Premier Fahie said the stimulus plan will serve as the interim framework to guide Government’s social, economic and fiscal response to the immediate and short-term needs of the Territory. The Premier said that the Financial Secretary will be charged with instructing Ministries, Statuary Bodies and Public Corporations to implement immediate relief packages where necessary. He … Continued
Immigration services and procedures provided to the public will be done by appointments only from April 27. All visitors who are in the Territory at this time are encouraged to contact the Department of Immigration at 468-4703/4705/4752 or 468-9639 to schedule an appointment. Missed appointments will be re-scheduled for a later date. Persons are not … Continued
REUTER U.S. President Donald Trump’s move to halt funding to the World Health Organization over its handling of the coronavirus pandemic prompted condemnation from world leaders who appealed for cooperation and unity. Trump, who has reacted angrily to accusations his administration’s response to the worst epidemic in a century was haphazard and too slow, had … Continued
The BVI Red Cross is accepting donations to replenish its food bank. Individuals and businesses that would like to donate to the BVI Red Cross food bank should email Dennis Ver-soza at dversoza@rtwbvi.com with the subject line: BVI Red Cross – BVIR001. In the email, persons are asked to state the total of the donation … Continued
Deputy Premier and Minister for Health and Social Development Honourable Carvin Malone has announced that two of the three persons in the British Virgin Islands who tested positive for COVID-19 have recovered. Honourable Malone said the Territory now has one confirmed positive case of COVID-19 which is currently being re-tested. He said there is still … Continued
UPDATED STORY In wake of COVID-19 two inmates will be housed at a local Hotel Paradise Hotel in Road Town for 14 days. This is a direct attempt to protect inmates from possible exposure to COVID-19. On April 9th, 2020 Governor of the Virgin Islands in a declaration received by our newsroom stated that space … Continued
Acting Commissioner at the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Mr. Gregory Skelton has stated that practicing proper procedures when cleaning and disinfecting vehicles are crucial in stopping the spread of diseases. Mr. Skelton said vehicles can be considered highly trafficked areas and that it is important that they do not become places where bacteria and … Continued
(CNN) Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders on Monday endorsed former Vice President Joe Biden for president, pledging to help him defeat President Donald Trump in the general election as the two agreed to launch a series of task forces to work jointly on policy matters. “We need you in the White House. I will do all … Continued
Monday, April 13th- Police received a report of a burglary at Pusser’s Restaurant & Bar, located on Main Street at approximately 11:45 am, April 12th. Inquiries indicate that the Restaurant was discovered burglarized after being checked on by an employee on the morning of the report. Anyone with pertinent information about this incident is asked … Continued
(CNN) Italian classical singer Andrea Bocelli gave a moving performance from an empty cathedral on Sunday evening, in a bid to inspire hope amid the global coronavirus pandemic. On Sunday, the 61-year-old tenor — who has been blind since age 12 — sent an Easter message to millions around the world with his “Music for … Continued
