The British Virgin Islands Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) amidst great anticipation introduced two new ambulances into its fleet, setting a new benchmark for emergency response capabilities across the British Virgin Islands. One of the ambulances, generously funded by the Ministry of Health, exemplifies the government’s dedication to prioritizing public health and safety. The second ambulance, … Continued
For the month of March, Rotary Clubs worldwide celebrated Water Sanitation & Hygiene. The Rotary Club Sunrise of Road Town continues the plight through the emphasis on Hygiene by making contributions of water, Hand Sanitizers and Soap Dispensers to local Primary Schools throughout the territory. These donations will continue to ensure best practices in Health … Continued
Youth and seniors in the BVI community will have access to free eye screening and eyeglasses compliments of the Lions Club of Tortola as it launches Phase Two of its Vision Screening Project: “Vision 24”, aimed at promoting eye health through the detection and correction of vision impairment of young people and the elderly in … Continued
HLSCC students Janae Olive and Kassidy Penn will travel to Orlando, Florida in April 2024 to represent the British Virgin Islands at the Phi Theta Kappa’s premier event, PTK Catalyst 2024 alongside Senior Lecturer and new PTK Advisor, Dr. Anita Pinzi. The PTK Catalyst 2024 is Phi Theta Kappa’s premier annual convention, bringing together members, … Continued
The Rotary Club sunrise of Road Town recently installed an Early Act Club at the Claudia Creque Educational Center in Anegada. Rotary Club Sunrise will serve as sponsor club and administer guidance and support to students. In an official statement, Youth Services Director of Rotary Club Sunrise Ms. Sonya Penn said, “EarlyAct is a school … Continued
Local author Mrs Kenisha A. Sprauve officially launched her book series titled, ‘Kimmy Goes’ on Sunday, March 24, 2024 at the Noel Lloyd Positive Action Movement Park, at 3:00 PM. In addition to the launch, the event featured exciting family friendly entertainment activities for children including bouncy castles, face painting, and an Easter Egg hunt. … Continued
This evening Saturday, March 23rd, 2024 the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force of Tortola, Virgin Islands say they have made significant strides in its ongoing efforts to combat financial crimes in the British Virgin Islands. They have since announced that Romaine Baird, 34, of Pasea Estate, has been charged with Theft, Obtaining Property by Deception, … Continued
Several reports of yet another alleged shooting incident has occurred on Tortola, in the Virgin Islands. The report came this evening Saturday March 23rd, 2024. This follows the most recent shooting of another male last evening in the vicinity of the Multipurpose Sports Complex in Road Town, Tortola. In an official release the Royal Virgin … Continued
Officers of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force responded to reports of a shooting on John’s Hole, Road Town, after 9 pm on Friday, March 22nd, 2024. One male individual sustained serious injuries and was transported to Dr. D. Orlando Smith Hospital where he is currently undergoing treatment. The RVIPF urges the public to come … Continued
In response to requests from the community in Virgin Gorda, the Youth Empowerment Project (YEP) will bring its signature youth programming to Virgin Gorda through a new YEP Virgin Gorda Youth Centre to be built by Unite BVI and community donors on land donated by the BVI Government. On March 23, community members, young people, … Continued
