Miss Junior BVI 2022 Angelique Lettsome in collaboration with the University of the Virgin Islands (UVI) Student Government Association, hosted an awareness chat about dementia for students in St. Thomas. The event, which was designed to increase their knowledge about dementia, was led by founding Director of the Virgin Islands Alzheimer’s Association Ms. Edna Williams. … Continued
Collaborating with regional and international partners, improving data collection, making data-driven investments, and implementing structured farm programmes are just a few keys to improving the agricultural sector. This statement is according to Permanent Secretary (PS) in the Premier’s Office, Mrs. Carolyn Stoutt Igwe whose portfolio includes agriculture and fishing. The Permanent Secretary and Director of … Continued
It’s a new day for tourism in the Virgin Islands as the newly appointed Board members of the Tourist Board met for their first meeting in an official orientation on Monday, October 3. Members of the new Board were chosen through an application process where they were interviewed and later recommended and appointed by Cabinet. … Continued
Commissioner of Police Mark Collins sworn in 32 new recruits yesterday as part of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force latest cohort. Cohort 6 is made up of 14 constables and 18 auxiliaries, with an even number of males as females. Among the newest recruits is a second officer from the Philippines. After completing a … Continued
The H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) is being lauded over the Virgin Gorda leg of the 27th Mourant HLSCC College Classic Race Series on Saturday, 1 October. The race had a tremendous kick off with over forty participants and an exciting overall male and female win by siblings Noah and Eva Fox- making it … Continued
The H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) Workforce Training Division, Centre for Professional Development (CPD) hosted two customised workshops in Basic Literacy and Basic Computer Literacy for nine Moorings employees. The training’s first cohort underwent a comprehensive six-week Basic Literacy and a four-week Computer Literacy programme that was specifically designed for participants to effectively demonstrate … Continued
Chief Fire Officer Zebalon Mclean is cautioning residents to let fire safety remain a priority in their homes, schools and at work as the Territory observes Fire Safety Week from October 2 to 8. Chief Mclean said, ““Persons are aware that many fires have been caused when stoves and ovens are not monitored; when faulty … Continued
On Saturday 1 October the BVI Cancer Society kicked off its month of activities in support of the globally celebrated Breast Cancer Awareness month. The theme of this year’s Breast Cancer Awareness is “Strong Alone, Unstoppable Together.” Throughout the month’s observance the BVI Cancer Society will be underscoring the message of early detection and diagnosis. … Continued
The Montserrat Conference is pleased to announce that Conference ’22, the 3rd Annual Montserrat Conference, will convene on Saturday, October 22nd, at 10:00 a.m. Montserrat time, via ZOOM and livestreamed worldwide. Conference ’22 will consider the theme “BEING A BRITISH OVERSEAS TERRITORY.” “Last year, for our second conference, we focused entirely on Montserrat,” says Shirley … Continued
Residents and businesses on the eastern end of Tortola can expect to see traffic delays as the Ministry of Communications and Works continues work on the East End Long Look Sewerage Project. This phase of the project extends from Fat Hogs Bay to Long Swamp in East End and will make way for the initial … Continued
