Member of the Alliance and representative for the Second District -Melvin Mitch Turnbull has come up with a solution to address the rising cost of living – an issue which he says touches every individual, household and business in the territory. Speaking on the daily radio programme –’Pulse of the People by the Alliance’, Turnbull … Continued
Premier the Honourable Dr. Natalio Wheatley recently underscored his Government’s dedication to strengthening the agriculture and fisheries sectors, identifying them as crucial pillars in the Virgin Islands’ food security and economic diversification strategy. He spoke during his year two territorial address titled “Building a Sustainable Nation”. He noted that significant progress has already been made … Continued
The Virgin Islands Alzheimer’s Association, New Life Baptist Church, Save the Seed the Energy Centre and SHRM Trustees Limited are partering together to host Ride For Life 2025 and are inviting all cyclists, motorcyclists and the public to Ride for Life in loving memory of Keon Fredricks on Saturday, 31st May. Henderson Title and Edna … Continued
Members of the Caribbean Federation of Police Welfare Association, CFPW are meeting in the territory for their General Meeting and they have been urged not to allow challenges to deter them from performing at their best. The AGM opened Tuesday morning under the theme, “Rethinking, reengineering, recalibrating and resetting a course for viable and sustainable … Continued
A local talk show host believes some parents must be blamed for the failing educational system and for some of the behavioral problems of students now existing at schools. Host of Speak Out BVI Kishma Penn says there are some parents who have failed to discipline their child and they are carrying their bad behaviour … Continued
The Virgin Islands is mourning the loss of the Founder of the Family Support Network, FSN Marlene Penn Trotman who died Monday morning after a brief period of illness. For many years Penn-Trotman hosted Marlene’s Kitchen on ZBVI Radio. That programme with a simple title regularly dispensed wisdom with great humour, and Christmas time was … Continued
Kickin It University (KIU) is proudly celebrating its first anniversary this month (May), after a successful year of preserving and promoting Virgin Islands culture. Since launching, KIU has hosted over a dozen classes, reaching over 250 registered students – over 100 of whom actively participated throughout its inaugural year. “I am incredibly proud of how … Continued
Cultural pride and community spirit were on full display as the Social Development Department hosted its Seniors’ Cultural Soirée as part of the observance of Senior Citizens’ Month 2025. The event, held on 10th May, brought together seniors from across the Territory and welcomed visiting seniors from the United States Virgin Islands (USVI) for a … Continued
The Government of the Virgin Islands officially welcomed the appointment of Mr. Paul Dennis as Jamaica’s first Honorary Consul to the British Virgin Islands. Dennis , a respected legal professional with more than 32 years of service in the Virgin Islands, will now represent Jamaican nationals living in the BVI while facilitating stronger diplomatic ties. … Continued
It was an evening punctuated by accolades, special singing renditions and speeches as the second Sixth District recognition ceremony took place at the New Testament Church of God International Worship Centre in Baughers Bay Thursday. With the sanctuary beautifully decorated in shades of purple and honourees well decked out, it was time to pay homage … Continued
