The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has revealed the winning design for a special license plate commemorating the 70th anniversary of the Emancipation Festival. Minister for Communications and Works, Honourable Kye M. Rymer, extended his congratulations to the winning designer, Mr. Shaquille Bell. “Mr. Bell’s contribution to our 70th Festival Celebrations speaks to the liberty … Continued
The Carrot Bay Cultural Fiesta Committee is excited to announce Mr. Cyril Molyneaux as the 2024 Fisherman’s Tournament honoree. Mr. Stoutt said, “This year’s tournament is set to be an event to remember.” Carrot Bay Cultural Fiesta is proud to honor Mr. Molyneaux of Long Bay for his 70+ years of fishing. He started fishing … Continued
CIBC Caribbean recently hosted its second annual “Let’s Get You Home” mortgage workshop in Road Town, British Virgin Islands (BVI), bringing together key representatives from the construction and property sectors to provide valuable insights into the property purchasing and construction process. The event, held on June 26 at the bank’s premises, featured a comprehensive line … Continued
The British Virgin Islands Tourist Board & Film Commission (BVITBFC) is thrilled to announce that the festival village for the 70th Virgin Islands Emancipation Festival (Rena’s Festiville) will be relocated to the lot behind the Ralph T. O’Neal Central Administration Complex. The relocation to this new site, which was the venue for the recently concluded … Continued
The British Virgin Islands Tourist Board’s Taste of Tortola event saw a vibrant turnout last weekend at the Cyril B Romney Tortola Pier Park. Kamal Haynes has the story.
The British Virgin Islands (BVI) will mark the birthday of His Majesty King Charles III with a grand ceremonial parade on Friday, June 14. The event, celebrating the monarch’s special day, will begin at 8:30 a.m. at Sir Olva Georges Plaza and conclude at the Queen Elizabeth II Park. His Excellency Governor Daniel Pruce recently … Continued
Local author and educator Mrs. Medita Malone Wheatley will be launching an edited book titled, “A Snapshot of the Virgin Islands Secondary School Under Principal Carlisle Scott”, British Virgin Islands” on Monday, May 6. This book features several first-hand accounts from students and teachers who were impacted by the legacy of Mr. Scott during his … Continued
A team of linesmen from the BVI Electricity Corporation made history this weekend, capturing first place in the experienced team category at the CARILEC Lineworkers Rodeo for the second straight year. The five-man BVI crew, led by transmission and distribution foreman Donaldson Hamlet, outperformed utility teams from across the Caribbean at the annual event held … Continued
Premier Dr. Natalio D. Wheatley marked his administration’s first year in office on Wednesday with a statement reflecting on the challenges and accomplishments over the past 12 months and reaffirming his commitment to building a sustainable future for the Virgin Islands. Addressing the territory, Premier Wheatley acknowledged the obstacles faced, including securing post-disaster recovery resources, … Continued
Hon. Sharie de Castro, Minister for Education officially opened Library Week 2024 on Monday with a written statement to the public. This year’s theme is “Libraries: Moving full STEAM Upstream,” highlighting the integral role libraries play in advancing science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics (STEAM). In a statement released Minister de Castro emphasized the significance … Continued
