Popular TV Media Cathyolivia “Cathy” Rirchards of JTV has been found guilty on a count of uttering forged documents stemming from an incident in 2021. Meanwhile her co-worker Hitesh Yadram has been found not guilty on two counts of the same. The verdicts were handed down on Tuesday, leaving Richards reportedly in consolable at the … Continued
A Local historian believes it is critical Road Town is kept clean and pristine. Ermin Penn was one of the persons who raised concerns during the Road Town Partnership Project Town Hall Meeting last week. Penn applauded efforts which speaks to the future of Road Town, however she said its’ cleanliness is cause for concern. … Continued
During a recent episode of Talking Points Radio programme, local host Elvin Grant, Damian Grange and Violet Gaul all weighed in on the topic of Virgin Islands not wanting to work or take up certain roles. Mr. Grant was at the time speaking and congratulating the recent graduates across the territory and stated that we … Continued
The Ministry of Health and the BVI Health Services Authority say there is growing concern over rising cases of diabetes, heart disease, and cancer across the Virgin Islands with more cases now appearing among younger residents. In response, the Ministry has launched Red Loud, a national awareness initiative focused on nutrition, preventative care, and lifestyle … Continued
While not against the validation of Labour Inspectors, Representative for the Second District Melvin Mitch Turnbull who once served as Labour Minister is urging the government to look at the Labour Code 2010 in a holistic manner. Last week, the House of Assembly passed the Labour Code Bill, 2025 which now empowers the Minister to … Continued
Government has announced that the official funeral of former legislator. Eileene Parsons, will take place on Thursday, July 17, at the Multi-Purpose Sports Complex in Road Town. Parson’s body will lie in state at the House of Assembly Chambers on Wednesday, July 16, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m, where members of the public will … Continued
115 persons are now British Overseas Territories Citizens following two ceremonies held at Government House on June 16 and 17. During the ceremonies, the newly naturalised individuals heard congratulatory remarks from His Excellency the Governor, Mr. Daniel Pruce, Acting Premier, Honourable Julian Fraser, RA, and Registrar General, Mrs. Tashi O’Flaherty-Maduro. Registrar General, Mrs. Tashi O’Flaherty-Maduro … Continued
Members of Cabinet have come under fire from Talkshow host Claude Skelton for what he says is their failure to attend to the people’s business because the Deputy Governor is presiding over the meetings instead of the Governor who is away from the territory. During his Honestly Speaking Radio Programme, Skelton Cline claimed that some … Continued
The Virgin Islands is advancing toward its target of 30% renewable energy generation by 2025, with major developments underway in Anegada and across the Territory. According to Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley, the Anegada Hybrid Renewable Energy & Battery Storage System is now in its final phase. Once operational, the solar farm will supply up to … Continued
