BDO LEAGUE KICKS OFF WITH STRONG STARTS AND HIGH-SCORING MATCHES

The BDO Schools Football League kicked off Monday, November 4, showcasing young talent across the territory. The first rounds of games saw impressive performances, big wins, and standout individual efforts. On Monday, November 4: In the Under-7 division, Cedar International A delivered a commanding 6-1 victory over Enid Scatliffe Gray. Cedar’s Sebastian Cross led with four goals, while … Continued

EMPLOYERS REQUIRED TO POST ALL JOB OPENINGS IN NEW LABOUR MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

In an effort to promote transparency in the hiring process and boost local employment, the Department of Labour and Workforce Development mandates that all employers post available job openings on its recently implemented Labour Management System Speaking at a recent District Three job fair Acting Labour Commissioner Marvin Hastings said the initiative aims to enhance … Continued

ATTEMPTED ROBBERY AT LOCAL BUSINESS

Reports have confirmed the attempted robbery of a local business Matcha’s Bar and Grill in Fort Hill, Tortola, Virgin Islands. On the afternoon of November 4th, 2024 a masked indivual armed with a high-powered weapon approached the business establishment. It was revealed that the owner of the business successfully escaped the gunman, who then fled … Continued

MOH OBSERVES #MEDSAFETYWEEK, ENCOURAGES SAFE MEDICINE USE AND REPORTING OF SIDE EFFECTS

The Ministry of Health and Social Development, in partnership with the Uppsala Monitoring Centre (UMC) and the World Health Organization (WHO), is promoting the safe use of medicines as part of #MedSafetyWeek, which is observed from November 4 to 10. This year’s campaign theme highlights the importance of correct medicine usage to prevent adverse effects … Continued

BVIEC RESTORES ONLINE PAYMENT PORTAL AFTER CYBER-ATTACK

The BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) has reactivated its online payment portal today, Monday, November 4, 2024. This welcomed development will allow customers to once again pay their electricity bills online, offering more convenience for many. The portal had been offline since mid-August, when the BVIEC experienced a cyber-attack that necessitated shutting down its online services … Continued

BVI CELEBRATING CULTURE AND TOURISM MONTH

Culture and Tourism Month 2024 is expected to highlight the rich cultural heritage of the Virgin Islands while promoting tourism as a vital component of the economy. Junior Minister for Tourism and Culture Honourable Luce Hodge Smith said the month-long celebration themed, “Telling Your Story Through Tourism: Sharing Virgin Islands Legacies’ will see the intertwining … Continued

PUBLIC SERVICE WEEK 2024 SEEKS TO FOSTER UNITY WITHIN THE PUBLIC SERVICE

Public Officers across the Virgin Islands will be observing Public Service Week 2024 from November 10 to 16 under the theme, “Unity in Service: Our Public Service Standing Together”. The week is observed annually with an aim of encouraging togetherness through friendly competition and activities. The week also provides opportunities for community engagements and allows … Continued

RECRUITMENT OF NEW POLICE COMMISSIONER HALTED AMID RISING SECURITY DEMANDS

His Excellency Governor Daniel Pruce announced on Thursday that he is terminating the recruitment process for the new Commissioner of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF), citing the need for a revised approach to address the territory’s increasing security challenges. The governor emphasized that with evolving threats and new findings from recent law enforcement … Continued