Contractors now have until August 31 to submit bids to participate in the prequalification process for the construction of the New West End Ferry Terminal. This project is being financed by the Government of the Virgin Islands through the CDB Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Loan. The Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) published the initial … Continued
A massive explosion that rocked a busy market area near the capital of the Dominican Republic on Monday has left a trail of destruction and claimed the lives of more than two dozen people, including a four-month-old baby. The death toll, which initially stood at 11, surged to 27 by Wednesday as search and rescue … Continued
The Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) has provided an update on the progress of the Jost Van Dyke Multipurpose Facility, which will serve as a primary school and a community centre for the island. According to the RDA, the facility has undergone significant improvements over the past few weeks, including the installation of … Continued
The British Virgin Islands Tourist Board & Film Commission (BVITBFC) is making a powerful impact at the Virtuoso Travel Week, taking place from 12 – 18 August 2023 in the vibrant city of Las Vegas, Nevada. Building upon the success of last year’s participation, the BVITBFC delegation is strengthening relationships with travel advisors while providing … Continued
The growth of the H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) continues on an upward trajectory with one of the largest turnouts recorded for orientation ahead of the 2023 fall semester. The college confirmed in a media release on Thursday that it recorded the highest number of dually enrolled students this semester. According to the college, … Continued
The Department of Waste Management has launched a derelict removal campaign to rid the territory of most derelict vehicles by mid-September. This was confirmed by the Director of the Department of Waste Management Mr. Marcus Solomon during a recent GIS report. He said the target areas will be the islands of Tortola and Virgin Gorda … Continued
The delay of the commissioning of the new asphalt plant from the July 31, 2023 date is due to a number of last-minute requirements that were brought to the attention of the Director of Public Works. Director Jeremy Hodge during a recent press conference disclosed that his department’s plan to finally commission the new asphalt … Continued
The BVI Hong Kong Office welcomed Kimberly Cordes to Asia on Tuesday, as the first of the four recipients of the BVI Asia Abroad Scholarship Programme. Cordes is part of the first cohort of the programme which also includes locals Travis Thomas, Tisa Donovan and Adante George. She will be undertaking a bachelor’s in educational … Continued
Representative for the 9th District, The Honourable Vincent Wheatley, is championing a move to enhance the involvement of the sister islands in the upcoming 70th Emancipation Festival. Speaking to our team at the Carrot Bay Cultural Fiesta, Wheatley shared his vision for the grand celebration and his commitment to ensuring broader participation of District 9. … Continued
Despite the recent announcement that the visa requirement will soon be lifted for Guyanese nationals entering the territory, there is no established timeline for when the removal will become a reality. During a press conference on Wednesday, Deputy Premier and Minister for Financial Services, Labour and Trade, Hon. Lorna Smith, was asked by local media … Continued
