The BVI Football Association’s National League continued over the weekend and saw Lion Heart FC sustaining their unbeaten run with a 2-nil victory over VG United on the Virgin Gorda Recreation Ground. The opening goal came in the 27th minute via Daveian Barnum and Akele Campbell doubled the advantage, securing all 3 points in the … Continued
The Government of the Virgin Islands is claiming that they have provided the United Kingdom’s Commission of Inquiry (COI) with the largest official collection of data ever assembled in the history of the Virgin Islands. This is according to a media release from the Office of the Premier which said the assertion came from new … Continued
An Officer of theRoyal Virgin Islands Police Force was officially charged today for Indecent Assault of a minor. Due to the sensitive nature of the incident, the officer’s details are being withheld at this time. Commissioner of Police Mark Collins stated “This is a serious allegation, and the officer has been charged and will face the judicial process. It would be inappropriate to make any … Continued
The issue of persons not properly disposing of waste items across the territory is seemingly finally getting some attention. Minister for Health and Social Development, Hon. Carvin Malone, recently in a Facebook post shared that the ministry of health is moving to legislate a fine of some $5000 for persons in breach. The post read, … Continued
The BVI Tourist Board & Film Commission (BVITB) is emphasizing safety as top priority, as all roads lead to the island of Anegada for the 9th Annual Anegada Lobster Festival (ALF), being held from 26th to 28th November, 2021. The BVITB has stressed health and safety from the initial planning of this year’s event. In … Continued
Preference Shareholders began receiving Dividend cheques yesterday November 25th, 2021 from Tortola Pier Park Ltd. (“TPPL”). The payment of 2019 dividends have been approved by the three member TPPL Board in the amount of US$529,974, the largest Investor which is BVI Social Security Board will receive US$442,500. Payments are ready for collection from today Thursday … Continued
The community outreach event organised for vulnerable individuals and persons living with mental health issues by the staff of Safe Haven Transitional Centre has been called a success. The event focused on the importance of giving back in the spirit of Thanksgiving under the theme ‘See Me, Not My Limitations- SHTC Care Project 2021’. It … Continued
The Ministry of Health and Social Development is encouraging the community to do its part to reduce vulnerability to Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR). Chief of Drugs and Pharmaceutical Services, Mrs. Gracia Wheatley Smith said the ministry is observing AMR week and emphasis will be placed on what happens when bacteria, parasites, fungi and viruses stop being … Continued
Today, I join in sympathy with the Government and People of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, especially all Vincentians living among us in the British Virgin Islands, as I learned of the passing of The Rt. Hon. Sir James Fitz-Allen Mitchell, KCMG, PC, former Prime Minster of St. Vincent and the Grenadines. As one of … Continued
One of the British Virgin Islands’ most popular annual culinary events is making a strong comeback this year. The Anegada Lobster Festival is getting ready to welcome foodies from the BVI, the Caribbean and international destinations, to the island of Anegada from November 26 to November 28, 2021. Part of the activities roster for the … Continued
