SEVEN SCHOOLS SET TO COMPETE IN INTER-SECONDARY SCHOOL CHESS TOURNAMENT

The Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports will host its much-anticipated Inter-Secondary School Chess Tournament on December 12-13, bringing together students from seven secondary schools across the territory to compete for the prestigious title of Chess Champion. The tournament will feature players from seven schools, including Bregado Flax Educational Centre, Claudia Creque Educational Centre, … Continued

ROYAL BVI YACHT CLUB SAILORS IMPRESS AT SXM OPTIMIST CHAMPIONSHIP

Four young sailors from the Royal BVI Yacht Club showcased remarkable skill, resilience, and determination at the St. Maarten Yacht Club Budget Marine Optimist Championship, competing against some of the Caribbean’s top talent from seven islands. The team, consisting of Aerin Westlake and Henry Clifton (13) in the Championship Fleet and Arun Bissoondutt and Ashton … Continued

CARIBBEAN AIRLINES BRINGS THE REGION CLOSER WITH NEW SERVICE TO GUADELOUPE

Caribbean Airlines has recently announced the start of its new service to the French island of Guadeloupe, marking a significant milestone in the airline’s commitment to enhancing regional connectivity. This new route, operating four (4) times per week via St. Lucia and Dominica, opens new opportunities for seamless travel and collaboration across the Caribbean. The … Continued

GOAL FEST DOMINATES FOOTBALL LEAGUE WITH 28 GOALS ACROSS 5 MATCHES

Another thrilling weekend of action unfolded in the BVI Football Association National Football League as 28 goals were scored across five electrifying matches on Tortola and Virgin Gorda. The high-scoring fixtures included dominant wins, a key upset, and standout individual performances. Samuel’s Hat-Trick Leads One Love United’s 9-2 Win Jhon Samuel delivered a stunning hat-trick … Continued

HLSCC LAUNCHES CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION TRAINING TO EMPOWER THE FUTURE OF THE BVI CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY

With a steadfast commitment to meeting workforce demands and enhancing opportunities for student success, the H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) has launched its Concrete Construction Training programme, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at developing the next generation of skilled construction professionals. This competency-based programme, developed in collaboration with the internationally acclaimed DACUM (Developing a Curriculum) … Continued

SPECIAL EDUCATION DAY 2024 TO FOCUS ON ACCESS AND EQUITY

The Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports will focus on access and equity for every child in the Virgin Islands when it observes Special Education Day 2024 on Friday. Minister for Education, Youth Affairs and Sports Honourable Sharie de Castro said this year’s Special Education Day observance will be held December 6 and follows … Continued

“DREAM IT, DO IT!” A SUCCESS – ATHLETES WORKSHOP INSPIRES BVI’S YOUNG TALENT

The “Dream It, Do It!” athletes workshop, hosted by Olympian Adaejah Hodge has been considered a huge success. Supported by BVI Olympic Committee Athletes Commission Chairperson Ashley Kelly and BVI Athletics Association Athlete Representative Lakeisha Warner, the workshop inspired 25 young athletes across various sports disciplines on a transformative morning of motivation, skill-building, and creativity. … Continued

UK PARTNERSHIP ENHANCES SECURITY AND EXCELLENCE AT HMP BALSAM GHUT

His Majesty’s Virgin Islands Prison Service (HMVIPS) has received a significant boost through a UK-funded support package aimed at improving security, safety, and staff protection at HMP Balsam Ghut. The initiative, which includes advanced tools, state-of-the-art radios, and enhanced identification systems, marks a transformative step in modernizing the Territory’s prison operations. Mr. Lee Pilkington, Head … Continued