On Sunday, February 23rd, 2025 family, friends and students of the late Ruby A. Smith-Newberry, a former educator and creative writer, gathered for the official book launch of Ruby’s Writings which includes poetry, drama, and stories. The book is a celebration of her work and was compiled by Arlene L. Smith-Thompson, Ed.D. A former student … Continued
On Sunday, February 23, 2025, the New Life Baptist Church held its annual Heroes Sunday which honoured five persons within the Virgin Islands. The 2025 honourees are Mrs. Bernadine Louis, Mr. Milton McLean, Mr. Kayron Todman, Mr. Dwight Pickering and surprise honouree Ms. Hilda Malcolm. Mrs. Bernadine Louis described as a daughter of the soil … Continued
The 2024-25 BDO Schools League has officially crowned its champions, with Enid Scatliffe Primary, Bregado Flax Educational Centre, and Cedar International School emerging victorious in the Under-7, Under-9, and Under-12 divisions, respectively. The finals, held on Sunday, February 23 at the Greenland Football Field, drew enthusiastic support from families, teachers, coaches, and sponsors. The Under-7 … Continued
The BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) say they are pleased to announce the successful completion of the first phase of consultations with KPMG, as part of the development of our Strategic Plan that will shape the future of healthcare in the Virgin Islands (BVI) for the next five to eight years. Over the past two … Continued
The BVI Cancer Society has reinforced its dedication to the fight against cancer with a generous donation of a Breast Coil valued at $55,500, bringing its total contribution to the Imaging Unit of the Dr. D. Orlando Smith Hospital to an impressive $112,388. This latest donation follows an earlier contribution made on October 18, 2024, … Continued
The Marine Association of the BVI has strongly condemned a series of proposed legislative amendments that would significantly increase fees and regulatory burdens on vessels operating in BVI waters. The association in a position paper submitted to the BVI Government on Thursday, February 5, warned that these changes, which have already led to economic retaliation … Continued
In a recent interview Director of the Public Service Learning Institute Dr. Connie E. George who is part of Premier Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley’s lead delegation to Asia, spoke on the purpose of her visit to Asia. The Virgin Islands Public Service Learning Institute is set to benefit all public officers, regardless of their … Continued
In a recent interview on JTV’s Big Story with Cathy Richards, Opposition members who recently formed an alliance addressed a number of matters being shared in the public since their announcement. The members Hon. Myron V. Walwyn, Representative for the 6th District, Hon. Melvin Turnbull 2nd District Representative and At-Large Member Hon. Stacy Mather defended … Continued
After months of intense competition, the stage is set for the 2024-25 BDO Primary Schools League finals across the Under-7, Under-9, and Under-12 divisions. The championship matches will take place this Sunday, February 23, at the Greenland Football Field, with the action kicking off at 2:30 p.m. for the third-place matches, followed by the finals … Continued
The redevelopment of the Althea Scatliffe Primary School has encountered delays, and a start date for the construction phase remains undetermined, according to Minister for Education, Youth Affairs, and Sports, Hon. Sharie De Castro. Speaking during a recent House of Assembly session, Minister De Castro responded to a question posed by Deputy Speaker and Territorial … Continued
