Following the groundbreaking ceremony for the new Eslyn Henley Richiez Learning Centre, Minister for Education the Honourable Sharie De Castro, Project Architect Lavina Liburd and CDB Contract Supervisor, Project Manager from the RDA Sergio Dantas sat for a discussion with the Government Information Services to discuss some of the details of the project. As she … Continued
Up to 55 million projected dementia cases by 2050 could be delayed or avoided. Despite advances in drug development, the Virgin Islands Alzheimer’s Association(VIAA) and Alzheimer’s Disease International (ADI) warns that risk reduction remains the only proven prevention tool VIAA and ADI are calling on governments to urgently fund more research on risk-reduction, introduce strategies, … Continued
The Department of Disaster Management has reported that the system previously known as Tropical Cyclone AL95 has strengthened, becoming the Tropical Depression 13. The system is currently being tracked across the Atlantic Ocean as it makes its approach to the region. Tropical Depression 13 threatens to bring heavy rainfall, about 1-3 inches, and gusty winds … Continued
Some 188 persons have officially been diagnosed with dementia in the British Virgin Islands, with the true number likely to exceed 300 based on scientific data. Minister for Health and Social Development Hon. Vincent Wheatley made the announcement in a recent statement, to commemorate World Alzheimer’s Month. “According to the World Health Organization, more than … Continued
Miss British Virgin Islands 2023, Anika Christopher, has described her recent signing to locally owned telecommunications company, CCT, as an amazing feeling and one that she looks forward to fulfilling. Christopher signed on as the newest CCT Brand Ambassador last Friday at their Flagship Store in Road Town, Tortola. She spoke to 284 Media on … Continued
On Thursday August 24th, CEO of CCT Mr. Averad Penn and members of staff shared a light moment with the Director of the Youth Empowerment Programme Hon. Stacey Mather MBE, along with staff and students of YEP, as the only local Virgin Islands telecommunications provider donated two benches to the organization. Mr. Averad Penn pledged … Continued
26-year-old Azim Yonnas is dead following a shooting incident that left him nursing wounds at the Dr. D Orlando Smith Hospital on Sunday, September 3rd. The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) confirmed Yonnas’ identity in a press release this afternoon. “The RVIPF is actively conducting investigations into lastnight’s shooting at Long Bush, which claimed … Continued
The Virgin Gorda Yacht Harbour say they are thrilled to announce its official New Year’s Eve event. On December 31st, 2023, the grounds of VGYH will be transformed into a premier event space bringing the best of the BVI to Spanish Town, Virgin Gorda. The event will feature a wide selection of entertainment, a vibrant … Continued
The Department of Disaster Management has reported that its regional partner, the Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Services is closely monitoring the progress of a potential tropical cyclone that could be in or near the area of the Leeward Islands and the British Virgin Islands by late this upcoming weekend. Based on the forecast model tracks, … Continued
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has confirmed that one male victim is nursing wounds following a shooting incident that occurred in the Long Bush area on the night of September 3rd 2023. The police said in a short statement that the injured man was taken to the Dr D Orlando Smith Hospital (DOSH) … Continued
