Leader of Her Majesty’s Loyal Opposition along with Opposition member Honourable Mark H. Vanterpool received their second doses of the AstraZeneca vaccine today, April 22. The Leader of the Opposition expressed that, “It is critical to receive the second dose of the vaccine to ensure its effectiveness.” Getting both doses of the vaccine maximises your … Continued
In an open letter to the Territory of the Virgin Islands, the BVI Christian Council penned a letter denouncing the recent acts of violence, stating that The BVI Christian Council stands strong upon the word of God which tells us in John 15:12 … “Love one another…” The letter read, “Quite recently, there has been … Continued
In a Government information services release, Deputy Premier and Minister for Education, Culture, Youth Affairs, Fisheries and Agriculture, Dr. the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley, has emphasised that Famers and Fishers’ Week 2021 will be centred around honouring local fishers and farmers. Honourable Wheatley said, “This year, we celebrate farmers and fishers collectively as food producers … Continued
Twenty-four-year-old Shemar Richardson of Gene Hill was charged for his involvement in the robbery turn murder of Catherine Pickering. According to reports, Richardson was employed by the Big Brothers Gas Station in Baugher’s Bay owned and operated by the family of the deceased. The charge was confirmed by newly appointed Police Commissioner, Mark Collins who expressed … Continued
VI CONSORITUM The V.I. Department of Tourism’s Division of Festivals will be offering residents and visitors what D.O.T. described as “one night to fête” safely during the 69th edition of Carnival Virgin Islands in St. Thomas, which kicks off on April 26 and ends on April 30, 2021. D.O.T. said as the territory continues … Continued
In response to a question in the House of Assembly, Premier Andrew A Fahie gave details of the scale of response from the Government of the Virgin Islands to the Commission of Inquiry (COI) which was launched on 19th January. In an overview of activity undertaken to date, Premier Fahie said that the manner in … Continued
The British Virgin Islands has shared its perspective on how it intends to safely reopen the economy amid the COVID-19 global pandemic. Special Envoy of the Premier of the British Virgin Islands, Mr. Benito Wheatley in a virtual panel discussion with political leaders, industry executives, civil society representatives and other stakeholders in the Pacific presented … Continued
CIBC FirstCaribbean has a new Country Manager in the British Virgin Islands. Mr. Amory Jervis who joined the regional bank in 2017, arrived in the territory at the start of the year to take up the appointment. Mr. Jervis is a seasoned banker having progressed through positions in both Retail and Corporate Banking prior to … Continued
Four persons are now confirmed to be in police custody pending investigations on the ruthless murder of Catherine Pickering who died on April 19th. The deceased was gunned down in front of her Paraquita Bay home as she ran to the rescue of her daughter who was cornered by gunmen with intent to rob. The … Continued
Members of the House of Assembly have been tested negative for the COVID–19 virus after attending a funeral in March. According to the Ministry of Health, there was a breach of COVID-19 protocols at the funeral and as a result, all persons who attended the event were requested to isolate for 10 days from March … Continued
