After a weekend of culinary delight at the 12th annual Anegada Lobster Fest, Sid’s Pomato Point claimed the inaugural Alffy Trophy for Best Lobster Sampler, besting 12 other restaurants. Anegada Beach Club and Anegada Reef Hotel secured second and third place respectively. Held under the theme “Lobster, Fun and Anegada Sun”, the competition was judged by … Continued
The British Virgin Islands Cricket Association (BVICA) has inaugurated its first-ever Umpire Certification Program, enrolling 20 participants in an 18-month initiative aimed at raising the standards of cricket officiating in the territory. The programme, facilitated by West Indies umpire trainer Peter Nero, began with a 3.5-hour virtual session attended by 15 participants. Topics included umpiring … Continued
Caribbean Airlines has announced the launch of Caribbean Iere Mas (CIM), its first J’ouvert band, as part of the airline’s Caribbean Culture Program. This initiative celebrates the vibrant identity of the Caribbean region while providing an unforgettable experience for employees, customers, and Carnival enthusiasts alike. The CIM band promises an exciting, fun-filled, and safe J’ouvert … Continued
At a press conference held today Monday, December 2nd, 2024 at the CCT flagship store in Road Town, executives of the Cyril B Romney Tortola Pier Park supported by major sponsors CCT, 284 Media and House of Luxury, revealed plans to host its annual New Year’s Eve Party with several top local artists as the … Continued
The Safe Haven Transitional Centre has served over 30 bowls of warm soup to vulnerable members of the Virgin Islands community during its Thanksgiving Soup Kitchen Outreach Initiative. The outreach programme carried out in partnership with the Ministry of Health and Social Development is an annual event for the centre with its major beneficiaries being … Continued
On Saturday, November 16, 2024, Republic Bank hosted its highly anticipated second MSME Conference, bringing together entrepreneurs and business owners from across the British Virgin Islands. The conference aimed to address the unique needs and aspirations of Micro, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs), providing a continuous platform for knowledge sharing, networking, and empowerment. Marion Blyden, … Continued
Olympian and Junior World Champion Adaejah Hodge returned to the British Virgin Islands (BVI) on Thursday to a warm reception at the Road Town Ferry Terminal. Her arrival marked her first visit since her historic performances at the World Athletics Under-20 Championships in Peru and the Paris Olympic Games. Hodge achieved unprecedented success, becoming the … Continued
Kyron McMaster now has another title to his name after being newly minted as Kyron McMaster, OBE. On Thursday 28th November 2024, BVI’s Olympian, who is currently ranked 4th in the world for 400M athletes, Kyron McMaster was honoured and bestowed with the title Officer of the Order of the British Empire by the Princess … Continued
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has charged 36-year-old South African national Lesley Joubert with manslaughter following a tragic marine accident that claimed the life of Stephen Cross Jr., a 39-year-old resident of St. Thomas, USVI. The incident occurred on the evening of November 22 near Saba Rock. Preliminary investigations revealed that a 21-foot … Continued
Concerns over the environmental impact of the proposed Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport runway expansion took centre stage at a public consultation held on November 26 at Elmore Stoutt High School. Residents raised alarms about the potential damage to Trellis Bay and the surrounding marine environment, emphasizing the need for greater scrutiny and sustainable planning. … Continued
