Following more than 10 years of failed attempts by successive governments to secure direct flights to the United States mainland — and vigorous debate about whether such flights were even …
Great March holiday passes very quietly
Though last year’s commemoration of the 1949 march that led to the restoration of the Virgin Islands Legislative Council inspired a spirited re-enactment, the second celebration of the 1949 Great …
BVI Health Services Authority pledges to tackle staff concerns
With the worst of the pandemic in the rearview mirror, the BVI Health Services Authority announced on Nov. 24 that it is refocusing its efforts on bolstering non-emergency care and …
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Premier unveils $399m budget
Though the Virgin Islands’ 2022 fiscal policy was overshadowed by global economic crises and the lingering effects of the pandemic, Premier Dr. Natalio “Sowande” painted an optimistic picture of a …
Penn: Joes Hill project ‘substantially complete’
The Joes Hill affordable-housing development that originally broke ground in April 2017 is nearing completion, and the application process for prospective buyers is under way, according to Health and Social …
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Work progresses on primary schools
Since Althea Scatliffe Primary School closed suddenly in June and nearly 400 students were displaced to other schools, work has been under way to make those facilities better equipped to …
930 take part in health training
Ahead of the holiday season, the Virgin Islands is preparing to join a regional programme that aims to set standards for public health management in the tourism sector across the …
E-portal launches for Magistrates’ Court
The Virgin Islands is looking to the future with the launch of a new electronic portal to manage Magistrates’ Court documents. Legal professionals celebrated the launch during a press conference …
Constitution review team seeks feedback
One of the territory’s most important guiding documents is the Virgin Islands Constitution Order 2007, and the government is asking residents for input on how it should be amended following …
Clinic launches paediatric centre
Health professionals said they are hoping to support the long-term wellbeing of the Virgin Islands community with the opening of a new paediatric clinic that will serve children from birth …
Cabinet Briefs (Oct. 5 & 12, 2022)
Governor John Rankin chaired Cabinet meetings on Oct. 5 and 12 at the Financial Services Commission’s Resource Centre. All members were present for both meetings except Education, Youth Affairs and …
Public urged to learn about diabetes
Despite a stormy start, more than two dozen people joined the Elton Georges Annual Diabetes Run/Walk on Nov. 5 as Diabetes Awareness Month got under way. Racers started in the …
BVI Electricity Corporation signs new short-term contract
The BVI Electricity Corporation has signed a new short-term contract with Sol Petroleum to supply fuel for the company through August, leaders said during a press conference on Nov. 8. …
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VI youth makes history in UK
Youths from across the United Kingdom overseas territories were invited to appear before a special sitting of the UK Youth Parliament in the House of Commons on Nov. 4 to …
Contest showcases Virgin Islands films
Virgin Islands artists are getting new opportunities to share their work with the public, and the latest has come in the form of a local short film competition. In honour …
Domestic violence victims urged to break silence
Knowing the basics of how to break out of a wrist grab or other attack can make a big difference in a sudden altercation, and the Tortola Judo Club taught …
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Meetings with United Kingdom leaders delayed
Following the recent leadership shakeup in the United Kingdom, senior UK officials have postponed meetings with leaders in the Virgin Islands and other overseas territories. Former OT Minister Jesse Norman …
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50 years of friendship
Fifty years ago, stormy skies supposedly gave way to the sun on the first-ever Friendship Day between this territory and the United States Virgin Islands. History repeated itself on Oct. …
Cabinet Briefs (Sept. 30, 2022)
Governor John Rankin chaired a special Cabinet meeting on Sept. 30 at the Financial Services Commission’s Resource Centre. All members were present except Health and Social Development Minister Marlon Penn, …
Lit, lobster and lots more
What began as “Culture Week” has exploded into an annual celebration of art, literature, cuisine, music and other cultural assets in an effort to preserve and showcase what makes the …
House passes Jury Act
The House of Assembly passed the Virgin Islands Jury Act, 2022 with amendments after coming out of committee on Oct. 25, according to HOA Public Relations Officer Linton Leonard. However, …
OECS objects to direct-rule threat in VI
The Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States called on the United Kingdom this week to withdraw the order in council that is being held in reserve to suspend the Virgin Islands …
Community plans for Long Bay’s future
Long Bay Beach on Beef Island serves a different purpose to every visitor. Some enjoy exercising, cooking out, snorkelling among the corals, swimming, participating in water sports, visiting as tourists, …
‘Reading is Fun’ for VI students
At schools across the territory last week, volunteers from several organisations helped students celebrate Reading is Fun Week by sharing stories and otherwise appreciating the world of literature. The main …
Second heroes holiday muted
For the second annual Heroes and Foreparents Day on Oct. 17, the government’s official observance consisted of a speech by the premier and a digital poster that quickly drew criticism …