Government is finalising an “accessibility of the laws” scheme that will consolidate Virgin Islands legislation on a website on an ongoing basis, Attorney General Dawn Smith said during the closed-door …
January 25, 2022
January 24, 2022
2017 gov’t audits promised soon
The Office of the Auditor General has received and reviewed the Treasury Department’s financial statements for 2017 and hoped to have long-delayed audits for that year completed in 2021, Auditor …
January 21, 2022
Fire destroys house and car on Virgin Gorda
Firefighters responded to a blaze at an unoccupied house at Princess Quarters in Virgin Gorda 15 minutes after it was reported on Tuesday night, extinguishing the flames just after midnight …
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January 21, 2022
Six bills introduced during HOA meeting
Six bills were introduced after the Speech from the Throne during the House of Assembly sitting on Tuesday afternoon. First, Premier Andrew Fahie motioned to introduce the first readings of …
January 21, 2022
Input sought for development plan
The Virgin Islands soon will have a roadmap for development until 2036, leaders hope. The government recently released a 233-page draft version of a National Sustainable Development Plan — something …
January 21, 2022
Painkiller Cup held despite Covid
With the water smooth and glassy, conditions were perfect for the 2022 Painkiller Cup, where paddle-boarders raced to win prizes on Saturday. Because of the pandemic, this year’s race was …
January 21, 2022
Speech from the Throne lays out House of Assembly agenda
About a month after the House of Assembly passed a nearly $400 million budget that members said would be used to steer the economic recovery following recent crises, a new …
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January 14, 2022
Top cop details new cold case unit, training programmes and other plans for 2022
Shortly after the end of a year that saw frequent violence and a string of high-profile drug busts, Police Commissioner Mark Collins on Friday congratulated his officers for their hard …
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January 14, 2022
Two missing, likely after boarding boat on New Years Eve
Police are asking the public to help locate Khori Prince, 22, of West End, and Kelvin Turnbull Jr., 20, of Little Dix Hill, who were reported missing on Jan. 4 …
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January 13, 2022
Schools delay opening, stay online
Public schools remain closed for in-person learning at the start of the new semester as cases of Covid-19 continue to increase in the territory. “We started online because of the …
January 13, 2022
35 bird species spotted in Anegada
Birdwatching is easier when you know where to look. Luckily for those on the annual Audubon Christmas Bird Count in Anegada on Jan. 5, Rondel Smith Jr. is an expert. …
January 13, 2022
Dame Janice opens law year for last time
Dame Janice Pereira, who is starting her 10th and final year of serving as chief justice of the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court, virtually opened a new law year on Jan. …
January 9, 2022
PAW BVI founder honoured by Queen
Natasha Ruscheinski, founder of the Virgin Islands organisation responsible for sending hundreds of pets to new homes before and during the pandemic, has been awarded a British Empire Medal for …
January 7, 2022
Sun and fun at Boxing Day surf contest
On Boxing Day morning, Steve Howes, co-owner of Surf School BVI, wasn’t sure how many people would show up to the surfing contest scheduled for that afternoon. He initially had …
January 7, 2022
A warm welcome for an uncertain year
With encouragement from radio host and emcee HBH Da Don, a woman stood at the edge of the stage, held out her arms, and fell back into the crowd. Capping …
January 7, 2022
Two honoured by UWI alum group
Educator and author Dr. Patricia Turnbull and Medical Director of Emergency Medical Services Dr. Domnick Frazer each have been awarded The University of the West Indies Alumni Association BVI Pelican …
January 7, 2022
RDA completed 7 projects in 2021
The Recovery and Development Agency oversaw seven projects last year and is looking to complete more in 2022, including works at the Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport, RDA acting CEO …
January 7, 2022
First baby of the year named James
The first baby of the year was born at 10:15 a.m. on New Year’s Day at the Dr. Orlando Smith Hospital and his name is James Zolfi. He came into …
January 6, 2022
COI report delayed 3 more months
Another delay of the Commission of Inquiry report that would have been due this month means it may not be delivered until April, Governor John Rankin said Tuesday. The delay …
December 27, 2021
Government passes nearly $400 million 2022 budget
After more than twelve hours of debate over two days, the House of Assembly on Dec. 15 passed a nearly $400 million budget for 2022, with almost $337 million put …
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December 27, 2021
East End Police Station hosts community Christmas party
More than 500 people partied at a family friendly event at the East End Police Station on Dec. 15, enjoying good food, the sound of the Shooting Stars Steel Band …
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December 24, 2021
HOA passes integrity act
A bill designed to strengthen governance in the territory passed through the House of Assembly unanimously on Wednesday, Dec. 22 with amendments. “No one has forced this government to bring …
December 24, 2021
Repairs complete at Anegada admin building
Another hurricane-damaged administration building has been renovated and refurbished, this time in Anegada. Officials handed over the Theodolph Faulkner Administration Building on Dec. 17 during a ceremony on the sister …
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December 23, 2021
Five contracts signed for solar, other works
Government has announced plans to install solar facilities on two primary schools, begin architectural and engineering services for repairs to the Road Town Police Station, and build a car park …
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December 17, 2021
Santa helps Humane Society raise $4k
Supporters of the BVI Humane Society came out to Nanny Cay on Friday night for the annual Minced Pies and Mulled Wine fundraising event. With donated minced pies and mulled …
