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Willy T told to move again; owners ‘in limbo’
Only about six months after it settled into its new home off Peter Island, the iconic Willy T floating restaurant and bar is being asked to move yet again, according …
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After months of questions, basic details given about one Irma fund
This article originally appeared in the Beacon’s print edition on Nov. 1. A few days after Hurricane Irma devastated the Virgin Islands last September, the BVI Tourist Board launched an …
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EDITORIAL: Election Code of Conduct a step in the right direction
Kudos to the Deputy Governor’s Office for launching a draft code of conduct for elections. As the campaign season looms, we hope that the document will be finalised and put …
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EDITORIAL: Murders must be stopped
Following two fatal shootings last week, the entire Virgin Islands community must take an unequivocal stand against violence and recommit to stamping it out over the long term with sustained …
Questions about Irma donations still unanswered
In spite of a promise made more than two weeks ago, Premier’s Office officials have not provided any further information about an incomplete list detailing $16 million worth of hurricane …
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HOA passes recovery plan
On Tuesday night, legislators unanimously passed the latest iteration of the “Recovery to Development Plan” in the House of Assembly. Before the official adoption of the plan — which government …
Norwegian makes triumphant return
Thousands of visitors arrived in the territory aboard the Norwegian Getaway last Thursday, marking the first time the cruise line has returned to the Virgin Islands since Hurricane Irma more …
Two shot dead on Monday
Two men were shot to death on Tortola on Monday, police reported. Tyrone Thomas, 30, of Greenland, was killed during the early hours of Monday morning in Brady Ghut, East …
EDITORIAL: Who’s afraid of human rights?
It is inexplicable that legislators once again failed to pass the Human Rights Commission Act this month. Various versions of the bill have been tabled in the House of Assembly …
Press conference on vague donations list delayed
Earlier this month, officials released a spreadsheet listing limited information about more than $16 million worth of donations that government received after Hurricane Irma. In response, the Beacon asked government …
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Fire safety week features scaled-down itinerary
On Friday afternoon, an empty car burned at the Festival Village, sending flames several feet into the air. Luckily, fire officers were on hand to put out the fire. In …
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Public recovery plan still lacks timelines
In the House of Assembly last week, lawmakers debated the “Recovery to Development Plan,” the latest draft of which still does not include spending priorities or timelines for the implementation …
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Notices (Oct. 18, 2018)
Mango Tree Limited (IN VOLUNTARY LIQUIDATION) BC No. 680850 NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to section 204(1)(b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the company is in voluntary …
Classifieds (Oct. 18, 2018)
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EDITORIAL: Carriageway is a deadly hazard for pedestrians
We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again: A solution is urgently needed to allow pedestrians to safely cross the four-lane James Walter Francis Drive. Last week, another young …
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Government releases, then partly retracts, vague info on Irma donations worth $16m
In response to a request at a recent press conference, government officials last week provided — and then partially retracted — a spreadsheet listing limited information about more than $16 …
Largest class of police recruits congratulated
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force celebrated its newest — and largest — class of recruits at a ceremony last Thursday. The passing out of certificates and awards for the …
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Derelict cars leave VI after many delays
Three barges ready to export thousands of tons of scrap metal and derelict cars have arrived in the Virgin Islands after at least five months of delays. The first barge …
In their Words: Tameshwar Lutawan
Mr. Lutawan, 21, works with his father Komal, who is known as “Smiley,” in his garage in Baughers Bay. After Hurricane Irma, he helped to repair the BVI Red Cross’s …
Notices (October 11, 2018)
CAPITAL EQUIPMENT FINANCE LIMITED (IN VOLUNTARY LIQUIDATION) BC No. 1954 NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to section 204(1) (b) of the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 that the company is …
Classifieds (Oct. 11, 2018)
For rent Barbados Accommodation: Arjan Apartments- Quality air- conditioned rooms. Airport & embassy transfers, available. Group Specials. Tel: (246) 438-6112 or (246) 231-0595 or email: arjan@caribsurf.com. For Visa form assistance …
EDITORIAL: Kudos to Cabinet for releasing weekly updates
We are pleased that Cabinet has finally started publishing basic information about its decisions, many of which were previously kept under wraps. The promised weekly updates, which will keep the …
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Three VI communities planning to get ‘smart’
Three communities in the territory are at the forefront of an initiative that is aiming to make neighbourhoods safer and more eco-friendly in the face of natural disasters. Through a …
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In looking back at Irma, hindsight is 20/20
This article appeared in the Beacon’s “Irma Anniversary” special edition on Sept. 6. Sharleen DaBreo, the director of the Department of Disaster Management, is trained to think about all the …
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