FLASH FLOOD WATCH ISSUED FOR BVI AS HEAVY RAIN FORECAST

Residents in the British Virgin Islands are under a flash flood watch today, Thursday, October 31, due to expected heavy rainfall. The Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Services have issued the alert for low-lying and flood-prone areas, advising residents to be prepared for moderate to major flooding. A developing low-pressure system over or near the territory … Continued

BVI TO HOST 67TH CARIBBEAN METEOROLOGICAL COUNCIL SESSION

The Government of the Virgin Islands is set to host the 67th Session of the Caribbean Meteorological Council (CMC67) from November 18 to 22. This high-profile event will bring together regional ministers, permanent secretaries, and directors responsible for meteorology from across the Caribbean, with discussions focused on strengthening climate and weather response capabilities amid the … Continued

OVER 200 ATTEND ANNUAL THIRD DISTRICT JOB FAIR

With over 200 attendees and 205 job applications submitted, the Third District Job Fair, hosted by former Speaker of the House Julian Willock, saw one of its highest turnouts to date. Held on Sunday, October 27, at Therapy Works in Hannah Bay, Tortola, the event welcomed job-seekers and some of the territory’s leading employers. The … Continued

RDA SIGNS CONTRACT FOR NEW AGRICULTURE AND FISHERIES COMPLEX

The Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) has officially signed a contract for the design and construction management of a new Agriculture and Fisheries Complex in the territory, marking a significant step toward enhancing local food production and sustainability. The contract for the project was awarded to Trojan Design and Development Ltd for $95,200 … Continued

BVI ATHLETICS ASSOCIATION WELCOMES NEW FACES

The BVI Athletics Association welcomed two new executives after elections held at the Save The Seed Energy Centre in Duffs Bottom, Tortola, last Wednesday. Lakeisha “Mimi” Warner secured the position of Athletes Representative in a narrow 26-24 win over competitor Tarika “Tinker Bell” Moses. Meanwhile, Angelle Cameron took on the role of Public Relations Officer … Continued

ALARMING RISE IN DOMESTIC VIOLENCE CASES SPARKS RENEWED EFFORTS FOR CHANGE

The Virgin Islands faces a troubling increase in domestic and gender-based violence, underscored by recent data revealing a persistent pattern of abuse within the territory. In observance of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Minister of Health and Social Development, Hon. Vincent Wheatley, highlighted these trends in an effort to underscore the need for sustained intervention and … Continued

REMAINING COI AUDITS RELEASED TO PUBLIC

His Excellency Governor Daniel Pruce announced on Friday that the remaining audits, conducted as part of the British Virgin Islands (BVI) Commission of Inquiry, have been published and are accessible to the public. The audits, available on www.auditbvi.com, cover COVID-19 assistance grants and government contracts over $100,000 and include reviews of programs aimed at farmers, … Continued