ATTEMPTED ROBBERY AT LOCAL BUSINESS

Reports have confirmed the attempted robbery of a local business Matcha’s Bar and Grill in Fort Hill, Tortola, Virgin Islands. On the afternoon of November 4th, 2024 a masked indivual armed with a high-powered weapon approached the business establishment. It was revealed that the owner of the business successfully escaped the gunman, who then fled … Continued

BVI CELEBRATING CULTURE AND TOURISM MONTH

Culture and Tourism Month 2024 is expected to highlight the rich cultural heritage of the Virgin Islands while promoting tourism as a vital component of the economy. Junior Minister for Tourism and Culture Honourable Luce Hodge Smith said the month-long celebration themed, “Telling Your Story Through Tourism: Sharing Virgin Islands Legacies’ will see the intertwining … Continued

PUBLIC SERVICE WEEK 2024 SEEKS TO FOSTER UNITY WITHIN THE PUBLIC SERVICE

Public Officers across the Virgin Islands will be observing Public Service Week 2024 from November 10 to 16 under the theme, “Unity in Service: Our Public Service Standing Together”. The week is observed annually with an aim of encouraging togetherness through friendly competition and activities. The week also provides opportunities for community engagements and allows … Continued

BVI FINANCIAL INVESTIGATION AGENCY AND JERSEY FINANCIAL SERVICES COMMISSION SIGN MOU TO ENHANCE COOPERATION IN COMBATTING FINANCIAL CRIMES

The Financial Investigation Agency of the British Virgin Islands has announced the recent signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with the Jersey Financial Services Commission on October 25th. The Authorities entered the agreement to provide a formal basis for consultation, cooperation and exchange of information to achieve effective regulatory and supervisory functions under the relevant … Continued

REGIONAL: FOUR UPM GOVERNMENT MEMBERS RESIGN

Deputy Premier André Ebanks, Ministers Ebanks-Wilks and Turner, and Parliamentary Secretary Heather Bodden resigned from the Government effective immediately. Grand Cayman 31 Oct, 2024 – Deputy Premier André Ebanks, Ministers Turner and Ebanks[1]Wilks along with Parliamentary Secretary Heather Bodden announced today they had resigned from the UPM Government effective immediately. Former Deputy Premier and MP … Continued

1,500 EXPECTED TO MARCH ON 75TH ANNIVERSARY OF 1949 GREAT MARCH

Premier of the Virgin Islands, Honourable Dr. Natalio Wheatley is inviting the public to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the historic Great March of 1949, in a ceremonial march on Sunday, November 24. Premier Wheatley said the march was a defining moment in the Virgin Islands’ pursuit for democracy and representation.  “As we reflect on … Continued

ESHS TO HOST REGIONAL CHEER COMPETITION

Five schools from across the Caribbean, including representatives from St. Kitts, St. Thomas, St. Croix, and the British Virgin Islands, are gearing up for an exhilarating cheerleading competition hosted by the Elmore Stoutt High School (ESHS) in Tortola. The event is scheduled for Friday, November 1, 2024, at the Multi-Purpose Sports Complex, starting at 5:30 … Continued

LEAD BVI PROVIDES PILOT PROJECT UPDATE; A PROJECT OF THE YOUTH EMPOWERMENT PROJECT

The Youth Empowerment Project (YEP) say they are pleased to report on the successful results of a special teen workforce development project, Learning, Earning, and Advancing Dreams (LEAD) BVI, piloted over the past year. YEP thanks the Falconwood Foundation, Inc. (FFI) and the Popular VI Community Fund administered by the Community Foundation of the Virgin … Continued