The British Virgin Islands Film Commission say they are excited to announce the launch of the Future Filmmakers Academy, an immersive programme designed to introduce young creatives to the fundamentals of filmmaking. The academy will take place from 31st March to 4th April 2025, providing hands-on training in various aspects of the film industry. The … Continued
Thirteen (13) junior customs officers have begun a three (3) week training course that is focused on equipping the officers with the basic competencies needed to be successful in their roles. The Junior Officers Basics Training course is facilitated by the Caribbean Customs Law Enforcement Council (CCLEC) and the Virgin Islands Public Service Learning Institute … Continued
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) say it is investigating the discovery of a body along the shoreline at Handsome Bay Beach, Virgin Gorda near the airport, on Friday, February 28th, 2025. After 7pm on Friday, officers responded to reports of an unresponsive individual found near the water’s edge. Upon arrival, an investigation was … Continued
Director of the Department of Waste Management, Mr. Marcus Solomon has said that the long standing health and welfare issue at their Virgin Gorda Dumpsite has been addressed with the construction of an administration office. Mr. Solomon said the site was commissioned earlier this month and employees now have full access to the new amenities. … Continued
The Premier’s Office recently concluded a series of town hall meetings aimed at discussing the 48 Recommendations of the Commission of Inquiry (COI) and their impact on the governance of the Virgin Islands. The series of Governance Reform Education & Awareness Transformation of the Virgin Islands (GREAT VI) town hall meetings were an essential part … Continued
Ms. Cara Christopher has been appointed Deputy Director of Human Resources (Ag.) while the substantive post-holder is on leave for a period of three (3) years. In a Government Information Services release it was announced that Ms. Christopher brings a wealth of experience to her new role, having served in the Department of Human Resources … Continued
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is alerting the public following a second armed robbery targeting individuals withdrawing cash from the Banco Popular ATM in recent weeks. The latest incident occurred in the early hours of February 28, around 2:00 AM, bearing striking similarities to a previous robbery at the same location on January … Continued
Hon. Kye M. Rymer, Minister for Communication and Works and Fifth District Representative is hosting a fish fry and fun day fundraiser on Saturday, March 1st, 2025. The fundraising event is geared towards bridging the gap between generations and will include music, food, and fun local games as well as a basketball and domino tournament. … Continued
The Seventh Day Adventist Church in East End will be hosting a series of Mechanical Training sessions to make women in the community more aware of their vehicles. Pastor Kendrick Glasgow of the SDA East End and Mr. Jacob Adolphus, Public Affairs & Religious Liberty Coordinator speak on the importance of these sessions in educating … Continued
The British Virgin Islands (BVI) and Dominican Republic have established initial contact to begin the process of strengthening economic cooperation through trade and agriculture, among other things. BVI Special Envoy Mr. Benito Wheatley and The Honourable Olaya Dotel Caraballo, Dominican Republic Vice Minister of International Cooperation in the Ministry for Economy, Planning and Development, met … Continued
