Virgin Gorda resident Tanieka Gludd has been crowned the champion of the 2024 Adult Spelling Bee competition, following a thrilling tiebreaker on Saturday night. The event, held at the Eileene L. Parsons Auditorium at the H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC), saw Gludd outspell six other contestants to secure the top spot. The competition culminated … Continued
BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) is making significant strides in restoring power to areas affected by Tropical Storm Ernesto, with the General Manager, Dr. Neil Smith, expressing confidence that electricity will be fully restored across the territory by the end of this week. In a recent interview with local media, Dr. Smith provided an update on … Continued
The Minister for Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, Honourable Sharie B. de Castro, and her team visited the construction site of the new Eslyn Henley Richiez Learning Centre this week, accompanied by the Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) project team. The visit marks a significant step in the development of a facility designed to provide … Continued
Enriquito “Quito” Rymer, the renowned musician and owner of Quito’s Gazebo & Luxury Inn in Cane Garden Bay, Tortola, has entered a new chapter – retirement after 43 years in business. In a farewell message posted on social media, Rymer and his wife, Kimberly West-Rymer, thanked their patrons for “43 years of music and magic … Continued
The Inland Revenue Department is reminding property owners in the Virgin Islands that the 2024 Property Tax is due and payable between September 1 and November 30. This reminder comes in accordance with the Property Tax Ordinance, Cap 207 (as amended). The 2024 Property Tax list, which includes the names of property owners, descriptions of … Continued
The British Virgin Islands Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) has confirmed that the ransomware known as Akira is responsible for the recent cyber-attack that disrupted the company’s operations. This revelation was made by BVIEC’s General Manager, Dr. Neil Smith, during a recent interview with local media. Dr. Smith disclosed that the cyber-attack was initially identified last week, … Continued
Caribbean Cellular Telephone (CCT) continues to establish itself as the most reliable choice for telecommunications in the British Virgin Islands (BVI). This reputation was further solidified during the recent passage of Tropical Storm Ernesto, which has since intensified into Hurricane Ernesto. Despite the storm’s unexpected strength, CCT’s network sustained minimal damage and maintained service, underscoring … Continued
The Royal Navy ship HMS Trent recently visited the territory to support restoration efforts following the passage of Tropical Storm Ernesto. The ship’s captain hosted Governor Daniel Pruce and Premier Hon. Dr Natalio Wheatley while docked. The crew also met with the BVI Department of Disaster Management (DDM) and representatives from frontline services like health … Continued
The newly crowned royalties from the 70th Emancipation Festival have embarked on an exciting new journey as they were officially signed as brand ambassadors for local telecommunications provider CCT. The signing took place recently at CCT’s Flagship Store in Wickham’s Cay I, Tortola. The new ambassadors include the 2024 Virgin Islands Prince and Princess, Rylan … Continued
Alva Gordon emerged victorious in CCT’s exciting contest, winning a four-day cruise for two to the Bahamas after a series of lively challenges during the Carrot Bay Cultural Fiesta on Friday, August 9. The competition, which featured three contestants, was the highlight of the evening as Gordon, along with Kristin Frazer and Bereniece Freeman, vied … Continued
