The British Virgin Islands’ legal community has reason to celebrate as one of its own has been recognized among the Caribbean’s most exceptional legal practitioners. A documentary, “Legendary Caribbean Legal Practitioners,” featuring 48 outstanding lawyers from across the region, was unveiled on Wednesday, July 17 by the CCJ Academy for Law, the educational branch of … Continued
New homeowners, Ms. Lady Rawlins and Ms. Mary Caul both have received the keys to their brand new homes as part of the Government of the Virgin Islands Housing Recovery Assistance Programme. Minister for Health and Social Development Honourable Vincent Wheatley said today is another fantastic day to give thanks for. We are able to … Continued
It was one of the most highly anticipated games as the ‘Battle of the Fittest’ (BOTF) Basketball League kicked off in Dutch St. Maarten which runs from July 14 to July 20, 2024. The games are played at the LB Scott Sports Auditorium in Philipsburg, the capital city of Dutch St. Maarten. Team Virgin Gorda … Continued
The Branson Centre of Entrepreneurship Caribbean, in partnership with Unite BVI, is thrilled to announce an exciting entrepreneurship Bootcamp for teenagers in the British Virgin Islands. The five-day intensive programme, scheduled from July 15 -19, 2024, aims to empower young minds and equip them with the essential tools to transform their innovation ideas into real … Continued
The Bayside Blazers Basketball Team from the Virgin Islands will be one of two teams that will represent the BVI in the regional Dreams to Reality Foundation Annual ‘Battle of the Fittest’ (BOTF) Basketball Tournament to be held in Dutch St. Maarten from 14-20 July, 2024. The games will be played nightly at the LB … Continued
This article was written by Student Reporter Recado Palmer, 17, from the Elmore Stoutt High School. Amia and Declean Wheatley, two young authors from the British Virgin Islands, have made significant strides in the literary world, publishing a total of four books between them over the past six years. In a recent interview with 284 … Continued
In a recent announcement RTW announced the reintroduction of its charity button which specifically benefits local charities in the Virgin Islands. The statement said, “At Roadtown Wholesale Trading Limited, we believe in giving back to our community. That’s why we are proud to reintroduce our Charity Button to the community.” The Charity Button is a … Continued
Ashan Westcott was on Wednesday June 26th, 2024 set free in the High Court, after his attorney, Israel Bruce, successfully made a “no case submission.” A ‘no case submission’ is a legal argument asserting that the prosecution had insufficient evidence to warrant a trial or conviction. Upon hearing the submission and reviewing the case, the … Continued
The British Virgin Islands Health Services Authority (BVIHSA), in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Social Development, announces the immediate launch of the jointly organized Catch-Up Vaccination Clinics. These urgent clinics are crucial for children who have missed either their first or second dose of their MMR vaccine, along with other essential immunizations and … Continued
The Rotary Club of Road Town (RCRT) announces the induction of Mr. Anthony Clarke as the President for the 2024/2025 Rotary Year. Mr. Clarke assumes this position following the successful tenure of Dr. Robert “Storm” Wright as the Immediate Past President. Alongside Mr. Clarke, the Club’s incoming board members installed, represents a dedicated group of … Continued
