SHOOTING INCIDENT REPORTED NEAR LONG BUSH, TORTOLA

A shooting incident reportedly took place near Long Bush, Tortola, on Friday afternoon shortly before 1:00 p.m. Preliminary information suggested that a male victim was shot in the area commonly referred to as “The Ghetto” before fleeing on a motor scooter. Witnesses say the individual made his way to the vicinity of the UP Cineplex … Continued

NHI PAYS $121M TO TOP PROVIDERS OVER 5 YEARS; HEALTH MINISTER RESPONDS TO CONCERNS

In a recent House of Assembly session, Deputy Speaker and At-Large Representative Hon. Stacy Mather posed a question to Minister for Health and Social Development Hon. Vincent Wheatley regarding expenditures on healthcare through the National Health Insurance (NHI) system. Mather specifically requested the names and cumulative amounts paid to the top five local healthcare partners … Continued

BDO LEAGUE KICKS OFF WITH STRONG STARTS AND HIGH-SCORING MATCHES

The BDO Schools Football League kicked off Monday, November 4, showcasing young talent across the territory. The first rounds of games saw impressive performances, big wins, and standout individual efforts. On Monday, November 4: In the Under-7 division, Cedar International A delivered a commanding 6-1 victory over Enid Scatliffe Gray. Cedar’s Sebastian Cross led with four goals, while … Continued

EMPLOYERS REQUIRED TO POST ALL JOB OPENINGS IN NEW LABOUR MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

In an effort to promote transparency in the hiring process and boost local employment, the Department of Labour and Workforce Development mandates that all employers post available job openings on its recently implemented Labour Management System Speaking at a recent District Three job fair Acting Labour Commissioner Marvin Hastings said the initiative aims to enhance … Continued

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

DOUGHTY MEETS WITH LOCAL LEADERS TO ASSESS REFORM EFFORTS FOLLOWING COI

The Right Honourable Stephen Doughty, the United Kingdom’s Minister of State for Europe, North America, and Overseas Territories, is visiting the Virgin Islands from November 4 to 6, 2024. Doughty’s visit focuses on assessing the territory’s progress in implementing governance reforms and financial transparency measures in response to the Commission of Inquiry (CoI) recommendations. During … Continued

MOH OBSERVES #MEDSAFETYWEEK, ENCOURAGES SAFE MEDICINE USE AND REPORTING OF SIDE EFFECTS

The Ministry of Health and Social Development, in partnership with the Uppsala Monitoring Centre (UMC) and the World Health Organization (WHO), is promoting the safe use of medicines as part of #MedSafetyWeek, which is observed from November 4 to 10. This year’s campaign theme highlights the importance of correct medicine usage to prevent adverse effects … Continued

BVIEC RESTORES ONLINE PAYMENT PORTAL AFTER CYBER-ATTACK

The BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) has reactivated its online payment portal today, Monday, November 4, 2024. This welcomed development will allow customers to once again pay their electricity bills online, offering more convenience for many. The portal had been offline since mid-August, when the BVIEC experienced a cyber-attack that necessitated shutting down its online services … Continued