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AFTER REQUESTING A COI, FORMER BVI GOVERNOR AUGUSTUS JU JASPERT JOINS FORCES WITH BORIS JOHNSON AS INTERIM HEAD OF PM’S DELIVERY UNIT, WHILE JOHNSON IS ALSO IN THE MIDST OF A PUBLIC INQUIRY

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CIVIL SERVICE WORLD Downing Street has said work to create the new Prime Minister’s Delivery Unit will commence right away with former British Virgin Islands governor Gus Jaspert acting as interim head until permanent chief Dr Emily Lawson is available. Prime minister Boris Johnson’s official spokesman this week announced that the unit was being created … Continued

BVI COVID-19 CASES NOW 38, 3 LOCAL CASES

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During the Ninth Sitting of the Third Session of the Fourth House of Assembly of the Virgin Islands on May 13th. Minister of Health, Hon. Carvin Malone announced that the territories COVID-19 cases now stands at 38, including 3 local cases. According to Hon. Carvin Malone, 3 of the cases are classified as local cases … Continued

FARMERS AND FISHERS STIMULUS LIST RAISES RED FLAGS; CAUSES A FRENZY AMONG RESIDENTS. PREMIER UNABLE TO CONFIRM OR DENOUNCE ACCURACY OF LIST, ALONG WITH THE NUMBER OF PERSONS WHO BENEFITED AND TOTAL AMOUNT PAID UNDER FARMER AND FISHERS STIMULUS.

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An unofficial list of Farmers & Fisher folk who are alleged to have received stimulus checks from the Government of the Virgin Islands is raising concern among residents. The list which names a number of local individuals who are said to be Farmers and Fisher folk show amounts ranging from $9,000-$22,000. Our newsroom reached out … Continued

FUNDRAISER FOR ST VINCENT VOLCANO RELIEF FUND

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The Football Association in partnership with the VG Football Committee, Speedy’s Ferry Service, CCT and Mr Nice Guy was hailed as a great success by organizers, players, and spectators alike. With off field entertainment provided by Mr. Walkie of Black Sage Management and on field excitement created by exhibition games between U13’s, U15’s and Women’s … Continued

BVI RED CROSS MARKS 65 YEARS WITH COMMEMORATIVE LICENCE PLATE

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The Ministry of Transportation, Works and Utilities has unveiled a limited edition commemorative licence plate to mark the 65th Anniversary of the British Virgin Islands Red Cross. Minister for Transportation, Works and Utilities Honourable Kye Rymer stated the Government of the Virgin Islands is especially grateful for the opportunity in this New Regular to approve … Continued

PROMINENT BUSINESSMAN SINCLAIR “SINETO” FLEMMING SR. ALSO KNOWN AS “BILLY” PASSED AWAY

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Prominent businessman Sinclair “Sineto” Flemming Sr. also known as “BILLY” passed away on Wednesday, May 5th, 2021. Sinclair Flemming Sr. owned and managed multiple BVI companies such as: SFC “SINCLAIR FLEMMING CONSTRUCTION” Formerly SNL Construction, which has built numerous Government infrastructures, dwelling homes, Bridges and other infrastructural items throughout the BVI. BILLY’S DISCOUNT SUPERETTE located … Continued

CARICOM LEADERS APPOINT FIRST FEMALE SECRETARY-GENERAL

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History was created today when Dr Carla Barnett was appointed as the first female Secretary-General of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM). The leaders unanimously agreed to Barnett’s appointment at a Special Session, which was chaired by Trinidad and Tobago’s Prime Minister Dr Keith Rowley. Barnett, a national of Belize, will be the first person from the … Continued

BVI SCHOOL GARDEN INITIATIVE CONTINUES TO GROW

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The Department of Agriculture and Fisheries’ School Garden Initiative is the recipient of an irrigation system including an irrigation hose, fittings, emitters and seedlings including, okra, kale, lemon basil, season and bell peppers courtesy of the Fort Garden Centre and Plant Wise VI. The Fort Garden Centre donated the irrigation system while the seedlings were … Continued

NEW ROTARY CLUB MAKES MANGROVE RESTORATION A MISSION

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As part of their overall thrust of pursuing projects that offer protection and restoration of the environment, the newly formed Rotary Club of Central Tortola has embarked on a mission to partner with local agencies to replant hundreds of mangroves lost to the 2017 hurricanes.  The club plans to deploy its members and other volunteers … Continued