MISS BVI 2024 LAUNCHES NEWSLETTER: ‘THE MISSIVE OF MISS BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS’

Miss British Virgin Islands 2024 has debuted her first digital newsletter offering a behind-the-scenes look at her first three months with the crown. Adacia Adonis, crowned in July, launched “The Missive of Miss British Virgin Islands” as a way to connect with the community and document her reign. The October issue details her activities ranging … Continued

TERRITORY GEARS UP FOR HEROES AND FOREFATHERS DAY CELEBRATIONS

As the Virgin Islands prepares to celebrate Heroes and Forefathers Day on Monday, October 21, a series of initiatives are being launched to honour the territory’s rich history and pay tribute to its distinguished heroes. Premier Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley provided a glimpse of the planned celebrations during a House of Assembly sitting on … Continued

CCT CLARIFIES DISCONTINUATION OF SERVICES TO TOLA RADIO

Caribbean Cellular Telephone Limited (CCT) wishes to clarify recent discussions in the public domain concerning the termination of our service exchange agreement with Mr. Floyd “Heritage” Burnett and Tola Radio. Since Tola Radio’s inception as a broadcast entity, CCT has been a supportive partner, providing various services to facilitate the station’s growth and development. These … Continued

OFW BVI ORGANIZATION APPOINTS NEW BOARD

The Overseas Filipino Workers (OFW) BVI Organization which has served as a vital community that embodies resilience, dedication, and unity among Filipino workers abroad recently appointed a new board. The Organization plays a crucial rule in fostering a sense of community among OFWs.  It provides resources, guidance, and support network, helping members navigate the complexities … Continued

AMERICAS APPROVE BVI ROLE IN INTERNATIONAL LEADERSHIP TO TRANSFORM LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEAN

The British Virgin Islands (BVI) has been elected by Member States from across the Americas and beyond to serve as a member of the leadership Bureau of the premier regional intergovernmental body within the United Nations (UN) system for advancing the economic and social development of the region, the Economic Commission for Latin America and … Continued

PREMIER WHEATLEY SETS OCTOBER 29 AS BUDGET DAY

Premier Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley has announced that Tuesday, October 29, will be Budget Day for the Virgin Islands, marking the official presentation of the territory’s 2025 financial plans. While Premier Wheatley has kept details of the upcoming budget under wraps, he hinted during a recent interview on JTV’s Big Story that it will showcase the … Continued

PENN SLAMS PREMIER FOR $1.5M ENTERTAINMENT SPEND AMID WATER CRISIS AND AGRICULTURE NEGLECT

Hon. Marlon Penn, Representative for the Eighth District, has sharply criticized Premier Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley for spending $1.5 million on entertainment initiatives over the past 18 months. This amount, which excludes festival-related expenses, is approximately 15 times more than what the government has budgeted for resolving the territory’s ongoing water issues in 2024, … Continued

CCT CELEBRATES SUCCESSFUL “READING IS FUN WEEK”

Caribbean Cellular Telephone Ltd (CCT), the BVI’s only locally owned telecommunications provider, continued its annual tradition of participating in “Reading is Fun Week”, held from October 7th to 11th this year. CCT team members and ambassadors had the pleasure of visiting various schools across the territory, sharing stories and inspiring young minds. As part of … Continued

INVEST 94L APPROACHES BVI; UNSTABLE WEATHER EXPECTED

Invest 94L, a weather disturbance in the Atlantic, is projected to bring unstable weather conditions to the British Virgin Islands within the next 24 hours. Currently situated approximately 700 miles east-southeast of the territory, the system is moving westward at a speed of 20 mph, with sustained winds of around 30 mph. While Invest 94L … Continued

LIAT (2020) DENIES LINKS TO ONYEMA INDICTMENT; ASSURES NO IMPACT ON OPERATIONS

LIAT (2020) Limited has moved to clear its name following widespread misinformation that surfaced after the recent indictment of Dr. Allen Onyema, CEO of Nigeria-based Air Peace Limited. The company emphasized that its ownership and operations remain unaffected by the legal troubles of Onyema, a key stakeholder in the aviation industry. In a statement released … Continued