Tola Diamonds, representing Tortola, delivered a strong performance in the recently concluded BYMS Softball Fast Pitch Tournament in St. Croix but fell short in the championship game, finishing as runners-up after an 8-0 loss to Rummerz of St. Thomas. Tortola earned their spot in the finals with an impressive 9-3 victory over the home team, … Continued
Fourteen budding entrepreneurs were celebrated on Thursday, December 5, 2024, during the official contract signing for the Unite BVI KickStart Small Business Loan Programme 2024. The event, held at VP Bank, marked the conclusion of a rigorous process in which applicants underwent training and met all the necessary requirements to secure funding for their small … Continued
Reigning champions Wolues FC made a strong statement in the BVIFA National League last weekend, securing a commanding 6-2 victory over Positive FC and pulling level on points with league leaders Virgin Gorda United. The action-packed weekend also featured thrilling draws, dominant victories, and an incredible 10-0 performance by Sugar Boys FC. Wolues Keep Pressure … Continued
His Majesty’s Customs Department is urging the public to join the fight against illicit drug trafficking following the interception of a major drug operation earlier this week. The significant seizure occurred during a routine inspection on December 10, 2024, when customs officers discovered a large number of packages containing a green vegetable substance suspected to … Continued
LIAT 2020 Limited returned to the British Virgin Islands on Sunday, launching its inaugural flight to the Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport and signaling a renewed commitment to regional air travel. The airline’s comeback marks a significant milestone for Caribbean connectivity, with government officials celebrating the return of a carrier that has long been integral … Continued
The British Virgin Islands (BVI) Squash community is celebrating a monumental achievement as 10-year-old Delilah Pease claimed victory at the 2024 Canadian Junior Open in the Girls Under 11 category. Pease becomes the first-ever player from the BVI to win this prestigious squash title, marking a historic milestone for the territory. The Canadian Junior Open, … Continued
Miss BVI 2024 Adacia Adonis is inviting students across the British Virgin Islands to showcase their artistic talents through a festive Christmas card decoration competition. The contest, open to all students, challenges participants to create original artwork under one of five creative themes: BVI Christmas Traditions, Under the Sea Christmas, Santa’s Island Vacation, Eco-Friendly Christmas, … Continued
The Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport runway expansion is being developed using the United Kingdom’s Green Book process, a comprehensive appraisal framework designed to ensure the effective evaluation, monitoring, and implementation of public projects. The Green Book, issued by HM Treasury, provides guidance on assessing policies, programmes, and projects. It includes methods for monitoring and … Continued
A claim for judicial review has been filed challenging the appointment of Eddy David Ventose as a Justice of Appeal to the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court. Justice Ventose was appointed to the appeals bench at the beginning of this year, during the concluding months of Dame Janice Pereira’s term as Chief Justice and Chair of … Continued
Premier and Minister of Financial Services and Labour, Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley, has pledged to address reports of mass layoffs and the relocation of financial services operations to cheaper jurisdictions. Speaking on the local radio programme Talking Points, Premier Wheatley expressed his commitment to engaging with industry stakeholders to tackle the issue. During the programme, … Continued
