The Bregado Flax Educational Centre Secondary Division recently celebrated its graduation ceremony under the theme “Launching Futures, Embracing Change: Preparing the Class of 2024 for New Opportunities,” where standout student Rhiann Ramlall collected the bulk of the awards. Named the Valedictorian, Ramlall demonstrated exceptional academic excellence, securing multiple prestigious awards. She received the Hon. Sharie … Continued
Almost 3,000 guests and fans of the British Virgin Islands arrived at VIVO Beach Club in Isla Verde, Puerto Rico, to celebrate the already traditional BVI Full Moon Party on Saturday, 22nd June. Organized by the British Virgin Islands Tourist Board & Film Commission (BVITBFC) and VIVO Beach Club, the party is inspired by the … Continued
Deputy Premier and Minister for Financial Services, Labour, and Trade, Honourable Lorna Smith, OBE, presented fifteen laptop computers to the principal, Ms. Akima Powell of Robinson O’Neal Memorial Primary School (ROMPS) for their graduating class of 2024. These laptops, generously donated by David and Pamela Johnson of Oil Nut Bay (ONB) through the North Sound … Continued
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has successfully recovered three prohibited firearms in two separate incidents this week, demonstrating their ongoing commitment to reducing crime and ensuring public safety. On Monday, June 24, 2024, officers, acting on specific intelligence, attempted to stop the driver of a Kia Soul in the Johnsons Ghut area. However, … Continued
The BVI Financial Services Commission (the Commission) announced this week, that Mr. Robin Gaul FCCA, Chairman of its Board of Commissioners, will retire from office with effect from 30 June 2024, following a stellar and lengthy tenure with the Board. Mr. Gaul, a trained accountant, served in various private practice roles, including accountant, financial advisor, … Continued
Elmore Stoutt High School held its graduation ceremony today, celebrating the achievements of 165 outstanding students. This year’s valedictorian, J’quela Callwood, delivered a poignant and inspiring speech, reflecting on the journey of the Class of 2024 and encouraging her peers to pursue their dreams with determination. The graduating class included 75 males and 90 females. … Continued
The Virgin Islands may face its first significant threat of the 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season as forecasters monitor a developing tropical system in the eastern Atlantic. The National Hurricane Center (NHC) in Miami has identified a westward-moving tropical wave that could potentially impact the eastern Caribbean in the coming days. As of 8:00 AM EDT … Continued
In a keenly contested election held at the BVI Football Association’s (BVIFA) main office in East End, Tortola, Avanell Morton has emerged as the new president. Morton, who previously served as vice president, secured the top position by defeating Humphry Leue. The election marks a significant change in leadership following the interim presidency of Aubrey … Continued
The Office of Gender Affairs hosted a health fair for residents on Virgin Gorda to raise awareness among men on various health issues that can impede their health and wellbeing. The event was held to conclude Men’s Health Week 2024 observed in the Virgin Islands from June 10 to 22 under the theme, “Men’s Health … Continued
The Unite for the Sea flagship programme was founded by Unite BVI in 2018. The programme is aimed at inspiring a love for the ocean across the British Virgin Islands. The core goals are: 1. To EXPERIENCE safety in the sea by learning to swim, snorkel or dive 2. To LEARN about BVI relevant ocean … Continued
