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HOA to meet on December 17, 2013
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands House of Assembly (HOA) is to meet again on Tuesday December 17, 2013 at its chambers in Road Town, the Virgin Islands’ capital city.
UPDATE: Leave it to Bern expected to be 'put down'
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI – Information just reaching Virgin Islands News Online indicates that rising speedster Leave it to Bern has been diagnosed as having a broken leg and is expected to be 'put down' soon.
UPDATE: Body of drowned man recovered; other missing
GEORGES NORTH SIDE, Tortola, VI - The body of one of the men who were swept out to sea yesterday, December 8, 2013 during a fishing expedition has reportedly washed ashore near Georges North Side today, December 9, 2013.
First ever Hair & Beauty Expo rocks VI
FISH BAY, Tortola, VI – Eclipse Hair Salon and Spa/Barber Shop emerged with full bragging rights by placing first in two of five categories at the first ever Style BVI Hair & Beauty Expo last evening December 8, 2013 at the Paragon Conference and Entertainment Centre in Fish Bay.
UPDATE: 20 months behind bars for Credgton Smith
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Mr Credgton Smith, who was found guilty on charges of guns, drugs and ammunition possession, will be spending some 20 months behind bars.
Hon. Fraser criticises Hon. Walwyn’s flip-flopping on expulsion of students
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI – “That’s one problem we have with leadership, making decisions, the decisions must be informed. If it’s an uninformed decision you would find yourself going back and forth,” said Representative for the Third District Honourable Julian Fraser, RA stated at a community feedback meeting held at the Valerie O. Thomas Community Centre on Friday December 5, 2013.
We are about filling a void & not about the competition – Julio S. Henry
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Members of the recently elected BVI Taxi Association (BVITA) have acknowledged that they are in competition with several other taxi associations across Tortola but, according to BVITA Executive Member Mr Julio ‘Sam’ Henry they are more keen on filling existing voids that exist in the industry.
Chris Ghiorse & Gillian Howe win 2013 BVI Steelman
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Chris Ghiorse and Gillian Howe were crowned Steelman Champions for the men and women’s categories respectively on Saturday December 7, 2013 at the BVI Triathlon Federation's closing event of the season on Beef Island.
Long Trench Chorale sings to victory at Grand Clash of Carolers
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – The Long Trench Chorale took home the big prize of one thousand dollars and a trophy at the Grand Clash of the Carolers staged last evening, December 7, 2013 at the Sir Olva Georges Plaza in Road Town.
US citizen found with cocaine placed on $20,000 bail
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Gersham Browne, 23, a US citizen who lives in West End, pleaded guilty to the charge of possession of a controlled drug when he appeared before Magistrate Velon John at the Magistrate’s Court on Friday December 6, 2013.
Thrilling semi-finals of Wendol Williams Cup expected today
SPANISH TOWN, Virgin Gorda, VI- The semi-final games in the Wendol Williams Cup are expected to be keenly contested affairs at the Virgin Gorda Recreation Ground today, December 8, 2013 with the big names in Virgin Islands’ football in action.
Mabida Mandela does not need our tears
By Alred C. Frett
As slavery leaves the West, apartheid takes slavery to Africa:
Rolihlahla Dalibhunga Mandela was not born into Apartheid… On July 18, 1918 Rolihlahla Dalibhunga Mandela was born with the traditional clan name of Madiba - later christened as a Methodist and given the English name Nelson by a schoolteacher… On December 5, 2013 his spirit, body and soul lost their inter-connectivity and he departed this life as we know it.
Female hit by vehicle in Baughers Bay
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- A young female allegedly suffered head injuries after she was hit by a vehicle in Baughers Bay last evening, December 6, 2013.
Mavericks beat the Spurs for ESHS bragging rights!
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The Mavericks from the 5th Form of Elmore Stoutt High School beat their 4th Form counterparts, the Spurs, 41-31 in the Final of the mini Tournament put on by the participants of this year's CXC Physical Education and Sports Exam in the Multi Purpose Sports Complex on Friday December 6, 2013.
Xmas on Main Street awakens spirit of festive season in true VI style
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – If for some reason or the other one had not started to get the feeling of the Christmas spirit, being out at the official opening ceremony for Christmas on Main Street last evening December 6, 2013 would have changed all of that.
Western diplomats bid to end stand-off in Ukraine
BBC
Top Western diplomats are arriving in Kiev as police move to break the blockade of Ukrainian government buildings by pro-EU protesters.
Cuba Says It Will Restore Consular Services in United States
By the Caribbean Journal staff
Cuba will be restoring its consular services in the United States until Feb. 17, according to the government.
IACHR: 'Grave Violations' of Right to Nationality in Dominican Republic
By the Caribbean Journal staff
The Inter-American Commission on Human Rights concluded its visit to the Dominican Republic on Friday, saying it had found “grave violations” of the right to nationality in the country.
Brazilian ex-president was 'killed by military conspiracy'
BBC
An investigative commission in Brazil says it has found evidence that the ex-president Juscelino Kubitschek was murdered by the 1970s military regime.
French soldiers killed in Central African Republic
BBC
Two French soldiers have been killed in combat in the Central African Republic, the French presidency says.
International Motors buys Tola Mitsubishi
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- International Motors Ltd (IML) completed the purchase of Tola Mitsubishi in Fish Bay today, December 9, 2013.
2nd fundraiser for cancer survivor set for Dec. 14
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – WestSide Konnekshun (WSk) has proven true to its promise in announcing a second fundraiser for 14-year-old cancer survivor, Shaheem Richards to aid in the payment of his outstanding medical bills.
Kassandra, Kamyce, Sasha & Calden among Top 7@7 finalists
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- There were two main things patrons of the Follow the Movement (FTM) Top 7@7 ‘Who is Next?’ elimination round at the Sir Rupert Briercliffe Hall last evening, December 6, 2013 were waiting for- to know who were the 7 finalists and the performance of US R&B star Melanie Fiona. Both seemed very pleasing to their ears.
UPDATE: Premier Smith & Hon. Fraser pay tribute to Nelson Mandela
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier of the Virgin Islands Dr The Honourable D. Orlando Smith has extended condolences to the people of South Africa and the rest of the world on the death of former President Nelson Mandela.
Tropical Shoot Out is on!- 4 NCAA teams to participate
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Basketball Events Management (BVI) Ltd have taken over the organizing of the BVI Tropical Shoot Out NCAA Division One Tournament and confirmed that the event will take place as scheduled in the Multi Purpose Sports Complex on December 20-21, 2013.
US R&B star Melanie Fiona keen on inspiring young VI artistes
BEEF ISLAND, VI – US R&B star Melanie Fiona, the feature artiste to hit the stage of the Sir Rupert Briercliffe Hall tonight December 6, 2013, told Virgin Islands News Online in an exclusive interview on her arrival in the territory that she is more keen on being an inspiration to the young artistes in the Top 7@7 ‘Who is next?’ competition.
Shake up at BVICCHA! Jamal S. Smith & Doris Smith-Scatliffe resign
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- In a bold move that has sent shock waves throughout the Virgin Islands business community, Chairman of the British Virgin Islands Chamber of Commerce and Hotel Association (BVICCHA) Attorney Jamal S. Smith and the group’s Executive Director Mrs Doris Smith-Scatliffe have both resigned from their posts in the organisation.
Bush & grass the only growth seen in 3rd District under NDP - Hon. Fraser
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI – “My People, the next leader of this territory must be able to take data and effectively execute what is a limited analysis with relative certainty, assess advice, and make informed decisions.” Those were words uttered with much emphasis by Third District Representative, Honourable Julian Fraser, RA.
Verne Wheatley hands over baton as President of BVI Swim Federation
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- National Swim Coach and co-founder of the Makos Swim Club Mr Elsworth Phillip has been elected President of the BVI Swim Federation (BVISF).
More than 100 young martial artists being graded
DUFFS BOTTOM, Tortola, VI- The little ones kicked, blocked, punched, rolled and returned to their fight stance as the large crowd of supportive parents cheered on at the grading exercise of the Purple Dragon martial arts school yesterday, December 4, 2013 at the Save the Seed Energy Centre in Duffs Bottom.
‘We want them removed now’-Crafts Alive vendors
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Vendors at the Crafts Alive Village had a feisty meeting with the Minister for Communications and Works and Fourth District Representative Honourable Mark H. Vanterpool on November 3, 2013 at the grounds of the Crafts Alive Village in Road Town, the Virgin Islands’ capital city.
Lawyers accuse Senior Magistrate Tamia Richards of being disrespectful
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Several attorneys in the Magistrates Court yesterday afternoon December 4, 2013 staged a walk-out protest against actions they described as ‘frustrating and disrespectful’ allegedly on the part of Senior Magistrate Ms Tamia Richards.
Virgin Islands Customer service; and a very poor retail banking model
By Dickson Igwe
Eternal bank queues, and a small number of customer unfriendly bank tellers and staff are a metaphor for a poor Virgin Islands customer service model. The need for good customer service is a bread and butter matter for the Virgin Islands. The British Virgin Islands is a non manufacturing, importing country that is totally customer service dependent. Poor customer service is not an option. Poor customer service is a totally unnecessary deadweight, dragging down commerce and industry.
This Week We Feature Young Professional Jarrel ‘Jay’ Rhymer
By Cathy O. O. Richards
Dogs are indeed man’s best friend, whether it be a poodle, a German Shepherd or a pit-bull, which is a special breed of dog that is beginning to become a favourite among dog lovers, including here in the Virgin Islands. Pit-bulls do not exist in large numbers in the VI, according to one VIslander who you can safely say knows a mountain about pit-bulls and other pets. He is our young professional for this week, Mr Jarrel ‘Jay’ Rhymer.
BVI Taxi Assoc. rolls out ‘trendsetting’ initiatives from today
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Starting today, December 5, 2013 the BVI Taxi Association is expected to roll out the first of several initiatives that are designed to see them being the “trend setters” in the taxi industry in the Virgin Islands (VI) with their customer card drive.
UPDATE: ‘We are losing our males at an early age’- Cecily Malone
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Noting that she had much joy at seeing another graduation of the Alternative Secondary Education Programme, Coordinator Ms Cecily Malone also expressed that she had her “sorrows and disappointments” as there were no male graduates in the Class of 2013.
Exciting games being served up at ESHS Volleyball tourney
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – The Elmore Stoutt High School’s Inter House Volleyball Competition continued apace on Wednesday December 4, 2013 with House 4 recording two wins, but being pushed to 3 sets in each game at the Multi-Purpose Sports Complex.
New Magistrate grants two accused Xmas wishes to be with family
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Antonio Joseph Caines, 34, of Duffs Bottom and Osrick DaSilva, 37, a native of St. Vincent both got their Christmas wishes granted by Magistrate Velon John when they appeared before him earlier today December 4, 2013.
Too many significant events in VI history passing unnoticed- Doug Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Talk show host Douglas Wheatley has lamented that too many significant events in Virgin Islands history are beginning to pass unnoticed or without much remembrance.
Rock Café bringing 1st tree house recreational facility to VG
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI - When Dwite and Paola Flax opened the Rock Café on the sister island of Virgin Gorda some years ago, they knew it would have been one of the most popular and frequented venues on the island but they also had a dream to keep on 'wowing' their supporters with new and creative ideas.
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