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Construction contractor Ottley Hodge honoured @ Virgin Islands Pride Awards Dinner
TH BRONX, New York, USA- For decades, Ottley Hodge, aka 'Papa Hodge', helped shape one of the world's greatest cities. His hands and leadership contributed to the construction of more than twenty significant buildings, including major high-rise developments and landmark projects that remain part of the iconic New York City skyline.
Mitsy J. Ellis-Simpson installed as Rotary Club of Tortola President for 2026/2027
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI– Rotarian Mitsy J. Ellis-Simpson has been installed as President of the Rotary Club of Tortola for the 2026–2027 Rotary year.
NAGICO donates $10K to YEP following successful 2-Mile Run/Walk
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI– NAGICO Insurances has reaffirmed its commitment to youth development in the Virgin Islands with a donation of $10,000 to the Youth Empowerment Project (YEP), following the successful staging of its inaugural 2-Mile Run/Walk With A Purpose on Saturday, June 6, 2026.
Martinique ready to supply Guyana with radioactive drugs to fight cancers
DEMERARA WAVES
GEORGETOWN, Guyana--Martinique, a French overseas department in the Caribbean, is ready to provide Guyana with radioactive nuclear drugs to treat certain cancers, health minister Dr Frank Anthony said on Sunday.
VI Public Service Learning Institute & Monroe University to establish MoU
NEW YORK, USA- In a continued effort to enhance educational and professional development opportunities for Public Officers in the Virgin Islands, Dr Connie E. George, the Director of the Virgin Islands Public Service Learning Institute (VIPSLI), made a significant visit to Monroe University in New York, USA, on Tuesday, June 9, 2026.
9 injured in shooting near England squad's World Cup training ground
EVENING STANDARD
Nine people have been injured in a shooting close to the England squad’s World Cup training ground in Kansas City, Missouri, according to reports in the United States.
VI Gov't to remove visa requirement for work permit holders- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI– In a move to foster a more business-friendly environment, Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) announced the removal of visa requirements for work permit holders.
Westmoreland ganja farmers sign up to become legal
JAMAICA GLEANER
ORANGE HILL, Westmoreland, Jamaica- Hundreds of cannabis [ganja] farmers from communities across Westmoreland Western gathered in Orange Hill last Thursday for a registration drive aimed at helping them transition from the informal market into Jamaica's regulated cannabis industry.
SKN advances plans for 100% renewable energy future
ST KITTS & NEVIS OBSERVER
FRIGATE BAY, St. Kitts- The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis has launched a major initiative aimed at achieving 100% renewable electricity generation, marking another significant step toward a sustainable and low-carbon future.
Mass shooting in Johannesburg kills 12, injures 9
REUTERS
CLEVELAND, Johannesburg, SA- At least 12 people were killed, and nine were injured on Tuesday evening when gunmen opened fire at an informal settlement in Cleveland, east of Johannesburg, South African police said on Wednesday.
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