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Construction contractor Ottley H. Hodge honoured @ Virgin Islands Pride Awards Dinner
THE BRONX, New York, USA- For decades, Ottley Howard 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.
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.
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.
Annual closed season for sea turtles in effect
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Virgin Islanders are urged to refrain from hunting or rearing sea turtles during the annual closed season, which began this April.
12 young swimmers to compete @ VISF Long Course Championships
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Twelve young swimmers from the BVI Barracudas Swim Club will compete this weekend at the Virgin Islands Swimming Federation (VISF) Long Course Championships in St Croix at the Dolphins Pool.
Opposition vows to support government in matters relating to CoI reforms
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Opposition Members in the Virgin Islands (VI) House of Assembly (HoA) have vowed to support the government over what was referred to as a ‘perfect storm’ over several issues in the VI, including matters related to the implementation of the recommendations of the Commission of Inquiry (CoI) report.
Late legislator Carvin Malone to lie in state from Feb 1, 2024
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The official funeral of former legislator Mr Carvin Malone will be held on Friday, February 2, 2023, at the Multi-purpose Sports Complex.
BVI Tourist Board to manage VI Festival & Fairs Committee
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Cabinet of the Virgin Islands has approved the transfer of the functions of the VI Festival and Fairs Committee (VIF&FC) to the BVI Tourist Board (BVITB).
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