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Construction, marine & agricultural technology to be introduced in high schools- Hon de Castro
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI— The Government of the Virgin Islands is moving to expand senior secondary education opportunities, with a focus on construction technology, marine technology, and modern agricultural practices. This was announced by Minister for Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, Honourable Sharie B. de Castro (AL), during the Virgin Islands Voice broadcast aired on April 16, 2025.
Concrete Construction Training launched by HLSCC
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- The H Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) launched its Concrete Construction Training programme, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at developing the next generation of skilled construction professionals.
Construction of Trellis Bay Welcome Centre progressing well
TRELLIS BAY, Beef Island, VI- Construction on the new Welcome Centre at Trellis Bay on Beef Island is progressing well, as the main structure has been completed.
HLSCC prepares workforce with new concrete construction training and NCCER Certification
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- The H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) is excited to announce the launch of its Concrete Construction Training Programme, a unique opportunity for individuals to gain internationally recognised certification from the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER).
CDB gives go ahead to procurement process for WE Ferry Terminal construction
WEST END, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) has received a "No Objection" from the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) to advance the procurement process for the construction of the West End Ferry Terminal and temporary facility.
New Eslyn Henley Richiez Learning Centre 'progressing on time'- RDA
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The new building to house the Eslyn Henley Richiez Learning Centre at John’s Hole appears to be coming along nicely.
New & improved jet centre to open next month @ TB Lettsome Airport
BEEF ISLAND, VI- The Terrance B Lettsome International Airport at Beef Island will be the site of a new jet centre. The previous jet centre is now being relocated to a new independent building adjacent to the old centre by the terminal building.
Construction of Eslyn Henley Richiez Learning Centre building moving apace
JOHN’S HOLE, Tortola, VI- The Government of the Virgin Islands, via the Recovery and Development Agency (RDA), is moving full steam ahead in building yet another school.
Ebenezer Thomas Primary School to get new playground
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- Many residents have called our news centre inquiring about what appears to be construction at the Ebenezer Thomas Primary School located in Sea Cows Bay.
Gov’t envisioning new & expanded role for RDA– Premier
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI– Virgin Islands (VI) Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr the Hon Natalio. D. Wheatley (R7) has praised the performance of the Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) and announced his government's intention to expand its role.

