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Premier hopeful solar project on Anegada will be completed early 2025
FAT HOGS BAY, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has apologised to the people of Anegada for their recent power issues.
'Pay more attention to the National Parks Trust'- Hon Fraser
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Opposition Member Hon Julian Fraser RA (R3) has accused the government of not paying enough attention to the National Parks Trust.
'Report derelicts'- DWM Director
POCKWOOD POND, Tortola, VI- Director of Waste Management Mr Marcus E. Solomon continues to seek the public’s support in reducing derelict vehicles throughout the Territory.
IAM Jet Centre by Signature Aviation completed & handed over!
TRELLIS BAY, Beef Island, VI- A brand new IAM Jet Centre by Signature Aviation has been completed and handed over. The building was fully renovated and is located in a separate building at the Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport on Beef Island.
Ice Connection & Magics secure wins in latest VG Summer Jam play
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- Ice Connection and Magics were among the winners when play in the Summer Jam League 2024 continued last weekend at Jeffrey Caines Arena in Virgin Gorda.
Happy 41st Independence Day to the wonderful people of St Kitts & Nevis
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- In recognition of today, we take a moment to look back on the 72nd Meeting of the OECS Authority in Montserrat in 2022.
Electricity restored in Anegada
THE SETTLEMENT, Anegada, VI- Electricity has been restored in Anegada following a power outage on Tuesday evening, September 16, 2024.
Gerard S. Farara KC appointed Chairman of BVIFSC Board
PASEA ESTATE, Tortola, VI- The governing Board of the British Virgin Islands Financial Services Commission has a new Chairman and Commissioner.
13 restaurants participating in Anegada Lobster Festival 2024
SETTING POINT, Anegada, VI- Thirteen restaurants will showcase lobster samplers and meals over the weekend of November 30 to December 1, when the Virgin Islands (VI) celebrates the annual Anegada Lobster Festival.
Woman Grandmaster coaching VI Olympiad Chess Teams
BUDAPEST, Hungary- The Virgin Islands (VI) current Chess teams competing at the International Chess Federation (FIDE) 45th Chess Olympiad in Budapest, Hungary is being coached by Woman Grandmaster (WGM) Chess Player, Sabina-Francesca Foisor.
Anegada without power & water; School closed
THE SETTLEMENT, Anegada, VI- Residents of Anegada have reportedly been without power since last evening, Tuesday, September 17, 2024. The power outage has also affected the Claudia Creque Educational Centre, which was forced to close today.
Premier recalls Hon Marlon A. Penn fired previous BVIHSA Board Chairman
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- With Opposition Member Hon Marlon A. Penn (R8) slamming the government for calling for the resignation of BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) Board Chairman Ron R. Potter, Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has hit back by pointing out the hypocrisy of Hon Penn.
VI will meet 'international obligations' with FSC Amendment Bill- Hon Smith
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Deputy Premier and and Minster for Financial Services, Labour and Trade Honourable Lorna G. Smith, OBE (AL) has said the Financial Services Commission Amendment Bill 2024 will not only enhance governance and improve operational efficiency with the Financial Services Commission but also meet international obligations.
Car falls off deplorable Threlfall Road
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- There was a double misfortune for the driver of a vehicle on a dilapidated road at Threlfall today, September 17, 2024.
Premier promises to look into BVIEC’s handling of cyber-attack PR
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R9) has said he can investigate the way the BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) has handled its public relations following a cyber-attack on the company.
Starting salaries for USVI teachers set to reach $52,503 by 2025
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- Governor Albert A. Bryan Jr announced on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, a new wage agreement with the American Federation of Teachers (AFT) Locals 1825 and 1826, resulting in salary increases for the territory's teachers, paraprofessionals, and support staff.
VI’s own Hon Dame Janice M. Pereira DBE to sit as judge on Privy Council
LONDON, England, UK- The accomplished daughter of the Virgin Islands’ soil, Hon Dame Janice M. Pereira DBE will create more history for the Virgin Islands and the Caribbean when she sits as a judge on the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council (JCPC) in London for a week in December.
VI delegation in UK held talks with one of the largest insurance groups in the world
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- With many in the territory calling on the government to fix the issues of high insurance costs in the Virgin Islands (VI), the Virgin Islands Party (VIP) government has been actively trying to address those concerns.
Ron R. Potter is being used as a ‘scapegoat’- Hon Marlon A. Penn
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Opposition Member in the Virgin Islands (VI) House of Assembly, Honourable Marlon A. Penn (R8) has accused Minister for Health and Social Development Hon Vincent O. Wheatley (R9) of using Chairman of the BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) Mr Ron R. Potter as a scapegoat.
'Stay in school’ message @ Willock’s D3 Back to School 2024
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- Today, Monday, September 16, 2024, former Speaker of the House of Assembly and Third District resident Mr Julian Willock came true to his word in giving back with his annual Back to School initiative.
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HLSCC offers pathway to global education for supervisors with CMI Level 3 Diploma
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- The H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Level 3 Diploma in Principles of Management and Leadership. This internationally recognised certification, equivalent to an associate degree or A Level, is ideal for those seeking to enhance their management skills or pursue further education opportunities in the UK or US.
Order in Council not yet lifted; OT Minister wants to do own assessment- Premier
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Although most of the recommended reforms on governance coming out of the one-man Commission of Inquiry (CoI) have been implemented, the United Kingdom (UK) Overseas Territories Minister Stephen J. Doughty (MP) has opted to not yet lift the controversial Order in Council to suspend the Virgin Islands Constitution.
PWD Director Hodge Out! To be assigned to RDA on secondment
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- It is being said that Director of the Public Works Department (PWD), Jeremy W. Hodge will be reassigned to the Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency (RDA).
VI wins again @ Chess Olympiad
BUDAPEST, Hungary- Team Virgin Islands (VI) had an impressive day during Round 5 of the International Chess Federation (FIDE) 45th Chess Olympiad yesterday, Sunday, September 15, 2024, achieving the team’s highest number of individual, and team wins to date and bringing in 5.5 points.
Commanding Officer of French Navy ship makes courtesy call on Acting Governor
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A French Navy ship docked at Cyril B. Romney Tortola Pier Park for the weekend, as part of a “routine visit” to the Virgin Islands (VI).
Gunshots reportedly fired in SCB
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- Reports reaching our News Centre are that gunshots have reportedly been fired in the area of Sea Cows Bay known as Albion Estate.
‘It is not my intention to resign’ as BVIHSA Board Chairman- Ron R. Potter
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- After being asked to resign as Chairman of the BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) Board, Mr Ron R. Potter has since hit back with resistance.
DDM closely monitoring Tropical Storm Gordon
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Department of Disaster Management (DDM) has said it is continuing to closely monitor Tropical Storm Gordon as it crosses the Atlantic.
USVI lawmakers demand stronger action against dirt bikes
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- The proliferation of dirt bikes, all-terrain vehicles, scooters, and other unlicensed vehicles along main roads in the USVI is creating a major challenge for the VI Police Department.
Mother & son win Carrot Bay 10K
CARROT BAY, Tortola, VI- Race 3 in the BVI Runners 10k fun run series was won by Jermaine A. Ricketts and his mother, Rosmond Johnson.
HM Customs announces rebirth of K9 Unit
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- His Majesty’s Customs recently honoured the achievements of its K9 Unit and its handlers at a graduation ceremony earlier last week.
VI’s HoA represented @ CPA Conference in Guyana
GEORGETOWN, Guyana- The House of Assembly of the Virgin Islands (VI) took part in the Forty-sixth Regional Conference of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) Secretariat in Georgetown, Guyana.
Dickson Igwe Swim School gets sponsorship from Unite BVI
NANNY CAY BOAT YARD AND MARINA, Tortola, VI- The Dickson Igwe School of Swimming, Aquatics, and the Sea was the recent recipient of $500 worth of swimming supplies from Unite BVI.
USVI: Unsealed documents reveal Mon Ethos planted eavesdropping devices in gov't offices
VI CONSORTIUM
ST. THOMAS, USVI- In one of the most perplexing incidents to impact the US Virgin Islands (USVI) government where over a dozen eavesdropping devices were planted throughout various government departments and agencies for reasons unknown, unsealed documents revealed that Mon Ethos was responsible.
VI gets first win @ Chess Olympiad in Budapest
BUDAPEST, Hungary- The Virgin Islands took its first win at the International Chess Federation (FIDE) 45th Chess Olympiad which is currently underway in Budapest, Hungary.
VI elected Vice Chair of UN’s CDCC
PORT-OF-SPAIN, Trinidad and Tobago- The Virgin Islands (VI) has been elected by acclimation to serve as a Vice Chair of the United Nations’ (UN) official intergovernmental body for the Caribbean Development and Cooperation Committee (CDCC), a subsidiary of the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC).
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By Dickson Igwe
Now, the most successful societies in terms of social and economic measures are those with a clear vision. Arguably, vision derives from multiple origins: geography, culture, war, industry, science. These societies derive data and information as map from past to present, and projections for the future. Data and information are a central factor driving individual, organization and country to a vision founded in their specific history and geography.
RVIPF not disclosing name of DR woman found dead @ sea
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Police have identified the body of the female found at sea, off Jost van Dyke, on September 5, 2024; however, they are not disclosing her name to the public at this time.
Premier & Deputy to update the nation on UK visit Monday
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Although the Government of the Virgin Islands (VI) has been sharing some information on the Premier Wheatley-led delegation’s activities in the United Kingdom (UK), the public will be provided with more details at a press conference on Monday, September 16, 2024.
50 public servants identified in 1st cohort for leadership training
ROAD TOWN, Tortola VI- The Virgin Islands Public Service Learning Institute (VIPSLI), working in collaboration with Ministries across Government, have identified Fifty (50) public officers as the Public Service’s Emerging Leaders who will participate in the first cohort to receive leadership training.
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