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Honour late Eileene L. Parsons by 'taking up mantle of patriotism'- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has encouraged all residents of the Virgin Islands (VI) to emulate the patriotism exhibited by the late Eileene L. Parsons, OBE.
‘Ride for Life’ to honour fallen mentor Keon Frederick
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI— The annual Ride for Life event organised by MALE (Mentoring Anointed Leaders Everywhere), will take place on Saturday, May 31, 2025. This year’s event is being held in honour of Keon Frederick, a young ‘mentor’ who tragically died in a motorcycle accident last year.
BVIEC honours 4 long-standing employees upon retirement
LONG BUSH, Tortola, VI- The British Virgin Islands Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) proudly celebrated the remarkable careers of four of its dedicated employees, who recently retired after collectively contributing over 140 years of service to the Corporation.
VI must commit to fostering a society where ageing is celebrated, not feared- Premier
CANE GARDEN BAY, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has said the Virgin Islands (VI) would not be what we know it is today without the senior citizens.
‘I Legend’ begins commercial trips to St Thomas, USVI
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- 'I Legend', the new ferry belonging to Smith’s Ferry Services, operated its first commercial trip to the United States Virgin Islands (USVI) today, Monday, February 3, 2025.
Dame Janice M. Pereira to be honoured with week-long National Celebration
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Government of the Virgin Islands has announced a week-long National Celebration in honour of the beloved daughter of the soil, The Right Honourable Dame Janice M. Pereira, DBE, on the occasion of her retirement from the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court as Chief Justice.
VI sportsman Kyron A. McMaster awarded King’s New Year OBE
ROAD TOWN, Tortola. VI – Virgin Islands Sportsman Kyron A. McMaster has made the King in the New Year's Honors list and will receive an OBE for his contributions to sport in the Territory.
Haycraft family honours late Peter Haycraft through monetary gift to HLSCC
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- The family of the late businessman, philanthropist, and avid sailor Mr Peter Haycraft, OBE is honouring his legacy by supporting young people pursuing careers in the marine industry through a monetary gift to the H. Lavity Stoutt Community College’s (HLSCC) Centre for Applied Marine Studies.
International Women's Day: VIP honours Digital Creator Kyra J. James
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- On the occasion of International Women’s Day being observed today, March 8, 2023, the Virgin Islands Party (VIP) has recognised the accomplishments of Kyra J. James, creator of the popular video blog 'Kickin’ it with Kyra'.
VI’s Lynette L. Harrigan bestowed 2023 MBE Honour
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Ms Lynette L. Harrigan, Marketing Manager of the British Virgin Islands Tourist Board (BVITB) and former President of the Rotary Club of Tortola has been conferred with a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) as part of the 2023 New Year Honours Overseas and International list.

