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Mothers ‘blazed’ for not sticking to the task
LONG LOOK, Tortola, VI - "It time you children get some ambition and pride. It’s time you parents, who got them sleeping late and doing nothing, to wake them out of their bed and tell them help work," is the plea of senior citizen of Long Look, Esme Potter.
UPDATE: Compensation for land still owed for Brandy Wine Bay project
EAST END, Tortola, VI - Government is yet to complete compensating land owners for the portions of land identified by Government as needed for the proposed Brandy Wine Bay development project. This was noted as one of two hindrances to the start of the project that will see the Brandy Wine Bay beach transformed into a major entertainment centre.
Interactive Community Meeting on Jan. 29 in Carrot Bay to Discuss NHI
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The public is invited to learn more about the National Health Insurance through a series of interactive community meetings, conducted by the National Health Insurance Steering Committee in preparation for the introduction and implementation of the National Health Insurance (NHI).
BVIHSA Community Meeting rescheduled for Feb 7
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The BVI Health Services Authority wishes to inform the public that the Road Town Community Meeting set for tonight has been rescheduled for Thursday, 7th February, 2013 at 7:30 p.m.
Non-profit organisations told to 'get house in order'
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - "We are not here to dismantle any NPO (Non-Profit Organisation)" this was an assurance given by Chairman of the Non-profit Organisation (NPO) Board Mr Kenneth Hodge as he addressed NPO members last evening January 17, 2013.
Update: Hon. Julian Fraser says Third District is being left behind
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI – Third District Representative Hon Julian Fraser RA told constituents at a community meeting last evening November 10, 2012 that his district was being left behind.
Downsizing of Financial Services entities being noted by Premier Smith
HUNTUMS GHUT, Tortola, VI- Noting that the economic pillar- financial services sector- continues to perform well for the people of the Virgin Islands, Premier Dr the Honourable D. Orlando Smith has , however, noted with concern that several companies in that sector have been downsizing.
“I won’t sit still” until completion of Great Mt. road works – Delores Christopher
HUNTUMS GHUT, Tortola, VI – Fifth District Representative Hon. Delores Christopher has vowed that she “won’t sit still” until the completion of the Great Mountain road works, which is currently underway.
Who will pay? Mixed views at EE/LL Health meeting on who will foot bills
EAST END/LONG LOOK, Tortola, VI – Mixed views and dissenting voices emerged amidst an appeal by the BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) for persons to acquire insurance and other means of paying their bills; revenue expressed as vital for the continuation and enhancement of quality service throughout the organisation.
East End/Long Look Community Outreach Meeting set for November 1
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Board members, the Executive Management Team, and key personnel responsible for the operation of the clinics are ready to meet with residents of the East End/Long Look Community at the community outreach meeting set for tomorrow, to promote healthy dialogue.