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January 27th, 2026
STCW returns to HLSCC with enhanced facilities & expanded maritime training offerings

PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- After a strategic pause to rebuild, upgrade, and strengthen its maritime infrastructure, the H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) has officially announced the return of the STCW Basic Safety Training (BST) beginning February 2026, following recertification and approval by the United Kingdom’s Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA).

January 23rd, 2026
HLSCC revives humanities talk series inviting critical dialouge to the community

PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- The H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) will welcome students and the wider community back into a space of critical inquiry and dialogue with the return of its Humanities Talk Series on Wednesday February 4, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at the College’s Green Room, Learning Resource Centre/Library.

January 19th, 2026
Helipad in Road Town closed to public parking

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The BVI Airports Authority (the Authority) wishes to advise the motoring public that the Authority will be undertaking essential works at the Road Town Helipad, located adjacent to Dr D. Orlando Smith Hospital.

December 30th, 2025
An Update on The Lawn @ Tortola Pier Park

WICKHAM’S CAY I, Tortola, VI- Tortola Pier Park Ltd. (“Pier Park”) is aware that many in the community have seen and shared images and videos showing the condition of The Lawn following the removal of VISAR’s Winter Wonderland ice-skating rink, and we understand the concern this has caused.

December 17th, 2025
interCaribbean Airways launches new nonstop service from VI to Barbados & St Maarten

PROVIDENCIALES, Turks & Caicos Islands- interCaribbean Airways is pleased to announce new nonstop service from Beef Island in the Virgin Islands to both Barbados and St. Maarten, with flights commencing on March 8, 2026.

December 5th, 2025
interCaribbean Airways launches service to Eugene F. Correia International Airport with 'Spirit of Guyana' Inaugural Flight

OGLE, Guyana, SA - interCaribbean Airways is proud to announce the launch of scheduled service to Georgetown's Eugene F. Correia International Airport (OGL), with a celebratory inaugural flight operating on Wednesday, December 11, 2025, to dedicate the airline's specially painted "Spirit of Guyana" aircraft (registration VQ-TGY).

December 2nd, 2025
Request for Proposals (RFP): Construction of the Stone House Pool (Concrete & Civil Works)

INTRODUCTION

H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) invites suitably qualified and experienced contractors to submit proposals for the demolition of the existing pool, and concrete and civil works to support the installation of a new pool and associated structures at the Stone House, Paraquita Bay Campus (South). This RFP is issued for open tender, and all interested contractors who meet the stated eligibility requirements are encouraged to apply.

November 26th, 2025
Anegada comes alive for Lobster Festival 2025

SETTING POINT, Anegada, VI- Anegada is buzzing with excitement as restaurants, accommodations, attractions, and experience providers finalize preparations for the 13th Annual Anegada Lobster Festival, returning from 28th – 30th November 2025. Produced by the British Virgin Islands Tourist Board & Film Commission (BVITBFC) in collaboration with the Anegada community, the festival remains a signature event for food lovers, cultural explorers, and adventure seekers.

November 20th, 2025
interCaribbean Airways & Virgin Atlantic Airways launch Interline Agreement

PROVIDENCIALES, Turks and Caicos- interCaribbean Airways today announced the launch of an interline agreement with Virgin Atlantic, creating seamless connectivity between the Caribbean and the United Kingdom through key connection points in Barbados and Antigua. This partnership enhances travel options for customers seeking convenient access between the Caribbean region and Virgin Atlantic’s international network.

November 19th, 2025
Kwana A. Jerome is new Retail Banking Manager of Republic Bank BVI

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Republic Bank (BVI) Limited has announced the appointment of Kwana A. Jerome as Retail Banking Manager.

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