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Hon Penn supports ‘independent review’ of RVIPF ‘from the head come down’
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Opposition Member Hon Marlon A. Penn (R8) is supporting calls for an independent review of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) amidst allegations of corruption, including against Commissioner of Police (CoP) Mark Collins.
Puerto Rico rooftops to ‘power up’ with $440M U.S investment
VI CONSORTIUM
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — In a significant move towards renewable energy, the U.S. Department of Energy has announced a $440 million initiative to install solar panels on low-income homes in Puerto Rico. This effort comes as the U.S. territory faces persistent power outages and a deteriorating electric grid.
Rotary Club of Central Tortola mourns passing of ‘cherished’ member James J. Harris
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Rotary Club of Central Tortola has said its members have been left in profound sorrow on the sudden passing of its “esteemed fellow Rotarian and friend” Mr James J. Harris.
Private/Public stakeholder forum being planned on VI Minimum Wage– Premier
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI– Virgin Islands Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) said, in an effort to deal with the minimum wage issue in the Virgin Islands (VI), a stakeholder forum is being planned to involve both the government and private sectors.
BVIPA celebrates Explora 1's first visit to VI
SPANISH TOWN, Virgin Gorda, VI- On November 21, 2023, the British Virgin Islands Ports Authority (BVIPA), in collaboration with the British Virgin Islands Tourist Board (BVITB) and local ship agent Island Shipping Trading Co. Ltd., commemorated the inaugural arrival of the Explora 1 with a special plaque exchange ceremony.
Digicel celebrates 15 Years in VI with gift giving & customer surprises!
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Digicel is celebrating 15 years in the [British] Virgin Islands with a day of gifting and surprises for customers. This Friday, November 24, 2023, customers can take advantage of various Digicel deals and promotions.
One Mart, Game On, Family Matters & Suzuki Marines in volleyball finals today
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Finals of the Industrial Volleyball League organised by the Department of Youth Affairs and Sports (DYAS) will be played this evening, Thursday, November 23, 2023, at the Multi-Purpose Sports Complex in Road Town, Tortola.
St George's Primary marks 6th death anniversary of Trinity A. Moses
MAIN STREET, Tortola, VI - “Today Trinity should have been at college, she should have been at college today, but six years ago she was taken away from us,” said St George's Primary School Principal Dr Cherilyn Anderson-Rogers in a somber tone, as the school held a memorial and remembrance to mark the 6th death anniversary of Trinity A. Moses.
The Flying Pig bags the win @2023 Nanny Cay Round Tortola Race
NANNY CAY, VI- The 2023 Nanny Cay Round Tortola Race took place on Saturday, November 18, 2023, with plenty of wind in the south offering up a potential record-breaking day. With seven boats expected it was shaping up to be a great day on the water.
Tourist rushed to hospital after encountering difficulties @ Smugglers Cove
SMUGGLERS COVE, Tortola, VI- A male cruise ship tourist was reportedly pulled from the water at Smugglers Cove on Tortola and rushed to Dr. Orlando Smith Hospital today, November 22, 2023.
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