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After-school classes to help build a nation of readers - Sharie B.Y. de Castro
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- With classes set to begin on Monday January 30, 2017 young entrepreneur and former Miss British Virgin Islands Sharie B.Y. de Castro continues to champion the cause of literacy in the territory through her business Write To Read.
Virgin Islanders keeping Virgin Islanders down – Sharie B.Y. de Castro
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Political candidate in the 2015 General Elections Sharie B.Y. deCastro, who has been very vocal on issues affecting the Virgin Islands of late, has spoken again on two very controversial issues- locals casting blame on expatriates and the National Democratic Party (NDP) Government's strong-arm style of management.
Youth as future leaders need to be more visible- Meryl E. Callwood
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – While many persons shared their comments via the blogs some persons thought a more prominent response is warranted so as to show support for the bold move by young politician Sharie B.Y. de Castro standing up to Minister for Communications and Works Honourable Mark H. Vanterpool (R4).
Sharie ‘Watchman’ de Castro challenges Hon Vanterpool on road works spending
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – “I am convinced now more than ever that our government officials drive on private roads that we, the ordinary people, do not see or have access to! Please be honest! Who can see or feel a $12.3M improvement of roads in the Virgin Islands?” asked Sharie B.Y. ‘Watchman’ de Castro on social media.
‘It’s time to start a reading revolution in VI’ – Sharie B.Y. de Castro
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - As the world celebrates International Literacy Day today, September 8, 2016, founder of Write To Read, Sharie B.Y. de Castro, continues to raise awareness by championing the cause of literacy with an aim to make reading a national priority.
Exclusive: Sharie B.Y. de Castro says no regrets at Miss Universe
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Miss BVI 2012, Sharie B.Y. de Castro declared that she rose above personal and other struggles and has no regrets after representing the Territory at the just concluded Miss Universe Pageant held in Moscow, Russia.
Russia an ‘extraordinary experience’ – Sharie B.Y. de Castro
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Miss BVI 2012, Sharie B.Y. de Castro, has described Russia as being an extraordinary experience thus far and stated that amidst her busy schedule, she has also managed to capture beautiful moments that she will treasure forever.
UPDATE: Miss BVI remains focused; encourages fans to vote
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Miss BVI 2012 Sharie B.Y. de Castro says she remains focused on her task and is encouraging fans to continue in their support of her quest to attain the crown at the 62nd edition of the Miss Universe pageant in Moscow, Russia.
Miss BVI said she did her best to represent VI
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Miss BVI 2012, Sharie B.Y. deCastro stated that she counted the opportunity to represent the Virgin Islands at the recently held Miss Carival Pageant in St. Vincent & the Grenadines as an amazing experience and added that she was certain that she did her best to represent the country.