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Minister for Education announced 81 fully funded scholarships @ HLSCC
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- Virgin Islanders will soon have the opportunity to access higher education at the H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC).
USVI: Cannabis testing lab under construction in St Croix
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FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- The [US] Virgin Islands Cannabis Advisory Board met on Thursday, March 12, 2026, to update attendees on the territory’s progression toward a regulated market. Office of Cannabis Regulation Executive Director Joanne Moorehead reported that medical and sacramental registrations remain steady, though they have tapered off as many potential patients wait for movement in the licensing space.
Funds allocated for new 'secondary technical school' in East End- Hon Sharie B. de Castro
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Minister for Education, Youth Affairs and Sports Honourable Sharie B. de Castro (AL) has announced that a new secondary school will be constructed on the eastern end of Tortola.
West End Ferry Terminal remains an eyesore 8 years after 2017 hurricanes
WEST END, Tortola, VI- Since the powerful Category 5 Hurricanes of 2017, Irma and Maria, destroyed the West End Ferry Terminal on Tortola, the struggle to bring about a new ferry terminal continues.
Airport runway extension project to begin in 2026- Premier
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Construction of the additional piece of runway at Terrance B. Lettsome Airport on Beef Island is planned for 2026, Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley has said.
Road from Paraquita Bay to Hodge’s Creek in final stages of repair
HODGE’S CREEK, Tortola, VI- The section of Blackburn Highway from Paraquita Bay to Hodge’s Creek is nearing completion, following the successful installation of essential box drains.
Construction, marine & agricultural technology to be introduced in high schools- Hon de Castro
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI— The Government of the Virgin Islands is moving to expand senior secondary education opportunities, with a focus on construction technology, marine technology, and modern agricultural practices. This was announced by Minister for Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, Honourable Sharie B. de Castro (AL), during the Virgin Islands Voice broadcast aired on April 16, 2025.
Concrete Construction Training launched by HLSCC
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- The H Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) launched its Concrete Construction Training programme, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at developing the next generation of skilled construction professionals.
Construction of Trellis Bay Welcome Centre progressing well
TRELLIS BAY, Beef Island, VI- Construction on the new Welcome Centre at Trellis Bay on Beef Island is progressing well, as the main structure has been completed.
HLSCC prepares workforce with new concrete construction training and NCCER Certification
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- The H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) is excited to announce the launch of its Concrete Construction Training Programme, a unique opportunity for individuals to gain internationally recognised certification from the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER).
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