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Governor not ruling out prisoner transfer to UK

Governor not ruling out prisoner transfer to UK

By Davion Smith, BVI News Online Journalist While noting that he has been made aware of overcrowding and other problems such as indiscipline at Her Majesty’s Prison, recently installed governor Augustus Jaspert said he is ruling out no option to […]

by / on August 30, 2017 at 8:24 AM /
‘Be strong VI’

‘Be strong VI’

In light of a tropical wave that ravaged sections of the territory this month, a billboard has been erected near the roundabout in Road Town encouraging unity among residents. “Be strong VI. We are stronger together,” the sign reads, stating […]

by / on August 30, 2017 at 8:14 AM /
Gov not sure he will invoke power like Duncan

Gov not sure he will invoke power like Duncan

Cautious and unassuming. That’s how newly appointed governor Augustus Jaspert came across yesterday when members of the media had their first opportunity to meet and greet him, as well as to pose questions that would give a clearer understanding of […]

by / on August 30, 2017 at 7:04 AM /
Happy with ‘quick’ recovery – Ships are back!

Happy with ‘quick’ recovery – Ships are back!

Minister responsible for ports Mark Vanterpool said cruise ships have resumed calls on the British Virgin Islands, adding that the companies are happy with the ‘quick’ recovery following widespread flooding and landslides caused by a tropical wave on August 7. […]

by / on August 30, 2017 at 6:20 AM /
Watch this one!

Watch this one!

The Department of Disaster Management (DDM) said a weather system – Disturbance 1 – has been developing and people in the British Virgin Islands should watch it closely. “Residents are urged to monitor the Disturbance as it has the potential […]

by / on August 30, 2017 at 6:16 AM /
Mosquito nuisance bites at airport

Mosquito nuisance bites at airport

Chief Medical Officer in the Ministry of Health Dr Ronald Georges said the authorities have received a number of complaints about a mosquito nuisance around Terrence B Lettsome International Airport, adding that steps are being taken to address the matter. […]

by / on August 29, 2017 at 2:41 PM /
‘We want you to clean up your yards’ – Israel

‘We want you to clean up your yards’ – Israel

While appealing for residents to join in the fight against mosquitoes, Vector Control Manager Minchington Israel said his unit has doubled the number of trucks involved in fogging, adding that the aim is to ensure the entire territory is fogged. […]

by / on August 29, 2017 at 2:17 PM /
Border security may have to be expanded – Matthews

Border security may have to be expanded – Matthews

The British Virgin Islands may have to expand its marine and border surveillance capability, said Commissioner of Police Michael Matthews. One of the areas in which he said expansion is necessary is CCTV coverage. “My ambition in the future is […]

by / on August 29, 2017 at 10:13 AM /
Destruction looms – Too many young men lost

Destruction looms – Too many young men lost

A chaplain at Her Majesty’s Prison Walter Barrett has lamented that a number of young men in the territory have lost their way, adding that they are ending up in prison because they lack the benefit of positive role models. […]

by / on August 29, 2017 at 8:56 AM /
Drug bust at airport

Drug bust at airport

Law enforcers have launched an investigation into a drug bust at Terrence B Lettsome International Airport, Beef Island. Reports reaching BVI News Online are that various parcels containing marijuana were found at the airport a few days ago. A Customs […]

by / on August 29, 2017 at 6:54 AM /