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‘We are in this thing together’

‘We are in this thing together’

Leader of the Opposition Andrew Fahie has urged persons throughout the British Virgin Islands (BVI) to prepare for Hurricane Irma, adding that togetherness is also needed at this time. He gave the advice as the BVI, as well as several […]

by / on September 5, 2017 at 8:11 AM /
7 emergency shelters opening Tuesday

7 emergency shelters opening Tuesday

The government said seven emergency shelters will open at noon today (September 5) as a result of the threat being posed by Hurricane Irma. It said the shelters to be opened are: 1. The Methodist Church, North Sound, Virgin Gorda […]

by / on September 5, 2017 at 7:22 AM /
BVI told electricity, piped water may be disconnected

BVI told electricity, piped water may be disconnected

As the British Virgin Islands (BVI) braces for effects of the ‘extremely dangerous’ category 5 Hurricane Irma, the territory’s government has told residents to note that utility services are likely to be disconnected. Those services are being provided by the […]

by / on September 5, 2017 at 7:10 AM /
UPDATE: Gov’t outlines help to leave Anegada

UPDATE: Gov’t outlines help to leave Anegada

Moments after Governor Augustus Jaspert told residents of Anegada to consider leaving the island which is seriously being threatened by Hurricane Irma, the government announced several arrangements to assist persons who are willing to relocate. Claudia Creque Educational Centre will […]

by / on September 4, 2017 at 7:18 PM /
BVI closing all airports

BVI closing all airports

As part of preparation for the probable impact of Hurricane Irma, the BVI Airports Authority has announced a phased approach to the closure of airports across the territory. The government, in a media release, said Terrance B Lettsome International Airport […]

by / on September 4, 2017 at 6:02 PM /
FULL SPEECH: Premier on Hurricane Irma

FULL SPEECH: Premier on Hurricane Irma

By Dr D Orlando Smith, Premier of the British Virgin Islands Virgin Islanders, Residents and Visitors, good day! As you are aware, Hurricane Irma is approaching the Territory and is predicted to start impacting our islands as a powerful category […]

by / on September 4, 2017 at 5:16 PM /
INSPIRE BVI: Winter opens up about tough life

INSPIRE BVI: Winter opens up about tough life

By Horace Mills, BVI News Online Journalist Businessman Shane Winter stood in front a group of mainly young men to deliver a motivational speech, and he couldn’t help but express surprise that he is still alive – still standing. “I […]

by / on September 4, 2017 at 8:57 AM /
Ferries affected – USVI declares state of emergency

Ferries affected – USVI declares state of emergency

Another ferry company has notified the public that there will be no service on Tuesday (September 5) between the British Virgin Islands and the US Virgin Islands (USVI). Virgin Gorda Transport (Speedy’s), like Native Son, declared that the decision is […]

by / on September 4, 2017 at 8:56 AM /
Man found under bed, money and gun in toilet tank

Man found under bed, money and gun in toilet tank

Three Venezuelan visitors who reportedly were found with nearly $60,000 in United States currency and a loaded firearm in a Tortola apartment were ordered remanded when they appeared before Magistrate Ayanna Baptiste DaBreo. Those charged with keeping a firearm without […]

by / on September 4, 2017 at 7:29 AM /
Seaborne: Hurricane to affect flights

Seaborne: Hurricane to affect flights

PRESS RELEASE Due to the impending passage of Hurricane Irma, travel throughout the islands will be affected over the next several days. Safety of our passengers and crews is our top priority. Please see the following updates: 9- 5-17 TUESDAY […]

by / on September 4, 2017 at 7:11 AM /