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Xmas on DeCastro Street on; to be scaled down  –  City Manager

Xmas on DeCastro Street on; to be scaled down – City Manager

City Manager Janice Braithwaite-Edwards has announced that while the yearly observance, Christmas on DeCastro Street will be on show this year, persons should expect to see a significant scale down in activities. This is because sponsors and regular participants to […]

by / on November 13, 2017 at 7:18 AM /
Every bit counts: Fahie distributes $25 gift certificates

Every bit counts: Fahie distributes $25 gift certificates

First District Representative, Andrew Fahie has teamed up with others to give every child in his District a $25 gift certificate to help with back to school expenses. Speaking at a meeting in his District recently, Fahie told parents that […]

by / on November 13, 2017 at 5:20 AM /
CTL explores other shipping options

CTL explores other shipping options

Press Release: In an effort to speedily fulfill the building needs of the territory, CTL Home Center is engaging alternative shipping sources to supply customers after costly delays caused by the two major shipping companies – Tropical and Crowley. Both Tropical […]

by / on November 12, 2017 at 5:00 AM /
Bad treatment causing many to shun relief – Dr Simmons

Bad treatment causing many to shun relief – Dr Simmons

Bad treatment at relief distribution centres set up by the government across the territory is causing many needy residents to look to alternate sources for help, according to local charity organization, Family Support Network (FSN) “We have a lot of […]

by / on November 10, 2017 at 7:00 AM /
Move them! RT parking lot used as illegal dump site

Move them! RT parking lot used as illegal dump site

The Department of Waste Management said it did not authorize for the parking lot opposite Pusser’s bar in Road Town to be used as a dump site for derelict vehicles. More than 100 derelicts have been deposited at the said lot […]

by / on November 9, 2017 at 9:46 AM /
B’More says Barbados show will be big career boost

B’More says Barbados show will be big career boost

Local artist, McKenzie “B’More” Baltimore who is down to perform at the Hennessy Artistry show in Barbados alongside several big names in the music industry said the move will no doubt serve as a big boost to his musical career. […]

by / on November 8, 2017 at 8:48 AM /
Call made for more religious leaders to enter politics

Call made for more religious leaders to enter politics

Local clergyman, Dr. Melvin Turnbull has said there is a need for more religious leaders to be elected to sit at the political table and not just persons who are good at talking themselves into positions of authority. Dr. Turnbull, […]

by / on November 8, 2017 at 8:40 AM /
Late Police Inspector given grand send off

Late Police Inspector given grand send off

Amid torrential rainfall, hundreds of mourners turned out at the Sea Cows Bay Methodist Church today to pay their last respects to late Police Inspector, Francia James-Liburd during a thanksgiving service. Inspector James-Liburd who served in the Royal Virgin Islands […]

by / on November 7, 2017 at 3:44 PM /
REPENT! Local preacher says witchcraft, incest rampant in BVI

REPENT! Local preacher says witchcraft, incest rampant in BVI

  Local preacher, Ava Baird has reiterated calls for repentance throughout the territory, claiming that ungodly acts such as witchcraft, homosexuality and incest are rampant locally. The female preacher made the call while addressing a large crowd at the staging […]

by / on November 7, 2017 at 6:54 AM /
PHOTOS: Christians pledge faithfulness to God

PHOTOS: Christians pledge faithfulness to God

The BVI Christian Council has made a resolution pledging repentance, obedience and greater faithfulness to God. The commitment was made at  a National Service of Thanksgiving and Unity event held at Queen Elizabeth Park, Tortola yesterday. The event comes at a […]

by / on November 6, 2017 at 3:48 PM /