Francis Lettsome Primary School emerged victorious at the end of the eagerly anticipated Inter-Primary Schools Track and Field Championships, clinching the title of the best primary school in athletics across the territory. The school’s triumph was announced at the A.O. […]
Archive for April, 2024
Rymer off to Seatrade as gov’t touts record numbers
The Virgin Islands has reached an impressive achievement with a historic rise of more than 90,000 cruise passengers in the first quarter of 2024, in comparison to the previous year. The increase shows the popularity of the territory as a […]
We’re not ignoring Trade Department – Smith
Facing criticisms over sidelining the Trade Department because of her overwhelming portfolio, Deputy Premier Lorna Smith has countered with evidence of a balanced leadership approach. “It takes some time to get everything in place, but I don’t think it’s fair […]
Will BVI infrastructure survive 2024 hurricane season?
Forecasters at the Colorado State University Tropical Meteorology Project are warning that the Caribbean and the United States will likely see above-average levels of storm activity during the 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season, which begins June 1. The forecasters say the […]
New Labour Commissioner to be in place next month, says minister
Deputy Premier Lorna Smith has indicated that a permanent Labour Commissioner could be in place as early as next month. The current Acting Commissioner, Mervin Hastings, was recently moved to the post and has been credited for overseeing the paperless […]
Smith opening constituency offices in Anegada, Jost Van Dyke
Territorial At-Large Representative Lorna Smith has announced that she will be opening a constituency office in Anegada on April 12, a move that is expected to bring greater representation to that community. Smith also said she will be opening a […]
Minimum wage increase uncertain
Uncertainty prevails over the prospect of a minimum wage increase in the territory, with a report from a crucial review set for submission by month-end. Deputy Premier Lorna Smith told reporters at a press conference yesterday that she was unsure […]
Fahie’s sentencing date pushed back after request for more time
Theresa Van Vliet, the attorney for convicted former Premier Andrew Fahie, asked a Miami court to set a later sentencing date for Fahie because of a conflict with a paid vacation she had already booked. In an unopposed motion to […]
Kedrick Malone appointed as Premier’s Chief Advisor
Former Permanent Secretary Kendrick Malone is now the Chief Adviser in the Premier’s Office. Yesterday, a post-meeting statement from Cabinet revealed that Malone was appointed as Governance Reform Delivery Manager/Chief Adviser to the Premier and Director of Strategy and Effectiveness. […]
Expo coming to bring bankers, businesses together
Amid continued calls from the Opposition for more government support for businesses, the government has announced that an event will be held later this year to facilitate talks and partnerships between financial institutions and business owners. Minister for Financial Services, […]