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Archive for July, 2024

Penn upset over EE clinic closure

Penn upset over EE clinic closure

The closure of the East End Long Look clinic for nearly three weeks has sparked outrage from Eighth District Representative Marlon Penn, who has voiced deep concern and disappointment over the situation. Penn stated that the clinic’s closure was due […]

by / on July 2, 2024 at 6:54 AM /
Red carpet roll-out for inaugural Virgin Islands Icon Awards

Red carpet roll-out for inaugural Virgin Islands Icon Awards

Red carpets rolled out to fit the festive black-tie dress code, as guests arrived adorned in classically coloured gowns and suits for the inaugural Virgin Islands Icon Awards on July 1. The event celebrated outstanding achievements across various fields in […]

by / on July 2, 2024 at 6:20 AM /
Mather blasts law enforcement review report

Mather blasts law enforcement review report

Territorial At-Large Representative Stacey ‘Buddha’ Mather has criticised the recent law enforcement review commissioned by the Governor, claiming it exposes the territory’s national security weaknesses. Speaking in the House of Assembly recently, Mather described the 175-page document containing 138 recommendations […]

by / on July 2, 2024 at 6:09 AM /
Hurricane Beryl tearing through the Caribbean

Hurricane Beryl tearing through the Caribbean

BBC: A deadly hurricane which has been tearing through the Caribbean is intensifying as it moves towards Jamaica. Hurricane Beryl is now a category five storm, meaning its winds and storm surges could prove catastrophic. The storm made landfall on […]

by / on July 2, 2024 at 6:08 AM /
PHOTOS: OneVI Poker Run 2024

PHOTOS: OneVI Poker Run 2024

The One VI Music Festival concluded its festivities with the One VI Poker Run on Sunday, June 30, when BVI native Jordan Romney won the best hand in the competition and ultimately gained first place. He was awarded an $8,000 […]

by / on July 1, 2024 at 8:14 AM /
Dinghy theft on the rise! Police urge boaters to protect vessels

Dinghy theft on the rise! Police urge boaters to protect vessels

The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is urging boaters and charter companies to enhance security measures due to increased dinghy thefts. With the recent uptick in dinghy thefts across the territory, the RVIPF has intensified its efforts to combat […]

by / on July 1, 2024 at 7:50 AM /
Windward Islands on alert as Beryl advances

Windward Islands on alert as Beryl advances

Residents across the Caribbean are bracing for Hurricane Beryl’s impact, with expectations of three to six inches of rain, hurricane-force winds, and dangerous storm surges. Swells generated by Beryl are likely to create hazardous surf and rip currents, further adding […]

by / on July 1, 2024 at 6:54 AM /