Various business operators at the Cyril B. Romney Tortola Pier Park have refuted suggestions from Eighth District Representative Marlon Penn that businesses are struggling because of an unusual lull at the Pier Park. Penn recently suggested in the House of […]
Archive for August, 2024
PHOTOS: Forever Young Night
It was another entertaining night inside Rena’s Festiville on Thursday, August 1, for the ‘Forever Young’ night of the festivities. There were performances from UTB, Rupee, Onyan and the 3 Cylinder Band, Skinny Fabulous, among others, keeping patrons bouncing throughout […]
BVI gov’t pledges $400K to Grenada and St Vincent
The Government of the Virgin Islands has pledged $400,000 to assist St Vincent and the Grenadines and Grenada following the impact of Hurricane Beryl. Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley announced this recently at the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) 11th […]
RDA finalising documents for West End Ferry Terminal project
The Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) is advancing towards the next phase of the West End Ferry Terminal project, a key infrastructural initiative to enhance the territory’s port facilities. Recently, RDA officials engaged with residents of the First […]
Penn highlights economic stagnation in TPP’s unusual quietness
The usually bustling Pier Park in Road Town has become an emblem of the BVI’s economic struggles. Eighth District Representative Marlon Penn painted a stark picture of the situation in the House of Assembly, noting the silence that now pervades […]
BVI’s reputation is suffering due to escalating crime
The BVI is grappling with a troubling increase in crime, prompting elected leaders to express concern over the potential damage to the territory’s reputation. Deputy Premier and Labour Minister Lorna Smith recently addressed the escalating situation, highlighting the need for […]
