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Archive for September, 2024

Travesty! At-Large reps AWOL from VG meeting

Travesty! At-Large reps AWOL from VG meeting

The absence of Territorial At-Large Representatives at a recent community meeting in Virgin Gorda has sparked criticism from local commentator Elvin Grant, who labelled their non-attendance as a “travesty”. The community meeting saw several residents raising concerns about delays in […]

by / on September 10, 2024 at 8:54 AM /
Several young offenders arrested over the summer

Several young offenders arrested over the summer

According to police reports, approximately 12 young men aged 21 and under were arrested during the summer months of June and July. The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has revealed that most of these young offenders are still teenagers. […]

by / on September 10, 2024 at 8:29 AM /
BVIHSA Chairman denies smirking accusations

BVIHSA Chairman denies smirking accusations

BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) Chairman Ron Potter has refuted accusations that he was smirking during a recent community meeting in Virgin Gorda. Virgin Gorda resident Laura Fox publicly rebuked Potter during the meeting, arguing that Potter’s apparent smirk showed […]

by / on September 10, 2024 at 7:47 AM /
What about helicopters for medical emergencies?

What about helicopters for medical emergencies?

Residents have expressed concern about the lack of emergency helicopter services for medical emergencies on the BVI’s outer islands. The issue arose at a recent Virgin Gorda community meeting after the death of Virgin Gorda resident Rovovion ‘Bucky’ Sprauve, who […]

by / on September 10, 2024 at 7:34 AM /
Gov’t ministers to attend St Kitts 9th OECS meeting

Gov’t ministers to attend St Kitts 9th OECS meeting

Minister for Education Sharie de Castro and Minister for Health Vincent Wheatley are scheduled to attend the 9th Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Council of Ministers Meeting in St. Kitts and Nevis, starting today, Tuesday, September 10. According to […]

by / on September 10, 2024 at 6:05 AM /
Vehicular accident in Sophie Bay

Vehicular accident in Sophie Bay

The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has confirmed that a traffic accident involving three vehicles occurred in Sophie Bay shortly after 9 a.m. this morning, Monday, September 9. Police report that there were no injuries from the crash. Although […]

by / on September 9, 2024 at 12:19 PM /
Resident fumes as BVIHSA Chair reportedly smiles in crisis meeting

Resident fumes as BVIHSA Chair reportedly smiles in crisis meeting

At a recent community meeting in Virgin Gorda, residents expressed intense frustration when BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) Chairman Ron Potter reportedly appeared smiling, despite serious discussions about delays in urgent medical care on the sister island. The incident, which […]

by / on September 9, 2024 at 9:12 AM /
We are tired of government’s drivel — Flax-Brutus

We are tired of government’s drivel — Flax-Brutus

Residents of Virgin Gorda have expressed deep frustration with the government’s handling of healthcare services on the island, demanding greater accountability and improved emergency response. The issue arose at a recent community meeting where several residents raised concerns about delays […]

by / on September 9, 2024 at 8:23 AM /
Sprauve sister slams gov’t response to Bucky’s death

Sprauve sister slams gov’t response to Bucky’s death

The sister of Revovion “Bucky” Sprauve, who passed away on August 31 after reportedly being denied timely access to medical services in Virgin Gorda, has expressed her anger over the handling of the situation. During a recent community meeting on […]

by / on September 9, 2024 at 8:16 AM /
Gov’t took ‘Greedy Bill’ and forgot the people, says VG resident

Gov’t took ‘Greedy Bill’ and forgot the people, says VG resident

Residents of Virgin Gorda have expressed significant frustration with the government’s handling of their healthcare needs, accusing officials of prioritising their own benefits over the community’s welfare through laws like the controversial ‘Greedy Bill.’ During a recent community meeting, long-time […]

by / on September 9, 2024 at 7:41 AM /