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Not adequate for full operations; gov’t seeking community input on dock

Not adequate for full operations; gov’t seeking community input on dock

The temporary structure that recently arrived at the West End Dock is not adequate for full international ferry operations. However, at least one community meeting will be held for residents to give input on port operations. Permanent Secretary in the […]

by / on July 16, 2018 at 6:46 AM /
Visitor missing | Have you seen this man?

Visitor missing | Have you seen this man?

PRESS RELEASE: Police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating a visiting Dominica national who was last seen by friends on Friday, 13 July. David Sandy, also known as Bobboy, is 39 and described as having a fair complexion with […]

by / on July 16, 2018 at 6:30 AM /
Thomas shot ‘old friend’ 5 times in self defence, court hears

Thomas shot ‘old friend’ 5 times in self defence, court hears

After turning himself over to police, Dillion Thomas reportedly claimed he was acting in self-defence when he shot his long-time friend thrice in the chest and twice in the leg. Those were the allegations outlined on Friday (July 13) when […]

by / on July 13, 2018 at 3:27 PM /
FS, BVITB Chairman endorsed BVI Airways to gov’t?

FS, BVITB Chairman endorsed BVI Airways to gov’t?

Premier Dr D Orlando Smith said his administration was convinced BVI Airways was reliable because a number of government affiliates had endorsed the airline. During a media conference on Thursday, Premier Smith was asked whether he thought government had ‘lapses […]

by / on July 13, 2018 at 8:14 AM /
Getting set to race | Work underway at Ellis Thomas Downs

Getting set to race | Work underway at Ellis Thomas Downs

The BVI Horse Owners Association is moving full speed ahead to get the Ellis Thomas Downs ready for the August Tuesday races, which are roughly three weeks away. Association President Lesmore Smith told BVI News some 20 new stables are being […]

by / on July 13, 2018 at 7:49 AM /
France vs Croatia | A guide to Sunday’s World Cup final

France vs Croatia | A guide to Sunday’s World Cup final

British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC): It is a World Cup final few would have predicted. Croatia face France at Moscow’s Luzhniki Stadium on Sunday aiming to win a first major international trophy, while their opponents are in a third final in […]

by / on July 13, 2018 at 7:16 AM /
Jellyfish alert | Residents, visitors urged to be cautious

Jellyfish alert | Residents, visitors urged to be cautious

Residents and visitors in the British Virgin Islands are being urged to exercise caution when swimming at sea/the beach. Since recently, marine authorities reportedly responded to several incidences of jellyfish stings, which resulted in a few victims having to seek […]

by / on July 13, 2018 at 7:10 AM /
Nat’l Information System for Health Policy coming to BVI

Nat’l Information System for Health Policy coming to BVI

The British Virgin Islands is gearing up to implement its first-ever National Information System for Health (IS4H) policy. The IS4H – reportedly the first in the region – is part of the improved Pan American Health Organisation’s (PAHO) framework. Under […]

by / on July 13, 2018 at 5:42 AM /
CEO finally appointed for recovery agency

CEO finally appointed for recovery agency

A Chief Executive Officer for the Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) has finally been appointed – completing the full list of persons who will sit on the RDA. The board of directors for the RDA appointed Paul Bayley to the […]

by / on July 12, 2018 at 3:47 PM /
Accused VG shooter charged with attempted murder

Accused VG shooter charged with attempted murder

Police have named 28-year-old Dillion Thomas as the assailant behind the July 10 shooting from which a male victim sustained non-fatal injuries on Virgin Gorda. Thomas – a resident of Petty Pasture, North Valley – has been charged with attempted […]

by / on July 12, 2018 at 1:33 PM /