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Nearly $3M for Environmental Protection Fund

Nearly $3M for Environmental Protection Fund

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley announced during his budget speech last month that the government has earmarked nearly $3 million for the Environmental Protection and Tourism Improvement Fund. The government established the fund to support initiatives safeguarding the environment while enhancing […]

by / on December 9, 2024 at 7:19 AM /
RDA should get more projects, Penn says

RDA should get more projects, Penn says

Eighth District Representative Marlon Penn has advocated for the Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) to undertake more projects to expedite the territory’s development. Penn made the remarks at the inauguration of the Trellis Bay Rest Stop on Beef […]

by / on December 6, 2024 at 7:54 AM /
Trellis Bay Rest Stop ’a symbol of progress’

Trellis Bay Rest Stop ’a symbol of progress’

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley recently inaugurated the newly constructed Trellis Bay Rest Stop on Beef Island, describing it as a symbol of the BVI’s progress and resilience. The new facility was built to enhance the experience for both residents and […]

by / on December 6, 2024 at 7:49 AM /
Gov’t announces service commission appointments

Gov’t announces service commission appointments

The Deputy Governor’s Office has announced several appointments across four key service commissions, filling positions crucial to the effective governance of the Virgin Islands. In a media release on Thursday, Deputy Governor David Archer Jr. confirmed that Ayanna Hull has […]

by / on December 6, 2024 at 7:40 AM /
Project X prison band no longer performing at Xmas in the City

Project X prison band no longer performing at Xmas in the City

The Project X band, a staple of the annual Christmas in the City event, will not perform this year, according to City Manager Janice Brathwaite-Edwards. The event, formerly known as Christmas on DeCastro Street, has been a beloved tradition in […]

by / on December 6, 2024 at 7:34 AM /
Prison service gets UK-funded support

Prison service gets UK-funded support

The United Kingdom has funded a substantial support package for His Majesty’s Virgin Islands Prison Service (HMVIPS) to bolster security, safety, and staff protection at His Majesty’s Prison (HMP) in Balsam Ghut. This week, Lee Pilkington, Head of the National […]

by / on December 6, 2024 at 6:00 AM /
Female police officer reportedly arrested

Female police officer reportedly arrested

Reports have emerged regarding the arrest of a female officer attached to the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF). While the RVIPF has not confirmed the details of the incident or the charges against the officer, sources indicate that a […]

by / on December 5, 2024 at 12:56 PM /
Gov’t issues cybersecurity warning amid rising WhatsApp scams

Gov’t issues cybersecurity warning amid rising WhatsApp scams

The Virgin Islands government has issued an alert to the public about social engineering attacks targeting WhatsApp users locally. The government has urged residents to remain vigilant against these cyberattacks, cautioning the public to verify unknown numbers and avoid sharing […]

by / on December 5, 2024 at 7:45 AM /
New drainage project under way in Sea Cow’s Bay

New drainage project under way in Sea Cow’s Bay

The Ministry of Communication and Works has announced a new drainage project in the Sea Cows Bay area, that began, as part of its broader initiative to address public infrastructure needs across the Virgin Islands. The project, focused on constructing […]

by / on December 5, 2024 at 7:32 AM /
Mather urges deCastro to prove STEAM is working!

Mather urges deCastro to prove STEAM is working!

Territorial At-Large Representative Stacey ‘Buddha’ Mather has called on Education Minister Sharie deCastro to provide data proving the effectiveness of the STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) initiative in the BVI. Mather’s comments came during a House of Assembly […]

by / on December 5, 2024 at 6:36 AM /