Residents of Carrot Bay and surrounding communities will soon have a more frequent avenue to buy, sell and socialize as plans are underway to have a Traditional Market Day several times per year. Culture Minister Dr Natalio Wheatley told BVI […]
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Forensic auditor being sought to probe former BVIAA board, operations
A forensic auditor is being hired to solve what Premier Andrew Fahie has described as the latest mystery surrounding the BVI Airport Authority (BVIAA) and the alleged mismanagement of funds by its former board. The forensic auditor is being hired […]
Cops giving away Ford pickup to raise funds for community projects
Residents of the BVI will have a chance to win a 2019 Ford Ranger XLT and six months of free gas as part of a vehicle raffle being put on by the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF). The raffle […]
What’s the latest exchange rates against one US dollar?
The British Virgin Islands has become a regional hub where persons from various nationalities come to live, work and do business. And in this global trading economy, the currency strength of these respective nationalities fluctuate daily. Below is the latest […]
Job opportunities ahead | Ghut, roadside clearing to intensify — Rymer
Residents of the British Virgin Islands will soon find additional employment opportunities as the government intensifies ghut and roadside clearance in anticipation of the peak of the hurricane season. Works Minister Kye Rymer made the announcement during the recent sitting […]
All-time low participation for Fisherman’s tournament as Carrot Bay festivities begin
The Oliver ‘Ollie’ Turnbull Fisherman’s Tournament was hit with an all-time low in participants as the Carrot Bay Cultural Fiesta went underway on Thursday, August 8. Member of the Fisherman’s Tournament Committee Levette Walters told BVI News only two fishermen […]
‘Unavoidable expense’: Gov’t spends nearly $50K renting A/C unit for 10 weeks
Government has spent nearly $50,000 to rent an air-conditioning unit for the Multipurpose Sports Complex in Road Town for two-and-a-half months. Education and Culture Minister Dr Natalio Wheatley said, in the first instance, his ministry rented the unit from May […]
Organisers of East End Rise & Shine Tramp considering band clash next year
The East End/Long Look leg of the Rise & Shine Tramp may see a possible clash between bands on the road during next year’s festivities. Chairwoman of the East End/Long Look Festival Sub-committee Sandra Potter gave that indication in a […]
‘Enough importation nonsense’ | Locals promised preference for ITA’s 35 job openings
Premier Andrew Fahie is assuring BVIslanders and Belongers that they will be given first preference for the 35 jobs expected to be made available at the International Tax Authority (ITA). Speaking at a recent sitting of the House of Assembly, […]
I’m concerned too, says Vanterpool on looter’s 2-year prison sentence
Another legislator has publicly expressed concern over the recent two-year sentence handed down to Shamoii Dagou for looting a television set following Hurricane Irma nearly two years ago. Speaking at the recent sitting of the House of Assembly in Road […]
