The close to 1,000 persons eligible to receive financial help under the Government’s Household Assistance Program now have one extra reason to smile this Christmas after money was disbursed to their accounts today. This is the second time for the […]

Five families in the Second District who needed an extra push to aid in their recovery efforts after the hurricane were the beneficiaries of a cash donation totaling $5,000 courtesy of local businessman, Clive George. George, who is the owner […]

Zoe Walcott-McMillian who was crowned Mrs BVI earlier this year has revealed that the devastation that was done to the territory by Hurricane Irma largely influenced her decision not to attend the Mrs Globe pageant held in China recently. Walcott-McMillan, […]

Premier Dr. D Orlando Smith said the Government has decided to extend duty-free exemptions that was announced for certain items being imported into the territory. The exemption will run for another three months, he said while addressing the House of Assembly […]

Even with a $15 million investment from the coffers of the Social Security Board (SSB) which ensures the availability of more funds to on-lend to the public, the National Bank of the Virgin Islands has indicated that there is still […]

More than three months after two catamarans ran aground on his Paraquita Bay property hampering his ability to rebuild his business that was damaged during the hurricane, Ecedro Thomas is finally able to breathe a sigh of relief. This is […]

Medical Officer Dr Ronald Georges has confirmed reports of dengue fever in the British Virgin Islands. In an interview with BVI News, the high ranking medical official said, however, that it is not unusual to see cases appearing during the […]

The National Bank of the Virgin Islands (NBVI) has announced that it is offering bridging loans or short-term loans to existing customers as they await the settlement of their property insurance claims. Noting that the bridging loan offer is valid […]

Hundreds of persons participated in the Scotiabank Jingle Bells Run/Walk 5K event at the weekend which was aimed at raising funds to rebuild the Autism Center that was destroyed during Hurricane Irma. “Our staff came up with the Autism Center […]

A vehicle overturned near Manuel Reef on Tortola this afternoon. Reports reaching BVI News are that the occupants of the vehicle sustained minor injuries. It is said that two persons were travelling in the vehicle at the time of the […]