Some landowners in the Apple Bay area of Tortola are seeking to ink a deal with the government which could see them swapping portions of their land to allow for the construction of a new road further inland. Hurricane Irma, […]
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McMaster begs for caution on bad roads
At least one government official is urging motorists to exercise extreme caution while driving, adding that the territory’s road network, in some areas, is in no condition to accommodate motorists driving even at the legal speed limit. Some areas have […]
Fix your vehicles before inspection – Gov’t Warns
Despite motorists being given a free hand to operate vehicles damaged during the hurricanes, the government is warning that it will be guided by regulations in the Road Traffic Act whenever vehicles are brought in for inspection. The warning came […]
McMaster promises solution to sewage water along highway
Motorists and pedestrians traversing the James Walter Francis Highway are being told that they will soon be able to breathe a sigh of relief as plans are afoot to correct the disturbing issue of sewage water flowing along the roadway […]
Word on the Street: Should expat looters be deported?
Deputy Premier Dr Kedrick Pickering announced recently that following discussions, it was agreed that expatriates who were convicted and sentenced by the court for post-hurricane looting would be deported. Under the law, the governor may order the deportation of any […]
Trellis Bay Market records $100k loss; resumes operation
The Trellis Bay Market which was hard hit by recent hurricanes and suffered over $100,000 in losses has partially reopened for business and will be hosting its iconic full moon party this weekend. In an interview with BVI News Online, manager […]
O’Neal pledges speedy recovery for Ninth District, blast critics
While dismissing claims that his representation in the Ninth District is grossly lacking, Dr. Hubert O’Neal has assured residents he is working overtime to ensure Virgin Gorda and Anegada are among the first to recover from the devastation caused by […]
Residents told to boycott: Name, shame price gougers
By Davion Smith, BVI News Journalist While the British Virgin Islands await the long-promised consumer protection legislation, residents are being told to sound an alarm, and boycott local businesses that are price gouging. The call came from Junior Minister for […]
Marché looking to reopen tomorrow; laments looting
Despite recording significant losses due to the passage of two hurricanes and subsequent lootings, local hot spot Marché Bar and Grill is looking to reopen for business tomorrow with the promise of a new and improved experience for customers. “We […]
Expat looters to be deported
Deputy Premier Dr Kedrick Pickering has said expatriate residents who were involved in post-hurricane looting will be deported from the British Virgin Islands. While speaking during a recent community forum, Pickering said the government has already held discussions on the […]