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Memorial to be held tomorrow for Detective France

Memorial to be held tomorrow for Detective France

Commissioner Mark Collins along with the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force has invited the public to join a memorial service in honour of the late Detective Sergeant Paul France who tragically lost his life in the line of duty on […]

by / on November 27, 2023 at 3:25 PM /
Lobster Fest 2023 serves up culinary bliss

Lobster Fest 2023 serves up culinary bliss

The Anegada Lobster Festival (ALF) 2023 was a resounding success, further solidifying its position as one of the Caribbean’s most anticipated culinary events. Coupled with Anegada’s vibrant atmosphere and diverse attractions, the BVI Tourist Board’s (BVITB) commitment to showcasing the […]

by / on November 27, 2023 at 11:02 AM /
BVI employment sees slight increase

BVI employment sees slight increase

Despite cries that unemployment is increasing across the territory, figures from the 2024 budget show that employment has seen a slight increase over what the territory saw in 2022. While presenting the territory’s budget for next year, Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley […]

by / on November 27, 2023 at 7:12 AM /
The European Union flag

EU invests €19M in Caribbean agriculture

The European Union (EU) is providing €19 million (approximately $20.8 million) to enhance the resilience and sustainability of food systems in the Caribbean, promoting food and nutrition security, particularly for groups in vulnerable situations. The funds are being provided under […]

by / on November 27, 2023 at 7:08 AM /
Cruise visitors captured at the Cyril B Romney Tortola Pier Park recently. (BVI News photo)

BVI tourism outperforming global projections

Figures from the 2024 budget show that the BVI’s tourism sector is making a stellar comeback, and is already outperforming global projections for the travel industry. While presenting the 2024 national budget this week, Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley said the […]

by / on November 24, 2023 at 7:26 AM /
The incinerator/waste facility at Pockwood Pond on Tortola.

Vital parts finally procured to bring incinerator back online

The Waste Management Department has revealed that it has received the vital parts for the Pockwood Pond incinerator as the territory works to bring this essential machinery back online. Director of the Waste Management Department Marcus Solomon said transfer arms […]

by / on November 24, 2023 at 7:23 AM /
$1.9M set aside for new agri and fishing complex

$1.9M set aside for new agri and fishing complex

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has advised that nearly $2 million has been allocated for the construction of the much-anticipated Agriculture and Fisheries Complex. “My government is committed to building the Virgin Islands Agriculture and Fisheries Complex in Paraquita Bay, which […]

by / on November 24, 2023 at 6:41 AM /
Opposition Leader Marlon Penn

Residents tired of false hope, says Penn

Eighth District Representative Marlon Penn described the Premier’s budget speech this week as being filled with flowery words and false hope. “We heard a lot of good talk, a lot of good talk, but we need to see where – […]

by / on November 24, 2023 at 6:32 AM /
The building that houses the Department of Trade, Investment, Promotion & Consumer Affairs.

Why not just fix the Trade Department?

Talk show host Damion Grange has questioned the need for the Virgin Islands Trade Commission after its implementation was recently delayed by Labour and Trade Minister Lorna Smith. The Trade Commission Act was brought into force in November 2022 and […]

by / on November 24, 2023 at 6:11 AM /
Significant infrastructural improvements ahead

Significant infrastructural improvements ahead

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has promised to improve the territory’s infrastructure significantly in the coming months, disclosing that his government intends to spend millions of dollars on planned roadworks and other infrastructure projects. “Our people deserve good infrastructure. There is […]

by / on November 23, 2023 at 7:29 AM /