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New medical school to boost healthcare in Virgin Islands

New medical school to boost healthcare in Virgin Islands

A new medical school by Ponce Health Sciences University (PHSU) has officially launched in the BVI to improve healthcare access and strengthen the medical workforce across the territory. The Ministry of Health and Social Development announced the move on Monday. […]

by / on March 26, 2025 at 7:36 AM /
BVI post must embrace digital age, Premier says

BVI post must embrace digital age, Premier says

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley told postal leaders gathered for a regional workshop this week that the local post office must embrace digital transformation to stay relevant in a fast-changing world. Speaking at the Caribbean Postal Union and Universal Postal Union […]

by / on March 26, 2025 at 7:14 AM /
Nearly 7,000 participate in territory-wide tsunami exercise

Nearly 7,000 participate in territory-wide tsunami exercise

The Department of Disaster Management (DDM) has reported that nearly seven thousand people participated in the recent territory-wide earthquake and tsunami exercise. The annual exercise aims to enhance emergency plans, update procedures, train new personnel in tsunami preparedness and response, […]

by / on March 26, 2025 at 6:04 AM /
Gov’t to build agriculture hub for local farmers

Gov’t to build agriculture hub for local farmers

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has announced that the government plans to develop a new agriculture complex at Paraquita Bay to boost local food production and improve crop distribution. Speaking at a recent press conference, Dr Wheatley said the new facility […]

by / on March 25, 2025 at 7:53 AM /
Gov’t pushes new strategy to boost public service

Gov’t pushes new strategy to boost public service

The Office of the Deputy Governor has introduced a new strategic framework to advance the Public Service Transformation Programme in the BVI. This initiative seeks to enhance service delivery and align public service operations with national development goals. Public Service […]

by / on March 25, 2025 at 7:49 AM /
Crabbe and Selwood confirmed to top education posts

Crabbe and Selwood confirmed to top education posts

Orlandette Crabbe has been officially confirmed as Chief Education Officer (CEO) in the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs, and Sports’, effective June 2024. Her appointment follows a period of acting in the role. Crabbe will lead the Department of Education, […]

by / on March 25, 2025 at 6:38 AM /
Walwyn sworn in as Opposition Leader

Walwyn sworn in as Opposition Leader

Sixth District Representative Myron Walwyn has been sworn in as Opposition Leader ahead of the Third Sitting of the Second Session of the House of Assembly on Monday, March 24. The swearing-in ceremony was conducted by Governor Daniel Pruce. The […]

by / on March 24, 2025 at 1:22 PM /
BVI’s medical school to open first semester in 4 months

BVI’s medical school to open first semester in 4 months

Ponce Health Sciences University (PHSU) will begin its first semester in the British Virgin Islands in four months. Speaking at the university’s inauguration ceremony on Monday, Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley described the occasion as a milestone in the territory’s development. […]

by / on March 24, 2025 at 1:11 PM /
Vybz Kartel concert’s economic impact under review

Vybz Kartel concert’s economic impact under review

The economic impact of the recent Vybz Kartel concert in the Virgin Islands is still being assessed, according to Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley, who said the event brought “significant economic activity” to the territory. While no official figures have been […]

by / on March 24, 2025 at 8:11 AM /
Organisers make public appeal to help fund VG Easter Fest

Organisers make public appeal to help fund VG Easter Fest

The Virgin Gorda Easter Festival Sub-Committee is calling on the community to assist in raising funds for the upcoming event, set to take place from April 19 to April 21. Speaking on JTV recently, Chairperson Reshawn Stevens explained that funding […]

by / on March 24, 2025 at 8:01 AM /