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Sections of Tortola, JVD without power after vehicular crash in west

Sections of Tortola, JVD without power after vehicular crash in west

Multiple areas on the western end of Tortola and Jost Van Dyke are experiencing a power outage due to a vehicular accident on that side of the main island. A vehicle reportedly crashed into a utility pole on the main […]

by / on June 18, 2024 at 7:56 PM /
Electricity issues shutters Iris Penn Smith Clinic

Electricity issues shutters Iris Penn Smith Clinic

The BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) has announced the temporary closure of the Iris Penn Smith Clinic in East End due to ongoing electricity issues. The BVIHSA made the announcement in a public bulletin on Sunday, just days after General […]

by / on June 18, 2024 at 8:12 AM /
BVI Staycation launched to coincide with emancipation festivities

BVI Staycation launched to coincide with emancipation festivities

The BVI Tourist Board has launched its annual marketing programme, BVI Staycation 2024. But unlike previous years, the 2024 programme is specifically positioned to coincide with the territory’s emancipation festivities. BVI Staycation is an incentive programme that invites residents of […]

by / on June 18, 2024 at 7:56 AM /
Cabinet approves overtime pay for election workers

Cabinet approves overtime pay for election workers

The government has decided to amend the Elections Act to give workers overtime pay for work done during an election or referendum. The workers who are eligible for overtime pay include staff of the Office of the Supervisor of Elections […]

by / on June 18, 2024 at 6:37 AM /
Belle Vue man arrested for assaulting girlfriend

Belle Vue man arrested for assaulting girlfriend

BVI News understands that a man from the Belle Vue community was recently arrested and charged for assaulting his girlfriend after seeing her in the company of another man. It is reported that the victim was at her abuser’s house […]

by / on June 18, 2024 at 6:13 AM /
70th Emancipation Festivities honours Larina Jacobs-Lamothe

70th Emancipation Festivities honours Larina Jacobs-Lamothe

The BVI Tourist Board has announced that the 70th Virgin Islands Emancipation Festival Village will be named in honour Jost Van Dyke native, Larina Loretta Jacobs-Lamothe, affectionately known as “Rena”. Clive McCoy, Director of Tourism, stated that Jacobs-Lamothe is an […]

by / on June 18, 2024 at 5:46 AM /
Accused gunman slapped with 3 charges after attempted robbery

Accused gunman slapped with 3 charges after attempted robbery

The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has recovered a firearm from 21-year-old Jahnoi Frank following an attempted armed robbery that took place after 9 pm on June 14. The RVIPF reported they recovered a 9mm semi-automatic pistol with a […]

by / on June 17, 2024 at 7:37 AM /
No word on Music Fest profits?

No word on Music Fest profits?

There is still no word on the costs associated with Music Fest 2024, although the event concluded over three weeks ago. The festival, which was held from May 24-26, saw a relatively low turnout overall reportedly due to a widespread […]

by / on June 17, 2024 at 6:42 AM /
Another woman assaulted in John’s Hole burglary

Another woman assaulted in John’s Hole burglary

As the spate of home invasions continues across the territory, the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has confirmed that a second woman was assaulted by gunmen who broke into a home in John’s Hole, Tortola. The incident happened on Saturday night June […]

by / on June 17, 2024 at 6:35 AM /
A sweet Taste of Tortola

A sweet Taste of Tortola

Several patrons gathered at the Cyril B. Romney Tortola Pier Park on Saturday, June 15, as the BVI Tourist Board showcased the island’s cuisine through culinary businesses at this year’s Taste of Tortola. Vendors from both new and established restaurants […]

by / on June 17, 2024 at 6:19 AM /