The public is invited to submit entries with suggestions for a slogan for the upcoming Emancipation celebrations. Entries must include the words “Festival 2018”. Winner of the slogan competition will be awarded a cash prize of $250.00. All entries should […]
Category: Bulletins
Mosquito control measures on JVD May 22
PRESS RELEASE: A team from the Environmental Health Division will be carrying out mosquito control measures on Jost Van Dyke on Tuesday, May 22. The team will be on island all day inspecting properties and implementing mosquito control measures. An […]
Submit liquor licence applications early
PRESS RELEASE: Business persons who are seeking liquor licences for bars, and restaurants with bars are asked to submit applications early with the necessary requirements fulfilled ahead of the June deadline. Persons with questions or concerns about the necessary requirements […]
Be safe, have fun: Safety alert for Poker Run 2018
PRESS RELEASE: The public, participants, boat owners, and mariners are advised to exercise caution and adhere to all safety measures during this year’s Poker Run on May 27. There will be various water sports activities including swimming, snorkeling, paddle boarding, […]
Free legal consultations on May 12 and 19
PRESS RELEASE: The BVI Bar Association will be hosting a Legal Aid Clinic for members of the public from 2pm to 5pm on May 12 and 19 at Aromas at the Tortola Pier Park. Lawyers will be available to discuss […]
Persons urged to take precautions due to Cox Heath fire
PRESS RELEASE: The Department of Disaster Management is advising persons living in close proximity to Cox Heath and who may be impacted by the smoke, particularly the elderly, children and individuals with respiratory illnesses to take extra precautions to avoid […]
Food handlers clinic scheduled for May
PRESS RELEASE: The Environmental Health Division is alerting new and renewing food handlers on Tortola and Virgin Gorda of the Food Handlers Clinics scheduled for the month of May. The schedule is as follows: May 10 at Nature’s Way East […]
Move heavy equipment from Wickham’s Cay I, owners told
PRESS RELEASE: The Office of the City Manager is asking that the owners of tanks, boats, trailers and other heavy equipment located on Wickham’s Cay I, adjacent to the eastside of the Central Administration Complex be remove by Monday, May […]
How to check your blood pressure the right way
PRESS RELEASE: Did you know that there is a correct way to check your blood pressure? Health officials and individuals are encouraged to pay attention to the following tip when blood pressure is being checked. Patients should rest for three […]
VG taxi drivers’ meeting with Mark Vanterpool
PRESS RELEASE: All taxi drivers on Virgin Gorda are invited to a meeting with the Minister for Communications and Works, Honourable Mark Vanterpool on Tuesday, May 1. The meeting will be held at 9:45 a.m. at the Vanterpool Administration Building […]