A plea from Premier Andrew Fahie for the public not to get careless in following the Covid-19 protocols. Premier Fahie made that comment recently during the reopening of the Taddy bay Airport on Virgin Gorda. The Premier sounded the warning, that they would not be taking retrograde steps and resorting to lockdowns, instead he urged […]
The Anegada Lobster Fest over the weekend has been a great success…that’s according to one of its organisers and Deputy Director of the BVI Tourist Board – Rhodni Skelton. Skelton said the Covid 19 protocols were adhered to by the many visitors and the businesses and the people in Anegada must be complimented for the […]
A busy Atlantic Hurricane Season ended yesterday after the formation of 21 named storms, including seven hurricanes, of which four developed into major hurricanes. Acting Director at the Department of Disaster Management (DDM) Jasen Penn said that while the Virgin Islands was fortunate not to see major impacts from storms this year, others in the […]
A Covid-19 related problem has forced the temporary closure of a local bank and caused some workers of at least one local government statutory body not to be paid their salaries Tuesday. CIBC First Caribbean Bank said in a notice on Monday that its Road Town branch “is closed until further notice.” Official reports to […]
Director of Tourism Clive Mc Coy says they are very encouraged with the response from travelers to the phased relaxation of their protocols, as their tourism partners have reported strong bookings for the 2021/2022 tourism season, reminiscent of pre-pandemic numbers. Commenting on the new protocols Mc Coy said that the Government has taken a phased […]
A white Taxi Bus caught fire while on the highway on Wednesday and the Chief Fire officer Zebalon Mc clean is appealing to the public to ensure they call 911 or 999 in these instances. It seems the fire may have been mechanical in nature. From time to time, there are incidences where vehicles catch […]
The BVI Ports Authority (BVIPA), together with BVI Now, have announced a major update to the app to serve the needs of cruise ship passengers and improve their onshore experience. BVI Now is an app dedicated to the BVI, available for free download on both the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store. BVI […]
Deputy Premier and Culture Minister Dr. Nathalio Wheatley says there has been a re-awakening Virgin Islands spirit and there is a need for them to know and appreciate their history and culture. Dr. Wheatley made those comments on Sunday, during the reenactment of the 1949 march.
Premier and Minister of Finance, Andrew Fahie has announced that the Government of the Virgin Islands remains committed to strengthening the Territory’s energy supply and reducing its carbon footprint. The Premier, while delivering the 2022 Budget Address, referenced the contract signed between the Anegada Hybrid Renewable Energy and Battery Energy Storage System Project that is […]
After being closed since March 2020 due to the Covid 19 pandemic, the Taddy Bay Airport on Virgin Gorda re-opened on Tuesday, November 23rd. As part of the opening, a single engine aircraft, Tradewinds made its first flight into the airport and was given a water salute on arrival. Speaking at the official ceremony, Premier Andrew […]