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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 […]
Owner of Bougainvillea Clinic Dr. Hesketh Vanterpool says they are one of the most advanced private medical facility in the Caribbean. Dr. Vanterpool made those comments during press conference last week, where he announced that they conducted the first Open Heart Surgery in the BVI and the OECS. About a year ago, the Clinic conducted […]
As the Virgin Islands Communal Association VICA hosted the re-enactment of the 1949 march on Sunday, featured Speaker Bishop John Cline said it is time the Virgin Islands seek independence from the UK. Addressing Sunday’s reenactment march which ended at the Sir Olva Georges Plaza, Bishop John Cline said that back then it was not […]
Former Chief Executive Officer of the BVI Financial Services Commission, Dr. Robert Mathavious has called on Public Servants o step up their game. Dr. Mathavious made the call during a ceremony where he wa honoured last week for his contributions. Dr. Mathavious said that as the COI vividly demonstrated, the Public Service is BVI Theatre, […]