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Cricket Fever Returns: BVICA T20 Tournament 2024 Set For Sunday
The British Virgin Islands Cricket Association (BVICA) is set to kick off its T20 Cricket Tournament at Greenland Cricket Field in East End this Sunday, April 14.
This year’s tournament, spanning from April 14 to July 21, promises to showcase the best talent the BVI has to offer under the leadership of newly elected President Neil Hayes.
Zone A of the tournament will see fierce competition among teams such as Cavaliers, Under The Tree, Vincy, Falcons (led by none other than Neil Hayes himself), Police, and Titans. In Zone B, cricket aficionados can expect thrilling matches between Vikings, Royal Knights, Rising Stars, Renegades, and Grenada.
Neil Hayes, who also serves as a fast bowler for the Falcons, expressed his enthusiasm for the upcoming matches, saying, “I’m really looking forward to cricket restarting on Sunday. Please come down and support all the teams. There’s going to be some incredible skills on display. It’ll be a great time, so please come down and support the cricket.”
But the excitement doesn’t end with cricket alone. Spectators can look forward to live music and food and drinks available for purchase throughout the tournament.
With an entry fee of just $5, the BVICA is ensuring that cricket fans of all ages have the opportunity to witness the action-packed matches firsthand.
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Crime/Police
Stabbing Incident Leaves Inmate Injured at His Majesty’s Prison
A stabbing incident that occurred on May 12 at His Majesty’s Prison, resulted in inmate Shakeel Ryan being transported to Dr. Orlando Smith Hospital for medical treatment.
Meanwhile, another individual has been apprehended and is currently being questioned at the Road Town Police Station.
Ryan, who is incarcerated for conspiracy to murder, remained hospitalised at the time of publication.
Circumstances surrounding the incident are still unclear, and further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
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Heavy Rains Damage Retaining Wall at Joe’s Hill Manor Estate
The retaining wall at the Social Security-funded homes in Joe’s Hill Manor Estate sustained substantial damage after heavy rains inundated the territory on May 7 and 8, leaving significant damage at multiple sites across the area.
Fortunately, no injuries have been reported thus far, but efforts are underway to assess the full extent of the damage and ensure the safety of all affected areas.
In addition to the damage at Joe’s Hill Manor Estate, the torrential rains caused widespread flooding on the streets, with businesses on Flemming Street bearing the brunt of the floodwaters. The situation was compounded by erosion, landslides, and flash flooding on Virgin Gorda, rendering access to North Sound via Valley impassable and posing hazardous conditions for residents.
As a result of the adverse weather conditions, several banks across the region, including Bank of Asia (BVI), CIBC Caribbean, First Bank Virgin Islands, National Bank of the Virgin Islands, Popular, Republic Bank (BVI) and VP Bank (BVI), were forced to close their doors.
In a precautionary move to prioritise public safety, all public schools across the territory were closed. However, as of today, May 9, they have reopened, except for Elmore Stoutt High School, which will resume face-to-face sessions on Friday, May 10th, 2024.
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