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Queen Elizabeth II Park Reopens Following Renovation Works
The National Parks Trust of the Virgin Islands announced the reopening of Queen Elizabeth II Park in Road Town after completing renovation works that included structural improvements, enhanced rainwater drainage systems, and general repairs to improve public safety and accessibility.
According to the Trust, the upgrades were part of ongoing efforts to ensure the park remains a safe and resilient recreational space for residents and visitors. The 0.7-acre park, established in 1974, features landscaped lawns, a playground for children, and a waterfront gazebo overlooking Road Harbour.
“We’re excited to welcome families, friends, and visitors back to this cherished green space in Road Town — a perfect spot to unwind, take a walk, or let the little ones play,” a post on their official Facebook page said . “Come visit, enjoy the fresh upgrades, and help us care for our parks by keeping them clean and safe for all.”
Queen Elizabeth II Park was previously closed in 2021 for maintenance and repairs to playground equipment, according to a government advisory. Earlier upgrades were completed in 2016, when the park was reopened after major landscaping and construction work.
The Trust said the latest improvements are intended to enhance drainage during heavy rainfall and preserve the park’s facilities for long-term use. Officials encouraged the public to use the space responsibly and to support ongoing efforts to maintain the park’s condition.
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Governor’s Office Delivers Trauma Risk Management Training to Frontline Officers in Virgin Islands
The Governor’s Office, with support from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office, this week delivered Trauma Risk Management (TRiM) training to frontline officers in the Virgin Islands, including members of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force, prison officers and volunteers from Virgin Islands Search and Rescue (VISAR).
The program is designed to help first responders recognize and manage the psychological effects of traumatic incidents encountered in the course of their duties. Participants received instruction on identifying early signs of stress-related responses and providing peer support following critical events.
According to the Governor’s Office, the training forms part of ongoing efforts to strengthen welfare and resilience within frontline services across the territory.
“By strengthening welfare and resilience within our front line services, we are ensuring that the people who protect us are supported themselves,” the Governor’s Office said in a statement.
Officials thanked participants for their involvement and acknowledged the trainer for leading the sessions.
Trauma Risk Management, commonly known as TRiM, is a peer-support process used in emergency services and military settings to assess and address the mental health impact of traumatic exposure.
Maya Marcellin, Teen Universe British Virgin Islands, departed the territory on Feb. 22 for Nicaragua, where she will compete in the Teen Universe International Pageant.
Marcellin left the British Virgin Islands on Sunday accompanied by family members and supporters as she begins representing the territory in the international competition. The pageant will bring together contestants from several countries to compete in preliminary events leading up to the final show.
Supporters gathered prior to her departure to offer encouragement as she travels to Nicaragua to represent the British Virgin Islands on the international stage.
Governor’s Office Delivers Trauma Risk Management Training to Frontline Officers in Virgin Islands
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