The BVI Barracudas Swim Team returned with 36 personal best times and 23 top-three finishes at their first meet of the year in St. Thomas on February 17. With 14 swimmers aged between 6 and 16, the team delivered an outstanding performance, securing an impressive total of Among the standout achievements, three swimmers attained B… Continue reading BVI Barracudas return with 36 Personal Bests and 23 Top Finishes At St. Thomas Meet
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Bob Marley: One Love” Reigns Supreme in North America and Makes Waves Worldwide
Amidst a relatively quiet February at the box office, Paramount Pictures has injected a burst of energy with the release of the music biopic “Bob Marley: One Love.” Debuting on Valentine’s Day, February 14, the film has made a significant impact both domestically and internationally, raking in an estimated $45.6 million over five days in… Continue reading Bob Marley: One Love” Reigns Supreme in North America and Makes Waves Worldwide
Social Development Department Vows Confidential, Equitable Public Assistance Delivery
In a recent Table Talks Session focusing on Accessing Public Assistance, Miss Tasha Bertie, Acting Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Health and Social Development, highlighted the department’s dedication to maintaining confidentiality and fairness in delivering public assistance to individuals across the Virgin Islands. Miss Bertie emphasised the successful transition to a streamlined system under… Continue reading Social Development Department Vows Confidential, Equitable Public Assistance Delivery
BVI U20 Boys Off to CONCACAF Championships in Nicaragua
The British Virgin Islands Under-20 Men’s National Team is set to go head-to-head with Nicaragua in their first Concacaf Under-20 Championship Qualifiers match on February 23. The squad is scheduled to compete at the Estadio Nacional De Nicaragua from 7 p.m. with the objective of progressing to the 2024 Concacaf Men’s U-20 Championship. The Concacaf… Continue reading BVI U20 Boys Off to CONCACAF Championships in Nicaragua
Suspected Chemical Exposure Incident at Barge – One Feared Dead and Three Hospitalised
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has confirmed an incident on a barge near Pockwood Pond earlier today, February 17, following a report received after 9 am. Initial investigations indicate that a male entered a tank on the barge and subsequently lost consciousness. In a heroic attempt to rescue him, two additional males entered… Continue reading Suspected Chemical Exposure Incident at Barge – One Feared Dead and Three Hospitalised
Jost Van Dyke Residents Reconnected to BVIEC Grid
Minister for Communications and Works, Honourable Kye M. Rymer, has announced that the residents of Jost Van Dyke have been successfully reconnected to the British Virgin Islands Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) grid. BVIEC successfully made the required joints in the subsea-cable and connected it to the grid, followed by the necessary testing and energising of the… Continue reading Jost Van Dyke Residents Reconnected to BVIEC Grid
Police Raid Uncovers Illegal Firearm in Hannah’s Estate, Shawn Morris Jr Arrested
Officers from the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) uncovered a firearm and a cache of ammunition on Thursday, February 15, after executing a search warrant at a residence in Hannah’s Estate. The raid was conducted as part of ongoing investigations into multiple serious offenses around the Territory. The discovery led to the immediate arrest… Continue reading Police Raid Uncovers Illegal Firearm in Hannah’s Estate, Shawn Morris Jr Arrested
Illegal Immigrants Discovered on Cooper Island
In a joint operation between Royal Virgin Islands Police Force Officers and US Customs and Border Control, authorities intercepted a vessel suspected of transporting illegal immigrants just off the shores of Cooper Island late Wednesday night. The vessel ran aground on Cooper Island, prompting a swift response from law enforcement. Upon inspection, 25 adults and… Continue reading Illegal Immigrants Discovered on Cooper Island
HLSCC and BVI Film Commission Collaborate for Free 9-Day Film Development Workshop
The H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) and the BVI Film Commission have joined forces to host a free 9-day Film Development Workshop, set to take place on Fridays and Saturdays throughout March. The initiative aims to equip participants with a comprehensive understanding of the film production process. Led by industry experts including Emmy-nominated Producer… Continue reading HLSCC and BVI Film Commission Collaborate for Free 9-Day Film Development Workshop
OECS Robotics Association Launched in St. Kitts and Nevis
The Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Robotics Association was officially inaugurated at the Marriott Resort in St. Kitts and Nevis on Wednesday, February 14. Heads of Government including Premier Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley of the British Virgin Islands from OECS member states, gathered for the 74th Meeting of the OECS Authority, attended the… Continue reading OECS Robotics Association Launched in St. Kitts and Nevis