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Magistrate Says Reciting of Poems Should Be Back In Schools
Magistrate Dr. Velon John said reciting of poems should be back as an integral part in students school work. The Magistrate back in his school days, teachers would take them outside in the afternoons to...
11 Mar 2014
Education Got The Lion's Share Of $302 Budget-Premier; Education Week Being Celebrated…
Of the whopping $302M budget for this year, the education sector received the lion's share of that money, according to Premier and Finance Minister Hon. Dr. Orlando Smith. Dr. Smith was addressing parents, educators and students...
11 Mar 2014
School Celebrates Diversity for Commonwealth Day
It was a global display on Friday 7th March, 2014 when the Staff and students of the Isabella Morris Primary School celebrated their Commonwealth activities. In demonstration of this year’s Commonwealth theme “Team Commonwealth”...
10 Mar 2014
Cadet Corp Turns 5
The Virgin Islands Cadet Corps is celebrating its fifth anniversary this month, and commenced the celebrations with a church service on Sunday March 9, at the Cane Garden Bay Baptiste Church. Sunday’s activities began...
10 Mar 2014
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Beauty of The Week
Name: Shaian Vandenburg Nationality: Guyanese Zodiac sign: Virgo Favorite color: Blue Dream vacation: Two weeks in Paris Favorite quote: "If you don't like something change it, if you can't change it, change the way you think about it." Read more
CCT Ready To Launch New Network; Boasts of $10M Investment
Next week locally owned telecommunications company, CCT Global Communications will be launching its new upgraded network. Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Mr. Averad Penn said the new network will see improved service to its customers. "We are coming with the real 4-G it is going to be... Read more
Caribbean Arts and Craft Festival Opens This Weekend
The 2014 Caribbean Arts and Crafts Festival takes place in the BVI from March 8th to 12th under the theme “Inspiring Youth Creativity." The festival is an offshoot of the Caribbean Artisan Network, which is an organization that was created in 2000 with the aim of preserving... Read more
Rolly Polly Competition on Saturday
Grenadian artiste Hollice “Mr Kill@” Mapp has the Caribbean in a frenzy with his song “Rolly Polly, and residents who have been blasting the song, and perfecting some of the demonstrated ‘Rolly Polly’ waist action are invited to show what they can do at a special... Read more
Youths to be Engaged in Discourse on Tattoos and Social Media
Mitch Turnbull, the President of the Hope Foundation and Director of the Project Lion Heart Mentorship programme will be among the speakers at the Follow the Movement youth programme that will be taking place at the H. Lavity Stoutt Community College on March 7. Among other... Read more
Fashion Outlook: Nike, Adidas, Reebok and Jordan Unveils March 2014 Sneaker Styles
Collectors, sneakerheads and general fashion aficionados please be advised that Jordan, NIKE, Adidas, and Reebok have selected March as the release month for some of their hottest 2014 designs. Reebok is looking different these days and has the heart of sneakerheads racing fast with the ‘Reebok Question... Read more
It Can't Be About We & Them, Not When Our Children Education Is Involved- Psychologist
Parents and teachers are being urged to work together for the betterment of the education system and parents in particular are being challenged to move away from tearing down teachers. Dr. Thomas Alexander, Educational Psychologist in the Department of Education said some persons are very... Read more
Sly' Blackmailed Teen Before Raping Her -Prosecutor
A man is accused of blackmailing a minor before taking her to a deserted area on Anegada and raping her. Slyon Forbes known as Sly is on trial for rape and child pornography, and according to Crown Counsel Chantal Flax, he had in his possession... Read more
Duo In Guana Island Drug Bust To Be Sentenced This Month
The two men from St. Thomas nabbed by local authorities with cocaine on board a vessel, will know their fate later this month after admitting to the offence. Nigel Registe, a native of Dominica residing on St. Thomas and crew member Kevin Greaves of St.... Read more
Cake Boss Gorvey is LIME’s Local and Talented
“Take risks and don’t be shy about it, this was a risk,” Chef Gorvey Henry-- this month’s Lime Local and Talented personality announced at a press conference on March 5. Gorvey is a well-regarded baker, who gained much attention with his introduction of modern sophistication to wedding... Read more
Limelight Presents Almost Maine
This weekend (March 7 and 8)Limelight Productions BVI will be presenting the play "Almost, Maine" at the HLSCC E. Parsons Auditorium "Almost, Maine" is a play by John Cariani, and the Limelight team likens the production to the movie "Love Actually." This known production was developed at... Read more
We Must Walk The Talk On Financial Services; Be Careful Who We Do Business With- FSC Boss
The BVI must not only preach of wanting to be respected as a compliance financial services jurisdiction, but must also put that commitment into practice, according to Mr. Robert Mathavious, Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the BVI Financial. "It is not enough to talk the talk, we... Read more
Meet Jarese and Navarre
It was a delight to meet 10 year old Jarese Ashton and G. Navarre Donovan of the Isabella Morris Primary School at a school social last week. The encounter was so impressive that we felt inclined to feature these two bright students. Being model pupils in their school is... Read more
Beauty of the Week
Name: Abigail Ambrose Native of: Trinidad and Tobago, Sign: Taurus Favorite Food: Seafood/Steaks/Chocolate Favorite Color: Royal Blue Dream Vacation: Hong Kong/Egypt Favorite Quote: Stand for something or you will always fall for anything! Read more
Musical Tribute Held For First Chief Minister
The Eileene L. Parsons Auditorium was transformed into a musical arena yesterday as local artistes paid tribute to the late Chief Minister Hon. Hamilton Lavity Stoutt on his birth anniversary. The first Monday in March is declared as a public holiday in celebration of the anniversary of the... Read more
BREAKING NEWS: Natanael Gumbs Body Recovered Following Surfing Mishap
This morning the Virgin Islands Search and Rescue (VISAR) Team recovered the body of 23 year old, Natanael Gumbs who went under water following a surfing mishap yesterday at Little Bay. The body was recovered this morning just after 7.00 am. Reports are that Gumbs, a BVIslander,... Read more
Territory Wide Electricity Bill Reduction in Effect
Minister for Communications and Works, Hon. Mark Vanterpool announced on Tuesday that Government is moving swiftly to reduce the cost of electricity in the territory and light the electricity bills of residents. During what can be described as an update on his Ministerial projects, the Minister... Read more
One Love Defeats Islander at 9 Aside Tourney
The victor of the BVIFA Marlon Penn 9 aside Tournament--- One Love United are relishing in the fact that a crowded Greenland Field witnessed the defeat of their main rival Islanders on March 2. The game was filled with tense moments as two strong teams battled to... Read more
Bakembe George Jailed For Cultivating 'Weed'
Bakembe George, 22 was sentenced to prison today for cultivating over 3,490 cannabis plants on a field in the area of Taylor Bay, adjacent to the Virgin Gorda Airport. Senior Magistrate Tamia Richards sentenced him to 33 months in prison for the offence and also... Read more
Isabella Morris School Social Scores A-Plus
Using the term “well-attended” will not paint an accurate picture of how successful the Isabella Morris Primary school’s “Boys Night” social that was held on the evening of Thursday February 27, really was. Teachers at the school came up with the idea to have the event after... Read more
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CCT Ready To Launch New Network; Boasts …
Next week locally owned telecommunications company, CCT Global Communications will be launching its new upgraded network. Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Mr. Averad Penn said the new network... Read more
We Must Walk The Talk On Financial Services; Be Careful Who We Do Business With- FSC Boss
The BVI must not only preach of wanting to be respected as a compliance financial services…
Delta Petroleum stages Grand Motorcade commemorating 5 years of ULSD
Wednesday, February 26, Delta Petroleum has reassured the Community of their commitment as t…
Close To $1M Contract Signed For Works In Palestina/Pleasant Valley
Rehabilitation works in Palestina/Pleasant Valley located in the Third District will t…
Beauty of The Week
Name: Shaian Vandenburg Nationality: Guyanese Zodiac sign: Virgo Favorite color: Blue Dream vacation: Two weeks in Paris Favorite quote: "If you don't like something change it, if you can't change it, change the... Read more
School Celebrates Diversity for Commonwealth Day
It was a global display on Friday 7th March, 2014 when the Staff and students of the Isa…
Cadet Corp Turns 5
The Virgin Islands Cadet Corps is celebrating its fifth anniversary this month, and comm…
Caribbean Arts and Craft Festival Opens This Weekend
The 2014 Caribbean Arts and Crafts Festival takes place in the BVI from March 8th to 1…
Sly' Blackmailed Teen Before Raping Her …
A man is accused of blackmailing a minor before taking her to a deserted area on Anegada and raping her. Slyon Forbes known as Sly... Read more
Duo In Guana Island Drug Bust To Be Sentenced This Month
The two men from St. Thomas nabbed by local authorities with cocaine on board a vessel…
Bakembe George Jailed For Cultivating 'Weed'
Bakembe George, 22 was sentenced to prison today for cultivating over 3,490 cannabi…
Anegada Man's Porn Trial Pushed Back For Tuesday
Sylon Forbes was expected to face a jury and High court Judge, yesterday in relation to s…
Magistrate Says Reciting of Poems Should…
Magistrate Dr. Velon John said reciting of poems should be back as an integral part in students school work. The Magistrate back in his school... Read more
Education Got The Lion's Share Of $302 Budget-Premier; Education Week Being Celebrated Through Arts
Of the whopping $302M budget for this year, the education sector received the lion's s…
It Can't Be About We & Them, Not When Our Children Education Is Involved- Psychologist
Parents and teachers are being urged to work together for the betterment of the edu…
Meet Jarese and Navarre
It was a delight to meet 10 year old Jarese Ashton and G. Navarre Donovan of the Isabella M…
You Cannot Be In Opposition & Want To Ru…
Minister for Communications and Works Hon. Mark Vanterpool slammed the Virgin Islands Party (VIP) Opposition over their recent actions and warned them that they cannot... Read more
Budget Debate Takes Place Today Following HOA Uproar
There is likely to be only one member of the opposition present today to take part in the 20…
Fahie Not Surprised Gov't Moving Ahead With Berthing Agreements
The government will today be signing berthing agreements with Disney Cruise Line (DC…
Legislators Aim Fire at the Media
Minister for Education and Culture, Hon. Myron Walwyn expressed concern over what he desc…
One Love Defeats Islander at 9 Aside Tou…
The victor of the BVIFA Marlon Penn 9 aside Tournament--- One Love United are relishing in the fact that a crowded Greenland Field witnessed the defeat... Read more
Adam Touched by Olympics Participation
It was a proud moment for every BVIslander to see Peter Adam Crook accompanied by the …
Get clued up on the halfpipe ski event at Sochi 2014 Winter Olympic Games
BVI competitor, Adam Crook’s on-site practice for the freestyle halfpipe ski event at th…
We Can Find Baseball Stars Right Here-Players Told At Little League Baseball Opening
Young players who are competing in the 2014 Little League Baseball were told that baseball …
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