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…hat many residents see as a lack of urgency from both the government and opposition. “The local shippers and local shipping is our lifeline. We are a 100 percent import destination and it has been under attack and now our local shipping and shippers are in a s…
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…5–29, 2025. The bi-annual festival is a major gastronomic event featuring a wide range of local and international cuisines, where residents and visitors gather to sample foods and discover global brands. BVI students Travis Thomas, Kimberly Cordez, Zyra Creque…
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…e set to bear her name in recognition of her years of service to preserving and promoting local culture. The announcement was made by the Virgin Islands Festival and Fairs Committee at the Cyril B. Romney Tortola Pier Park last evening, where winners of this y…
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…ewing the CRC recommendations repeatedly backed governance reforms designed to strengthen local decision-making and modernise outdated administrative systems. The House report found that members consistently identified a need to improve effectiveness, responsi…
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…icularly after Deputy Commissioner of Police Jacqueline Vanterpool emerged as the leading local candidate for the post, having served as Acting Commissioner of Police for over a year before being replaced in the role by the UK retiree Richard Ullger. Vanterpoo…
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…heir transition back to independent living.” Honourable Wheatley also noted the project’s local economic and environmental benefits, pointing to job creation during construction and a design intended to operate fully on solar and battery power. He thanked the…
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…the Caribbean. “This deal combines two storied and complementary banks, with significant local scale advantages and time-honoured customer relationships in their respective core jurisdictions,” Collins said, while noting that he looked forward to welcoming “t…
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…ory’s financial services industry through strong compliance, innovation and investment in local talent. According to a Government Information Services (GIS) press release, Smith delivered the message while addressing industry professionals and students at two…
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…ding The Beatles, The Jackson 5 and The Rolling Stones. The band was also among the early local groups to introduce reggae into its performances. Meanwhile, Latitude Stars, a staple of Virgin Gorda’s entertainment scene, will revive memories of the island’s “M…
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…lier tender process in which bids came in far above budget, with one joint venture of two local firms submitting a proposal of roughly $64 million and a Canadian company bidding about $94 million. Both figures exceeded what was financially feasible, prompting…
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…important boost to taxi operators, tour providers, restaurants, retailers and many other local businesses, “It will also help create greater economic stability and support employment during what has traditionally been a slower season.”
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…ns across the region. The court and equipment were officially received by Chairman of the Local Organising Committee, Mr. Eustace “Boss” Freeman, while installation was completed by former national basketball player and coach Mr. Keith “88” Malone, whose contr…
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