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Nov 22, 2017 · The BVI Beacon newspaper in Road Town, British Virgin Islands, publishes a weekly print edition as well as daily online news at bvibeacon.com. It focuses on local news, and also covers regional and international news of interest to …
Sports - The BVI Beacon
The 20th Leverick Bay Poker Run on Sunday was the second after the Covid-19 pandemic forced the event to take a three-year hiatus, and organisers dubbed it a success despite …
With gusts up to 85 mph, Ernesto batters Virgin Islands
Aug 14, 2024 · Shortly before growing into a Category One hurricane early this afternoon, Tropical Storm Ernesto battered the Virgin Islands with more than 12 hours of high winds and heavy rain as it passed directly over the territory last night and this morning. In its wake were downed trees, widespread power outages, obstructed roads, flood damage and
COVID-19 - The BVI Beacon
Feb 16, 2023 · Though some needy residents benefitted from the nearly $4 million in Covid-19 Assistance Grants handed out by House of Assembly members during the pandemic, others abused the programme in the …
Classifieds - The BVI Beacon
For rent Beautiful, spacious semi furnished Three Bedroom apartment (available 15 December) at Havers, Estate, Tortola. B.V.I Tele: (284) 544-9895 evenings.
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Britain is seeking a “reset” of relations with the Virgin Islands and other overseas territories, Premier Natalio “Sowande” Wheatley said following discussions in London between United Kingdom ministers and OT …
Inquiry - The BVI Beacon
Works to implement the Commission of Inquiry reforms are still progressing steadily, according to Premier Dr. Natalio “Sowande” Wheatley. As of September, 24 of 50 recommendations from last year’s COI …
About Us - The BVI Beacon
Dec 18, 2017 · The BVI Beacon. The BVI Beacon is a weekly newspaper founded in 1984 and published on the island of Tortola in the British Virgin Islands.. The first Beacon, a 12-page edition published on June 7, 1984, was produced by founders Linnell M. Abbott and her niece, Michelle Abbott, in a small house at 67 Main Street, later the location of the Dove Restaurant.
Peter Island Resort to reopen this year - The BVI Beacon
Jan 26, 2024 · After a protracted rebuild following the hurricanes of 2017, the landmark Peter Island Resort will reopen in time for the next tourism season, operators announced last week. The upmarket holiday destination has undergone a substantial rebuild in the years it has been out of action. Reservations are now being taken for stays beginning in early
Crime - The BVI Beacon
Nov 21, 2024 · Two inmates have been charged in connection with a stabbing at His Majesty’s Prison shortly after 4 p.m. on May 12, police said last week. Andreas Norford and Essadro Jefferson … A drug plane seized last August after landing at the Captain Auguste George International Airport in Anegada will ...