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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 this British overseas territory in the Caribbean.
Crime - The BVI Beacon
Trio charged for $34m coke find. Police arrested and charged three fishermen last Thursday night after helping to intercept a “suspicious vessel” carrying suspected cocaine believed to be worth more than $34 million, they said. The …. by The BVI Beacon. May 23, 2024.
COVID-19 - The BVI Beacon
Feb 16, 2023 · The Ministry of Health and Social Development reported three more Covid-19-related deaths last Thursday, bringing the territory’s total to 61. The ministry said the deceased were a 91-year-old woman and …. by ZARRIN TASNIM AHMED. February 7, 2022.
Classifieds - The BVI Beacon
CLASSIFIEDS (July 25, 2024) For rent Unfurnished Studio Apartment located in Nottingham Estate, East End, Tortola is available for rent. Asking price: $600.00 monthly. Persons interested may call 544-8361/442-7769. Semi-furnished One bedroom apartment for …. by BVI Beacon.
Local News - The BVI Beacon
Countries from across the Americas have elected the Virgin Islands to serve in a leadership role in the United Nations body responsible for advancing the Caribbean’s economic and social development. …. “Virgin Islands takes leadership role in regional UN body”. by The BVI Beacon. October 29, 2024.
Sports - The BVI Beacon
Sailors to compete in Boxing Day regatta. The Loyal West End Yacht Club will host the North Sound Boxing Day Regatta on December 26-28 for the first time. The three-day pursuit regatta will start Saturday in Road …. by BVI Beacon. November 25, 2020.
About Us - The BVI Beacon
Dec 18, 2017 · 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.
Inquiry - The BVI Beacon
Commission of Inquiry cost government more than $8 million. The Virgin Islands government has paid out more than $8 million in responding to the United Kingdom-led Commission of Inquiry, most of which went toward covering legal fees, Premier Dr. …. “Commission of Inquiry cost government more than $8 million”.
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 a few ...
BVIEC - The BVI Beacon
The BVI Electricity Corporation is implementing an initiative to bring solar energy to more Virgin Islands households, Communications and Works Minister Kye Rymer announced during a press conference last Thursday. …