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Registered And Licensed Electricians To Close Off Inspections For 2014

Tuesday, 9 December 2014 - 9:30am

The Electrical Inspection Unit is advising all registered and licensed Electricians that the close off dates for carrying out electrical/mechanical inspections for the remainder of the year is Wednesday, December 17 on the sister islands and Friday, December 19 on Tortola.

Inspections will resume on Monday, January 5, 2015.

For more information call the Electrical Inspection Unit at 468-3603 or 468-3604.

Elmore Stoutt High School Hosts 2014 Fair And Fundraiser

Monday, 8 December 2014 - 3:45pm

The principal, staff and students of the Elmore Stoutt High School invite the public to their annual school fair and exhibition this Thursday, December 11 from 9 a.m. until 3:30 p.m.  Lots of food and drinks will be on sale including a sweet tooth booth and a drink stall.

De Castro Street Closed To Facilitate Christmas Street Fair

Friday, 5 December 2014 - 3:15pm

The Ministry of Communications and Works is notifying the public that De Castro Street will be reopened on Sunday, December 7 at 8:00 a.m.

The purpose of the road closure is to facilitate the 16th Annual Celebration of Christmas on Main Street.  Motorists are asked to use alternate routes during this time.

The ministry apologises for any inconvenience caused.

Public Works Department Heavy Equipment To Be On Public Display

Thursday, 4 December 2014 - 4:30pm

The Ministry of Communications and Works is informing the public that the new heavy equipment purchased for the Public Works Department will be on display for the public to view at the Festival Grounds on Friday, December 5 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

There will be experts on site who will explain the functions and benefits of the equipment.  The equipment on display will include an Asphalt Distributor Trailer, an Asphalt Paver, a ten ton Roller, a Cold Milling Machine and two Skid Steer Loaders.

All are encouraged to come out and view the display.

Blackburn Highway East End To Be Partially Closed From December 6

Thursday, 4 December 2014 - 4:30pm

The Ministry of Communications and Works is informing the public that the Blackburn Highway in East End from the Methodist Church at Chapel Hill to the Beef Island Bridge will be partially closed from Saturday, December 6 to vehicular traffic.  One lane will be opened to allow for traffic.

The purpose of this closure is to facilitate the rehabilitation of the road in that area.  Motorists should exercise extreme caution when traversing the area and are also encouraged to seek alternative routes.  Motorists should expect heavy traffic delays in the area. 

Honourable Walwyn To Hold Office Hours On Virgin Gorda December 9

Wednesday, 3 December 2014 - 2:45pm

Minister for Education and Culture Honourable Myron V. Walwyn is informing the Virgin Gorda community that he will hold office hours on Virgin Gorda this Tuesday, December 9 at the Vanterpool Administration Building from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Planning Meeting For Physical Education Teachers December 9

Wednesday, 3 December 2014 - 10:00am

The Department of Education is reminding all primary school Physical Education Teachers along with the representative from each primary school, that the planning meeting for the upcoming Inter-Primary School Sports Day will be held on Tuesday, December 9.  The meeting will be held at the Student Services Conference Room located on the 3

Public Invited To Attend Jost Van Dyke School Christmas Concert

Tuesday, 2 December 2014 - 4:45pm

The Principal, staff and students of the Jost Van Dyke Primary School invite the public to their annual Christmas Concert this Sunday, December 7, at 6:00 p.m.   The festivities will be held at Foxy’s and will feature several renditions from the students under the theme, "The Spirit of Giving”. In the spirit of unity, the students of the Jost Van Dyke Pre-School will also join in the celebrations.  All are invited to attend.

Public Reminded Of U.S. FATCA Information Available Online

Tuesday, 12 November 2013 - 10:15am

The Ministry of Finance is reminding the public that information on Foreign Accounts Tax Compliance Act (FATCA) is available online at 

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