AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoCaribbean Week in New York: Tourism ministers and commissioners from across the region, including the British Virgin Islands and U.S. Virgin Islands, are set to gather Monday, June 1 at InterContinental New York Times Square for CTO’s “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences,” with Governor Albert Bryan Jr. and BVI Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley leading the opening events. Caribbean Marketing Conference: Henry Harteveldt will keynote the June 3 conference, focusing on airline trends and how Caribbean destinations can strengthen air connectivity. BVI Culture Spotlight: Take Over Tent (TOT) marks its 45th anniversary in Lucian Carnival spirit, pushing the message that calypso isn’t “for a season.” Pageant Watch: Miss BVI 2026 contestants were revealed Friday, with the crown ceremony set for Aug. 2 and an $80,000 four-year scholarship returning as top prize. Local Community & Safety: A machete was allegedly brandished during a RiteWay customer brawl in Pasea; no injuries reported. Power & Infrastructure: Total blackouts hit St. Thomas and St. John twice this weekend, tied to generation loss, as residents push for faster fixes. Health Facility Upgrade: A $463,087 contract was signed for renovations to the Major Peebles Wing clinics’ lobby at Dr. D. Orlando Smith Hospital. Sports: BVI Basketball League action continues with eight games scheduled at the Multi-Purpose Sports Complex in Road Town.
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