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New minimum wage takes effect November 30, 2024
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The new minimum wage of $8.50 per hour for the Virgin Islands (VI) will officially come into effect on Saturday, November 30, 2024.
Premier Wheatley attends several meetings while on JMC assignment in UK
LONDON, England, United Kingdom- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley is currently in the United Kingdom (UK) for the Joint Ministerial Council (JMC), the first with the UK’s new Labour government.
MSC Virtuosa’s inaugural call to the Virgin Islands
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Territory welcomed the inaugural call of the MSC Virtuosa, on Wednesday, November 20, 2024.
Horse racing the forgotten sports in VI
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- After some three years of no horse racing (last race was in 2021) on Tortola and the Ellis Thomas Downs land negotiations at a standstill, it appears horse racing- a big pastime and something that has been ingrained in the Virgin Islands' culture- is forgotten.
Man living in 'old pickup truck' on Tortola makes desperate cry for help
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Ronni A. Frazar Santana has been living and working in the Virgin Islands, his father’s homeland, for the past five years but is now in dire need of assistance with housing, food, and medication.
The church & people of faith 'have failed' the VI-Pastor Skelton-Cliine
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Commentator and pastor Mr Claude O. Skelton-Cline has said the church and people of faith have failed the Virgin Islands (VI).
'We planned to start these works weeks ago'- Hon Rymer on road works
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- “We greatly appreciate your cooperation and patience as we strive to improve our infrastructure," Minister for Communications and Works Honourable Kye M. Rymer (R5) has stated regarding road works across Tortola.
Pier Park vendors trained 'to exceed guest expectations'
WICKHAM'S CAY I, Tortola, VI- Tortola Pier Park Ltd (TPPL) has hailed as a success the "STAND OUT: Elevate Your Sales, Connect & Engage" training session held in collaboration with Lemoneight, and the BVI Tourist Board on Friday, November 15, 2024 at BVI Finance conference room.
HLSCC to host transfer week in collaboration with Missouri Southern State University
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI – The H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) is set to host a dynamic Transfer Week from November 20-22, 2024, providing students with opportunities to explore further education pathways and connect with representatives from Missouri Southern State University (MSSU).
Smith’s Ferry Services welcomes new vessel- I Legend
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Smith’s Ferry Services Limited is boasting the arrival of its newest ferry- ‘I Legend’, which officially joined its fleet on Monday, November 18, 2024.
Hosts VI sweep St Croix Flyballers in Tropical Netball Tournament
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands Netball Team continued its upward climb in the sport last weekend when they hosted St Croix Flyballers Netball Club of the US Virgin Islands at Multi-Purpose Sports Complex.
Is Daniel Pruce a rogue Governor? Overrides decision of PSC & NSC
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- In some circles in the Virgin Islands, good governance only applies to locals but appears never to the Governor and his office or even the UK Police Commissioner (CoP) Mark Collins.
Virgin Islands Retired Public Officers Association formed; Pete S. Smith is President
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI— With the aim of empowering retired civil servants to continue making meaningful contributions while enjoying their post-service years, the Virgin Islands Retired Public Officers Association (VIRPOA) has officially been formed.
Road works begin in SCB
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- Works to resurface the roads in Sea Cows Bay have begun, although presenting a traffic nightmare during rush hours.
No need for VI’S own helicopter- J. Phil Aspinall
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI— Mr J. Phil Aspinall of the Virgin Islands Search and Rescue (VISAR) has said there is no need for a rescue helicopter in the Virgin Islands (VI).
Ilma makes inaugural call to the Virgin Islands
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI– The Territory welcomed the inaugural call of the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection’s Ilma to Virgin Gorda on Tuesday, November 19, 2024.
David D. Archer Jr is Acting Governor from Nov 17-22, 2024
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Deputy Governor Mr David D. Archer, Jr is acting in the Office of Governor from November 17 to 22 November 2024.
Hon Smith to launch Territory wide 'cleanup' programme in December
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- With the development of vibrant, clean and healthy communities being a priority of Opposition Member Hon Lorna G. Smith, OBE (AL), the former Deputy Premier has announced she will be launching the Roots to Resilience: Together We Thrive Programme in December.
USVI: Spirit Airlines Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
VI CONSORTIUM
NEW YORK, New York, USA- Spirit Airlines, Inc., a prominent low-cost carrier with multiple weekly flights to the U.S. Virgin Islands, has officially filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in a New York court, listing assets and liabilities valued between $1 billion and $10 billion.
Skillful Ballers Sr & Ice Connection 1-1 in VG Summer Jam Championships
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- Skillful Ballers Sr of Tortola drew first blood when the Best of Five A Division Championship Series in the VG Summer Jam League tipped off at Jeffrey Caines Area in Virgin Gorda on Friday, November 15, 2024, however, home side Ice Connection bounced back to level the series on Saturday, November 16, 2024.
About 4000 diabetics in VI- Hon Vincent O. Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—According to the Minister for Health and Social Development, Honourable Vincent O. Wheatley (R9), about four thousand people in the Virgin Islands (VI) currently suffer from diabetes.
Squash legend Nick Matthew OBE to participate in Meridian Masters tournament in VI
PASEA ESTATE, Tortola, VI- 3 Time World Champion, 3 Time Commonwealth Games Gold Medallist and former World No.1 Nick Matthew, OBE will display his world class skills when Tortola Sports Club hosts the 32nd Annual Meridian Masters Squash Tournament from November 22-24, 2024.
David Lim defends BVI Half Marathon title; 6th win for Katrina Lindsay
SMUGGLERS COVE, Tortola, VI- David Lim turned back the challenge of athletes like regular road racers Julius Farley and Jermaine A. Ricketts to win the Deloitte/Ogier BVI Half Marathon for the second year in a row on Saturday, November 16, 2024.
2 men arrested on ferry to VG last evening November 16, 2024
TRELLIS BAY, Beef Island, VI- It was sometime after 9:10 PM, Saturday, November 16, 2024, on a ferry filled with passengers leaving from Trellis Bay to Virgin Gorda that members of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) carried out a sting operation.
USVI: 83-year-old dies after collision on Queen Mary Highway
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- An 83-year-old man has died from injuries sustained after being struck by a vehicle on Queen Mary Highway near the Target Service Station on Tuesday evening, November 12, 2024, at 6:04 p.m.
'Reimagined' Peter Island Resort to reopen December 1, 2024
PETER ISLAND, VI- Peter Island Resort, the largest private island resort in the Virgin Islands, has announced it will be reopening on December 1, 2024.
Peter Haycraft T10 Cricket Final postponed due to ‘unsafe’ playfield
GREENLAND, Tortola, VI- The Peter Haycraft T10 Cricket Tournament Finals scheduled for today, Sunday, November 17, 2024, at Greenland Grounds, have been postponed.
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2 USVI men arrested at sea
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Two men have been charged with Possession of a Prohibited Weapon and Unlawful Possession of Explosives after being intercepted at sea by police.
2024 Boat Show ends with Awards Dinner
NANNY CAY, Tortola, VI- The 2024 BVI Boat Show concluded last evening, Friday, November 16, 2024, with an Awards Dinner.
USVI: Election results certified; voter turnout tops 51%
VI CONSORTIUM
CHRISTIANSTED, St. Croix, USVI- Official results for elections in the territory were released on Friday, November 15, 2024, by the Election Systems of the Virgin Islands.
VI placed 7th @ first OECS Swimming Championships in 6 years
RIBISHI, St. Vincent and the Grenadines- The BVI Swimming Federation placed seventh overall in the recently concluded Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Swimming Championships which took place at the Shrewsbury Aquatic Center in St. Vincent and the Grenadines.
The VIP has practiced ‘leaving no district behind’- Former Speaker Willock
FISH BAY, Tortola, VI- Former Speaker of the House of Assembly and businessman Julian Willock said the ruling Virgin Islands Party (VIP) Government has not left any opposition members’ district behind.
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The Donald Trump Dollar
By Dickson C Igwe
The USA has moved hard right with the victory of Donald Trump and the Republican Party.
Road Town Jetty mural unveiled
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Road Town Jetty Mural was unveiled on Friday, November 15, 2024, by the BVI Ports Authority (BVIPA).
Fraser to act as Premier after joining government a few weeks ago
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) is currently away from the Virgin Islands to attend the Joint Ministerial Council (JMC) meetings in the United Kingdom.
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MSSU delegation to visit HLSCC next week
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- A delegation from the Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) will arrive in the Virgin Islands (VI) for a visit to H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) next week.
BVIEC investing in a workforce that will take over in next 10 years- Dr Neil M. Smith
LONG BUSH, Tortola, VI- “What we are doing right now is we actually are developing or investing in a workforce that will be taking over the organisation, or leading the organisation in maybe the next 10 years or so,” General Manager of BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) Dr Neil M. Smith stated at a press conference on Thursday, November 14, 2024, to give details on BVIEC’s first ever career exposition.
The Opposition is ‘not going to get together’- Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Commentator and pastor Mr Claude O. Skelton-Cline believes a unity government needs to be formed because it is in the best interest of the country.
Tola Radio remains off air; Owner accuses CCT of attacking the business
FAT HOGS BAY, Tortola, VI- Tola Radio VI 100.5 FM has been off the air for fourteen days, and Managing Director Mr Floyd P. Burnett aka ‘Heritage’ is calling on the public to stand with the radio station as it is now engaged in a legal battle with Caribbean Cellular Telephone Limited (CCT).
Waste oil eyesore near Crafts Alive promptly cleaned up
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- An eyesore consisting of waste oil at dumpsters near Crafts Alive, a highly trafficked area for tourists, was quickly resolved, according to Director of Waste Management Mr Marcus E. Solomon.
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