Carifta 53 Day 1: 4 finalists, no medals
ST. GEORGE’S, Grenada - Four athletes representing the Virgin Islands (VI) made it to the finals on the first day of the 53rd Carifta Games on Saturday, April 4, 2026; however, the athletes fell short of medalling.
Rise & Shine Tramp kick off 2026 VG Easter Festival
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI - The streets were alive with energy as the Rise & Shine Tramp kicked off the weekend activities for the 2026 Virgin Gorda Easter Festival early this morning, Saturday, April 4, 2026.
CIBC's support 'meets a measurable difference'- Gloria Fahie
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—President of the BVI Cancer Society, Gloria Fahie, has emphasised that the financial contributions from First Caribbean International Bank (CIBC) have consistently provided essential support to cancer patients and their families.
USVI: Pastor faces life for minor transport, unlawful sexual contact
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St. Thomas, USVI- A St. Thomas pastor and youth leader is facing federal and local charges in a case alleging that he transported a minor to different locations for unlawful sexual contact over a period spanning from 2023 into 2025, according to a charging information that lays out multiple alleged incidents, including trips from church to Lindquist Beach and from school to church.
6 new police vehicles for RVIPF
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has received a boost in improving its ability to serve the public with the addition of six new police vehicles.
Gov’t through RDA to inject over $12M in local economy- Anthony S. McMaster
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The government of the Virgin Islands (VI), through the Virgin Islands Recovery Development Agency (RDA), is expected to inject millions into the local economy this year.
Let's Build VI launched to put Virgin Islanders at centre of national development
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC), in partnership with the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, today officially launched the Let’s Build VI National Scholarship Programme, a landmark national initiative designed to equip Virgin Islanders with the skills, qualifications, and confidence needed to build, serve, and sustain the future of the Territory.
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The sacred privilege of citizenship cannot be handed out willy nilly
By Dickson C. Igwe
The adoption of a national ID card was the recommendation from the previous story on migration as a means of enforcing better control of migration, and law and order in the jurisdiction.
'Easter is a time for pause & reflection’- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Premier of the Virgin Islands, Dr. the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), has encouraged Virgin Islanders to use this Easter weekend as a time for pause and reflection.
‘I try to do a decent job’- Gov. Daniel Pruce
THE SETTLEMENT, Anegada, VI- Governor Daniel Pruce sat down for an interview with Lawrence A. Kirton-Wheatley, aka ‘Bunchie’, on the latest episode of his podcast ‘Too Inquisitive’, which aired on March 31, 2026.
USVI: Cargo costs to rise as Tropical & Crowley raise fuel charges
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St. Thomas, USVI- New fuel surcharges from Tropical Shipping and Crowley are set to raise cargo costs into the U.S. Virgin Islands, as the war that began with U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran continues to disrupt the Strait of Hormuz, drive oil above $100 a barrel and trigger emergency responses from governments around the world.
'We can't fish in our own waters?'- Skelton-Cline on the Stoutt's arrest
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI– Host of Honestly Speaking, Pastor Claude O. Skelton-Cline, has criticised the justice system, calling it “unjust and unreasonable", following the arrest and charges brought against well-known local fishermen Albert Stoutt and his sons Andrew and Zacchari on Friday, March 20, 2026, for alleged illegal fishing.
Kyle Kabel arrested following routine patrol on VG
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- A Virgin Gorda man has been arrested and charged following the recovery of a firearm and a quantity of suspected cannabis during routine patrol on Virgin Gorda.
OneMart Supermarket on Virgin Gorda opened
SPANISH TOWN, Virgin Gorda, VI- OneMart Supermarket officially opened its Virgin Gorda location on Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
Long time VI resident DR national Ramon Rosa De La Rosa passes
LONG BUSH, Tortola, VI- After making the Virgin Islands (VI) his home for over thirty years and originally from the Dominican Republic (DR), longtime resident Ramon Rosa De La Rosa, aka ‘Yellow man’ or ‘Centinela’, has died.
USVI: Martinez renews bid to overturn conviction
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St. Thomas, USVI- Former Police Commissioner Ray Martinez is once again asking the District Court of the Virgin Islands to overturn the December, 2025 decision of a jury convicting him of five counts of honest services wire fraud, federal program bribery, money laundering conspiracy, and obstruction of justice.
New LIA system launched to strengthen the VI financial sector
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands has taken essential steps to align its financial sector with international standards by launching a new system.
Team VI departed for Carifta 53 in Grenada
TRELLIS BAY, Beef Island, VI- The 2026 Virgin Islands (VI) Carifta 53 Team left for Grenada on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, ahead of the games.
Hon Hodge-Smith encouraged by participation in RT Roundabout Competition
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Road Town Partnership National Monument Design Competition for the Road Town Roundabout has concluded, receiving 25 submissions by the deadline.
Premier Wheatley saddened by Chandrikapersad Santokhi's death
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Government and the people of the Virgin Islands stand in sympathy with Suriname and the wider Caribbean Community as they mourn the passing of H.E. Chandrikapersad Santokhi, the 9th President of the Republic of Suriname (2020–2025).
KM Construction awarded contract for work @ Dr D. Orlando Smith Hospital
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A contract for Roof and Lightning Protection System Repairs to the Dr D. Orlando Smith Hospital and Annex Buildings between the Virgin Islands Recovery Development Agency (RDA) and KM Construction.
Skelton-Cline accuses white resident billionaires of not helping VI
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Host of Honestly Speaking, Pastor Claude O. Skelton-Cline, has accused white United Kingdom (UK) nationals and billionaires residing in the Virgin Islands (VI) of not doing more to help in the advancement of the VI.
Approved public bus services commences in RT
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Ministry of Communications and Works, in collaboration with the Taxi and Livery Commission and the Tortola Bus Drivers Association, has announced the launch of approved public bus services operating across key routes on Tortola.
Adaejah T. Hodge sets new 400M NR
CORAL GABLES, Florida, USA- Virgin Islands sprinter Adaejah T. Hodge set a new 400 meters National Record at the recent Hurricane Invitational in Florida with a time of 51.24 seconds.
Being Governor is ‘a job I’ve always wanted’- Gov Daniel Pruce
THE SETTLEMENT, Anegada, VI- Governor Daniel Pruce has said being Governor is a job he’s always wanted.
Plans to enhance health care on Jost van Dyke underway- PS Tasha K. Bertie
GREAT HARBOUR, Jost van Dyke, VI- Ms Tasha K. Bertie, Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Health and Social Development, has announced significant plans to improve health care delivery on Jost van Dyke.
I believe ‘deeply in the future of' the VI- Student Premier Designate Roman N. Alberto
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Roman Nibbs Alberto, a 17-year-old 12th-grade student of the Elmore Stoutt High School (ESHS), has emerged as the winner of the Premier for a Week initiative, with his video generating the most likes and shares.
Seriene Maduro is 2026 VG Cultural Food Fair honouree
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI – The Virgin Gorda community will honour Mrs Seriene Maduro at the 2026 Cultural Food Fair for her decades of service, entrepreneurial excellence, and unwavering dedication to preserving and uplifting the island's culture.
Barrier system developed for roadside use under RATED programme
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Registration, Apprenticeship, Training, Employment and Development (RATED) programme moves into a new phase under the direction of Hon Stacy R. Mather, MBE, (AL).
Sudden Death: Police Constable Dikembe Vanterpool passes
CANE GARDEN BAY, Tortola, VI- A Police Constable, stationed at the Cane Garden Bay Police Station, has died suddenly, today, Monday, March 30, 2026.
VI’s Guillaume Parkins & James Ramprashad officiating Dallas Cup matches
DALLAS, Texas, USA- BVI Football Association (BVIFA) match officials, Guillaume Parkins and James Ramprashad, have been selected to represent the Virgin Islands (VI) and participate in the 2026 Concacaf Advanced Referee Coaching program.
A phenomenal end to 2026 BVI Spring Regatta
NANNY CAY, VI- Despite mixed conditions with shifts and gusts to 20, temperatures in the 80s, the 53rd BVI Spring Regatta and Sailing Festival concluded with day 3 on Sunday, March 29, 2026, successfully.
USVI: Over 100 rounds fired in early-morning shooting leaving 2 hospitalised
VI CONSORTIUM
ST. PERTER'S REST, St. Croix, USVI- An early-morning burst of heavy gunfire in Peter’s Rest on Sunday sent police to the scene and left two people hospitalised with gunshot wounds, according to the Virgin Islands Police Department (VIPD), which said the shooting remains under investigation.
UPDATE: VI beat Anguilla 4-0 in final international friendly in Cayman Islands
GEORGE TOWN, Cayman Islands- The Virgin Islands’ (VI) Senior Men’s Football Team has won their second match in a two-game international friendly series against Anguilla in the Cayman Islands.
A mural of old Road Town to be erected under RTP- Luce D. Hodge-Smith
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – A new project under the Road Town Partnership (RTP) initiative has begun. The project features a mural that will depict the historic Old Road Town. This initiative aims to promote the Virgin Islands' rich history and is being funded by a private sector investor.
Athletics Association to receive additional $100K from Gov’t- Hon Sharie B. de Castro
DUFF’S BOTTOM, Tortola, VI- BVI Athletics Association (BVIAA) will receive an additional $100,000 from the government of the Virgin Islands (VI) to support its participation in the 2026 Carifta Games and other sporting activities throughout the year.
Shackema Baptiste-Henry & Kimberly A. Herbert the newest Mrs BVI queens
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Shackema Baptiste-Henry and Kimberly A. Herbert were crowned Mrs BVI Curve and Mrs BVI Globe, respectively, at a coronation ceremony and fundraising dinner at Maria's By the Sea on Saturday, March 28, 2026.
Tricky weather matched with quick thinking on Day 2 of racing @ 2026 BVI Spring Regatta
NANNY CAY, VI- Day 2 of racing at the 2026 BVI Spring Regatta saw very changeable weather conditions and quick thinking by the race committee to ensure great racing on Saturday, March 28, 2026.
USVI: No Kings protest draws crowd on St Croix
VI CONSORTIUM
FEDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- St Croix residents joined the nationwide No Kings Protest on Saturday, March 28, 2026, part of a coordinated day of demonstrations in over 3,200 communities across all 50 states against what organisers call authoritarianism, mass deportations and military escalation.
CIBC sets $100K goal for BVI Cancer Society; Raised $75K in 2025
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- First Caribbean International Bank (CIBC) has announced a whopping new fundraising target of $100,000 for the BVI Cancer Society.
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