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April 24th, 2025
HLSCC harnesses technology to protect VI reefs with 'digital reefs' initiative

PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- The H. Lavity Stoutt Community College’s (HLSCC) Centre for Applied Marine Studies (CAMS) recently completed an exciting new project aimed at bolstering the Territory’s capacity to monitor and research coral reefs using advanced imaging technology.

April 23rd, 2025
VI welcomes home its triumphant CARIFTA 2025 contingent

BEEF ISLAND, VI—The Virgin Islands (VI) welcomed home its CARIFTA 2025 athletes— the Advent Heartbeat Drum Corps, and the BVI Chess Club—during a modest ceremony held Tuesday, 23 April, 2025, attended by government leaders, sports administrators, families, and well-wishers.

April 23rd, 2025
Carlene Herbert In! Scherrie N. Griffin Out! as Supervisor of Elections

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Ms Carlene Herbert has been appointed Supervisor of Elections effective March 10, 2025, replacing Scherrie N. Griffin, who has transitioned to the Attorney General’s Chambers.

April 23rd, 2025
Death of Pope: Premier Wheatley extends condolences to Catholics

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has extended condolences to Catholics in the Virgin Islands, following the passing of Pope Francis on April 21, 2025.

April 23rd, 2025
Jacqueline E. Vanterpool says she has not yet reapplied for CoP position

FISH BAY, Tortola, VI- Acting Commissioner of Police (CoP) Jacqueline E. Vanterpool has said she has not yet reapplied for the CoP position.

April 23rd, 2025
BVICC ready to be empowered as ‘watchdog of our nation’

VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- “We are ready to be empowered to continue our assignment as the ‘watchdog of our nation and the conscience of our community, which was given to us by our Lord Jesus Christ,” the BVI Christian Council (BVICC) has declared ahead of the installation service for its new executive committee.

April 23rd, 2025
119 Naturalised as British Overseas Territories Citizens

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- 119 persons are now British Overseas Territories Citizens following two ceremonies held at Government House on March 25 and 28, 2025.

April 23rd, 2025
HLSCC's 2nd Fulbright Scholar Dr Hope K. McCoy is 'a different type of instructor'

PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI – The H. Lavity Stoutt Community College's (HLSCC) second Fulbright Scholar-in-Residence, Dr Hope K. McCoy, a distinguished global scholar and Stanford University lecturer, is already creating ripples of marked intellectual exchange across the institution and territory.

April 23rd, 2025
Without expats, the VI would turn into a ‘slum’- Hon Turnbull

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Opposition Member Hon Melvin M. Turnbull (R2) has said the Virgin Islands (VI) of today exists because of expats' contributions towards nation building.

April 22nd, 2025
VG sees 'youthful' Easter Monday Parade

VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- The 2025 edition of the Virgin Gorda Easter Monday Parade appeared to be the changing of the guards, as it was more of a youthful parade on April 21, 2025.

April 22nd, 2025
'We have a plan' how to better pay health workers- Hon Vincent O. Wheatley

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Minister for Health and Social Development Hon Vincent O. Wheatley (R9) has said he has heard the cries of staff within the health sector for better pay.

April 22nd, 2025
CoI related scrutiny delaying Anegada land distribution- Hon Fraser

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI— “The government of the Virgin Islands’ policy is to make land available to every citizen as long as it's available, and Anegadians are no exception. We are making the land available to you."

April 22nd, 2025
'Child abuse continues to plague the VI'- Constable Tresan R. Sharpe

BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- The prevalence of child abuse in the Virgin Islands (VI) continues to be an issue.

April 22nd, 2025
Andre Ollivierre is the winner of Lions Club of Tortola car raffle

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Andre Ollivierre was the name pulled when the Lions Club of Tortola held its Grand Car Raffle Draw on Wickham's Cay I, at the Guyanese Association of the BVI’s Easter Monday Funday, on April 21, 2025.

April 21st, 2025
Tiondre Frett wins silver in 200m @ 2025 CARIFTA Games

PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad & Tobago- Tiondre Frett has won another medal for the Virgin Islands (VI) at the 2025 CARIFTA Games.

April 21st, 2025
Jah'Kyla Morton wins U20 High Jump bronze @ 2025 CARIFTA Games

PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad & Tobago- Jah'Kyla Morton has won the Virgin Islands' second medal at the 2025 CARIFTA Games being held at Hasely Crawford Stadium in Trinidad and Tobago.

April 22nd, 2025
Surviving the tariff war & growing our nation

Alred C. Frett

Placing the Blame Where Blame is Due

There’s so much drama about Tariffs and Trade Wars that we are overwhelmed by the noise and find it difficult to decide whether to stay focused on the shiny external Objects, or look at our own problems with the intent of doing the best we can with our limited resources… In this evolving tragedy, no one can predict the end, so each step we take may be the end of one drama and the beginning of another.

April 21st, 2025
Ciboney Center for Excellence received $1K Hon Ralph T. O’Neal Hat Parade grand prize

VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- The annual Hon Ralph T. O’Neal Hat Parade’s grand prize of one thousand dollars was donated to the Ciboney Center for Excellence.

April 21st, 2025
VI’s Asha A.S Hyndman cops Miss UVI title

JOHN BREWERS BAY, St. Thomas, USVI- The Virgin Islands’ (VI) very own Miss Asha A.S Hyndman walked away yesterday, Sunday, April 20, 2025, with the title of Miss University of the Virgin Islands (UVI).

April 21st, 2025
Ferry operators to be engaged as airport expansion certain- Hodge-Smith

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—The Government of the Virgin Islands is firmly committed to the extension of the Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport. The anticipated development will proceed despite concerns raised by ferry operators about its potential adverse impact on their businesses.

April 21st, 2025
Pope Francis dies aged 88

VATICAN CITY, Rome, Italy- The 266th pope in the Catholic Church's history, Pope Francis, who made history as the first Latin American papal leader and was considered to have a more progressive approach than his conservative predecessors, died Monday, April 21, 2025, the Vatican confirmed. He was 88.

April 20th, 2025
‘I feel like a celebrity’- 2025 VG Easter Festival Honouree Berton Creque

VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- 2025 Virgin Gorda Easter Festival Honouree Mr Berton Creque was described as a real community man and a cultural pillar at the opening of the festival on April 19, 2025 at the Berton Creque Festiville in Virgin Gorda (VG).

April 20th, 2025
‘Easter is about love, forgiveness & compassion’- Premier Wheatley

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- “As we head into the Easter weekend—a special time for many who celebrate this season—let’s remember that Easter is about love, forgiveness, and compassion.”

April 20th, 2025
USVI: Commission denies track oversight caused horse deaths @ Clinton E. Phipps Racetrack

VI CONSORTIUM

ESTATE BOVONI, St Thomas, USVI- Members of the St Thomas-St John Horse Racing Commission used their meeting, Wednesday, April 16, 2025, to respond to claims made in a January article published by a local media outlet, which linked the deaths of multiple horses during December 22 races at the Clinton E. Phipps Racetrack to a lack of oversight and unregulated doping.

April 20th, 2025
Construction, marine & agricultural technology to be introduced in high schools- Hon de Castro

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI— The Government of the Virgin Islands is moving to expand senior secondary education opportunities, with a focus on construction technology, marine technology, and modern agricultural practices. This was announced by Minister for Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, Honourable Sharie B. de Castro (AL), during the Virgin Islands Voice broadcast aired on April 16, 2025.

April 20th, 2025
Tiondre Frett wins 100m silver for VI @ 2025 CARIFTA Games

PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad & Tobago- Tiondre Frett of the Virgin Islands has medalled once again at the CARIFTA Games.

April 19th, 2025
6.4% boost in overnight visitors for Q1- Premier Wheatley

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Overnight visitor arrivals to the Territory climbed to 106,750 in the first quarter of 2025, compared to 100,319 during the same period in 2024, representing a 6.4% increase for the Virgin Islands.

April 19th, 2025
The Stone is Rolled Away Gospel Concert brings Easter Spirit to VG

VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- The United Churches of Virgin Gorda held a Gospel Concert on Friday, April 18, 2025, welcoming the Easter celebrations on the sister island.

April 19th, 2025
Senior Men’s National Team @ training camp in Anguilla

THE VALLEY, Anguilla- The BVI Senior Men’s National Football Team is currently in Anguilla for a training camp.

April 19th, 2025
VI doesn’t need saving by UK- Bishop John I. Cline

CANE GARDEN BAY, Tortola, VI- Bishop John I. Cline has warned that the Virgin Islands (VI) does not need to be saved by the United Kingdom (UK) as they try to gain more power through the Office of the Governor.

April 19th, 2025
Flags, paint, powder & water ring in VG Rise & Shine Tramp

VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- Rise & Shine Tramp kicked off the weekend activities of the Virgin Gorda Easter Festival early this morning, Saturday, April 19, 2025.

April 18th, 2025
UPDATE: Alcohol permitted to be sold from 6:00 PM- RVIPF

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- After initially stating that businesses that sell alcohol were not permitted to open on Good Friday, today, April 18, 2025, and were also not allowed to open until 3:00 pm on Sunday, April 19, 2025, the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has retracted.

April 18th, 2025
VI & ACS discuss necessity of closer cooperation

SANTIAGO, Chile, SA- Virgin Islands Special Envoy Mr E. Benito Wheatley and Secretary General of the Association of Caribbean States (ACS) H.E. Ambassador Noemí Espinoza Madrid have discussed the necessity of closer cooperation between the countries and territories of the Caribbean Basin to ensure the continued growth and development of Latin American and the Caribbean as dramatic shifts in international trade policy send shockwaves throughout the region.

April 18th, 2025
Roadworks to increase in 2nd/3rd quarter of 2025- Hon Rymer

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Minister for Communications and Works Hon Kye M. Rymer (R5) has said that while the funds are available for roadworks territory-wide, there is a process and work will be amped up in the second or third quarter of 2025.

April 18th, 2025
This week we feature Young Professional Kia S. Smith

By Marlon G. Eleazer

“Believe in yourself, even when others don’t fully understand your vision. Your dreams were given to you for a reason. Whether you want to be a lash tech, a doctor, a chef, or an entrepreneur, go after it with everything you’ve got. It won’t always be easy, but consistency, passion, and hard work will take you far. Don’t wait for the ‘perfect time’ to start—begin where you are, with what you have. And remember, success isn’t just about money or fame."

April 18th, 2025
Skelton-Cline calls for Independence Referendum @ 2027 Elections

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI— The question of independence for the Virgin Islands (VI) must be put to the people in a national referendum at the next general elections in 2027, former government consultant Pastor Claude O. Skelton-Cline said on his radio programme Honestly Speaking on ZBVI 780 AM on April 15, 2025.

April 17th, 2025
Female in critical condition following motorcycle accident

FISH BAY, Tortola, VI- A woman was seriously injured in a motorcycle accident on Tortola earlier today, Thursday, April 17, 2025.

April 17th, 2025
'Come together & stand for the good of the country'- Bishop John I. Cline

CANE GARDEN BAY, Tortola, VI- Bishop John I. Cline has said the government will need the support of the public, now that the second volume of the law enforcement review by His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS) has been released.

April 17th, 2025
‘We not hearing much bragadam when we drive these days'- Premier

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Speaking on Virgin Islands Voice on April 16, 2025, Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has commended his Minister for Communications and Works, Hon Kye M. Rymer (R5) for the progress he has made with addressing the state of the roads in the territory.

April 17th, 2025
USVI: Clinton E. Phipps Racetrack redevelopment 95% complete

VI CONSORTIUM

ESTATE BOVONI, St Thomas, USVI- On Wednesday, April 16, 2025, David Edmond — developer's representative on behalf of Southland Gaming — presented to the Virgin Islands Horse Racing Commission for St Thomas/St John what he anticipates will be the “last full update of the project before we have our completion and turnover.”

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