Inmate who stabbed prison officer had 'mental health challenges'- Prison boss
BALSAM GHUT, Tortola, VI- His Majesty's Prison (HMP) has confirmed Virgin Islands News Online's first and accurate story about a stabbing incident at the prison on March 30, 2025.
HLSCC welcomes Fulbright Scholar Dr Hope K. McCoy
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI – As part of its strategic goal to promote innovative pedagogy, the H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) has welcomed distinguished scholar, researcher and Stanford University lecturer, Dr Hope K. McCoy, as its second Fulbright Scholar.
52nd BVI Spring Regatta & Sailing Festival starts today, March 31
PEG LEGS, Nanny Cay, VI- The 52nd BVI Spring Regatta & Sailing Festival gets underway with registration today, March 31, 2025, with the Sailing Festival scheduled to start tomorrow, April 1, 2025, and the 3-day Spring Regatta on April 4, 2025.
HMP inmate Shakeel Ryan allegedly stabs prison officer
BALSAM GHUT, Tortola, VI- Sometime after 1:00 PM yesterday, Sunday, March 30, 2025, there was an altercation at His Majesty Prison in Balsam Ghut on the main island of Tortola.
Postal services have to ‘adapt or risk falling behind’ - Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—While Postal services have always been the backbone of communication and commerce, in today’s fast-evolving digital landscape, “we must adapt or risk falling behind.”
HoA continues today, March 31, 2025; No voting in of new Deputy Speaker
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Legislators in the Virgin Islands will return to the House of Assembly (HoA) today, Monday, March 31, 2025, for the continuation of the Third Sitting of the Second Session of the Fifth House of Assembly.
Hon Vincent O. Wheatley claps back @ criticisms by Hons Skelton & Penn
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Minister for Health and Social Development Hon Vincent O. Wheatley (R9) has said the issues brought up by two former Health Ministers of the territory, Hons Ronnie W. Skelton (AL) and Marlon A. Penn (R8), now Members of the Opposition, are being addressed.
UPDATE: Francis Lettsome 3-peats as Inter Primary Schools Track & Field Champs
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Francis Lettsome Primary School have achieved an impressive 3-peat at the Inter-Primary Schools Athletics Championships.
VI showcased @ Oracle San Francisco Sail Grand Prix
SAN FRANCISCO, California, USA – The ‘Sailing Capital of the Caribbean’ was properly showcased the British Virgin Islands Tourist Board & Film Commission (BVITBFC) sponsored the highly anticipated Oracle San Francisco Sail Grand Prix (SailGP), which took place from March 22- 23, 2025, at the prestigious Golden Gate Yacht Club in California.
‘BV Islanders are concerned about the incidence of cancer’- Hon Smith
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Junior Minister for Financial Services and Economic Development and Territorial At Large Mamber, Hon Lorna G. Smith, OBE has commended Minister for Health and Social Development Hon Vincent O. Wheatley (R9) for bringing the Tobacco Products Control (Amendment) Bill, 2025 to the House of Assembly, citing concerns of cancer in the territory.
VISTS needs some TLC- Hon Walwyn
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI— Newly minted Leader of the Opposition Honourable Myron V. Walwyn (R6) has said critical institutions such as the Virgin Islands School of Technical Studies (VISTS) are in dire need of investment, innovation, and visionary leadership.
Katrina Lindsay 5th in age group of World Masters Athletics Indoor 10K
ALACHUA COUNTY, Florida, USA – Reigning female road runner in the Virgin Islands, Katrina Lindsay put in an incredible performance in the 10K at the World Masters Athletics Indoor Championships in Florida, USA on March 29, 2025.
US national arrested @ airport, single round of ammo found in luggage
TRELLIS BAY, Beef Islands, VI- A national of the United States was arrested following ammunition being found in his luggage at the Terrence B. Lettsome International Airport.
Premier to lead the charge for the strengthening of gun laws
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has said he will personally champion the strengthening of the Virgin Islands (VI) gun laws.
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USVI: Homeless population reaches crisis level
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St. Thomas, USVI- The U.S. Virgin Islands is facing a deepening homelessness crisis, with emergency shelters at capacity, waitlists closed, and critical housing shortages affecting some of the territory’s most vulnerable residents. As the number of unsheltered individuals continues to grow, lawmakers and service providers are sounding the alarm over limited resources, rising demand—particularly among women with children—and the urgent need for a coordinated, territory-wide
FSC warns STABLEGROWTHCAPITAL is a fraud, stay away
PASEA ESTATE, Tortola, VI- The BVI Financial Services Commission (FSC) has issued a warning to the public that they should not conduct business with STABLEGROWTHCAPITAL.
President Trump's tariffs could affect shipping to the VI by Tropical
WASHINGTON D.C., USA- The catastrophic effects that proposed tariffs by the United States could have on American-owned shipping companies and U.S exporters and Caribbean businesses that ship with Tropical Shipping has been documented through testimony made before the U.S Trade Representative (USTR) by President and Chief Executive Officer of Tropical Shipping, Mr Tim Martin.
Make America Great: The Global Danger Of War
By Dickson C. Igwe
Has the USA gone rogue? The stories coming out of the shining city on the hill are alarming. Every morning there is news that makes the heart skip a beat.
Glock pistol & 41 rounds of ammo seized; 8 taken into custody
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Officers of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF), on Wednesday, March 25, 2025, conducted search operations at five properties linked to suspects in recent armed robberies.
Give Hons Fraser & Smith 'ultimatum' to join VIP- Skelton Cline to Premier
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- —Laced with political candour, provocative imagery, and strategic undertones, commentator and clergyman Claude O. Skelton-Cline, has called on Premier Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) to issue a blunt ultimatum to two key legislators — At-Large Representative Honourable Lorna G. Smith, OBE, and Third District Representative Honourable Julian Fraser, RA- to join the Virgin Islands Party (VIP).
VI finally has an Integrity Commission
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands (VI) finally has an Integrity Commission, almost four years after it was set to be established under the Integrity in Public Life Act, 2021.
This Week We Feature Young Professional Maat E. Penn
By Kirshena J. Joseph
Teachers play a critical role in who we become, directly and indirectly influencing many decisions we make as young people. This is what happened with Maat E. Penn, who today is one of the Virgin Islands’ (VI) music engineers.
Well known & well loved Belonger Eva Baskin passes
LAMBERT ESTATE, Tortola, VI- Well known Belonger and entrepreneur Eva Baskin, who made the Virgin Islands her home in 1986, has passed.
Words not enough to address food security in VI- Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI— In yet another fiery address on his popular radio programme Honesty Speaking, social commentator and pastor Claude O. Skelton-Cline raised urgent concerns about US Secretary of State Marco A. Rubio’s meeting with Caribbean leaders in Jamaica, warning of the potential implications for the Virgin Islands, particularly in the context of regional preparedness, economic uncertainty, and food insecurity.
Oliver Terry & Katrina Lindsay win Carey Olsen Carrot Bay 5K
CARROT BAY, Tortola, VI- Newcomer Oliver Terry and Katrina Lindsay were once again unstoppable when the 2nd race in the Carey Olsen Community 5k series was held in the scenic Carrot Bay on Saturday, March 22, 2025.
Guns entering USVI via airports & mail- Police Commissioner reveals
VI CONSORTIUM
CHRISTIANSTED, St Croix, USVI- Police Commissioner Mario M. Brooks on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, dispelled long-held rumors that guns pouring into the US Virgin Islands were coming from large containers by sea freight. Speaking during WTJX's town hall on crime, Mr Brooks revealed that the weapons were being brought in by US Virgin Islanders.
'Cyber security is the key to protecting the Virgin Islands'- Gov Pruce
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- In collaboration with the Department of Information Technology (DoIT), cyber specialists funded by the United Kingdom (UK) Government are conducting a National Cyber Security Risk Assessment (NCRA) and training programme to improve the resilience of the Virgin Islands in the event of a cyber attack.
Hon Skelton questions legitimacy of Hon Walwyn’s ‘power grab’ appointment
FISH BAY, Tortola, VI— Former Opposition Leader Honourable Ronnie W. Skelton (AL), who in confirming the reunification of the National Democratic Party (NDP) led by Honourable Marlon A. Penn (R8), has questioned the validity of the appointment of Hon Myron V. Walwyn (R6) as Opposition Leader.
New medical school will help shape healthcare in VI- Hon Vincent O. Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Minister for Health and Social Development Hon Vincent O. Wheatley (R9) has said Ponce Health Sciences University (PSHU), once opened, will shape the future of healthcare in the Virgin Islands (VI).
NDP & PVIM bury the hatchet; Reunite under NDP banner
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—In yet another seismic shift in the Virgin Islands’ political landscape, the National Democratic Party (NDP) and the Progressive Virgin Islands Movement (PVIM) have announced their reunification.
No more smoke from Pockwood Pond landfill; DWM Director credits several initiatives
POCKWOOD POND, Tortola, VI- Director of Waste Management Mr Marcus E. Solomon has credited several initiatives implemented by the Department of Waste Management (DWM) for the cessation of smoke coming from the Pockwood Pond Landfill.
'I invite every single one of them' to join Gov't- Premier Wheatley to Opposition
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—In an already politically charged atmosphere in the Territory, Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has openly invited each of the members of His Majesty's Loyal Opposition to cross the floor and join his administration.
UPDATE: Courtny Bascombe 6th in 60M Final @ World Masters Athletics Indoor
ALACHUA COUNTY, Florida, USA - In a historic moment for team Virgin Islands (VI), Courtny Bascombe finished 6th in the finals of the 60M World Masters Athletics Indoor Championships on March 25, 2025.
Contract awarded; Work begins to remove derelicts from Havers
HAVERS, Tortola, VI- The process to address the issue of derelict vehicles across the territory, including those controversially stored at Havers on Tortola, is underway.
With Opposition in disarray, Premier Wheatley urged to call snap election
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola l, VI- With the Opposition in disarray, fighting for leadership, commentator Claude O. Skelton-Cline has urged Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) to call a snap election.
Cedar International School's U19 girls place 3rd @ SoccerFeva 2025 in Jamaica
KINGSTON, Jamaica- Cedar International School's (CIS) under-19 boys and girls football teams recently participated in the American International School Kingston (AISK) SoccerFeva 2025, with the girls capturing third place.
Seven Seas Water Group awards prizes to water science project winners
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- In recognition of World Water Day, Seven Seas Water Group (SSWG) awarded the winners of the Prize for Water Science, the highest-scoring water science projects at the recently held National Science Fair.
Legislation passes to ban smoking in hotel rooms & cars with minors
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Tobacco Products Control (Amendment) Bill, 2025, was passed at the Continuation of the 3rd Sitting of the 2nd Session of the 5th House of Assembly (HoA) on March 24, 2025.
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USVI: Gov Bryan outlines next steps for racetrack reopening in St Croix
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- The government of the US Virgin Islands is forging ahead with the completion of the Randall Doc' James horseracing track, according to Governor Albert A. Bryan Jr, who addressed the issue during Monday's Government House press briefing.
Drew Farrell charged for fatal stabbing of Rasheel T. Alexander on VG
GUN CREEK, Virgin Gorda, VI- A 42-year-old man has been charged in relation to the fatal stabbing of 27-year-old Rasheel Thomas Alexander at Gun Creek, Virgin Gorda on March 20, 2025.
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