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DMV unveils 70th Festival Commemorative License Plate
POCKWOOD POND, Tortola, VI- The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) in the [British] Virgin Islands has unveiled the winning design for the commemorative license plate celebrating the 70th anniversary of the Emancipation Festival.
Hon Skelton wants public debate on Minimum Wage Report now tabled in HoA
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—The Minimum Wage Review Report, which was prepared by the Minimum Wage Advisory Committee in April 2024, was on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, tabled at the 15th Sitting of the First Session of the Fifth House of Assembly (HoA).
Andy Morrell found not guilty of causing death of Frandy M. Martin Jr
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Nearly three years after popular local musician and volleyball player Frandy M. Martin Jr lost his life in a boating collision off Duff’s Bottom, Tortola, businessman Andy Morrell has been found not guilty of manslaughter.
225 youngsters employed in territory-wide beautification project
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- 225 youngsters between the ages of 11 and 17 are being engaged in a beautification project across the Territory.
VI Inquiries Bill ‘never should have left the Cabinet’- Hon Fraser
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—The Virgin Islands Inquires Bill 2024, in its present form, should have never made its way out of Cabinet and is, in fact, a testament that the “Ministers of Cabinet not doing their job or they don’t know what their jobs are.”
RVIPF to reveal its candidate on Friday for regional police pageant
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) will reveal its contestant for this year’s Caribbean Federation of Police Welfare Association’s (CFPWA) True Blue Beauty Pageant during a coronation at the Road Town Police Station from 6:30 PM on Friday, July 19, 2024.
‘Clash of the fungi bands’ to mark 1st anniversary of Carrot Bay Cultural Thursdays
CARROT BAY, Tortola, VI – Two leading Virgin Islands fungi bands will perform at this week's edition of Carrot Bay Cultural Thursdays in what is being billed as a “clash of the fungi bands”.
VG Bayside Blazers win nail-biter against St Kitts @ BOTF
PHILIPSBURG, St Maarten, DWI- The Virgin Gorda Bayside Blazers came out hungry to win on July 17, 2024, after their defeat the night before against home team St Maarten.
‘I had to never open my legs’ for promotion- Cindy Rosan
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Morning Ride Show With A Side Of Politics hosted by the controversial Rosemary L. Rosan aka Cindy on ZROD 107.3 FM was abruptly interrupted this morning, July 17, 2024, just when Ms Rosan was lambasting and possibly slandering members of the BVI Tourist Board and the Virgin Islands Party (VIP) Government.
The VI Inquires Bill 2024 is the ‘Willock Bill’- Hon Walwyn
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Using his right of immunity in the House of Assembly (HoA), legislator Honourable Myron V. Walwyn (R6) on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, took the opportunity for debate on the Virgin Islands Inquiries Act, 2024 to publicly state that the Bill was vindictive and malicious as it was an attack on sitting members of the HoA, as well as former Speaker Mr Julian Willock.
Gov Pruce dismisses security concerns over Law Enforcement Review Report
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Governor of the Virgin Islands Daniel Pruce has said “every step was taken” to ensure that information released in the published version of the ‘The British Virgin Islands: Volume One- A review of law enforcement and criminal justice bodies in the British Virgin Islands’ would not compromise the security of the people or law enforcement’s ability to operate effectively.
Dirk L. Walters Out! as BVI Tourist Board Events Manager
PORT PURCELL, Tortola, VI- BVI Tourist Board's Events Manager Mr Dirk L. Walters, who was also the point person for the BVI Festival and Fairs events, resigned from his post in a letter given yesterday, Tuesday, July 16, 2024.
VI to host Haynes Smith Miss Caribbean Talented Teen Pageant in December
BASSETERRE, St Kitts & Nevis- In December 2024, the [British] Virgin Islands will become the first country other than Antigua and Barbuda to host the 41-year-old Haynes Smith Miss Caribbean Talented Teen Pageant.
'I'm not for it': Opposition Leader labels VI Inquiries Bill as 'dictatorial'
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—Leader of His Majesty’s Loyal Opposition Honourable Ronnie W. Skelton (AL) did not mince words in his contribution to the debate of the Virgin Islands Inquiries Bill 2024 at the 15th Sitting of the First Session of the Fifth House of Assembly (HoA) today, July 16, 2024, calling it one step away from outright dictatorship.
Businesses agreed minimum wage was not enough to meet basic needs– Hon Smith
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Following the planned increase of the minimum wage to $8.50 per hour, effective November 30, 2024, in the Virgin Islands, Deputy Premier Hon Lorna G. Smith (AL) said the decision to increase the minimum wage followed recommendations by an ad hoc advisory committee and that most businesses engaged agreed that the current amount was too low.
No horns allowed @ Miss BVI Pageant on Sunday
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The 2024 Miss BVI Pageant at Multi-Purpose Sports Complex on Sunday, July 21, 2024, will be a little less noisy, as the pageant committee has banned the use of horns at the event.
Rohan Williams found guilty of 2019 murder & rape of Lenia Lettsome-Green
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- St Vincent and the Grenadines national Rohan Williams has been found guilty of the 2019 murder and rape of Lenia Lettsome-Green.
Virgin Gorda Bayside Blazers roast USA 73-60 in BOTF
PHILIPSBURG, St Maarten, DWI- In their second night out at the ‘Battle of the Fittest’ (BOTF) Basketball Tournament in Dutch St Maarten, basketball team Virgin Gorda Bayside Blazers racked up another win when they took on the United States of America (USA) team.
2 to vie for Mr Junior BVI 2024 title
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Two young men have entered the Mr Junior BVI 2024 Pageant slated for later this month.
Panthers boot Sugar Boys to reach semi-finals of FA Cup
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- Underdogs Panthers FC have ensured the final of the 2024 FA Cup will not be an all-Virgin Gorda affair, as they stunned Sugar Boys at the Virgin Gorda Recreation Ground last evening, Sunday, July 14, 2024.
‘We’re on a good track as it pertains to our tourism visitors’- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Revealing statistics showing that the first half of 2024 marked historic visitor arrivals, [British] Virgin Islands (VI) Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) said the VI is on a good track as it pertains to tourism under the Virgin Islands Party Government (VIP).
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Fish & Fungi named official dish of USVI; Tart is official dessert
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- Government House announced Thursday, July 11, 2024, that Governor Albert A. Bryan Jr has acted on 19 bills passed by the 35th Legislature during its session on June 24, 2024, vetoing three bills and acknowledging the Legislature’s confirmation of two directors to serve on the Waste Management Authority’s Board of Directors.
VG Bayside Blazers whip Dominican Rep 87-76 in first game of BOTF
PHILIPSBURG, St Maarten, DWI- It was one of the most highly anticipated games, as the ‘Battle of the Fittest’ (BOTF) Basketball League tipped off at LB Scott Sports Auditorium in Philipsburg, the capital city of Dutch St Maarten yesterday, Sunday, July 14, 2024.
Rylan Adams & Daria Donovan crowned Prince & Princess 2024
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A packed Multi-Purpose Sports Complex on July 14, 2024, witnessed Rylan Adams and Daria Donovan crowned Prince & Princess 2024.
RBVIYC wishes Thad A. Lettsome ‘Bon Chance’ ahead of Paris Olympics
NANNY CAY, VI- After many years of hard work, commitment and sheer determination, Thad A. Lettsome’s dream to compete at the Olympic Games has finally come true.
UPDATE: 2 killed during assassination attempt on Donald J. Trump
PENNSYLVANIA, USA - Two people, including a guman, were killed during the assassination attempt on former President Donald J. Trump at a rally in Pennsylvania on Saturday, July 13, 2024.
VG Bayside Blazers arrive in St Maarten for BOTF Tournament
PHILIPSBURG, St Maarten, WI- The Virgin Gorda Bayside Blazers have arrived in Dutch St Maarten for the Ninth Annual Battle of the Fittest Basketball (BOTF) Tournament.
12,000 gallons of waste oil to be shipped out of VI by end of July
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- 20 thousand gallons of waste oil is scheduled to be exported by the end of July as the Department of Waste Management (DWM) continues its quest of achieving a cleaner, greener and more beautiful [British] Virgin Islands.
Advisory Committee recommended Minimum Wage be raised to $9.00- Reports
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Information reaching our News Centre is that the Minimum Wage Advisory Committee recommended that the Minimum Wage be increased to $9.00 per hour.
‘I want to see this country wake up from its slumber’- Enriquito Rymer
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Hotel owner and restauranter Enriquito Rymer aka ‘Quito’ has called for more to be done in the Virgin Islands (VI) for the country to reach its full potential like other international destinations.
VI Gov’t says it remains committed to Implementing CoI reforms
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – The Government of the Virgin Islands (VI) says it continues to work diligently to complete the implementation of the recommendations outlined in the Commission of Inquiry (COI) report, by the August 31, 2024 deadline.
St. Croix man convicted of child porn & rape charges
VI CONSORTIUM
CHRISTIANSTED, St. Croix — United States Attorney Delia L. Smith announced today that a federal jury convicted Dante James, 28, of St. Croix, on the production of child pornography and second-degree rape charges. James awaits sentencing on a date to be set by District Judge Wilma Lewis.
RVIPF issues advisory amidst increased vehicle theft on Tortola
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Information coming into Virgin Islands News Online (VINO) is that the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has issued a public advisory over the continued theft of motor vehicles on Tortola.
New homes delivered under VI Gov't housing recovery assistance programme
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - New homeowners, Ms. Lady Rawlins and Ms Mary Caul both have received the keys to their brand new homes as part of the Government of the Virgin Islands Housing Recovery Assistance Programme.
Persons injured in two-vehicle collision @ Towers
TOWERS, Tortola, VI- At least two persons were said to have been injured when two vehicles collided at Towers, Tortola just around 6:00 PM today, Friday, July 12, 2024.
Business Watch: Manjack Creamery @ TPP
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – With 35 plus flavours of local ice cream available at the Cyril B. Romney Tortola Pier Park, Manjack Creamery serves its customers and business clients with an irresistible mix of unique ice creams, sorbets and smoothies.
Tourism sector records highest visitor arrivals ever
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier of the Virgin Islands Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has announced that the Virgin Islands tourism sector has demonstrated unprecedented growth in the first half of 2024, marking a historic milestone in visitor arrivals.
ESHS wins Regional National Tourism Debate Championship
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Elmore Stoutt High School (ESHS) debate team emerged victorious in the Regional National Tourism Debate final against Precious Treasures School of Turks and Caicos Islands today, July 12, 2024.
QE II driver Joseph E. Williams passes
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Joseph E. Williams, who had the honour of being the driver for now deceased Queen Elizabeth II during her visit to the [British] Virgin Islands in 1966, has passed.
Governor Pruce meets AG & team on ‘how best to deliver’ CoI reforms by end of August
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- With the August deadline fast approaching for the Government of the [British] Virgin Islands to deliver reforms forced upon it by the United Kingdom (UK) following recommendations by a one-man Commissioner of the Commission of Inquiry (CoI), Governor Daniel Pruce recently met with the Attorney General Hon Dawn J. Smith and her team regarding meeting the deadline.
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