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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.
‘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).
‘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.”
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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."
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.
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.
'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.
‘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.
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.”
VI still 'paralysed' by Fahie scandal— Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI— The Virgin Islands is yet to properly come to terms with the fallout from the arrest and subsequent jailing of former Premier Andrew A. Fahie, and the people of the Territory have been left traumatised and paralysed and continue to suffer under the lingering weight of silence, fear, and stigma.
BVI Hong Kong Office & WINBVI launch scholarship partnership
HONG KONG, China- Women in Need BVI (WINBVI) and the BVI Hong Kong Office have entered into a partnership for a scholarship programme.
VI-USVI situation is ‘not about money’- Hon Julian Fraser RA
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Deputy Premier and Minister for Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change Hon Julian Fraser, RA (R3) has said the current issues between the United States Virgin Islands (USVI) and the Virgin Islands (VI) is not about money.
VG gets facelift for Easter festivities
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- As Virgin Gorda prepares to receive an influx of visitors for the Virgin Gorda Easter Festival beginning this weekend, the sister island has received a much-welcomed facelift.
BVI Full Moon Party was used to promote VI as summer destination- BVITBFC
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico – The British Virgin Islands Tourist Board & Film Commission (BVITBFC) said it has initiated its destination marketing efforts in Puerto Rico to entice its travelers to consider the Virgin Islands (VI) as the perfect destination for their summer holiday plans.
14 students in Cohort 3 of CMI Level 5 Diploma Programme @ HLSCC
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- The third cohort of the Level 5 Diploma in Management and Leadership of the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) at H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) began on March 27, 2025, with 14 new students.
USVI Governor concedes boating disparities; Negotiations near completion
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St Thomas, USVI—In what both sides described as a constructive and candid second round of high-level discussions, Premier of the Virgin Islands (VI), Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) and Governor of the United States Virgin Islands (USVI) Albert A. Bryan Jr. advanced significantly toward a bilateral agreement to address long standing disparities in the marine sector.
Skelton-Cline advocates collective stand against UK overreach
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI— Radio personality and outspoken commentator Claude O. Skelton-Cline is calling on elected officials to formally draft a singular, collective correspondence articulating the Territory’s official position on the Review of Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice Bodies in the British Virgin Islands, Volume II: A Roadmap for 2025 to 2035.
Application process for MSME grants being simplified- Hon Smith
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- The application process for the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Grant Programme launched in 2024 is being made easier.
BVIEC announces 7-man team for 2025 CARILEC Lineworkers Rodeo
LONG BUSH, Tortola, VI— The BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) has announced the official team representing the Virgin Islands at the upcoming 2025 CARILEC Lineworkers Rodeo, Symposium, and Field Safety Training taking place in the Virgin Islands (VI) on April 27, 2025.
UPDATE: VI & USVI discussing proposed amendments to charter boat legislation
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St Thomas, USVI- A delegation led by Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) is in St Thomas, US Virgin Islands, engaging their USVI counterparts on the proposed amendments to the charter boat legislation and their wider impact on the Greater Virgin Islands.
USVI: Several Haitians arrested @ Red Hook for illegal entry
VI CONSORTIUM
RED HOOK, St Thomas, USVI- Federal authorities at the Red Hook Ferry Terminal on St Thomas, US Virgin Islands (USVI) arrested multiple Haitian nationals over the course of several days in April, charging them with illegally entering the United States.
VI’s presence @ Seatrade 2025 prepares it for the future- Clive L. McCoy
MIAMI, Florida, USA- Director of the BVI Tourist Board & Film Commission (BVITBFC), Mr Clive L. McCoy has said the Virgin Islands (VI) having representation at Seatrade Cruise Global 2025 allows the territory to have a glimpse at what is happening globally.
VI ready to work with UK but won't compromise democratic rights- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—The recently published Law Enforcement Review, Volume II, by His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS), while containing some practical recommendations that will be considered, is in large part flawed and fundamentally unacceptable.
'I'm an independent' working with VIP gov't- Hon Lorna G. Smith
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- With the National Democratic Party (NDP) seeking to restructure itself and inviting persons to join and rejoin, Hon Lorna G. Smith, OBE (AL), the Junior Minister for Financial Services, Trade and Economic Development, has maintained she is not affiliated with any political party and is independent.
Dr Jerry R. Smith recommends sweeping reforms for USVI hospitals
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- The Chairman of the Government Hospital & Health Facilities Corporation in the US Virgin Islands (USVI), Dr Jerry R. Smith, has called for structural reforms to stabilise USVI hospitals, including reliable funding sources, centralised systems, CRNA law updates, and Medicaid match changes to break the cycle of emergency relief.
RVIPF vows to clampdown on excessively noisy scooters & large trucks
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is sending a strong warning to motorists who continue to disturb communities with excessive noise: Enforcement is coming in 2025.
Venezuelan convicted of illegal entry, drugs & firearm offences ordered deported
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A Venezuelan man who was convicted and sentenced to jail for illegal entry, and drugs and firearm charges has been ordered deported from the territory by Governor Daniel Pruce.
BVIPA 2025 Easter Schedule for Offices and Warehouses
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The British Virgin Islands Ports Authority (BVIPA) would like to inform the public of the following Easter holiday schedule for the offices and warehouses on Tortola and Virgin Gorda.
Hon Penn makes call for patriotic persons to join NDP
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Putting a team together that can competently deal with the growing list of issues plaguing the Virgin Islands (VI) is what Leader of the National Democratic Party (NDP) Hon Marlon A. Penn (R8) has said is his main focus.
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