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Americas approve VI role in international leadership to transform Latin America & the Caribbean
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The British Virgin Islands (BVI) has been elected by Member States from across the Americas and beyond to serve as a member of the leadership Bureau of the premier regional intergovernmental body within the United Nations (UN) system for advancing the economic and social development of the region, the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC).
Order in Council not necessary- Premier Wheatley to UN
NEW YORK, US- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has reaffirmed the government’s position that the United Kingdom (UK) Order in Council that can suspend the Virgin Islands’ (VI) constitution is not necessary and should be removed as completion of governance reforms is finalised.
Christopher M. Kiwomya resigns as head coach of VI’s national football team
EAST END, Tortola, VI- The British Virgin Islands Football Association (BVIFA) has officially announced the departure of Christopher M. Kiwomya as the Head Coach of the Senior Men’s National Team.
The Premier’s passion for self-determination is one reason ‘I will roll with him’- Hon Fraser
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- As the Members of the tri-party Opposition tried their best to justify their pursuit of a No Confidence Motion against Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) during their nearly 3-hour long live radio event on Tuesday evening, October 15, 2024, their most experienced member, Hon Julian Fraser RA (R3), repeatedly came out in support of the young premier.
Simulation exercise @ T.B Lettsome International Airport successful- BVIAA
TRELLIS BAY, Beef Island, VI- The BVI Airports Authority (BVIAA) has reported the successful completion of a comprehensive simulation exercise at the Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport on October 10, 2024.
Brewers Bay no longer the forgotten city; Getting some attention!
BREWERS BAY, Tortola, VI- It was last year, following Tropical Storm Philippe, residents of Brewers Bay complained that no one in government was paying them any attention. Roads were eroded, ghut elements had run into the beach, water was settled in the low-lying areas causing a huge increase in mosquitoes, and rocks and fallen trees were seen everywhere.
'Vote of No Confidence' reflects displeasure of the people- Hon Mather
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Deputy Speaker of the House of Assembly and Opposition Member Hon Stacy R. Mather, MBE (AL) has said he stands by the Vote of No Confidence the Opposition Members intend to bring again to the House of Assembly (HoA).
Tuesday, October 29, 2024 is Budget Day!
FISH BAY, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) will read his third Budget Address to the nation as Minister of Finance later this month, one of the earliest budget presentations by the government.
4 accused of murdering Matthew D. Daly freed of charge
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The four men who were charged on October 13, 2021, for the murder of businessman Matthew Daly on September 10, 2020, were freed of the charge in the High Court today, October 15, 2024.
USVI: Accused embezzler & fugitive arrested in St. Thomas
SAPPHIRE BEACH, St. Thomas, USVI- A man who police say is a fugitive from justice was arrested on Thursday, October 10, 2024, at a bar on Sapphire Beach, St. Thomas.
Premier Wheatley & UK Ambassador discuss UK-OT international cooperation
NEW YORK, USA- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) and United Kingdom (UK) Ambassador H.E. James Kariuki have discussed international cooperation between the UK and Overseas Territories (OTs) following a United Nations’ (UN) agreement on the ‘Pact for the Future’, a declaration aimed at reforming the international system to encourage a safer, more peaceful, sustainable and inclusive world for tomorrow’s generation.
Increased connectivity 'means a better future for our people'- Premier Wheatley
TRELLIS BAY, Beef Island, VI- The Virgin Islands (VI) is better connected to the rest of the Caribbean region due to the commencement of flights to and from the VI by Caribbean Airlines.
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TAG vehicles destroyed by fire in Duff's Bottom
DUFF'S BOTTOM, Tortola, VI—A fire destroyed several new vehicles belonging to Tortola Auto Group (TAG) at Duff's Bottom, Tortola early this morning, Tuesday, October 15, 2024.
Leaked document: Cindy Rosan asked for over $1M of taxpayers $$ for being fired
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Rosemary L. Rosan aka ‘Cindy’ has always given the impression that she has the territory at heart, particularly when it comes to taxpayers’ funds; however, a leaked document seems to have exposed the hypocrisy of Ms Rosan, a relentless critic of Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7).
We are 'proud & excited' to have Caribbean Airlines in VI- Hon Rymer
TRELLIS BAY, Beef Island, VI- Caribbean Airlines made its inaugural flight to the Virgin Islands (VI) this morning, October 14, 2024, touching down at the Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport on Beef Island sometime after 11:00 AM with 62 persons on board.
USVI: Man shot dead in St. Thomas
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St. Thomas, USVI- The V.I. Police Department (VIPD) has announced that it is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred early Sunday morning, October 13, 2024, near the Tequila Bar on Kronprindsens Gade.
LIAT 2020 may already be in trouble?
ST JOHN’S, Antigua- The future of LIAT 2020 hangs in the balance as Allen I. Onyema, CEO of Nigerian airline Air Peace, continues to face mounting charges in the United States.
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AL94 a potential threat to VI- DDM
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Department of Disaster Management (DDM) continues to monitor AL94 as it continues to move westward across the Atlantic.
Premier Wheatley joins in celebration of Reading is Fun Week 2024
CANE GARDEN BAY, Tortola, VI- Public and private schools across the Territory engaged in activities aimed at encouraging students to develop a love for reading when the Territory observed Reading is Fun Week 2024 from October 7 to 11, 2024.
Opposition to host 3-hour Live radio event on Oct 15
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- His Majesty’s Loyal Opposition will be seeking to engage the public on several issues at a 3-hour live radio event on Tuesday, October 15, 2024.
Sunrise Airlines to begin flying to VI in December
ST JOHN’S, Antigua- Even as the Virgin Islands (VI) is set to welcome the inaugural flight of Caribbean Airlines to the territory on Monday, October 14, 2024, and LIAT 2020 is also seeking to fly here soon, another airline is poised to add the Virgin Islands to its list of destinations.
VI edged 0-1 by Cayman Islands in bruising CONCACAF Nations League game
BASSETERRE, St Kitts & Nevis- Despite a battling performance, the Virgin Islands (VI) lost 0-1 to the Cayman Islands in their last game of the CONCACAF Nations League at Warner Park, Basseterre, St Kitts, and Nevis on Saturday, October 12, 2024.
Monitoring & surveillance vessel ‘Vigilate’ launched
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- On Friday, October 11, 2024, the Ministry of Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change made an official launch of a new motor vessel called Vigilate.
VI welcomes inaugural Caribbean Airlines flight to territory on Monday
TRELLIS BAY, Beef Island, VI- The Virgin Islands will on Monday, October 14, 2024, welcome the inaugural flight of Caribbean Airlines to Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport on Beef Island.
Free Professional Development Series for Educators
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- A free Professional Development Series for Educators in the Virgin Islands (VI) has been launched.
Former VI DPP appointed King’s Counsel in Jamaica
KINGSTON, Jamaica- Former Director of Public Prosecutions in the Virgin Islands (VI), Terrence F. Williams, has been appointed to the rank of King’s Counsel.
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USVI: Legal rum wars
VI CONSORTIUM
CONTANT, St. Thomas, USVI: A local rum manufacturer is suing another business for trademark infringement, after it began selling rum using a similar name.
RVIPF participated in Reading is Fun Week
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Members of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) did their community policing duty by taking part in Reading is Fun Week at schools in the Territory.
100 educators receive First Aid training
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Several educators and school support staff are now better equipped to assist in cases of emergencies at their schools following a First Aid training by the BVI Red Cross.
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Confidence is dollar debt
By Dickson C Igwe
OK. World leaders look to the Dollar in managing their governments and economies. How? Well, the Dollar and Dollar related instruments, managed by institutions such as Central Banks, the IMF and World Bank is the last port of call for leaders of most world economies.
VI's first medical school to begin with 50 students in August 2025
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands first medical school, Ponce Health Sciences University (PHSU), has begun receiving applications for a 4-year Medical Doctor degree programme.
Dame Janice M. Pereira to be honoured with week-long National Celebration
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Government of the Virgin Islands has announced a week-long National Celebration in honour of the beloved daughter of the soil, The Right Honourable Dame Janice M. Pereira, DBE, on the occasion of her retirement from the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court as Chief Justice.
Contract signed for new vending zone @ Long Bay Beach on Beef Island
LONG BAY, Beef Island, VI- A new vending zone, inclusive of 3 restaurants and bars, is to be built at Long Bay on Beef Island in time for the start of the next tourist season.
Premier Wheatley was hesitant to sponsor Vybz Kartel show because of 'backlash'- Parillon
FISH BAY, Tortola, VI- Steve E. Parillon of YOLO Promotions has defended the Office of the Premier’s sponsorship of the 2025 Black on Black (BOB) event featuring dancehall superstar Vybz Kartel, stating that they have been putting in the work.
Finally! Road works begin from Hodges Creek to Paraquita Bay
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- The long-awaited road works from Hodges Creek to Paraquita Bay on Tortola began on Thursday, October 10, 2024.
VI hands over OECS Council of Health Ministers Chairmanship to Dominica
PORTSMOUTH, Dominica- Minister for Health and Social Development Hon Vincent O. Wheatley (R9) is currently in Dominica attending the 10th Meeting of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Council of Health Ministers.
Statement from the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs, & Sports
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs, and Sports was informed of a serious allegation made against a teacher. We want to emphasise our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of safety and integrity in our schools.
Form 'Commission on Independence' for VI- Pastor Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Commentator and Pastor Mr Claude O. Skelton-Cline has advised Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) to form a commission to investigate and report on the Territory’s readiness for independence from the United Kingdom (UK).
At least 4 dead from tornadoes in Florida due to Hurricane Milton
TAMPA BAY, Florida, USA- At least four people have been reported killed by tornadoes due to the passage of Hurricane Milton in Florida on Wednesday, October 9, 2024.
Anti-Bullying Week activities to empower children to ‘choose respect’
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The New Horizon Guidance and Counselling Unit will engage in several activities aimed at choosing respect for Anti-Bullying Week 2024.
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