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No rush to withdraw $$ from $100M loan- Premier Wheatley
FAT HOG's BAY, Tortola, VI—Premier and Minister for Finance, Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), in providing much-needed clarity on the status of the $100 million loan secured by the government, and addressing concerns about its allocation, spending, and transparency, said it is being amalgamated into a consolidated spending agenda for the administration, adding that there is no rush to access the funds to attract unnecessary interest payments.
VI defeated by T&T @ CONCACAF U17 Men’s Qualifiers
SAN JOSE, Costa Rica- After convincingly winning their opening game of the CONCACAF U17 Men’s Qualifiers in Costa Rica on February 7, 2025, the Virgin Islands suffered a slight setback in their second Group B game on February 9, 2025, when they fell to Trinidad and Tobago.
Guyana updates website to reflect VI citizens do NOT require visa to enter
GEORGETOWN, Guyana, SA- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Guyana has updated its website to include that citizens of the Virgin Islands do not require a visa to enter the country.
Proposed law enforcement merger not likely to happen- Hon Penn
FAT HOGS BAY, Tortola, VI—Honourable Marlon A. Penn (R8) of the National Democratic Party (NDP), in criticising the proposed merger of certain law enforcement agencies in the Virgin Islands (VI), said it is impractical and legally impossible without major legislative overhauls.
US Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson honoured with UVI degree
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BREWERS BAY, St Croix, USVI- US Supreme Court Justice Ketanji O. Brown Jackson was honoured at a special ceremony at the University of the Virgin Islands on Friday, February 7, 2025, where she addressed an audience of about 800 students, faculty, staff, and members of the community.
Gov’t Ministers & senior officials meet to discuss VI’s future
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Government of the Virgin Islands has reaffirmed its commitment to aligning policies with the needs of the people, as key government ministers and senior officials convened for a critical meeting on Friday, February 7, 2025, that focused on shaping the Territory’s future.
STEP will assist VI meet target of 30% renewable energy by 2030- Premier Wheatley
LONG BUSH, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has expressed confidence in the Virgin Islands meeting its target of having 30% of its electricity generated by renewable sources by 2030 with the Solar Technology and Energy Programme (STEP).
UPDATE: Tsunami advisory for VI cancelled
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Tsunami advisory issued for the Virgin Islands earlier this evening, Saturday, February 8, 2025, has been discontinued.
VI man shot & killed in NY over parking spot
BRONX, New York, USA- One Virgin Islands native was shot and killed in the United States in the early hours of Saturday, February 8, 2025.
Deya Y. Erickson sets new 60M Hurdles National Record
GAINESVILLE, Florida, USA- Virgin Islands’ Deya Y. Erickson set a new national record in the 60M Women’s Hurdles on Friday, February 7, 2025, with a time of 8.32 seconds.
FSC appoints Dr Michelle L. Todman Smith as Deputy Registrar
PASEA ESTATE, Tortola, VI- The BVI Financial Services Commission (FSC) has appointed Dr Michelle L. Todman Smith as Deputy Registrar of Corporate Affairs.
VI U-17 boys beat SXM 4-0 in Concacaf opening match
SAN JOSE, Costa Rica- The Virgin Islands (VI) U-17 football team beat Sint Maarten, 4-0, in the opening match of the 2025 Concacaf Men’s U-17 Qualifiers on Friday, February 7, 2025.
Over 300 men screened @ BVI Red Cross Men’s Health Fair so far
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Over three hundred men have been screened so far at the BVI Red Cross’ Biennial Men’s Health Fair.
‘All you have done again is splinter the splinter’- Skelton-Cline to ‘Alliance’
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- On his last broadcast of Honestly Speaking on ZBVI 780 AM on February 3, 2025, social and political commentator Pastor Claude O. Skelton-Cline, in a poignant analysis of the shifting political landscape in the Virgin Islands, continued to express concerns about the formation of a new political alliance and the fate of existing parties, adamant, "I am concerned about all of this because I'm afraid that it does more damage to the country for where we are now and what needs to happen
TRC initiates survey to transform VI's telecoms sector
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI— The Telecommunications Regulatory Commission (TRC) has launched a Residential Customer Survey, as part of its Industry Review of the Virgin Islands' telecommunications sector.
2 Opposition Members Penn & Smith will travel to Asia with Premier next week!
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D Wheatley (R7) will lead an Asia Trade Mission to Hong Kong, Macau and Malaysia beginning on February 14, 2025.
This Week We Feature Young Professional CeRaiyah M. Roberts
By Kirshena J. Joseph
Finding something you are passionate about in life is a tremendous feat; finding that passion while young is even better. This can be said about Miss CeRaiyah M. Roberts, who, though still young, is already forging a path in entrepreneurship.
21 residents sign contracts for solar system STEP
LONG BUSH, Tortola, VI- The first cohort of residents to be approved under the Solar Technology and Energy Programme (STEP) signed their contracts yesterday, Thursday, February 6, 2025.
Rotary Club of Central Tortola donates food items to FSN
SLANEY POINT, Tortola, VI – The Rotary Club of Central Tortola has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting families in need by donating a significant quantity of food items to the Family Support Network (FSN).
VICA premieres documentary on Theodolph H. Faulkner
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- On Saturday, February 1, 2025, the Virgin Islands Communal Association (VICA) held the premiere of its latest captivating documentary titled: “The Faulkner Story”.
Premier lambasts recent misleading & malicious attacks on Financial Services
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Territory’s Minister for Financial Services Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has fired back at two recent articles in the UK-based The Guardian newspaper misleading the public about the Virgin Islands’ position on financial crime.
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Guavaberry Media falsely reports Hon Lorna G. Smith has rejoined VIP Gov't
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Guavaberry Media, owned by the controversial Rosemary L. Rosan aka ‘Cindy’ is again misleading the public with false information.
HLSCC & UVI sign agreement for combined degree programmes
CHRISTIANSTED, St Croix, USVI- As the H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) celebrates its 35th anniversary this year, the college and the University of the Virgin Islands (UVI) signed an articulation agreement to establish combined degree programmes.
VI's newest author Garnet A. Ferron Snr to launch book on Feb 13
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Mr Garnet A. Ferron Snr is poised to become the latest author to launch his book, as part of the Department of Culture’s quarterly book launch.
United Nations Special Committee on Decolonisation’s Visting Mission Report on the British Virgin Islands makes recommendations on steps toward independence
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A pleasant good afternoon to the people of the British Virgin Islands.
Outrage over sale of sexual enhancement 'drugs' to school children
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—Prominent Virgin Islands clergyman and commentator Claude O. Skelton-Cline has raised the alarm over reports that sexual enhancement supplements are being sold to high school students.
VISTS & St George's advance in secondary schools debating competition
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- St George’s Secondary School and the Virgin Islands School of Technical Studies will meet the 2024 champions, Elmore Stoutt High School, and the Bregado Flax Educational Centre Secondary in the semi-final round of the 2025 Inter-Secondary School Debate Competition.
Premier Wheatley rejects proposed transfer of Immigration & Customs to Governor
FAT HOGS BAY, Tortola, VI—Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has confirmed reports that a recommendation has been made to merge the Immigration and Customs Departments of the Virgin Islands and place it under the control of the Office of the Governor.
VI’s U17 footballers depart for CONCACAF U17 Qualifiers in Costa Rica
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands’ Under 17 Men’s National Team departed these shores today, Wednesday, February 5, 2025, to compete in the CONCACAF U17 Men’s Qualifiers in Costa Rica.
Annie L. Malone-Frett Out! Retires after over 35 years of public service
STATION AVENUE, Road Town, VI- Word reaching our news centre from persons familiar with the matter is that the Chief Social Development Officer, Mrs Annie L. Malone-Frett, has retired from the public service after over 35 years. It is reported that Friday, January 31, 2025, was her last day on the job.
VI must stockpile essentials in preparation for Trump fallout- Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI—Virgin Islanders are being urged to stockpile food, non-perishable goods, and even toilet paper in preparation for potential economic and political fallout from newly planned and already imposed policies of US President Donald J. Trump, who is now in the third week of his presidency.
Trade deal with DR will help lower price of goods in VI- Premier
FAT HOGS BAY, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has reminded that he will soon be leading a trade mission to the Dominican Republic to secure a trade deal.
$250K OECS grant secured; Generators for 6 health centres
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The health infrastructure of the Virgin Islands (VI) is expected to see improvements, with the Ministry of Health and Social Development receiving a grant from the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS).
West End Yacht Club takes Manhattan Yacht Club Trophy for 2025
WEST END, Tortola, VI- For the first time in 7 years, the West End Yacht Club returned to winning ways in the Manhattan Yacht Club Trophy on Saturday, February 1, 2025.
Breast, colon & prostate cancers most prevalent in VI- Health Minister
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Breast, colon and prostate cancers are among the most prevalent in the Virgin Islands (VI). This information comes as the Territory joins the rest of the world in celebrating World Cancer Day today, Tuesday, February 4, 2025.
Minimum wage announcement coming this month- Premier
FAT HOGS BAY, Tortola, VI- The government of the Virgin Islands (VI) plans to give an update on the phased implementation of the minimum wage increase sometime in February 2025.
'Where is the petition' to make Jacqueline E. Vanterpool permanent CoP?- 'Masa' Pemberton
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- With some in the public calling for a local Commissioner of Police (CoP), local influencer Ramoamasagana Pemberton aka ‘Masa’ has made the pitch for Acting CoP Jacqueline E. Vanterpool to be confirmed to the position.
BVI Humane Society receives over $2K from 'Gumption'
JOHNSON'S GHUT, Tortola, VI- The BVI Humane Society received a cash donation from Gumption’s Experience BVI on Sunday, February 2, 2025.
Public registers remain a concern for FSC- CEO Kenneth B. Baker
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI—The financial services sector in the Virgin Islands (VI)– one of two key financial pillars for the Territory- is facing an estimated 20 to 30 percent decline in business following mounting pressure from the United Kingdom (UK) to increase public access to beneficial ownership information.
Jost Lime & Dine kicks of BVI Food Fete on Valentine's Day
GREAT HARBOUR, Jost Van Dyke, VI- The operation of a late ferry from Jost van Dyke could be the step up for increasing revenue for participating restaurants of the upcoming Jost Lime & Dine.
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