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The Donald Trump Dollar
By Dickson C Igwe
The USA has moved hard right with the victory of Donald Trump and the Republican Party.
Fraser to act as Premier after joining government a few weeks ago
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) is currently away from the Virgin Islands to attend the Joint Ministerial Council (JMC) meetings in the United Kingdom.
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MSSU delegation to visit HLSCC next week
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- A delegation from the Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) will arrive in the Virgin Islands (VI) for a visit to H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) next week.
BVIEC investing in a workforce that will take over in next 10 years- Dr Neil M. Smith
LONG BUSH, Tortola, VI- “What we are doing right now is we actually are developing or investing in a workforce that will be taking over the organisation, or leading the organisation in maybe the next 10 years or so,” General Manager of BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) Dr Neil M. Smith stated at a press conference on Thursday, November 14, 2024, to give details on BVIEC’s first ever career exposition.
The Opposition is ‘not going to get together’- Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Commentator and pastor Mr Claude O. Skelton-Cline believes a unity government needs to be formed because it is in the best interest of the country.
Tola Radio remains off air; Owner accuses CCT of attacking the business
FAT HOGS BAY, Tortola, VI- Tola Radio VI 100.5 FM has been off the air for fourteen days, and Managing Director Mr Floyd P. Burnett aka ‘Heritage’ is calling on the public to stand with the radio station as it is now engaged in a legal battle with Caribbean Cellular Telephone Limited (CCT).
Waste oil eyesore near Crafts Alive promptly cleaned up
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- An eyesore consisting of waste oil at dumpsters near Crafts Alive, a highly trafficked area for tourists, was quickly resolved, according to Director of Waste Management Mr Marcus E. Solomon.
Police officer guilty of indecent assault on a minor to be sentenced Nov 27
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A police officer who was found guilty of indecent assault on a minor in the Magistrate’s Court on May 29, 2024, is to be sentenced on November 27, 2024.
Governor assents to Immigration & Passport Amendment Act 2024
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Governor Daniel Pruce has assented to the Immigration and Passport (Amendment) Act 2024.
Diabetes Association to form human circle on World Diabetes Day
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The BVI Diabetes Association is celebrating World Diabetes Day today, Thursday, November 14, 2024, under the theme ‘With appropriate access to diabetes care and support for their well-being, everyone with diabetes has the chance to live well’.
Ephraim E. Penn elected President of ANOCES
PROVIDENCIALES, Turks and Caicos Islands- President of the BVI Olympic Committee (BVIOC) Ephraim E. Penn has been elected President of the Association of National Olympic Committees of the Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (ANOCES).
More focus on Tourism needed- Hon Hodge-Smith
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Junior Minister for Culture and Tourism Hon Luce D. Hodge-Smith (R4) has said more focus needs to be placed on tourism in the Virgin Islands (VI).
Honouring Virgin Islands Heritage - HLSCC hosts two-day celebrations for Culture and Tourism Month
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- In a vibrant celebration of Virgin Islands heritage, the H. Lavity Stoutt Community College’s Virgin Islands Studies Institute will be hosting Virgin Islands Culture Week on 20 and 21 November, as part of Culture and Tourism Month 2024.
CCTV upgrades coming for Tortola
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has announced that upgrades to the CCTV cameras on Tortola by year end bringing the total number of CCTV cameras on the island to 100.
Hon Lorna Smith hits back @ Premier over firing
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Opposition Member Hon Lorna G. Smith, OBE (AL) has shared via her Facebook page today, Wednesday, November 13, 2024, her official response to her termination notice as Deputy Premier and Minister for Financial Services, Labour and Trade in late October 2024.
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Public Service Week continues with Spelling Bee tonight
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands continues to recognise Public Service Week 2024 with a Spelling Bee Competition this evening.
USVI: Implementing speed limits in school zones backed by lawmakers
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St. Thomas, USVI: On Tuesday, November 12, 2024, lawmakers on the Committee of Homeland Security, Justice and Public Safety voted in favor of legislation to establish school speed zones across the Virgin Islands.
VI firms recognised by Legal 500
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Legal 500 has once again recognised law firms and lawyers in the Virgin Islands (VI) as some of the Caribbean's top tier firms for 2025.
Increased agriculture & fisheries output for VI- Dr Dawson
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Junior Minister for Agriculture and Fisheries Dr the Hon Karl Dawson (R1) has said increasing the agriculture and fisheries output in the Virgin Islands (VI) are among immediate plans for his ministry.
'BVI looks like a hog pen'- Pastor Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Commentator and Pastor Claude O. Skelton-Cline has said the Territory is in a bad state and looks like a “hog pen”.
Another stolen election, or did ‘AI’ steal the deal?
Alred C. Frett
Some we Win and Some we Lose:
It was a sad day when Kamala and Supporters did everything right, but the end results appear to turn out wrong… As a result of the Results, Many experienced a sense of disbelief, grief, anger, helplessness and hopelessness… However, they should not blame themselves because it is as likely that Trump did not win, nor did Kamala lose normally… Instead, Artificial Intelligence won and Democracy lost Worldwide.
RVIPF warns of Money Boys gang on Tortola
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is alerting the public to the operation of a criminal gang known as ‘Money Boys’ (MB) on Tortola.
Premier Wheatley presents $488.6M national budget for 2025
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Under the theme ‘Laying the Blocks of Success’, Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) presented a $488,699,871.00 budget for 2025 during the Twenty-first Sitting of the First Session of the Fifth House of Assembly (HoA) on Monday, November 11, 2024.
Nearly 2,000 in USVI to receive Income Tax Refunds for holidays
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- Amidst a host of announcements during the Tuesday, November 12, 2024, press briefing from Government House, Governor Albert A. Bryan Jr. announced the most recent payout of income tax refunds.
2 wanted in connection with Friday’s broad daylight shooting in RT
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Police have issued wanted bulletins for two young men accused of being the perpetrators of a shooting in broad daylight in Road Town on Friday, November 8, 2024.
BVIEC & W&SD to merge in 2025
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) and the Water and Sewerage Department (W&SD) will be merged in 2025.
Asphalt resurfacing from SCB to WE Ferry Terminal slated for Nov 2024- Premier
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—Motorists and pedestrians alike will be keeping their fingers crossed that the deplorable roads in Sea Cows and along the way to West End will be improved this month, as promised.
'Thoughts & prayers' for those affected by bad weather- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has expressed sympathies to Virgin Islands residents affected by the inclement weather conditions.
Scaled-back wreath-laying ceremony held on Armistice Day
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Despite the Virgin Islands (VI) being negatively impacted by the adverse weather conditions, on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month (November 11, 2024) the territory paused to mark Armistice Day or Remembrance Day, albeit in a smaller than usual ceremony at Government House.
Gov't offices to open by 11:00 AM
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Government offices are expected to be opened by 11:00 AM today, Monday, November 11, 2024, following heavy rainfall overnight.
Several businesses closed due to bad weather conditions
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Several businesses have decided to remain closed today, Monday, November 11, 2024, due to the inclement weather that has affected the Virgin Islands, while others have opted for a late opening.
Flash flooding, damage to roads & even vehicles reported across Tortola
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- With heavy rainfall over the last 24 hours, flooding has occurred in low-lying areas across Tortola. Some roads were left almost impassable due to rocks and other debris while there have been reports of roads being compromised.
Public schools closed today due to inclement weather
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Due to adverse weather conditions forecast for today, Monday, November 11, 2024, the Department of Disaster Management (DDM) has advised the closure of all public schools in the territory.
Skelton-Cline ‘glad to hear’ a US President apologise for evils done to native indians
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Social commentator and pastor Mr Claude O. Skelton-Cline, who strongly believes the United Kingdom (UK) should apologise for their role in the enslavement of Africans and offer reparations, has welcomed the apology given to native Indians of the United States by former US President Joe R. Biden.
Car slams into utility pole @ Slaney
SLANEY, Tortola, VI—Last night, a car slammed head-on into a utility pole in the Slaney area of Tortola and was still on the scene late this morning, November 10, 2024.
Struggling businesses in St Croix hope for holiday boost
VI CONSORTIUM
DOWNTOWN CHRISTIANSTED, St Croix, USVI — Ahead of the start of the holiday shopping season, store owners in Christiansted, US Virgin Islands (USVI) are concerned that after a year of depressed foot traffic and sales, lingering disruption caused by ongoing road repairs may continue to negatively impact operations.
60% chance of rain in VI today, Nov 10
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Today, November 10, 2024, might be a good day to skip the beach and stay inside for lunch and maybe a movie.
VI travellers asked to report any challenges with ESTA Visa Waiver to enter US
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Travellers from the Virgin Islands who have experienced challenges when using an Electronic System for Travel Authorisation (ESTA) Visa Waiver to enter the United States have been asked to report their experience to the Office of the Deputy Governor by Wednesday, November 13, 2024.
Reps must fight for projects & initiatives- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has said all members of the House of Assembly (HoA) have a responsibility to ensure the people of the Virgin Islands (VI) are properly represented and their needs met as he gears up to deliver the 2025 Budget Address.
Don't do business with Oliver Virtanen- FSC
PASEA ESTATE, Tortola, VI- The Financial Services Commission (FSC) is advising the public to refrain from conducting business with Oliver Virtanen.
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