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Take Opposition Leader on Asia trip for ‘Mano-a-Mano’ dialogue—Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI – Outspoken political commentator and former government consultant Pastor Claude O. Skelton-Cline is urging the Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), to take Opposition Leader Honourable Ronnie W. Skelton (AL) with him on his upcoming Asia-Pacific visit to facilitate an open and constructive dialogue about the future of the Virgin Islands.
5 Virgin Islanders on ICE’S list for deportation
WASHINGTON DC, USA- The United States (US) Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) non-detained docket lists five citizens of the Virgin Islands with final orders of removal by country of citizenship.
2024 Festival Report handed over to HoA- PS Smith-Abbott
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—Permanent Secretary Joseph Smith-Abbott has finally confirmed that the 2024 Festival and Affairs Report has been prepared and submitted to the House of Assembly (HoA) of the Virgin Islands.
Water & Sewerage Dept customers can pay bills online from Feb 1
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—Customers of the Water and Sewerage Department (W&SD) in the Virgin Islands will soon enjoy the convenience of paying their bills online, with the Ministry of Communications and Works launching its online payment portal on Monday, January 27, 2025.
BVITB reps ‘Nature's Little Secret' @ IMM North America 2025 in New York
JAVITS CENTER, New York, USA—The British Virgin Islands Tourist Board & Film Commission (BVITB&FC) proudly showcased its offerings at the prestigious International Media Marketplace (IMM) in New York last week, an event that has solidified itself as one of the most influential media networking platforms in the global travel industry.
Acting CoP Vanterpool is doing a 'fantastic job’- Gov Pruce
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Governor Daniel Pruce has said he is confident in Acting Commissioner of Police (CoP) Jacqueline E. Vanterpool but stopped short of saying whether or not she is being eyed for the position permanently.
CIBC staff donate 2024 hurricane provisions to FSN
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- CIBC Caribbean donated dry goods to the Family Support Network (FSN) on Tuesday, January 21, 2025.
Local football coaches benefit from CONCACAF Train the Trainer's Workshop
EAST END, Tortola, VI- The BVI Football Association (BVIFA) hosted an “impactful” Train the Trainer’s Workshop from January 24 -26, 2025, in collaboration with CONCACAF.
Hons Fraser & Wheatley say they were never in favour of new derelict site
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- It seemed like Deputy Premier Julian Fraser, RA (R3) and Health Minister Vincent O. Wheatley (R9) were caught off guard by how the relocation of derelict vehicles to Havers occurred.
Losing our ambition, freedom, youth & country
Alred C. Frett
Turning Bad Conclusions into Good Solutions:
We are in the last days of the 1st Month in a New Year, and those who survived the past year may give thanks and praise to their leaders and Gods of mercy, while those who did not, may have a totally different opinion... It may be nice to be optimistic, but we live in a real World, and we should reason according to the evidence... Our failure to make it what it could be, means that others will make it what it shouldn’t be.
ICE announces immigration enforcement efforts in USVI & Puerto Rico
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, ST Croix, USVI- The US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), in collaboration with the US Department of Justice (DOJ) and other federal law enforcement entities, has launched immigration enforcement efforts in the US Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico. These efforts are aligned with the President Donald J. Trump's Executive Order titled “Protecting the American People Against Invasion,” signed on January 20, 2025.
Kedrick E. Malone ‘very comfortable’ with scrutiny CoI legislation received in HoA
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Governance Reform Delivery Manager Mr Kedrick E. Malone has said he is satisfied with the legislation passed in the House of Assembly as part of implementing Commission of Inquiry (CoI) recommendations.
‘We will ensure our voices are heard & our needs addressed- UKOTA President
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – “Together, we will harness our collective strengths to address the challenges we face, such as climate change and economic resilience, and to seize the opportunities that lie ahead for our territories.”
VI will continue to collaborate with UK to bring CoI chapter to a close- Premier
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI— "We will continue to work collaboratively with the United Kingdom Government to bring this chapter in the life of our developing Virgin Islands to a close,” Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) stated, as he gave an update on the final tasks to be done to get the Order in Council to suspend the Virgin Islands’ constitution lifted.
Infinity, Washed Ballers & Next Level Athletics win SVA 3X3 Championships
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Infinity, Washed Ballers & Next Level Athletics have emerged as champions of their respective categories in the Sports Vision Academy (SVA) 3X3 Basketball Championships on Saturday, January 25, 2025.
Public consultations on Registers of Beneficial Ownership access launched
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—The Virgin Islands government continues to take marked steps toward reinforcing its commitment to global transparency and collaboration by launching a consultation on access to beneficial ownership information.
Hon Lorna G. Smith’s territory-wide beautification project begins in East End
EAST END, Tortola, VI— A kaleidoscope is sweeping through the East End, Tortola area, as the ‘Roots to Resilience Paint the Community Project’ has taken off in high-gear.
Phyllis Evans Out; Loren K. Ryan-Rymer In as VI's Registrar of Interests
ROAD TOWN, Tortola VI—Mrs Loren K. Ryan-Rymer has officially been appointed as the Registrar of Interests for the Virgin Islands, succeeding Ms Phyllis Evans who has retired after a distinguished career in public service.
RVIPF launches Park It, Forget It campaign as vehicle thefts increase
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is launching a "Park It, Lock It, Forget It" initiative highlighting critical, proactive steps that motorists and rental companies can take to safeguard vehicles and reduce theft risks.
Multi-car accident in Road Town
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Sometime after 10:00 AM today, Saturday, January 25, 2025, a three car accident occurred in the Road Town area close to the Wickhams Cay 1 roundabout.
‘I stored derelict vehicles on my property for years without pay'- Ashley Ritter speaks
COX HEATH, Tortola, VI- With all the controversy over the storage of derelict vehicles on Tortola and reports of residents in Havers who are demanding that the derelict vehicles be removed from the new site, one landowner involved is speaking out.
USVI: 2 suspects arrested in connection in Nov. Oswald Harris Court shooting
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St. Thomas, USVI- Detectives from the VIPD's Criminal Investigation Bureau have arrested two suspects in connection with a shooting that occurred on November 24, 2024, in the vicinity of Oswald Harris Court. The suspects, identified as 18-year-old Azani Prentice and 19-year-old Tony Isaac, were taken into custody following an extensive investigation that included surveillance footage of the incident.
Premier to embark on Asia Trade Visit in Feb
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) will visit the Asia-Pacific in his capacity as the Minister responsible for Financial Services in February.
28 y-o USVI man charged with Possession of Explosives
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A 28-year-old man from St. Thomas, USVI, has been charged with Possession of Explosives following his arrest earlier this month, January 2025.
The Hegemony Marching the World to War
By Dickson C. Igwe
The western world especially Europe has become a vassal of the USA economically and technologically. The USA is the world hegemon and talk of a multipolar world is premature.
Iona makes inaugural call to VI
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands proudly welcomed P&O Cruises' Iona on her inaugural call to the Territory on Thursday, January 23, 2025.
HoA's Committee proceedings being public will be good for Opposition- Hon Skelton
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—Public access to sessions of committee proceedings of the Virgin Islands House of Assembly (HoA) would enhance transparency, accountability, and provide a better public understanding of legislative processes.
This week we feature Young Professional Cherika M. Wheatley
By Kirshena J. Joseph
Cherika M. Wheatley was placed on the path to a successful accounting career early in life. She was a studious individual, ranking among the top of her graduating classes and had much encouragement from her mentors.
Firearms & ammo found @ Cane Garden Bay; 4 arrested- Police
CANE GARDEN BAY, Tortola, VI—In the early hours of this morning, Friday, January 24, 2025, members of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) conducted search operations in Cane Garden Bay, where two firearms and several rounds of ammunition were discovered.
Int’l Affairs Director to clarify conflicting visa requirements for travel to Guyana—Premier
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—Confusion surrounds the visa requirements for Virgin Islands (VI) nationals traveling to Guyana—following conflicting reports regarding entry procedures— prompting Premier and Minister for Finance, Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) to address the issue at a press conference on January 23, 2025, disclosing that his government is actively working to clarify the matter.
DPP files appeal against court's decision to acquit Hon Myron V. Walwyn
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- While many residents and legal observers had thought the Commissioner of Inquiry (CoI) witch-hunt and target list of persons had ended for at least two persons, the abuse of the legal system continues.
'It has to move now!'- Havers residents blast new site for derelict vehicles
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- District Three residents, particularly residents of Havers, have expressed their extreme disappointment in their community being selected as the new site for the storing of derelict vehicles.
Opposition ‘chose not to come’ to Tourism Summit- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—Premier Dr The Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), has categorically denied claims made by Opposition Leader Honourable Ronnie W. Skelton (AL) that the Opposition was deliberately excluded from the recently concluded inaugural Tourism Summit held at Peter Island Resort in the Virgin Islands.
UPDATE: Judge blocks Trump's plan to end US birthright citizenship
SEATTLE, Washington, USA- A federal judge on Thursday, January 23, 2025, temporarily blocked US President Donald J. Trump’s executive order ending the constitutional guarantee of birthright citizenship regardless of the parents’ immigration status.
‘I don’t really see Donald Trump as a role model of mine’- VI Premier
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI— The newly inaugurated President of the United States of America (USA), Donald J. Trump, is no ‘role model’ for Premier and Minister for Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7); however, he wishes to see the US maintain a strong economy as that would bode well for Virgin Islands tourism and financial services.
Call a State of Emergency!—Hon Penn on VI's water woes
FAT HOGS BAY, Tortola, VI—In light of the prolonged water woes facing residents of the Virgin Islands, it is time the Premier or powers-that-be “call a state of emergency” to address the issue head-on.
Increasing payroll tax exemption to $15K being explored- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Several areas to cushion the impact of a Minimum Wage increase on businesses are being explored, including increasing payroll tax exemptions.
Dr Kedrick D. Pickering is now an 'International Best Selling Author'
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Former legislator Dr Kedrick D. Pickering is now an International Best Selling Author following the success of his debut book ‘Walk in Faith & Medicine: Daily Lessons & Insights from a Doctor’s Handwritten Journal’.
VI sailors display teamwork & perseverance @ MLK Regatta in USVI
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St Thomas, USVI- Teamwork and perseverance were displayed when the Royal BVI Yacht Club Youth Sailing Team participated in the St Thomas Yacht Club’s 2025 MLK Regatta on January 18 and 19, 2025.
Opposition laments not being invited to inaugural ‘Tourism Summit’
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—In a pointed exchange during a press conference on January 17, 2025, Leader of His Majesty’s Loyal Opposition in the House of Assembly (HoA) Honourable Ronnie W. Skelton (AL) vehemently lamented the Opposition’s exclusion from the recently concluded inaugural Tourism Summit—held at Peter Island Resort in the Virgin Islands—citing it as reflective of the broader issue of governmental oversight and disregard for inclusivity.
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