Mossack Fonseca co-founder among 28 acquitted in Panama Papers scandal
NEW YORK, USA – A now-defunct law firm in the Virgin Islands (VI) Mossack Fonseca & Co, whose firm was hit with the biggest fine in the territory’s history following an investigation into the Panama Papers scandal, has now seen its CEO acquitted of charges in latest court action.
SCB residents invited to meeting to discuss various proposed projects for district
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- The public is being notified that the Town and Country Planning Department will be hosting a community meeting for the residents of Sea Cows Bay on Thursday, July 4, 2024, to discuss several planned projects in the Third District.
Expats require work permits to work @ Festival booths- VI Gov’t reminds
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- As the [British] Virgin Islands gears up to celebrate emancipation from slavery, expatriates are being reminded they need work permits to be employed at any of the booths in the Larina Loretta Jacobs-Lamothe Festiville.
Freedom? Who said the struggle was over?
Alred C. Frett
Holiday still only comes before Work & Reward in the Dictionary:
Just a word of caution… We have lived the Past and look forward to the Future, but for better or worse, all we have is here and now… Time moves on; Summer has arrived, Festive Season is here, and threats of Hurricanes are upon us, but before getting lost in sadness or celebrations, let us do the best we can while we can, in preparing as if another Hurricane Irma is on its way… Better we are safe than sorry.
Labour Management System a ‘OneStop Shop’ for Labour in VI- Hon Smith
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Calling it a landmark moment for the Department of Labor and Workforce Development and for the entire [British] Virgin Islands, Deputy Premier and Minister for Financial Services, Labour and Trade, Hon Lorna G. Smith, OBE (AL) officially launched the New Labour Management System last week.
Hurricane Beryl on path to Jamaica; Coastal flood advisory issued for St. Croix
VI CONSORTIUM
CHRISTIANSTED, St Croix, USVI - Hurricane Beryl has left a trail of destruction and deaths reported death in St. Vincent and the Grenadines, according to Prime Minister Ralph Gonsalves.
Hon Skelton seeking contract with Gov't; Moves not to vacate seat!
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- It is the constitutional thing to do if a current member of the House of Assembly (HoA) is seeking to do business with the Government that a resolution is brought to the HoA.
Reflect on ‘history, victories & spirit of unity’ in celebrating VI Day 2024– Premier
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Virgin Islands (VI) Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), in his Virgin Islands Day 2024 message, says as the territory celebrates its journey towards greater autonomy and self-determination, the people of the territory must also use the opportunity to reflect on the history, victories, and the spirit of unity of the VI.
Lawyers afraid of victimisation regarding Anegada lands- Darrell A. Ruan Jr
THE SETTLEMENT, Anegada, VI – Chairman of the Anegada Land Development Advisory Committee Mr Darrell A. Ruan Jr has blamed victimisation as slowing the land settlement issue which has been ongoing for years.
UPDATE: Jordan Romney wins 2024 One VI Poker Run
CANE GARDEN BAY, Tortola, VI- It was a rough ride for boaters in the One VI Poker Run on Sunday, June 30, 2024, but that did not curtail the fun in any way, as participants were not daunted.
Hurricane Beryl: ‘Stand ready to assist if called upon’- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- “We observe this Virgin Islands Day humbly and prayerfully as our friends in the region endure the impacts of a very dangerous Hurricane Beryl,” Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) stated as part of his message to the nation on Virgin Islands Day today, July 1, 2024.
UPDATE: Dangerous Hurricane Beryl closes in on southeast Caribbean
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Hurricane Beryl is taking aim at the Windward Islands with 120-mph winds. Life-threatening winds and storm surge are expected to hit the islands this morning, according to the latest advisory from the National Hurricane Center.
Business Watch: CBRTPP Boardwalk Businesses Highlighted
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Businesses along the boardwalk of Cyril B. Romney Tortola Pier Park were highlighted on the latest episode of Retail Therapy & In Our Kitchen on Friday, June 29, 2024.
Travis Walters, Monique & GenY Factor winners among host of artistes for 1st VI Icon Awards
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The 1st Virgin Islands Icon Awards is set for the Multi-Purpose Sports Complex tomorrow, Monday, July 1, 2024.
USVI: St Croix man arrested after shooting gun into the air during confrontation
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- A man is facing charges of reckless endangerment and brandishing a firearm after admitting to police officers that he shot an unlicensed firearm into the air in an attempt to intimidate a rival.
BVI Full Moon Puerto Rico Party 2024 smashes attendance records
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico - Almost 3,000 guests and fans of the British Virgin Islands arrived at VIVO Beach Club in Isla Verde, Puerto Rico, to celebrate the already traditional BVI Full Moon Party on Saturday, June 22, 2024, an increase from previous years according to event organizers.
BVI High School Class of 94 marks 30th anniversary by awarding new graduates
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The BVI High School Class of 1994 has celebrated their 30th-year anniversary by giving back to this year's graduates of the Elmore Stoutt High School (ESHS) in a significant and meaningful way.
NAGICO & Interpath are Platinum Sponsors of 2024 CASA Jr Championships
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- NAGICO Insurances has announced its Platinum Sponsorship of the prestigious Caribbean Area Squash Association (CASA) Junior Championships to be hosted by the Virgin Islands (BVI) from June 30th to July 6th, 2024.
Division E. Toastmasters welcomes new Director Camille T. Merry
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Division E Toastmasters in the Caribbean have welcomed a new Division Director, Camille T. Merry (BVI), and her team for the 2024-2025 Toastmasters term.
VI, UK relations at critical juncture with UK elections looming- E. Benito Wheatley
NEW YORK, New York - The British Virgin Islands' relationship with the United Kingdom is at a critical juncture with the UK General Election looming on July 4, 2024, that is shift power from the ruling party to the opposition party according to Special Envoy to the Premier Mr E. Benito Wheatley.
70th Anniversary Festival Village will be @ new reclamation
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- In a move that has met the praises of many, the 2024 Road Town Festival Village will be held at the new reclamation site that hosted the return of the Virgin Islands Music Festival.
The BVI has for years suffered corruption & allegations of corruption- Ex-UK police officer
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Although the Commissioner of Inquiry was not considered a criminal investigation and did not find hard core evidence of corruption in the Virgin Islands, a former police officer in the United Kingdom, Andy J. Cooke, has surprisingly stated that the [British] Virgin Islands suffered from corruption for years.
UPDATE: Tropical wave could become Tropical Storm Beryl this weekend- NHC
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The US National Hurricane Centre (NHC) has said the second storm of this year’s hurricane season could form within the next 24 to 48 hours.
Deputy Premier presents laptops to graduates of Robinson O'Neal Memorial Primary
NORTH SOUND, Virgin Gorda, VI- Deputy Premier and Minister for Financial Services, Labour, and Trade, Honourable Lorna G. Smith, OBE (AL), recently presented fifteen laptop computers to the principal, Ms Akima Powell, of Robinson O'Neal Memorial Primary School (ROMPS) for its graduating class of 2024.
Jonathan Industrious receives 23rd Ivan Dawson Memorial Scholarship
CANE GARDEN BAY, Tortola, VI- The recipient of the 23rd Ivan Dawson Memorial Scholarship is 11-year-old Jonathan Industrious.
Police recover high-powered weapons on Tortola; Arrests made
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has said it successfully recovered three prohibited firearms from two separate incidents this week.
Crimefighting plans in latest law enforcement review must be redacted- Hon Penn
FAT HOGS BAY, Tortola, VI - Opposition member in the Virgin Islands (VI) House of Assembly (HoA), Hon Marlon A. Penn (R8) has called for more information in a new report of a review of law enforcement in the Virgin Islands (VI) to be redacted as a matter of national security.
BVI FSC announces retirement of Chairman Robin F. Gaul
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The BVI Financial Services Commission announced this week, that Mr. Robin F. Gaul FCCA, Chairman of its Board of Commissioners, will retire from office with effect from 30 June 2024, following lengthy tenure with the Board.
ESHS Assistant Principal Cecil A. Hodge retires
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Well-known school administrator Mr Cecil A. Hodge is calling it a day after 36 years of service at Elmore Stoutt High School (ESHS).
Pap Test Screening Initiative successfully targets over 300 women
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Over 300 women signed up to participate in the Celebrating Life: Know>Fix>Live>WIN! free pap smear initiative titled CERVICAL CANCER, THAT’S ENOUGH.
VI to host OECS 11th Council of Ministers Meeting
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Government of the Virgin Islands will be hosting the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Eleventh Council of Ministers: Environmental Sustainability (COM:ES 11) from July 2 to 4, 2024.
Avanell Morton elected new BVIFA President
EAST END, Tortola, VI- The BVI Football Association (BVIFA) held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Elections at the BVIFA Office on East End on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, when Avanell Morton was voted in as its new President.
Father pleads for return of alleged abducted child
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – A father in the Virgin Islands (VI) has taken to social media over what he claimed was the alleged abduction of his daughter by the mother sometime last Thursday, June 20, 2024.
'Gov’t business travel must be worth it' – Hon Lorna G. Smith
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI - Deputy Premier and Minister for Financial Services, Labour and Trade Hon Lorna G. Smith, OBE said travelling on official business for the Government of the Virgin Islands (VI) must bring returns for the territory.
VG United & star-studded One Love reach Final of 2024 President’s Cup
GREENLAND, Tortola, VI- Virgin Gorda United will be playing One Love FC in the Final of the 2024 Presidents Cup, after both recorded comfortable wins in their respective semi-finals at East End/Long Look on Sunday, June 23, 2024.
Agape adds Grade 7 for 2024/2025 school year
ANDERSON ESTATE, Tortola, VI- Christian-based education institution Agapé Total Life Academy (ATLA) has announced it will introduce a Grade 7 in time for the 2024-2025 school year at Anderson Estate, Tortola, following the recent approval from the Ministry of Education to expand to a secondary division.
VI joins Chile & Colombia’s call for stronger response to disaster displacement
BOGOTA, Colombia, SA- The [British] Virgin Islands (VI) has joined the Governments of Chile and Colombia in jointly calling for the strengthening of the regional framework for response to forced displacements caused by disasters such as hurricanes in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Enis Adams Primary School receives new playground
MEYERS ESTATE, Tortola, VI- Enis Adams Primary School students can find play at school a lot more fun, thanks to a new playground.
USVI: Body of missing diver found in Frederiksted waters
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- The body of a missing diver was found late Monday night, June 24, 2024, after an extensive search effort off the coast of Frederiksted. The diver, identified by next of kin as Craig Todman, also known as “Tygah,” had gone missing earlier in the day.
Cabinet approves Discretionary Powers Guide for VI Ministers, Depts
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – The Cabinet of the Virgin Islands has noted and approved the Policy - "A Report to Guide the Proper and Lawful Exercise of Discretionary Powers in the Virgin Islands” developed to implement Recommendation A3 of the Framework for Implementation of the Recommendations of the Commission of Inquiry Report and Other Reforms.
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