16th Summer Sizzle BVI another success
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The 2026 Global Glamour Runway Show brought the curtains down on the 16th edition of Summer Sizzle BVI.
UPDATE: Filipino woman found dead may have committed suicide?
McNAMARA, Tortola, VI- As police continue their investigation into the death of a female Virgin Islands resident of Filipino nationality, new information has emerged.
BVI Ports Authority announces Emancipation Festival operating hours
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The British Virgin Islands Ports Authority (BVIPA) wishes to advise the public, customers, shipping agents, vessel operators, and stakeholders of its operating hours at Port Purcell during the 2026 Emancipation Festival holiday period.
'Same mechanism that toppled UK PM exists here'- Premier Wheatley
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI— The Premier of the Virgin Islands, and Chairman of the Virgin Islands Party (VIP), Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), has asserted that the very mechanism which ended Keir R. Starmer's leadership in the United Kingdom (VI) is available to remove leaders in the Virgin Islands.
VI Climate Change Trust Fund is free of gov't interference- VICCTF CEO
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI– Chief Executive Officer of the Virgin Islands Climate Change Trust Fund, VICCTF, Mr Chamberlain Emmanuel has rejected suggestions that the government interferes in the trust’s operations, saying the fund operates independently under statute and that decision-making authority rests with its Board of Trustees.
HoA meets today; Opposition ready to fire barrage of questions
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Fifth Sitting of the Third Session of the Fifth House of Assembly (HoA) of the Virgin Islands begins today, Tuesday, July 21, 2026.
NAGICO Insurances & GSL launch historic developmental scholarship
PHILIPSBURG, St Maarten, WI- Through a joint initiative between the ExxonMobil Guyana Global Super League and NAGICO Insurances, one promising young Caribbean cricketer will benefit from a historic developmental scholarship programme for the 2026 tournament.
Andrew M. Burnham is UK’s new Prime Minister
LONDON, England, UK- The Right Hon Andrew M. Burnham became United Kingdom’s (UK) 7th Prime Minister in a decade on Monday, July 20, 2026.
Ex-legislator Archibald C. Christian calls for national household survey
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI— The former legislator with the then National Democratic Party (NDP), Archibald C. Christian, says a national household survey is essential to accelerate development and address pressing issues.
VI engages in National Cervical Cancer Elimination Strategy consultations
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands has taken steps to strengthen its capacity to prevent and control cervical cancer following a National Cervical Cancer Elimination Strategy stakeholder consultation on July 15, 2026.
Jae'Nyiah Defreitas crowned 2026 Festival Prince & Princess
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Francis Lettsome Primary School (FLPS) student Jae'Nyiah Defreitas was crowned the 2026 Virgin Islands Princess while Xae’mouri Harrigan was crowned Prince during the Prince and Princess Pageant on Sunday, July 19, 2026.
‘We leave with a clear understanding’ of VI’s priorities- Nicholas Wareham
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Head of the United Kingdom (UK) delegation for Constitutional Review negotiations, Mr Nicholas Wareham, MVO, has reflected on his visit to the Virgin Islands this week, stating that the team is grateful to all those who engaged with them in “frank and open” dialogue on constitutional change.
Public urged not to make online payments using LMS
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Department of Labour and Workforce Development is advising stakeholders that due to technical difficulties affecting the Labour Management System (LMS), users' ability to access the system may be affected.
USVI: 25 homicides for 2026; 1 arrest: VIPD operating @half capacity
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- The [US] VI Police Department is operating with roughly half the personnel it needs as it confronts homicides, burglaries, and other crimes across the territory, with 25 killings recorded and only one arrest made at the time of a Senate hearing last week.
Residents urged to follow rules to protect QE II Park
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Residents and visitors in the Virgin Islands are reminded that the Queen Elizabeth II Park is a shared community space that requires everyone to observe its rules to protect its grounds, structures, and wildlife.
UPDATE: VG Bayside Blazers win Bring Ya Best Basketball Tournament in St Maarten
PHILIPSBURG, St Maarten, WI- VG Bayside Blazers have proven to be the undisputed best of them all, after winning the 2026 'Bring Ya Best' Basketball Tournament in St Maarten last night, Saturday, July 18, 2026.
HoA Speaker & Clerk attended 5th Commons & OTs Speakers’ Conference
GEORGE TOWN, Cayman Islands- The Speaker of the Virgin Islands House of Assembly, Honourable Corine N. George-Massicote, together with the Clerk of the House, Mrs Bethsaida Smith-Hanley, participated in the 5th Commons and Overseas Territories Speakers’ Conference (COTSC2026) hosted by the Parliament of the Cayman Islands from May 26–29.
TAG announces growing VI sales
ROAD TOWN, Tortola – Chinese automaker GAC has reached a major global milestone, announcing 30 million vehicle owners worldwide, a record that makes it the fastest Chinese automaker to achieve the feat. The achievement arrives just months after GAC entered the Virgin Islands market through local dealer Tortola Auto Group (TAG).
NDP names Aaron F. Parillon & Perline R. Scatliffe-Leonard as 2027 election candidates
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Aaron F. Parillon and Perline R. Scatliffe-Leonard have been ratified by the National Democratic Party (NDP) as candidates to contest the next general election due in 2027 for the Third and Seventh Districts, respectively.
VG power outages due to issues with T&D System- Dr Neil M. Smith
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- General Manager of the BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC), Dr Neil M. Smith, has disclosed that following investigations, the cause of frequent power outages on Virgin Gorda is due to issues with the Transmission and Distribution (T&D) System.
Public can now utilise drop-off canopy @TB Lettsome International Airport
TRELLIS BAY, Beef Island, VI- The installation of the passenger drop-off and pick-up canopy at Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport on Beef Island is nearing completion.
VG Bayside Blazers beat Statia 109-73 to go 3 for 3 in St Maarten
PHILIPSBURG, St Maarten, WI- Virgin Gorda (VG) Bayside Blazers raged to their third win in the 'Bring Ya Best' Basketball Tournament in St Maarten, defeating Statia, 109-73, on Thursday, July 16, 2026, to remain unbeaten.
USVI: 4-year-old boy dies from gunshot wound on St Croix
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI — The [US] VI Police Department is investigating the death of a four-year-old boy who sustained a gunshot wound Thursday evening, July 16, 2026, with the Major Crime Unit working to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
‘Stop being such cowards!’- Skelton-Cline to VI’s corporate community
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- The business community in the Virgin Islands (VI) has come under fire from outspoken social commentator Pastor Claude O. Skelton-Cline, calling on them to stop being cowards.
Gov't critic Cindy Rosan announces independent bid for office!
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Controversial talk show host Rosemary L. Rosan, aka 'Cindy Rosan', has announced on Thursday, July 16, 2026, that she will be an independent Territorial At-Large candidate in the Virgin Islands next general election due by June of 2027.
'Frustrating' that VIslanders not applying or unqualified for simple jobs- Labour Commissioner
SPANISH TOWN, Virgin Gorda, VI- Acting Labour Commissioner Mervin D. Hastings has raised concern that many entry‑level jobs in the Virgin Islands go unfilled by locals because of low application rates and gaps in basic qualifications.
Bevis A. Sylvester earns Master of Laws with Merit
EAST END, Tortola, VI- The former longtime Regional General Manager of Delta Petroleum remains on the move. Mr Bevis A. Sylvester, who left Detla Petroleum a few months ago following its sale to SOL, has earned a Master of Laws (LLM) with Merit in International Commercial Law from the University of Salford, Manchester, United Kingdom.
Deon J. Edwin stars as VG Bayside Blazers burn USA Rivals 96-77 in St Maarten
PHILIPSBURG, St Maarten, WI- Virgin Gorda (VG) Bayside Blazers registered another massive win in the 'Bring Ya Best' Basketball Tournament in St Maarten, overpowering USA Rivals, 96-77, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026.
Cannabis license applications open across USVI
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI: Applications are now open for several cannabis license categories across the territory, with qualified individuals and businesses given until September 15, 2026, to submit their materials through the [US] VI Office of Cannabis Regulation’s online licensing portal.
'If government spends wisely, there’s no need for new taxes'- Archibald C. Christian
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI— Former legislator Archibald C. Christian has questioned the government's decision to raise or introduce taxes to address problems such as the presence of derelict vehicles across the Virgin Islands.
The people are 'not ready' for Vanterpool or Walwyn to lead VI- Claude O. Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Commentator and clergyman Mr Claude O. Skelton-Cline has said the Mark H. Vanterpool-led People’s Leadership Movement (PLM) is not going anywhere politically.
Monea gives life to Christ; Excluded from 2026 VI Emancipation Festival lineup
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI— Virgin Islands international dancehall artiste, Monéa, is denying reports that she doesn’t want to perform in her home country after her name was omitted from this year’s Virgin Islands Emancipation Festival lineup.
Strong Starts, Bright Futures: Rotary Club of Central Tortola begins new Rotary Year 2026-2027 with Focus on Maternal & Child Health
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Rotary Club of Central Tortola officially launched its new Rotary year with an engaging and informative meeting centered on Rotary’s July Area of Focus, Maternal and Child Health.
VI tops OECS in Grade 2 Reading & Math assessments
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The Virgin Islands (VI) has topped the 2026 Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Programme for Educational Advancement and Relevant Learning (PEARL) Regional Assessment for Grade 2.
Back-filling completed on Cox Heath Sea Defense Wall
COX HEATH, Tortola, VI- Back-filling on the 1450ft Cox Heath Sea Defense Wall has been completed, the Ministry of Communications and Works announced today, July 15, 2026.
Boundaries commission not needed for Anegada & JVD to have HoA Reps- Mark H. Vanterpool
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Leader of the People’s Leadership Movement (PLM) Mark H. Vanterpool is not buying Premier Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley’s (R7) explanation that a boundaries commission would be necessary for Anegada and Jost van Dyke to have their own representative in the House of Assembly (HoA).
HM Customs launches upgraded SailClear system
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – His Majesty’s Customs in the Virgin Islands has launched an upgraded version of SailClear, the region’s electronic customs declaration system for yachts and pleasure craft.
VICCTF to hold stakeholder consultations ahead of Call for Proposals
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A series of stakeholder consultations across the Territory will get underway from July 20 to 24, 2026, as the Virgin Islands Climate Change Trust Fund (VICCTF) prepares to launch its first Call for Proposals (CFP 2026-01) in August-September 2026.
Sunoco LP ‘in essence, has a monopoly on fuel’ in the VI- Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Social Commentator and host of Honestly Speaking, Pastor Claude O. Skelton-Cline, has reiterated the need for anti-trust and the Trade Commission, this time using fuel as an example.
‘It is right to look again at a constitution last updated in 2007’- UK Constitution Negotiating Team lead
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The United Kingdom (UK) Constitution Negotiating Team is in the Virgin Islands (VI) for the first round of constitutional negotiations with the VI’s own Constitution Negotiating Team.
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