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Opposition Leader joins Premier for 30th H.L. Stoutt Wreath-laying Ceremony
CAPPOONS BAY, Tortola, VI- The 30th annual wreath-laying ceremony to honour the memory of the first Chief Minister, H. Lavity Stoutt, was held today, March 3, 2025, a public holiday.
H. Lavity Stoutt celebrated @ Heroes Live Forever concert
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- It was a night of class, elegance and unforgettable performances at the Heroes Live Forever: The H. Lavity Stoutt Concert last evening, Sunday, March 2, 2025.
USVI charter operators must pay fair fees; 1992 rates unacceptable- Premier
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has rejected as "unacceptable" for charter operators from the United States Virgin Islands (USVI) to continue paying outdated fees from 1992 while generating significant revenue for their own economy.
Hon Skelton was first choice for Asia Trade Mission- Premier
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—It was Leader of His Majesty’s Loyal Opposition Honourable Ronnie W. Skelton (AL) who was originally invited to be part of the Virgin Islands Trade delegation to the Asia-Pacific region.
VI remembers H. Lavity Stoutt today
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Today, March 3, 2025, the Virgin Islands (VI) honours its first Chief Minister and National Hero the late Hon H. Lavity Stoutt.
Premier's Office concludes Town Hall Meetings on COI Governance Reforms
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Premier’s Office recently concluded a series of town hall meetings aimed at discussing the 48 Recommendations of the Commission of Inquiry (COI) and their impact on the governance of the Virgin Islands.
Cara Christopher appointed Acting Deputy Director of Human Resources
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Cara Christopher has been appointed Acting Deputy Director of Human Resources, while the substantive post-holder is on leave for a period of three (3) years.
Pastor from Tortola arrested on Child Abuse & Unlawful Sexual Contact charges in USVI
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St Thomas, USVI- The [US] VI Police Department Criminal Investigation Bureau has arrested 63-year-old Lawrence Turnbull of Estate Mandahl, and pastor of the St Paul Baptist Church, on charges of child abuse and unlawful sexual contact.
UDDATE: Body of Bernard George was already decaying when found- Police
HANDSOME BAY, Virgin Gorda, VI- The body of local fisherman Bernard George was already in a state of decomposition when discovered at Handsome Bay Beach on the evening of Friday, February 28, 2025.
Transportation a major challenge to food Security through CARICOM- Hon Fraser
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—Deputy Premier and Third District Representative Honourable Julian Fraser RA is of the view, ongoing constraints to importing food from CARICOM into the Virgin Islands—with transportation being a major challenge—does not make that option a viable one for the Territory’s food security at the moment.
New cheque collection system will enhance security & accountability- FS Frett
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Effective today, March 1, 2025, an authorisation to collect cheques form must be submitted to the Treasury Department before a third party can collect cheques.
Take extra precautions when making late-night ATM withdrawals- RVIPF
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Following a second armed robbery targeting individuals withdrawing cash from the Banco Popular ATM in recent weeks, the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is urging the public to be vigilant.
Reviving horse racing in VI won’t be cheap- Hon Fraser
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The return of horse racing at the world-renowned Ellis Thomas Downs facility will come at a significant financial cost, according to Deputy Premier Hon Julian Fraser RA (R3).
VG Dumpsite gets new admin office
SPANISH TOWN, Virgin Gorda, VI- With the construction of an administration office, the longstanding health and welfare issue at the Virgin Gorda Dumpsite has been addressed.
UPDATE: Stolen vehicles recovered
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has reported that the two vehicles reported stolen from MR Rentals in Paraquita Bay have been recovered.
The world is at threat from world war
By Dickson C. Igwe
OK: The world is on a nonstop news cycle. Donald Trump and his actions since he has become US President are on the front pages, daily. The latest has hit home in the Virgin Islands with the threat of 24% tariffs from Governor Bryan of the US
Virgin Islands. Aggressive migration policies and rising racial prejudice and discrimination in Trump’s USA is another concern for the Virgin Islands.
'We will not be bullied'- Premier Wheatley to USVI Gov't
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has said the Virgin Islands will not be bullied by the United States Virgin Islands (USVI), as proposed increases to charter licenses fees form part of amendments to the Commercial Recreational Vessels Licensing Act.
Omari Roberts murder: 2 arrested & released
SOUTH HILL, Anguilla- The Royal Anguilla Police Force (RAPF) has said it continues to investigate the murder of Omari Roberts, who was shot dead at Hillside Bar and Grill, located on Back Street, South Hill, Anguilla early February 17, 2025.
Hon Walwyn slams Proceeds of Criminal Conduct (Amendment) Bill 2025
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI— In a scathing critique of proposed amendments to the Proceeds of Criminal Conduct Act during his contribution to the House of Assembly (HoA) debate on February 27, 2025, Opposition Member Honourable Myron V. Walwyn (R6) argued that the proposed legislation not only infringes on privacy rights but includes excessive state overreach by law enforcement and the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) through the broad and ambiguous scope of certain legislative provisions.
$1.2M Entrepreneurial Zone opens in Huntums Ghut
HUNTUMS GHUT, Tortola, VI- The Entrepreneurial Zone in Huntums Ghut in the Fifth District was officially opened on Thursday, February 27, 2025, marking the end of an almost five-year journey.
UPDATE: VI boat captain Jose Miguel Hodge charged for alien smuggling in USVI
ANNABERG BEACH, St John, USVI- United States Attorney Delia L. Smith announced on February 27, 2025, that Jose Miguel Hodge, 31, of the Virgin Islands, was charged with alien smuggling.
Man charged following Monday’s high-speed chase
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- Police have arrested and charged Morgan Maduro with Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Drug and Reckless and Negligent Act following a high-speed chase that ended in Sea Cows Bay on Monday, February 24, 2025.
Initial contact made with DR to strengthen relations
SANTIAGO, Chile- Initial contact has been made with the Dominican Republic (DR) as the Virgin Islands intends to strengthen economic cooperation with the neighbouring country in several areas, including trade and agriculture.
VI legislators must stand firm in face of USVI’s trade & travel policy shifts- Pastor Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI—Renowned social and political commentator, former government consultant, and Pastor Claude O. Skelton-Cline has issued a stark warning about the potential economic impact of recent measures proposed by United States Virgin Islands (USVI) Governor Albert Bryan Jr., since calling for a coming together of all 13 legislators in the House to stand firm confronting the latest exogenous threat.
Increased public assistance grants tied to cost of living challenges- Hon Vincent O. Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—The Government of the Virgin Islands has increased Public Assistance Grants to vulnerable residents, Minister for Health and Social Development, Honourable Vincent O. Wheatley (R9), announced during a statement to the House of Assembly (HoA) on February 25, 2025.
Go back to your country if you want to change VG Easter Festival date- Flax-Charles
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- Mrs Shereen D. Flax-Charles has challenged persons who want to change the dates of the Virgin Gorda Easter Festival to go back to their country of birth.
ESHS & VISTS advance to finals of Inter-Secondary Schools Debate Competition
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- The Elmore Stoutt High School (ESHS) and the Virgin Islands School of Technical Studies (VISTS) emerged victorious in the semi-finals of the 2025 Inter-Secondary School Debate Competition.
BVI SDA School adds archery to Inter-House Sports Programme
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Some school sports history was created on Sunday, February 23, 2025, when the BVI Seventh-day Adventist School in Sea Cows Bay included archery in its Inter-House Sports Programme for the first time.
‘Our unity problem is an immigration problem’- Pastor Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Political commentator and former government consultant Pastor Claude O. Skelton-Cline has reignited the debate on immigration and national unity in the Virgin Islands, asserting that the country’s struggle for cohesion is fundamentally tied to its approach to immigration policies.
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Lawfirm for Tamir Lake’s family seeks $2.5M settlement in wrongful death case
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- The legal battle over the tragic death of 22-month-old Tamir Lake has intensified, as attorneys representing his mother, Rhonda Jeremiah, demand a $2.5 million settlement from Lutheran Social Services of the Virgin Islands (LSSVI)and other responsible parties. The demand follows claims of negligence, inadequate care, and wrongful actions that ultimately led to the child’s death while in state custody.
VI seeking ‘greater presence’ in China’s AI powerhouse sector Qianhai- Premier
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—The Government of the Virgin Islands has plans to “functionalise” a key Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with China’s Shenzhen’s special free trade innovation zone, Qianhai, by 2026.
Praise Adonai staging fundraising concert Saturday ahead of Orlando tour
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- under the theme ‘One Love, One Gospel, One God', Gospel group Praise Adonai will be holding a concert this weekend, Saturday, March 1, 2025, from 7:00 pm at the BVI Seventh-day Adventist School in Sea Cows Bay, Tortola.
‘Amicable solution’ reached with Chalwell family for road works to continue- Gov’t
HODGE’S CREEK, Tortola, VI- The Government of the Virgin Islands has announced it has reached an agreement with the Chalwell family for road works to continue at Hodge’s Creek.
Hon Fraser met Silicon Valley investors during CARICOM summit in Barbados
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – There is immense potential—tangible and otherwise—for the Virgin Islands to benefit from, including major international investment, according to Deputy Premier Honourable Julian Fraser RA (R3), following his participation in the 48th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of CARICOM that took place in Barbados from February 19-21, 2025.
ESHS resumes in-person learning tomorrow, Feb 26
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Students of Elmore Stoutt High School (ESHS) will return to the classroom tomorrow, February 26, 2025, since the water issue in Road Town has been resolved.
Akeem Hopkinson guilty of 2021 Murder
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- According to reports reaching our news centre, Akeem Hopkinson was found guilty of the 2021 murder of Catherine Pickering today, February 25, 2025.
Hon Marlon A. Penn debunks reports he is making a political shift
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI— Eighth District Representative and Opposition Member Honourable Marlon A. Penn has made it clear his recent trip to the Asia-Pacific Region with a delegation led by Premier Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) was not an indication he is ready to cross the floor, reaffirming that his commitment remains with the people of the Virgin Islands rather than any particular party.
Chalwell family blocks roadwork on disputed land @ Fat Hogs Bay
FAT HOGS BAY, Tortola, VI- A family in Fat Hogs Bay is actively protesting the use of its family property for a stretch of roadway in Fat Hogs Bay on Tortola, going as far as putting down poles on the disputed area.
Hon Turnbull apologises for ‘sit down & shut up’ remark to Hon de Castro
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI— In a bid to bring closure to a recent controversy, Opposition Member Honourable Melvin M. Turnbull (R2) issued a formal and public apology to Minister for Education, Youth Affairs and Sports Honourable Sharie B. de Castro (AL) for remarks made during a heated exchange in the House of Assembly (HoA), saying his remarks—though derogatory—were made in jest.
UPDATE: Large amounts of marijuana reportedly found following high-speed chase
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- Reports reaching our News Centre are that the high-speed chase involving a male in a Suzuki Jimny and police on February 24, 2025, yielded significant amounts of marijuana.
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