_01.jpg)
_02.jpg)
_02.jpg)
Premier Wheatley issues ‘call-to-action’ for 2025
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has extended warm New Year's wishes to the people of the Territory, urging collective action to build a sustainable and prosperous future.
Woman attacked & robbed @ knife-point in Greenland
GREENLAND, Tortola, VI- Police are said to be investigating a knife-point robbery that occured on the eastern end of Tortola in the late night hours of December 30, 2024.
$5K surprise donation for MALE BVI
FISH BAY, Tortola, VI- Mentoring Anointed Leaders Everywhere (MALE) BVI received an unexpected $5000.00 contribution from Drakes Traders Ltd.
UN & Regional Minsters endorse VI’s call for SIDS Resilience against disasters
BASSETERRE, Saint Kitts and Nevis- The Virgin Islands’ (VI) call for all Small Island Developing States (SIDS) in the Caribbean region, to receive assistance to become more resilient to natural disasters driven by climate change received both regional and international support.
First US President to visit the VI Jimmy E. Carter, dead @ 100 years
ATLANTA, Georgia, USA- The United States of America’s former President Jimmy E. Carter Jr, a Democrat who was in office from 1977-1981, was the first President to visit the Virgin Islands (VI).
Mystery shoppers to spot-check public service delivery in 2025- Director of Customer Service
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- As 2024 draws to a close, the Office of the Deputy Governor of the Virgin Islands (VI) has announced ambitious plans to further enhance public service delivery in the Territory in 2025, including initiatives aimed at better accountability, online tracking, and enhanced certification standards, among others.
Public officers, elected reps & immature Opposition governance stalling VI's progress- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—Greater accountability among public officers, elected representatives, and the general public is among the challenges facing the Virgin Islands, according to Premier and Minister for Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7).
New Year’s Eve Explosion @TPPL
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Cyril B. Romney Tortola Pier Park will host a New Year’s Eve Explosion to ring in the New Year 2025.
VI prepares to celebrate 75 years of Legislative restoration
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI— Premier and Minister for Finance, Dr. the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) is confident—looking ahead—in the fate of the Virgin Islands (VI), as the Territory prepares to commemorate 75 years since the restoration of its Legislature.
USVI: Licensed gun owner suffers self-inflicted injury @ Festival Village
FREDERIKSTED, St. Croix, USVI- An accidental discharge of a firearm occurred on Sunday evening at Festival Village’s Coney Island area, prompting a swift response from Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and the Virgin Islands Police Department (VIPD).
FSN receives $10K donation from Drakes Traders Ltd.
FISH BAY, Tortola, VI- The Family Support Network (FSN) was once again the recipient of a cash donation, this time from Drakes Traders ltd.
Family of the late Dariel George makes donation to Cancer Society
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The family of the late Dariel George made a financial contribution to the BVI Cancer Society in her honour.
UPDATE: St. Kitts & Nevis wins Miss Caribbean Talented Teen
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Miss St Kitts and Nevis Kaitlyn Wilson was crowned the Haynes Smith Miss Caribbean Talented Teen last evening, December 29, 2024, in Tortola.
D3 remains undefeated in SCBBC 3X3 16U Holiday Tournament
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—The Sea Cows Bay Basketball Club (SCBBC), in collaboration with the BVI Olympic Committee (BVIOC), successfully concluded its Holiday 3x3 Basketball Tournament for the 16 and Under (16U) division.
USVI: Christmas morning break-ins lead to arrest in St. John
CHOCOLATE HOLE, St. John, USVI- A man whose criminal charges keep getting dismissed in plea agreements has been arrested yet again for burglary.
VI’s London Office reminds potential students of study abroad opportunities
LONDON, England, UK- The BVI London Office has put out a reminder to Virgin Islands students looking for an opportunity to further their studies in the United Kingdom (UK) through the UK student financing opportunities.
YEP extension to VG progressing
THE VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- Formal expansion to Virgin Gorda, complete with bigger and better infrastructure is on the horizon for the Youth Empowerment Programme (YEP), as the Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) celebrates two decades in the Virgin Islands (VI).
Peter Island Resort is officially opened
PETER ISLAND, VI- Peter Island Resort was officially declared opened for all access with a ceremonial ribbon cutting today, Saturday, December 28, 2024.
Gov’t finds new site as landlord evicts over cost for derelict vehicles storage
POCKWOOD POND, Tortola, VI- It was a few months ago when controversy erupted over a new land lease and cost to store derelict vehicles in Pockwood Pond, on the main Island of Tortola, on land belonging to business tycoon M. Ashley Ritter.
Gov’t launches Job Evaluation Project for Public Service
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A Job Evaluation Project for the Public Service has been launched by the Office of the Deputy Governor and the Department of Human Resources.
BVI Hong Kong Office hosts Christmas Lunch
HARBOUR ROAD WANCHAI, Hong Kong- Students from the Virgin Islands (VI) who are studying abroad as part of the BVI Asia Abroad Scholarship Programme were treated to Christmas lunch last Saturday, December 21, 2024.
House of Assembly Prorogued- Moves to Second Session
GOVERNMENT HOUSE, Road Town, Tortola, VI- In keeping with Section 84 (1) of the Virgin Islands Constitution Order 2007, Acting Governor His Excellency, Mr David D. Archer Jr. has prorogued the House of Assembly (HoA).
De dollarization and war
By Dickson C. Igwe
A key predictor of global conflict is the power and value of the US Dollar. As the Dollar grows weaker, with the South seeking an alternative to western Anglo- Saxon dominance- the dangers of global conflict rise.
International Motors donates over $6K to FSN
FISH BAY, Tortola, VI- International Motors BVI made a significant financial contribution to the Family Support Network (FSN) during the holiday season.
Two senior Aviation Firefighters honoured ahead of retirement
TRELLIS BAY, Beef Island, VI- The BVI Airports Authority (BVIAA) recently honoured senior Aviation Firefighters, Mr Richard Penn and Mr Kemuel Merry, ahead of their official retirement on December 31, 2024.
USVI: Man arrested for gunfire incident near St. Thomas Community Center
VI CONSORTIUM
HOSPITAL GROUND, St. Thomas, USVI- A man suspected of being behind a September gunfire incident in the Hospital Ground area has been arrested and charged with several firearm offenses.
Dr Pickering shares stories of faith & medicine in his new book
LONG LOOK, Tortola, VI- Former Deputy Premier and Legislator Dr Kedrick D. Pickering has added author to his list of titles following the release of his book ‘Walk in Faith & Medicine: Daily Lessons & Insights from a Doctor’s Handwritten Journal’.
Outstanding Sailors & volunteers of 2024 recognised
NANNY CAY, Tortola, VI- The Royal BVI Yacht Club recognised the remarkable year 2024 was for the sailing community by awarding deserving members and volunteers.
VIPSLI to offer globally recognised Customer Service Certification in 2025
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—The Virgin Islands Public Service Learning Institute (VIPSLI) is poised to revolutionise customer service standards within the public sector, with the launch of a globally recognised Customer Service Certification in 2025.
VI teachers earn more than USVI, other OTs counterparts—Hon de Castro
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—Teachers working in the Virgin Islands (VI) generally earn more than their counterparts in neighbouring US Virgin Islands (USVI), and other Overseas Territories (OTs), according to Minister for Education, Youth Affairs, and Sports Hon Sharie B. de Castro.
VI welcomes first 2024 Christmas baby ‘KB’
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands welcomed its first 2024 Christmas baby at 1:06 AM on December 25, 2024, at Dr D. Orlando Smith Hospital.
HLSCC campus store spreads holiday cheer through toy drive
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI – The H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) Campus Store successfully concluded its Toy Drive, held from November 19 to December 20, 2024.
Health Minister slams outdated ‘Social Security System’
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI — Minister for Health and Social Development, Honourable Vincent O. Wheatley (R9), has announced a suite of legislative, policy, and operational initiatives designed to strengthen the social and health systems and to bring them in alignment across the Virgin Islands (VI).
13 to compete in Miss Caribbean Talented Teen on Sunday
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The 42nd Haynes Smith Miss Caribbean Talented Teen Pageant will be held in the Virgin Islands (VI) on Sunday, December 29, 2024, featuring contestants from across the region.
.jpeg)
FSC & FIA release Institutional Risk Assessment guide
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- The BVI Financial Services Commission (FSC) and the BVI Financial Investigation Agency (FIA) have released their publication giving guidance on Institutional Risk Assessment.
Acting Governor Archer sends message of togetherness this holiday season
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Acting Governor Mr David D. Archer Jr has extended season’s greetings to the Virgin Islands.
Ting a Ling & RIP steals show in year-end Sailing spectacle
NANNY CAY, Tortola, VI—The 2024 Golden Hind Chandlery Commodore's Race, held on Saturday, December 21, 2024, brought the curtains down on this year’s racing calendar in spectacular fashion witnessing a strong turnout with four trimarans and two monohulls competing in two exciting races.
Governor Daniel Pruce calls 2024 a ‘fantastic year’
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Governor Daniel Pruce has said he looks forward to continuing the work he has started as Governor of the Virgin Islands as he looks ahead to 2025.
‘Let us reflect on the birth of the Christ-child’- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley in his holiday message to the Virgin Islands (VI) called for reflection on the reason for the season, Christ.
‘Better bills’ came out of HoA because of the Opposition- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has commended the working relationship between his Virgin Islands Party government and His Majesty’s Loyal Opposition.
Follow Us On
Local News
Recent Comments
- @Full zHpuse on Woman attacked & robbed @ knife-point in Greenland
- CADETS MY MY on $5K surprise donation for MALE BVI
- asking for a friend on 20 complete Leak Detection Workshop led by Water Research Centre
- Anonymous on Fireworks, fun & frolic highlight VI’s NYE celebrations
- asura on D9 Rep thankful for roadworks completed on VG in 2024
