Jermaine A. Ricketts sets new course record in West End 2 Mile Run
WEST END, Tortola, VI- Jermaine A. Ricketts used his road racing experience to good effect to win the West End 2 Mile Run held on December 7, 2024.
Consultations & educational drive begin on Public Service Management Act, 2024
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Office of the Deputy Governor has embarked on an initiative themed ‘Transforming Together’ as they bring the now assented to Public Service Management Act, 2024 to public officers and the public.
Public Alert: Robert Rekis not licensed or regulated by FSC
PASEA ESTATE, Tortola, VI- The BVI Financial Services Commission (FSC) has issued a public statement stating Robert Rekis has “never been licensed or regulated by the FSC to carry on any type of financial services business”.
Talking Points zoom in on Territorial pride & infrastructure woes
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI—The British Virgin Islands (BVI) is at a critical juncture, facing pressing challenges in infrastructure maintenance, economic policy, and cultural pride. These were among some of the issues candidly explored during a lively discussion on Talking Points, a ZBVI 780 AM radio programme aired on December 9, 2024.
RVIPF has made ‘good progress’- Governor Pruce
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Governor Daniel Pruce has said there is room for the United Kingdom (UK) to assist the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) in improving in many areas.
PwC forensic audit lifts lid on dubious financial practices @ BVITB
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—The leaked forensic investigation conducted by PricewaterhouseCoopers Advisory Services Limited (PwC) into the operations of the British Virgin Islands Tourist Board (BVITB), has brought to the public spotlight, critical shortcomings in the entity’s financial management, compliance, and oversight—including but not limited to glaringly unjustified financial adjustments to formal records, conflict of interest and outright corrupt procurement practices.
Deliver or ‘you will not be worthy of re-election’- Skelton-Cline to VIP gov’t
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- "Dr. Wheatley and your team, you have a chance to improve the quality of life for the people of these Virgin Islands, but you must hasten your steps; before you know it, it will be 2027, and if you don't deliver, you will not be worthy of re-election."
BVI Food Fete 2025 kicks off on Valentine's Day
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- BVI Food Fete 2025 was officially launched under the theme ‘Savour the Flavour’ with a Media Breakfast Launch at Taste the BVI at the Cyril B. Romney Tortola Pier Park on Friday, December 6, 2024.
Major road & water supply upgrades for Manchester
MANCHESTER, Tortola, VI- Ongoing road and water infrastructure projects in the Manchester area are aimed at addressing long-standing issues of water ponding and outdated water distribution systems, Minister for Communications and Works Honourable Kye M. Rymer (R5) has said.
BVIAA ‘intentional’ about improving access to intra-regional travel- Hon Rymer
TRELLIS BAY, Beef Island, VI- Minister for Communications and Works Hon Kye M. Rymer (R5) has said the BVI Airports Authority (BVIAA) has been intentional in stepping up to bring more airlines into the Virgin Islands to increase the availability of intra-regional travel.
VI infrastructure ‘not ready’ for minimum wage increase- DJ Commodore
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- The deferral of the minimum wage increase for the Virgin Islands was one of the key topics discussed on the final Talking Points for the year on Monday, December 9, 2024, on ZBVI 780 AM.
Inter-Secondary School Chess Tournament on this week
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Seven schools will compete in the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports’ Inter-Secondary School Chess Tournament which begins this week.
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Christmas in the City kept ‘city alight’ - Mrs Brathwaite-Edwards
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The 26th edition of Christmas in the City has been labelled a success by City Manager Mrs Janice E.L. Brathwaite-Edwards.
PwC report shows governance & payroll irregularities @ BVITB
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A confidential forensic investigation report by PricewaterhouseCoopers Advisory Services Limited (PwC), has exposed significant governance, payroll, and compliance ‘lapses’ at the BVI Tourist Board (BVITB).
USVI: Anti-drug trafficking measure co-sponsored by Plaskett clears house
VI CONSORTIUM
WASHINGTON DC, USA- Last year, Congresswoman Stacey Plaskett announced that she had joined her Puerto Rican counterpart Congresswoman Jenniffer Gonzalez-Colon to introduce the Caribbean Border Counternarcotics Strategy Act, H.R. 920.
BVIOC board to leave ‘solid foundation’ for future leaders- Mr Ephraim E. Penn
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- President of the BVI Olympic Committee (BVIOC) Mr Ephraim E. Penn has said the recently elected executive board of the BVIOC wants to leave a solid foundation for their successors.
LIAT 2020’s inaugural call to VI
TRELLIS BAY, Beef Island, VI- LIAT (2020) Limited made its inaugural call to the Terrence B Lettsome International Airport, Beef Island last night, December 8, 2024.
Dame Janice M. Pereira officially begins duty on Privy Council
LONDON, England, UK- Former Chief Justice of the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court (ECSC) and one of the newest members to His Majesty King Charles III’s Privy Council, the Right Hon Dame Janice M. Pereira, DBE, has officially walked into the history books yet again as she attends her first case on Privy Council.
Ivan Dawson Primary School gifted $1,000 from ‘Adult Spell-Off Initiative’
CANE GARDEN BAY, Tortola, VI- A wave of celebration swept through the Ivan Dawson Primary School on Thursday, December 5, 2024, as students and staff warmly welcomed a team of distinguished visitors, led by Deputy Governor David D. Archer Jr., Hon Melvin M. Turnbull (R2), and Adult Spell-Off co-producers Darryl E. F. Flanders and Mandisa Frett, to present a $1,000 cheque to the school—a generous contribution from the Virgin Islands Adult Spell-Off initiative in collaboration with the Public Service Week Com
New Service Commission appointments announced
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Office of the Deputy Governor announced new appointments to various Service Commissions which were confirmed in 2024.
USVI: 'Soup for Your Soul' Festival to celebrate local cuisine & community unity
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St. Croix, USVI- The inaugural Soup for Your Soul Festival, organized by House of Printing, is set to take place on Sunday, December 15, from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Buddhoe Park in Frederiksted.
Football programme launched in schools
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A new sports programme for schools has been launched in the Virgin Islands (VI) by the Ministry of Education, Sports and Youth Affairs.
UK-backed enhancements to strengthen security & safety @ HMP
BALSAM GHUT, Tortola, VI- The Government of the United Kingdom (UK) has delivered on a promise to boost the British Virgin Islands’ prison system, located in Balsam Ghut, Tortola with a comprehensive support package aimed at enhancing security, operational efficiency, and staff protection at His Majesty’s Prison (HMP).
Anegada Lobster Festival ‘a major success’- Clive L McCoy
FISH BAY, Tortola, VI- Even though there was a much slower crowd on the Saturday of the 2024 Anegada Lobster Festival, Director of the BVI Tourist Board and Film Commission (BVITB) Mr Clive L. McCoy said the overall event this year was a huge success.
Gross financial mismanagement @ BVITB underscored in PwC investigation
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A leaked confidential comprehensive investigation by PricewaterhouseCoopers Advisory Services Limited (PwC) has provided critical insights into the financial and operational mismanagement at the BVI Tourist Board & Film Commission (BVITB&FC).
Long Bay Beach Resort among 2024 Top 100 Hotels & Resorts
LONG BAY, Tortola, VI- The Long Bay Beach Resort has been named on the Luxury Lifestyle Awards Top 100 Luxury Hotels and Resorts for 2024.
Territorial spirit shines @ Long Look Christmas tree lighting
LONG LOOK, Tortola, VI-The spirit of Christmas permeated the atmosphere on the evening of December 5, 2024, as residents of Long Look gathered for the annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony at the Long Look Park.
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By Dickson C. Igwe
Donald Trump and his Make America Great Again Agenda has one Achilles Heel. A weakness that will test the limits of US power and Trump’s ability to drive his America First Agenda: the rise of the South.
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Re-election as BVIOC President humbling & gratifying- Mr Ephraim E. Penn
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Mr Ephraim E. Penn was re-elected as President of the BVI Olympic Committee (BVIOC) on Thursday, December 5, 2024, at the BVIOC's Annual General Meeting (AGM).
New Trellis Bay Rest Stop promises comfort for commuters & tourists
TRELLIS BAY, Beef Island, VI- In a celebration of resilience, progress, and collaboration, the much-anticipated Trellis Bay Rest Stop was officially inaugurated on Thursday, December 5, 2024.
This Week We Feature Young Professional Elinah A. Phillip
By Kirshena J. Joseph
Some people are blessed to have the opportunity to pursue one of their dreams, it is an additional blessing to be able to pursue two.
USVI: Mother of CAHS student breaks silence on Bruce Smith abuse
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St. Thomas, USVI- “It's been six years but it's still fresh, reliving the whole situation,” the woman said, her voice shaking with emotion. “I was gaslighted by adults,” argued the mother of a boy who was assaulted by convicted child molester Alfredo Bruce Smith.
UPDATE: Female officer who pulled gun is PC Jellian Hobson
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- As reported by Virgin Islands News Online (VINO) on Thursday, December 5, 2024, a female police officer was arrested following a domestic violence incident.
Applications now open for the 2025 VI Asia Abroad Scholarships
WAN CHAI, Hong Kong- The Virgin Islands Hong Kong Office is excited to announce that applications are now open for the 2025 BVI Asia Abroad Scholarships.
Concrete Construction Training launched by HLSCC
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- The H Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) launched its Concrete Construction Training programme, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at developing the next generation of skilled construction professionals.
Special Education Day 2024 to highlight access & equity for all
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—The Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs, and Sports in the Virgin Islands will be championing the themes of access and equity during the observance of ‘Special Education Day 2024’ today Friday, December 6, 2024.
Trinidadian acquitted of 22 gun related charges
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Trinidadian Kellon M. Fortune, a resident of Lower Estate on Tortola, was acquitted of twenty-two counts of possession of prohibited weapons and possession of an unlicensed firearm on Thursday, December 5, 2024.
Vehicle caught fire on Cane Garden Bay Hill
CANE GARDEN BAY, Tortola, VI- A vehicle caught on fire this afternoon, Thursday, December 4, 2024, on Cane Garden Bay Hill.
Alarming failures uncovered @ BVITB in PwC Special Audit
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A damning investigation by internationally renowned PricewaterhouseCoopers Advisory Services Limited (PwC), into the operations of the BVI Tourist Board & Film Commission (BVITB&FC) has revealed a pattern of systemic failures, compliance breaches, and governance weaknesses between 2014 and 2018.
2024 Christmas in the City dedicated to Claude Parillon’s memory
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Christmas in the City this year will honour the life, legacy, and music of the late Claude Parillon.
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