‘Education is an investment; not an expense’- Hon. de Castro
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Minister for Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, Hon Sharie B. de Castro (AL), on December 18, 2024, outlined significant strides funding for education and infrastructure during the 2025 budget debate.
Premier Wheatley & Lorna G. Smith praise development @ Biras Creek
BIRAS CREEK, Virgin Gorda, VI- While many criticize the administration of Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) for a lack of development in the Territory, one development has received high praise.
WNBA Coach facilitates 3X3 Basketball Christmas Camp
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – The Sea Cow’s Bay Basketball Club, in collaboration with the British Virgin Islands Olympic Committee (BVIOC), concluded a 3x3 basketball Christmas Camp for youth players aged 9-16 at the Multipurpose Sports Complex on December 20, 2024.
VI’s Rules of Criminal Procedure are under review
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands’ (VI) Rules of Criminal Procedure are being reviewed by the Criminal Justice Advisory Group.
Upgrades to Dr D. Orlando Smith Hospital coming- Hon Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—The Dr D. Orlando Smith Hospital will soon receive significant upgrades that reflect the quality and type of service offered by the Territory's Health Services Authority.
Anegadians for Progress Inc makes donation to Anegada clinic
THE SETTLEMENT, Anegada, VI- Anegadians for Progress Inc, based in New York, made a substantial donation to the Nurse Romalia Smith Clinic.
Premier apologises for minimum wage debacle
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- In his budget debate rebuttal to the Virgin Islands’ (VI) House of Assembly (HoA) on December 19, 2024, Premier and Minister for Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), issued a public apology to employers and employees impacted by the debacle resultant from delays in implementing a new minimum wage.
Funds approved to settle funeral debt for late Legislators Carvin & Vernon
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The year 2024 saw the passing of two giants who served in the Legislature, the late businessman Carvin Malone and Attorney Vernon E. Malone.
Dr Dawson is looking forward to 2025
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Junior Minister for Agriculture and Fisheries Dr the Hon Karl Dawson (R1) said he is looking forward to 2025 coming from an intense 2024.
Flood solution works underway in Third District
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- Deputy Premier and Third District Representative, Hon Julian Fraser RA on Friday, December 20, 2024, provided his constituents with key updates on flood mitigation efforts via a social media post, where he addressed ongoing works to alleviate flooding in the district, highlighting the use of modern infrastructure to tackle long-standing challenges.
CIL announces 2024 Coconut Tart, Guavaberry & Christmas Cake Competition winners
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Caribbean Insurers Limited (CIL) successfully hosted its highly anticipated annual Coconut Tart, Guavaberry, and Christmas Cake Competition on Friday, December 20, 2024.
26 entrepreneurs receive MSME grants
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—The government of the Virgin Islands (VI) on Friday December 20, 2024, hosted the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Grant Award Ceremony—organised by the Ministry of Financial Services, Economic Development, and Digital Transformation—aimed at supporting small businesses and fostering economic growth in Territory.
District 1 Fiesta on today
WEST END, Tortola, VI- The third annual District 1 Christmas Fiesta will be held today, Saturday, December 21, 2024, from 1 PM.
More ‘modern’ roads for the VI- Hon Rymer
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Hon Kye M. Rymer (R5), Minister for Communications and Works, has revealed a more modern road infrastructure is coming for the Virgin Islands (VI).
De dollarization
By Dickson C. Igwe
The South were former colonies of European empires. Today they are emerging economic and military powers. China leads the global south in a world that is heading towards multi-polarity. The World Order of Bretton Woods, Dollarization, and accompanying institutions, is in decline as the South rises.
Aneil A.B. Caines wins Rotary Club of Central Tortola’s Car Raffle
PASEA ESTATE, Tortola, VI-Mr Aneil A.B. Caines walked away the grand prize winner of the 2024 Rotary Club of Central Tortola Annual Car Raffle.
Ghostinyou & Pure Speight to clash again on Dec 22 in STT
ESTATE BOVONI, St Thomas, USVI- The recent clash between Governor’s Cup champion Gostinyou of Tortola and Lt Governor’s Cup winner Pure Speight of St Croix did not live up to the hype on November 3, 2024; however, the matchup is not yet over.
Premier Wheatley slams ‘deliberate opposition mis-information’ on tourism stats
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—Premier of the Virgin Islands (VI) and Minister for Finance, Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), addressing concerns raised by Opposition Members about the state of the tourism industry, dismissed it as outright ‘misinformation’ during a comprehensive and fiery rebuttal in the House of Assembly's (HoA) Budget Debate for the proposed spending by the administration for 2025.
USVI shines in 2025 Caribbean Travel Awards
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- The U.S. Virgin Islands has been recognised as a leading Caribbean destination, earning top accolades in four categories in the 2025 Caribbean Travel Awards.
Hon Lorna G. Smith OBE appointed to Public Accounts Committee
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI — Honourable Lorna G. Smith OBE (AL) has been officially appointed to the House of Assembly's (HoA) Public Accounts Committee (PAC), following a motion passed unanimously by members during its December 19, 2024, sitting.
Lorie A. Freeman tipped to be Director of Social Security Board
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Virgin Islander Ms Lorie A. Freeman has been approved by Cabinet to become the new Director of the British Virgin Islands (BVI) Social Security Board.
Tourism ‘glass is more than half full’- Hon Dr Dawson
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Junior Minister for Agriculture and Fisheries Dr the Hon Karl Dawson (R1) has expressed optimism about the Virgin Islands’ (VI) tourism sector.
District 6 Christmas Carol Competition happening tonight
STONE HAVEN, Tortola, VI- The District 6 Christmas Carol Competition will take place tonight, December 19, 2024, in Stone Haven.
USVI: Bank fraud & money laundering charges added in woodpile scandal case
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St. Thomas, USVI- A second superseding indictment in what has become known as the woodpile scandal lays new charges of bank fraud, money laundering, and false statements on loan and credit applications against Darin Richardson, alleging fraudulent behavior in the construction and purchase of two separate properties on St. Thomas.
District 9 cleanup moves to Handsome Bay
HANDSOME BAY, Virgin Gorda, VI- Hon Vincent O. Wheatley (R9) has invited members of the community to come out and support this month’s cleanup at Handsome Bay.
‘Develop a plan’ to address issues- Hon Turnbull
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—The absence of a comprehensive economic strategy and revenue mismanagement in government agencies were among key issues raised during the 2025 Budget Debate in the House of Assembly (HoA) on December 18, 2024, by Honourable Melvin M. Turnbull (R2), Member of His Majesty's Loyal Opposition.
Premier Wheatley says he’s ‘optimistic’ about VI’s future
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has said he is optimistic about the future of the Virgin Islands (VI) and that the economy is growing.
‘I am not encouraged by this budget’- Hon Walwyn
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Opposition member Hon Myron V. Walwyn (R6) has said he is not encouraged by the 2025 budget as a citizen of the Virgin Islands (VI).
OFWO appeals for change to systematic challenges faced in VI
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI— The Overseas Filipino Workers Organization (OFWO) in the Virgin Islands (VI) has emerged as a vital support system for more than 4,000 Filipino migrants living and working in the Territory, amplifying their voices and addressing systemic challenges faced by the community locally.
RVIPF investigating video calling for violence
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has launched an investigation into a video appearing to advocate for the use of violence as a form of political expression.
Holiday Lighted Boat Parade in VG on this year
NORTH SOUND, Virgin Gorda, VI- The annual Holiday Lighted Boat Parade will take place on Virgin Gorda on Christmas Eve, December 24, 2024.
Paid article: Flex Delivery Plus Returns Better & Stronger! with Revolutionizing Delivery in VI
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- In 2018, a bold vision was born—a vision that aimed to transform how deliveries, from food to packages, were handled in the British Virgin Islands. In 2019, we incorporated the company and began developing the app, and in 2020, we launched in the midst of the pandemic.
Dame Pereira ‘happy to have the opportunity’ to sit on JCPC
LONDON, England, United Kingdom- Daughter of the Virgin Islands (VI) and beloved Caribbean jurist, the Right Honourable Dame Janice M. Pereira, OBE, concluded her first sitting on the Judiciary Committee of the Privy Council (JCPC) on December 13, 2024.
One lady religious protest
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A lady staged a one woman protest in the capital city, Road Town, today Tuesday, December 17, 2024.
Gov’t reminds bars to seek permission to remain open past midnight
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- As holiday celebrations continue across the Virgin Islands (VI), the government has issued a notice reminding bar owners of the process to obtain permission to remain open beyond midnight on special occasions.
USVI- Over 5,900 tax refunds mailed to Virgin Islanders ahead of holidays
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St. Thomas, USVI- In keeping with a pledge made recently by Governor Albert Bryan Jr., more tax refund checks have been mailed out to Virgin Islanders ahead of the holidays.
FCCA & Diamonds International partner for Annual Gift Exchange
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) held its Annual Gift Exchange in the Virgin Islands (VI) on Monday, December 16, 2024.
Mr David D. Archer Jr is Acting Governor
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Deputy Governor Mr David D. Archer Jr is acting in the Office of Governor into the New Year in the absence of Governor Daniel Pruce.
Vehicle catches fire near Joe’s Hill
JOE’S HILL, Tortola, VI- Information reaching our News Centre is that a car burst into flames a short distance from the top of Joe’s Hill today Monday, December 16, 2024.
Spanish Town streets light up with annual Parade of Lights
SPANISH TOWN, Virgin Gorda, VI- The Parade of Lights in Virgin Gorda occurred on Sunday, December 15, 2024, as cars decorated in Christmas lights lit up the streets.
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