The position of Governor means 'dancing between 2 powers’- Dr Kedrick D. Pickering
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Former legislator Dr Kedrick D. Pickering has shared the opinion that the Governor is tasked with serving the interests of two powers.
Public's support means 'more to me than words can express'- Jacqueline E. Vanterpool
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Acting Commissioner of Police (CoP), Jacqueline E. Vanterpool, has said she remains committed to the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) and the people of the Virgin Islands (VI).
Contract signed for installation of lighting system @ A.O. Shirley Recreation Grounds
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The A.O. Shirley Recreation Grounds in the Virgin Islands could soon return to hosting international sports events under lights, and provide safe and modern spaces for sports and recreation, as a step forward has been made to make this a reality.
'If you not ready for the battlefield, then keep your mouth shut'- Claude O. Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Social commentator and clergyman Claude O. Skelton-Cline has urged Virgin Islanders to come out in large numbers to support the upcoming march on Friday, November 14, 2025.
$101M allocated to Ministry of Communications & Works in 2026 budget
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Ministry of Communications and Works, headed by Honourable Kye M. Rymer (R5), is set to receive approximately one hundred and one million, three hundred thousand dollars ($101.3M) to support its programmes and projects set out in the historic 2026 budget of five hundred fifty million, five hundred ninety thousand and fifty-one dollars ($550,590,051).
Atricia A. Pereira new financial comptroller @Nanny Cay Resort & Marina
NANNY CAY, VI- As Nanny Cay Resort and Marina continues to chart a new chapter ahead, it has taken a significant step to strengthen its financial department with the appointment of a new financial comptroller.
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USVI Governor leads delegation on trade mission to Ghana
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St Thomas, USVI — Governor Albert A. Bryan Jr. will lead an official Government of the [US] Virgin Islands delegation to Accra, Ghana, from November 22 to 30, as part of an effort to expand trade, tourism, technology, and cultural partnerships between the US Virgin Islands and West Africa, Government House has announced.
Week of protest action to culminate with a march to Governor's Office on Friday
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI– The protest action against the controversial decision to revert Acting Commissioner of Police Jacqueline E. Vanterpool to her previous position as Deputy Commissioner of Police and bring in a man with a checkered past to temporarily head the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) will continue throughout the week.
‘Developments in weeks & months’ reason for ACoP reverted to DCoP- Governor
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Governor Daniel Pruce has said his decision to return Acting Commissioner of Police (CoP) Jacqueline E. Vanterpool to her position as Deputy Commissioner of Police was in the best interest of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF).
Virgin Islanders unite for Jacqueline E. Vanterpool
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- In a show of unity, Virgin Islanders showed up to support the ‘Hands off our Commissioner’ protest yesterday, Monday, November 10, 2025, in front of the Governor’s Office.
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Crowd gathers for 'Hands off our Commissioner' protest
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- People have begun gathering at the parking lot of the Governor's Office for the planned protest this afternoon, Monday, November 10, 2025.
Sunday Diaz & Pure Speight ‘ready for the rematch’ with Floki’s Flight
ESTATE BOVONI, St Thomas, USVI- Popular jockey Sunday Diaz has said Pure Speight is “fit and read” for a rematch against Floki’s Flight, who defeated him in the feature clash of the Labour Day Races at Clinton E. Phipps Racetrack on St Thomas, US Virgin Islands, on August 31, 2025.
VI to discuss borrowing protocols with UK to come out of 'fiscal straitjacket'
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI– Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R9) has criticised the United Kingdom (UK) government regarding the outdated and controversial Protocols for Effective Financial Management signed between the governments of the UK and VI on April 23, 2012.
What we are experiencing 'is called colonialism'- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has called on Virgin Islanders to use their current disapproval of Governor Daniel Pruce’s decision to remove Ms Jacqueline E. Vanterpool as Acting Commissioner of Police (CoP) to support constitutional change.
BVIEC tasked with rebuilding line for water plant & hospital in Montego Bay, Jamaica
MONTEGO BAY, Jamaica- Six employees from the BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) are currently in Jamaica assisting with restoration efforts following the passage of Hurricane Melissa.
Does Richard Ullger have a shady past? A closer look @the Governor’s choice!
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands unelected Governor Daniel Pruce’s selection of retired Gibraltar Police Commissioner Richard Ullger as interim head of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is drawing intense scrutiny, given Ullger’s deeply controversial and widely criticised tenure in Gibraltar.
PoSC rejects Governor’s recommendation of Richard Ullger for CoP
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- As the plot thickens between the showdown of the UK-appointed Governor Daniel Pruce and the Police Service Commission (PoSC), our Government House sources have revealed some more information.
Pure Speight wins feature battle of Salute to Service horse races
ESTATE BOVONI, St Thomas, USVI- Pure Speight stamped his authority in the feature race of the Salute to Service race card at Clinton E. Phipps Sr Race Track on St Thomas US Virgin Islands, moments ago, Sunday, November 9, 2025.
InterCaribbean Airways Launches New Nonstop Service Between San Juan & St Kitts
PROVIDENCIALES, Turks and Caicos Islands- InterCaribbean Airways is pleased to announce nonstop flights between San Juan, Puerto Rico (SJU) and St Kitts (SKB), commencing December 18, 2025.
UK's interference or changing of the guard?
By Alred C. Frett
Killing The Truth And Losing Our Roots:
We live and we learn, so even if the things I say sound good, you should still research and verify them, rather than regard them as Gospel... As always, this information is primarily for younger generations, who still have their lives ahead, rather than for Seniors who have no desire to be enlightened, or are so comfortable in their ways, that they ignore anything that may interrupt or challenge their way of life.
VI to showcase the destination’s Diving Excellence @DEMA 2025 in Florida
ORLANDO, Florida, USA- The British Virgin Islands Tourist Board & Film Commission (BVITBFC) will proudly represent the Territory at the annual Diving Equipment & Marketing Association (DEMA) Show, taking place from November 11-14, 2025, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida.
Airport runway extension project to begin in 2026- Premier
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Construction of the additional piece of runway at Terrance B. Lettsome Airport on Beef Island is planned for 2026, Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley has said.
Courtney Bascombe wins 100m bronze @ NCCMA Masters C/ships in Mexico
MEXICO CITY, Mexico- Master sprinter Courtney Bascombe blazed to a bronze medal in the men’s 100 metres at the North, Central American and Caribbean Masters Athletics Championships in Mexico City on Friday, November 7, 2025.
RFP for Prospect Reef Resort development to be issued in December- Premier Wheatley
PROSPECT REEF, Tortola, VI- Requests for Proposal for the development of Prospect Reef Hotel and Resort will be issued in December, Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has announced.
VI swimmers capture 2 silver & 1 bronze @ OECS Championships in SVG
RATHO MILL, St Vincent & The Grenadines- The Virgin Islands have struck two silver medals and a bronze at the 33rd OECS Swimming Championships in St Vincent and the Grenadines.
Premier Wheatley & Hon Rymer support protest following Ag CoP Vanterpool’s removal
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) and Minister for Communications and Works, Hon Kye M. Rymer (R5) have expressed support for the people of the Virgin Islands (VI) protesting against Governor Daniel Pruce’s decision to remove Ms Jacqueline E. Vanterpool from her role as Acting Commissioner of Police (CoP).
Opps! Tractor-trailer truck mishap
FORT HILL, Tortola, VI- Sometime this morning, Saturday, November 8, 2025, a tractor-trailer truck experienced a mishap somewhere in the Fort Hill area on the main island of Tortola.
3 HLSCC alumni return as lecturers in Culinary Department
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI– Three distinguished alumni have walked back through the doors of H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC), this time, to serve as lecturers in the Culinary Department.
Ubersoca Cruise will generate more than invested- Hon. Luce D. Hodge-Smith
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Junior Minister for Culture and Tourism, Honourable Luce D. Hodge-Smith (R4), has defended the financial investment made to bring the Ubersoca Cruise (USC) to the shores of the Virgin Islands (VI), asserting that it will positively impact the local economy.
Hands off our Commissioner protest planned for Monday
CANE GARDEN BAY, Tortola, VI- All residents of the Virgin Islands with a vested interest are being called upon to join a planned protest on Monday, November 10, 2025, against the removal of Acting Commissioner of Police (CoP) Jacqueline E. Vanterpool from that position.
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The new world of the strongman
By Dickson C. Igwe
The New World Order has just reared its head in Africa. Democracy and the Rule of Law are notions under assault.
Governor’s actions undermine ‘public trust’- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has stated publicly that he is not in favour of recent controversial decisions by Governor Daniel Pruce.
Local businessman donates ambulance to JvD
GREAT HARBOUR, Jost van Dyke, VI– One of the urgent needs of the people of Jost van Dyke has been addressed, with the installation of a new ambulance to serve the community.
'We need to show up to Governor's house & demand answers'- Bishop John I. Cline
CANE GARDEN BAY, Tortola, VI- Bishop John I. Cline has called on the people of the Virgin Islands (VI) to come together with a show of unity and protest the decision by the United Kingdom-appointed Governor Daniel Pruce to remove Ms Jacqueline E. Vanterpool from the position of Acting Commissioner of Police (CoP).
TAG & CIBC teaming up to drive Christmas deals @annual car sales event
SLANEY POINT, Tortola, VI– Tortola Auto Group (TAG) and CIBC Caribbean are set to light up the Christmas season with their annual car sales event on Saturday, November 22, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the CIBC Parking Lot in Road Town.
Local Jacqueline E. Vanterpool Out! UK National Richard Ullger In! as Top Cop
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - In a move that many in the Territory have described as sad, sexist, and a step backwards in our development, UK-appointed Governor Daniel Pruce has demoted the current Acting Commissioner of Police, Jacqueline E. Vanterpool. He has given no official reasons.
VI achieves compliance with all 40 FATF recommendations
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Despite negative speculations surrounding the financial services sector in the Virgin Islands, perpetrated by the press and some parliamentarians in the United Kingdom, the Caribbean Financial Action Task Force (CFATF) has rated the territory as Compliant or Largely Compliant with all 40 Financial Action Task Force (FATF) Recommendations.
Premier Wheatley presented largest budget in VI's history of over $550M
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Premier and Minister of Finance Dr. the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) presented the largest budget in the history of the Virgin Islands (VI), totaling five hundred and fifty million, five hundred and ninety-one thousand dollars ($550,591,000.00) for 2026.
2025 Nanny Cay Round Tortola Race sails off Saturday, November 22
NANNY CAY, VI- Competitive sailors in the Virgin Islands (VI) will take to the waters on Saturday, November 22, 2025, when the 2025 Nanny Cay Round Tortola Race is held.
VI is ‘behind the ball’ in strategic planning- Claude O. Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI - A twenty-year Virgin Islands Development Plan has been proposed by Social Commentator and former government consultant Pastor Claude O. Skelton-Cline.
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