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Horse races Out! Cultural Event In! August Tuesday @ Ellis Thomas Downs
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- The land negotiations between the Government of the Virgin Islands and the Thomas family have stalled for almost a year. Therefore, missing from the 70th Anniversary Emancipation celebrations would be the traditional August Tuesday races, which would have taken place on August 6, 2024.
Massive crowd attends Festival Glow Night with headliner Machel Montano
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Trinidad and Tobago Soca icon Machel Montano drew a massive crowd to Rena's Festiville for the Festival Glow Night- Soca Edition on July 30, 2024, and delivered a performance that gave the partying patrons more than their money's worth.
UVI Opens New Medical Research & Training Center in St Thomas
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St Thomas, USVI- The University of the [US] Virgin Islands on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, celebrated the grand opening of its new Medical Research and Training Center (Classroom Building & Biomedical Lab) at the Orville E. Kean Campus in St Thomas, US Virgin Islands (USVI).
Mrs BVI spearheading gender-based violence campaign
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A campaign to raise awareness of gender-based violence in the [British] Virgin Islands has been launched under the Prevention of Gender-based Violence Campaign.
Outrage on social media about tourist allegedly catching ‘baby turtles’
WHITE BAY, Jost van Dyke, VI- There has been outrage on social media after it was alleged a tourist and his boat captain were noticed catching baby turtles at White Bay in Jost van Dyke on Sunday, July 28, 2024.
The UK is doing 'everything in its power to destroy us'- Hon Ronnie W. Skelton
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Leader of the Opposition Hon Ronnie W. Skelton (AL) has accused the United Kingdom [UK] of deliberately trying to destroy the [British] Virgin Islands by forcing it to make legislation and policies that are not in the best interest of the territory.
Police to step up stop & search operations on land & sea- NSC
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The National Security Council (NSC) is advising that criminal, anti-social or aggressive behaviour will not be tolerated during the Territory’s 70th Emancipation celebrations.
Set It Off begin defence of Summer Jam title with win over Without A Doubt
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- The 2024 Summer Jam League tipped off at A. Jeffrey Caines Arena in Virgin Gorda on Saturday, July 27, 2024, when Tortola’s Set It Off began the defence of their A Division title with victory over Without A Doubt.
UPDATE: South Cardinal Buoy @ Beef Island Bluff 'back on station'
BEEF ISLAND, VI- The South Cardinal Buoy located at The Beef Island Bluff in Sir Francis Drake Channel is back on station following repairs.
‘Put away the guns’ & come to the festival village- Hon Rymer
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Minister for Communications and Works Hon Kye M. Rymer (R5) has called for a gun-free remainder of the 70th Virgin Islands Emancipation Festival.
Return VIF&FC 'to being a free-standing committee'- Eileene L. Parsons OBE
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Cultural icon Eileene L. Parsons, OBE has made it clear she does not support the Virgin Islands Festival and Fairs Committee (VIF&FC) being under the BVI Tourist Board (BVITB) or any statutory body.
VG United edge Wolues to lift 2024 FA Cup
GREENLAND, Tortola, VI- The young legs of Virgin Gorda United, coupled with a little luck, did the job for the visitors as they edged past Wolues, 2-1, in a bruising encounter in the final of the FA Cup at the football field in Greenland on Sunday, July 28, 2024.
National Security Council condemns 'heinous' weekend shootings
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The National Security Council (NSC) has expressed condolences to the family and friends of Jareem A. Todman who was shot and killed on Sunday, July 28, 2024, near Road Town Market Square, as well as those of Nashawnta Smith who was shot on Saturday, July 27, 2024.
Emancipation Exhibition to debut @ Sir Olva Georges Plaza
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands Emancipation Exhibition will be showcased at the Sir Olva Georges Plaza on Thursday, August 1, 2024.
Scrub Island Resort launches summer 'specials' for locals, USVI & PR
SCRUB ISLAND, VI- Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina has launched its summer special for locals, and residents of the United States Virgin Islands (USVI) and Puerto Rico.
Festival Village honouree Larina L. Jacobs-Lamothe ready to get cooking
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Virgin Islands 70th Emancipation Celebrations Festival honouree Larina L. Jacobs-Lamothe, better known as ‘Rena’, said she feels “fantastic” and “good” to have the main festival village of the 70th [British] Virgin Islands Emancipation Festival named after her.
Premier Wheatley attending CARICOM Heads of Gov't meeting in Grenada
ST GEORGE'S, Grenada, WI- Premier Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) is currently in St George’s, Grenada attending the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Heads of Government meeting.
Summer Sizzle BVI 2024 dazzled with high fashion
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The world of high fashion converged at the Multi-Purpose Sports Complex for the Global Glamour Runway Show on Saturday, July 27, 2024.
Premier Wheatley is not solely focused on delivering CoI reforms- Kedrick E. Malone
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Governance Reform Delivery Manager Mr Kedrick E. Malone has dismissed claims that Premier Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley’s (R7) sole focus is the completion of the implementation of reforms coming out of the Commission of Inquiry (CoI).
J’Adon George & Chanecia A. Pinnock are Mr & Miss Jr BVI 2024
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- J’Adon George and Chanecia A. Pinnock were crowned Mr and Miss Junior BVI 2024 when the pageant was held Sunday night, July 28, 2024, at Eileene L. Parsons Auditorium, H. Lavity Stoutt Community College campus in Paraquita Bay.
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UPDATE: Man shot in Baughers Bay identified as Nashawnta Smith
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI – Information coming into our News Centre is that the man shot last evening Saturday July 27, 2024, has been identified as Nashawnta Smith of Horse Path, on the main island of Tortola.
UPDATE: Man found dead in dinghy is Jamal Freeman aka ‘Uncle’
MARINA CAY, VI- Virgin Islands News Online (VINO) can now confirm that the man found dead in a dinghy drifting between Marina Cay and Great Camanoe on Saturday morning, July 27, 2024, has been identified as Jamal Freeman aka ‘Uncle’ of Long Look.
UPDATE: Shooting victim is local Jareem A. Todman of Spooner’s Estate
SPOONER’S ESTATE, Tortola, VI- Our News Centre can confirm that the man gunned down in his vehicle early this morning, Sunday, July 28, 2024, has been identified as Spooner’s Estate resident Jareem A. Todman.
Marcus Mark aka 'Young Blood' crowned 2024 Calypso Monarch
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The well-known musician from Virgin Gorda, Marcus Mark, performing under the name ‘Young Blood’, was crowned 2024 Soca Monarch when the Calypso Competition for the Virgin Islands 70th Emancipation Festival was held at Larina L. Jacobs-Lamothe Festiville on Saturday, July 27, 2024.
No ‘witch-hunting’ allowed @ upcoming Integrity Commission - Premier
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – As part of moves to improve transparency, accountability and good governance in the Virgin Islands (VI), Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has said that an Integrity Commission is being created, which forms part of the integrity in Public Life (Amendment) Bill, 2024.
1 dead, 6 injured in USVI shootout
VI CONSORTIUM
CHRISTIANSTED, St. Croix, USVI — A deadly shootout incident unfolded in downtown Christiansted early Saturday leaving one man dead, three women and three men injured, the V.I. Police Department has confirmed to the Consortium.
70th Anniversary Emancipation torchlight procession set for July 29, 2024
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The Virgin Islands (VI) Department of Culture will be holding a torchlight procession from the Noel Lloyd Positive Action Movement Park to mark the beginning of the 70th Anniversary of the Territory’s Emancipation Festival and 190 years of emancipation activities.
New 'area of disturbed weather' being tracked in the central Atlantic
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Although currently not a threat, a low-chance system in the central Atlantic is being tracked by the National Hurricane Center as the system shows potential for development while it moves towards the Caribbean.
VI Shipping & Maritime Authority now a fully operational statutory body
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The newly appointed Board of Directors of the Virgin Islands Shipping and Maritime Authority is now a fully operational statutory body having recently concluded its inaugural orientation session.
Business Watch: Mi Amor Jewellers & HashTag
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Anyone looking for the right look for festival, without breaking the bank, can head down to Mi Amor Jewellers and HashTag on Cyril B. Romney Tortola Pier Park where massive discounts are available in celebration of the 70th Anniversary of Emancipation Festival in the [British] Virgin Islands.
USVI: Man arrested for allegedly raping minor
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- A 47-year-old man has been arrested and charged with first-degree rape in connection with an incident reported last October.
Integrity in Public Life (Amendment) Bill 2024 now available for public review
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Cabinet Office of the Virgin Islands is notifying the public that the Integrity in Public Life (Amendment) Bill 2024, which was introduced and read for the first time in the House of Assembly on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, is now available for review.
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VI pledges $200k each to hurricane-hit SVG & Grenada
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- The Government of the [British] Virgin Islands has pledged a contribution of $200,000 each to St Vincent and the Grenadines and Grenada to assist in their relief efforts, following the devastating impact of Hurricane Beryl over 3 weeks ago.
Governance Reform Delivery Manager ‘confident’ August 31 deadline will be met
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- With the August 31 deadline looming for the completion of the implementation of reforms coming out of the Commission of Inquiry (CoI) in the Virgin Islands, Governance Reform Delivery Manager Mr Kedrick E. Malone has said he is “confident” the deadline will be met.
The Art of Distinguished Gentleman honours 5 for 6th Season
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Creator and Host of ‘The Distinguished Gentleman’ Ronn A. Grant has chosen to honour 5 Virgin Islands individuals from various industries in honour of the 6th Season of the award-winning talk show and podcast, ‘The Art of a Distinguished Gentleman’.
Andrew A. Fahie is in good spirits but misses his family & people- US attorney
FAT HOGS BAY, Tortola, VI- Well-known appeal lawyer in Florida, USA, Mr Richard Della Fera of Fort Lauderdale, has confirmed former Premier of the Virgin Islands Mr Andrew A. Fahie intends to appeal his conviction and also noted that Mr Fahie is confident “in the Lord” he will be exonerated.
Cabinet approves 54 for Belonger status
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- 54 expatriates were approved for Belonger status when the Cabinet of the [British] Virgin Islands met on June 19, 2024, at the Premier's Conference Room in Cutlass Tower in Road Town.
9 auxiliary officers added to RVIPF
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has seen an addition of 9 auxiliary officers, who recently completed their 6-week training as part of Cohort 7.
18 Haitian ‘migrants’ held in Virgin Gorda
NORTH SOUND, Virgin Gorda, VI—The Department of Immigration has confirmed the discovery of twenty irregular Haitian migrants in the North Sound area of Virgin Gorda on Tuesday, July 23, 2024.
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