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Words not enough to address food security in VI- Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI— In yet another fiery address on his popular radio programme Honesty Speaking, social commentator and pastor Claude O. Skelton-Cline raised urgent concerns about US Secretary of State Marco A. Rubio’s meeting with Caribbean leaders in Jamaica, warning of the potential implications for the Virgin Islands, particularly in the context of regional preparedness, economic uncertainty, and food insecurity.
Oliver Terry & Katrina Lindsay win Carey Olsen Carrot Bay 5K
CARROT BAY, Tortola, VI- Newcomer Oliver Terry and Katrina Lindsay were once again unstoppable when the 2nd race in the Carey Olsen Community 5k series was held in the scenic Carrot Bay on Saturday, March 22, 2025.
Guns entering USVI via airports & mail- Police Commissioner reveals
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CHRISTIANSTED, St Croix, USVI- Police Commissioner Mario M. Brooks on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, dispelled long-held rumors that guns pouring into the US Virgin Islands were coming from large containers by sea freight. Speaking during WTJX's town hall on crime, Mr Brooks revealed that the weapons were being brought in by US Virgin Islanders.
'Cyber security is the key to protecting the Virgin Islands'- Gov Pruce
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- In collaboration with the Department of Information Technology (DoIT), cyber specialists funded by the United Kingdom (UK) Government are conducting a National Cyber Security Risk Assessment (NCRA) and training programme to improve the resilience of the Virgin Islands in the event of a cyber attack.
Hon Skelton questions legitimacy of Hon Walwyn’s ‘power grab’ appointment
FISH BAY, Tortola, VI— Former Opposition Leader Honourable Ronnie W. Skelton (AL), who in confirming the reunification of the National Democratic Party (NDP) led by Honourable Marlon A. Penn (R8), has questioned the validity of the appointment of Hon Myron V. Walwyn (R6) as Opposition Leader.
New medical school will help shape healthcare in VI- Hon Vincent O. Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Minister for Health and Social Development Hon Vincent O. Wheatley (R9) has said Ponce Health Sciences University (PSHU), once opened, will shape the future of healthcare in the Virgin Islands (VI).
NDP & PVIM bury the hatchet; Reunite under NDP banner
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—In yet another seismic shift in the Virgin Islands’ political landscape, the National Democratic Party (NDP) and the Progressive Virgin Islands Movement (PVIM) have announced their reunification.
No more smoke from Pockwood Pond landfill; DWM Director credits several initiatives
POCKWOOD POND, Tortola, VI- Director of Waste Management Mr Marcus E. Solomon has credited several initiatives implemented by the Department of Waste Management (DWM) for the cessation of smoke coming from the Pockwood Pond Landfill.
'I invite every single one of them' to join Gov't- Premier Wheatley to Opposition
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—In an already politically charged atmosphere in the Territory, Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has openly invited each of the members of His Majesty's Loyal Opposition to cross the floor and join his administration.
UPDATE: Courtny Bascombe 6th in 60M Final @ World Masters Athletics Indoor
ALACHUA COUNTY, Florida, USA - In a historic moment for team Virgin Islands (VI), Courtny Bascombe finished 6th in the finals of the 60M World Masters Athletics Indoor Championships on March 25, 2025.
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