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February 2nd, 2026
PHSU to begin community outreach & research in VI in 2026

PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- Ponce Health Sciences University (PHSU) is making plans to become more active in the Virgin Islands (VI) community following the university’s first three semesters at its new VI campus.

February 1st, 2026
Rotary Club of Central Tortola partners with NLBC for Soups n’ Sandwiches initiative

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Rotary Club of Central Tortola, in partnership with the Samaritan Inn of New Life Baptist Church (NLBC), had the privilege of serving the community on Saturday, January 31, 2026, through the Soups n’ Sandwiches initiative, reaching individuals and families in need from West End to East End.

January 27th, 2026
Business owner partners with gov't to repair railing near Banco Popular

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - A local business owner has collaborated with the Government of the Virgin Islands to enhance the Road Town Partnership Programme.

January 27th, 2026
5 more derelict vessels identified for removal @SCB Harbour

SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- Five additional derelict vessels have been identified while the Derelict Vessels Removal and Disposal Project is ongoing.

January 25th, 2026
Premier’s Party ‘not just a social gathering’- Premier Wheatley

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- It was an atmosphere of music, laughter, lots of dancing among the elegantly dressed men and women, and even reflection, when the Premier’s Party was held at Prime Restaurant in the heart of Road Town on Saturday, January 24, 2026.

January 24th, 2026
Rotary Club of Road Town celebrates 35th anniversary

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Rotary Club of Road Town (RCRT) celebrated its 35th Anniversary on January 7, 2026.

January 22nd, 2026
‘Dark spirits presiding over this country & its people’- Claude O. Skelton-Cline

BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- “I’ve said it before, others have said it, and it’s worth repeating until we deal with it: There are spirits, dark spirits, what you call jumbies, that are presiding over this country and its people. There are covenants and contracts, and altars that have been erected over this terrain, over this country, and its people.”

January 19th, 2026
Premier Wheatley wants 'stronger partnership' between Gov't & the Church

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), is hopeful that this year the government and the religious community in the Virgin Islands will strengthen their relationship more than ever before.

January 19th, 2026
Public Assistance Programme records 13% increase in beneficiaries for 2025- Health Minister

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Social assistance under the Ministry of Health and Social Development’s Public Assistance Programme increased by 13 per cent since temporary measures were put in place in 2025.

January 18th, 2026
'I turn district police' - Hon Myron V. Walwyn

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The Leader of the Opposition, Hon Myron V. Walwyn (R6), has stated that he has taken action due to growing concerns about the environment in various districts, particularly in his Sixth District.

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