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Dr Jerry R. Smith recommends sweeping reforms for USVI hospitals
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- The Chairman of the Government Hospital & Health Facilities Corporation in the US Virgin Islands (USVI), Dr Jerry R. Smith, has called for structural reforms to stabilise USVI hospitals, including reliable funding sources, centralised systems, CRNA law updates, and Medicaid match changes to break the cycle of emergency relief.
RVIPF vows to clampdown on excessively noisy scooters & large trucks
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is sending a strong warning to motorists who continue to disturb communities with excessive noise: Enforcement is coming in 2025.
Venezuelan convicted of illegal entry, drugs & firearm offences ordered deported
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A Venezuelan man who was convicted and sentenced to jail for illegal entry, and drugs and firearm charges has been ordered deported from the territory by Governor Daniel Pruce.
Hon Penn makes call for patriotic persons to join NDP
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Putting a team together that can competently deal with the growing list of issues plaguing the Virgin Islands (VI) is what Leader of the National Democratic Party (NDP) Hon Marlon A. Penn (R8) has said is his main focus.
VI & USVI to meet tomorrow for more charter yacht fee discussions
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) and United States Virgin Islands (USVI) Governor Albert A. Bryan Jr. will meet in person again to continue discussions on the proposal to increase charter yacht fees for operators outside of the Virgin Islands (VI) via amendments to the Commercial Recreational Vessels Licensing Act.
JvD residents get free eye screenings
GREAT HARBOUR, Jost van Dyke, VI- The BVI Diabetes Association, in partnership with visiting UK eye specialists, hosted a free eye screening clinic on Jost van Dyke on Saturday, April 12, 2025.
Premier Wheatley attends BVI Full Moon Party in Puerto Rico
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) was among the large number of persons who attended the annual BVI Full Moon Party in Puerto Rico.
Some recommendations in Law Enforcement Review Report ‘simply repugnant’- Hon Smith
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Asking if the recommendations of the Review of Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice Bodies in the British Virgin Islands, Volume II: A Roadmap for 2025 to 2035, is a continuation of the Commission of Inquiry in the Virgin Islands, Junior Minister for Financial Services and Economic Development Hon Lorna G. Smith, OBE (AL) has urged the urged public to read the report for themselves.
St Thomas crowns 2025 Petite Princess, Princess & Jr Miss
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St Thomas, USVI- Skai Lewis, Kaysa Freeman, and Jada-Marie Donovan were crowned 2025 STT Petite Princess, Princess, and Jr. Miss after a night of talent, culture, and creativity that showcased recycled fashion, madras couture, and heartfelt tributes to US Virgin Islands (USVI) heritage.
Monea is 1st VI artiste to receive Caribbean Music Awards nomination
BROOKLYN, New York, USA- Rising Virgin Islands artiste Monéa, born Monea L. Richardson, has secured a nomination at the Caribbean Music Awards, placing her firmly amongst a dynamic class of breakout dancehall talents including Armanii, Malie Donn, and Lady Lava.

