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“I ain’t selling no more land to pay lawyers’- Father of 9 facing drug charges
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Father of nine, David Straker has told Senior Magistrate Tamia N. Richards he is not willing to sell any more of his real estate to pay lawyers to defend him.
Dominicans go to the polls today amidst unrest
ROSEAU, Dominica- Despite unrest by supporters of the Opposition, Dominica has gone ahead with general elections today, December 6, 2019.
UPDATE: Eric Mathias Sr shot @ Horse Path home - RVIPF
HORSE PATH, Tortola, VI- New details are emerging about the attempted robbery and shooting that occurred in the late hours of yesterday, Wednesday, December 4, 2019, which resulted in Taxi driver Eric Mathias Sr receiving a gunshot to the abdomen.
Mrs BVI Shondrea N. Turnbull wins Woman of Excellence Award @ Mrs Globe
SHENZHEN, China- Mrs BVI Shondrea N. Turnbull has won the Woman of Excellence Award at Mrs Globe in Shenzhen, China, according to reports reaching our newsroom.
USVI Governor wants to legalise marijuana to raise urgently needed funds
VI CONSORTIUM
CHRISTIANSTED, St Croix, USVI - Governor Albert Bryan Jr believes legalising marijuana for recreational use in the US Virgin Islands (USVI) could provide enough funding to save the Government Employees’ Retirement System (G.E.R.S), the beleaguered, government-run pension plan that is on life support and is projected to collapse in a few years.
Jamaican cop on remand for alleged indecent assault on school girl
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Information reaching Virgin Islands News Online is that Xavier Morgan, a member of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force, is now being housed at Her Majesty’s Prison in Balsam Ghut, Tortola, for alleged indecent assault on a schoolgirl.
Digital technology can be a driver to stimulate VI economy- Premier Fahie
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Speaking at the December 3, 2019 opening of the ‘BVI's Digital Economy symposium’ at Maria’s by the Sea, Premier and Minister of Finance, Honourable Andrew A. Fahie (R1) said the Virgin Islands (VI) has an opportunity to use digital currency as an economic driver that can stimulate its economy.
US national nearly loses hand in knife attack by Jamaican labourer
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Kipp La’von Nesbitt, an executive chef from the United States, had to undergo surgery to save his hand after Prince A. Bambury allegedly attacked him following an altercation which occurred after Nesbitt bumped into him at a food van in Road Town, Tortola, on November 30, 2019.
'Ban conch fishing on Anegada for 5 to 10 years' - Kelly Faulkner
SETTING POINT, Anegada, VI- There has been a call by several persons on Anegada for government to ban the fishing of one the territory’s delicacy meat, the Anegada conch, over fears the conch population may be dwindling dangerously low.
'I can't imagine giving two-thirds of my life to the people'- Hon Penn
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Reflecting on the sacrifices and drive of the late Hon Ralph T. O'Neal OBE, Opposition Leader Marlon A. Penn (R8) at a December 3, 2019 special sitting of the House of Assembly (HoA) said he cannot imagine giving the majority of his life to the people in the way Hon O'Neal did for the territory.
Dumping household items next to waste bins is an offence, Premier warns
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- In this Christmas season, where it is customary to replace old or broken furniture for new ones, residents are being warned it is an offence to dump these items next to waste bins.
‘Make Dec 15, 2020 a public holiday for RT O’Neal OBE’- Hon Turnbull
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- As legislators paid tribute to the late first Premier of the Virgin Islands Hon Ralph T. O’Neal, OBE, at a special sitting of the House of Assembly (HoA) on December 3, 2019, Second District Representative and Opposition Member Hon Melvin M. Turnbull called for the 87th birth anniversary of Hon O’Neal to be made a public holiday.
Harneys wins five awards at BVI Financial Services Gala
SCRUB ISLAND, VI- Harneys are proud to announce that we have been named Corporate Service Provider of the Year, Litigation Practice of the Year, and Tech Savvy Firm of the Year, at the BVI Financial Services Gala Awards Dinner held at Scrub Island Resort in the Virgin Islands (VI) on November 28, 2019.
Eileene L. Parsons had asked RT O'Neal to betray HL Stoutt! - Hon Fraser
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - During a Special Sitting of the House of Assembly (HoA) in honour of First Premier and Member Emeritus, Hon Ralph T. O'Neal, OBE on December 3, 2019, Opposition Member and veteran legislator Hon Julian Fraser RA (R3) said in the aftermath of the 1995 General Elections, Hon O'Neal was asked by Eileene L. Parsons, OBE to betray H. Lavity Stoutt as the then leader of the Virgin Islands Party (VIP).
Health Authorities: 'Don't eat Romaine lettuce from Salinas, California'
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Officials at the Virgin Islands Environmental Health Division are warning consumers not to eat romaine lettuce or products containing romaine lettuce grown in Salinas, California, USA.
Internet service must improve ‘even if it means inviting new players’- Premier Fahie
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- With unreliable internet service despite the high costs a bugbear for ordinary citizens as well as businesses, and now the Government of the Virgin Islands seeking to embrace technology and innovation as opportunities for development of the economy, internet service providers have been put on notice to get their act together or risk seeing additional competition entering the market in the Virgin Islands (VI).
Hon Ralph T. O’Neal OBE to be laid to rest on VG
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The late first Premier of the Virgin Islands, Member Emeritus of the Virgin Islands House of Assembly (HoA), Honourable Ralph T. O’Neal, OBE will be laid to rest on Virgin Gorda, the place he was born and served for some 36 years as an elected official.
Skelton-Cline gets new $144K consultancy contract
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - ZBVI radio host Claude O. Skelton-Cline has been given another 12 months of consultancy under the Hon Andrew A. Fahie (R1) administration through his consultancy firm, Grace Consultants.
RVIPF officers complete leadership training
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Officers of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) recently completed an Interview Skills and Management and Leadership for Supervisory Officers Training that took place at the Road Town Police Station from October 21 to November 15, 2019.
2019 Anegada Lobster Festival had the 'largest crowds’ – Sharon P. Flax-Brutus
SETTING POINT, Anegada, VI- With shuttle buses transported from Tortola to Anegada, many taking their private and rented vehicles and more party boats journeying to the island for Anegada Lobster Festival 2019, there was no doubt an increased number of persons and activities on the sister island over the two days, November 30 and December 1, 2019.
VI Gov’t inks border management contract with Canadian firm
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Deputy Premier and Minister for Natural Resources, Labour and Immigration, Honourable Vincent O. Wheatley (R9) has said with the contract signing of a new modern border management system, immigration will finally be under control in the Virgin Islands.
Gov't retains Martin Kenney & Co in $7.2M BVI Airways probe
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The Virgin Islands Government, headed by Premier and Minister of Finance, Hon Andrew A. Fahie (R1) has retained the services of Martin Kenney & Co Solicitors to go after the missing $7.2M in the BVI Airways case filed in New York on June 14, 2019.
Miss Anegada Ultimate Teen pageant set for December 15, 2019
THE SETTLEMENT, Anegada, VI- Two 17 year olds of the Claudia Creque Educational Centre will be going head to head for the title of Miss Anegada Ultimate Teen Queen on December 15, 2019.
Gov't looking to eliminate 'fossil fuel' cars - Premier Fahie
ROAD TOWN, Tortola VI - With 2020 less than a month away, Premier and Minister of Finance, Hon Andrew A. Fahie (R1) has indicated that in the new year, his government will intensify efforts to move away from fossil fuel use in cars, as the Virgin Islands (VI) heads towards a greener future.
Big Bamboo aiming to go bigger & better for 2020 Anegada Lobster Festival
LOBLOLLY BAY, Anegada, VI- The dust has barely settled on the two-day Anegada Lobster Festival, and visitors and residents have been placed on notice that they should expect an even more elaborate 2020 edition of the culinary festival at one of the participating establishments, Big Bamboo Restaurant.
Nervous moments as vessel hits reef returning from Anegada
SETTING POINT, Anegada, VI- A few persons making their way to Tortola via a powerboat after attending the Lobster Festival on Anegada on Sunday, December 1, 2019 were in for a frightening experience when the vessel they were in hit a reef.
Water & Sewerage rolling out digital meters
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Director of the Water and Sewerage Department, Mrs Perline R. Scatliffe Leonard has announced that the initial management training is complete for the operation of the ultrasonic water meter Kamstrup FlowIQ 2100.
BVIAA to meet with VI Airlink to find solution to hanger rental issue
BEEF ISLAND, VI- Following a public outcry by VI Airlink over the decision by the BVI Airports Authority (BVIAA) to begin constructing and renting out hangers at the Terrence B. Lettsome International Airport, the BVIAA has since said it is willing to meet with the local airline to find a solution that would be in the best interest of both parties.
A relationship with Jesus gives us a positive mindset
Lorna M. George
In his book, Authority, D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones wrote, “In the Book of Ecclesiastes there we read the conclusions of a wise man who tried it all. He was a learned man; He had the best education and advantages of his age. He had tried wisdom, he tried riches and pleasures, and he had followed various other approaches to the problem. But he always came back to the same point: ‘Vanity of Vanities, all is vanity.’”
High surf warning in effect for VI
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The Virgin Islands (VI) Department of Disaster Management (DDM) has issued a High Surf Advisory for the territory as of today, December 1, 2019.
Dr Katherine A. Smith appointed Director of Culture
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Dr Katherine A. Smith, a former lecturer at H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC), has been appointed Director in the Department of Culture effective December 2, 2019.
Nagarit runs into history with Deloitte-Ogier BVI Half Marathon victory
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Ras Alula Nagarit returned to the territory to compete for the first time since 2008 and created history on Saturday, when he debuted in the 14th Deloitte-Ogier BVI Sunrise Half Marathon.
'2019 Hurricane Season ended incident-free for VI'- Premier Fahie
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - With a stark reminder that the 2020 Hurricane Season is just 6 months away, Premier and Minister of Finance, Hon Andrew A. Fahie (R1) expressed gratitude that 2019 season officially ended incident-free for the Virgin Islands (VI).
'Rethink procurement rules after natural disasters' - E. Benito Wheatley
WASHINGTON DC, USA - Mr E. Benito Wheatley, the Virgin Islands (VI) Special Envoy for the Government, has called on Small Island Developing States (SIDS) and international partners to reexamine approaches to procurement after a natural disaster.
Man charged for cocaine possession @ St Thomas Airport
VI CONSORTIUM
ST. THOMAS, USVI - Aubrey Meyers was charged with possession of cocaine, United States Attorney Gretchen C.F. Shappert announced Friday.
Hon O'Neal Funeral: Wed, Dec 11, 2019 declared Public Holiday
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The December 11, 2019, date for the official state funeral of House of Assembly (HoA) Member Emeritus, the Late Hon Ralph T. O’Neal, OBE, will now be considered a public holiday in the Virgin Islands (VI).
This Week We Feature Young Professional Lanea L. Scatliffe
By Ron O. D'Avilar
Dirt, dust and grime are just a few things that can make jewellery appear dull and lifeless; however, this week’s Young Professional brings them back to life. Meet 21-year-old Lanea L. Scatliffe of Johnson Ghut, Tortola, who specialises in jewellery restoration and cleaning.
Kevin C. Smith tipped to be CEO of Digicel BVI
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Reports from our sources within the Digicel management unit indicate that former political candidate Mr Kevin C. Smith aka ‘OJ’ has been offered the position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of telecommunications company, Digicel BVI.
‘I’m unemployed with three kids’- man found with drugs tells court
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A man caught with a quantity of cocaine and cannabis wants the court to be lenient on him during his sentencing because he is currently unemployed and has three children to maintain.
Scotiabank BVI being sold to Republic Bank of T&T
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Scotiabank is looking to exit the Virgin Islands as the Bank of Nova Scotia has reached an agreement for the sale of 100% of its shares in Scotiabank (British Virgin Islands) Limited to Republic Financial Holdings Limited (‘Republic Bank’) Bank.
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