New Magistrate grants two accused Xmas wishes to be with family
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Antonio Joseph Caines, 34, of Duffs Bottom and Osrick DaSilva, 37, a native of St. Vincent both got their Christmas wishes granted by Magistrate Velon John when they appeared before him earlier today December 4, 2013.
Too many significant events in VI history passing unnoticed- Doug Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Talk show host Douglas Wheatley has lamented that too many significant events in Virgin Islands history are beginning to pass unnoticed or without much remembrance.
Rock Café bringing 1st tree house recreational facility to VG
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI - When Dwite and Paola Flax opened the Rock Café on the sister island of Virgin Gorda some years ago, they knew it would have been one of the most popular and frequented venues on the island but they also had a dream to keep on 'wowing' their supporters with new and creative ideas.
UPDATE: A Lobster Fest Village in Anegada among early ideas for 2014
SETTING POINT, Anegada, VI - "We want something that would give everybody a fair bite of the pie and not some getting more than others because of where they are located." This is according to one restaurant owner on the sister island of Anegada who was not among the eight to participate in the inaugural Anegada Lobster Festival on November 30 and December 1, 2013.
Old Madrid Masters place 3rd in Antigua
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Nine (9) goals from Franklyn Victor powered the Old Madrid Masters to 3rd place at the 2013 Cool and Smooth Astec Masters Football Tournament in Antigua last weekend.
Man refuses to accept Sandy Lane report he has ‘underlying issue’
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – When Nickhoy Scatliffe appeared before Senior Magistrate Tamia Richards on Friday November 29, 2013 he was expecting that the decision would see him never having to go back to the Sandy Lane Centre, however, and to his surprise, it was not to be.
Ballstarz reach semi-finals of Wendol Williams Cup
SPANISH TOWN, Virgin Gorda, VI- The usual intense encounter was expected between rivals Ballstarz and One Love but not much of the controversy in the game, which saw Ballstarz come out winners on penalties after a questionable goal had seen One Love equalised in regulation time at the Virgin Gorda Recreation Ground on December 1, 2013.
Gov’t selling out VG farmland to outsiders – E. Maduro
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – “There is a piece of land in Virgin Gorda, beautiful piece of land called Long Bay, and I understand that the government just sold 28 acres or something like that … a good piece of the land to an outsider. Why are they burying our own people alive?” alleged Mr Edmund Maduro on his talk show EDM on November 28, 2013.
Confessed ‘would be thief’ released to get help
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – ‘Would be thief’ Leslie McKenzie, a 26 year old from Huntums Ghut, was given a chance by Senior Magistrate Tamia Richards to access help when he appeared before her on November 29, 2013.
Banks challenged to open accounts for differently abled students
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Principal (Ag.) of the Eslyn Henley Richez Learning Centre, Mrs Vansittart Huggins, has thrown out a challenge to banks in the Virgin Islands to open savings accounts for the differently abled students of the Centre.
Man arrested for aggravated burglary, kidnapping & attempted murder
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Police arrested a man on suspicion of aggravated burglary with possible charges of kidnapping and attempted murder pending for forcibly removing a woman from her home and running a vehicle over her.
Making our children landless & penniless
By Alred C. Frett
I promised to answer your questions from time to time and today I will do some… At the same time, you may be familiar with some (if not all) the persecution and victimisation inflicted on me by those in 'High Offices' so this would be a good time to research as to whether their actions are justified… This is not to seek help for my cause but gather information for your children’s sake.
Xmas Athletics Camp for East End from Dec. 16- Steve Augustine
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – The BVI Athletics Association (BVIAA) and event organizers Steve Augustine and Delva Thomas have announced, as promised, the follow up to its inaugural Kiddies Athletics Camp held in Capoons Bay during the summer. The event will be a Christmas Camp at the Greenland Recreation Grounds from December 16 -21, 2013 for children aged 4 to 14.
Tourist dies on cruise ship
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Information reaching Virgin Islands News Online is that there was a death on one of the cruise ships in port today, December 02, 2013.
Stalled aircraft forces temporary closure of VG airport
TADDY BAY, Virgin Gorda, VI – A Piper Navajo N83TA plane reportedly belonging to ‘Island Birds’ forced airport authorities to close the Virgin Gorda Airport sometime between 10 A.M. and 12 P.M. yesterday, December 1, 2013 after it developed technical problems that rendered it immobile on the runway for some time.
UPDATE: 12 & 7 yrs for Edwards & Simmonds Jr respectively
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Yan Edwards and Rodney Simmonds Jr were this morning, December 2, 2013 sentenced to several years in prison after they were found guilty of conspiring to murder Cornel Melbourne Francis.
Protest may not be the solution – Karl ‘Dub’ Scatliffe
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – The newly elected President of the BVI Taxi Association, Mr Karl ‘Dub’ Scatliffe, has said it is his personal view that protesting the Office of the Premier may not bring about the desired results needed to address the concerns of the taxi industry over the pulling of a number of calls to the Virgin Islands by Carnival Cruise Line.
NDP signed only 3 TIEAs compared to VIP’s 22
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Despite their rhetoric and jet setting trips around the world, many Virgin Islanders and some in the Financial Services sector have said the ruling National Democratic Party government of Dr. the Honourable D. Orlando Smith has done little or nothing to protect our vital Financial Services industry.
Premier Discusses Territorial Matters with UK Students
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - On the heels of the recently concluded Joint Ministerial Council (JMC) in the United Kingdom (UK), the BVI London office played host to the Premier and a wide cross section of BVI students in London at its annual Student Orientation.
‘Who is Next’ expected to be fantastic showcase of VI talent- Dr Archer
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- One of the judges for Follow The Movement’s Top 7@7 ‘Who is Next’ event, Dr Allison Flax- Archer, has expressed immense satisfaction with the quality of performances so far in the elimination round and believes the second round will be a ‘fantastic showcase of Virgin Islands’ talent.
Scott is off to pastures new!
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – The Royal British Virgin Islands Yacht Club’s Youth Sailing Instructor, Omari Scott, will be leaving the Territory mid December 2013 to take up fresh challenges in Florida and the RBVIYC has plans to make his send off a memorable one with a host of activities slated for Saturday December 7, 2013.
Minor injuries in vehicle accident at VG
CRAB HILL, Virgin Gorda, VI – The circumstances surrounding an accident at Crab Hill road aka Speedy’s Corner this morning, December 1, 2013 are vague but Virgin Islands News Online was reliably informed that at least two persons escaped with minor injuries.
It’s Christmas time again!
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The spirit of Christmas was officially ushered in the Virgin Islands with the traditional lighting of the Christmas tree, Yuletide greetings, and the singing of Christmas carols at the Sir Olva Georges Plaza in Road Town last evening, November 30, 2013.
Season high points for VI’s Leslee Smith in Huskers win
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – VIslander Leslee Smith and the Nebraska Huskers saw a 13-point second-half lead whittled to one, but got just enough plays in the final two minutes to hold on with a 63-58 victory over Northern Illinois on Saturday November 30, 2013.
UPDATE: Library Services Dept. still stuck with faulty vehicle- Report
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Although the 2011 report of the Library Services Department had stated that a new vehicle was needed and that the current one was unsuitable and a safety hazard, the Department was still stuck with the same vehicle, according to the 2012 report laid in the House of Assembly by Minister for Education and Culture Hon. Myron V. Walwyn on November 19, 2013.
St Thomas pair makes it back to back Half Marathons
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – More than a 100 runners set out this morning, Saturday November 30, 2013 to run in the Deloitte/Ogier BVI Sunrise Half Marathon, which started and finished on the A. O. Shirley Grounds and was won by Shane DeGannes and Ruth Ann David.
‘Generous’ fine for Malik Aaron thanks to good Sandy Lane report
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – It was nothing but the good report from the Sandy Lane Centre that was responsible for Malik Aaron getting a fine of only $10,000 or six months in jail after pleading guilty of possession of a controlled drug (cannabis), which was found in his Haver's Estate home in April, 2013.
Four dead, 63 injured after NYC-bound Metro-North passenger train derails in Bronx
New York Daily News
A Metro-North train whipped around a sharp turn in the Bronx just before a deadly derailment Sunday morning that killed four, injured dozens and tossed passengers around like rag dolls.
Jerome Allen found guilty on arms & ammo charges
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Mr Jerome Allen, who was accused of importing arms and explosives into the territory in 2011, has been found guilty on all charges.
UPDATE: 15 months prison time for yacht burglar
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Kempest Bailey, 23, was sentenced to 15 months in prison by Senior Magistrate Tamia Richards today, November 29, 2013 for his crime of burglarizing a yacht.
Bankers Assoc. treats Eslyn Henley Richez Centre to sumptuous meal!
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A sumptuous meal a day after Thanksgiving can never be too late and the students of the Eslyn Henley Richez Learning Centre showed that much appreciation by having a good eat and then returning a big ‘thank you’ to the BVI Bankers Association today, November 29, 2013.
Magistrate places interdicted prison officer Steve Morton on curfew
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Prison Officer Steve Morton, who has been relieved of his duties pending the outcome of several matters pending against him in the Magistrate’s Court, was placed under strict curfew and the watchful eyes of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) at Virgin Gorda when he appeared before Senior Magistrate Tamia Richards yesterday, November 28, 2013.
This Week We Feature Young Professional Stella Maze
By Reuben J.A. Stoby
A young girl from a small island on her way to achieving amazing things in the ‘big apple’ is the inspiring story of our young professional this week, Stella Maze.
Expelling from school will make children criminals – Edmund Maduro
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – “I am personally dreadfully against suspending children from education.” This is according to talk show host Edmund Maduro who heavily criticized the act of expelling children from school during his radio programme last evening, November 28, 2013.
U15 Girls to play CONCACAF Tournament in Cayman!
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI The territory’s young female footballers got an early Christmas present on Thursday November 28, 2013 when the BVI Football Association (BVIFA), through its Technical Director Mr Keith “Grell” Griffith, announced that it would be taking part in a CONCACAF Girls U15 Tournament in August 2014.
Jealous wife fined $4,500 for attacking another woman
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Edivelis Turbi Figueroa shed much tears to little effect on Senior Magistrate Tamia Richards’ who passed sentence on her today, November 28, 2013 after she previously pleaded guilty of attacking a woman she had accused of having an affair with her husband.
Digicel BVI turns 5 today!
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – At the tender age of five, Digicel celebrates its time in the Virgin Islands in a position that sees it standing firmly on both feet and says it is making great strides and looking forward to more advancements in the telecommunications sector.
VIP/Opposition member districts got shafted under NDP- Report
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- In the last general elections of 2011, the now ruling National Democratic Party (NDP) Government ran on a platform that “no districts would be left behind”.
Repair work stops on new Technical School in Baughers Bay
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Renovation works on the building to house the proposed technical secondary school in Baughers Bay have stopped for several weeks now and it is unclear when works would resume.
What’s all the silence about Gun Creek project & others?– VG residents
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI – Residents of Virgin Gorda are calling for an update on the Gun Creek Development Project for North Sound, claiming that the “hand-picked” advisory committee members are not doing a good job at keeping the residents informed.
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