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December 14th, 2025
Caribbean must prepare better 'for engagement' with Latin America- E. Benito Wheatley

PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad & Tobago- Vice Chair of the United Nations (UN) Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean, and Vice Chair of the Caribbean Development and Cooperation Committee (CDCC), Mr E. Benito Wheatley of the Virgin Islands (VI) has called on Caribbean members of ECLAC to better prepare for engagement with Latin America at the multilateral level in order to strengthen is participation in international forums.

December 14th, 2025
Visitors 'will be impressed by our stewardship' of the environment- VI Premier

THE SETTLEMENT, Anegada, VI- "My administration is serious about transformation and developing in a sustainable way. We are committed to building a cleaner and greener future that will stand as a shining example of what a Small Island Developing State can achieve when we are grounded in the right principles and committed to action."

December 14th, 2025
VI showcases premier tourism experiences across UK

LONDON, United Kingdom- The Virgin Islands (VI) brought the warmth and vibrancy of the Territory to three major UK cities in late October, connecting with travel agents, tour operators, and key industry partners through a series of targeted VI business development events.

December 13th, 2025
Gov't to cover 100% of residential fuel surcharge in December

THE SETTLEMENT, Anegada, VI- The government of the Virgin Islands (VI) will pay the surcharge for residential customers of the BVI Electricity Services (BVIEC) for December.

December 13th, 2025
Republic Bank warns of fraudulent webpage

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Republic Bank BVI has issued an urgent warning to its customers about the circulation of a fraudulent website.

December 12th, 2025
Approx $6M Anegada solar plant commissioned

THE SETTLEMENT, Anegada, VI- The Anegada Hybrid Renewable Energy and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Project was today, December 12, 2025, officially commissioned.

December 12th, 2025
Winair adds 5 more flights from Tortola

TRELLIS BAY, Beef Island, VI- Regional travel opportunities from the Terrence B. Lettsome International Airport in the Virgin Islands (VI) have been enhanced through Winair with the addition of five flights weekly.

December 12th, 2025
Bobby's Supermarket RT Christmas decor ‘corporate social responsibility in action’- Hon Lorna G. Smith

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Hon. Lorna G. Smith (AL), OBE, Junior Minister for Financial Services, Economic Development, and Digital Transformation, has praised Elton S. Leonard, owner of Bobby's Supermarket, for transforming De Castro Street and other parts of Road Town into a magical Christmas wonderland with vibrant holiday decorations.

December 12th, 2025
‘Bunchie’ & wife open unique food business on Anegada

THE SETTLEMENT, Anegada, VI- Five years ago, in 2020, Virgin Islands News Online (VINO) featured Lawrence A. Kirton-Wheatley, aka ‘Bunchie’, as a young professional. Lawrence is now a husband and father of two.

December 10th, 2025
Relaunched RiteWay store a 'symbol of commitment' to VG– Frederickson Audain

VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI – After a 14-month revitalisation project, RiteWay Food Markets officially relaunched in Valley, Virgin Gorda on December 6, 2025, with a new store that stands as a modern, customer-focused shopping destination, thoughtfully designed to enhance convenience, comfort, and accessibility for all residents.

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