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Tension mounts as NDP chooses Chairman; Has Hon Penn emerged as frontrunner?
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- They have said in public statements that they are back together, after splitting in three parts. We are speaking about the National Democratic Party (NDP), the main Opposition party in the Virgin Islands. The Party broke up in 2018/19 with Hon Ronnie W. Skelton (AL) forming his own Progressive Virgin Islands Movement (PVIM), sometimes referred to as NDP 2.
Premier Wheatley announces relief measures for VI in response to 'global events'
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), has announced a multi-step measure for the Virgin Islands (VI) in response to increasing prices due to recent global events.
Lesmore Smith announced as independent candidate but 'willing to join a party'
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI - Local businessman and horse racing icon Mr Lesmore Smith has announced his intention to run in the next general elections in the Virgin Islands, which is constitutionally due in 2027.
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VI Gov’t honours 14 outstanding farmers & fishers
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- Outstanding farmers and fishers from across the Virgin Islands (VI) were honoured by the government during the opening ceremony of the 2026 Agriculture and Fisheries Exhibition and Market on April 10, 2026.
2026 Agriculture & Fisheries Exhibition & Market ongoing
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr. the Hon. Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has stated that the 2026 Agriculture and Fisheries Exhibition and Market is timely in light of the global shocks stemming from ongoing world conflicts.
‘Children are the most important members of our society’- Hon Vincent O. Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Minister for Health and Social Development, Hon Vincent O. Wheatley (R9) has said adults hold the responsibility of creating safe spaces for children to speak about their experiences.
Music, Skin, Culture & Colours: VG Festival 2026
SPANISH TOWN, Virgin Gorda, VI- It was a fun day for the Virgin Gorda Easter Festival Parade 2026, which took place on Monday 6, April 2026.
60th VG Easter Festival ‘calls for vision, planning & renewed commitment’- Premier
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), has called for a grand celebration to mark the 60th Virgin Gorda Easter Festival in 2027.
Aldencia & Angel Francis captured $1K Hon Ralph T. O’Neal Hat Parade grand prize
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI - Aldencia Francis and Angel Francis won the grand prize of $1,000 at the annual Hon Ralph T. O’Neal Hat Parade, which took place on Sunday, April 5, 2026, as part of the activities for the 2026 Virgin Gorda Easter Festival.
Avanell Morton’s name is ‘deeply rooted in life & identity’ of VG- Premier Wheatley
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- The 2026 Virgin Gorda Easter Festival officially opened last evening, Saturday, April 4, 2026.
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