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160 ESHS graduates told to 'show up despite challenges'
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The 160 graduating students of Elmore Stoutt High School (ESHS) have been told to show up despite challenges.
Hon Melvin M. Turnbull suggests Alliance will become a political party
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Opposition Member Hon Melvin M. Turnbull (R2) has referenced an Alliance government, sparking interest in whether the three Opposition members, who are part of what was described as a Parliamentary alliance, now make up a new political party.
High praise for Hon Lorna G. Smith from Premier Wheatley @Fintech on the Seas
NECKER ISLANDS, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) applauded the work of Hon Lorna G. Smith, OBE (AL) during the opening ceremony of Fintech on the Seas: the BVI’s Digital Assets Summit.
'Technology should be a platform for progress, not weapon of oppression'- HoA Speaker
BRIDGETOWN, Barbados- “Technology should be a platform for progress, not a weapon of oppression. We must unite to protect women’s voices, ensuring leadership is strengthened by courage, not silenced by fear.”
Renewable energy for every VI household a necessity- Troy E. Christopher
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Businessman and former political candidate Mr Troy E. Christopher has emphasised that renewable energy for every household in the Virgin Islands is not just an option; it is a necessity.
Caribbean ‘running behind’ in achieving Sustainable Dev't Goals by 2030
PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad & Tobago- It has been acknowledged that the Caribbean’s progress in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030, was running behind, and that ECLAC and its Associate Members should deepen
engagement on sustainable development and identify where ECLAC can provide technical assistance to assist Associate Members with their needs.
Phase 1 of the Rehabilitation of the Old Administration Building Complete
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Office of the Deputy Governor has completed Phase 1 of the rehabilitation of the Old Administration Building on Main Street, Tortola.
37 BFEC graduates told to ‘Don’t just follow greatness; Become it’
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI– On Wednesday, June 25, 2025, 37 students graduated from the Bregado Flax Educational Centre- Secondary Division, under the theme: ‘In the Footsteps of Giants: Class of 2025 Aimed for Greatness Beyond Limits'.
Adaejah T. Hodge named Panam Sports Ambassador
MIAMI, Florida, USA- The Virgin Islands’ (VI) sprinter Adaejah T. Hodge has been named a Pan American Sports Organisation Ambassador, as part of the Team Panam Sports campaign for the ASU2025 Junior Pan American Games.
Zoe J. Walcott installed as President of Rotary Club of Central Tortola
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The 2025 to 2026 Board of the Rotary Club of Central Tortola was installed during an Installation Dinner and Auction on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at Prime Restaurant in Road Town under the theme: ‘Nobles Were Birthed Here’.

