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Hon Walwyn & Alliance blasted for more divisive politics over constitutional report
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- In what many described as an assault on the views of the people and an effort to put fear and division in the process, Leader of the Opposition Hon Myron V. Walwyn (R6) and his three-member-led Alliance Party are at it again.
'It's unlikely business owners will have access to weapons'- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – The discussion around gun ownership for business owners and private individuals is important; however, the responsibility for gun ownership in the Virgin Islands ultimately lies with the United Kingdom (UK).
Game-changer! VI residents can now access parametric insurance 'on own terms'
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Business and property owners in the Virgin Islands (VI) now have the opportunity to access hassle-free insurance, setting their own terms with Parametric Windstorm.
Jerry could bring strong winds when it passes VI as hurricane- DDM
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Tropical Storm Jerry is currently about 1,000 miles southeast of the Virgin Islands, moving west north-westward at 23mph, the Department of Disaster Management (DDM) informed in an update at 5:30 AM today, Wednesday, October 8, 2025.
Farmers & fishers chart new way forward with Premier's Office
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) highlighted major key initiatives aimed at strengthening the territory’s economic and environmental sustainability during a one-day planning meeting with farmers and fishers.
‘Issuing a firearm licence is an option of last resort’- Acting CoP
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- As business owners and other persons in society have expressed the view that business owners should be allowed to bear firearms for protection in the Virgin Islands, due to the apparent increase in gun crime, Acting Commissioner of Police Jacqueline E. Vanterpool, who is the designated licencing authority for firearm licences in the territory, has weighed in on the discussion.
Operators Without Borders back in VI assisting with pipe replacement
DIAMOND ESTATE, Tortola, VI- The Ministry of Communications and Works, with assistance from Operators Without Borders (OWB), is currently laying 5800 feet of high-density polyethylene (HDPE) main transmission pipe with a 10-inch interior diameter in Diamond Estate on Tortola.
Man shot at bar outside Pier Park identified as Jevonte Barnes
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Mr Jevonte Barnes 24, of Belle Vue, Tortola, has been identified as the victim of the armed robbery and shooting that occurred early morning, Saturday, October 4, 2025, at a popular bar in the vicinity of Tortola Pier Park in Road Town. I
RCCT's communication internship shines spotlight on young readers
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- On Saturday, October 4, 2025, the Rotary Club of Central Tortola (RCCT) successfully completed another enriching session of its Communication Internship Programme, hosted at ZBVI Radio.
RVIPF Marine Unit launches marine awareness campaign
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - In addition to their crime-fighting efforts and security measures across the Virgin Islands, the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) Marine Unit is taking significant steps under its community policing mandate by launching a community initiative.
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