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‘I definitely reject this concept’ that VI is corrupt- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has rubbished claims by Ben W. Judas, the former Special Adviser to the British Foreign Secretary, that the Virgin Islands (VI) is corrupt.
Works begin on lighting system @A.O. Shirley Recreation Ground
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) is reporting that foundation works have officially commenced at the A.O. Shirley Recreation Ground as part of the Lighting Infrastructure Project aimed at improving the facility’s lighting system and extending its use for sports and community activities.
InterCaribbean & VI celebrate inaugural Barbados-Tortola flight
TRELLIS BAY, BEEF ISLAND, VI- InterCaribbean Airways had its inaugural direct flight from Barbados to Beef Island in the Virgin Islands on Sunday, March 8, 2026.
VI Gov’t warns its nationals in war-torn Middle East to ‘shelter in place’
SHENZHEN, Hong Kong, China- As the war in the Middle East continues in its second week, the Government of the Virgin Islands, through its Hong Kong Office, has advised nationals of the Virgin Islands in the United Arab Emirates and the wider Middle East to “shelter in place until further notice”.
Anegada’s Fighting Back wins feature horse race of Spring Stakes on STT
ESTATE BOVONI, St Thomas, USVI- The feature race of the Spring Stakes race card at Clinton E. Phipps Sr Racetrack was thrillingly won by Fighting Back of Anegada moments ago, March 8, 2026.
'We do not take sides in distant conflicts'- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Referring to the ongoing war in the Middle East, Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has stated his position on the conflict.
VI first responders complete CARICOM Disaster Response Unit Training
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Fifteen first responders from the Caribbean, including sixteen police and fire officers from the Virgin Islands (VI), recently completed the CARICOM Disaster Response Unit Training in the Virgin Islands.
Obesity one of the most serious public health challenges facing VI- Health Minister
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- "Obesity is one of the most serious public health challenges facing the Virgin Islands today. It is driving the increase in chronic non-communicable diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, and stroke." This is according to Minister for Health and Social Development Hon Vincent O. Wheatley (R9), who said these conditions are affecting families, placing strain on the healthcare system and impacting productivity and economic stability as a Territory.
‘Outstanding day of racing’ @ Clinton E. Phipps Sr Racetrack promised today
ESTATE BOVONI, St Thomas, USVI- Spring Stakes at Clinton E. Phipps Sr Racetrack in St Thomas, US Virgin Islands (USVI) today, Sunday, March 8, 2026, marks the kickoff of the 2026 racing season, and the 10th racecard since the racetrack redevelopment.
'VI fully committed' to regional integration- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has refuted claims suggesting that the Virgin Islands’ (VI) decision not to sign the CARICOM Free Movement Agreement among CARICOM nationals indicates a lack of support or disrespect towards "our Caribbean brothers and sisters".
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