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'Our duty is to ensure the road ahead remains strong'- Hon Hodge-Smith
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI — The Junior Minister for Tourism and Culture, Honourable Luce D. Hodge-Smith (R4), has urged the people of the Virgin Islands to take collective responsibility for building a safe, secure, and empowering society for future generations.
Filipino community Joins 72nd Emancipation Festival Parade in VI
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Filipino community proudly joined thousands of revelers in the 72nd Emancipation Festival Parade in the Virgin Islands, celebrating freedom, heritage, unity, and cultural diversity. With the Philippine flag held high and smiles on their faces, participants represented the Philippines with pride as they took part in one of the territory’s most vibrant cultural events.
Premier Wheatley-led mission to India scheduled for August 24 to 31
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Final preparations are underway for the Virgin Islands’ (VI) upcoming four-city mission to India later this month.
Gun fired during altercation @ Long Bay Beach
LONG BAY, Beef Island, VI- A firearm was discharged in a crowd during an altercation that started between two persons at Long Bay Beach on Beef Island this morning, Wednesday, August 5, 2026.
VI to host ECVA Senior Volleyball C/ships
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands (VI) will host the Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Men and Women Volleyball Championships from August 12 to 16, 2026, at the Multi-Purpose Sports Complex.
Hundreds flock Tuesday's Rise & Shine in Road Town
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- For the first time ever, Rise and Shine, another staple of the Virgin Islands Emancipation Festival, was held on a Tuesday. It was a huge success.
August Monday Parade brings the capital city alive
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The August Monday Parade, one of the feature events of the Virgin Islands Emancipation Festival, brought the capital city, Road Town, to life on August 3, 2026, with its vibrant colours, variety of music, creative floats and troupes, and energetic dancing.
Ignoring VG & Anegada would be the ‘biggest mistake’- Hon Vincent O. Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Ninth District Representative and Minister for Health and Social Development, Hon Vincent O. Wheatley, has called on his government colleagues and the Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) to concentrate on developing his district, specifically Anegada and Virgin Gorda.
Sprint star Adaejah T. Hodge participates in August Monday Parade
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI — Virgin Islands sprint star Adaejah T. Hodge joined the 2026 August Monday Festival Parade, giving residents an opportunity to celebrate her historic Commonwealth Games achievement.
Dwight Hill announces intention to run for electoral office
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Dwight Hill has announced his intention to contest the upcoming 2027 general elections in the Virgin Islands, asking the public for their support as he prepares to enter the race.
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