The consequences of hate are terrible
By Dickson C. Igwe
The study of history offers the reader of past events perspective. For this history lover, history sends warnings down the line into the future- to the present especially.
VI Premier welcomes Logos Hope on inaugural visit to VI
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The world's largest floating book fair, Logos Hope, has made its maiden stop to the Virgin Islands (VI).
Catamaran with 7 on board collided with rocks @Seal Dog Island
LONG BAY, Virgin Gorda, VI- The Marine Safety Investigation and Reporting Authority (MSIRA) of the Premier’s Office is informing the public about a marine incident that occurred on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, around 11:00 PM.
'Self-definition is an act of self-determination'- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has said the Virgin Islands (VI) is already exercising some level of self-determination by having the ability to define itself.
Ice Connection & Set It Off reach VG Summer Jam C/Ship 2025
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- The senior championship of the 2025 VG Summer Jam basketball series is poised for a dramatic showdown between two teams with a history against each other.
Niaeika Aymer wins 2026 Agri & Fisheries Exhibition & Market Theme Competition
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Seventeen-year-old Niaeika Aymer, a student at Elmore Stoutt High School, has emerged as the winner of the prestigious 2026 Agriculture and Fisheries Exhibition and Market Theme Competition.
Hons Penn & Skelton snub Hon Walwyn-led Opposition press conference again!
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- His Majesty’s Loyal Opposition under the controversial Hon Myron V. Walwyn remains (R6) divided as ever, and there appears to be no end in sight to the disunity with Hon Walwyn at the helm.
Willock & One Mart team up to donate bottled water to 3 schools
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- The former Speaker of the House of Assembly and businessman, Mr Julian Willock, along with his Third District Committee and Ms Kishma P. Forbes of Virgin Islands School and Office Supplies, is making a positive impact in the community once again.
Major upgrades for Anegada Ferry Terminal
SETTING POINT, Anegada, VI- Major upgrades are currently ongoing on the Anegada Ferry Terminal, the BVI Ports Authority (BVIPA) has said.
MSIRA investigating boating accident in North Sound area
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - An investigation is currently being conducted by the Marine Safety Investigation and Reporting Authority (MSIRA) into a boating accident that occurred in the North Sound area of Virgin Gorda, near Gun Creek, at approximately 10:30 PM on Saturday, October 18, 2025.
RVIPF investigating several major robbery incidents
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is currently investigating a series of major robbery incidents throughout the territory.
VI's Eustace C. Freeman aka 'Boss' awarded CARIFESTA Icon Award
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Local musician Eustace C. Freeman, aka 'Boss', has been awarded the CARIFESTA Music Icon Award, which he views as a symbol of longevity, love, passion, and dedication to his art.
Decision on incenerator to be made soon- Hon Vincent O. Wheatley
POCKWOOD POND, Tortola, VI- A decision on the non-functioning incinerator at the Pockwood Pond Waste Management Facility is expected soon.
1 injured in boat accident @ West End
WEST END, Tortola, VI- A man sustained injuries following a boat accident at West End, Tortola, this evening, Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
Montserratian refused medical assistance by UK Gov’t dies
KINGSTON, Jamaica- Criticisms of the United Kingdom (UK) for its lack of care for the British Overseas Territories (BOT) and their citizens have been heightened with the death of a man from Montserrat who had been refused medical assistance by the UK government and had to seek healthcare in Jamaica instead.
UPDATE: VI netballers lose opening game @Battle of the Isles
ORANJESTAD, St Eustatius- The Virgin Islands women’s netball team, Ursulas, had a tough opening game of the Battle of the Isles tournament in St Eustatius today, Wednesday, October 22, 2025, losing 35-49 to the hosts at Earl N. Merkman Sports Auditorium in Oranjestad.
Global compliance leader to conduct landmark masterclasses @HLSCC’S RMI
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI – The Virgin Islands’ financial services community is preparing for a transformative milestone this November, as the Vice President of the International Compliance Association (ICA), Timothy Tyler, arrives at the H Lavity Stoutt Community College’s (HLSCC) Robert Mathavious Institute for Financial Services (RMI).
New Eslyn Henley Richiez Learning Centre ‘is meaningful to me’- Hon Rymer
JOHN’S HOLE, Tortola, VI- District 5 Representative and Minister for Communications and Works, Hon Kye M. Rymer, has said the reopening of the Eslyn Henley Richiez Learning Centre is meaningful to him.
Hon Lorna G. Smith OBE receives Pioneer Award during Diplomatic Week 2025
SCRUB ISLAND, VI- The spotlight was shone on Junior Minister for Financial Services, Economic Development and Digital Transformation Hon Lorna G. Smith, OBE, as she was bestowed with the Pioneer Award at the opening ceremony of the 2025 Diplomatic Week at Scrub Island on Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
Hon Vincent O. Wheatley attending OECS Health Ministers meeting in Grenada
GRAND ANSE, St George's, Grenada- Minister for Health and Social Development, Hon Vincent O. Wheatley (R9), is attending the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) 11th Meeting of Ministers: Health in Grenada.
Janice V. Nibbs’ new book ‘I want to be a Baker’ now on sale
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Local author Mrs Janice V. Nibbs’ second book, ‘I want to be a Baker’, is now available for purchase, having been published on August 1, 2025.
Oleander House to be demolished; New building for judges to be constructed
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - In an effort to improve the working conditions for judges in the Virgin Islands, plans are set in motion to demolish the dilapidated Estate House #2, commonly known as Oleander House, located in the heart of Road Town.
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USVI: Crown Bay Marina worker arrested after allegedly attacking man with machete
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St. Thomas, USVI- A worker at the Crown Bay Marina was arrested after an alleged assault on a persistent unwanted visitor to the facility.
Virtuous women of the Bible to be portrayed @'pageant-like' show
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- The characteristics of a few famous women in the Bible will be on full display at the Virtuous Crowns: Women of the Word showcase, taking place on November 1, 2025.
Tropical Vegetables & Root Crops Festival scheduled for December
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The first annual Tropical Vegetables and Root Crops Festival in the Virgin Islands (VI) is scheduled for December 5, 2025.
2 seriously injured in accident involving motor scooter
FORT RECOVERY, Tortola, VI- Two persons, a male and a female, have been seriously injured in an accident involving a motor scooter in the Fort Recovery area of Tortola.
Heroes & Foreparents Day 'is a sacred moment of remembrance & gratitude'- Premier
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Heroes and Foreparents Day, according to Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), is not simply a holiday; it is a sacred moment of remembrance and gratitude.
Tishema Smith-Ramprashad is Miss RVIPF 2025
EAST END, Tortola, VI- Mrs Tishema Smith-Ramprashad has been crowned Miss Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) 2025 title.
interCaribbean Airways' founder awarded honourary degree by UWI
CAVE HILL, Saint Michael, Barbados- Founder and Chairman of interCaribbean Airways, Mr. Lyndon Gardiner has been awarded an honourary Doctor of Laws (LLD) degree by the University of the West Indies (UWI).
HoA accepted salary increase ‘as a body’- Hon Walwyn
FISH BAY, Tortola, VI- Leader of His Majesty’s Loyal Opposition Hon Myron V. Walwyn (R6) has said members of the House of Assembly (HoA) accepted the increase in salaries collectively.
'Policing is not merely an occupation, it is a calling'- Jacqueline E. Vanterpool
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- "Police week is not only a time of celebration and festivities, but a moment to look back to reflect on our journey, our challenges, our setbacks, and our accomplishments."
VI mediates around $638B in investment related to Asia- Hon Lorna G. Smith OBE
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Junior Minister for Financial Services, Economic Development and Digital Transformation Hon Lorna G. Smith, OBE, has said the Virgin Islands is “richer” for knowing the late financial services visionary leader, Robert A. Mathavious, OBE, and “poorer” for losing him.
VI participates in 'critical meeting' of CARICOM Heads of Government
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands has participated in a critical meeting of the CARICOM Heads of Government at their 41st Inter-Sessional meeting held virtually on October 16, 2025.
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USVI: Man sells possessions & relocates but job offer deferred
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- A man who says he sold and donated his household belongings after receiving a job offer from the Virgin Islands Energy Office (VIEO) is now suing after he says Kyle Fleming, VIEO director, deferred the offer a day before his scheduled start date.
VI youth to rep British Caribbean Territories @ World Meteorological Congress in Geneva
PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad & Tobago- The Caribbean Meteorological Organisation (CMO) is "proudly" celebrating Ms Nardia Magloire of the Virgin Islands (VI) as the first Youth Focal Point for the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) Regional Association IV (North America, Central America, and the Caribbean).
Acting CoP promotes several ranks @ Commissioner's Parade
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- In a special ceremony held on October 15, 2025, during the Commissioner's Parade at the Road Town Police Station, several police officers were promoted, marking the conclusion of the 2023-2024 promotion cycle within the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force.
USVI/BVI Friendship Day activities in STT cancelled
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI– The 51st USVI/BVI Friendship Day activities have been cancelled.
HoA fires back @ OT Minister Doughty's threats over law enforcement reforms
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The House of Assembly (HoA) of the Virgin Islands has acknowledged the Minister for Europe, North America, and the Overseas Territories, Hon. Stephen J. Doughty, MP, confirming that an Interim Administration for the Virgin Islands is neither required nor justified.
Moderate to heavy showers approaching the Territory- DDM
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Heavy showers and isolated thunderstorms are approaching the territory.
Infrasturctural challenges continue service disruptions @ VG Clinic
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- Service at the Nurse Iris O’Neal Medical Centre continues to be disrupted as infrastructural challenges continue.
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