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Walwyn's HoA Honestly Speaking comments were 'reckless, willful & wicked'- Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI – Pastor Claude O. Skelton-Cline, host of the program 'Honestly Speaking', has criticised the Leader of the Opposition and member for the 6th District, Hon. Myron V. Walwyn, for mentioning his program during a recent meeting of the House of Assembly (HOA).
VI is producing baseball/softball athletes who are a ‘rising force’- VISBA VP Roxanne McNeil
TRELLIS BAY, Beef Island, VI- Vice President of the Virgin Islands Softball/Baseball Association (VISBA), Roxanne McNeil, has said the Virgin Islands (VI) is producing world-class baseball and softball athletes.
Last minute gut clearing was a strategic decision- Hon Kye M. Rymer
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Co-host of Talking Points, Mr Damion C. Grange put the Ministry of Communications and Works and Hon Kye M. Rymer (R5) on the spot, calling the last minute clearing of guts in the Territory a responsive action and not proactive, however, Hon Rymer explained that was not the case this time.
UPDATE: VI edged by Suriname in crucial game of CFU Girls Challenge Series
BALMAIN, Couva, T&T- Ace striker Kiyah-Starr Shelton had been shouldering the Virgin Islands (VI) at the CFU Girls U14 Challenge Football Series in Trinidad and Tobago, giving them hope for qualification to the semi-finals; but it proved to be a bridge too far in a crucial game against Suriname on August 19, 2025.
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J’Seanna J. Barnes & Maya Z.V. Marcellin are Miss Teen BVI 2025 contestants
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- In an eagerly awaited announcement, the title of the new teen ambassador for the Virgin Islands will be up for grabs during the highly anticipated 14th annual Miss Teen British Virgin Islands pageant.
Jaleel N. Croal wins 100m bronze @ Jr Pan Am Games in Paraguay
ASUNCION, Paraguay, SA- Virgin Islands sprinter Jaleel N. Croal has won a bronze medal for the Territory at the Junior Pan Am Games in Asuncion, Paraguay.
'You failed that test' as Leader of the Opposition 'spectacularly'- Hon Walwyn told
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The eyes of Leader of the Opposition Hon Myron V. Walwyn (R6) appeared to nearly pop out of their sockets when he was told at an Opposition Press Conference on August 14, 2025, that the recent failed Motion of No Confidence against Premier Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) and the Government of the Virgin Islands also represented a failure on his part as Leader of the Opposition.
‘Proper engineering’ needed for Fort Hill Road- Hon Kye M. Rymer
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- The beginning phases to address the Fort Hill Road are currently underway, Minister for Communications and Works Hon Kye M. Rymer (R5) has said.
Hon Hodge-Smith to lead 53-member VI delegation to CARIFESTA 2025 in Barbados
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Junior Minister for Culture and Tourism, Honourable Luce D. Hodge-Smith (R4), will lead a Virgin Islands delegation to the upcoming Caribbean Festival of Arts, CARIFESTA.
'I'm guilty as charged' for investing in youth- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Stating that he believes in the Arts and all those involved in it, Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has defended himself against accusations from the Opposition Leader that he is spending on "indulgences".
Jaleel N. Croal reaches 100M Final @ ASU2025 Pan Am Junior Games
ASUNCION, Paraguay, SA- Young Virgin Islands sprinter Jaleel N. Croal has reached the final of the 100M at the 2025 Pan Am Junior Games in Asuncion, Paraguay.
'We should not allow fear to rule our streets'- Premier Wheatley
HUNTUM'S GHUT, Tortola, VI - Virgin Islands Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has urged the entire territory to reclaim the Virgin Islands from the grasp of criminals.
'You are the heartbeat of our community'- Hon Rymer to VI youth
HUNTUM’S GHUT, Tortola, VI- Minister for Communications and Works Hon Kye M. Rymer (R5) has encouraged young persons in the Virgin Islands (VI) to see value in themselves.
Complaints over power outages despite recent maintenance; BVIEC explains
LONG BUSH, Tortola, VI- An engineer with the BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) sought to explain why the Territory experienced extensive power outages on the weekend, even though the electricity company conducted maintenance recently.
UPDATE: Kiyah-Starr Shelton nets 4 goals in big win over Grenada @CFU Challenge Series
MALABAR, Arima, T&T— Left-footed striker Kiyah-Starr Shelton was the star of the show when the Virgin Islands registered a 6-0 victory over Grenada on Match Day 3 of the 2025 Caribbean Football Union (CFU) U14 Girls Challenge Series at Larry Gomes Stadium in Trinidad and Tobago on Sunday, August 17, 2025.
VIslanders describe UK-VI relationship as an 'abusive' one- UN’s C-24 Report
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Residents of the Virgin Islands (VI) described the relationship between the VI and the United Kingdom (UK) as that of an abusive relationship, according to the United Nations (UN) Special Committee on Decolonisation (C-24) ‘Report of the United Nations visiting mission to the British Virgin Islands, 26 to 27 August 2024’.
New tropical wave could approach VI by weekend
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The National Hurricane Center’s 2:00 AM Tropical Weather Outlook for August 18, 2025, reports a large area of disorganised showers and thunderstorms over the eastern tropical Atlantic associated with a tropical wave.
VI to explore promoting Emancipation Festival to cruise passengers
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Junior Minister for Culture and Tourism, Honourable Luce D. Hodge-Smith (R4) has stated that efforts to promote the Virgin Islands Emancipation Celebrations as a tourist attraction for cruise passengers are on the agenda.
Assessments of road infrastructure ongoing but minimal impact from Erin reported
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Apart from the usual rock slides, and reports of a collapse road in the East End area, the Virgin Islands was spared major damages from the Category 5 Hurricane, Erin, which passed north of the Virgin Islands on Saturday, August 16, 2025, into Sunday morning, August 17, 2025.
Heavy rainfall & thunderstorms affected BVIEC's infrastructure causing outages
LONG BUSH, Tortola, VI- The BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) is working to restore power safely to communities across the Territory that are without power following outages caused by the passage of Hurricane Erin.
Public asked to remain cautious as Erin moves away from VI
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands (VI) saw 9 inches of rain as a result of Hurricane Erin in 18 hours.
Flash Flood Watch in effect for VI
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A Flash Flood Watch is now in effect for the Virgin Islands (VI) as heavy rainfall from Hurricane Erin continues, according to the BVI Department of Disaster Management (DDM).
Bronze for Rikkoi A.R. Brathwaite @ NACAC Championships
FREEPORT, Grand Bahama, The Bahamas- Virgin Islands sprinter Rikkoi A.R. Brathwaite secured bronze in the Men’s 100m at the 2025 NACAC Senior Championships with a time of 10.15 seconds.
Virgin Islander Jamal Jones dies in fatal Missouri crash
LAWRENCE COUNTY, Missouri, USA- A crash between a pedestrian and a tractor-trailer on I-44 on the morning of Friday 15, August 2025, left one person dead, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol.
Crime fighting strategies being strengthened in VI
HUNTUM'S GHUT, Tortola, VI- Virgin Islands Governor Daniel Pruce has stated that strategies to strengthen the fight against crime in the Virgin Islands (VI) are being developed.
Emancipation Festival 2025 a success- Hon Luce D. Hodge-Smith
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The recently concluded 71st Virgin Islands Emancipation Festival was a success, according to Junior Minister for Tourism and Culture, Hon Luce D. Hodge-Smith (R4), during The Virgin Islands Voice on August 13, 2025.
UPDATE: T.B. Lettsome Int’l Airport resumes operations
TRELLIS BAY, Beef Island, VI- Travellers have been advised of the resumption of operations at the Terrence B. Lettsome International Airport.
Erin is now a ‘major hurricane’
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Hurricane Erin is now considered a Major Hurricane according to the BVI Department of Disaster Management.
Erin becomes 1st hurricane of 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Erin, the fifth named storm, becomes the first hurricane in the Atlantic Basin of the 2025 hurricane season.
VI is 'hindered' being an OT- UN C-24 Report
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Members of Government and the Opposition have described being an Overseas Territory of the United Kingdom (UK) as a hindrance to the Virgin Islands (VI).
Hons Skelton & Penn snub Hon Walwyn’s Opposition press conference
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- After failing to get support from even his own Opposition members on his recent Vote of No Confidence motion brought against the Government of the Virgin Islands in the House of Assembly (HoA), Leader of the Opposition and premier-hopeful Hon Myron V. Walwyn (R6) failed to get all of his Opposition members to his press conference on Thursday, August 14, 2025.
Scrub Island Resort appoints renowned holistic wellness expert as new Spa Manager
SCRUB ISLAND, VI – Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina, regarded as the exclusive luxury retreat in the Virgin Islands, has appointed internationally respected wellness professional Dr Arun Kumar as Spa Manager of its signature Ixora Spa.
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Community policing training launched to enhance community engagement
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Acting Commissioner of Police Jacqueline E. Vanterpool has stated that effective policing relies on presence, engagement, and trust, and residents should know their officers not only during crises but also as visible, approachable, and proactive partners in community safety.
VI showcased as must-visit paradise in Susan Calman’s ‘Cruise of a Lifetime’ UK series
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – The latest Caribbean episode of Susan Calman’s Cruise of a Lifetime, featuring the Virgin Islands (VI), is now available via downloadable link.
Addressing crime isn’t gov’t responsibility only- Cabinet Sec. Sandra I. Ward
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Cabinet Secretary Ms Sandra I. Ward has said the battle against crime in the Virgin Islands is not only for the government.
Rise and Shine & Parade 'can no longer be on same day'- Hon Luce D. Hodge-Smith
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI– The Junior Minister for Culture and Tourism, Honourable Luce D. Hodge-Smith (R4), has announced that discussions will begin regarding changing the date for the Parade and the Rise and Shine Tramp, as the two events currently occur on the same day.
VI waited 5 years for UK to greenlight UN’s C-24 visit
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- In a not-so-surprising twist, a report from the United Nations (UN) Special Committee on Decolonisation (C-24) visiting mission to the Virgin Islands (VI) revealed that the Territory waited for approval from the United Kingdom (UK) for the visiting mission for about five years.
Communications & Works Minister prepares VI for Tropical Storm Erin
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Minister for Communications and Works, Honourable Kye M. Rymer (R5), along with Public Works Director, Mr Jeremy W. Hodge, visited Virgin Gorda, Jost van Dyke, and several districts on Tortola to assess preparations ahead of Tropical Storm Erin.
VI represented @Concacaf Youth Football Summit 2025 in Curaçao
WILLEMSTAD, Curaçao- The BVI Football Association (BVIFA) participated in the 2025 Concacaf Youth Football Summit, held from August 6–8, 2025, in Willemstad, Curaçao, with Youth and Female Football Coach Latoya Sue representing the territory among regional and global leaders in the sport.
Rotary Club of Central Tortola receives prestigious Membership Achievement Award
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Rotary Club of Central Tortola has been awarded the Membership Action Plan (MAP) Membership Achievement Award for the 2024/25 Rotary year, in recognition of its outstanding success in growing and strengthening its membership.
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