‘We are not where we used to be’ with Pockwood Pond dumpsite– Hon Wheatley
CAPPOON'S BAY, Tortola, VI - Described as a vexing issue that has been in existence for years, Minister for Health and Social Development, Honourable Vincent O. Wheatley (R9) says significant progress has still been made to the dumpsite at Pockwood Pond and how it was received by the Virgin Islands Party (VIP) Government.
Guyanese woman freed of gun & ammo charges
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Lynette Sommersall, a Guyana national living in the Virgin Islands for over 20 years, was today, April 23, 2024, acquitted of firearm and ammunition charges stemming from an incident that occurred in 2021.
CBR TPP joins the ranks of Green Globe Membership
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Cyril B. Romney Tortola Pier Park Limited (TPPL) has announced its Green Globe membership, solidifying its commitment to environmental sustainability and responsible tourism practices.
USVI: STT tops Expedia's Fastest Growing Summer Destinations List
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St Thomas, USVI- A new report from Expedia has revealed St Thomas, US Virgin Islands (USVI) as the fastest-growing travel destination for the upcoming summer.
Clyde C. Lettsome tipped to be Chairman of NPT
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The retired Permanent Secretary and now Director of Governmental and Community Affairs and Human Resources of Oil Nut Bay Resort, Mr Clyde C. Lettsome, has been tipped to be the new Chairman of the National Parks Trust (NPT) Board.
Positive co-parenting requires ‘healthy communication’- Seminar emphasises
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Social Development Department recently hosted a conscious co-parenting seminar to highlight the correlation between positive co-parenting and child protection as part of activities to observe Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month.
Saharan Dust expected to continue impacting VI until Thursday- DDM
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Due to the presence of a large plume of Saharan Dust, the air quality in the Virgin Islands is at moderate levels but could reach unhealthy levels, the Department of Disaster Management (DDM) has advised.
Governor Daniel Pruce suffers dislocated shoulder
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- United Kingdom (UK) appointed Governor Daniel Pruce has praised the staff of Dr D. Orlando Smith Hospital for their treatment towards him after he had cause to visit there due to a shoulder injury.
Look forward to clean up & transformation of RT ‘very soon’– Hon Hodge-Smith
CAPPOON’S BAY, Tortola, VI- Fourth District Representative and Jr Minister for Culture and Tourism Hon Luce D. Hodge-Smith has promised a transformation of her district, including Road Town, which she acknowledged as needing to be cleaned up.
19 illegal migrants caught @ Cox Heath included Romania, Haiti & Honduras nationals
COX HEATH, Tortola, VI- The Department of Immigration has now stated that 19, rather than 17, illegal migrants were apprehended at Cox Heath on Tortola on Friday, April 19, 2024.
Rasheda Hodge appointed Official Receiver
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Ms Rasheda Hodge has been appointed Official Receiver at the Ministry of Finance.
Carrot Bay Post Office to be ‘transformed into a multi-purpose facility’- Hon Dawson
CAPPOON’S BAY, Tortola, VI- The post office in Carrot Bay, which was restored but not used after being damaged in the hurricanes of 2017, will be transformed into a multi-purpose facility.
Public invited to consultation on reforms of BVI business companies act
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, Virgin Islands - The BVI Financial Services Commission (the Commission) invites members of the public to provide feedback, opinions and comments on the proposed reform to the BVI Business Companies Act, via the Draft BVI Business Companies (Amendment) Act, 2024 (“the Bill”).
Taylor Simoneaux conquers 8th edition of KPMG Tortola Torture
PASEA ESTATE, Tortola, VI- Battling under the Caribbean sun, Taylor Simoneaux won the 8th edition of the Tortola Torture on Saturday, April 20, 2024.
Storeroom destroyed by fire @ Ellis Thomas Downs
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- Word reaching our news centre is that sometime between 5:00 AM and 6:00 AM today, Sunday, April 21, 2024, there was a small fire reported close to the quarantine stables at Ellis Thomas Downs in Sea Cows Bay.
USVI- Man in custody for shooting 33-year-old woman to death in STT
VI CONSORTIUM
THOMASVILLE, St Thomas, USVI- A fatal shooting that took place Friday evening, April 19, 2024, in St Thomas, US Virgin Islands (USVI) has led to homicide charges against Simon Rawlins Jr, 37, who is charged with shooting 33-year-old Mardette Ward to death.
‘I have been working & getting things done’- Hon Dawson to D1
CAPPOON’S BAY, Tortola, VI- First District Representative Dr the Hon Karl Dawson, in presenting his first District Report to his constituents since being elected as their Representative in April 2023, outlined several areas he has made progress in and also expressed humility in stated that it has been a learning process, and one he willingly embraces.
Public asked to help locate Netherlands & DR nationals
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The public is asked to assist with the location of Mr Pascal Bosman of The Netherlands and Mr Martire Cabrera of Dominican Republic (carrying a St Kitts & Nevis passport).
VI superstar D’Moi M. Hodge greets young B/ball players
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Virgin Islands (VI) basketball superstar and former NBA Lakers player, D’moi M. Hodge today, Saturday, April 20, 2024, dropped by during the team training session at the grassroots Sports Vision Academy (SVA) to greet his young fans and motivate them towards basketball greatness.
Police records ‘significant increase’ in non-residential burglaries on Tortola
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) Criminal Investigations Department has reported a significant increase in the number of non-residential burglaries on Tortola since the beginning of the year, compared to the same period last year.
UPDATE: 17 suspected illegal immigrants nabbed @ Cox Heath
COX HEATH, Tortola, VI- The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force is seeking help to identify some 17 suspected illegal immigrants nabbed after the force received an anonymous call shortly after 6 a.m. on Friday, April 19.
Hon Smith reaffirms VI’s position on fighting fraud & financial crimes
SCRUB ISLAND, VI - Deputy Premier and Minister for Financial Services, Labour, and Trade, Honourable Lorna G. Smith (AL), OBE on April 19, 2024, delivered the keynote address at the special 20th anniversary meeting and conference of ICC FraudNet.
Estimated 512 cruise calls booked for 2024 in VI – BVIPA
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Projected to be a record year for cruise tourism in the Virgin Islands, an Estimated 512 Cruise calls have already been booked for the 2024 year according to data from the BVI Ports Authority (BVIPA).
Vehicle runs off road @ Purcell Estate
PURCELL ESTATE, Tortola, VI- The driver of a motor vehicle lost control and ended up running off the road at Purcell Estate this afternoon, April 19, 2024.
Gov’t working to secure funding for 38 miles of roadworks– Hon Kye M. Rymer
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI– Minister for Communications and Works Hon Kye M. Rymer (R7) says despite some remedial works ongoing on the roads in the Virgin Islands (VI), the government is still looking to secure major funding for the repair of 38 miles of road.
New license granted to set stage for revitalised horse racing on St. Croix
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- “It’s a day that we’ve looked forward to for a long time….we’re cautiously optimistic,” said VIGL Operations LLC’s Chief Financial Officer Andrew Dubuque, when invited to address the public following the Casino Control Commission’s decision to grant VIGL a license to operate a casino at the Randall “Doc” James racetrack on St. Croix.
Hon Dawson to give First District Report on Saturday
CAPPOON’S BAY, Tortola, VI – First District Representative Dr the Hon Dr Karl Dawson will make his first Annual District Report on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at 7:00 PM at the Cappoon’s Bay Field on the western end of Tortola.
Stench of sewage forces closure of EE Police Station ‘until further notice’
EAST END, Tortola, VI- The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has informed the public that the East End Police Station will be closed from today, Friday, April 19, 2024, until further notice.
Measuring Virgin Islands productivity
Dickson C. Igwe
Pursuing a national vision for a prosperous Virgin Islands means adopting an understanding of the country’s capital mix – land, human resources, and technology- its wealth-generating assets, as the tool of change.
VI Gov’t announces solar project to reduce electricity cost by 50%
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC), through the Ministry of Communications and Works, has announced the Solar Technology Energy Programme (STEP), a project aimed at reducing the cost of electricity in the VI and assisting the people of the VI.
Some artistes for 70th Emancipation Festival will be announced next week- Dirk L. Walters
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- As the public eagerly awaits the names of the artistes to perform at the Virgin Islands’ 70th Emancipation Festival, Events Manager at the BVI Tourist Board Mr Dirk L. Walters has said BVITB hopes to disclose some of the artistes by next week Friday.
Vehicle flips @ The Bluff
WEST END, Tortola, VI- It is unclear if anyone was injured when a vehicle turned turtle at The Bluff on Tortola late last night, April 17, 2024.
Gov’t envisioning new & expanded role for RDA– Premier
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI– Virgin Islands (VI) Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr the Hon Natalio. D. Wheatley (R7) has praised the performance of the Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) and announced his government's intention to expand its role.
‘What kind of foolishness going on at the Airport?’- Hon Ronnie W. Skelton
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands’ Opposition Leader Hon Ronnie W. Skelton (AL), while speaking on Other Business at the continuation of the Ninth Sitting of the First Session of the Fifth House of Assembly (HoA), described his treatment at Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport.
Wolues FC up to 2nd as VG United defeated by Lion Heart FC in National League
GREENLAND, Tortola, VI- With a hard-fought 4-2 victory over Panthers FC, at the weekend, Wolues slid quietly into second place in the standings and within five points of Islanders FC with three games in hand.
Department of Culture concludes series of book launches
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Department of Culture recently concluded a series of book launches towards bolstering cultural and literary arts in the [British] Virgin Islands.
Private sector steps up to support BVIOC’s roster of elite athletes
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – More private sector businesses and individuals have committed their support to the BVI Olympic Committee’s (BVIOC) roster of elite athletes as they look ahead to the Paris 2024 Summer Olympic Games.
De Jesus slams 151 as Royal Knights overpower Vikings in BVICA T20 Tournament
GREENLAND, Tortola, VI- The BVI Cricket Association (BVICA) 2024 T20 Tournament got off to an explosive start at Greenland Playfield on Sunday, April 14, 2024, with a century already in the books.
Tarrus Riley, Protege & Farmer Nappy to perform @ One VI Music Fest in CGB
CANE GARDEN BAY, Tortola, VI- The artistes for the One Virgin Islands Music Festival in Cane Garden Bay in June has been announced and Reggae fans would be thrilled to hear that Tarrus Riley and Protégé will headline the performances.
UK church group issues apology for slavery
ST ANDREW, Jamaica- The United Reformed Church in the United Kingdom on Sunday, April 14, 2024, issued a solemn apology to Jamaica, the Caribbean, and Africa for its role in the transatlantic slave trade, regarded by many as the greatest crime against humanity.
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