‘It’s a novel idea!’- Hon Fraser endorses Willock’s back-to-school initiative
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- It may not have scored any political points for him, but Third District Representative and Deputy Premier Hon Julian Fraser RA (R3) did not shy away from singing praises on former Speaker of the House of Assembly (HoA) Mr Julian Willock for his annual Back-to-School Giveaways at Valerie O. Thomas Community Centre in Sea Cows Bay, Tortola on Sunday, August 31, 2025.
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Ronn A. Grant leaves 284 Media
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Broadcast Journalist and 284 Media Nightly News anchor and presenter, Mr Ronn A. Grant, bid farewell to the company and viewers on Friday, August 29, 2025.
Ryan R.E. Geluk & Lynette L. Harrigan tie the knot in Canada
ONTARIO, Canada- Two prominent persons in the Virgin Islands, Ryan R.E. Geluk of BDO Limited and Lynette L. Harrigan, MBE of the BVI Tourist Board & Film Commission, said “I do” to each other at the Kent Gold Club and Event Centre in Chatham-Kent, Ontario, Canada, on August 11, 2025.
Anti-Crime Summit must have ‘real substance’- Governor Daniel Pruce
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Governor Daniel Pruce has said the upcoming Anti-Crime Summit needs to have “real substance” for it to be effective in tackling increasing crime in the Virgin Islands (VI).
WIN BVI donates to 65 families under Smart Start Programme
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- For the second year, families in Tortola and Virgin Gorda have benefited from assistance from a WIN BVI programme called Smart Start ahead of the new school year.
VI to host regional Tourism Human Resources Conference in October
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The 11th regional Tourism Human Resource conference will be held in the Virgin Islands (VI) in October.
Is Government corrupt & our country dying?
By Alred 'AC' Frett
When Governments Make Themselves the Enemy:
We may dislike the Truth, but we need it, so the things I say may not be to your liking, but they are necessary for our People & Country... Perhaps you heard them before but regarded yourself as special, and immune to the hardships of life... However, thanks to Governments and their Agencies, our Children are becoming strangers in their own Home, and residents of His Majesty’s Prison and local Graveyards.
UPDATE: Necker Island fatal accident victim is executive sous chef Sihle Somdaka
NECKER ISLAND, VI– The man who lost his life late Friday night, August 29, 2025, following an accident on Necker Island, has been identified as executive sous chef Sihle Somdaka, 35, of South Africa.
2024 Governor’s Cup champ Ghostinyou comes up short in Labour Day Races on STT
ESTATE BOVONI, St Thomas, VI- With a ferry load of persons from Tortola travelling to the Labour Day Races at Clinton E. Phipps Racetrack on St Thomas on Sunday, August 31, 2025, much attention was being placed on the penultimate race of the day, which featured 2024 Governor’s Cup Champion Ghostinyou of Tortola.
Third District Back-to-School 2025 a huge success- Julian Willock
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- The annual Third District Back-to-School Giveaways was held yesterday, Sunday, August 31, 2025, at Valerie O. Thomas Community Centre, in Sea Cows Bay.
'We have let the guards down in this country'- Claude O. Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI– Pastor and commentator Mr Claude O. Skelton-Cline has called for the enforcement of rules and regulations to preserve and protect the Virgin Islands' culture.
‘The sun is free...Get on board’ with STEP- Hon Kye M Rymer
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- Minister for Communications and Works, Hon Kye M. Rymer (R5), has encouraged Virgin Islanders to sign up for the Solar Technology and Energy Programme (STEP).
We don’t want business owners to be ‘disadvantaged’- Dr Lincoln E. Bobb
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Dr Lincoln E. Bobb, Deputy Director of the Department of Trade, Investment, Promotion and Consumer Affairs, has said the department does not want the business owners it has invested in to be disadvantaged, hence the reason why support continues following the awarding of grants.
'Walk Against Dementia' among activities for World Alzheimer’s Month
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands Alzheimer's Association will host a 'Walk Against Dementia' on Friday, September 19, 2025, at Noel Lloyd Park, to raise awareness, promote understanding, and support those affected by dementia.
Floki's Flight edges Pure Speight in a battle of champions
ESTATE BOVONI, St Thomas, USVI- Two champions in a WINNER TAKES ALL showdown that left the crowd on its feet.
3 BVIFA staff achieve FIFA Coach Educators Diploma
EAST END, Tortola, VI- Three staff members of the BVI Football Association (BVIFA) are further equipped to deliver quality football coaching education programmes in the Virgin Islands.
US visa applicants must adjust privacy settings on all social media profiles to 'public'
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Civil Registry and Passport Office is advising members of the public of new guidance issued by the United States Department of State regarding the process related to various categories of visas.
USVI: Woman arrested for DUI after colliding with Police Unit on STX
VI CONSORTIUM
CHRISTIANSTED, St Croix, USVI- A late-night auto collision involving a civilian driver and a police unit on the Christiansted Bypass has led to the arrest of Sarah Vasquez on charges of driving under the influence and negligent driving.
UPDATE: D3 Back-to-School relocated to Valerie O. Thomas Community Centre
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- Former Speaker of the House of Assembly and businessman Mr Julian Willock and his Third District Committee have announced a change of venue for the annual back-to-school event slated for today, Sunday, August 31, 2025.
Dwynel D. Davis wins VI Adult Spell-Off 2025
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- Dwynel D. Davis emerged the top speller when the 4th edition of The VI Adult Spell-Off was held at Eileene L. Parsons Auditorium, H. Lavity Stoutt Community College, in Paraquita Bay on Saturday, August 30, 2025.
Quarterly Sister Islands meeting held on Anegada
THE SETTLEMENT, Anegada, VI- Senior Managers from across the public service were engaged in the quarterly Sister Islands Coordination Committee Meeting on Anegada.
PINS & passwords not required during vetting of police officers- Governor Pruce
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Governor Daniel Pruce has clarified misinformation regarding the line of questioning police officers in the Virgin Islands (VI) are subjected to during the vetting process.
23 entrepreneurs receive MSME grants
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Twenty-three entrepreneurs have received grants from the Department of Trade, Investment Promotion, and Consumer Affairs.
BVI Postal Service temporarily suspends mail to US & US territories
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The BVI Postal Service announced the temporary suspension of mail items containing goods bound for the United States (US) and its territories effective yesterday, Friday, August 29, 2025, until further notice.
Tortola's Ghostinyou making another attempt for glory @Labour Day Races in STT
ESTATE BOVONI, St Thomas, USVI- 2024 Governor's Cup Champion Ghostinyou of Tortola will be the lone Tortola horse in competition when the Labour Day Races are held at Clinton E. Phipps Racetrack on St Thomas, US Virgin Islands on Sunday, August 31, 2025.
VI surpasses regional pass rate average in Maths by nearly 15%- Education CEO
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Even as the pass rates in Mathematics at the Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) examinations are a cause for concern in the region, the Virgin Islands (VI) has seen an increase in its pass rate.
USVI: Epstein-related lawsuit against Stacey E. Plaskett dismissed
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- A notice filed Thursday, August 28, 2025, in the Southern District of New York confirmed that the civil case naming Congressional Delegate Stacey E. Plaskett as a defendant has been dismissed with prejudice.
Premier Wheatley gives thumbs up to Village Cay, Rhythm+Sands, Food & Rum Festival
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Village Cay, Rhythm+Sands, Food & Rum Festival is expected to enhance the Virgin Islands' tourism product and boost businesses during the slow tourism season.
Sargassum may affect smell & taste of water- Environmental Health Division
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Environmental Health Division has put out a notice advising the public to be cautious of water with an unfamiliar smell and taste as sargassum seaweed continues to be present in the Territory’s waters.
'Comprehensive investigation' into marine accident off Brandywine Bay being done
BRANDYWINE BAY, Tortola, VI- Significant progress is being made by the Marine Safety Investigation and Reporting Authority (MSIRA) in the investigation into the boating accident which occurred on Saturday, July 26, 2025, involving a 31-foot Stamas 310 Tarpon off Brandywine Bay.
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InterCaribbean to host flight attendant recruitment job fair next month
PROVIDENCIALES, Turks and Caicos Islands- Virgin Islanders have the opportunity to join the team at interCaribbean Airways, as the airline announces a flight attendant recruitment job fair scheduled for Tuesday, September 9, 2025.
Section of Huntum’s Ghut road to be partially closed for remedial works- Hon Rymer
HUNTUM’S GHUT, Tortola, VI- Remedial drainage and road works are scheduled to begin on a section of the Huntum’s Ghut road tomorrow, Friday, August 29, 2025.
Fmr champs Set It Off handle East in latest VG Summer Jam action
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- Former champions of the VG Summer League, Set If Off made it clear they are back in the title hunt again this year, beating East 85-73 when play in the 2025 league continued at A. Jeffrey Caines Arena in Virgin Gorda on Saturday, August 23, 2025.
VI featured 'prominently' @CARIFESTA XV- PS Joseph Smith-Abbott
BRIDGETOWN, Barbados- Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sustainable Development, Mr Joseph Smith-Abbott has said the Virgin Islands (VI) has received prominent exposure at CARIFESTA XV.
The Barefoot Trainer to conduct exclusive hospitality training series on VG
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI – The British Virgin Islands Tourist Board & Film Commission (BVITBFC) will launch the Barefoot Trainer Hospitality Series on October 22, 2025, in Virgin Gorda.
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Rotary Club of Central Tortola launches radio programme 'Rotary Spotlight'
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- The Rotary Club of Central Tortola (RCCT) has introduced a new radio programme, aimed at inspiring volunteerism within communities across the Virgin Islands (VI).
VI sponsors Lincoln Park Young Professionals Caribbean Cocktail Party in Chicago
CHICAGO, Illinois, USA- With the Anegada Lobster Festival fast approaching, the British Virgin Islands Tourist Board & Film Commission (BVITBFC) is turning up the heat in Chicago, Illinois, to promote the Territory’s signature culinary celebration.
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'We will fight for additional funding' for Education- Hon Sharie B. de Castro
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI– Despite a significant investment of approximately 16 million dollars into the education system of the Virgin Islands, the Minister for Education, Youth Affairs, and Sports, Honourable Sharie B. de Castro (AL), has indicated there may be a need to request additional funding from the government.
Our names are etched in the 'history of the world'- Dariér Malone
TRELLIS BAY, Beef Island, VI- The Most Valuable Player (MVP) of the 2025 European Baseball Championships, Virgin Islander Ms Dariér Malone, has said winning the MVP award and bringing home the championship are the results of hard work.
Hon Walwyn 'publicly sought my support on several occasions'- Claude O. Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI– Pastor and social commentator Claude O. Skelton-Cline, host of the programme 'Honestly Speaking', has disclosed that Leader of the Opposition and Member for the 6th District, Hon Myron V. Walwyn, publicly sought his support on several occasions.
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