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New Chair & Members for VI Scholarship Committee
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Several members have been appointed to the Virgin Islands Scholarship Committee for a term of two years and ten months, effective March 1, 2025, to December 31, 2027.
Individuals urged to obtain food handler's certificate ahead of Emancipation Festival
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Ministry of Health and Social Development, through the Environmental Health Division, has encouraged individuals who plan on handling food during the 2025 Emancipation Festival to obtain a food handler's certificate.
USVI: Gov. Byran markets USVI as top-tier investment destination
VI CONSORTIUM
WASHINGTON D.C., USA- Government House announced Friday that Governor Albert A. Bryan Jr. addressed more than 100 clients and personnel of law firm Winston & Strawn, making a powerful case for the U.S. Virgin Islands as a premier destination to do business.
80% of water lost before reaching taps- Operators Without Borders
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A massive amount of water is lost while making its way to taps in the Virgin Islands (VI).
Terrance B. Lettsome Int'l Airport Fire Officer shot to death
GREENLAND, Tortola, VI- Last evening, Friday, June 20, 2025, just before 11:00 PM, a man was fatally shot in Greenland close to a popular bar.
The Road to World War 3
By Dickson C. Igwe
Ok: there are assertions that this series of stories on ‘’ the road to war’’ is of no relevance to the Virgin Islands.
Motorcyclist injured in accident @ Purcell Estate
PURCELL ESTATE, Tortola, VI- The rider of a motorcycle was taken to Dr D. Orlando Smith Hospital after he became involved in an accident at Purcell Estate this morning, Friday, June 20, 2025.
VG Bayside Blazers ‘ready to defend' basketball title- Willock
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- It will be 'the mother of all games' come Saturday, June 21, 2025, around 10:00 PM, when 2025 King of the Courts Champions Virgin Gorda Bayside Blazers are challenged to a rematch by USVI Élites, a team that the Blazers have beaten already.
VI tapped to lead Latin America & C’bean cooperation on development
SANTIAGO, Chile- The Virgin Islands (VI) has been selected to serve as a Vice Chair of the Second Regional Conference on South-South Cooperation in Latin America and the Caribbean.
VI students being guided along 'strategic career pathways'- Hon de Castro
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Students need to be work-ready upon leaving school, Hon Sharie B. de Castro (AL), Minister for Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, said while assuring that this is her ministry’s aim.
Hon Walwyn slammed for being 'unwise & irresponsible'
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- The controversial Opposition Leader of the Virgin Islands, Honourable Myron V. Walwyn (R6), has been criticised as "unwise and irresponsible" for snubbing local procedures and inviting Governor Daniel Pruce to get involved in the Bank of Asia (BVI) Limited fiasco.
Gov’t partners with Operators Without Borders to tackle VI water issues
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The government of the Virgin Islands (VI) has partnered with Operators Without Borders to tackle the water issues in the territory.
Gov’t declares water a ‘National Critical Priority’; Initial $8M to be allocated
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Government of the Virgin Islands, with Cabinet’s approval, has declared water a ‘National Critical Priority and will pump an initial eight million dollars towards immediate upgrades to the system.
A National Guard would instil sense of pride & security- Troy E. Christopher
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Young people in the Virgin Islands (VI) appear to be straying due to the absence of fundamental institutions, such as a national guard, cadets, scouts, and after-school programmes, that foster a sense of national pride and security.
Trumpism & a world gone mad
Alred C. Frett
Playing the Fool so Idiots can call you Wise:
When I spoke and wrote Articles of Trump creating wars and putting the Army into endangering those it swore to protect, I truly believed it, but never expected it to happen so soon... We are now seeing that included in the New America, and I’m not overly concerned about the falling out between him and Elon because there is no honour among thieves, and they will reunite, once there is need to cover their asses.
115 individuals naturalised as British Overseas Territories Citizens
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- One hundred and fifteen individuals have been naturalised as British Overseas Territories Citizens following two ceremonies held at Government House on June 16 and 17, 2025.
Opposition Leader joins Premier Wheatley for OECS meeting in SVG
BUCCAMENT BAY, Buccament, St Vincent & the Grenadines- Opposition Leader Hon Myron V. Walwyn (R6) has joined Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) and Deputy Speaker of the House of Assembly Dr the Hon Karl Dawson (R1) for the 7th Sitting of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Assembly on Tuesday, June 16, 2025.
Guy L. Malone reappointed CEO of Telecommunications Regulatory Commission
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Government of the Virgin Islands has reappointed Mr Guy L. Malone as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Telecommunications Regulatory Commission (TRC) for a period of two years, effective March 1, 2025, to February 28, 2027.
Office of the 4th District launches Food Pantry
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Representative for the Fourth District, Honourable Luce D. Hodge-Smith is pleased to announce that the District Food Pantry is open and fully stocked with food supplies for the residents of District 4.
Hon Julian Fraser RA is Acting Premier
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Deputy Premier and Minister for Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change, Honourable Julian Fraser RA (R3), has been appointed Acting Premier of the Virgin Islands until Friday, June 20, 2025.
Hon de Castro applauds RiteWay for ongoing partnership with special needs school
PASEA ESTATE, Tortola, VI- Minister for Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, Honourable Sharie B. de Castro (AL), has commended RiteWay Food Markets for their meaningful and ongoing partnership with the Eslyn Henley Richiez Learning Centre (EHRLC).
HM Prison in chaos! Are locals shut out?
BALSAM GHUT, Tortola, VI- Multiple sources associated with His Majesty’s Prison (HMP) have reported to our newsroom that the prison is currently in chaos.
Leslie-Ann Faulkner appointed Additional Magistrate
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Ms Leslie-Ann Faulkner has been appointed as an Additional Magistrate within the Judiciary of the Virgin Islands for a period of one (1) year.
VI’s financial services sector being attacked by ‘big powers’- Julian Willock
FORT HILL, Devonshire, Bermuda- The former Speaker of the Virgin Islands (VI) House of Assembly, Mr Julian Willock, has accused the international community of trying to sabotage the VI’s financial services sector.
Drug bust in progress in East End; Several arrested
EAST END, Tortola, VI - Reports reaching our News Centre indicate that a drug bust is in progress in East End today, June 18, 2025.
Public officers should not impede the nation’s development— Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI— Public officers and permanent secretaries in the Virgin Islands have been told not to become hindrances and to avoid impeding the nation’s growth.
No need for governor to get involved in Bank of Asia (BVI) matter- Hon Penn
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Opposition Member Honourable Marlon A. Penn (R8) has said the circumstances surrounding the deposit of $5 million of public funds into the Bank of Asia (BVI) Limited need to be investigated and the findings made public; however, he does not agree that the governor should get involved.
House Speaker to deliver keynote address @ Women’s Leadership Conference
CHRISTCHURCH, Barbados- The Honourable Corine N. George-Massicote, Speaker of the House of Assembly of the Virgin Islands, will deliver the keynote address at the upcoming Caribbean Women’s Transitional Leadership Conference, slated for Wednesday, June 18, 2025, in Barbados.
4 Caribbean islands face potential US visa restrictions
WASHINGTON D.C., USA- According to a leaked United States (US) State Department memo, four Caribbean islands, Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Saint Kitts and Nevis, and Saint Lucia, are being considered for travel restrictions as part of the US' travel ban policy expansion.
3 USVI charter companies relocate to VI over new fee structure
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St Thomas, USVI- Three charter companies from the United States Virgin Islands (USVI) have chosen to relocate to the Virgin Islands (VI) following the implementation of the increased annual fee for foreign-based vessels.
Be ‘open & transparent’ about FATF grey listing- Hon Marlon A. Penn
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Opposition Member Hon Marlon A. Penn (R8) has called on the government to be more transparent about the grey listing of the Virgin Islands (BVI) by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF).
US$370K contract signed for design of Immigration Detention Centre
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- It was in January of this year that the Immigration Department of the Virgin Islands (VI) announced plans for a state-of-the-art detention facility that reflects a modern and progressive approach towards management and human rights.
Gov Bryan urged to strike back VI with reciprocal charter licensing fees
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St Thomas, USVI- US Virgin Islands Governor Albert A. Bryan Jr is being pressed by the Virgin Islands Professional Charter Association (VIPCA) to implement reciprocal licensing fees for Virgin Islands-based vessels operating in USVI waters following the VI’s implementation of a new fee structure that will see the USVI based charters paying a significant increase.
Long Bay Beach Resort to host ‘Open Interview Day’ on June 20
LONG BAY, Tortola, VI- Already a major employer in the Virgin Islands, Long Bay Beach Resort is seeking a further 15 persons to join its dynamic team at the iconic beachfront resort.
Transformation of Road Town coming ‘very soon’- Hon Hodge-Smith
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Work on improving the capital city, Road Town, will begin on the ground soon, Junior Minister for Tourism and Culture Honourable Luce D. Hodge-Smith (R4) has said in assuring the people of the Virgin Islands (VI) that the promise made will be kept.
'Imported cultural behaviours' to blame for moral breakdown of VI society- BVICC
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The BVI Christian Council (BVIAA) has said there has been a noticeable and troubling uptick in violent crime throughout our communities, and has called on the territory to repent and return to moral foundations.
HLSCC to offer 4-year & online degrees soon- Dr Richard W. Georges
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) is looking to offer four-year degrees, as well as some programmes fully online, as the institution continues its 35th anniversary celebrations this year.
VG United win 2025 FA Cup to complete historic treble
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI— VG United etched their name in Virgin Islands football history after completing an extraordinary treble, with a 3-1 victory over rivals Sugar Boys in the 2025 BVIFA FA Cup Final on Saturday night, June 14, 2025, at the Virgin Gorda Recreational Ground.
2 young VI farmers attend OECS Agriculture Meeting in Costa Rica
SAN JOSE, Costa Rica- Two young Virgin Islands farmers recently participated in the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Council of Ministers for Agriculture meeting held at the Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture (IICA) in Costa Rica from May 26 to May 30, 2025.
‘We are allowing non-VIslanders to own the marine industry'- Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Highlighting the lack of regulations in the marine industry in the Virgin Islands, Commentator Mr Claude O. Skelton-Cline has said the government must find a way to support local ferry operators, as they are being forced out of business.
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