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Nyron A. Erickson to be laid to rest Saturday, June 7, 2025
WEST END, Tortola, VI- CEO of West Bank Records Mr Nyron A. Erickson aka ‘NY’, who was gunned down at Freshwater Pond on Tortola on Saturday, May 10, 2025, will be laid to rest on Saturday, June 7, 2025.
Lucas A. Findlay of Joyce Samuel Primary wins 2025 Spelling Bee
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Lucas Anton Findlay of the Joyce Samuel Primary School has won the 2025 Inter-Primary School Spelling Bee.
VI Gov’t has $5M in failed Bank of Asia (BVI) Ltd
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Government of the Virgin Islands, as of April 30, 2025, had five million, thirty-five thousand, nine hundred and forty-seven dollars in the now failed Bank of Asia (BVI) Limited.
Police investigating reports of gunshots @ Tortola nightclub
FREE BOTTOM, Tortola, VI- Information reaching our News Centre is that detectives of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) are investigating reports of gunfire at a nightclub on Tortola on Saturday night, May 31, 2025.
Many issues raised by protestors ‘already being addressed’- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has acknowledged the protest action in Road Town by a handful of persons on June 2, 2025, and the formal submission of a letter outlining longstanding and critical national concerns.
Education Ministry taking proactive steps in light of US student visa restrictions
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports is taking proactive steps in response to US President Donald J. Trump’s student visa restrictions.
11 inmates graduate from HMP's Reintegration Programme
BALSAM GHUT, Tortola, VI- Eleven inmates at His Majesty’s Prison (HMP) in Balsam Ghut have received certificates of completion for participating in a six-week course designed to equip them with essential life skills for successful reintegration into society.
‘We are laying the groundwork for a maritime trade corridor’ with St Maarten- Premier
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- In an effort to reduce its dependence on the US market and position itself as a proactive participant in regional integration and economic resilience, the Virgin Islands continues to explore trade opportunities with certain countries, including Sint Maarten and the Dominican Republic.
Closure of BVIPA offices & warehouses in observance of Whit Monday
PORT PURCELL, Tortola, VI – The British Virgin Islands Ports Authority (BVIPA) would like to inform the public that in observance of Whit Monday, the offices and warehouses on Tortola and Virgin Gorda will be closed to the public on Monday, 9 June 2025.
President Trump & the Crown of Rehoboam
Alred C. Frett
Getting Lost to Find Ourselves:
Day after day, we face contradicting Realities, but we are not supposed to speak out, because our Customs, Traditions and Laws of Convenience, require that we abandon our own judgement, and accept the false and misleading interpretations of those in positions of Authority... As a result, we make alibis and excuses for our Gods and Leaders, instead of holding them accountable, for promises they fail to deliver.
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VI-UK relationship ‘remains on an unsustainable course’- E. Benito Wheatley
DILI, Timor-Leste: “We remain open to a positive relationship with the UK, but as it stands now, the relationship remains on an unsustainable course.”
Solution to VI’s water issue a ‘no-brainer’- Hon Skelton
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- If the National Democratic Party (NDP) is given another chance at running the territory, fixing the water supply issue is a must.
Police officers taking governor to court over ‘very intrusive’ vetting process
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Police Welfare Association (PWA), led by its President Mr Sean A. McCall, has moved to the courts over the controversial vetting process required of law enforcement officers.
VI Icon Awards nominees announced
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Nominees for the 2025 Virgin Islands Icon Awards were revealed on Monday, June 2, 2025.
Public protest flops with handful of supporters
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A public protest at the roundabout in Road Town organised by the owner of Tola Radio VI, Floyd P. Burnett aka ‘Heritage’, saw approximately eight persons carrying placards and speaking out against living conditions in the Virgin Islands this morning, June 2, 2025.
Methodist Church BVI Circuit celebrates Pentecost with Revival Services and March of Witness
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Methodist Church BVI Circuit joyfully announces a dynamic week of revival services in celebration of Whit, culminating in a March of Witness and fellowship gathering on Whit Monday, June 9, 2025. This year’s theme is “Refuelling the Revival: Rekindling the Faith,” drawn from Revelation 2:1-5.
VI competing in U21 ECVA Beach Volleyball C/ship in St Kitts!
FRIGATE BAY, St Kitts & Nevis- The Virgin Islands Volleyball Association is sending four volleyball athletes to participate in the ECVA U21 Men & Women Beach Volleyball Championship.
2 foreign nationals sentenced in USVI for immigration-related offenses
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St Thomas, USVI— In two separate federal cases, a Dominican Republic man and a Brazilian woman were sentenced last week in St. Thomas for immigration-related offenses following investigations led by Homeland Security Investigations and U.S. Customs and Border Protection Marine Interdiction Agents (CBP-MIA).
Hundreds turn out for Spanish Mother's Day Concert
LONG BUSH, Tortola, VI- Spanish Mother’s Day was celebrated in a big way with the annual Spanish Mother’s Day Concert held on May 25, 2025.
4 BVIAA staff complete aviation training programmes
TRELLIS BAY, Beef Island, VI- The BVI Airports Authority (BVIAA) is celebrating a major milestone in staff development, as four team members have successfully completed aviation training programmes.
Dakarai L. Wheatley-Adams & K’Meeya A. Chung crowned Mr & Miss HLSCC 2025
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- Mr Dakarai L. Wheatley-Adams and Miss K’Meeya A. Chung have won the titles of Mr & Miss H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC), respectively.
Upper Main Street switches to 2-Way traffic today, June 1, 2025
MAIN STREET, Tortola VI- Today, June 1, 2025, has seen the return of two-way traffic along Upper Main Street- from the cemetery at Joe’s Hill to the Creque’s Building on Fleming Street-in Road Town, Tortola.
UPDATE: ‘We have not peddled back, we have legal avenues ’-DPP
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- In another turn of events over the Hon Myron V. Walwyn (R6) and the former Assistant Secretary in the Ministry of Education, Lorna Stevens, Elmore Stoutt High School Wall prosecution, the Director of Public Prosecution (DPP) Mrs Tiffany R. Scatliffe-Esprit, is not backing down.
Martoni A.K. Nisbett ordered deported from VI
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A young man has been ordered deported from the Territory by Governor Daniel Pruce.
D9 Rep debunks claims about no ambulance on VG
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- Amid claims there is no ambulance on Virgin Gorda, Ninth District Representative and Minister for Health and Social Development Hon Vincent O. Wheatley has proven those claims as unfounded.
Karelynne Jimenez & Aiden Thompson win Mosquito Competition
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Karelynne Jimenez took first place in the art competition while Aiden Thompson had the top poetry submission as part of the Environmental Health Division’s Caribbean Mosquito Awareness competition.
Kaelyaah Liburd & Jaleel J.N. Croal break NR @ NCAA event
JACKSONVILLE, Florida, USA- Two Track and Field athletes from the Virgin Islands (VI) have set new national records at the NCAA Division I Outdoor Track & Field Championships First-Round in Jacksonville, Florida.
USVI: Gov. & Lt. Gov. among top-paid in US
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St. Thomas, USVI- The Virgin Islands governor and lieutenant governor now rank among the highest-paid chief executives in the United States, following the implementation of salary increases recommended by the V.I. Public Officials Compensation Commission (VIPOCC). Governor Albert A. Bryan Jr.’s salary rose from $150,000 to $192,000, while Lieutenant Governor Tregenza Roach now earns $168,000—placing them 10th and 5th nationwide, respectively, among their counterparts.
New beneficial-ownership policy framework set for June rollout
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—The Government of the Virgin Islands will move into the implementation phase of its draft Policy on Rights of Access to the Register of Beneficial Ownership in June 2025, Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has confirmed.
Premier’s Office to deal with Smith's Ferry Service freight charges—Hon Vincent O. Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Residents of Anegada have again raised concerns about what they describe as "excessively high" freight charges imposed by Smith's Ferry Services Ltd, prompting renewed political pressure on the government to intervene.
71st VI Emancipation Festival launched
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The 71st Virgin Islands Emancipation Festival was launched yesterday, Friday, May 30, 2025.
The Road to World War 3- Digital Wars
By Dickson C. Igwe
Engagement with digital platforms such as Uber, Airbnb, and Amazon has the potential to transform the Virgin Islands' economy into a multi-billion-dollar marketplace.
Renovation work @ fire station headquarters enters phase 3
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Renovation works at the Virgin Islands Fire and Rescue Service Headquarters in Road Town are now in the third phase.
Tola & USVI Elites to face off in rematch on June 7
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- After their semi-final game in the recent King of the Courts Caribbean Championships ended in controversy at the Multi-Purpose Sports Complex on May 17, 2025, Tola and USVI Elites will face off in a rematch on June 7, 2025.
'We just need to acknowledge the increased airlift'- Hon Rymer
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Minister for Communications and Works Hon Kye M. Rymer (R5) has admonished the people of the Virgin Islands (VI), calling on them to focus on the good things that are happening in the territory.
VI Regulators to close Bank of Asia (BVI) Limited
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- It was yesterday, May 29, 2025 that the Virgin Islands (VI) Deposit Insurance Corporation (VIDIC), with the intervention of the British Virgin Islands Financial Services Commission (FSC), took the necessary action to shut down the operations of the Bank of Asia (BVI) Limited.
Jamaican Raymond B. Grant appointed Deputy Superintendent of Prisons
BALSAM GHUT, Tortola, VI- Jamaica national Mr Raymond B. Grant has been appointed Deputy Superintendent of Prisons, which means the top two positions at the prison are now held by non-locals.
VI draw 1-1 with SVG in football friendly
ARNOS VALE, St Vincent & The Grenadines- The Virgin Islands, in preparation for their upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifying football games against Dominica and Jamaica on June 4 and 7, 2025, respectively, played a friendly match against St Vincent and The Grenadines last night, Thursday, May 29, 2025.
VI calls on UK & other Colonial Powers to support self-determination of OTs
DILI, Timor-Leste: Virgin Islands (VI) Special Envoy Mr E. Benito Wheatley has called on the nations classified as Administering Powers to set aside their national interests in support of the self-determination of the 17 remaining Territories over which they have control who fall under the remit of the United Nations (UN) Special Committee on Decolonisation (C-24) mandated to assist the Territories in achieving a full measure of self-government and eradicating the last vestiges of colonialism.
Acting Premier blasts procurement laws for delaying urgent water repairs
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI— Acting Premier and Minister for the Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change, Honourable Julian Fraser RA (R3) is of the view the Territory’s procurement framework presents legislative hurdles that continue to frustrate critical infrastructure repairs, particularly in the water sector.
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