BVICC hosting Meet the Members Series on June 4, 2026
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The BVI Chamber of Commerce invites you to our Meet the Members Series happening across the Virgin Islands.
‘The Virgin Islands has lost a builder'- VI Premier on passing of Collingston George
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The Premier of the Virgin Islands, Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), has expressed deep sadness over the passing of Mr Collingston George, whom he regarded as a distinguished leader in Virgin Islands business and a dedicated Virgin Islander who contributed immensely to the country.
VI & USVI rugby teams clash @A.O. Shirley Recreation Grounds this weekend
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- BVI Rubgy will host USVI Rubgy’s Privateers in a 1st and 2nd team match-up on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at the A.O. Shirley Recreation Grounds in Road Town.
BVI Finance 2026 Roadshow heads to Latin America in July
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Following the postponement of the Latin American leg of its roadshow, BVI Finance has announced it will now be held in July 2026.
2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season opens with below-normal forecast
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season began on Monday, June 1, 2026, with forecasters calling for a quieter-than-usual year, but federal and university outlooks continue to stress a point familiar to the Caribbean and the U.S. Virgin Islands: even a below-normal season can produce one storm capable of changing lives, damaging infrastructure and disrupting entire communities.
International & regional tourism leaders attending 2-day summit in VI next week
PETER ISLAND, VI- The Virgin Islands is set to host a Tourism Summit aimed at bringing together various stakeholders in the tourism industry, including leaders, entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, and creatives.
'I was in the hospital flatlining'; J'versatile calls on youth to stay away from drugs
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Singer and Songwriter, Jan Williams, aka J'versatile, the 2023 Virgin Islands Soca Monarch, has urged the youth of the territory to stay away from drugs after experiencing a life-threatening situation following the ingestion of marijuana edibles.
Pedal cyclist suffers head injuries & broken leg in accident in EE
MAJOR BAY, Tortola, VI- A pedal cyclist was seriously injured in an accident that also involved at least two vehicles at Major Bay on the eastern end of Tortola last night, June 1, 2026.
26 complete Entrepreneurial Education Programme
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- 26 entrepreneurs and business owners have completed the Entrepreneurial Education Programme, a training initiative hosted by the Department of Trade in collaboration with the H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) - designed to strengthen business planning, marketing, financial management and operational skills.
VI's financial services industry must develop 'local talent & embrace innovation'- Hon Smith
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Junior Minister for Financial Services and Economic Development, Honourable Lorna G. Smith, OBE, (AL) has highlighted the Virgin Islands Government's commitment to the continued development of the Territory as a modern, resilient and internationally respected financial services centre through strong compliance, innovation and investment in people.
‘There is a chance for everyone within the public service’- David D. Archer Jr
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Deputy Governor, Mr David D. Archer Jr, has encouraged young Virgin Islanders to gain experience overseas, but to remember to return home to contribute meaningfully to the Virgin Islands (VI).
VI progressed in 'strides' when power was devolved to locals- Justice Farara
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- Justice Gerard St. C. Farara, KC, Chair of the 2005 Constitutional Review Commission, member of the 2007 and 2026 Negotiating Team from the Virgin Islands (VI), has encouraged Virgin Islanders to consider the Constitution as more than just an abstract document.
Premier Wheatley supports transfer of security power to elected Gov't
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI-Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), has called for the Virgin Islands' security responsibilities to be transferred from the United Kingdom to the Virgin Islands government.
VG Bayside Blazers to participate in 2026 King of the Courts Tournament
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- The 2025 Championship Team VG Bayside Blazers has announced its participation in the 2026 King of the Courts Basketball Tournament. The team will return to the Caribbean Championship tournament hosted by Mr Steve E. Parillon.
BVI London Office hosts VI citizens & students living in UK
LONDON, United Kingdom- Under an unusually hot, sunny British sky on May 23, 2026, residents and students travelled from across the UK to enjoy an afternoon filled with good food, great company, and plenty of laughter at the Annual Summer BBQ hosted by the BVI London Office.
$463K contract signed for renovations to clinics’ lobby @Major Peebles Wing
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Last week, the Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency (RDA), in partnership with the Government of the Virgin Islands, signed a contract for the Major Peebles Wing Clinics’ Lobby Renovations.
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Judge denies new trials for Ray Martinez & Jenifer O’Neil
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- Former [US] Virgin Islands Police Commissioner Ray Martinez and former Office of Management and Budget Director Jenifer O’Neil will not receive new trials or acquittals after a federal judge refused to disturb the jury verdicts that found both former senior government officials guilty in the Mon Ethos corruption case.
UPDATE: Machete brandished during customer brawl @RiteWay- RVIPF
PASEA ESTATE, Tortola, VI- A machete was allegedly brandished during the customer brawl at RiteWay Food Market in Pasea Estate on May 26, 2026.
Keje Hendrickson wins $5.5K top prize in Vanterpool's Pharmacy 55th Anniversary raffle
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The top prize of $5,500 for the raffle by Vanterpool's Pharmacy in celebration of its 55th anniversary was won by Keje Hendrickson on Saturday, May 30, 2026.
Shots fired last night in RT adjacent to Mill Mall
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Word reaching our news centre is that a male who was socialising in the area close to the Mill Mall in Road Town was involved in a gun incident.
10 for Junior Ambassador of Tourism title
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Ten outstanding students from secondary schools across the Virgin Islands (VI) will compete for the prestigious title of Virgin Islands Junior Ambassador of Tourism on Thursday, June 4, 2026.
EE Police Station closed for interior renovation works
EAST END, Tortola, VI- The East End Police Station has been temporarily closed effective yesterday, Friday, May 29, 2026, for “an initial period of one month,” the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) informed.
UPDATE: 2026 Miss BVI constestants revealed
WICKHAM’S CAY I, Tortola, VI- Three young women will compete for the prestigious 2026 Miss BVI title on August 2, 2026, at the Festival Village. The contestants are Angelique B.Lettsome, Contestant #1; Kala J. Penn, Contestant #2; and Asha A.S Hyndman, Contestant #3.
Carrot Bay Seniors win Family Feud: Seniors’ Edition
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- The Carrot Bay Senior Engagement Programme ‘Creme of the Crop’ emerged victorious at the Family Feud Seniors’ Edition held last weekend.
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The tribal factor in Virgin Islands politics
By Dickson C. Igwe
This investigative writer wannabe adopts the culture of the criminal investigator in deciding what political group is likely to win the Virgin Islands General Election in a number of months.
Sensitive teeth vs cavities: How to tell the difference
Dr Gerdan S. Lamorell
One of the most common concerns patients have is this: “Is this just sensitivity… or is it a cavity?”
'Bunchie' calls for Anegada & VG to have own representation in HoA
THE SETTLEMENT, Anegada, VI- Businessman and social media influencer Lawrence A. Kirton-Wheatley, aka 'Bunchie', has said he will not be running for Ninth District Representative and believes Anegada and Virgin Gorda should have their own Representatives in the House of Assembly (HoA).
8 games this weekend in Winston Bolus National Basketball League
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Eight games are scheduled to take place in the third weekend of the 2026 Winston Bolus National Basketball League from Friday, May 29 to Sunday, May 31, 2026.
‘District Councils would work particularly well’ in Anegada & JvD- Premier Wheatley
GREAT HARBOUR, Jost van Dyke, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) opined that District Councils would serve the people of Anegada and Jost van Dyke much better than the Sister Islands having their own representatives in the House of Assembly (HoA).
Journey towards independence must begin with food security- Dion M. Jennings
BAUGHER’S BAY, Tortola, VI- “Independence is a process. It's not something that’s going to happen overnight, and I think we have been on a path for quite some time, trying to get more autonomy when it comes to self-governance, but I believe, in my humble opinion, that we dropped the ball along the way in the last 10 or 20 years.”
Progress being made on new block plant in VG
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- Progress is being made on the development of the first block plant in Virgin Gorda, founded by young entrepreneur H. Akeem Lennard.
Police Constable interdicted from duty following firearm-related report
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has said its officers are investigating a report received of a domestic-related incident on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, involving one of its officers.
I resigned from BVIAA for ‘my personal & professional wellbeing’- Kurt A.G. Menal
TRELLIS BAY, Beef Island, VI- The former Managing Director of the BVI Airports Authority (BVIAA), Mr Kurt A. G. Menal, has said his decision to tender his resignation was in the best interest of his personal and professional well-being.
Approach constitutional negotiations with 'conviction & confidence’- Gerard St. C. Farara, KC
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- Justice Gerard St. C. Farara, KC, Chair of the 2005 Constitutional Review Commission and part of the 2007 Negotiating Team from the Virgin Islands (VI), has encouraged the 2026 Constitution Negotiating Team to enter negotiations with conviction and confidence.
St George’s Secondary wins Mental Math Champions Competition Secondary Division
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- St George’s Secondary School won the 2026 Secondary Division of the Mental Math Champions Competition on Wednesday, May 27, 2026.
Monthly blood donation programme to be launched Friday
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Baker & Partners law firm, in collaboration with International Motors and Riteway, will launch a monthly blood donation programme on Friday, May 29, 2026.
Butterfield Announces Agreement to Acquire Control of CIBC Caribbean in $1.8 Billion Transaction
HAMILTON, Bermuda & ST. MICHAEL, Barbados- The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited (“Butterfield”) (NYSE: NTB | BSX: NTB.BH) has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire CIBC’s 91.7% interest in CIBC Caribbean Bank Limited (“CIBC Caribbean”), a relationship bank with a longstanding history serving communities across the Caribbean, to create a leading banking and wealth management platform in international financial centers and attractive Caribbean markets, with approximately $29 billion in assets.
VI Gov’t issues Notice to Tenderers for airport runway extension of 787ft
TRELLIS BAY, Beef Island, VI- Even as the United Kingdom (UK) continues to place more red tape on the Airport Expansion Project in the Virgin Islands (VI), the Government led by Premier Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has gone ahead with issuing a Notice to Tenderers to add nearly 800 feet to the existing runway at Terrence B. Lettsome International Airport.
2 VI inspectors complete 12-week police course in Jamaica
KINGSTON, Jamaica- Two inspectors from the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) are among thirty-five middle-management supervisors from across the Caribbean who completed a twelve-week Staff and Junior Command Course at the National Police College of Jamaica.
USVI: Woman left unconscious & bleeding after partner allegedly punches her in face
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St Thomas, USVI— A St Thomas, US Virgin Islands (USVI), man is facing domestic violence-related charges after police say he punched his partner in the face with enough force to leave her unconscious and bleeding outside her Patriot Manor residence.
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