All public schools will be outfitted with AC units in 'phased approach'- Orlandette R. Crabbe
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- All government schools in the territory will have air conditioning units installed.
Plans still alive for Isabella Morris Primary School to be rebuilt- Hon Sharie B. de Castro
CARROT BAY, Tortola, VI – The Minister for Education, Youth Affairs, and Sports, Honourable Sharie B. de Castro (AL), has announced that Isabella Morris Primary School in Carrot Bay is one of the priority schools damaged by Hurricane Irma that the Ministry of Education plans to rebuild in the future.
Set It Off & Ice Connection win weekend’s VG Summer Jam games
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- Former champions Set If Off and defending champions Ice Connection were both victorious when basketball action in the 2025 VG Summer Jam continued this past weekend at Anthonie Jeffrey Caines Sports Arena in Virgin Gorda.
BVI SDA School ‘Besties’ emerge as VI’s top students @ CSEC 2025
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- Best friends and Valedictorian and Salutatorian, respectively, of the BVI Seventh-day Adventist School, Jene J.M. Barnwell and Nickalah S. Tyson had even more reasons to cheer when it was disclosed that they had topped the territory at the 2025 Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) examinations.
The Buy BVI Trade Expo and Fashion Show - Bigger, Brighter, and Bolder in 2025
Tortola, British Virgin Islands -10th September 2025- The countdown is on for one of the Virgin Islands’ most iconic business events — the Buy BVI Trade Expo 2025. Hosted by the BVI Chamber of Commerce under the theme “Celebrating the Virgin Islands’ Entrepreneurial Spirit,” the Expo will be held on 19th & 20th September at the Multipurpose Sports Complex, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. on both days, with more than 30 exhibitors from across a wide range of industries.
New Associate's Degree programme coming for law enforcement officers
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- As a series of measures is being taken by the government to address the issues of crime within the Virgin Islands society, a new initiative is being launched through the Virgin Islands Public Service Learning Institute.
VI has fewer power outages but customers 'less tolerant'- Dr Neil M. Smith
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- The General Manager of the BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC), Dr Neil M. Smith, has said statistics show the territory is experiencing fewer power outages; however, customers seem to be less tolerant towards power outages than before.
VISTS receives $2.8K donation from Adult Spelling Bee
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands School of Technical Studies (VISTS) has received a generous donation of $2800.00 from the Adult Spelling Bee held last month.
VI cannot negotiate new constitution with UK while 'under threat'- Claude O. Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- As concerns about constitutional reform continue to loom large for many in the Virgin Islands, social and political commentator Mr Claude O. Skelton-Cline has reiterated his position that, given the events of the past eight years and the ongoing challenges, the Virgin Islands is not in a position to negotiate a new constitution with the United Kingdom (UK).
Water disruption in D3 due to building of retaining wall on 'Elevator Hill'
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- Residents of Sea Cows Bay, Havers, and Pookwood Pond are being advised of a temporary disruption in water supply.
'No Belonger' should be allowed to vote on independence referendum- Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Outspoken commentator and clergyman Claude O. Skelton-Cline, who is a proponent of independence, is of the view that Belongers should not be allowed to vote if a referendum on independence is called in the Virgin Islands (VI).
Nekita L. Turnbull confirmed in post of Chief Information Officer
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Virgin Islander Nekita L. Turnbull has been confirmed in the post of Chief Information Officer within the Department of Information and Public Relations, Government of the Virgin Islands, effective August 1, 2025.
VI trade mission to DR bears 1st fruit with decrease in egg prices
PASEA ESTATE, Tortola, VI- Consumers in the Virgin Islands (VI) can now enjoy a decrease in the price of cage-free eggs under the ‘Oh So Good’ brand at RiteWay.
BVIEC is not a 'cash cow'- Dr Neil M. Smith
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- General Manager of the BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC), Dr Neil M. Smith, has said that the Virgin Islands’ (VI) sole electricity company is not a "cash cow" as it still operates using original rates.
UPDATE: Extradited Erick A. Rabsatt formally charged with murder
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Murder-accused Erick A. Rasbsatt was formally charged for the December 11, 2021, murder of Jamiez A.J. Stoutt.
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VI to launch new 911 Computer-Aided Dispatch system on Sept 11
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A new 911 Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD) system for the Virgin Islands is set to come on stream on Thursday, September 11, 2025, as part of efforts to strengthen emergency response services in the territory.
'Repurpose some of our public officers'- Claude O. Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Noting that departments such as Immigration, Customs, Labour, and Passport Office are becoming so critical to the growth and development of the territory, commentator Mr Claude O. Skelton-Cline has said the government has to do a better job of ensuring these departments are properly resourced.
USVI: Man sets employer’s Bobcat on fire over $4K wage owed
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKTED, St Croix, USVI— A dispute over unpaid wages has landed a St Croix man before the courts after police said he set his employer’s heavy machinery on fire at a Frederiksted solar farm.
The ‘ultimate goal’ is for Social Services to do more outreach- Hon Vincent O. Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Minister for Health and Social Development Hon Vincent O. Wheatley (R9) has said his long-term vision for the Social Services Department is for it to be more visible and engaging with the public.
Paraquita Bay Road reopens
HODGE'S CREEK, Tortola, VI—The Ministry of Communications and Works has reported that Paraquita Bay Road has reopened for vehicular access as of Sunday, September 7, 2025.
‘Community policing is our identity’- Acting CoP Jacqueline E. Vanterpool
DUFF’S BOTTOM, Tortola, VI- Acting Commissioner of Police Jacqueline E. Vanterpool has said community policing is the identity of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF).
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'I am proud of the progress we have made' since Hurricane Irma- Deputy Governor
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Deputy Governor David D. Archer Jr has said he is proud of the progress the Virgin Islands (VI) has made following the destruction of Hurricane Irma eight years ago.
Guyanese singer ‘Lola Doll’ who served time in VI prison shot multiple times
EAST RUIMVELDT, Georgetown, Guyana- A Guyanese woman, who had hired a man to obtain an HIV test in her name after arriving in the Virgin Islands in April 2019 and was subsequently sentenced to nine (9) months in jail, was shot multiple times outside her East Ruimveldt home in Guyana on Saturday night, September 6, 2025.
Gov Bryan says Trump has a 'willing partner' in the USVI
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- Governor of the US Virgin Islands (USVI) Albert A. Bryan Jr joined federal and territorial leaders this week at the US Department of the Interior’s Interagency Group on Insular Areas (IGIA) 2025 Mid-Year Plenary Session, where he pressed for deeper collaboration on energy, healthcare equity, and economic development.
RVIPF investigating reports of gunfire in Baughers Bay
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has said it is investigating a report of gunfire in the Baughers Bay area minutes before 9:00 PM on Friday, September 5, 2025.
Cabinet accepts recommendation for 47 to be given Certificates of Residence
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Forty-seven persons were given the thumbs up by the Cabinet of the Virgin Islands to receive Certificates of Residence when Cabinet met on July 10, 2025.
New Public Assistance Act allows for assistance in a ‘timely manner’- Hon Vincent O. Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Now that the Public Assistance (Amendment) Act, 2024, has officially come into force, Minister for Health and Social Development, Hon Vincent O. Wheatley (R7), is encouraging persons in need to apply.
Governor Pruce hails police training initiatives as essential for crime fighting within the region.
DUFF'S BOTTOM, Tortola, VI- Governor Daniel Pruce has said that important initiatives like the Community Policing Training and the Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training (ALERT) provide the Virgin Islands (VI) with the opportunity to share experiences across several territories facing similar challenges.
USVI: Coral Bay family claim they're being bullied to sell property
VI CONSORTIUM
CORAL BAY, St. John, USVI- The rightful owners of waterfront property in Coral Bay, St. John say they are being “bullied, overwhelmed, financially strained, and now pressured” into selling their inherited property to the Summer’s End Group, LLC.
Applications open for inaugural BVI Emerging Writers’ Fellowship
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- Young aspiring writers from the Virgin Islands now have the opportunity to apply for the BVI Emerging Writers’ Fellowship.
Manchester Road completed early
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The Ministry of Communications and Works announced the completion of the Manchester Road rehabilitation project ahead of its October deadline.
Police officers’ new skills will shape the ‘very future of policing’- Acting CoP Vanterpool
DUFFS BOTTOM, Tortola, VI- Acting Commissioner of Police Jacqueline E. Vanterpool has told participants of the Community Policing Training and Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training (ALERT) that their newly learned skills will shape the future of policing in the Virgin Islands.
UK influence on VI harmful to its growth- Edju En Ka
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- The host of the Umoja radio programme, Cromwell Smith, aka 'Edju En Ka', has expressed his disagreement with the United Kingdom (UK) deciding how the Virgin Islands (VI) should run, as it is harmful to the territory's growth, development, and sustainability.
There is a space for everyone in addressing gun crimes- Gov Pruce
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Governor Daniel Pruce has said a multifaceted approach is needed to combat gun violence in the Territory.
VI Gov't to take legal action against persons with illegal water connection
Road Town, Tortola, VI – Irregularities in water consumption and billing in the Virgin Islands will be addressed, as the Government of the Virgin Islands has announced that it will take firm action to resolve these issues.
Paraquita Bay Road to be operational by Sunday
HODGE’S CREEK, Tortola, VI -The rehabilitation work on the now closed Paraquita Bay Road is on track to be completed by Sunday, September 7, 2025.
Accident near RJT Edifice in Road Town
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- An accident occurred this afternoon, Thursday, September 4, 2025, sometime after 4:00 PM on the James Walter Francis Drive dual-carriage way.
Back-to-Schools 'should be about bringing community together'- Hon Vincent O. Wheatley
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- While commending the former Speaker of the House of Assembly, Julian Willock, and his Third District Committee for their back-to-school initiative on August 31, 2025, Minister for Health and Social Development Hon Vincent O. Wheatley (R9) said the event at Valerie O. Thomas Community Centre was an example of what it should be about- bringing the community together.
'It is not for the UK or UN to give VI its independence'- Claude O. Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI— Pastor and commentator Mr Claude O. Skelton-Cline has said that the people of the Virgin Islands (VI) should not wait for any government to determine the progress and future of the country’s political status, while declaring September 2, 2025, as what he describes as the start of a campaign to decide on the future of the country's political status.
$5M Bank of Asia deposit ‘under consideration by Auditor General’- Gov Pruce
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Governor Daniel Pruce has said the matter regarding the government’s deposit of five million dollars of public funds into the now defunct Bank of Asia BVI Limited is in the hands of the Auditor General.
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