Another holy war by a wicked people
By Alred 'AC' Frett
Finding Ourselves in the Midst of Denial:
I still maintained that, what little I have is for the People, even though for over 40 years, some individuals and Governments seem intent on making it their mission to harm or hinder this, by taking away Workers or blocking progress, through any means they can… Maybe the plan is to shut me up or shut me down, so, from time to time, their efforts intensify, and their failure to succeed isn’t from a lack of trying.
Young VIslanders & Belongers complete 4-day Workforce Readiness Training
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Young Virgin Islanders and Belongers took part in a four-day Standard Workforce Readiness Training under the theme ‘Build Skills. Gain Confidence. Prepare for the Workforce’.
USVI: Minimum wage to rise to $12 an hour on April 24
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St. Thomas, USVI- The Virgin Islands minimum wage will rise from $10.50 per hour to $12.00 per hour on April 24, 2026, under Act No. 9069, the Department of Labor announced Friday, setting in motion the first step in a multi-year wage schedule that includes additional increases in 2027 and 2028 before shifting to Wage Board review in 2029.
HoA Constitutional report: Procedure fixed for a Member to resign
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- We all remember in 2019, three days after the general election, a Member of the House of Assembly (HoA), former Legislator Mark H. Vanterpool, resigned after just being reelected. At the time, he addressed his resignation letter to the Clerk of the HoA because there was no Speaker after the dissolution of the House to make way for general elections.
2026 Agriculture & Fisheries Exhibition & Market ongoing
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr. the Hon. Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has stated that the 2026 Agriculture and Fisheries Exhibition and Market is timely in light of the global shocks stemming from ongoing world conflicts.
‘Children are the most important members of our society’- Hon Vincent O. Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Minister for Health and Social Development, Hon Vincent O. Wheatley (R9) has said adults hold the responsibility of creating safe spaces for children to speak about their experiences.
Approaching trough system poses increased flooding & landslide risk- DDM
Jost Van Dyke, VI- The Department of Disaster Management (DDM) has said an approaching trough is posing an increased risk of flooding and landslides to the Virgin Islands (VI).
‘The Constitution should not include a right to information’- HoA position
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- As the Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley administration is getting ready to head to London to secure a new constitution, the position of the negotiating committee is being revealed through ‘A Report of the Committee of the Whole House’ which sets out the House of Assembly’s (HoA) deliberations on the Constitutional Review Commission (2022 to 2023) report.
38 past educators honoured @1st Living Legends Luncheon
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Thirty-eight former educators were honoured by the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports during the inaugural Living Legends Luncheon on March 30, 2026.
Krystle J. Maduro to represent VI @ Miss Elegantly Plus Caribbean
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- Krystle J. Maduro will represent the Virgin Islands (VI) at the Miss Elegantly Plus Caribbean Queen Pageant, scheduled for July 11 in Tortola.
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When in Rome
By Dickson C. Igwe
The analogy is simple enough. If you allow a family into your home ensure their lifestyle, habits and behaviors are compatible with those of your own family.
CG Ltd.’s VI subsidiary affirmed ‘stable’ outlook by AM Best
GRAND CAYMAN, Cayman Islands- AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of ‘A’ (Excellent) for Bermuda based Coralisle Group Ltd.’s life, health and property and casualty subsidiaries across Bermuda and the Caribbean.
Report laid by Premier: New upper chamber/Senate coming
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The issue of the Virgin Islands (VI) finally having a Bicameral Legislature is on the table as the wishes of the current House of Assembly (HoA).
USVI: Jenifer O’Neal seeks acquittal & new trial
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St. Thomas, USVI- Like her co-accused Ray Martinez, former Office of Management and Budget Director Jenifer O’Neal is appealing her conviction on fraud and bribery charges. This week, her attorney submitted a memorandum of law to support her bid for acquittal and the granting of a new trial.
BVITB&FC embarks on destination brand evolution
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The first phase of the Virgin Islands (VI) brand evolution has commenced.
'We've not had a murder for 2026'- Acting DCP Kenrick I. Davis
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Acting Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Kenrick I. Davis has dismissed claims that the Virgin Islands (VI) has recorded a murder for the year 2026.
HoA's deliberations on CRC Report ‘represents the collective position’- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has described the deliberations report of the Constitutional Review Commission (2022 to 2023) Report as the collective position of all members of the House of Assembly (HoA).
Gov't alerts public of missing Cruise ship passenger
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The government of the Virgin Islands is appealing to residents for help in locating Mr John Fredy Patarroyo Avellaneda, a Colombian national.
Delta Out! Sol In! Via an acquisition
BASSETERRE, St. Kitts- Delta Petroleum has been acquired by Sunoco LP, Sol Petroleum’s parent company.
USVI: Vegetation Bill dies in committee
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St. Thomas, USVI- A bill that sought to make private property owners responsible for clearing roadside vegetation encroaching on public roads and utility lines failed in committee on Wednesday, after lawmakers and testifiers raised concerns about safety, environmental harm, green waste disposal, shifting government responsibility, and a proposed $1,500 lien for noncompliance. Although sponsor Senator Kenneth Gittens offered to workshop and resubmit the measure, most committ
Two $25K OneMart VG scholarships announced
SPANISH TOWN, Virgin Gorda, VI- Two students’ academic journey will be made easier following the announcement that OneMart Supermarket is offering two scholarships for the upcoming academic year.
Gov’t is ‘working in the background’- Hon Kye M. Rymer
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Minister for Communications and Works, Hon Kye M. Rymer (R5), has said the government needs to do a better job of communicating its plans for the Virgin Islands (VI), but has insisted that they are working in the background to address concerns, especially those that stem from the ongoing global tensions.
‘We are proud of you & we will keep investing in you.’- Hon Sharie B. de Castro
TRELLIS BAY, Beef Island, VI- Minister for Education, Youth Affairs, and Sports, Honourable Sharie B. de Castro (AL), has pledged the government's commitment to investing more in local athletes to enable them to compete on regional and international stages.
USVI: New poll shows Vialet ahead in Governor race
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St. Thomas, USVI- A new public opinion poll in the U.S. Virgin Islands shows Senator Kurt Vialet narrowly leading a hypothetical gubernatorial field, with Delegate to Congress Stacey Plaskett close behind and “Other Candidate/Not Listed” running a strong third, while economy and jobs and healthcare and hospital care emerged as the top issues facing the territory.
First 7 artists for Emancipation Festival announced
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The first set of artists for the 72nd Virgin Islands Emancipation Festival was released on Monday, April 6 and Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
Student Premier & his Cabinet sworn in
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier for a Week and Elmore Stoutt High School (ESHS) student Roman Nibbs Alberto was sworn into office on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, by Governor Daniel Pruce.
Music, Skin, Culture & Colours: VG Festival 2026
SPANISH TOWN, Virgin Gorda, VI- It was a fun day for the Virgin Gorda Easter Festival Parade 2026, which took place on Monday 6, April 2026.
‘VI’s economy remains solid'- Hon Lorna G. Smith
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – “The strength of the economy of the Virgin Islands remains solid," Junior Minister for Financial Services and Economic Development, Honourable Lorna G. Smith, OBE, (AL), has said.
‘More local entries' for Easter Festival events- Hon. Vincent O. Wheatley
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- Ninth District Representative Hon. Vincent O. Wheatley has expressed disappointment regarding the number of local entries in the Virgin Gorda Easter Festival and called for increased participation from residents of Virgin Gorda and the Virgin Islands as a whole.
Unite BVI challenge launched; $200K up for grabs
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Unite BVI Foundation has launched an initiative aimed at empowering entrepreneurs throughout the Virgin Islands.
60th VG Easter Festival ‘calls for vision, planning & renewed commitment’- Premier
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), has called for a grand celebration to mark the 60th Virgin Gorda Easter Festival in 2027.
Jah'kyla Morton secures High Jump silver @Carifta 53
ST. GEORGE'S, Grenada- The British Virgin Islands (BVI) secured its first Carifta 53 medal when Jah’kyla Morton finished second in the Girls U-20 High Jump, today, Monday, April 6, 2026.
Ke’Mori D.K. Daway is #1 pick of 2026 SVA Youth Basketball Draft
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Ke’Mori D.K. Daway was the first pick of the 2026 Sports Vision Academy (SVA) Youth Basketball Draft.
USVI: Man charged after 'large pink suitcase' containing over 10 kg of marijuanna found
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St. Thomas, USVI- An incoming passenger at the Cyril E. King Airport was arrested after customs officials reportedly found over 10 kilograms of marijuana inside their checked baggage.
Aldencia & Angel Francis captured $1K Hon Ralph T. O’Neal Hat Parade grand prize
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI - Aldencia Francis and Angel Francis won the grand prize of $1,000 at the annual Hon Ralph T. O’Neal Hat Parade, which took place on Sunday, April 5, 2026, as part of the activities for the 2026 Virgin Gorda Easter Festival.
VI Customs Officers top regional training
BASSETERRE, Saint Kitts- Virgin Islands (VI) Customs Officers dominated the recently concluded Junior Officers Basic Training Course conducted by the Caribbean Customs Law Enforcement Council (CCLEC) in Saint Kitts, taking first to third place.
Catamaran caught fire @Road Harbour
ROAD HABOUR, Tortola, VI- Sometime after noon today, Sunday, April 5, 2026, a boat caught fire.
Avanell Morton’s name is ‘deeply rooted in life & identity’ of VG- Premier Wheatley
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- The 2026 Virgin Gorda Easter Festival officially opened last evening, Saturday, April 4, 2026.
USVI: Man faces domestic violence charges after breakup turned violent
VI CONSORTIUM
CHRISTIANSTED, St. Croix, USVI- A breakup that began with a text message saying he was moving out ended with domestic violence charges Sunday night after a woman told police her former boyfriend followed her from her Christiansted apartment to a Kingshill bar, attacked her there, and was later found inside her locked bedroom door when she returned home.
RT Fast Ferry launched daily service for VG
SPANISH TOWN, Virgin Gorda, VI- Road Town Fast Ferry (RTFF) launched a regular daily service to and from Virgin Gorda on April 1, 2026.
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