284 Excellence Film Festival expands industry training with masterclasses, workshop & affordable festival passes
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI — Aspiring filmmakers, actors, independent producers and film enthusiasts will have opportunities to strengthen their skills and explore new career pathways at the 2nd Annual 284 Excellence Film Festival, taking place from October 29 to November 1, 2026, in the Virgin Islands.
'Small But Tallawah!' Hon de Castro salutes team SVG robotics’ team
INCHEON, South Korea- Virgin Islands Minister of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, Honourable Sharie B. de Castro (AL), has congratulated Team St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) Robotics for becoming the top-performing Caribbean team at the 2026 FIRST Global Challenge in Incheon, Republic of Korea.
VI Health Ministry moves toward prosthetics referral deal w/ TnT
PENAL, Trinidad & Tobago- The Virgin Islands (VI) is looking to establish a referral relationship with the National Prosthetics Centre in Penal, Trinidad and Tobago to facilitate persons in the VI who have experienced limb loss.
Premier Wheatley to attend CHOGM 2026 in Antigua & Barbuda
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), will attend and represent the Virgin Islands at the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) 2026, scheduled for November 1-4 in St John’s, Antigua and Barbuda.
'You want to practise VI law? Practise in the VI'- Claude O. Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Social Commentator and Host of Honestly Speaking, Pastor Claude O. Skelton-Cline, said lawyers practising Virgin Islands (VI) law outside the VI are another source of revenue loss for the local economy.
Arundel Panty Dropper cops Best Tasting Rum title in Grenada
ST GEORGE'S, Grenada- Panty Dropper, also known as Arundel Panty Dropper, a product of the family-run Callwood Rum Distillery in Cane Garden Bay, has captured the Best Tasting Rum title at the 35th Annual CWWA Conference and Exhibition in Grenada.
Cabinet approves Themba Reginald Busika as CEO of VIDIC
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands Deposit Insurance Corporation (VIDIC) has a new Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
Connecting the dots & painting the picture
ALRED C Frett
Living Up To A Name
We are the offspring of both slaves and masters, but Massa rejected us and assigned us to the Slave status... I do not see that as a problem... Centuries ago, our ancestors were trained to say good things about bad people, and when my forefathers chose to tell the truth, they classified them as the Fretts… I appreciate this name, since it would appear that from the very beginning, we spoke Truth to the Youth.
USVI: 1 dead, 1 critically injured in St Croix 2-vehicle crash
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI— A 22-year-old woman was killed and a passenger critically injured in a two-vehicle collision near the Estate Castle Burke intersection early Saturday morning, October 17, 2026, The Consortium confirmed shortly after the incident. The [US] VI Police Department subsequently corroborated the information.
Sewerage works along CGB Road corridor commence Oct 20, 2026
CANE GARDEN BAY, Tortola, VI- The public is notified that sewerage works along the Cane Garden Bay Road corridor in the vicinity of Hodge’s Gas Station to the vicinity of De Wedding will commence on Tuesday, October 20, 2026.
BVIHSA refutes claims patient died due to lack of oxygen @VG clinic
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- The BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) has refuted reports circulating in the community that a patient died at Nurse Iris O’Neal Clinic due to a lack of oxygen supply there.
‘Pleased with turnout’ @2026 BVI Luxury Summit in PR- Ms RaeNisia L. Scatliffe
ISLA VERDE, Carolina, Puerto Rico- Over 40 travel agents from 30 local agencies gathered to learn more about the luxury offering of the Virgin Islands (VI) at the 4th edition of the BVI Luxury Summit 2026.
30 films submitted for 2nd Annual 284 Excellence Film Festival
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The 2nd Annual 284 Excellence Film Festival returns October 29 to November 1, 2026, under the theme ‘Uniting Creative Voices, Celebrating Caribbean Stories’.
Premier Wheatley urged residents to buy local as gov’t invests in food security
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), has called on residents, businesses, and institutions across the Virgin Islands (VI) to prioritise locally produced food as Government moves to strengthen the Territory’s food security and resilience.
BVIEC & Deputy Gov's Office sign MOU for customer service training
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI — Employees of the British Virgin Islands Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) will receive structured customer service training through a newly signed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Office of the Deputy Governor.
Early morning crash involving two motor vehicles in Sea Cows Bay
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- Sometime this morning around 12:05 AM Saturday, October 17, 2026, two motor vehicles, a SUV and small pickup truck collided.
50 kilos of cocaine seized; Eduard Ramirez charged
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has charged a man following the seizure of approximately 50 kilograms of suspected cocaine during a proactive operation in Long Bush, Tortola.
Bruce Foxe slapped with 10 charges following firearm possession
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has arrested and charged Bruce Foxe, 35, of Long Bush with multiple offences following the recovery of a firearm at a nightclub in Long Bush on Monday, October 5, 2026.
‘Jovita Mercer-Scatliffe can take the 6th’- Claude O. Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Social Commentator and Host of Honestly Speaking, Pastor Claude O. Skelton-Cline, has said retired civil servant Mrs Jovita Mercer-Scatliffe can win District Six in a general election with the right party.
BVIFA names squad for FIFA U15 World Cup & Festival 2026 in Azerbaijan
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The BVI Football Association (BVIFA) has announced the Virgin Islands U15 National Squad selected to represent the Territory at the FIFA U15 World Cup & Festival 2026 in Azerbaijan.
‘Move this legislation forward’- Hon Mather on sex offender registry
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Hon Stacy R. Mather (AL) has said the House of Assembly (HoA) needs to move ahead with legislation that provides for the establishment of a sex offender registry as a means of further protecting the young people of the Virgin Islands (VI).
More than 30 vendors @World Food Day Market & Food Fair today
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- More than 30 vendors, including farmers, fishers, agro-processors, schools, and local food and juice providers, are expected to participate in the 2026 World Food Day Market and Food Fair today, Friday, October 16, 2026.
Prison service officers begin vetting process
BALSAM GHUT, Tortola, VI- Officers of His Majesty’s Prison Service have received vetting application papers, marking the next phase in the Virgin Islands’ effort to strengthen accountability across key law-enforcement and border-security agencies.
Depleted chlorine levels cause water interruption in WE & Carrot Bay
WEST END, Tortola, VI - The Water and Sewerage Department (W&SD) is notifying the public of an interruption in water service between West End and Carrot Bay.
Vehicle & boat owners given final removal notice in Parham Town
PARHAM TOWN, Tortola, VI- Owners of vehicles and vessels located on the site adjacent to Alphonso Gas Station in Parham Town have been given final notice for removal.
USVI inflation outpaces US rate; Food prices up 6.8%, Transportation 16.2%
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTT AMALIE, St Thomas, USVI- A hefty import bill, inflation, and an exorbitant cost of living are among the pressing challenges burdening both the average Virgin Islanders and the Territory’s economy. While recovery projects and other opportunities for revenue collection could prove beneficial, it’s a longer-term measure that won’t result in immediate relief for everyday citizens.
BVI Finance highlights investor confidence as key to Africa’s FinTech growth
LONDON, United Kingdom- Capital seeks certainty, and the Virgin Islands (VI) is positioning itself as a trusted bridge between African FinTech innovation and international investment.
RVIPF increases ‘targeted patrols’ following spate of armed robberies
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- In response to the recent string of armed robberies of business establishments on Tortola, the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has increased “targeted patrols” across the territory.
'20 years+ in gov’t? Exit left off stage'- Claude O. Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Commentator and host of Honestly Speaking, Pastor Claude O. Skelton-Cline, said he believes that even though the Virgin Islands is small, there should be term limits.
Wilbert A. Mason In! Edward Linsley Out! As GM of Peter Island Resort
PETER ISLAND, VI – Peter Island Resort is preparing to welcome guests back for the 2026/2027 season when it reopens on October 21, and the award-winning Virgin Islands private-island resort has announced a new leadership team to guide its next chapter.
‘Law enforcement will find you’- Gov Pruce to criminals
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Governor of the Virgin Islands, Mr Daniel Pruce, has warned criminals that they cannot hide from law enforcement, promising they will be found and dealt with under the law.
VI youth sailors gain valuable experience @Fall Regatta in STT
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St Thomas, USVI- Friday, October 9, 2026, saw the Virgin Islands Optimist sailing team heading down to St Thomas Yacht Club in the US Virgin Islands (USVI) for its 2026 Fall Regatta. The team consisted of Piper Bailey and Bobby Hensley in the Championship fleet, and Sean Stacey and Jervis Tucker-Davis in the Green Fleet (beginner racing fleet).
PLM is ‘splitting the NDP vote’- Claude O. Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Social Commentator and Host of Honestly Speaking, Pastor Claude O. Skelton-Cline has accused the People’s Leadership Movement (PLM) of splitting the National Democratic Party (NDP) vote.
East End Public Library to be renamed in honour of H. Lynden Smith
MAJOR BAY, Tortola, VI - The East End Public Library will be renamed the H. Lynden Smith Public Library, in recognition of the longtime educator’s distinguished contribution to education, reading, and literacy development in the Virgin Islands.
‘Diabetes, hypertension, heart disease & cancers plaguing community’— Hon Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI— Minister for Health and Social Development Hon Vincent O. Wheatley (R9), has warned that noncommunicable diseases continue to place a serious burden on residents and the Territory’s healthcare system, as the Ministry prepares to host the BVI Wellness Fest on Saturday, November 7, 2026.
‘We cannot ignore the desperation’ behind businesses wanting firearms- BVICC
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The BVI Chamber of Commerce (BVICC) is calling on the powers that be to revisit the question of lawful protection for businesses in the wake of increasing robberies at local business establishments.
Resealing work underway @ Sabbath Hill Reservoir
SABBATH HILL, Tortola, VI- Residents of Nottingham Estate, Fort Hill and surrounding communities may experience temporary water interruptions as crews begin interior resealing work on the first 500,000-gallon reservoir at Sabbath Hill.
USVI: Wife claimed husband choked, punched & threatened to Kill her
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI — A Frederiksted man has been charged with domestic violence-related offences after his wife told police he repeatedly struck her, squeezed her throat and threatened to kill her during an altercation at their home on October 8, 2026.
‘Culture & Heritage vital to nation’s economy'— Hon Luce D. Hodge-Smith
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI — Junior Minister for Tourism and Culture, Honourable Luce D. Hodge-Smith (R4), has emphasised that the development of the Virgin Islands’ cultural and creative industries is essential to strengthening the Territory’s heritage, national identity, and economy.
‘Our girls are watching us’- Hon Penn on Int’l Day of the Girl Child
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Chairman of the National Democratic Party (NDP), Hon Marlon A. Penn (R8), has told girls that they matter as the party joined the rest of the Virgin Islands (VI) and the world in observing the International Day of the Girl Child on Sunday, October 11, 2026.
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