interCaribbean flight cancellation sparks altercation & armed police intervention
TRELLIS BAY, Beef Island, VI- Information reaching our newsroom is that an incident between passengers and officials of interCaribbean Airways spiralled at the Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport this morning, December 22, 2025, as passengers became irate over the cancellation of a flight which was destined for Santo Domingo.
VI HK Office hosts annual Christmas Dinner
CENTRAL, Hong Kong- Staff of the BVI Hong Kong Office and Virgin Islands students studying in Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, and China were treated to the office’s annual Christmas Dinner this past weekend.
Hon Stacy R. Mather departs Alliance to join VIP Gov't
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Hon Stacy R. Mather (AL) has left His Majesty's Loyal Opposition and The Alliance to join the Virgin Islands Party (VIP) government.
Horse racing history made as Anegada takes first win on STT
ESTATE BOVONI, St Thomas, USVI- Some horse racing history was created when Anegada won its first horse race at Clinton E. Phipps Racetrack on St Thomas on Sunday, December 21, 2025.
‘We are better than killing each other’- Bishop John I. Cline
CANE GARDEN BAY, Tortola, VI- Bishop John I. Cline has stated that better ways of resolving conflicts need to be found, following the most recent gun-related death in the Virgin Islands.
People 'not interested' in hearing the birth of Jesus story- Janice A. Stoutt
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI - The culture of the Virgin Islands needs to be incorporated to revive Christmas concerts in the territory.
UPDATE: Kevin Krigger & Emmett upset Pure Speight in feature Festive Finish race
ESTATE BOVONI, St Thomas, USVI- The feature clash of the Festive Finish horseraces at Clinton E. Phipps Sr Racetrack on St Thomas delivered an upset in what also was a thrilling race today, Sunday, December 21, 2025.
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UK 'open' to reducing VI's borrowing ratio- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has said one of the major wins of his recent trip to the United Kingdom (UK) is the issue of the borrowing ratio in the Protocols for Effective Financial Management.
St Croix man charged for allegedly using forged documents to register vehicles
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- A St Croix man is facing multiple criminal charges following an investigation that determined he allegedly created and used forged government documents to improperly register vehicles, according to the US VI Police Department.
VI Premier slams ‘imbalanced, scandalous & insulting' UK Guardian article
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has termed an article written by The Guardian, a UK-based news agency, as "imbalanced, very scandalous and, in some instances, very insulting to the people of the Virgin Islands."
Holiday dental hygiene tips!
Dr Gerdan D. Lamorell
Certainly! When it comes to Christmas foods, there are many delicious treats to enjoy. However, some of these festive delights can pose challenges to oral health.
Joy of Christmas shared by Rotary Club of Central Tortola
WICKHAM'S CAY I, Tortola, VI - The Rotary Club of Central Tortola (RCCT) proudly hosted its Annual Christmas Gift Run on Saturday, December 13, 2025, bringing smiles to many children at Cyril B. Romney Tortola Pier Park.
VI & India strengthen financial ties
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands government has advanced in steps to strengthen financial ties with the government of India.
Timely & useful donation to Social Services Department by Lesmore Smith
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Top Priority Security Services has once again facilitated a useful and tangible donation, this time, to the Department of Social Development.
USVI: Stacey Plaskett sues Duane Morris over Epstein-linked lawsuit bills
VI CONSORTIUM
WASHINGTON D.C., USA- Delegate to Congress Stacey Plaskett has filed a civil complaint against law firm Duane Morris over billing confusion.
Works on ridge road to be completed before christmas
HOPE HILL, Tortola, VI-Chief of Infrastructural Planning, Research, and Development, Duane Fraites anticipates that work on the Ridge Road to be completed before Christmas.
VI seeks regional partners to advance white potato programme
ROSEAU, Dominica- The Virgin Islands is taking steps to develop a sustainable white potato production programme, following the participation of local farmers at a Capacity Building for White Potato Production and Marketing seminar in Dominica.
Gunshots heard in Baughers Bay
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Sometime before 10:00 PM on Friday, December 19, 2025, gunshots were heard in the vicinity of the Baughers Bay area outside a popular bar.
A Merry Cultural Christmas coming to Carrot Bay this weekend
CARROT BAY, Tortola, VI- A Merry Cultural Christmas, a Carrot Bay Cultural Thursday Committee event celebrating the Virgin Islands' culture, cuisine, and Christmas cheer, will take place on Saturday, December 20, 2025.
Hon Rymer asks Hon Walwyn if he has bought any bras from RT Market Square!
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Minister for Communication and Works Hon Kye M. Rymer (R5) has called out Leader of the Opposition Hon Myron V. Walwyn (R6) for describing the Market Square in Road Town as the worst he’s seen in the entire Caribbean.
Drakes Traders Ltd. makes $17.5K donation to FSN & MALE BVI
FISH BAY, Tortola, VI- In the true spirit of the season, Drakes Traders Limited has made over $17,000 in donations to the Family Support Network (FSN) and Mentoring Anointed Leaders Everywhere (MALE) BVI.
Hon Fraser blasts Hon Walwyn’s 'endless disrespect' of Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Opposition Leader Hon Myron V. Walwyn (R6) has been scolded by the senior legislator, Deputy Premier and Minister for Environment, Natural Resources, and Climate Change, Hon Julian Fraser, RA (R3), for his constant attacks on Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7).
American Airlines makes inaugural nighttime arrival to VI
TRELLIS BAY, Beef Island, VI- The evening of Thursday, December 18, 2025, has been marked as a historic one for the Virgin Islands and air travel connectivity, following the inaugural night landing of an American Airlines flight into the Virgin Islands (VI).
Richard Ullger takes vacation leave after less than a month on job!
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Not even on the job for a full month, the handpicked Police Commissioner (CoP) Mr Richard Ullger is proceeding on vacation leave today, December 19, 2025. He is expected to return to the UK, according to a Government House source.
Dr Ricardo L. Wheatley was International Guest Speaker @Taipei Medical University
TAIPEI CITY, Taiwan- The Director of the BVI-Hong Kong Office, Dr Ricardo L. Wheatley, was recently invited as the International Guest Speaker for the Commencement Ceremony of the Taipei Medical University (TMU).
'Formal constitutional negotiations' with UK to begin early 2026- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has stated that the Virgin Islands government will begin constitutional negotiations with the United Kingdom (UK) early in 2026.
ESHS wins Inter-Secondary School Chess Tournament for 2nd time in a row
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – The Elmore Stoutt High School (ESHS) has shone as the overall champions of the 2025 Inter-Secondary School Chess Tournament, successfully defending its title.
NSC commits to working with RVIPF following recent murder
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The National Security Council (NSC) has committed to working closely with the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) to solve the most recent murder in the Virgin Islands (VI).
NAGICO Insurances repeats as Insurance Services Provider of the Year
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- NAGICO Insurances was awarded Insurance Services Provider of the Year at the 2025 Financial Services Awards, a prestigious honour recognising excellence, innovation, and leadership across the Virgin Islands’ financial services sector.
‘The budget doesn’t touch the lives of the people’- Hon Walwyn
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Leader of His Majesty’s Loyal Opposition, Hon Myron V. Walwyn (R6), has said a large budget does not mean it is people-focused, as he raised questions about the 2025/2026 National Budget.
Trump bans & restricts entry to nationals of 3 Caribbean countries
WASHINGTON DC, United States – From January 1, 2026, nationals of Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica and Haiti would either be “fully” restricted or have “limited” entry into the United States.
Building a daily plaque prevention routine that actually works (Without stressing you out)
Dr Gerdan S. Lamorell
Let’s be real… plaque is like that one coworker who keeps showing up uninvited.
Every. Single. Day.
But here’s the good news:
You don’t need a complicated 27-step routine to stay ahead of it.
UPDATE: Devorn H Furlonge identified as male shot dead in Purcell Estate
PURCELL ESTATE, Tortola, VI- Now that the next of kin has been informed, along with other family members, our News Centre can disclose that the Purcell Estate shooting victim has been identified as Devorn H. Furlonge.
Order in Council to be lifted in March 2026
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The United Kingdom (UK) Government has confirmed that the Virgin Islands Constitution (Interim Amendment) Order 2022 will be lifted in March 2026 following the completion of the required UK constitutional and Privy Council processes.
Police officer found with spent shells @TB Lettsome International Airport
TRELLIS BAY, Beef Island, VI- Reports reaching our News Centre from the Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport are that on Monday, December 15, 2025, a police officer of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) was detained.
Dash Me; New food delivery app launched in VG
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- Food delivery just got a bit easier for residents of Virgin Gorda with the soft launch of the island’s first food delivery app.
interCaribbean Airways launches new nonstop service from VI to Barbados & St Maarten
PROVIDENCIALES, Turks & Caicos Islands- interCaribbean Airways is pleased to announce new nonstop service from Beef Island in the Virgin Islands to both Barbados and St. Maarten, with flights commencing on March 8, 2026.
‘We’re duty-bound to support’ Richard Ullger- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has said his government is “duty-bound” to support interim Acting Commissioner of Police (CoP), Richard Ullger.
Lorie A. Freeman appointed to ISSA Control Commission
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia - Ms Lorie A. Freeman, Director of the Virgin Islands Social Security Board (SSB), has been appointed to the Control Commission of the International Social Security Association (ISSA) as Titular Auditor.
Police silent on illegal narcotics allegedly found @ Marina Cay shoreline
MARINA CAY, VI- While the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is yet to make a statement to the public, sources within the Force have confirmed reports to our News Centre that illegal narcotics were retrieved from the shoreline of Marina Cay on Saturday, December 13, 2025.
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