Thomas family will 'not be manipulated' by VI Gov’t- Elaine M. Thomas-Griffith
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, ST Thomas, USVI – Elaine M. Thomas-Griffith, the daughter of the late Ellis Thomas, has taken to the media over the issues surrounding Ellis Thomas Downs in Sea Cows Bay and its stalled negotiations with the [British] Virgin Islands Government for use of the land.
Prisoner stabbed @ HM Prison in Balsam Ghut
BALSAM GHUT, Tortola, VI- Word reaching our news centre from senior sources at His Majesty’s Prison (HMP) is that yesterday, Sunday, May 12, 2024, an inmate was stabbed on the compound.
‘Concerned Citizen’ saddened about individual rights violation
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- In a social media message circulating today, Monday, May 13, 2024, on Facebook and the WhatsApp platform, a resident describing themselves as ‘Concerned Citizen’ has raised many issues over what they said is “unconstitutional to have individuals rights continuously violated.”
Deputy Premier wants swift resolution to issues affecting Republic Bank’s customers
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Deputy Premier and Minister for Financial Services, Labour and Trade Hon Lorna G. Smith, OBE has said the Government of the [British] Virgin Islands is aware of recent developments at Republic Bank (BVI) Limited, which resulted in the withdrawal of funds from several customer accounts.
7 contestants revealed for Miss BVI Pageant 2024 in July
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Under the theme Brunch in Bloom, the contestants for the Miss BVI Pageant 2024 were revealed at Queen Elizabeth II Park on Sunday, May 12, 2024.
Chantel E. Malone leaps to victory @ PURE Athletics Sprint Elite Meet
CLERMONT, Florida, USA- [British] Virgin Islands’ athlete Chantel E. Malone, competing in her second long jump event of the season, emerged victorious at the PURE Athletics Sprint Elite Meet held at the NTC Training Center in Clermont, Florida on May 11, 2024.
Gov Pruce dodged questions on ‘power grab’ by his predecessor Rankin!
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Current United Kingdom-appointed Governor of the Virgin Islands Daniel Pruce invited the local media to his office, claiming it was in celebration of World Press Freedom Day held on Friday, May 3, 2024.
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11th Sitting of 1st Session of 5th HoA slated for May 16
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Legislators will return to the House of Assembly (HoA) Chamber in Road Town to do the business of the people on Thursday, May 16, 2024.
Taxi & tour operators invited to meet with Florida Caribbean Cruise Association
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Taxi and tour operators in the [British] Virgin Islands have been invited to an exclusive meeting with the Florida Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) on May 14, 2024.
‘Use of technology’ being explored to strengthen border security- Premier
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Government of the [British] Virgin Islands is exploring the use of technology to strengthen border security and prevent illegal immigration and smuggling.
Kyron A. McMaster 2nd in season opener in Jamaica
KINGSTON, Jamaica- Reigning Commonwealth Games Champion and Paris Olympics bound Kyron A. McMaster, OBE opened his track season at the Jamaica Athletics Invitational on Saturday, May 11, 2024.
War between Israel & Palestine is immoral & genocidal- Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI – Local Clergyman Claude O. Skelton-Cline has called out the war between Israel and Hamas-led Palestine groups taking place in the Middle East as one that is tragic, unethical and genocidal.
Late Attorney Jamal S. Smith to be buried on May 18, 2024
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- Immediate family, residents, friends and professional colleagues are still in both shock and mourning over the death of Attorney Jamal S. Smith who was found dead in his home located in Manuel Hill around March 12, 2024.
Woman says she was threatened to facilitate theft @ Home Depot
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St Thomas, USVI - The man who allegedly threatened former Home Depot employee Makea Grant into letting him walk out of the store with free merchandise is now before the courts. Another man who reportedly participated in the scam was also arrested this week.
CXC probing 'distribution' issue with Principles of Accounts examination paper
BRIDGETOWN, Barbados – As the annual Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) examinations gets on the way, the exam body in an update yesterday, Friday, May 10, 2024, said it is currently investigating an issue with one its examination papers.
New immigration bill to bring clarity to VI Residency & Belonger status
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The updated Immigration Bill is in response to Recommendation B33 of the Commission of Inquiry, which identified the need for clear and published guidance for the consideration of applications for residence and Belonger status in the Virgin Islands (VI) has seen its first reading in the House of Assembly (HoA).
VI resident sentenced on cocaine smuggling conviction
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – United States Attorney Delia L. Smith announced today, Friday, May 10, 2024, that Augusto Rodriguez-Molina, 37, a resident of Tortola, British Virgin Islands, and Dominican Republic national, was sentenced on cocaine smuggling conviction.
DMV to launch commemorative license plate for 70th VI Festival
POCKWOOD POND, Tortola, VI- Minister for Communications and Works Honourable Kye M. Rymer (R5) has said the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is set to launch a special commemorative license plate in celebration of the 70th Virgin Islands Emancipation Festival.
VI marks World Day of Health & Safety 2024 with virtual panel discussion
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The Virgin Islands (VI) Department of Human Resources observed World Day of Health and Safety in the Workplace with a special virtual panel on April 30, 2024, for the day which was spearheaded by the International Labour Organisation (ILO).
Retaining wall comes crashing down @ Joe's Hill Manor Estate
JOE’S HILL, Tortola, VI- Apart from putting central Road Town underwater, the heavy rainfall of May 7, 2024, also caused infrastructural damages, including damaging roads and collapsing at least one retaining wall.
Full CARICOM membership comes with a cost of participation– Dr Kedrick D. Pickering
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI – Former Deputy Premier and legislator Dr Kedrick D. Pickering has questioned whether the Virgin Islands (VI) can afford the cost of full CARICOM membership, a stance that rebutted that of clergyman Claude O. Skelton-Cline, who said the VI should take up a strong role in the regional body.
PWD in mourning over passing of employee Brucerell D. Fahie
FORT HILL, Tortola, VI- The immediate family and friends of Mr Brucerell Devaine Fahie aka ‘D Bain’ of Tortola, along with his employer, the Public Works Department (PWD), are mourning his passing.
School fights: ‘Who the heck raising these children?’- C. Michael Thomas
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Many in the public have been left appalled at the frequent fights among high school students, particularly at Elmore Stoutt High School (ESHS) where even teachers are being attacked by the out-of-control students.
No explosion at WAPA power plant, but loud boom prompts evacuation
VI CONSORTIUM
CRUZ BAY, St John, USVI - The loud boom heard across the V.I. Water and Power Authority's Randolph Harley Power Plant in St. Thomas on Thursday, which led to the evacuation of WAPA employees and other personnel, was not an explosion as some inside WAPA had originally thought.
Wolues maul Positive 14-0 to virtually secure National League Championship!
GREENLAND, Tortola, VI- An eighth win on the trot, 14-0 against Positive FC on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at East End/Long Look, was enough to see Wolues FC leapfrog Islanders FC into top spot in the National League standings by one point with two games to play.
Was Tuesday’s flash flood a ‘pre-bacchanal’ warning?- Sandra Phillip-Hodge
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- While some are attributing the flash flood that hit the capital city, Road Town, on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, to blocked drains and ghuts and even to the volume of rainfall, some are asking whether it was something more divine.
Works Minister protects privacy of taxi drivers in HoA
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Minister for Communications and Works Hon Kye M. Rymer (R5) has opted not to publicly disclose the names and addresses of persons holding taxi licenses in the [British] Virgin Islands (VI), as he believes it would have been unfair to the license holders to do so and that it would also trample on their right to privacy.
VI lost a true national icon with passing of Vernon E. Malone – Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Virgin Islands Premier and Minister of Finance, on behalf of the Government of the Virgin Islands and his family, has joined the territory in expressing condolences to the family and loved ones of the late former Member of the House of Assembly, Mr Vernon E. Malone.
Draft Report on Minimum Wage submitted
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Ministry of Financial Services, Labour and Trade has received the draft report of the ad hoc Minimum Wage Advisory Committee.
UPDATE: Airport reopens; Some banks to open @ noon
BEEF ISLAND, Tortola, VI- The Terrance VB. Lettsome International Airport on Beef Island has resumed operations, following the suspension of operations due to inclement weather this morning, May 8, 2024.
VI sailor Thad A. Lettsome secures spot @ Paris 2024 Olympics
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – The BVI Olympic Committee has announced that it has received and accepted an official invitation from the Tripartite Commission in collaboration with World Sailing for the allocation of a Universality Place at the Paris 2024 Summer Olympic Games to BVI’s ILCA7 (Laser) sailor Thad A. Lettsome.
Dedicated teams actively responding to this ‘emergency situation’- Hon Rymer
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Minister for Communications and Works Hon Kye M. Rymer (R5) has said his Ministry is fully aware of the unexpected and severe flooding that occurred across the Virgin Islands on May 7, 2024.
Vehicle goes up in flames @ Diamond Estate
DIAMOND ESTATE, Tortola, VI- As if flash flooding in Road Town and other low-lying areas of Tortola was not bad news enough yesterday, May 7, 2024, a vehicle was destroyed by fire at Diamond Estate.
All public schools closed today, May 8, 2024
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Due to the adverse weather conditions experienced yesterday, May 7, 2024, and the forecasted continuation of torrential rains today, Wednesday, May 8, 2024, the Ministry of Education has made the decision to close all public schools in the territory.
ESHS goes to online schooling due to flooding on campus
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Students of Elmore Stoutt High School (ESHS) will be taught remotely today, Wednesday, May 8, 2024, after a sudden heavy downpour left the campus flooded on May 7, 2024.
Sudden downpour floods Road Town
ROAD TOWN, Tortola VI – Residents of the Virgin Islands (VI), particularly in Road Town, Tortola were today, May 7, 2024, caught off-guard with flash flooding in the capital, after torrential downpours turned streets into rivers.
Will VI finally get another local CoP?; Vacancy now being advertised!
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Since the days of the late Attorney Vernon E. Malone (CoP: 1992-2002) and Reynell Frazer (CoP: 2004-2012), the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has not had its own local Commissioner of Police (CoP).
VI should seek stronger alliances, full CARICOM membership- Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI– Local clergyman Mr Claude O. Skelton-Cline has put forward arguments for the [British] Virgin Islands to become a full member of CARICOM, which he said should happen because the VI must seek to deepen strategic partnerships and alliances around the world.
VINO receives another bomb threat email; Police investigating
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Virgin Islands News Online (VINO) on May 6, 2024, received another email from an anonymous person threatening to create more havoc with bomb threats across the Caribbean if four Americans who found themselves afoul of the law in Turks and Caicos Islands for possession of ammunition recently were not allowed to go back to the United States by June 2024.
‘We making a mistake of not holding each other accountable’- C. Michael Thomas
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Prominent businessman Mr C. Michael Thomas has said he is not sure what recommendations Governor Daniel Pruce will have for the territory when he presents his first Quarterly Report on the Implementation of Commission of Inquiry (CoI) Reforms in the Virgin Islands later this month; however, he is adamant that the VI has to get into the habit of holding each other accountable.
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