Relaunched RiteWay store a 'symbol of commitment' to VG– Frederickson Audain
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI – After a 14-month revitalisation project, RiteWay Food Markets officially relaunched in Valley, Virgin Gorda on December 6, 2025, with a new store that stands as a modern, customer-focused shopping destination, thoughtfully designed to enhance convenience, comfort, and accessibility for all residents.
10 vessel groundings reported for 2025; 4 in December- MSIRA
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Vessel owners and operators have been urged to increase their vigilance while navigating the waters of the Virgin Islands, due to a significant rise in vessel grounding incidents recently recorded in the territory.
VI needs 'someone like Dame Janice Pereira’ to lead- Claude O. Skelton-Cline
BAUGHER’S BAY, Tortola, VI- Host of Honestly Speaking and social commentator Pastor Claude O. Skelton-Cline has reiterated that the Virgin Islands (VI) needs someone like the Right Hon Dame Janice M. Pereira, DBE, to lead.
Police seize 'illegal narcotics' on vessel in VI waters
PORT PURCELL, Tortola, VI- Police have reportedly seized a quantity of illegal narcotics on a vessel in Virgin Islands waters.
Karia J. Christopher was a 'joyful presence in our Rotary family'- Rotary Club of Tortola
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Rotary Club of Tortola has joined the territory in mourning the sudden passing of its Past President and Director of Communications in the Premier's Office, Karia J. Christopher.
Plaque, Gum Disease & Your Overall Health: The Oral-Body Connection (VI Edition)
Dr Gerdan S. Lamorell
In the Virgin Islands (VI), we talk a lot about “taking care of ourselves.” We go to the doctor when we’re sick, we check our blood pressure, we try to eat better, drink more water, and stay active.
Lots of 'chirping on the sidelines but we’ve got to get in the game'- Elvin G. Grant
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- The co-hosts of Talking Points have encouraged persons to do their part for a better Virgin Islands (VI).
Marvin Malone gets new social home in time for Christmas!
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- The Ministry of Health and Social Development has officially handed over a new social home to Virgin Islands resident Mr Marvin Malone just in time for Christmas.
4 girls & 3 boys to contest FLPS Angel of Christmas Pageant
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI - Four girls and three boys, all students of Francis Lettsome Primary School (FLPS) in East End, will vie for the title of Angel of Christmas on Sunday, December 14, 2025, at Eileene L. Parsons Auditorium, H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) campus, in Paraquita Bay.
RDA launches 3 procurement opportunities ahead of transition to VIDA
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) is set to transition to the Virgin Islands Development Agency (VIDA), shifting from recovery to development and has announced three major procurement opportunities.
OTs must focus on tourism for 'economic transformation'- Margaret E. Hodge
LONDON, United Kingdom- United Kingdom (UK) anti-corruption advisor Baroness Margaret E. Hodge has called on Overseas Territories (OTs) engaging in financial services to prioritise tourism as a key strategy for economic transformation.
BVIHSA 'jumping through hoops' to fix issues' @Nurse Iris O'Neal Medical Centre
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- The Virgin Gorda community will receive an update on the healthcare infrastructure on the island from the BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) on Thursday, December 11, 2025.
Derelict Vessels Removal Project begins in SCB Harbour
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- The long-awaited project to remove derelict vessels from the Sea Cows Bay Harbour has begun.
Julian Willock's 3D Raffle & Christmas Party for children a huge success!
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- Former Speaker of the House of Assembly and businessman Mr Julian Willock, in collaboration with his Third District Committee and Ms Kishma P. Forbes of Virgin Islands School and Office Supplies, hosted a Children's Christmas Party on Sunday, December 7, 2025.
Hon Luce D. Hodge-Smith presented with CMEx 2025 Leadership Award
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Junior Minister for Culture and Tourism, Honourable Luce D. Hodge-Smith (R4), has been bestowed with the CMEx 2025 Leadership Award for her continued influence on Caribbean tourism, culture, and growth.
The UK & US are ‘not the future’- Claude O. Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Social Commentator Pastor Claude O. Skelton-Cline has said the Virgin Islands (VI) needs to understand that the future does not include the United States of America (USA) or the United Kingdom (UK) leading the world.
'Premier Santa' brings cheer to children @ Christmas in the City
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) brought Christmas cheer to the children of the Virgin Islands (VI) as he was transformed into Santa Claus, minus the big belly, for Christmas in the City.
‘Festive Finish’: Tickets on sale for final horse racing event of 2025
ESTATE BOVONI, St Thomas, USVI- The 2025 horse racing season in the Greater Virgin Islands will wrap up with a holiday bang at Clinton E. Phipps Sr Racetrack on St Thomas, US Virgin Islands, on December 21, 2025.
GoFundMe launched for teen injured in motor scooter accident @ Fort Recovery
FORT RECOVERY, Tortola, VI- A GoFundMe has been launched for 17-year-old J'Alon Penn, who was involved in a serious motor scooter accident at Fort Recovery on October 20, 2025.
DiaMonae Thomas opens indoor season with PB in 60m Hurdles
PITTSBURG, Kansas, USA- Virgin Islands athlete DiaMonae Thomas had a positive start to her indoor athletics season.
USVI: Woman accused of hitting boyfriend in face with glass bottle
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St Thomas, USVI- A domestic violence investigation is underway after a man on St Thomas, US Virgin Islands, reported that his partner struck him in the face with a glass bottle during an argument, resulting in injuries that required stitches and staples.
'Transition in the police service is smooth & inspiring'- CoP Ullger
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – The new interim acting Commissioner of Police, Richard Ullger, has described his transition within the police service as both smooth and inspiring, expressing gratitude to the officers of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force for their professionalism and hospitality.
Anegada Beach Club voted winner of 2025 Best Lobster Sampler Competition
KEEL POINT, Anegada, VI- Anegada Beach Club, located at Keel Point, has been voted the winner of the 2025 Best Lobster Sampler Competition held as part of the 2025 Anegada Lobster Festival.
interCaribbean Airways celebrating a decade of service to VI
TRELLIS BAY, Beef Island, VI- interCaribbean Airways will mark a decade of continuous service to the Virgin Islands (VI).
Premier Wheatley & Ag Governor Archer remember the late Karia J. Christopher
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The government of the Virgin Islands expressed deep shock at the sudden passing of Director of Communications Mrs Karia J. Christopher on Friday, December 5, 2025.
Yacht ran aground in Paraquita Bay area
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- Sometime yesterday, Friday, December 5, 2025, a yacht ran aground in the Paraquita Bay area.
Change to VG dumpsite operating hours
SPANISH TOWN, Virgin Gorda, VI- Virgin Gorda residents are being asked to take note of a change in the dumpsite operating hours.
Total public sector debt @ $145.95 million- 3rd Quarter Report
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Government of the Virgin Islands reported that the total public sector debt is $145.95 million, consisting of fifteen (15) standard loans, as the third quarter of 2025 comes to an end.
50 years later the reverse: Tortola students now seek education on VG
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- Some 50-plus years ago, with no high school on Virgin Gorda, students had to travel by boat to the main island of Tortola for their secondary education on an almost daily basis.
interCaribbean Airways launches service to Eugene F. Correia International Airport with 'Spirit of Guyana' Inaugural Flight
OGLE, Guyana, SA - interCaribbean Airways is proud to announce the launch of scheduled service to Georgetown's Eugene F. Correia International Airport (OGL), with a celebratory inaugural flight operating on Wednesday, December 11, 2025, to dedicate the airline's specially painted "Spirit of Guyana" aircraft (registration VQ-TGY).
16 awarded @ 2025 Financial Services Awards
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Sixteen awards were handed out during the 2025 Financial Services Awards on Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
Director of Communications Karia J. Christopher passes
WEST END, Tortola, VI- Word reaching our News Centre is that the Director of Communications for the Government of the Virgin Islands, Ms Karia J. Christopher, has passed.
'Prophet' Providence warns of God's wrath due to 'witchcraft on the rise' in VI
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Prophet Jason Providence of Life by Faith Ministries in St Vincent and the Grenadines has called on the people of the Virgin Islands (VI) to repent and turn to Jesus.
27th edition of Christmas in the City opens tonight
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI– Shoreway Drive will come alive this evening with Christmas cheer as Christmas in the City 2025 officially kicks off, bringing joy to children and locals alike.
Delay in road overlay projects due to 'techincal glitches'
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – The Ministry of Communications and Works has announced a delay in the overlay of several roads due to technical issues.
PHOTO of the DAY: Lt Governor of Guam makes courtesy call on Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Today, Thursday, December 4, 2025, the Premier of the Virgin Islands, Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), welcomed Lieutenant Governor Joshua Franquez Tenorio of Guam for a courtesy call.
15-day extension for Commercial Recreational Vessel applications
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – An extension of 15 days has been granted for the processing of Commercial Recreational Vessel (CRVL) applications submitted before October 31, 2025.
Laws should be 'reinforced to protect victims' of abuse- Mrs BVI 2024
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- The government and law enforcement have been called upon to do better to protect victims of domestic and gender-based violence.
Key witness credibility questioned in Martinez–O’Neal corruption trial
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St Thomas, USVI- The federal corruption and bribery case against former Police Commissioner Ray Martinez and former Office of Management and Budget Director Jenifer O’Neal began Wednesday in the District Court of the Virgin Islands on St Thomas, with defence attorneys launching an early and direct attack on the credibility of the government’s central witness, David Whitaker.
'We strongly condemn this brazen act of violence'- NSC on Pier Park robbery
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – The National Security Council (NSC) has strongly condemned the armed robbery that took place on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at House of Luxury in Cyril B. Romney Tortola Pier Park around 2:00 PM.
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