Orealia E. Thomas arrives in Puerto Rico for Miss Universe 2026
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico— Miss Universe British Virgin Islands 2026 Orealia E. Thomas has arrived in Puerto Rico as the Virgin Islands’ representative at the 75th Miss Universe competition, bringing the Territory’s pride, talent and spirit to one of the world’s most-watched international stages.
Hon Lorna G. Smith commits to being even more accessible to public
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Territorial At-Large Representative with the Virgin Islands Party (VIP) Government Honourable Lorna G. Smith, OBE, has announced an expansion of the public engagement activities of her Constituency Office, reaffirming her commitment to accessible representation, community empowerment and creating opportunities for young Virgin Islanders to contribute to the development of the Territory.
UPDATE: Hurdler Taraji George runs non-advancing time in Dakar
DAKAR, Senegal– Virgin Islands athlete Taraji George completed her first appearance at a major games with a non-advancing time of 20.07s in the 100m hurdles of Semi-Finals Heat 2 at the 2026 Summer Youth Olympic Games (YOG) in Dakar, Senegal.
Christmas cleanup to begin 'very soon' in Road Town- Hon Hodge-Smith
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Junior Minister for Tourism and Culture, Hon Luce D. Hodge-Smith (R4) has announced that a comprehensive cleanup of Road Town is expected to begin in the coming weeks, as government moves to make the capital more presentable ahead of the Christmas holidays.
VI hopes to recover $5M from proposed Bank of Asia sale
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance of the Virgin Islands (VI), Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), has said the Virgin Islands Government remains hopeful of recovering the $5 million it deposited into Bank of Asia (VI) Limited if a proposed sale of the bank’s assets proceeds.
Deportation of Cathy O. Richards is 'a lesson for all of us'- Angela U. Burns
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Veteran Caribbean journalist and broadcaster Angela U. Burns of AUB Media House said the deportation of popular journalist Ms Cathyoliva O. Richards should be a lesson to everyone.
2 tenders received for airport runway extension- Hon Kye M. Rymer
BEEF ISLAND, VI- Minister for Communications and Works, Hon Kye M. Rymer (R5), revealed that the BVI Airports Authority (BVIAA) received two tenders for the West Runway Extension Project at Terrence B. Lettsome International Airport.
7 robberies reported across VI in recent weeks- RVIPF
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is appealing to the public for information following a series of robberies reported across the Territory in recent weeks.
Premier Wheatley congratulates Grenada PM on massive election victory
ST GEORGE'S, Grenada- Premier and Minister of Finance of the Virgin Islands (VI), Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), has congratulated Prime Minister Dickon A.T. Mitchell and the National Democratic Congress (NDC) on their victory in Grenada's general election held on November 5, 2026.
USVI population projected to fall 41% by 2100- Census Bureau
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- The US Virgin Islands’ population is projected to fall from 83,896 in 2026 to 49,331 by 2100, according to US Census Bureau figures released Thursday, November 5, 2026.
2 VI surfers competing @2026 ISA World Surfing Games in Peru
PUNTA ROCAS, Peru, SA- The Virgin Islands (VI) is being represented at the 2026 International Surfing Association (ISA) World Surfing Games currently underway in Punta Rocas, Peru.
VI welcomes 80 sailors for 35th Karibik Trophy
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The Virgin Islands has welcomed about 80 German-speaking sailors for the 35th Karibik Trophy, a 10-day sailing event running from November 6 to 16, 2026. Organised by German yacht-charter company KH+P Yachtcharter, the flotilla includes 12 yachts with participants from Germany, Switzerland and Austria.
Beef Island Bridge in good overall condition- Engineers
BEEF ISLAND, VI- Minister for Communications and Works, Honourable Kye M. Rymer (R5) has inspected the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge, commonly known as the Beef Island Bridge, alongside engineers from the Public Works Department and Systems Engineering.
Culture is ‘a living expression of our identity’- Hon Luce D. Hodge-Smith
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Junior Minister for Tourism and Culture, Hon Luce D. Hodge-Smith (R4), has said the culture of the Virgin Islands (VI) is the living expression of identity.
USVI: Paid admin leave for Christmas, Crucian Fest & Plaskett inauguration
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St. Thomas, USVI- Governor Albert A. Bryan Jr. has announced paid administrative leave for eligible non-essential Executive Branch employees during the Christmas and New Year's holidays, the Crucian Christmas Festival and the January 4 inauguration of Governor-elect Stacey E. Plaskett.
UK national Mr Jay Kendall out! As HM Prison boss?
BALSAM GHUT, Tortola, VI- Word reaching our news centre from officers at His Majesty’s Prison at Balsam Ghut is that Superintendent of Prison Jay Kendall has left his post and the Virgin Islands.
UK Opposition Leader Kemi Badenoch ‘the new polemicist & apologist’- Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Social commentator Pastor Claude O. Skelton-Cline has branded the United Kingdom’s (UK) Opposition Leader, Kemi Badenoch, as the new polemicist and apologist for her take on reparations.
Road Town Jetty Building reopens following 5-day closure
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI — The Road Town Jetty Building reopened today, Friday, November 6, 2026, restoring normal international ferry operations to the capital after a five-day temporary closure for essential health, safety, and preventive maintenance work.
BVIEC & W&SD to operate as VIEWCo from December 1, 2026
WEST END, Tortola, VI — The BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) and the Water and Sewerage Department (WSD) will begin operating under one umbrella as the Virgin Islands Energy and Water Corporation (VIEWCo) from December 1, 2026, Minister for Communications and Works, Honourable Kye M. Rymer (R5), has announced.
'The Tip-Off!' PLM to launch Juan Richard-Hatchett on November 8, 2026!
LONG BUSH, Tortola, VI – The Mark H. Vanterpool-led People’s Leadership Movement (PLM) will launch a Territorial At-Large candidate, Juan Richard-Hatchett, this Sunday, November 8, 2026.
New dumping zone & safer access road open @VG Dumpsite
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- The Department of Waste Management (DWM) has opened a new dumping zone and access road at the Virgin Gorda Dumpsite to improve safety and provide easier access for vehicles transporting waste to the facility.
Fintech on the Seas set to return for 3rd edition in 2027
OIL NUT BAY, Virgin Gorda, VI- BVI Finance has announced the dates for the 2027 edition of Fintech on the Seas: May 31 to June 2, 2027.
Landslide victory for Dickon A.T. Mitchell government in Grenada
ST GEORGE'S, Grenada- Grenada’s ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC), led by Prime Minister Dickon A.T. Mitchell, has swept to a landslide victory in the Grenada elections 2026, winning 14 of the country’s 15 parliamentary seats and securing a second consecutive term in government.
Update: One male injured in shooting incident @Parham Town
EAST END, Tortola, VI- The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has confirmed a shooting incident reported this evening in the Parham Town area.
Lions International District 60B Governor Hyacinth Jeremiah visits VI clubs
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Lions Club of the Virgin Islands received an official visit from Lions International District 60B Governor, Hyacinth Jeremiah, MJF, from October 24 to 26, 2026.
‘No journey is so urgent to compromise safety’- Hon Kye M. Rymer
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- As the new tourist season begins, Minister for Communications and Works Hon Kye M. Rymer (R5) has urged public transport operators to exercise patience, drive with caution, obey the rules of the road, and always place the safety and comfort of passengers first.
Plaskett's transition Chief of Staff has federal bribery conviction with 9-yr prison sentence
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St Thomas, USVI- Governor-elect Stacey E. Plaskett's decision to include Dean C. Plaskett as chief of staff of her transition team is drawing scrutiny over a federal corruption case in which former Department of Planning and Natural Resources Commissioner Dean C. Plaskett was convicted of bribery and obstruction of justice, sentenced to nine years in prison and ordered to pay a monetary judgment exceeding $1M.
VI-born Milton E. Potter elected USVI's Lieutenant Governor
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St Thomas, USVI- Tortola-born Milton E. Potter is set to become the next Lieutenant Governor of the US Virgin Islands (USVI) after winning the election alongside Governor-elect Stacey E. Plaskett, adding a notable Virgin Islands (VI) connection to the incoming administration.
Derelict vessels from SCB Harbour being prepared for final disposal- RDA
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI— With 33 derelict vessels removed from Sea Cows Bay Harbour, the Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) says the next stage of the Derelict Vessels Removal and Disposal Project is now focused on the responsible handling of the recovered materials on land.
‘NHI should play greater role in preventative maintenance’- Hon Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Minister for Health and Social Development, Hon Vincent O. Wheatley (R9), has said National Health Insurance (NHI) should do more for clients when it comes to preventative care.
'Bureaucracy' necessary, but better systems needed to prevent delays- D4 Rep
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Junior Minister for Culture and Tourism, the Honourable Luce Hodge-Smith (R4), has said that while bureaucracy is necessary for delivering major public projects, inefficient systems and processes can create avoidable delays.
Call made for urgent inspection of Beef Island Bridge
BEFF ISLAND, VI— Residents are calling on the Government of the Virgin Islands to urgently inspect and repair the underside of the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge, commonly known as the Beef Island Bridge, after reports that concrete from its underbelly is chipping off.
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Janelle K. Sarauw overwhelmingly elected USVI's Delegate to Congress
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St Thomas, USVI- Former Virgin Islands senator Janelle K. Sarauw will be the new Delegate to Congress, after securing the congressional seat by a landslide in the US Virgin Islands' General Election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
‘Going to do everything [so] Luce Hodge-Smith is re-elected’- Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Social Commentator and Pastor Claude O. Skelton-Cline has said he will do the work necessary to get Hon Luce D. Hodge-Smith (R4) re-elected at the next general election.
11 to represent VI @34th OECS Swimming C/ships
RODNEY BAY, Gros Islet, Saint Lucia- Eleven swimmers will represent the Virgin Islands (VI) at the 34th OECS Swimming Championships at the Rodney Heights Aquatic Centre in Saint Lucia.
VI prepares for 2026/2027 Cruise Season with Cruise 101 Service Excellence Training
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- As the British Virgin Islands (BVI) prepares to welcome cruise visitors for the 2026/2027 Cruise Season, the BVI Tourist Board & Film Commission (BVITBFC) is inviting hospitality professionals, taxi drivers and other tourism industry stakeholders to participate in a free Service Excellence Training session designed to strengthen service delivery and enhance the visitor experience.
Stacey E. Plaskett gains landslide victory for USVI Governor
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St Thomas, USVI- In a landslide victory, Delegate to Congress Stacey E. Plaskett was elected governor of the US Virgin Islands (USVI) in that territory's 2026 general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
Apology not enough! East withdraws from VG Summer Jam League
EAST END, Tortola, VI- Despite being offered an apology by the Virgin Gorda Basketball Club and the Virgin Gorda Summer Jam Committee, East Basketball Club has said an apology for its players being stranded on Virgin Gorda on the weekend of October 24, 2026, is not enough and has taken the decision to withdraw from the ongoing VG Summer Jam League.
BVI Lit Fest 2026 set to turn VI into 4-day Caribbean literary stage
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI – The Virgin Islands (VI) will become a hub of Caribbean storytelling from this week as BVI Lit Fest 2026 returns from Thursday, November 5, 2026, to Sunday, November 8, 2026, bringing authors, poets, publishers and readers together for four days of conversation, performance and celebration.
USVI: Homicide count reaches 46 after woman fatally shot on St. Croix
VI CONSORTIUM
CHRISTIANSTED, St Croix, USVI — A 31-year-old woman was shot and killed late Saturday night, October 31, 2026, after two unidentified individuals approached her vehicle in the driveway of her Estate Rattan home and opened fire, bringing the US Virgin Islands' homicide count for 2026 to 46.
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