Independence referendum won’t be ‘valuable’ now- E. Benito Wheatley
SIMPSON BAY, Sint Maarten- Virgin Islands Special Envoy Mr E. Benito Wheatley has opined that a referendum to decide whether the Territory moves forward with independence or not would not be valuable at this time.
'Sistah Joyce' alleges of bullying & harassment; VIF&FC clears the air
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Well-known calypsonian Joycelyn Searles Duncan aka ‘Sista Joyce’ has taken to social media to accuse the Virgin Islands Festival and Fairs Committee (VIF&FC) of bullying and harassment, and even went as far as to say she was fearful for her life.
‘Respect for each other’ was always @forefront of VI culture- Premier
WICKHAM’S CAY, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has said the Virgin Islands culture was always about respect for God and respect for everyone more than anything else, and urged Virgin Islanders to not put away those values.
Wolues mauled 0-8 in 2025 CFU Club Shield in T&T
BALMAIN, Couva, Trinidad & Tobago- After going down 0-3 in their opening Group C clash with 19-time Suriname league champions, SV Transvaal on July 27, 2025, Wolues FC of the Virgin Islands were hoping for a better showing in their second game of the 2025 CFU Club Shield in Trinidad and Tobago. However, the road only got tougher for the visitors.
St Mary The Virgin Episcopal Church celebrates 150 years of ministry on VG
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- St Mary the Virgin Episcopal Church is inviting members of the community to share in its activities to celebrate 150 years of ministry on Virgin Gorda.
Firearm seized from man seen acting suspiciously in vicinity of festival village
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Officers from the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) arrested an individual in possession of an illegal firearm in the early hours of Saturday, August 2, 2025, following a targeted operation to maintain public safety during festival celebrations.
VIP invested $16.9M more in Education than average NDP administration- Hon Sharie B. de Castro
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands Party (VIP) government has invested $16.9 million more in education compared to the average spending of the National Democratic Party (NDP) administration.
Tropical Wave approaching VI
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A Tropical Wave is approaching the Virgin Islands (VI).
Influx of Sargassum could continue for days or weeks
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The influx of Sargassum seaweed may continue over the coming days and even weeks, a Ministry of Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change press release on Friday, August 1, 2025, has advised.
3 new executive appointments @ Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina
SCRUB ISLAND, VI- Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina has made changes to its executive team with the hire of three new individuals.
15 Police Officers & Members of Marine Unit recognised
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- On Wednesday, July 30, 2025, Acting Commissioner of the Royal Virgin Islands Police (RVIPF), Jacqueline E. Vanterpool, held a prestigious Commendation Ceremony to honour the exemplary service of eight dedicated police officers and seven committed members of the Marine Unit.
The Road to World War
By Dickson C. Igwe
After the Second World War ended in 1945 the USA emerged the world military and economic hegemon.
Everything would have been fixed ‘if Andrew Fahie was Premier’- Hon Mather
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- After providing a long list of things that he believes need addressing in the territory, Territorial At Large Member Hon Stacy R. Mather, MBE told the members of the House of Assembly (HoA) that he believes the former premier, Andrew A. Fahie, would have resolved those issues if he were still the premier.
Public reminded not to sell alcohol to minors
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI– The 2025 Virgin Islands Emancipation Festival is underway, and the Family and Juvenile Unit of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is urging the public to remain vigilant in safeguarding our youth, particularly from the dangers of underage drinking.
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Malachy Payne & 17-year-old charged separately for firearm possession
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has arrested and charged two males in connection with separate firearm recoveries during recent police operations in the Territory.
Gov Pruce to miss Emancipation Festival due to delay in shoulder recovery
LONDON, United Kingdom- Governor Daniel Pruce will once again miss the Virgin Islands Emancipation celebrations, making it at least three years in a row that a United Kingdom-appointed governor would be absent from the territory during this significant period in the Virgin Islands (VI).
Hon Walwyn branded as 'Lucifer' for bringing 'demonic instrument' to HoA
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Hon Myron V. Walwyn (R6), Leader of His Majesty’s Loyal Opposition, has been dramatically compared to the fallen angel Lucifer by Hon Vincent O. Wheatley (R9), Minister for Health and Social Development.
Latin American & Caribbean countries urged to show solidarity with Venezuela
CARACAS, Venezuela, SA – Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yván E. Gil has called on countries worldwide, particularly in Latin America and the Caribbean, to amplify their voices in solidarity against the rising tide of “media imperialism.”
Eklund Z. Adams disqualified! Young Blood is 2025 Calypso Monarch
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Controversy has hit the 2025 Calypso Monarch Competition, resulting in disqualifications and a new monarch crowned.
‘We’re losing the essence of who we are as a people’- Hon Turnbull
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- District 2 Representative and Opposition Member Hon Melvin M. Turnbull has said Virgin Islanders are losing their identity as a people.
Hon Walwyn’s Motion of No Confidence crushed in HoA
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI— In what was predicted by Virgin Islands News Online (VINO) in our story of July 29, 2025, the one-man-led Motion of No Confidence brought to the House of Assembly (HoA) by Opposition Leader Hon Myron V. Walwyn (R6) has been defeated.
Road from Paraquita Bay to Hodge’s Creek in final stages of repair
HODGE’S CREEK, Tortola, VI- The section of Blackburn Highway from Paraquita Bay to Hodge’s Creek is nearing completion, following the successful installation of essential box drains.
More tenders for health infrastructure projects coming- Hon Vincent O. Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Upgrades to the healthcare infrastructure in the Virgin Islands (VI) continue to progress.
AI & Robotics- As real & pressing dangers to humanity
ALRED C. FRETT
Providing Slavery for All:
As descendants of slaves and prisoners of a pre-programmed society, we are taught to follow the masses, and conform to traditions, so very few of us try to be as progressive as we can, by using the lessons and examples around us, to choose for ourselves… Even when Education advises that we think and reason for ourselves, we do not, because our Laws and Religion insist that we obey their ancient mandates.
Rental Kia Soul crashes into wall @Manuel Reef
MANUEL REEF, Tortola, VI- A rental Kia Soul ended up crashing into a wall at Manuel Reef this morning, Thursday, July 31, 2025.
Motor scooter rider injured in accident on De Castro St
DE CASTRO STREET, Tortola, VI- A motor scooter rider was taken to Dr D. Orlando Smith Hospital with serious injuries after he was struck by a vehicle on the corner of De Castro Street and Nibbs Street last evening, July 30, 2025.
CIBC installs ATM on VG
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- Customers of Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC) and tourists on Virgin Gorda can now benefit from an Automated Teller Machine (ATM) on that island.
‘I wrote the Governor’ on $5M Bank of Asia deposit- Hon Myron V. Walwyn
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Leader of His Majesty’s Loyal Opposition, Hon Myron V. Walwyn (R6), has admitted to writing to Governor Daniel Pruce regarding the now defunct Bank of Asia (BVI) Limited situation.
3 Junior Athletes to represent VI @ upcoming Junior Pan Am Games
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Three athletes will represent the Virgin Islands (VI) at the upcoming 2nd Junior Pan American (Pan Am) Games in Asunción, Paraguay.
Doctors’ services to BVIHSA & private sector will soon be reviewed- Health Minister
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Minister for Health and Social Development, Honourable Vincent O. Wheatley (R9) has announced that the government will soon review the operations of doctors working in both the BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) and the private sector.
Lenell A. Stevens Jr aka ‘LJ’ sweeps Soca Monarch competition
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Not only was Lenell A. Stevens Jr, aka ‘LJ’, a crowd favourite, but he also sang his way into the books of the judges at the Soca Monarch Competition at Charlie Neil Frett Festiville last night, July 29, 2025.
VI to showcase @2025 Virtuoso Travel Week in Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, USA- The British Virgin Islands (VI) Tourist Board will host a delegation to the highly anticipated 2025 Virtuoso Travel Week, taking place in the city of Las Vegas from Saturday, August 9, 2025, to Friday, August 15, 2025.
Largest buildup of Sargassum seaweed ever @ Handsome Bay on VG
HANDSOME BAY, Virgin Gorda, VI- Handsome Bay is far from handsome these days due to a large buildup of Sargassum seaweed. Added to it is the unpleasant smell of the rotting seaweed.
Contract signed for new social home in Baughers Bay
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- A contract has been signed with E&K Construction for a new social home in Baughers Bay, as the Ministry of Health and Social Development delivers on its commitment to support vulnerable residents across the Virgin Islands.
Walwyn’s 'Vote of No Confidence' to be debated later today, July 29, 2025
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Opposition Leader Hon Myron V. Walwyn (R6), who toppled Hon Ronnie W. Skelton (AL) in a nasty fight over the Leader of the Opposition post, will have his Motion of No Conference against the Dr. Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) administration debated today, Tuesday, July 29, 2025.
UK 'has acknowledged legitimate interest access is the way to go'- VI Premier
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- In what has been deemed as a major win for the Virgin Islands' financial services industry, Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has said legitimate interest access is the way to go when it comes to beneficial financial services ownership information and that the United Kingdom (UK) has now acknowledged this.
Skelton-Cline blasts RDA for ‘dragging its feet’ on West End Ferry Terminal Project
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI – The Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) has come under attack from social commentator and Pastor Claude O. Skelton-Cline regarding the West End Ferry Terminal Project.
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‘Our children deserve to enjoy festival’ too- Hon Vincent O. Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Virgin Islanders are asked to take all necessary precautions to keep children safe during this festival season.
15th Summer Sizzle BVI dazzles!
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Caribbean’s most anticipated fashion fête returned in full force as Summer Sizzle BVI celebrated its dazzling 15th anniversary this past weekend.
Great service is not a luxury but a standard- Director of Customer Service
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- Director of Customer Service, Ms Kedimone Rubaine, has urged members of the public to take advantage of the Customer Service Care Centres.
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