Hon Lorna G. Smith OBE hands over keys to new bus for VG track club
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- Transporting athletes on time to practice sessions and competitions should come without any issues for the Raw Skillz Track Club on Virgin Gorda, as it is now the owner of a brand-new bus, courtesy of the North Sound Foundation.
Virgin Islanders are ‘secretive’ about their health- Dr Sharlon Lewis
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Dr Sharlon Lewis has said Virgin Islanders are very secretive when it comes to their health, which can be detrimental.
‘Get the airport going now’ or risk being voted out- Skelton-Cline to VIP Gov’t
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- “Tourism is the one thing that can’t go anywhere unless we don’t have the infrastructure in which to accommodate it, to enhance, and to expand it, and to offer a better experience for our guests,” Commentator Claude O. Skelton-Cline argued, as he urged the Virgin Islands Party (VIP) government to not make the mistake of the former National Democratic Party (NDP) government regarding the expansion of Terrance B. Lettsome Airport on Beef Island, including extending the runway.
VI Tourism Partners urged to attend BVI Market Connect October Webinars
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The British Virgin Islands Tourist Board & Film Commission (BVITBFC) is pleased to announce the continuation of its “BVI Market Connect” webinar series, scheduled for Monday, October 13, to Friday, October 17, 2025.
NDP aiming for convention this year-end- Bishop John I. Cline
FISH BAY, Tortola, VI- While the National Democratic Party (NDP) is gearing up to host its convention by the end of the year, Interim President Bishop John I. Cline has disclosed.
VG Summer Jam: Set It Off rebounds with big win over Dominican League
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- After suffering their first defeat of the 2025 VG Summer Jam on September 20, 2025, former champions Set It Off rebounded with a convincing win over Dominican League at A. Jeffrey Caines Arena in Virgin Gorda on Saturday, September 27, 2025.
2 charged after ICE tip leads to vehicle stop on STT
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St. Thomas, USVI- Two people are currently facing federal immigration charges after Immigration and Customs Officials acted on a tip and stopped the vehicle they were traveling in.
Gov Pruce pledges HMP development; Hon de Castro pledges investment in youth
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Governor Daniel Pruce and Minister for Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, Hon Sharie B. de Castro (AL), both made pledges during the closing ceremony of the Virgin Islands Anti-Crime Summit 2025 on Friday, September 26, 2025.
HLSCC celebrating 10 years of accreditation; Eyes reaffirmation in 2028
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI – H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) celebrates a milestone this year, marking ten years of accreditation while looking ahead to the reaffirmation of that status in 2028.
VI Gov't to implement National Crime Reduction Strategy
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The government of the Virgin Islands’ commitment to fighting crime has entered a new phase, following the announcement of a comprehensive National Crime Reduction Strategy.
‘President Trump has made life more challenging for all of us’- Hon Lorna G. Smith
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- Junior Minister for Financial Services and Economic Development Hon Lorna G. Smith OBE (AL) has said the Virgin Islands has to seek different ways to navigate the challenges it is facing due to the policies of US president Donald J. Trump.
Another success! Over 60 residents attended Third District Job Fair
HANNAH BAY, Tortola, VI- The Therapy Works compound at Hannah Bay, Tortola, was filled with over 14 companies, including three statutory bodies with vacancies at the annual Third District Job Fair on Sunday, September 28, 2025.
USVI court ends use of marijuana smell as basis for vehicle searches
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- Police in the US Virgin Islands are no longer allowed to use the odour of marijuana as probable cause for a vehicular search, after a ruling from a [US] VI Superior Court judge put a stop to the practice earlier this year.
‘They are set for life’ following salary increase- Bishop John I. Cline
CANE GARDEN BAY, Tortola, VI- Bishop John I. Cline has said the current government will not be remembered for what it did for the country but rather what was done to it, as they have set themselves up for life with the increase in salaries and the retirement plan.
False reports circulating about fatal hit & run accident in EE- RVIPF
EAST END, Tortola, VI- The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has clarified that a traffic incident that occurred on the evening of Saturday, September 27, 2025, did not result in a fatality.
UK looking to support VI ‘to find funding' for airport runway- Baroness Hodge
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The United Kingdom’s anti-corruption champion, the Rt Honourable Baroness Margaret Hodge, DDE, said the United Kingdom (UK) is willing to assist the Virgin Islands (VI) in sourcing funding for the runway project at the Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport.
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'We could have a bicameral system' of Gov't- Hon Marlon A. Penn
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Member of His Majesty’s Loyal Opposition Honourable Marlon A. Penn (R8) has placed his support in the recommendation for a bicameral system of government in the Virgin Islands (VI).
VI to host first-ever National Indoor Field Archery Championship
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI— Close to 40 archers will be participating in the first-ever National Indoor Field Archery Championship set to take place at the Multi-Purpose Sports Complex in Road Town, Tortola, on Sunday, October 5, 2025.
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Legislature moves to rename St Croix Park in honour of Stanley & the Ten Sleepless Knights
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- For over half a century, Stanley and the Ten Sleepless Knights have contributed to the unique sound of the US Virgin Islands (USVI). Their dedication to preserving and promoting quelbe music has solidified their role as cultural activists and preservationists. Now, the 36th Legislature has taken action to establish a permanent reminder of the Ten Sleepless Knights’ impact on the US Virgin Islands.
Taxpayers incurring over $2m each year in rent- Hon Kye M. Rymer
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Minister for Communications and Works Honourable Kye M. Rymer (R5) has reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to completing the Ralph T. O’Neal Administration Complex (RTOAC) renovation project, stating that his ministry continues to work closely with all contractors and stakeholders involved.
Premier Wheatley & Hon Rymer in UK for tourism 'opportunities & partnerships'
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), accompanied by the Minister for Communications and Works, Honourable Kye M. Rymer (R5), is on a short visit to the United Kingdom (UK) to "engage in preliminary discussions on tourism opportunities and partnerships".
VI's story integrated into the UK's Y6 curriculum
LONDON, England, UK- In an effort to foster connections through education and culture, the story of the Virgin Islands (VI) has been integrated into the UK curriculum.
Hon Wheatley attending COHSOD-Health Meeting in USA
WASHINGTON, D.C., USA- Minister for Health and Social Development, Hon Vincent O. Wheatley (R9), is currently in the United States of America attending the 50th Meeting of the Council for Human and Social Development-Health (COHSOD-Health).
USVI: Potential Oct. 1 federal shutdown threatens major disruptions
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St. Thomas, USVI- With the federal fiscal year set to expire at midnight on September 30, 2025, Congress remains locked in a funding standoff, raising the likelihood of a government shutdown. For the Virgin Islands, where reliance on federal transfers and tourism is especially high, even a short lapse in appropriations would ripple quickly across the economy.
'We pledge zero tolerance' for crime- Mrs Natalie J. Fahie-Smith
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Strengthened systems, inter-agency collaboration, and zero tolerance for criminal activity will be the focus of the Ministry of Financial Services, Economic Development and Digital Transformation (MFSEDDT) in addressing crime in the Virgin Islands.
Exness donated robotic kits to the Ministry of Education
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Robotics in the Virgin Islands received a major boost with the donation of robotic kits to the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports by Exness.
The march to the World War: Shattering the World Order
By Dickson C. Igwe
The Virgin Islands sits in a world this 2025 that is increasing volatile and dangerous. The second Presidency of Donald Trump spells the end of the Post World War Two consensus: a world governed by the Rule of Law protected by US might.
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118 billfish released in North Drop during 2025 Scrub Island Billfish Series
SCRUB ISLAND, VI – An astounding 118 billfish were released when the lucrative 2025 Scrub Island Billfish Series, produced by the Marlin group, was held from September 4-12, 2025, validating the legendary North Drop status.
An At Large Representative is like a fisherman without a net- Hon de Castro
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Minister for Education, Youth Affairs and Sports and Territorial At Large Member Hon Sharie B. de Castro says she believes the At Large system is a critical part of how the Territory should move forward and that is the reason she chose to run as an At Large member; however, the system is not being given the respect and support by the government.
Security beefed up @Anti-Crime Summit due to 'potential threat'- RVIPF
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has said it is aware of information circulating regarding a potential threat to the Anti-Crime Summit. It also said the information is currently unverified, but is being taken seriously.
Persons robbed by 3 armed masked men @Mount Healthy birthday party
MOUNT HEALTHY, Tortola, VI- It was shortly before 10:00 PM last night, Thursday, September 25, 2025, at a birthday party in Mount Healthy on the main island of Tortola, when persons were robbed at gunpoint.
‘No magic bullet’ to fight illicit wealth- Baroness Margaret Hodge
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The United Kingdom’s anti-corruption champion, the Rt Honourable Baroness Margaret Hodge, DDE, has said there is a lot left to do in the fight against illicit financing in the Virgin Islands (VI) as there is no magic formula.
'Juvenile crime is indeed on the rise'- Security & Justice Advisor
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Crime involving juveniles is increasing in the Virgin Islands, according to data presented during day two of the first-ever Virgin Islands Anti-Crime Summit 2025, yesterday, Thursday, September 25, 2025, at the Multi-Purpose Sports Complex in Road Town.
Hon Walwyn accused of divisive politics over ‘indigenous’ label
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The controversial Leader of the Opposition Hon Myron V. Walwyn (R6) is at it again. Many residents, current legislators and social media influencers have accused Mr Walwyn of playing his usual divisive politics over the issue of whether indigenous Virgin Islanders should be recognised in the constitution, with certain jobs in the country reserved for them.
25 sailors battled it out in Back to School Regatta & ILCA Masters
NANNY CAY, VI- 25 sailors took part in the 2025 Back to School Regatta & ILCA Masters on Saturday, September 20, 2025.
‘Is the UN really effective?’- Hon Ronnie W. Skelton asks
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Opposition Member Hon Ronnie V. Skelton (AL) is advising Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), to find a new approach to self-determination, as he questioned the effectiveness of the United Nations (UN).
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Highly anticipated 2025 Third District Job Fair set for Sunday, September 28!
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- The Third District 2025 Job Fair hosted by former Speaker of the House of Assembly Mr Julian Willock and his Third District Committee, along with Kishma P. Forbes of Virgin Islands School and Office Supplies, is set for Sunday, September 28, 2025.
Buy BVI Trade Expo 2025 celebrated the Virgin Islands Entrepreneurial Spirit
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The BVI Chamber of Commerce proudly hosted the BUY BVI Trade Expo 2025 on 19–20 September at the Multipurpose Sports Complex under the theme ‘Celebrating the Virgin Islands Entrepreneurial Spirit’.
‘I played baseball great; I played the streets equally’- Roberto Smalls aka 'Robbie'
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- “My dedication right now is to dedicate what I got left to the kids,” the Keynote Speaker for the first-ever Virgin Islands Anti-Crime Summit 2025 has promised.
UK to VI: 'We reserve the right to take any appropriate actions necessary in future'
LONDON, United Kingdom- While stating that the draft Order in Council will be lifted, albeit it will take a while, colonial master, the United Kingdom (UK), has let the Virgin Islands (VI) know who is boss.
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