Bevis A. Sylvester earns Master of Laws with Merit
EAST END, Tortola, VI- The former longtime Regional General Manager of Delta Petroleum remains on the move. Mr Bevis A. Sylvester, who left Detla Petroleum a few months ago following its sale to SOL, has earned a Master of Laws (LLM) with Merit in International Commercial Law from the University of Salford, Manchester, United Kingdom.
Deon J. Edwin stars as VG Bayside Blazers burn USA Rivals 96-77 in St Maarten
PHILIPSBURG, St Maarten, WI- Virgin Gorda (VG) Bayside Blazers registered another massive win in the 'Bring Ya Best' Basketball Tournament in St Maarten, overpowering USA Rivals, 96-77, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026.
Cannabis license applications open across USVI
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI: Applications are now open for several cannabis license categories across the territory, with qualified individuals and businesses given until September 15, 2026, to submit their materials through the [US] VI Office of Cannabis Regulation’s online licensing portal.
'If government spends wisely, there’s no need for new taxes'- Archibald C. Christian
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI— Former legislator Archibald C. Christian has questioned the government's decision to raise or introduce taxes to address problems such as the presence of derelict vehicles across the Virgin Islands.
The people are 'not ready' for Vanterpool or Walwyn to lead VI- Claude O. Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Commentator and clergyman Mr Claude O. Skelton-Cline has said the Mark H. Vanterpool-led People’s Leadership Movement (PLM) is not going anywhere politically.
Monea gives life to Christ; Excluded from 2026 VI Emancipation Festival lineup
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI— Virgin Islands international dancehall artiste, Monéa, is denying reports that she doesn’t want to perform in her home country after her name was omitted from this year’s Virgin Islands Emancipation Festival lineup.
Strong Starts, Bright Futures: Rotary Club of Central Tortola begins new Rotary Year 2026-2027 with Focus on Maternal & Child Health
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Rotary Club of Central Tortola officially launched its new Rotary year with an engaging and informative meeting centered on Rotary’s July Area of Focus, Maternal and Child Health.
VI tops OECS in Grade 2 Reading & Math assessments
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The Virgin Islands (VI) has topped the 2026 Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Programme for Educational Advancement and Relevant Learning (PEARL) Regional Assessment for Grade 2.
Back-filling completed on Cox Heath Sea Defense Wall
COX HEATH, Tortola, VI- Back-filling on the 1450ft Cox Heath Sea Defense Wall has been completed, the Ministry of Communications and Works announced today, July 15, 2026.
Boundaries commission not needed for Anegada & JVD to have HoA Reps- Mark H. Vanterpool
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Leader of the People’s Leadership Movement (PLM) Mark H. Vanterpool is not buying Premier Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley’s (R7) explanation that a boundaries commission would be necessary for Anegada and Jost van Dyke to have their own representative in the House of Assembly (HoA).
HM Customs launches upgraded SailClear system
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – His Majesty’s Customs in the Virgin Islands has launched an upgraded version of SailClear, the region’s electronic customs declaration system for yachts and pleasure craft.
VICCTF to hold stakeholder consultations ahead of Call for Proposals
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A series of stakeholder consultations across the Territory will get underway from July 20 to 24, 2026, as the Virgin Islands Climate Change Trust Fund (VICCTF) prepares to launch its first Call for Proposals (CFP 2026-01) in August-September 2026.
Sunoco LP ‘in essence, has a monopoly on fuel’ in the VI- Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Social Commentator and host of Honestly Speaking, Pastor Claude O. Skelton-Cline, has reiterated the need for anti-trust and the Trade Commission, this time using fuel as an example.
‘It is right to look again at a constitution last updated in 2007’- UK Constitution Negotiating Team lead
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The United Kingdom (UK) Constitution Negotiating Team is in the Virgin Islands (VI) for the first round of constitutional negotiations with the VI’s own Constitution Negotiating Team.
Another blow to the witch-hunt cases to lock up locals with zero evidence
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The witch-hunt cases against local residents who have a history of speaking out against corruption, double standards and for the rule of law continue as taxpayers are footing millions and millions paying outside prosecutors.
BVIEC Long Bush Office will now accept water bill payments effective July 15
LONG BUSH, Tortola, VI - Effective Wednesday, July 15, 2026, the BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) will begin accepting Water and Sewerage Department (W&SD) bill payments at its Long Bush office, providing greater convenience for Virgin Islanders.
BVI Film Commission concludes successful 2026 Summer Film Academy
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The British Virgin Islands Film Commission has concluded another successful instalment of its Summer Film Academy. This year brought together aspiring filmmakers for four days of immersive storytelling, project development and industry mentorship. Developed as a storytelling and film incubator under the guiding concept,
Discover Your Story. Develop Your Project. Share Your Vision., the Film Academy challenged participants to transform original ideas into compelling scripted and docum
VI supports Association of Caribbean States’ push for closer regional cooperation
PANAMA CITY, Panama- The Virgin Islands (VI) supported the Association of Caribbean States (ACS) push for closer regional cooperation to tackle economic vulnerability, climate change and social challenges affecting the Greater Caribbean.
UPDATE: VI secures 4th gold medal @ CASA Championship
PASEA ESTATE, Tortola, VI- The duo of Delilah Pease and Danny Henderson stood with stamina and precision to champion their way to a gold medal for the Virgin Islands on July 13, 2026.
11 athletes to rep VI @2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow
GLASGOW, Scotland- Virgin Islands sprint phenom Adaejah T. Hodge has been selected among 11 athletes to represent the Virgin Islands (VI) at the 2026 Commonwealth Games to be held in Glasgow, Scotland, from July 23 to August 2, 2026.
1 gold & 2 silver medals for Team VI @NACAC U18 & U23 C/ships in Mexico
TLAXCALA, Mexico- Team Virgin Islands (VI) captured 1 gold and 2 silver medals at the NACAC U18 & U23 Championships in Tlaxcala, Mexico. The championships were held from July 10 to 12, 2026.
VI’s Krystle J. Maduro captures 5 awards @Miss Elegantly Plus Caribbean Queen Pageant
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands’ (VI) Krystle J. Maduro captured 5 awards at the 2026 Miss Elegantly Plus Caribbean Queen Pageant, which was held in Tortola on Sunday, July 12, 2026.
VG Bayside Blazers make blistering start to basketball campaign in St Maarten
PHILIPSBURG, St Maarten, WI- Virgin Gorda (VG) Bayside Blazers opened their campaign in the 'Bring Ya Best' Basketball Tournament in St Maarten with an emphatic win against the home team on Sunday, July 12, 2026.
'Wrap It Up' Campaign launched to promote safe festival practices
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Ministry of Health and Social Development continues to advocate for safe festival practices with the launch of its annual Wrap it Up Campaign.
PHSU BVI student shines @San Lucas Summer Research Programme
SAN LUCAS, Puerto Rico - A student at Ponce Health Sciences University (PHSU) BVI Campus recently placed second in the Quality Improvement category at the San Lucas Summer Research Programme in Puerto Rico.
Outstanding Virgin Islanders awarded @VI Icon Awards
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Mr Alton A. Bertie walked away with the Man of the Year Award at the 2026 Virgin Islands Icon Awards on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
VI to host inaugural Tropical Fruit Festival
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - A festival aimed at promoting local fruits, both in their fresh and processed states, is set to take place in the Virgin Islands.
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Serving others or serving self
Alred C. Frett
The Challenges We Face on a Daily Basis:
We are not alone, and I would know nothing, have nothing, and be nothing without People, so it should be easy to understand why I regard whatever I am, or have, as belonging to the People… I try to meet this commitment with our Employees and Patients, even when Governmental Agencies try to block or hinder the process… Sometimes it seems like they have nothing to do but focus on keeping us down.
RTW boasts Caribbean's largest rooftop solar installation
PASEA ESTATE, Tortola, VI- Road Town Wholesale Trading Ltd (RTW) proudly marked the completion of the Caribbean's largest rooftop solar installation during a press conference at the RTW Support Centre in Road Town, Tortola, on July 9, 2026.
VI fight to historic 14 medals @World Taekwondo C/ships in South Korea
GIMCHEON, South Korea- The Virgin Islands Taekwondo Team has created history by achieving a 14-medal haul at the World Taekwondo Championships in Gimcheon, South Korea.
VG Bayside Blazers to compete in 'Bring Ya Best' Tournament in St Maarten
PHILIPSBURG, St Maarten, WI- The Virgin Gorda (VG) Bayside Blazers are embarking on another road trip, following their disappointing loss in Tortola last month during the Kings of the Court Tournament.
Faulkner & Varlack named winners of Mosquito Awareness Week Competition
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Environmental Health Division has recognised two outstanding students for their winning entries in the 2026 Caribbean Mosquito Awareness Week Art and Poetry Competition.
Cricket: Jamaica & Guyana to contest Nation Cup Final today
GREENLAND, Tortola, VI- The 2026 Nation Cup, organised by the BVI Cricket Association (BVICA), climaxes today, Sunday, July 12, 2026, with the Third-Place game and Final at Greenland Recreation Ground.
VI represented @ PMAC AGM in Suriname
PARAMARIBO, Suriname - The Virgin Islands (VI) was at the discussion table as regional leaders converged in Suriname to discuss the future of the Caribbean maritime industry.
UPDATE: Potter & Carey record improvement on Day 3 of PanAm Swim Meet in Colombia
IBAGUÉ, Colombia- Lily A. Carey, entering the competition on Day three with a time of 1:13.08, recorded an improvement of 1.82 seconds, while Kyla M. Potter finished in 1:09.23, improving by 0.91 seconds in the Girls 13–15 100m Freestyle at the PanAm Aquatics Swimming Championships in Ibague, Colombia.
USVI: Roach, Plaskett & Frett-Gregory clash over who must answer for the Territory’s failures
VI CONSORTIUM
KINGSHILL, St. Croix, USVI- The Democratic gubernatorial debate became a sustained argument Friday night over who must answer for the territory’s unresolved problems and which candidate is best equipped to convert government resources, plans and promises into measurable results.
RVIPF appeals to public for information about K’moi Walters’ murder
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is appealing to members of the public who may have information about the July 6, 2026, murder of K'moi Walters.
Rami Garcia recommended for a BVI Asia Study Abroad Scholarship
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Rami Garcia was selected for consideration for a BVI Asia Abroad Scholarship after being selected from the 2026 BVI Film Commission Summer Film Academy cohort.
UPDATE: Adaejah T. Hodge finishes 2nd in Monaco
MONACO CITY, Monaco- Virgin Islands phenomenal sprinter Adaejah T. Hodge finished second in her 200m debut at the 2026 Diamond League in Monaco today, Friday, July 10, 2026.
'I wannabe a gansta'
By Dickson C. Igwe
A sub culture killing our native boys and causing enormous tragedy in this tiny community is the ‘’ GANGSTA CULTURE.’’ Clearly this is an evil that stems from a complete lack of understanding of the consequences of criminality, violence, and death on the British Virgin Islands. Just this week another promising young life was snuffed out. The motive appears to be the theft of his gold chain: cruelty on steroids.
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