Over $250K contract signed for Farmer’s Reservoir @ Paraquita Bay
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Alvia Limited has been awarded the contract for consultancy services for engineering design and construction management of water mains and civil works for the Farmer’s Reservoir, through the Recovery and Development Agency (RDA).
2025 Sports Vision Academy's basketball programme opens
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Young athletes in the Virgin Islands are receiving the necessary skills to excel in basketball, as the Sports Vision Academy (SVA) officially opened its 2025 basketball programme.
HLSCC Spring Concert returns to 2 islands in honour of college’s 35th anniversary
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI – The H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) Annual Spring Concert is making a bold return to its roots, expanding to both Tortola and Virgin Gorda as part of the College’s 35th Anniversary celebrations and a renewed commitment to the performing arts.
Armed assailants rob 'popular bar' in Sea Cows Bay
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is said to be investigating a report of an armed robbery that occurred at a popular bar in the Sea Cows Bay area late Monday night, May 12, 2025.
Jamaica appoints Paul B. Dennis as Honourary Consul to VI
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Government of Jamaica has officially appointed Mr Paul B. Dennis, KC, as its Honourary Consul to the Virgin Islands (VI).
Gov't officials, family & friends observe 1st anniversary of Vernon E. Malone's passing
BREWERS BAY, Tortola, VI- It was a relaxed afternoon on Saturday, May 10, 2025, in the flat lands of Brewers Bay, Tortola, surrounded by nature, birds chirping, and a light rain to keep things cool when government officials, family, friends, and members of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) came out in numbers to remember the late Attorney, Commissioner of Police and legislator Mr Vernon E. Malone QPM, LLB, CPA.
VG farmer @ wit's end after stray dogs kill several of his goats
NORTH SOUND, Virgin Gorda, VI— Livestock farmer Victor R. Creque is counting his losses after a brutal attack by two stray dogs resulted in the killing of several of his goats and despite reporting the matter to the authorities, little to no decisive action has been taken, leaving him at his “wit's end".
There is a maternal mental health 'crisis' in VI- Mrs Sade Fonseca-Smith
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- The Founder and President of BVI Maternal Mental Health Initiative, Sade Fonseca-Smith, has said that, while there are no data, there is a maternal mental health crisis in the Virgin Islands (VI).
‘I've been very impressed with the work’ of Acting CoP Vanterpool- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI— Premier and Minister for Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has offered high praise for the work of Acting Commissioner of Police Jacqueline E. Vanterpool, who many in the community are backing to become the next local Commissioner of Police and the first female to be confirmed to the position.
President's Cup thriller! VG United beat Wolues on penalties to retain title
GREENLAND, Tortola, VI- VG United are the 2025 President’s Cup Champions. The boys from Virgin Gorda defeated Wolues 4-3 on penalties in the final at the football field in Greenland on Sunday, May 11, 2025, to retain the title.
Misreading the signs- International confusion
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…And so it came to Pass...
I dislike the idea of having to say ‘I told you so’, but what else can I do, when things I have warned of for years, start taking place within our lifetime; whether it is the inherent folly and wickedness of Religion, the fall of the self-righteous Israel, UK and US, or more Homegrown Events we wetness daily… I make none of these things happen, but I feel obliged to warn about them, even if most refuse to listen or believe.
DR woman told CBP officials she entered St John illegally after flying to Tortola same day
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HAULOVER BAY, St John, USVI- Two people were arrested on suspicion of illegal entry into the United States on Thursday, May 8, 2025, reportedly shortly after their arrival on St John, US Virgin Islands (USVI).
‘No complaint has been put to me personally’ over airport incident- Governor Pruce
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI— Governor of the Virgin Islands, His Excellency Daniel Pruce, has downplayed reports of a recent incident involving himself and his 'wife' at the Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport on April 29, 2025, saying no complaint has been put to him directly.
Vetting process 'very intrusive' but ‘we must be vetted’- Acting CoP Vanterpool
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Acting Commissioner of Police (CoP) Jacqueline E. Vanterpool has said concerns raised by officers of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) regarding the vetting process have been addressed, and the Attorney General has informed that the process does not breach the Virgin Islands’ (VI) constitution.
'Controversial' Hon Walwyn made to apologise to Premier Wheatley in HoA
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Leader of the Opposition Hon Myron V. Walwyn (R6) was asked to apologise to Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), after accusing the Premier of making back door deals with the US Virgin Islands, during a recent sitting of the House of Assembly (HoA).
9 countries to contest 2025 King of the Courts Caribbean C/Ships from Wednesday
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Nine countries will be represented at the 2025 King of the Courts (KOTC) Caribbean Championships to be held in the Virgin Islands (VI) from May 14 to May 18, 2025.
‘Thank you for your unwavering love & sacrifice’- Premier Wheatley to VI mothers
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Today, May 11, 2025, the Virgin Islands is celebrating Mother's Day, a special occasion celebrated across the world to honour mothers and maternal figures for their love, sacrifices, and contributions.
Vikings & Cavaliers clash in BVICA T20 Cricket Final today, May 11
GREENLAND, Tortola, VI- A highly entertaining game of cricket is anticipated when cricket powerhouses Cavaliers and Vikings clash in the final of the BVI Cricket Association (BVICA) T20 Tournament at Greenland Playfield from 1:30 PM, today, Sunday, May 11, 2025.
TVET key to solving acute skills shortage problem in VI- Dr Arlene L. Smith-Thompson
BAUGHER'S BAY, Tortola, VI— The Virgin Islands marked TVET Day, on May 6, 2025, with the sentiment, Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) is not just an alternative path—it’s a vital solution to the territory’s growing skills shortage.
UPDATE: Man fatally shot in WE identified as Nyron A. Erickson
FRESHWATER POND, Tortola, VI- The man who was killed in an apparent drive-by shooting at Freshwater Pond on the western end of Tortola on Saturday, May 10, 2025, has been identified as Nyron A. Erickson.
Governor rules out more powers; Premier eyes end to Order in Council
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Governor of the Virgin Islands (VI) Daniel Pruce and Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) have jointly affirmed their opposition to any further expansion of the powers of the United Kingdom’s resident representative in the Territory.
FSC warns of fraudulent EDP REGULATION website
PASEA ESTATE, Tortola, VI- The BVI Financial Services Commission (FSC) is warning customers, creditors or persons who may have been solicited to visit or conduct business via the website address EDP REGULATION (https://www.remorsprompt.com/), that it is a fraudulent website.
RVIPF delegation to attend ACCP AGM & Conference in Guyana
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Representatives from the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF), headed by Acting Commissioner of Police (CoP) Jacqueline E. Vanterpool, will attend a week-long conference in Guyana.
Upper Main Street to become a two-way street
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- As of June 1, 2025, Upper Main Street will be configured into a two-way street.
VI's prosperity tied to security & good governance reforms- Gov.Pruce
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—The prosperity of the Virgin Islands (VI) is underpinned by security and good governance, according to Governor Daniel Pruce, as he addressed the people of the VI on Friday, May 9, 2025.
Rotary Club of Central Tortola receives District Governor’s Green Diamond Award
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Described as the “action club”, the Rotary Club of Central Tortola was made even prouder when it recently received the District Governor’s Green Diamond Award for the 2024–2025 Rotary year—an honor presented during the District 7020 Conference Awards Ceremony aboard the Freedom of the Seas.
RVIPF begins crushing unclaimed illegal motorbikes
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has begun crushing unclaimed and unlawfully operated bikes and scooters that have been seized and are no longer required as evidence.
Business case supports airport expansion project- Hon Kye M. Rymer
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI— A full-fledged study into the potential expansion of the Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport on Beef Island has attested to its feasibility.
It’s been the ‘privilege of my life’ to serve- Mrs Edith A. Penn
CANE GARDEN, Tortola, VI- Former Chief Social Development Officer Mrs Edith A. Penn has said she is privileged to have served the Virgin Islands (VI).
Civil society petitions Governor to confirm Vanterpool as CoP
EAST END, Tortola, VI- A petition from civil society (Gram's Table Group out of East End, Tortola) has been sent to Governor Daniel Pruce requesting the approval of Acting Commissioner of Police (CoP) Jacqueline E. Vanterpool for the position.
BVIEC honours 4 long-standing employees upon retirement
LONG BUSH, Tortola, VI- The British Virgin Islands Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) proudly celebrated the remarkable careers of four of its dedicated employees, who recently retired after collectively contributing over 140 years of service to the Corporation.
ILO Caribbean meets with key VI stakeholders for technical collaboration
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A team from the International Labour Organisation (ILO) Caribbean is in the Virgin Islands (VI) and has since met with key organisations in the Territory.
UPDATE: Hon Stacy R. Mather ousted; Dr the Hon Karl Dawson new Deputy Speaker
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Just as first and accurately reported on May 8, 2025, by Virgin Islands News Online (VINO), Dr the Honourable Karl Dawson (R1) has been made the new Deputy Speaker of the House of Assembly, replacing Opposition Member Hon Stacy R. Mather (AL), who held the position since May 18, 2023.
Zaharebelnyj & Baird emerged as top archers of 2025 NASP Nationals
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- After a full day of shooting among more than 40 archers from 7 schools, Valentin Zaharebelnyj of Ciboney Centre for Excellence and Kasadiyah Baird of BVI Seventh-day Adventist School emerged the overall winners of the 2025 National Archery in the Schools Programme (NASP) Nationals held at A.O. Shirley Grounds on Sunday, May 4, 2025.
Vatican elects first American pope
VATICAN CITY, Rome, Italy- White smoke has emerged from the chimney in the Vatican, which means a new pope has been elected. The new Pope is Robert Francis Prevost - the first American pope.
Medical school may lease up to 50% of Joe's Hill Manor Estate- SSB
JOES HILL, Tortola, VI- On Monday, April 28, 2025 the Social Security Board (SSB) and Ponce Health Sciences University (PHSU) executed the Heads of Terms agreement, outlining the medical school’s occupancy of the Joe’s Hill Manor Estate (JHME), a story first reported by our News Centre on April 30, 2025.
VI seeking maximum authority in constitutional talks with UK- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Government of the Virgin Islands intends to pursue “the maximum amount of authority possible” in the upcoming constitutional negotiations with the United Kingdom (UK).
Foreign Language Immersive Extravaganza starts today
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports will host a two-day Foreign Language Immersive Extravaganza beginning today, Thursday, May 8, to Friday, May 9, 2025, from 9:00 AM.
RVIPF officers reportedly reject 'intrusive' vetting process
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Information reaching our news centre is that officers of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) are unhappy with recent changes surrounding the new vetting process currently being undertaken by a United Kingdom (UK) team.
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