3 BVIFA staff achieve FIFA Coach Educators Diploma
EAST END, Tortola, VI- Three staff members of the BVI Football Association (BVIFA) are further equipped to deliver quality football coaching education programmes in the Virgin Islands.
US visa applicants must adjust privacy settings on all social media profiles to 'public'
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Civil Registry and Passport Office is advising members of the public of new guidance issued by the United States Department of State regarding the process related to various categories of visas.
USVI: Woman arrested for DUI after colliding with Police Unit on STX
VI CONSORTIUM
CHRISTIANSTED, St Croix, USVI- A late-night auto collision involving a civilian driver and a police unit on the Christiansted Bypass has led to the arrest of Sarah Vasquez on charges of driving under the influence and negligent driving.
UPDATE: D3 Back-to-School relocated to Valerie O. Thomas Community Centre
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- Former Speaker of the House of Assembly and businessman Mr Julian Willock and his Third District Committee have announced a change of venue for the annual back-to-school event slated for today, Sunday, August 31, 2025.
Dwynel D. Davis wins VI Adult Spell-Off 2025
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- Dwynel D. Davis emerged the top speller when the 4th edition of The VI Adult Spell-Off was held at Eileene L. Parsons Auditorium, H. Lavity Stoutt Community College, in Paraquita Bay on Saturday, August 30, 2025.
Quarterly Sister Islands meeting held on Anegada
THE SETTLEMENT, Anegada, VI- Senior Managers from across the public service were engaged in the quarterly Sister Islands Coordination Committee Meeting on Anegada.
PINS & passwords not required during vetting of police officers- Governor Pruce
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Governor Daniel Pruce has clarified misinformation regarding the line of questioning police officers in the Virgin Islands (VI) are subjected to during the vetting process.
23 entrepreneurs receive MSME grants
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Twenty-three entrepreneurs have received grants from the Department of Trade, Investment Promotion, and Consumer Affairs.
BVI Postal Service temporarily suspends mail to US & US territories
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The BVI Postal Service announced the temporary suspension of mail items containing goods bound for the United States (US) and its territories effective yesterday, Friday, August 29, 2025, until further notice.
Tortola's Ghostinyou making another attempt for glory @Labour Day Races in STT
ESTATE BOVONI, St Thomas, USVI- 2024 Governor's Cup Champion Ghostinyou of Tortola will be the lone Tortola horse in competition when the Labour Day Races are held at Clinton E. Phipps Racetrack on St Thomas, US Virgin Islands on Sunday, August 31, 2025.
VI surpasses regional pass rate average in Maths by nearly 15%- Education CEO
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Even as the pass rates in Mathematics at the Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) examinations are a cause for concern in the region, the Virgin Islands (VI) has seen an increase in its pass rate.
USVI: Epstein-related lawsuit against Stacey E. Plaskett dismissed
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- A notice filed Thursday, August 28, 2025, in the Southern District of New York confirmed that the civil case naming Congressional Delegate Stacey E. Plaskett as a defendant has been dismissed with prejudice.
Premier Wheatley gives thumbs up to Village Cay, Rhythm+Sands, Food & Rum Festival
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Village Cay, Rhythm+Sands, Food & Rum Festival is expected to enhance the Virgin Islands' tourism product and boost businesses during the slow tourism season.
Sargassum may affect smell & taste of water- Environmental Health Division
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Environmental Health Division has put out a notice advising the public to be cautious of water with an unfamiliar smell and taste as sargassum seaweed continues to be present in the Territory’s waters.
'Comprehensive investigation' into marine accident off Brandywine Bay being done
BRANDYWINE BAY, Tortola, VI- Significant progress is being made by the Marine Safety Investigation and Reporting Authority (MSIRA) in the investigation into the boating accident which occurred on Saturday, July 26, 2025, involving a 31-foot Stamas 310 Tarpon off Brandywine Bay.
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InterCaribbean to host flight attendant recruitment job fair next month
PROVIDENCIALES, Turks and Caicos Islands- Virgin Islanders have the opportunity to join the team at interCaribbean Airways, as the airline announces a flight attendant recruitment job fair scheduled for Tuesday, September 9, 2025.
Section of Huntum’s Ghut road to be partially closed for remedial works- Hon Rymer
HUNTUM’S GHUT, Tortola, VI- Remedial drainage and road works are scheduled to begin on a section of the Huntum’s Ghut road tomorrow, Friday, August 29, 2025.
Fmr champs Set It Off handle East in latest VG Summer Jam action
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- Former champions of the VG Summer League, Set If Off made it clear they are back in the title hunt again this year, beating East 85-73 when play in the 2025 league continued at A. Jeffrey Caines Arena in Virgin Gorda on Saturday, August 23, 2025.
VI featured 'prominently' @CARIFESTA XV- PS Joseph Smith-Abbott
BRIDGETOWN, Barbados- Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sustainable Development, Mr Joseph Smith-Abbott has said the Virgin Islands (VI) has received prominent exposure at CARIFESTA XV.
The Barefoot Trainer to conduct exclusive hospitality training series on VG
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI – The British Virgin Islands Tourist Board & Film Commission (BVITBFC) will launch the Barefoot Trainer Hospitality Series on October 22, 2025, in Virgin Gorda.
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Rotary Club of Central Tortola launches radio programme 'Rotary Spotlight'
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- The Rotary Club of Central Tortola (RCCT) has introduced a new radio programme, aimed at inspiring volunteerism within communities across the Virgin Islands (VI).
VI sponsors Lincoln Park Young Professionals Caribbean Cocktail Party in Chicago
CHICAGO, Illinois, USA- With the Anegada Lobster Festival fast approaching, the British Virgin Islands Tourist Board & Film Commission (BVITBFC) is turning up the heat in Chicago, Illinois, to promote the Territory’s signature culinary celebration.
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'We will fight for additional funding' for Education- Hon Sharie B. de Castro
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI– Despite a significant investment of approximately 16 million dollars into the education system of the Virgin Islands, the Minister for Education, Youth Affairs, and Sports, Honourable Sharie B. de Castro (AL), has indicated there may be a need to request additional funding from the government.
Our names are etched in the 'history of the world'- Dariér Malone
TRELLIS BAY, Beef Island, VI- The Most Valuable Player (MVP) of the 2025 European Baseball Championships, Virgin Islander Ms Dariér Malone, has said winning the MVP award and bringing home the championship are the results of hard work.
Hon Walwyn 'publicly sought my support on several occasions'- Claude O. Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI– Pastor and social commentator Claude O. Skelton-Cline, host of the programme 'Honestly Speaking', has disclosed that Leader of the Opposition and Member for the 6th District, Hon Myron V. Walwyn, publicly sought his support on several occasions.
CoP recruitment in Police Service Commission’s hands- Governor Pruce
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The selection of a new Commissioner of Police (CoP) for the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is in the hands of the Police Service Commission (PSC), Governor Daniel Pruce has revealed.
Hon Rymer announces zero customs duty on renewable & energy efficient products
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Minister for Communications and Works Honourable Kye M. Rymer (R5) has announced that the Cabinet of the Virgin Islands has approved zero customs duty for renewable energy and energy-efficient products beginning September 1, 2025.
'Vetting process remains open & ongoing'- Governor Pruce
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Despite the High Court handing down an injunction against certain aspects of the controversial vetting process of police officers by Governor Daniel Pruce earlier this month, the governor continues to forge ahead with the initiative.
Last week to register to vote or transfer registration- Office of Supervisor of Elections
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Office of the Supervisor of Elections is reminding members of the public of the upcoming August 29, 2025, deadline to register to vote or transfer their registration to be included on the 2025 Preliminary Voters List.
Hon de Castro gives teachers a ‘tease’ of ‘reimagined’ ASPS
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Teachers attending Professional Day at Multi-Purpose Sports Complex on August 25, 2025, were left impressed on being shown a 3D architectural design of the new Althea Scatliffe Primary School (ASPS).
Hon Hodge-Smith: Comments on VI @CARIFESTA XV 'disheartening'
BRIDGETOWN, Barbados- Junior Minister for Tourism and Culture Honourable Luce D. Hodge-Smith (R4) has expressed her disappointment with the negative comments coming from Virgin Islanders about the young people's performances at CARIFESTA XV in Barbados.
Karia J. Christopher confirmed to Director of Communications' post
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Once dubbed the Oprah Winfrey of the Virgin Islands for her popular interviewing style and for her Television Talk Show, ‘Real Talk,’ Virgin Islander Karia J. Christopher has been confirmed to the Government’s post of Director of Communications.
New Eslyn Henley Richiez Learning Centre building set for Sept 8, 2025 opening
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Differently-abled students of Eslyn Henley Richiez Learning Centre in the Virgin Islands (VI) will be moving into a modern fit-for-purpose facility come September 8, 2025, the start of the new academic year.
DMV reminds of re-implementation of Derelict Vehicle Disposal Fee beginning Sept. 1
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Starting on September 1, 2025, Virgin Islanders will be required to pay a fee for the disposal of derelict vehicles as part of an initiative by the Government of the Virgin Islands through the Ministry of Health and Social Development.
Retiree Vanessa K. Garraway returns for another year as ESHS Principal
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Virgin Islander Vanessa K. Garraway, who retired as the Principal of Elmore Stoutt High School (ESHS) at the end of the last academic year, is returning to the post for another year at the helm of the largest secondary school in the territory.
VI’s Raul R. Sprauve aka ‘Jougo’ receives CARIFESTA XV Icon Award
BRIDGETOWN, Barbados – Virgin Islander and lead singer of the popular band VIBE, Raul R. Sprauve aka ‘Jougo’, has received the prestigious CARIFESTA XV Icon Award for his contributions to the arts and culture of the Caribbean.
Rikkoi A.R. Brathwaite runs sub-10 seconds in 100m for 2nd in Brazil
SAO PAULO, Brazil, SA- Virgin Islands' speed ace Rikkoi A.R. Brathwaite dipped under 10 seconds for second place in the Men's 100m at the Grande Prêmio Brasil de Atletismo in Sao Paulo on Sunday, August 24, 2025.
Olivia M. Freeman is Miss BVI Universe 2025
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- Olivia Margaret Freeman has been crowned Miss Universe British Virgin Islands 2025.
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A National Security Strategy to be developed for the VI- Premier Wheatley
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands (VI) is taking significant steps toward enhancing its safety and security with the development of a comprehensive National Security Strategy.
VI youth @first ever CARIFESTA Student Jamboree
BRIDGETOWN, Barbados- For the first time, the Caribbean Festival of the Arts (CARIFESTA) is hosting a Student Jamboree, which is running concurrently with the bigger CARIFESTA celebrations and young people from the Virgin Islands (VI) are attending.
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