Team VI @2026 FIRST Global Robotics Challenge in South Korea
INCHEON, South Korea — Team VI has arrived in South Korea as the Virgin Islands’ young innovators prepare to represent the Territory at the 2026 FIRST Global Challenge, one of the world’s largest international robotics competitions for teenagers.
Massive spotted eagle ray sculpture placed beneath waters off Scrub Island
SCRUB ISLAND, VI- A massive spotted eagle ray sculpture now rests beneath the waters off Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina in the Virgin Islands.
Reba Evans is first-ever BVI Ports Authority Ambassador
PORT PURCELL, Tortola, VI- The British Virgin Islands Ports Authority (BVIPA) has concluded a significant week of activities marking its 35th Anniversary, highlighted by the inaugural PortVision Conference 2026 and its 35th Anniversary Gala on Saturday, October 2026, when Ms Reba Evans was announced as the first-ever BVI Ports Authority Ambassador.
BVI Finance in Singapore for TOKEN2049
BAYFRONT AVENUE, Singapore- Representatives of BVI Finance are in Singapore this week for TOKEN2049.
'I will be contesting upcoming elections with God’s help'- Hon Lorna G. Smith OBE
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Junior Minister for Financial Services and Economic Development and Digital Transformation, the Hon Lorna G. Smith, OBE (AL), has confirmed that she will be contesting the upcoming general elections in the Virgin Islands, while reaffirming her continued support for the current Virgin Islands Party (VIP) administration.
'Voters being offered refrigerators, stoves, washers & dryers'- John I. Cline
CANE GARDEN BAY, Tortola, VI- Bishop John I. Cline took to Facebook on Sunday, October 4, 2026, to clear up questions the public may have about the National Democratic Party (NDP), but he may have done more damage than good, leaving many more questions than he sought to answer.
BVI Airports Authority to host biennial simulation exercises at Virgin Gorda & Anegada Airports
SPANISH TOWN, Virgin Gorda, VI- The public is notified that the BVI Airports Authority (the Authority) will be hosting its biennial emergency simulation exercises at the Auguste George International Airport (Anegada), and the Virgin Gorda International Airport (Virgin Gorda) between the period of October 7 and Thursday, November 17, 2026.
PLM warns public about fake campaign post
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI — The People’s Leadership Movement (PLM) has issued an urgent warning to voters after a fabricated social media post began circulating online, falsely presenting a “Jason Thompson” as a PLM candidate for Territorial At-Large Representative.
PLM offering candidates handsome packages? Juan R. Hatchett to run!
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- If you want financial security when you lose in the next general election, it is said the People’s Leadership Movement (PLM) is the best place to go. It is alleged that its leader, Mark H. Vanterpool, is offering financial security packages for prospective candidates before and after the election.
TCI hand VI 4th straight CONCACAF Nations League shutout
PROVIDENCIALES, Turks & Caicos Islands- The Virgin Islands suffered their fourth consecutive shutout in the CONCACAF Nations League after Turks and Caicos Islands recorded a 3-0 victory at the TCIFA National Stadium in Providenciales on Sunday, October 4, 2026.
USVI: Suspect in J’Niya Rambaran murder arrested @St Thomas airport
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St Thomas, USVI — A 21-year-old man accused in the killing of J’Niya Rambaran was arrested Saturday, October 3, 2026, at Cyril E. King Airport as he prepared to board a flight to the US mainland, according to the [US] VI Police Department.
Sandra Phillip-Hodge calls for ‘revolution’ in historical preservation
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Independent At-Large candidate Sandra Phillip-Hodge is urging Virgin Islanders to embrace a “revolution” in attitudes toward historical preservation, warning that irreplaceable heritage sites are being lost to short-sighted development.
‘We will not stop until all people enjoy basic necessities’- Julian Willock
HANNAH HILL, Tortola, VI- Former Speaker of the House of Assembly and District 3 Representative aspirant, Mr Julian Willock has publicly thanked the government for the refurbishment of the Hannah Hill Reservoir.
VI residents gain valuable knowledge on local bush & medicinal plants
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Approximately 40 residents from across the Virgin Islands deepened their understanding of local bush and medicinal plants during a recent cultural education workshop hosted by the Department of Culture, strengthening efforts to preserve traditional knowledge and promote healthier living through natural practices.
UVI student worker sues after campus attack
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St Thomas, USVI — A University of the Virgin Islands (UVI) student worker who says he waited nearly two hours for campus security before being violently attacked by two assailants has sued the university, accusing UVI of maintaining inadequate security and failing to protect people on its St Thomas campus.
2nd Annual D. Abednego Cup wraps up today
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The 2nd Annual David Abednego Cup wraps up today Sunday, October 4, 2026, at the Multi-Purpose Sports Complex.
Bids for construction of Immigration Detention Centre extended to October 16
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The deadline for submission of bids for the construction of the Immigration Detention Centre has been extended to October 16, 2026. The original submission deadline was October 5, 2026.
R. Dancia Penn OBE chairs Cabinet meeting for 1st time
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Although she had served as Acting Governor before, it was the first time on September 30, 2026, that former legislator R. Dancia Penn-Sallah, OBE, KC, chaired the meeting of the Cabinet of the Virgin Islands.
Premier Wheatley recommissioned MV Vigilant
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley recommissioned the MV Vigilant to His Majesty’s Customs fleet.
HLSCC signs MOU with UCL's Institute of Education
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI —The H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) has entered into a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with University College London's Institute of Education (UCL IOE), one of the world's leading institutions for education and higher learning.
'I'm a supporter of Anegada having a very nice & better airport'- Mark H. Vanterpool
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- People’s Leadership Movement (PLM) leader Mark H. Vanterpool said he personally supports the idea of Anegada having a “very nice and better airport,” but remains unconvinced by proposals that would route most visitors through the northern island before transferring them to Tortola and the rest of the territory.
Rafael de Rosario is 1st James Harris Accounting Scholarship recipient
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Rotary Club of Central Tortola awarded the first James Harris Accounting Scholarship to Rafael de Rosario.
Cause of VG dump fire 'not yet determined'- Hon Vincent O. Wheatley
SPANISH TOWN, Virgin Gorda, VI- The cause of the fire at the Virgin Gorda dumpsite has not yet been determined, District Nine Representative and Minister for Health and Social Services, Hon Vincent O. Wheatley, has disclosed.
Jahnai L. Caul blasts Hon Turnbull’s ‘bathing in the sea’ claim
GREAT HARBOUR, Jost van Dyke, VI— Community advocate and farmer Jahnai L. Caul is calling on Second District Representative Honourable Melvin M. Turnbull to explain precisely what he meant when he told the House of Assembly (HoA) that residents of Jost van Dyke had turned to the sea to bathe because of water shortages.
BVITB shortlisted for Aspire Luxury Travel Club’s Tourist Board of the Year
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI — The British Virgin Islands Tourist Board (BVITB) has been shortlisted for the prestigious Aspire Luxury Travel Club's Tourist Board of the Year 2026, marking another milestone in the Territory’s growing reputation as a premier luxury travel destination.
USVI Homicide toll @39 after 21-year-old woman shot on St Thomas
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St Thomas, USVI- A 21-year-old woman was shot and killed early Monday, September 28, 2026, on Veterans Drive in St Thomas, the Consortium has learned, with the death subsequently confirmed by [US] VI Police Department Director of Communications Glen Dratte. The killing raised the territory’s 2026 homicide count to 39: 17 on St Thomas and 22 on St Croix.
Cabinet approves $2.5M for fuel subsidies to continue towards end of 2026
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Cabinet of the Virgin Islands has approved an additional $2.5 million for fuel subsidies for the BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC), as the Virgin Islands (VI) continues to grapple with high electricity costs.
Premier eyes new VI constitution on Privy Council’s agenda in early 2027
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), has said one of his goals is to have the new Constitution of the Virgin Islands (VI) on the agenda of the United Kingdom’s (UK) Privy Council in early 2027.
284 Media suspends news service
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- 284 Media had announced the suspension of its news service effective Wednesday, September 30, 2026.
Jamaica Gleaner's report on VI water shortages 'very unfortunate'- Hon Rymer
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Minister for Communications and Works, Hon Kye M. Rymer (R5), has responded to a Jamaica Gleaner report highlighting the hardships faced by some Virgin Islands residents during prolonged water shortages, including reports that residents were bathing in the sea, stating that it’s a “very unfortunate situation.”
30 ‘qualified archers’ in 2nd Annual David Abednego Cup this weekend
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Archers from Puerto Rico, Trinidad & Tobago and the United States Virgin Islands (USVI) will be competing alongside archers from the Virgin Islands (VI) at the 2nd Annual David Abednego Cup from Saturday, October 3, to Sunday, October 4, 2026, at the Multi-Purpose Sports Complex.
Crystle D. Stewart brings ‘Beauty in Black' to Summer Sizzle BVI 2026
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI— Actress and Beauty in Black star Crystle D. Stewart brought Hollywood glamour to the Virgin Islands as Celebrity Host of the 16th Annual Summer Sizzle BVI, the Caribbean’s premier fashion and lifestyle destination experience.
Vanterpool vows not to resign if elected but PLM fails to form Gov't
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Former District Four representative Mark H. Vanterpool has claimed he will not repeat his decision to resign from elected office if he returns to Parliament, even if the People Leadership Movement (PLM) is not successful in forming the next government.
‘There’s really no need for us to escalate the issue’- Premier Wheatley to Gov Byran
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) confirmed that he has responded in writing to the United States Virgin Islands (USVI) Governor Albert A. Bryan Jr., following his demand for the convening of an emergency Inter-Virgin Islands Council (IVIC) meeting in Washington, DC, during the week of October 12, as the issues surrounding the increase in charter yacht fees continue.
‘We are making room for a modern, state-of-the-art facility’ @ASPS- Hon de Castro
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Minister for Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, Hon Sharie B. de Castro (AL), has reaffirmed her ministry and the government’s commitment to completing a new Althea Scatliffe Primary School (ASPS).
Water leak interrupts potable water supply on JvD
GREAT HARBOUR, Jost van Dyke, VI– The Minister for Communications and Works, Honourable Kye M. Rymer (R5), has responded to growing resident concerns about access to potable water on Jost van Dyke, insisting that water production on the island did not cause the disruption.
VI records strongest H1 company incorporations since 2021
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- BVI Finance has reported that the Virgin Islands (VI) has recorded its strongest first half of the year for company incorporations since 2021, with 14,977 new incorporations according to the latest Quarterly Statistical Bulletin published by the BVI Financial Services Commission (FSC).
‘Solve this locally’- Skelton-Cline on VI-USVI charter yacht row
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Social commentator and talk show host Pastor Claude O. Skelton-Cline is urging the governments of the United States Virgin Islands (USVI) and the Virgin Islands (VI) to de-escalate the charter yacht fee issue, suggesting compromise and possibly a phased approach to the fees.
Fire destroys 2 vessels @Baughers Bay
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Two vessels were destroyed in an early morning fire at Omar Hodge Fisherman's Wharf in Baughers Bay today, Wednesday, September 30, 2026.
Armed masked men rob store in Purcell- Police
PURCELL ESTATE, Tortola, VI- The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is investigating an armed robbery that took place at a well-known business along the Blackburn Highway in the Purcell area on Friday, September 25, 2026.
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