Hurricane preparedness is a partnership between people & gov't- CDEMA Executive Director
MONTEGO BAY, Jamaica- The Executive Director of the Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency(CDEMA), Ms Elizabeth Riley, has encouraged residents of the Virgin Islands (VI) to not wait on the government and actively prepare before and during the hurricane season.
Police confirm shooting incident in Purcell area
PURCELL ESTATE, Tortola, VI- The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has confirmed a shooting incident in the Purcell Estate area some time this afternoon, July 16, 2025.
Diverse group successfully complete Comprehensive Workforce Readiness Training
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- From July 1 to 4, 2025, the Department of Labour and Workforce Development successfully held an engaging and comprehensive four-day Workforce Readiness Training programme, aimed at equipping Virgin Islanders and Belongers with the skills necessary to thrive in today’s competitive job market.
37% reduction in sexual offences this year- Acting CoP Vanterpool
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands (VI) has experienced a 37 percent reduction in sexual offences so far this year.
Late Eileene L. Parsons OBE Lying in State until 5:00 PM
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The late former legislator and cultural icon Mrs Eileene L. Parsons aka ‘Mrs P’, is currently Lying in State today, July 16, 2025, and the general public can view the body from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Popular JTV reporter Cathy O. Richards found guilty of uttering forged documents
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A jury in the High Court of the Virgin Islands, on July 15, 2025, returned mixed verdicts for two Japhix Entertainment (JTV Channel 55) staff charged with uttering forged documents.
Sharon P. Flax-Brutus slammed for painting VG as being on 'the brink of collapse'
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- Following a commentary piece published in the BVI Beacon by Sharon P. Flax-Brutus on July 10, 2025, an anonymous response penned by ‘The Silent Young Majority’ was received by our newsroom.
Mark Collins began to ‘stray’ during tenure as CoP- Jacqueline E. Vanterpool
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Acting Commissioner of Police (CoP) Jacqueline E. Vanterpool said former CoP Mark Collins had lost his way during his tenure leading the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF).
VI basketball superstar D’Moi M. Hodge ties the knot
NEW YORK, USA- Virgin Islands basketball sensation D'Moi M. Hodge has celebrated a new chapter in his life, in marrying the accomplished American entrepreneur, author, and content creator Mya Matthews.
Kiddies Fiesta Parade returns next Saturday
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The annual Rotary Club of Road Town Kiddies Fiesta makes its return next weekend.
Hon Fraser slammed for supporting Act that returns powers to Governor
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI– Deputy Premier and Minister for Environment, Natural Resources, and Climate Change, Honourable Julian Fraser RA (R3) has faced significant criticism for advocating the approval of the Public Service Management Act of 2024.
Registrar General discusses VI passport & nationality issues in UK
LONDON, United Kingdom- Registrar General Mrs Tashi O’Flaherty Maduro has successfully concluded a series of strategic high-level meetings in the United Kingdom, engaging in critical discussions with representatives from the BVI London Office and the BVI Tourist Board.
RVIPF officers injured in July 5 accident ‘doing well’- ACP Jacqueline E. Vanterpool
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Acting Commissioner of Police Jacqueline E. Vanterpool has said the two officers injured in a recent vehicular accident are recovering well.
Premier Wheatley ‘has my support’- Antigua & Barbuda PM Gaston A. Browne
MONTEGO BAY, Jamaica- Prime Minister of Antigua and Barbuda Hon Gaston A. Browne has advised Virgin Islands Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) to “stay the course”.
Waste Management Director Marcus E. Solomon Out! New Director to be named!
POCKWOOD POND, Tortola, VI- Word reaching our News Centre is that the Director of Waste Management contract of Trinidad and Tobago national Mr Marcus E. Solomon will not be renewed.
Johnney I. Benjamin is 2025 recipient of Ivan Dawson Memorial Scholarship
CANE GARDEN BAY, Tortola, VI- The Ivan Dawson Memorial Scholarship Committee has announced that the 2025 recipient of the scholarship award is Mr Johnney Immanuel Benjamin, a Class Six student at the Ivan Dawson Primary School.
‘I don’t expect to get Commissioner’s post in a handbasket’- Jacqueline E. Vanterpool
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- After over a month of speculation as to whether she would reapply for the post of Commissioner of Police (CoP) in accordance with the wishes of the community, and initially stating that she was waiting for instructions from the Lord, local Acting Commissioner of Police Jacqueline E. Vanterpool has disclosed she has reapplied.
VG & JvD named among Best Islands in Caribbean by Travel + Leisure Magazine
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- Virgin Gorda and Jost van Dyke have recently been recognised as among the Best Islands in the Caribbean by Travel + Leisure Magazine.
Order in Council ‘should be removed’- TCI Deputy Premier Jamell R. Robinson
MONTEGO BAY, Jamaica- The Deputy Premier of Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI), Hon Jamell R. Robinson, has opined that it is time the United Kingdom-imposed Order in Council in the Virgin Islands (VI) be lifted.
PHSU opening campus in VI is a 'bold step'- Hon Sharie B. de Castro
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- Minister for Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, Hon Sharie B. de Castro (AL), has called the decision of Ponce Health Sciences University (PSHU) to open a campus in the Virgin Islands (VI), the first of its kind in the territory, as a “bold step”.
2 vehicles reportedly stolen hours apart on Tortola
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Police are said to be investigating the theft of two vehicles on Tortola, which occurred separately last night and this morning, respectively.
Premier Wheatley to travel to UK today to meet OTs Minister
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Virgin Islands Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) will travel to the United Kingdom today, July 13, 2025, to attend official meetings with the Minister for the Overseas Territories, the Honourable Stephen J. Doughty, and other UK Government officials.
Celtics, Heats & Wolves win championships @ SVA Day 2025
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Basketball teams Celtics, Heats and Wolves won championships in their respective categories at the Sports Vision Academy’s SVA Day 2025 at the Multi-Purpose Sports Complex on Saturday, July 12, 2025.
Gov't fires contractor for NEOC building
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has announced the government’s intention to award a new contract for the construction of the National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC) in McNamara, Tortola.
‘It would be just’ for Order in Council to now be lifted- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) is optimistic that the Virgin Islands (VI) has done everything that was asked in the Commission of Inquiry Framework Agreement and that the controversial Order in Council that threatens to suspend the VI’s constitution should be lifted by the United Kingdom (UK).
Change in designation for the RDA coming- Hon Julian Fraser
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- Deputy Premier and Minister for Environment, Natural Resources, and Climate Change, Honourable Julian Fraser RA (R3), has indicated that there will be a change in designation for the Recovery and Development Agency (RDA).
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Hon Vincent O. Wheatley hails PHSU’s inaugural VI Class as trailblazers for future students
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- Minister for Health and Social Development Hon Vincent O. Wheatley (R9) has told the inaugural class of Ponce Health Sciences University (PHSU) in the Virgin Islands (VI) that they are laying the foundation for future students.
USVI: St. Croix man facing ammo import $ stolen vehicle charges in addition to shooting incident
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CHRISTIANSTED, St. Croix, USVI- Following an initial press release from the V.I. Police Department on the arrest of Marcos Gilbert Jr. in connection with 52 shots fired in the John F. Kennedy housing community, further details of the incident have emerged via court documents that suggest broader implications — including possible ammunition importation and the theft of a vehicle belonging to his family.
VI Icon Awards memorabilia supplier accused of misappropriating funds
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The 2025 Virgin Islands Icon Awards (VIcons) recently faced controversy due to allegations against a supplier contracted for the event.
Creative Waves calls for artists' submissions for artwork at T.B. Lettsome Int’l Airport
TRELLIS BAY, Beef Island, VI- Creative Waves has teamed up with the BVI Airports Authority (BVIAA) for the painting of a mural at the Terrence B. Lettsome International Airport.
Lisa Ann Violet’s resignation as VIDIC CEO had 'nothing to do with Bank of Asia'- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has said the resignation of the former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Virgin Islands Deposit Insurance Cooperation (VIDIC), Mrs Lisa Ann Violet, was not linked to the Bank of Asia (BVI) Limited’s issue.
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VI not signing on to ‘free movement’ for nationals of CARICOM states- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands will not be signing on to the initiative of free movement for nationals of CARICOM member states, Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has stated.
Body of slain firefighter Eric A. Albert given water salute before flight to DR
TRELLIS BAY, Beef Island, VI- Slain firefighter Eric Alezis Albert, who was fatally shot at Greenland on June 20, 2025, was given a water salute at Terrence B. Lettsome International Airport on Beef Island before the body was taken to Dominican Republic, the home country of the late Albert, on July 9, 2025.
BVIEC linemen being trained to do maintenance without turning off power
LONG BUSH, Tortola, VI- A 12-week Live-Line Training Workshop for linemen is nearing a close as the BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) aims to reduce power outages when conducting maintenance on the grid.
1st cohort of PHSU medical students in VI receive their white coats
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- Two Virgin Islanders are part of the inaugural cohort of medical students for the Ponce Health Sciences University (PHSU) here in the Virgin Islands (VI).
Gov’t engages public on removal of derelict vessels from SCB Harbour
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI– As the Government of the Virgin Islands forges ahead with the long-awaited removal of derelict vessels from the Sea Cows Bay Harbour, residents of the Third District and the wider public were given an opportunity to share their opinions and concerns, as well as get a better understanding of the project, at Valerie O. Thomas Community Centre in Sea Cows Bay on Thursday, July 10, 2025.
Non-Belongers now eligible for assistance under amended Public Assistance Act
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Several categories for eligibility have been added under the Public Assistance Act, enabling more people in the Virgin Islands (VI) to benefit.
CDB 'looks forward to supporting development plans of BVIEC'- CDB Division Chief
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- "The Caribbean Development Bank looks forward to supporting the development plans of the BVIEC as it leads the transition of the energy sector to catalyse the sustainable development of the territory and improve lives and livelihoods of the population by reducing the cost of energy and improving the reliability and resilience of energy services."
UN’s C-24 draft resolution calls for VI’s full decolonisation
WASHINGTON, DC, USA- A draft resolution calling for the full decolonisation of the Virgin Islands (VI) has been adopted by the United Nations (UN) Special Committee on Decolonisation (C-24).
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