Statement by Premier Wheatley on the passing of former USVI Governor Charles W. Turnbull
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Today [yesterday] I was saddened to learn of the passing of former Governor of the United States Virgin Islands (USVI) Charles W. Turnbull.
HMP inmate Jose Almestica reportedly stabbed
BALSAM GHUT, Tortola, VI- Word just reaching our newsroom is that inmate at Her Majesty's Prison in Balsam Ghut Jose Almestica has been rushed to Dr D. Orlando Smith Hospital with stab wounds.
Former USVI Governor & VI Belonger Charles W. Turnbull has died
MARYLAND, USA- Information just reaching our newsroom is that former Governor of the US Virgin Islands (USVI) Dr Charles Wesley Turnbull died this morning, Sunday, July 3, 2022.
McMaster 3rd in Stockholm Diamond League
STOCKHOLM, Sweden- Commonwealth Games champion and former Diamond League winner Kyron A. McMaster ran a Season’s Best, but it was only good enough for third place at the Stockholm Diamond League on July 2, 2022.
‘COI Report Implementation Unit’ to be up & running by July 15, 2022 – Premier
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Virgin Islands Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) says his government will be setting up a new unit to support the work of local Government ministries in implementing the CoI recommendations.
Whales trapped on reef in Anegada; Over 40 reportedly died, others injured
East End, Anegada, VI – Information coming into Virgin Islands News Online (VINO) is that a large number of whales trapped on a reef at the Eastern End of Anegada have reportedly died, with several others injured.
Bernadine A. Louis was Governor’s final nominee with wholehearted support!
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Word reaching our news centre from senior sources within the coalition Government of Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr. the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) is that indigenous Virgin Islander, Ms Bernadine A. Louis was the final of Governor John J. Rankin’s three nominees to the Constitutional Review Committee (CRC).
Police in Paradise team had ‘some consultations’ with Tourist Board– Governor
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Reiterating that the contents and packaging of the now controversial ‘Police in Paradise’ leaked video was inappropriate and should not have entered the public domain, Governor John J. Rankin, CMG has disclosed that the video producers had some consultations with the BVI Tourism Board according to his knowledge.
Cloudy conditions & occasional showers in VI today, Sat July 2, 2022 – DDM
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – The Virgin Islands Department of Disaster Management (DDM), is forecasting that moisture and instability in association with the passage of a tropical wave, will continue to maintain cloudy conditions with occasional showers across the VI today, July 2, 2022.
2 controversial nominees to CRC advanced by Governor
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – The Government of the Virgin Islands (VI) and Governor John J. Rankin, CMG were reportedly at odds over two Governor nominees to the Constitutional Review Commission (CRC).
16 approved by Cabinet as Constitutional Review Commission Members
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has announced 16 names who have been approved by Cabinet as Members of the Constitutional Review Commission (CRC).
Crypto hedge fund based in VI ordered by court to liquidate
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- Three Arrows Capital Limited, recently relocated from Singapore to the [British] Virgin Islands, was recently ordered by the Commercial Division of the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court to liquidate, after creditors sued the cryptocurrency hedge fund for failure to repay its debts.
Trio protests ‘UK overstepping authority’ in VI
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Convinced that the Governor has been overstepping his authority and that there is a transfer of power to the United Kingdom (UK) despite the local constitution not being suspended, three Virgin Islanders decided to protest outside of the RJT Edifice ahead of a press conference this morning, July 1, 2022.
‘Illegal fishing is a problem’ in VI- Hon Turnbull tells UN Conference
LISBON, Portugal- Minister for Natural Resources and Labour Hon Melvin M. Turnbull (R2) has told the United Nations Ocean Conference in Lisbon, Portugal that illegal fishing in the Virgin Islands (VI) is a problem that must be tackled.
The silent majority
Dickson C. Igwe
The term "the silent majority’’ is much used by politicians who attempt to identify where the mass of voters and residents sit on any matter
Register of Interests Act 2022 should get public involvement– Hon Vanterpool
DUFF’S BOTTOM, Tortola, VI- While debating the Register of Interests Act, 2022, during today’s June 30, 2022, Fourth Sitting of the Fourth Session of the Fourth House of Assembly, Fourth District Representative, Hon Mark H. Vanterpool argued that the bill is in need of more legal advice in addition to public involvement.
Hon Fahie gives Notice of Absence to HoA
DUFF’S BOTTOM, Tortola, VI- Ex-Premier Hon Andrew A. Fahie (R1) has given his Notice of Absence to the Fourth Sitting of the Fourth Session of the Fourth House of Assembly of the Virgin Islands, which started today, June 30, 2022, at Save the Seed Energy Centre in Duff’s Bottom, Tortola.
Man charged for Disorderly Conduct in a Police Station
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A man has been arrested and charged for, among other things, Disorderly Conduct in a Police Station.
Was Hon Andrew A. Fahie 'correctly' removed as Premier? Dr Pickering not sure!
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI – Former Deputy Premier, Dr Kedrick D. Pickering, who was a member of the 2007 Constitution Review Commission, says he does not fully understand how ex-Premier, Hon Andrew A. Fahie (R1) was removed from office, which brings into questions whether the correct procedure was followed according to the latest version of the Virgin Islands (VI) constitution.
Register of Interests Act 2022’ lone bill on HoA Order Paper today
DUFF’S BOTTOM, Tortola, VI- The Fourth Sitting of the Fourth Session of the Fourth House of Assembly of the Virgin Islands will begin today, June 30, 2022, at Save the Seed Energy Centre in Duff’s Bottom, Tortola.
Darel Christopher & Philippe Leroy share spoils @ National Cycling C/Ships
WEST END, Tortola, VI- France-based cyclist Darel Christopher Jr and the veteran Phillipe Leroy both enjoyed victories at the National Cycling Championships last weekend at West End, Tortola.
Police presents laptop to Ebenezer Thomas Primary top student
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Commissioner of Police Mark Collins presented a brand new laptop to Ebenezer Thomas Primary’s Top Student for the 2022 Jehu Adams on behalf of the Police Welfare Association.
Police in Paradise video 'is tip of iceberg' of what UK can do to VI- Bishop Cline
FAT HOGS BAY, Tortola, VI– Outspoken clergyman Mr John I. Cline has called on Virgin Islanders to unite against the ‘Police in Paradise’ video that he says seeks to damage the territory's reputation on the international stage.
Governor fully agrees ‘Police in Paradise’ video ‘inappropriate’- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- ‘Police in Paradise’, the controversial and graphic video created by ITV, a British media company contracted by the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) and leaked to the Virgin Islands public, is highly damaging to the Virgin Islands’ image as a tourist destination, Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has stated.
Sargassum seaweed being cleared from mangroves around Slaney Point
SLANEY POINT, Tortola, VI- The public is being notified that remedial works are currently being done in the vicinity of Slaney Point to clear Sargassum seaweed in the Mangrove Cay.
‘I take my blame for whatever I was responsible for’- Dr Pickering
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI – Medical doctor and former Deputy Premier in the Virgin Islands, Dr Kedrick D. Pickering said Virgin Islanders must not only blame elected politicians but also blame themselves for the situation the territory has found itself in.
Windy conditions with possible gusts of 35 mph affecting VI- DDM
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Department of Disaster Management (DDM) says windy conditions across the Leeward Islands and [British] Virgin Islands will continue to support brief cloudy spells and showers, as well as maintain hazardous sea conditions.
Top Cop, Governor ‘got to go’ over Police in Paradise video–Cindy Rosan
FAT HOGS BAY, Tortola, VI - Outspoken talk show host, Rosemary Cindy Rosan has called for both the local Governor, John J. Rankin, CMG and Police Commissioner, Mark Collins to resign over an ITV video clip entitled "Police in Paradise', which paints the territory as a drug haven and overrun by crime.
4 motorbikes over 1000cc seized; No arrests made- RVIPF
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI– The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has said it seized four motorbikes well over the legal size limit allowed in the Territory.
YEP to hold 8-week pop-up summer programme starting July 5, 2022
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – With support from the Rotary Club of Tortola and other donors, the Youth Empowerment Project (YEP) will hold an 8-week summer program beginning July 5 for 150 children at the Road Town Multipurpose Complex.
When reading is fundamental & seeing is believing
Alred C. Frett
In a Quest to Return to the Badness of the Good Old Days:
Seems like the whole world is falling apart – Not just our Premier chasing bones in the brook but a constant beat of conflict and confusion… Russia vs Ukraine, UK vs EU, America vs America and Everywhere against Anywhere… Even Hell and Heaven claim Domestic Violence as Rain pours and Sun shines… They took us out of Africa and since we are not going back, Africa’s Sahara is coming to us – dust by dust and grain by grain.
BVICC invites general public to midday prayer & unity service
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The BVI Christian Council (BVICC) would like to invite the general public to our 3rd Midday Prayer Service tomorrow, Wednesday 29th June 2022 from 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. at the Cane Garden Bay Baptist Church.
Glenford V. Malone appointed Deputy Managing Director of Regulation @ BVIFSC
PASEA ESTATE, Tortola, VI- The British Virgin Islands Financial Services Commission (BVIFSC) has announced the appointment of local Mr Glenford V. Malone as Deputy Managing Director, Regulation with effect from January 1, 2022.
Director of Customer Service post being introduced into public service
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- With calls continuing for improved customer service in Government, now comes news that the post of Director of Customer Service is being introduced to enhance the Customer Service Care Centre in the Public Service.
Honourable Melvin M. Turnbull attends UN Ocean Conference in Portugal
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Minister for Natural Resources and Labour Honourable Melvin M. Turnbull (R2) is in Lisbon, Portugal attending the United Nations (UN) Ocean Conference from June 27 to July 1, 2022.
Bill honouring Miya Marcano signed into law in Florida
ORLANDO, Florida, USA- Florida Governor Ron D. DeSantis signed a bill into law on Monday, June 27, 2022, aimed at increasing physical safety for renters that was named after 19-year-old Miya Marcano was believed to have been killed by a maintenance worker at her apartment complex.
Kelvin Thomas the 1st person charged in ESHS Wall Project probe
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI– The Royal Virgin Islands Police (RVIPF) has disclosed that one person has been charged as the criminal investigation into the Elmore Stoutt High School (ESHS) Perimeter Wall Project continues.
Graphic police video casts VI as plagued by crime, drugs; CoP says video ‘incomplete’
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A 5-minute disturbing video clip entitled ‘Police in Paradise’ has been drawing criticisms from the public for portraying the [British] Virgin Islands, a place where crime is still low and people live in relative safety compared to many countries, as plagued by crime, including drugs and violence.
Gov't begins transition of public grants to Social Development Dept
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI– Minister for Health and Social Development Hon Marlon A. Penn (R8) has announced a new transitional period for the deliverance of public assistance grants in keeping with prescribed reforms coming out of the Commission of Inquiry (CoI) recommendations.
2 systems with development potential heading toward Caribbean Islands
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Two systems forming in the Atlantic Ocean with continued development potential are traveling to toward the Caribbean islands — the first toward the southern Windward Islands and the second facing the Leeward Islands, according to data and projections from the National Hurricane Center.
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