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50 kilos of cocaine seized; Eduard Ramirez charged
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has charged a man following the seizure of approximately 50 kilograms of suspected cocaine during a proactive operation in Long Bush, Tortola.
Bruce Foxe slapped with 10 charges following firearm possession
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has arrested and charged Bruce Foxe, 35, of Long Bush with multiple offences following the recovery of a firearm at a nightclub in Long Bush on Monday, October 5, 2026.
‘Jovita Mercer-Scatliffe can take the 6th’- Claude O. Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Social Commentator and Host of Honestly Speaking, Pastor Claude O. Skelton-Cline, has said retired civil servant Mrs Jovita Mercer-Scatliffe can win District Six in a general election with the right party.
BVIFA names squad for FIFA U15 World Cup & Festival 2026 in Azerbaijan
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The BVI Football Association (BVIFA) has announced the Virgin Islands U15 National Squad selected to represent the Territory at the FIFA U15 World Cup & Festival 2026 in Azerbaijan.
‘Move this legislation forward’- Hon Mather on sex offender registry
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Hon Stacy R. Mather (AL) has said the House of Assembly (HoA) needs to move ahead with legislation that provides for the establishment of a sex offender registry as a means of further protecting the young people of the Virgin Islands (VI).
More than 30 vendors @World Food Day Market & Food Fair today
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- More than 30 vendors, including farmers, fishers, agro-processors, schools, and local food and juice providers, are expected to participate in the 2026 World Food Day Market and Food Fair today, Friday, October 16, 2026.
Prison service officers begin vetting process
BALSAM GHUT, Tortola, VI- Officers of His Majesty’s Prison Service have received vetting application papers, marking the next phase in the Virgin Islands’ effort to strengthen accountability across key law-enforcement and border-security agencies.
Depleted chlorine levels cause water interruption in WE & Carrot Bay
WEST END, Tortola, VI - The Water and Sewerage Department (W&SD) is notifying the public of an interruption in water service between West End and Carrot Bay.
Vehicle & boat owners given final removal notice in Parham Town
PARHAM TOWN, Tortola, VI- Owners of vehicles and vessels located on the site adjacent to Alphonso Gas Station in Parham Town have been given final notice for removal.
USVI inflation outpaces US rate; Food prices up 6.8%, Transportation 16.2%
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTT AMALIE, St Thomas, USVI- A hefty import bill, inflation, and an exorbitant cost of living are among the pressing challenges burdening both the average Virgin Islanders and the Territory’s economy. While recovery projects and other opportunities for revenue collection could prove beneficial, it’s a longer-term measure that won’t result in immediate relief for everyday citizens.
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