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Charter fee ‘is for all foreign vessels...USVI not specifically targeted’ - Premier
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Premier of the Virgin Islands (VI), Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), has clarified that the increase to the charter yacht fee does not specifically target United States Virgin Islands (USVI) vessels and applies to all foreign-based charters.
‘It looks like y’all think this country is for sale’- Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- In response to allegations that a certain political party has been offering persons handsome packages to run for office on its party ticket, as well as for their votes, talk show host Pastor Claude O. Skelton-Cline has advised such potential candidates to ensure they get a notarised agreement.
VI positioned ‘to compete’ in trillion-dollar global maritime market- Hon Rymer
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Minister for Communications and Works Hon Kye M. Rymer (R5) has said the Virgin Islands (VI) maritime reach is expanding beyond its shores and positioning itself to compete for a share in the trillion-dollar global maritime market.
RVIPF records 266 domestic-related offences from Jan-Aug 2026
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- In his statement to mark the observance of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Minister for Health and Social Development, Hon Vincent O. Wheatley (R9), revealed that police recorded 266 domestic-related offences in the Virgin Islands (VI) from January to August 2026.
‘We're in a very good place’ to be taken off FATF grey list- Hon Lorna G. Smith
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Junior Minister for Financial Services and Economic Development and Digital Transformation, the Hon Lorna G. Smith, OBE (AL), says the Virgin Islands is in a “very good place” as it works to leave the Financial Action Task Force’s (FATF) grey list.
Guavaberry Media fake news; VIP Congress did not ratify 3 candidates!
POCKWOOD POND, Tortola, VI- The tabloid Guavaberry Media is at it again with its normal fake news and erroneous information. In an article today, October 8, 2026, the tabloid owned and run via the Facebook platform by controversial At-Large Independent Candidate Rosemary L. Rosan, aka ‘Cindy’, claimed that the ruling Virgin Islands Party (VIP) had ratified three candidates ahead of the 2027 General elections.
Jazz Noir set to transform Eileene L. Parsons Auditorium into evening of elegance & jazz
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI – When the H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) revived its celebrated Performing Arts Series earlier this year with an electrifying performance by Latin jazz icon Tito Puente Jr., it signalled more than the return of a concert series. It marked the return of a cultural tradition that has connected Virgin Islands audiences with exceptional artistic experiences for more than two decades.
Skelton-Cline backtracks! Says Hon Walwyn 'did not meet' Hon Turnbull to join PLM
CANE GARDEN BAY, Tortola, VI- Pastor Claude O. Skelton-Cline, the host of Honestly Speaking, has withdrawn his statement that Honourable Myron V. Walwyn (R6) met with Honourable Melvin M. Turnbull (R2) to try to convince Hon Turnbull to join the People’s Leadership Movement (PLM) with him.
Roof repair work underway @Nurse Iris O’Neal Clinic on VG
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI — Repair work is now underway on the roof of the Nurse Iris O’Neal Clinic, marking an important step toward strengthening and improving the main healthcare facility on Virgin Gorda.
After 36 years, NPTVI increases park entrance fees
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The National Parks Trust of the Virgin Islands (NPTVI) has announced revisions to its park entrance and marine conservation mooring fees, with the new rates taking effect on November 1, 2026.
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