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Lions International District 60B Governor Hyacinth Jeremiah visits VI clubs
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Lions Club of the Virgin Islands received an official visit from Lions International District 60B Governor, Hyacinth Jeremiah, MJF, from October 24 to 26, 2026.
‘No journey is so urgent to compromise safety’- Hon Kye M. Rymer
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- As the new tourist season begins, Minister for Communications and Works Hon Kye M. Rymer (R5) has urged public transport operators to exercise patience, drive with caution, obey the rules of the road, and always place the safety and comfort of passengers first.
VI-born Milton E. Potter elected USVI's Lieutenant Governor
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St Thomas, USVI- Tortola-born Milton E. Potter is set to become the next Lieutenant Governor of the US Virgin Islands (USVI) after winning the election alongside Governor-elect Stacey E. Plaskett, adding a notable Virgin Islands (VI) connection to the incoming administration.
Derelict vessels from SCB Harbour being prepared for final disposal- RDA
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI— With 33 derelict vessels removed from Sea Cows Bay Harbour, the Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) says the next stage of the Derelict Vessels Removal and Disposal Project is now focused on the responsible handling of the recovered materials on land.
‘NHI should play greater role in preventative maintenance’- Hon Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Minister for Health and Social Development, Hon Vincent O. Wheatley (R9), has said National Health Insurance (NHI) should do more for clients when it comes to preventative care.
'Bureaucracy' necessary, but better systems needed to prevent delays- D4 Rep
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Junior Minister for Culture and Tourism, the Honourable Luce Hodge-Smith (R4), has said that while bureaucracy is necessary for delivering major public projects, inefficient systems and processes can create avoidable delays.
Barbados praised for HIV progress
NATION NEWS
The World Health Organisation (WHO) Friday congratulated Barbados for eliminating the transmission of HIV from mother to child. It marks a major public health milestone resulting from years of sustained efforts to ensure babies are born free of HIV.
VI prepares for 2026/2027 Cruise Season with Cruise 101 Service Excellence Training
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- As the British Virgin Islands (BVI) prepares to welcome cruise visitors for the 2026/2027 Cruise Season, the BVI Tourist Board & Film Commission (BVITBFC) is inviting hospitality professionals, taxi drivers and other tourism industry stakeholders to participate in a free Service Excellence Training session designed to strengthen service delivery and enhance the visitor experience.
Democratic Party wins US Senate in 2026 midterm elections
AL JAZEERA
The Democratic Party has regained control of the upper chamber of the United States Congress in the 2026 midterm elections, according to projections from The Associated Press news agency.
Call made for urgent inspection of Beef Island Bridge
BEFF ISLAND, VI— Residents are calling on the Government of the Virgin Islands to urgently inspect and repair the underside of the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge, commonly known as the Beef Island Bridge, after reports that concrete from its underbelly is chipping off.
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