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Jerry could bring strong winds when it passes VI as hurricane- DDM
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Tropical Storm Jerry is currently about 1,000 miles southeast of the Virgin Islands, moving west north-westward at 23mph, the Department of Disaster Management (DDM) informed in an update at 5:30 AM today, Wednesday, October 8, 2025.
Farmers & fishers chart new way forward with Premier's Office
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) highlighted major key initiatives aimed at strengthening the territory’s economic and environmental sustainability during a one-day planning meeting with farmers and fishers.
Leeward expands to VI with licensed operations; Gareth Thomas is Managing Director
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Leeward, a leading governance and fiduciary services firm, has announced the launch of licensed operations in the Virgin Islands (VI).
‘Issuing a firearm licence is an option of last resort’- Acting CoP
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- As business owners and other persons in society have expressed the view that business owners should be allowed to bear firearms for protection in the Virgin Islands, due to the apparent increase in gun crime, Acting Commissioner of Police Jacqueline E. Vanterpool, who is the designated licencing authority for firearm licences in the territory, has weighed in on the discussion.
Operators Without Borders back in VI assisting with pipe replacement
DIAMOND ESTATE, Tortola, VI- The Ministry of Communications and Works, with assistance from Operators Without Borders (OWB), is currently laying 5800 feet of high-density polyethylene (HDPE) main transmission pipe with a 10-inch interior diameter in Diamond Estate on Tortola.
The focus is on making trade licencing process 'far more efficient'- Dr Lincoln E. Bobb
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI - As concerns grow over the process of obtaining trade licences in the Virgin Islands, residents have been assured that efforts are being made to reduce the time it takes to receive approval for a trade licence.
Premier Wheatley justifies salary increase for HoA members
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has continued to defend the approval of salary increases for members of the House of Assembly (HoA).
TAG launches biggest October clearance with $5,000 savings & free insurance
SLANEY POINT, Tortola, VI- Tortola Auto Group (TAG), regarded as the leading automotive dealership in the Virgin Islands (VI), says it is thrilled to announce its highly anticipated October Clearance Sales Event, running from October 13 through November 1, 2025 at its Slaney Point showroom.
Hon Julian Fraser RA is the boss for 3 days!
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Honourable Julian Fraser, RA (R3), the Deputy Premier and Minister responsible for Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change, is the Acting Premier of the Virgin Islands, for three days at least.
'To get healthy food we have to buy local'- Lloyd Williams
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The Food Production Manager at the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries, Mr Lloyd Williams, has defended the high cost of locally produced food in the Virgin Islands when compared to imported food.
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