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VI G'ovt & CDB launch MSME capacity-building series for entrepreneurs
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Government of the Virgin Islands, in partnership with the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB), is rolling out a three-part, expert-led training series designed to help local micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) strengthen core business skills and prepare for growth.
UPDATE: Multinational rescue saves overdue boater
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A coordinated multinational search and rescue operation in the Eastern Caribbean culminated on Thursday, August 13, 2026, with the safe recovery of an overdue boater aboard the 45-foot sailing catamaran Ocean Time, about 11 nautical miles west of Sint Maarten.
‘Electricity is the lifeblood of the economy’- Hon Skelton
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Opposition Member, Hon Ronnie W. Skelton (AL), has said the Bill amending BVI Electricity Corporation’s (BVIEC) rates will also affect some smaller businesses.
VI Women lose opening match @ECVA Championships
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands (VI) Senior Women’s Volleyball Team lost their first game against Antigua on Thursday, August 13, 2026, at the 2026 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Men and Women’s Championship currently being held at the Multi-Purpose Sports Complex in Road Town, Tortola.
Higher prices for big businesses under new BVIEC rates
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The House of Assembly has approved a motion to amend the Statutory Rates, Fees and Charges Act, 2005, paving the way for a targeted adjustment to electricity rates aimed at improving the financial sustainability of the BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC).
Adaejah T. Hodge 'not permitted to accept cash awards'- Steve Augustine
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- British Virgin Islands Athletics Association (BVIAA) President Steve Augustine has clarified that sprint sensation Adaejah T. Hodge, despite her historic Commonwealth Games 200-meter gold medal, is not eligible to receive cash awards under the Territory's current prize structure due to compliance regulations by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).
Police officer charged for allegedly pulling firearm during domestic dispute
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A Police Constable, who was interdicted from duty in May 2026 for allegedly pulling his firearm during a domestic dispute, has been formally charged by the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF).
13-year-olds were @helm when vessel grounded off Anegada in July 2025- Report
SETTING POINT, Anegada, VI- The Marine Safety Investigation and Reporting Authority (MSIRA) has published its report into the grounding of the sailing vessel Nohea Holokai near Anegada on July 6, 2025, and has flagged several safety issues.
VI Men lose to Anguilla in 1st 2026 ECVA Senior Volleyball Championship game
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands (VI) Senior Men's Volleyballers lost their opening game against Anguilla at the 2026 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Men and Women’s Championship on Wednesday, August 12, 2026.
One arrested on suspicion of murder- RVIPF
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- One individual has been arrested on suspicion of murder, the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has said.
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