News
Power restored Territory-wide within 12hrs- BVIEC
LONG BUSH, Tortola, VI- The BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) announced that the full restoration of electricity across the entire Virgin Islands (VI) was achieved on the evening of Monday, August 18, 2025.
Last minute gut clearing was a strategic decision- Hon Kye M. Rymer
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Co-host of Talking Points, Mr Damion C. Grange put the Ministry of Communications and Works and Hon Kye M. Rymer (R5) on the spot, calling the last minute clearing of guts in the Territory a responsive action and not proactive, however, Hon Rymer explained that was not the case this time.
'I'm guilty as charged' for investing in youth- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Stating that he believes in the Arts and all those involved in it, Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has defended himself against accusations from the Opposition Leader that he is spending on "indulgences".
Complaints over power outages despite recent maintenance; BVIEC explains
LONG BUSH, Tortola, VI- An engineer with the BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) sought to explain why the Territory experienced extensive power outages on the weekend, even though the electricity company conducted maintenance recently.
Scrub Island Resort appoints renowned holistic wellness expert as new Spa Manager
SCRUB ISLAND, VI – Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina, regarded as the exclusive luxury retreat in the Virgin Islands, has appointed internationally respected wellness professional Dr Arun Kumar as Spa Manager of its signature Ixora Spa.
Inconvenient facts on the road to freedom
Alred C. Frett
Ticketed & Fined Until The End Of Time:
Often, we are asked why bother to bother when we don’t need to bother; especially when Seeds of Wisdom appear to fall on barren soil... At such times, we should remember that the Fruits used to feed the starving were planted by others long ago, without any idea that they would be saving lives, and, just as the Bird may carry seeds to distant lands, some things we do will benefit others more than ourselves.
VI ‘gearing up’ for Anegada Lobster Festival 2025
SETTING POINT, Anegada, VI– The Virgin Islands is once again preparing to welcome food lovers, adventure seekers, and cultural explorers to the highly anticipated Anegada Lobster Festival 2025.
RDA receives tenders for removal of derelict vessels from SCB Harbour
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI– The Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) has announced that it has received tenders for the task of removing derelict vessels from the Sea Cows Bay Harbour.
Mandatory training for proprietors & staff of water processing & distribution systems
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- All water processing and distributing companies operating in the Territory will have to attend a mandatory training session.
Valley Heights Commercial Plaza brings enhanced shopping experience to VG
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- The shopping experience in Virgin Gorda is receiving a major boost with the completion of the Valley Heights Commercial Plaza in the Valley.

