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Cocaine-laden vessel was chased into VI waters; 4 DR men charged- Acting CoP
OIL NUT BAY, Virgin Gorda, VI- The cocaine-laden vessel that crashed into rocks at Oil Nut Bay on Virgin Gorda on June 17, 2025, had ended up in Virgin Islands waters after being chased by law enforcement authorities while in St Martin waters.
Gov’t declares water a ‘National Critical Priority’; Initial $8M to be allocated
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Government of the Virgin Islands, with Cabinet’s approval, has declared water a ‘National Critical Priority and will pump an initial eight million dollars towards immediate upgrades to the system.
RVIPF ‘always willing to sweep its own house’- Acting Deputy Commissioner Davis
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI— In the wake of a recent high-profile murder in the Territory, Acting Deputy Commissioner of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) Kendrick Davis has categorically denied any current evidence of internal compromise within law enforcement agencies.
'I invite every single one of them' to join Gov't- Premier Wheatley to Opposition
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—In an already politically charged atmosphere in the Territory, Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has openly invited each of the members of His Majesty's Loyal Opposition to cross the floor and join his administration.
Security cameras to be installed @ schools due to frequent break-ins- Education Minister
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Following an increase in break-ins at public schools, the Ministry of Education is moving to install security cameras at public schools across the territory.
‘I don’t really see Donald Trump as a role model of mine’- VI Premier
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI— The newly inaugurated President of the United States of America (USA), Donald J. Trump, is no ‘role model’ for Premier and Minister for Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7); however, he wishes to see the US maintain a strong economy as that would bode well for Virgin Islands tourism and financial services.
Rushing of legislation ‘is wrong & should not be continued'- Hon Walwyn
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—Sixth District Representative and Opposition Member Honourable Myron V. Walwyn has called on the Virgin Islands community to unequivocally reject criminal activities while simultaneously emphasising the importance of preserving fundamental rights and liberties.
Opposition vows to reintroduce Vote of No-Confidence Motion
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI— A No Confidence Motion will be brought again against the Virgin Islands Party's incumbent administration, according to Second District Representative Honourable Melvin M. Turnbull.
Fast life, fast demise; the cost is immense—Hon Turnbull
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—“The fast life only leads to a fast demise. You may gain temporary riches, but the cost is immense. Your life, your freedom, and the heartache and heartbreak that you bring to your loved ones will live forever.”
Premier apologises for traffic disruption; Road works to continue into 2025
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- With traffic being a nightmare last week due to multiple, although necessary, road works occurring simultaneously, Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has apologised to the public.
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