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UPDATE: 14 onboard when Catamaran struck reef off Anegada- MSIRA
SETTING POINT, Anegada, VI- The catamaran that sank off Anegada on Sunday, July 6, 2025, reportedly struck a reef after exiting the Anegada Channel, the Marine Safety Investigation and Reporting Authority (MSIRA) of the Premier's Office has disclosed.
Applications reopen for VIF&FC targeting members from sister islands
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Applications reopened this week, targeting members from Anegada, Jost Van Dyke and Virgin Gorda for membership on the Virgin Islands Festival and Fairs Committee (VIF&FC).
This Week We Feature Young Professional Kimberly A. Smith
By Kirshena J. Joseph
“I'm Jamaican, it's just in my blood, you know? I just like running as a kid.” These are the words of Kimberly A. Smith, a Track and Field athlete making her mark in the sporting arena not only in the Virgin Islands (VI) but the world.
Auguste George Int’l Airport closed June 16 & 17
THE SETTLEMENT, Anegada, VI- The Auguste George International Airport will be closed for two days for specific maintenance work.
Premier’s Office to deal with Smith's Ferry Service freight charges—Hon Vincent O. Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Residents of Anegada have again raised concerns about what they describe as "excessively high" freight charges imposed by Smith's Ferry Services Ltd, prompting renewed political pressure on the government to intervene.
Roots to Resilience programme moves to Anegada
THE SETTLEMENT, Anegada, VI- The Roots to Resilience: Together We Thrive Programme is resuming its Paint the Town Community Beautification initiative on Anegada.
UPDATE: Power restored on Anegada
ANEGADA, VI- Power has been fully restored on Anegada, the BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) has informed.
5.63 magnitude earthquake rocks VI
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Many persons were shaken out of their sleep early this morning, Sunday, May 4, 2025, when an earthquake with a magnitude of 5.63 occurred.
'We will deliver' on ports improvements for Anegada- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has reaffirmed his government’s commitment to delivering improved port infrastructure to the people of Anegada, citing the principle of equity and the pressing need to serve both residents and the tourism sector.
Health Minister favours upgrading clinic on Anegada over costly medevac
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Minister for Health and Social Development Hon Vincent O. Wheatley (R9) has said he is leaning more towards upgrading the medical facility on Anegada than investing in a vessel for medical evacuations.

