Commemorative plaques for donations unveiled @ ESHS
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Commemorative plaques for the Kellner Family Foundation and various contributors for their donation to the redevelopment of the Elmore Stoutt High School (ESHS) were unveiled at the school's campus on Wednesday, May 1, 2024.
Opposition Leader to grill Premier on illegal immigration measures in HoA today
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- With the frequent apprehension of illegal migrants in the [British] Virgin Islands recently, Opposition Leader Hon Ronnie W. Skelton (AL) wants to know what measures are in place to tackle the problem as well as other issues relating to border security.
Carey Olsen makes over $12K in donations to 5 local charities
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Five charities in the [British] Virgin Islands have benefitted from the kindness of offshore law firm Carey Olsen (BVI).
Horses from Tortola & Anegada to debut in 2024 St Thomas carnival races
ESTATE BOVONI, St Thomas, USVI- While horse racing in the [British] Virgin Islands (Tortola) is at a standstill over a land dispute, our neighbours in St Thomas, US Virgin Islands (USVI) are moving full steam ahead.
Hon Mather accuses Hon de Castro of sidelining him in education sector
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI– Educator and first-term legislator Hon Stacy M. Mather (AL) has accused fellow educator and Minister for Education, Youth Affairs and Sports Hon Sharie B. de Castro (AL) of sidelining him in the education sector.
VIP Gov’t to host ‘Inaugural Territorial Address' on May 16, 2024
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has announced an Inaugural Territorial Address scheduled for May 16, 2024, when his Government will detail its accomplishments and more as part of the Virgin Islands Party's (VIP) first anniversary in office.
'Eliminating gender inequalities' a top priority for Gov’t'- Armstrong Jones
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A training workshop to advance gender awareness in the workplace was hosted for several gender focal points from within Government organisations and statutory bodies on April 24, 2024.
VI rallies LatAm support for UN Associate Members' sustainable development
SANTIAGO, Chile - As the Fourth International Conference on Small Island Developing States (SIDS4) in Antigua and Barbuda approaches, the [British] Virgin Islands (BVI) has rallied support for the 13 Associate Members of UN ECLAC located in the Caribbean at the 7th Meeting of the Forum of the Countries of Latin America and the Caribbean on Sustainable Development in Chile in Santiago, Chile from 15th-18th April 2024.
2024 Governor's Cup: A triumph for Barney & team Airgasm!
ROAD HARBOUR, Tortola, VI- On Saturday, April 20, 2024, the Royal British Virgin Islands Yacht Club (RBVIYC) hosted the 2024 Governor's Cup. The forecast wasn’t hopeful with less that 10 knots forecast; however, the wind came in above forecast, which allowed for three very exciting races to take place.
USVI: Carnival Village opens with tribute to Malvern Gumbs
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI— With the official opening of Carnival Village on Monday night, festivities on St. Thomas have kicked into high gear. Dubbed “Malvern’s Melodic Greathouse” after music educator Malvern Gumbs, the village was a hive of activity as patrons criss-crossed the grounds, sampling food and beverages from vendor booths.
Dr Marcia Potter returned as CXC® Deputy Chair for another 3 years
GEORGETOWN, Guyana, SA- Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Education in the [British] Virgin Islands (VI) Dr Marcia Potter will continue for another three years as the Deputy Chair of the Barbados-based Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC).
'UK’s view' is Israel’s actions in Gaza cannot be described as genocide- Gov Pruce
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- While some have been describing the continued deadly military attack on Gaza by Israel as genocide, the United Kingdom’s (UK) view is that the situation cannot be described as genocide unless determined by a court.
BVIEC Linesmen take historic win @ CARILEC’s Lineworkers Rodeo in Antigua
ST GEORGE, Antigua- The BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) made history as the first utility to capture a consecutive 1st Place in the Experienced Team Category at the CARILEC’s Lineworkers Rodeo held at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua on Sunday April 21, 2024.
Colombian national Monica Marcela Pineda goes missing in VI
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The public in the Virgin Islands (VI) is being asked to assist with locating Mrs. Monica Marcela Pineda, a Colombian national who arrived in the VI on a cruise ship and vanished.
Supplies tumble out of truck ascending Sleepy Hill
SLEEPY HILL, Tortola, VI- Sleepy Hill in Sophie Bay continues to be awakened with incidents, with the latest being a truck losing some of its supplies while ascending today, Monday, April 29, 2024.
What happens when governments rob their people?
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Controlling your Mind or Paying for the Consequences:
Please read the full Message for every day we learn new things, and still there is much more that we will never know... We were born helpless, and it takes us far longer than most animals to achieve our bio-environmental independence, yet we have the audacity to claim to be made in the image of a Super God... Facts suggest that we created God, but it is convenient for our importance to claim he made us.
Commissioner Dr Turnbull Sr blasts portion of CoI as misinformation
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- One of the recent Constitutional Review Commissioners, Dr Melvin A. Turnbull Sr, has lambasted the Commission of Inquiry (CoI) report for labelling the [British] Virgin Islands as corrupt.
'Just because we in 2024 doesn't mean freedom can't be taken away'- Premier
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI– Virgin Islands Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has called on all in the territory to be a part of the upcoming 70th emancipation celebrations in the [British] Virgin Islands (VI).
Parents reluctant to get children vaccinated since COVID-19 era- Nurse Jean-Louis
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- The rate of immunisation of children has been on the decline since the outbreak of the COVID-19 virus, according to nurse at the BVI Health Service Authority (BVIHSA) Madalina Jean-Louis
Joyce Samuel Primary School receives new playground
BELLE VUE, Tortola, VI- Joyce Samuel Primary School is the second of five primary schools in the Territory to receive a new playground facility, following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Government of the Virgin Islands and Unite BVI.
Person trapped inside overturned vehicle @ Pockwood Pond
POCKWOOD POND, Tortola, VI- One person was reportedly trapped when the vehicle they were in overturned at Pockwood Pond, Tortola this morning, April 28, 2024.
Cabinet accepts recommendations for 82 Certificates of Residence
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Cabinet of the [British] Virgin Islands has accepted the recommendations of the Board of Immigration to grant Certificates of Residence to eighty - two (82) persons, but has not accepted the recommendations of the Board of Immigration to not grant Certificates of Residence to six (6) applicants.
USVI: Woman says drugs in luggage was a favour for child's father
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI— A woman in the US Virgin Islands (USVI) is facing felony drug charges after being nabbed at the airport, allegedly with marijuana and THC paste in her luggage.
2 illegal migrants of Indian nationality caught on Peter Island
PETER ISLAND, VI- Two nationals of India were detained as illegal migrants on Peter Island on April 25, 2024.
4.9M earthquake felt in VI
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- At around 8:23 AM today, Sunday, April 28, 2024, an earthquake shook the [British] Virgin Islands.
Pastry Chef James I. Lettsome named Chair of Road Town Festival Village
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Well-known local pastry chef, Mr James I. Lettsome III, has been revealed as the Chairman of the Road Town Festival Village for 2024.
Cabinet approves revised VI Belonger Status & Permanent Residence Policy
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – The Cabinet of the Virgin Islands (VI) has approved the revised Belonger Status & Permanent Residence Policy for the Virgin Islands (VI).
VI Social Workers conclude tour on child abuse prevention & awareness
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI - Social Workers from the Social Development Department in the Virgin Islands (VI) have visited several schools on the sister islands in the Virgin Islands (VI) to deliver messages on child abuse prevention and awareness.
Briana Blyden wins VI's 70th Emancipation Festival 2024 slogan contest
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - 20-year-old Briana Blyden who is currently in College in Miami has won the competition for the slogan of the Virgin Islands' 70th Emancipation Festival 2024.
USVI: Ex CAHS coach sentenced to 35 years on child sexual exploitation
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St. Thomas, USVI — United States Attorney Delia L. Smith announced that Chief Judge Robert A. Molloy sentenced Alfredo Bruce Smith, 53, of St Thomas, to 35 years in prison, followed by a lifetime of supervised release. Upon release from prison, Smith must register as a sex offender.
Elcius Phillip bowls Renegades to victory over Grenada in BVICA T20
GREENLAND, Tortola, VI- Action in the 2024 BVI Cricket Association (BVICA) T20 Tournament continued at Greenland Playfield on Sunday, April 21, 2024, with another two exciting matches.
Motor scooter rider injured in accident @ Duff’s Bottom
DUFF’S BOTTOM, Tortola, VI- A motor scooter rider was injured after colliding with a vehicle at Duff’s Bottom, Tortola around 3:15 PM today, Friday, April 26, 2024.
Rosan believes Sr Magistrate Richards should be sent home 'under review'
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Talk show host Rosemary L. Rosan aka ‘Cindy’ has accused Senior Magistrate Tamia N. Richards of abusing power in the case with Wade N. Smith where Justice Sonia Young on April 24, 2024, found the actions of the Senior Magistrate unreasonable and lacked substance and not justified.
USVI to receive $384m from FEMA for school rebuilding
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- The US Virgin Islands (USVI) is set to receive a substantial $384.8 million investment from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to demolish and rebuild hurricane-damaged schools, marking a significant advancement in the territory's recovery efforts from hurricanes Irma and Maria in 2017.
Another court blow to CoP Collins as Ex Deputy CoP James' ammo charges squashed!
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Police Commissioner Mark Collins, who is currently under investigation over some 55 charges brought against him by his own police officers, and now has a reputation for injustice, no respect for the rule of law and allegedly spearheading a target list of Virgin Islanders to arrest and damage their characters, including fellow police officers who signed the petition against him and members of the media, is at it again.
Large truck topples on Sleepy Hill in Sophie Bay, Tortola
SOPHIE BAY, Tortola, VI- A large truck has toppled on Sleepy Hill in the area known as Sophie Bay on Tortola.
Ebenezer Thomas Primary School to get new playground
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- Many residents have called our news centre inquiring about what appears to be construction at the Ebenezer Thomas Primary School located in Sea Cows Bay.
Brewers Bay given a temporary facelift with landscaping
BREWERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Brewers Bay, usually referred to as the 'forgotten city', has been given a facelift.
Wade N. Smith wins Judicial Review against Sr Magistrate, Top CoP
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI– Commissioner of Customs Wade N. Smith won a Judicial Review against the Senior Magistrate, Tamia N. Richards, and the Commissioner of Police, Mark Collins, in the High Court yesterday, April 24, 2024.
Ariel Henry resigns as prime minister of Haiti
LOS ANGELES, USA- Ariel Henry resigned today, Thursday, April 25, 2024, as prime minister of Haiti, leaving the way clear for a new government to be formed in the Caribbean country, which has been plagued by gang violence.
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