The Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Services issued a tropical cyclone alert on Tuesday, October 17, 2023, for the Leeward Islands and British Virgin Islands. The meteorological office is closely monitoring the progress of Invest 94L (AL94), which has a high chance of developing into a tropical cyclone. According to the latest update from the National … Continued
Residents of the Virgin Islands retain the ability to surrender firearms to the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force with complete confidentiality, despite the absence of a formal gun amnesty, according to recent statements by members of the National Security Council (NSC). A gun amnesty is a period of non-prosecution that allows people to surrender unwanted … Continued
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force has issued an update on the shooting incident that occurred at the DHL office in Fish Bay earlier this evening. A second person has now been confirmed injured in the incident. Both victims were rushed to Dr. Orlando Smith Hospital for immediate medical attention. The condition of both victims … Continued
UPDATED REPORT The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force has confirmed a shooting incident at the DHL office in Fish Bay, Tortola. The incident occurred shortly after 7 p.m. this evening, Tuesday, October 17th. The initial statement from police indicated that one person was injured in the incident and was transported to Dr. Orlando Hospital for … Continued
A “no drinking” advisory has been issued for the entire potable water system in St. Croix, USVI, advising residents to refrain from drinking tap water until it is confirmed as safe to consume. The advisory was issued by USVI Governor Albert Bryan Jr., following recent water quality concerns in the region. Just last week, tests … Continued
Every year on October 16th the Virgin Islands joins the international community in the observance of World Food Day. This day serves as a reminder of the global challenges surrounding hunger, food security and the importance of proper nutrition. The date commemorates the establishment of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. This … Continued
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force has confirmed the death of one male individual who was reportedly seen “behaving erratically” at Village Cay, Wickhams Cay 1 in the early hours of Friday, October 13th, 2023. In a statement to the press, the RVIPF said that “police responded to a report of a male behaving erratically … Continued
Naomi Onwufuju, the British Virgin Islands’ Junior Ambassador for Tourism, has made history by winning the regional title of “Junior Minister for Tourism” at the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s Youth Congress held in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Competing against representatives from 14 other Caribbean Islands, Onwufuju became the first Virgin Islands Ambassador to secure this … Continued
In a recent press conference, Premier Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley expressed satisfaction with the progress made on the implementation of the Framework for Reforms, and the recognition of this progress in the 4th Quarterly Report by His Excellency the Governor. Dr. Wheatley acknowledged the demanding workload but emphasized the government’s commitment to implementing the … Continued
Montagne Pelée (Mount Pelée) and Northern Pitons’ of Martinique has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site. A World Heritage Site is a place that is listed by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) as having special cultural or physical significance. The designation is based on the representation of volcanic elements, … Continued
