Premier and Minister of Finance Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley has extended an invitation to USVI Governor Albert Bryan to meet in Tortola for an amicable discussion regarding the ongoing economic tensions between the British Virgin Islands and the United States Virgin Islands. The move comes in response to Governor Bryan’s recent proposal to impose … Continued
Authorities are urging heightened public vigilance following an alarming rise in rental vehicle thefts across the Virgin Islands. The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is actively investigating the latest incident, in which two vehicles were stolen overnight from MR Rentals in Paraquita Bay. According to police reports, suspects forcefully breached the premises before making … Continued
Amid growing concerns from residents about the impact of cruise ship emissions on the British Virgin Islands’ air quality, an assessment conducted by the Environmental Health Division has confirmed that emissions from the Norwegian Epic are within normal safety ranges. The assessment, carried out on Wednesday, February 26, was initiated at the request of the … Continued
Defending champions Wolues FC continued their dominant run in the BVI Football Association National Football League, securing a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Rebels FC last weekend. Playing at the Virgin Gorda Recreation Ground on Sunday, February 23, Wolues kept their undefeated record intact with a crucial late goal from Ciaran Johnston in the 80th minute. … Continued
The Government of the Virgin Islands has announced a significant increase in public assistance grants, with annual allocations of the increase to exceed $1.7 million. The move, according to Minister for Health and Social Development Hon. Vincent Wheatley, is aimed at alleviating financial pressures on vulnerable families across the territory. Speaking during a recent session … Continued
Premier and Minister of Finance Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley has declared his recent Asia Mission trip a success, highlighting key achievements in strengthening the British Virgin Islands’ relationship with the Greater China market and exploring new opportunities in Southeast Asia. Speaking in the House of Assembly on Monday, February 24, Premier Wheatley outlined how … Continued
A Baugher’s Bay man has been arrested and charged following a high-speed chase that ended in Sea Cows Bay on Monday, February 24, 2025. The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) confirmed that Morgan Maduro, 20, has been charged with Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Drug and Reckless and Negligent Act after attempting to evade … Continued
The 2025 Classic Softball Tournament got off to an electrifying start on Tuesday, February 25, as Santiago and the Pirates secured victories in the opening games of the women’s and men’s divisions, respectively, at the E. Walwyn Brewley Ballpark. The tournament’s grand opening ceremony featured a march-past led by the Adventist Heartbeats Band and Elmore … Continued
As the United States Virgin Islands (USVI) Legislature prepares for an emergency meeting today to discuss Governor Albert Bryan Jr.’s proposal to impose a 25% tariff on imports from the British Virgin Islands (BVI), a legal opinion issued on Tuesday has confirmed that the governor does not have the authority to enforce such a measure. … Continued
After a brief shift to virtual learning on Tuesday due to a water outage, Elmore Stoutt High School (ESHS) has resumed in-person instruction today, Wednesday, February 26, 2025. In a letter to parents, Principal Vanessa Garraway confirmed that the issue had been resolved and that students were expected to return to campus for their regular … Continued
