The British Virgin Islands celebrated a triumphant return to the OECS Swimming Championships as debutant Kyla Potter secured the team’s sole medal in a thrilling performance on Sunday. Competing in the 11-12 Girls 50-meter Butterfly, Potter took the silver with a time of 32.16 seconds, narrowly missing the gold by just 0.05 seconds in a … Continued
The Office of the Deputy Governor has announced that all public offices across the British Virgin Islands (BVI) are expected to open today at 11:00 a.m. following intense overnight rainfall that has led to flooding and landslides in multiple communities. The office noted that the Public Works Department (PWD) is currently clearing affected areas, working … Continued
In response to severe weather conditions and an ongoing Flash Flood Warning, the BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) has issued an advisory, warning the public of potential delays or cancellations in clinic services and outpatient appointments at its healthcare facilities. The notice, issued early this morning, urges patients with scheduled appointments to monitor updates closely, … Continued
The Ministry of Education has announced the closure of all public schools across the Virgin Islands today, following a recommendation from the Department of Disaster Management (DDM). The decision comes in response to adverse weather conditions, including anticipated cloudy spells, showers, and thunderstorms that are expected to impact the territory throughout the day. In a … Continued
A shooting incident reportedly took place near Long Bush, Tortola, on Friday afternoon shortly before 1:00 p.m. Preliminary information suggested that a male victim was shot in the area commonly referred to as “The Ghetto” before fleeing on a motor scooter. Witnesses say the individual made his way to the vicinity of the UP Cineplex … Continued
The British Virgin Islands (BVI) has made a long-awaited return to the OECS Swimming Championships, represented by four young swimmers from the BVI Barracudas Swim Team. This marks the BVI’s first appearance at the competition since 2016, after years of absence due to the devastating impact of Hurricane Irma in 2017. The team members — … Continued
Sixth District Representative Hon. Myron Walwyn has raised concerns over the recent decision to allocate $500,000 to the BVI Tourist Board for beautification efforts, describing the decision as misaligned with the board’s primary focus. During the recent debate on the nearly $12 million Schedule of Additional Provisions (SAP), Walwyn argued that such tasks—largely consisting of … Continued
Virgin Gorda United showcased their strength in the BVI Football Association National Football League, securing an impressive 6-0 victory over One Love United at the Virgin Gorda Recreation Ground on Sunday. VG United took control early, with Jaadon Quashie opening the scoring in the 28th minute. A second goal followed thanks to an own goal … Continued
A federal judge in Texas has struck down a key Biden administration policy aimed at helping undocumented immigrants married to United States citizens gain a path to citizenship. The programme, known as “Keeping Families Together,” was one of the most significant recent presidential initiatives for immigrant families, offering undocumented spouses and stepchildren of U.S. citizens … Continued
In the aftermath of a recent ransomware attack on the BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC), General Manager Dr. Neil Smith reports that over 90 percent of the company’s systems have been restored, now with heightened security protocols in place. Dr. Smith shared updates on the recovery process in a recent interview with JTV, noting that while … Continued
