The sound of leather on willow is set to echo once again across the grounds of the Greenland Cricket Field in East End, Tortola, as the British Virgin Islands Cricket Association (BVICA) proudly announces the return of T20 cricket to the territory this weekend, on Sunday, April 14. The BVICA has unveiled an electrifying tournament … Continued
President of the Virgin Islands Softball-Baseball Association Rhodni Skelton has declared that he will not be contesting in the association’s upcoming general election in October. Skelton made the announcement during the opening ceremony for the 2024 Raymond “Mahassa” Mercer & Kathleen Fahie National Fast Pitch League last Saturday. Expressing his rationale to depart from executive … Continued
The Virgin Islands Softball Baseball Association (VISBA) made history on Saturday, April 6, as they unveiled the newly christened 2024 Raymond “Mahassa” Mercer & Kathleen Fahie National Fast Pitch League, paying homage to two icons who have left an indelible mark on the sport of softball in the territory. The opening ceremony for the league’s … Continued
In a thrilling showdown at the Multipurpose Sports Complex, Team United States Virgin Islands (USVI), led by Captain Khalid Gerard, clinched their second consecutive title in the King of the Courts Caribbean Championships, overpowering local favourites Team Tola in the championship clash on Sunday. Facing a packed audience, USVI showcased their dominance, outplaying Team Tola … Continued
The azure waters of the British Virgin Islands bore witness to a thrilling spectacle as the 51st BVI Spring Regatta concluded on Sunday, April 7th, with a flourish of sails and a flurry of excitement. More in this report.
The National League witnessed a goal bonanza over the weekend, with a total of 42 goals scored across various matches. Leading the charge in the goal fest was Virgin Gorda United, marking their return to action after a two-month hiatus with a commanding 16-0 victory over Positive FC. The match, played in front of their … Continued
The BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) has reported significant progress in resolving the air conditioning (AC) system issue at the Dr. D Orlando Hospital, with the successful installation of the replacement part. In a recent media release, the BVIHSA confirmed that the new component for the AC system has been installed and activated. However, the … Continued
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has successfully apprehended Jamal Freeman, who had been at large since January 1, 2024, after escaping custody. In an official media release issued on Tuesday, the RVIPF confirmed Freeman’s capture. Freeman’s escape occurred while he was in police custody seeking medical assistance following his arrest for theft-related offenses. … Continued
Forecasters at the Colorado State University Tropical Meteorology Project have issued a cautionary prediction for the upcoming 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season, slated to commence on June 1. During a presentation at the Topical Weather Conference, Senior Research Scientist Dr. Phil Klotzbach revealed that the region is expected to experience above-average levels of storm activity. According … Continued
Minister for Communications and Works, Honourable Kye Rymer, is currently spearheading a delegation from the British Virgin Islands at the prestigious Seatrade Cruise Global 2024 event. Held in Miami, Florida, from April 8 to April 11, Seatrade Cruise Global is renowned as the world’s foremost annual gathering for the cruise industry, attracting top executives, stakeholders, … Continued
