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RVIPF REPORTS PROGRESS IN CRACKDOWN ON ILLEGAL FIREARMS

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The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has made significant strides in its efforts to combat illegal firearms and ammunition possession, with officers recovering four firearms and 302 rounds of ammunition within the first six weeks of 2025. Among the recovered weapons was a modified pistol classified as a prohibited weapon, capable of discharging multiple … Continued

AUDITOR GENERAL INVESTIGATING $20M SALARY UNDERESTIMATION

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Premier and Minister of Finance Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley said he was surprised after learning during the Standing Finance Committee proceedings in 2024 that the investigation into the approximately $20 million underestimation of public officers’ salary increases had not yet begun. His remarks came in response to a question posed by Sixth District Representative … Continued

ASSISTANT COMMISSIONER OF POLICE PAM TREVILLION RESIGNS

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Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Pam Trevillion has officially tendered her resignation from the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF), with her final day of service set for March 8, 2025, according to a memorandum from Governor Daniel Pruce. Governor Pruce, in a letter dated February 14, 2025, addressed to Trevillion, confirmed that her resignation … Continued

ANGUILLA LEADERS CONDEMN RECENT VIOLENT CRIMES – TOO EARLY TO SPECULATE

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Anguilla’s governor and premier have stated that it is too early to speculate on the motives behind the island’s recent violent crimes, including the February 17 murder of Virgin Islander Omari Roberts, stressing that ongoing investigations must be allowed to take their course. In a joint statement following a briefing with the Commissioner of Police, … Continued

PREMIER COMMEMORATES OPENING OF NEW BVI HONG KONG OFFICE

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Premier Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley, alongside Director of the BVI Hong Kong Office Dr. Ricardo Wheatley and Deputy Director Siobhan Flax, recently celebrated the opening of the new BVI Representative Office in Hong Kong. The office has played a vital role in promoting the British Virgin Islands’ financial services sector while strengthening key relationships … Continued

SHOWCASE TO HONOUR LAVITY STOUTT

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On Tuesday, February 25, 2025, from 5:30 to 6:50 p.m., the H. Lavity Stoutt Community College will host an exciting student oratorical showcase at the Eileene L. Parsons Auditorium for an unforgettable evening of inspiration, history, and visionary leadership, honouring the life and legacy of the Late H. L. Stoutt. The event is being presented … Continued

ROTARY CLUBS AND ESHS PROMOTE PEACE THROUGH SERVICE

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The Rotary Clubs of Tortola and the Rotary Club of St. Thomas, in collaboration with the Elmore Stoutt High School, recently hosted a special celebration dinner titled “Building Peace through Service in the Virgin Islands.” The initiative focused on fostering youth resiliency, leadership, and the promotion of positive peace throughout the territory. Tom Carlisi, Lead … Continued