The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is actively investigating a shooting incident that took place on the public road near Greenland Field, East End, Tortola on Sunday, February 9, 2025, following a football match. According to police reports, three masked individuals approached a group of males shortly after 10:00 p.m. Upon seeing what appeared … Continued
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has formally charged 32-year-old George Ollivierre Jr. with Possession of a Prohibited Firearm and two counts of Unlawful Possession of Explosives after a targeted operation in the Threllfall area on Friday, February 6, 2025. Ollivierre who was arrested with two other males was found in possession of 35 … Continued
Update The tsunami advisory previously issued for the British Virgin Islands has been cancelled. The confirmation was received from the Department of Disaster Management (DDM) in a media update after 9:00 p.m. Previous Article A powerful earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 7.5 struck north of Honduras at 7:23 PM AST on Saturday, prompting tsunami … Continued
The Government of the Virgin Islands has committed $1 million to a new Solar Technology Energy Programme that will cover 50% of upfront costs for residential solar installations, Minister for Communications and Works Kye M. Rymer announced Thursday. The programme aims to dramatically reduce electricity expenses for residents, with potential annual savings of up to … Continued
Premier Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley has strongly rejected allegations published by The Guardian that accuse the British Virgin Islands (BVI) of attempting to evade a financial crime crackdown. The article, titled “British Virgin Islands accused of ‘shameful’ attempt to avoid financial crime crackdown”, claims the territory’s leadership is in dispute with the United Kingdom … Continued
Wolues Football Club surged back to the top of the BVI Football Association (BVIFA) National League standings after securing a 3-0 victory over One Love United at the Virgin Gorda Recreation Ground on Sunday, February 2. Entering the match level on points (26) with Virgin Gorda United but trailing on goal difference, Wolues knew they … Continued
With their sights set on a strong start at the 2025 CONCACAF Under-17 Men’s Qualifiers in Costa Rica, the British Virgin Islands (BVI) national team is ready to showcase its talent in the region’s premier youth competition. The team will kick off their campaign against St. Maarten today Friday, February 7. Speaking at a press … Continued
