PREMIER SAYS TOURISM SUMMIT TO CHART NEW COURSE FOR BVI

The British Virgin Islands will host its first-ever Tourism Summit next week at the newly reopened Peter Island Resort, marking what Premier Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley describes as a strategic move to elevate the territory’s tourism sector. The event will feature keynote addresses from various industry professionals representing local and regional agencies. Premier Wheatley … Continued

BVI RECORDS FIRST MURDER OF 2025

The British Virgin Islands has recorded its first murder of 2025 following a fatal shooting in the Purcell Estate area early Wednesday morning. The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) confirmed that officers responded to reports of a shooting around 2:00 a.m. Upon arrival, they discovered an unresponsive male victim at the scene. Despite the … Continued

HLSCC CELEBRATES 35 YEARS OF TRANSFORMATIVE EDUCATION

This year the H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) is celebrating its 35th Anniversary of higher education in the Virgin Islands. On Monday, January 14, 2025, the college held a press conference speaking about the observations. Communications and Public Relations Manager Ms Bria Smith revealed that this milestone year celebrates decades of excellence, growth, and … Continued

WANTED MAN ARRESTED IN ATTEMPTED MURDER CASE – SECOND SUSPECT AT LARGE

The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has confirmed the arrest of 22-year-old Shemoi Carey of Huntum’s Ghut, Tortola, who was previously wanted in connection with the attempted murder of K’zhari Stoutt on November 8, 2024. Carey has been charged with Attempted Murder, Carrying an Unlicensed Firearm, and Unlawful Possession of Explosives. As part of … Continued

27-STEP HIRING PROCESS HINDERS OPERATIONS AT DPP’S OFFICE

The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), Ms. Tiffany Scatliffe, has revealed that her office continues to struggle with staffing shortages due to an outdated hiring process that has stymied efforts to achieve full operational capacity. Speaking during the 2024 Standing Finance Committee deliberations, she lamented that at no time during her tenure as Director has … Continued

TWO LIFEGUARDS SERVE ENTIRE TERRITORY AS OFFICIALS SEEK FUNDING SOLUTIONS

The Virgin Islands’ entire beach safety programme currently operates with only two lifeguards stationed at Josiah’s Bay and Smuggler’s Cove, Chief Fire Officer Zebulon McLean reiterated during Standing Finance Committee deliberations. During questioning from Second District Representative Hon. Melvin Turnbull about lifeguard staffing levels, McLean explained these two beaches were designated for coverage amid limited … Continued

BVI CANCER SOCIETY WARNS PUBLIC ABOUT WHATSAPP SCAM

The BVI Cancer Society is alerting the public to a scam targeting community members via WhatsApp. Reports indicate that scammers are impersonating the organization, falsely inviting individuals to Zoom calls and making fraudulent claims about fundraising events, including their popular Bingo events. In a statement, the BVI Cancer Society emphasized that these activities are unauthorized … Continued