BVIHSA Welcomes New Board Appointments

Five new members have been appointed to the Board of Directors of the BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA). The agency said in a release, “This marks a significant step toward strengthening healthcare governance and oversight. Their appointment restores the Board’s quorum and allows critical decision-making and strategic initiatives to move forward.” The newly appointed Board … Continued

Penn and Skelton reunite; PVIM dissolved

In an official statement dated Wednesday March 26th, 2025, The National Democratic Party announced a political merger. The release stated, “In response to growing calls from supporters and the wider community for unity, we are pleased to announce a historic moment in our political journey: Hon. Marlon Penn, leader of the NDP, and Hon. Ronnie … Continued

FARRELL CHARGED WITH MANSLAUGHTER

The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force has made progress in its investigation into the recent stabbing incident in Virgin Gorda, which claimed the life of Rasheel Thomas Alexander. Drew Farrell, 42, of The Valley, Virgin Gorda, has been formally charged with Manslaughter in connection with this incident. He remains in custody pending his appearance before … Continued

USVI Gov. Albert Bryan Proposes 20 Percent Airbnb Tax in hopes of Tackling USVI Housing Shortage

In an article reported by the VI Consortium over the weekend on March 23rd, 2025. Governor Albert Bryan Jr. used the 2025 Spring Revenue Estimating Conference as a platform to propose key policy shifts aimed at securing the U.S. Virgin Islands’ economic stability amid shifting consumer trends and persistent structural costs. Speaking candidly before attendees … Continued