Islanders FC continues to assert their dominance in the BVI Football Association National League, extending their impressive win streak to six matches and securing the top spot in the standings following a 4-1 victory last weekend. In their latest triumph, Islanders FC delivered a commanding performance against Panthers FC. Led by the coaching expertise of … Continued
In a recent session of the House of Assembly, Deputy Speaker and Territorial At-Large Representative Hon. Stacy Mather brought attention to a longstanding question perplexing the community: the purpose of the enigmatic third lane adjacent to the Queen Elizabeth II Park. Directing his inquiries to the Minister for Communications and Works, Hon. Kye Rymer, Mather … Continued
In a heartfelt address to the territory on Wednesday, Premier Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley extended condolences to the family and loved ones of the late Jamal Smith, the BVI’s first homicide of 2024. Premier Wheatley said Smith’s untimely departure has left a profound void in the Virgin Islands, as he was revered as a … Continued
The Virgin Gorda Easter Festival Prince and Princess Show is gearing up to showcase some of the brightest young talents on the island this weekend. On Saturday, March 16th at 6 pm, the Jeffery Caines Sports Arena will come alive with energy, poise, and youthful exuberance as four contestants take the stage. Leading the princess … Continued
In a display of intellectual competence, the Elmore Stoutt High School emerged victorious in the highly anticipated finals of the 2024 Inter-Secondary School Debate. The intense battle, held on Wednesday, saw Elmore Stoutt High School narrowly edging out their formidable opponents, St. Georges Secondary School, in a debate of exceptional quality. The moot under contention, … Continued
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has confirmed the tragic demise of local attorney Jamal Smith, whose lifeless body was discovered at his Manuel Hill residence on Tuesday night with apparent gunshot wounds. The incident, described as “suspicious” by authorities, has prompted a comprehensive investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of the 46-year-old. … Continued
The Women’s National League in the British Virgin Islands has been witnessing a remarkable surge in performance, thanks to the inclusion of tactical skills to complement the existing technical skills. James Baird, Head of Women’s Football and Coach of the British Virgin Islands senior women’s football team, highlighted the development placing emphasis on the impact … Continued
Governor Daniel Pruce has approved deportation orders for two men convicted in separate firearm-related incidents in the Virgin Islands. The decisions, dated March 8th, were published in an extraordinary edition of the Gazette on March 13th. The men facing removal from the Territory are Roget Antoneil Simmon and Paige Shere Chan Weeks. Simmon was arrested … Continued
The High Court of the Virgin Islands has published its annual jury list, kicking off the process of revising and finalizing the pool of eligible jurors for 2024. In accordance with standard procedures, the Registrar and four court assessors will convene from March 18-20, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. at the court’s location on the 4th … Continued
In the aftermath of the recently launched Women in Sports Commission, President of the BVI Olympic Committee (BVIOC) Ephraim Penn has revealed that the BVI has well exceeded the International Olympic Committee’s (IOC) mandate of including women in member-committees. Penn noted that while the IOC mandates a ratio of having at least 30 percent of … Continued
