Premier Dr. Natalio “Sowande” Wheatley recently thanked fellow leaders of British overseas territories for their support in the aftermath of the Commission of Inquiry report, and he offered to help …
Althea Scatliffe Primary closes suddenly
The Ministry of Education, Culture, Youth Affairs and Sports decided to close Althea Scatliffe Primary School effective June 17 after officials received a report documenting the school’s recent inspection. “The …
Ministers field questions on COI reforms
This week residents were given the first public opportunity to weigh in on the plan the Virgin Islands and United Kingdom governments have agreed for carrying out every Commission of …
VI court issues world-first freeze in crypto case
A Virgin Islands-incorporated company recently convinced the Commercial Court to back a novel approach in trying to track down people involved in an alleged theft of digital currency and seek …
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No direct rule for now as UK accepts unity government’s proposal
The wait is over. Governor John Rankin and Premier Dr. Natalio “Sowande” Wheatley announced on Wednesday morning that the United Kingdom will not suspend parts of the Virgin Islands Constitution …
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House of Assembly green-lights 2021 supplementary spending
Unanticipated expenses including security, arbitration, infrastructure, and public servant increments required legislators to approve supplementary spending for 2021 and 2022, Premier Dr. Natalio “Sowande” Wheatley said on May 26 in …
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Commission of Inquiry cost government more than $8 million
The Virgin Islands government has paid out more than $8 million in responding to the United Kingdom-led Commission of Inquiry, most of which went toward covering legal fees, Premier Dr. …
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Caribbean preps for monkeypox
Monkeypox hasn’t yet been reported in the Caribbean, but with cases spreading to countries where it is typically not found, including the United States, regional health officials are taking precautions. …
Five bills await governor’s assent
Five bills passed by the House of Assembly over the past five years still await the governor’s assent, Premier Dr. Natalio “Sowande” Wheatley said on May 26 in response to …
Cabinet Briefs (April 27, 2022)
Governor John Rankin chaired a Cabinet meeting on April 27 at the Financial Services Commission’s Resource Centre. All members were present except then-Premier Andrew Fahie; then-Transportation, Works and Utilities Minister …
Breaking stigma: VI celebrates mental health
Community members got moving on May 21 as they danced on the grass at the Cyril B. Romney Tortola Pier Park, enjoyed a performance by students from Adagio Dance School, …
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One VI Poker Run raising funds for schools
A new three-day poker run is being planned for early July, and organisers said in a press conference on May 24 that they hope to raise enough funds to modernise …
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HOA committee says Willock should pay legal fees
A special committee of the House of Assembly has recommended against using public funds to pay more than $100,000 in legal costs that former HOA Speaker Julian Willock incurred while …
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Wheatley promises change ‘at every level’
As the Virgin Islands awaits a decision from the United Kingdom on a possible period of direct rule, the new National Unity Government is promising a “fresh start” with widespread …
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Corine George-Massicote selected as new HOA Speaker
After accepting Speaker of the House Julian Willock’s resignation on May 3, members of the House of Assembly selected attorney Corine George-Massicote as his replacement Thursday morning. Ms. George-Massicote said …
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Rescues shine at annual dog show
From toys to titans, dogs of many shapes and sizes bounded into the ring at the Humane Society of the BVI’s annual dog show on May 14 at Captain Mulligan’s. …
Direct-rule concerns aired at UN meeting
As the Virgin Islands waited to learn whether the United Kingdom will impose direct rule, Special Envoy of the Premier Benito Wheatley provided an update to the United Nations Special …
Government makes plans ahead of UK decision
The territory waited in limbo after the newly formed National Unity Government privately sent the United Kingdom a proposal last week to make reforms locally without the two-year dissolution of …
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Minister probing Florida LLC linked to Maynard
In light of BVI Ports Authority Managing Director Oleanvine Maynard’s arrest in Miami last month, Deputy Premier Kye Rymer addressed questions on May 13 about a Florida company registered in …
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Preparing for early hurricane season
As has become common in recent years, experts are predicting above-average levels of activity for the 2022 Atlantic Hurricane Season. Meteorologists from Colorado State University predict 19 named storms, nine …
Premier hoping for UK word on direct rule ‘very soon’
Premier Dr. Natalio “Sowande” Wheatley hopes the territory will hear “very soon” whether the United Kingdom will impose direct rule for two years here, he said in a press conference …
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UPDATE: Guv announces criminal probes advised by COI
Governor John Rankin has instructed Police Commissioner Mark Collins to launch several criminal investigations recommended by the recently published Commission of Inquiry report. The investigations will probe four areas, Mr. …
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Government sends proposal to UK, but it’s not public
The newly formed “National Unity Government” has sent the United Kingdom a proposal to make reforms locally without the two-year dissolution of the House of Assembly as recommended in the …
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HLSCC hosts first ‘Stingray Showcase’
At the 2022 Stingray Showcase last Thursday at H. Lavity Stoutt Community College, Sanjay Singh took first place for his project to help digitise files for Smiley’s Garage. “I was …
Reports: Fahie gets $500k bond in Miami
In a surprise decision, Premier Andrew Fahie received a $500,000 bond offer following a Miami court hearing yesterday morning, the Miami Herald reported yesterday. Federal court Judge Alicia Otazo-Reyes rejected …