The Virgin Islands is about 115 miles away from Puerto Rico, and for Troy Pereira the trip was well worth it. It was his first time participating in the Leverick …
Crown: Woman named killer before dying
A 46-year-old mother who was shot multiple times and left on the roadside in Georges Northside on Sunday night identified her killer shortly before she died, a prosecutor said Tuesday …
Full senior programme to return by September
The government’s senior programme is operating three days a week on a $398,008 budget for this year, but by September leaders hope to jump to five days per week as …
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New government’s travel costs at $80k, premier says
Asked by Opposition Leader Marlon Penn about the total cost of travel incurred by the new government and a breakdown of those costs, Premier Andrew Fahie said he “really valued” …
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Premier explains why 4 tender processes waived
Premier Andrew Fahie said his government so far has waived tender processes for four initiatives: the rehabilitation of the Elmore Stoutt High School’s L-shaped building; incinerator repairs; an update to …
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Premier refuses to disclose security info
Premier Andrew Fahie took a firm stance against disclosing the price of his new security detail as requested by Opposition Leader Marlon Penn on Friday in the House of Assembly. …
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Three arrested for Belle Vue robbery
Three people were charged for the robbery of a Belle Vue resident that occurred in early April, according to the Police Information Office. Arien Fahie, 23; Shaquille Benjamin, 23; and …
Two charged with Capriccio de Mare robbery
Two persons were charged in relation to a robbery at Capriccio de Mare Restaurant, located on the Waterfront Drive opposite the Road Town Ferry Dock. Jamoy Estridge, 27 of Long …
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Premier defends ESHS project decisions
Last week, at the House of Assembly, Premier Andrew Fahie defended his decision to use multiple contractors to repair the Elmore Stoutt High School, and fielded Opposition Leader Marlon Penn’s …
Three arrested for Belle Vue robbery
Three people were charged for the robbery of a Belle Vue resident that occurred in early April, according to the Police Information Office. Arien Fahie, 23; Shaquille Benjamin, 23; and …
Spring Charter Yacht Show hosts 21 boats
After taking a hit from Hurricane Irma in 2017, the charter yachting business is coming back into full swing and growing with each show, including the one last week in …
Police share Irma stories in new book
As the Virgin Islands approaches the second anniversary of Hurricane Irma, another book has emerged with the stories and accounts of those that were in the middle of the storm. …
Seniors strut their stuff at first pageant of its kind
Nehemia Prince, 81, strutted on stage and displayed his dexterity with a routine involving pelvic thrusts and dancing while removing his coat on Sunday evening during the first annual Mr. …
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Ex airport cashier gets suspended sentence
A former cashier at the Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport received an 18-month suspended sentence after allegedly stealing thousands in cash through falsified receipts. Jillian Fahie was arrested in July …
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Man to be sentenced for raping minor
In the final stages of the trial against 54-year-old Andre Stedman, who was found guilty of the rape and indecent assault of a girl under the age of 13, the …
Magistrate pushes the Crown to present case
Magistrate Ayanna Baptiste-DaBreo chastised prosecutors this week for “not doing their job” of presenting evidence for a matter that has been ongoing since October 2017. As of May 14, the …
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YEP signs 13 MOUs during 14th anniversary celebration
As the Youth Empowerment Project celebrated its 14th anniversary on Friday, the focus was on its partnerships with other organisations. “The stronger we are together, the more investment we can …
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VI’s climate change work hailed as example
During a recent conference in St. Lucia, the Virgin Islands was hailed as a model for the region because of its work on a collaborative project designed to help prepare …
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Prison farm rebuilding from Irma
It was a slow day in Balsam Ghut after a morning rain — perfect nourishment for the farm located just outside the barbed wire fence surrounding Her Majesty’s Prison. “The …
Man accused of taking jewellery from homes
The main suspect in the case of $13,225 worth of goods that went missing between March 22 and April 25 said he wants to deal with the matter as quickly …
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Work on Havers project starts, then stops
After what Chief Planner Greg Adams called a misunderstanding, land reclamation began in Havers last month for the Drake’s Landing hotel-and-marina project that has been in the works for the …
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‘Lower risk’ inmate attempts escape
Last Thursday evening, police and prison guards apprehended a prison inmate within a half hour of his escape, officials said. Tyrone George, who is held in Her Majesty’s Prison on …
Man who killed wife could get less than 10 years
Lennox Franklyn DaSilva could face less than 10 years in prison for using a machete-like weapon to kill his wife in front of two children. On Monday Mr. DaSilva appeared …
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Virgin Islands thinks green for Earth Day
Reusable bags? Check. Recycling programme? Check. Organic foods? Check. Keeping the Virgin Islands beautiful was at the forefront last week as organisations like Green VI celebrated Earth Day and Arbour …
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Montessori students represent Virgin Islands at Model UN
For the first time in Virgin Islands history, students from the Century House Montessori School are traveling to Chicago for the 13th Annual Montessori Model United Nations conference. The Diamond …
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