Jeremy Tuckett fought back tears as he stood with a trophy in hand, awaiting two more that were awarded to him for his exceptional performance in police training. “I wanted …
June 26, 2019
June 26, 2019
Daycare worker gets prison for child cruelty
A woman was sentenced to two months in prison on Monday for allegedly harming a 4-month-old child she was supervising at a daycare centre in March 2017. Debra Jobe, who …
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June 25, 2019
Virgin Islands chef takes part in upscale food fest
Imagine a spicy Anegada conch ceviche paired with roasted butternut squash puree and citrus avocado puree, and drizzled with a lemongrass infused oil. Now pair it with spiced passionfruit juice …
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June 25, 2019
$45k burglary case tossed due to cops’ mistakes
This month High Court Justice Ann-Marie Smith dismissed a $45,000 burglary case due to police mistakes. In a June 5 oral ruling, the judge alleged that Detective Sergeant Donna Monsanto’s …
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June 20, 2019
Police host recruitment ceremony
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force held another Police Pass-out Ceremony today at H. Lavity Stoutt Community College. The officers showed off their drills and skills amidst family and friends …
June 20, 2019
97 graduate from HLSCC
Ninety-seven students received degrees from the H. Lavity Stoutt Community College during the graduation ceremony last Thursday, where it was announced that the school received an increase of $2 million …
June 20, 2019
Thousands attend Buju concert, organisers pleased
Ten people and ten days. That’s what it took to set up the stage for what organisers billed as the largest concert in Virgin Islands history. With an estimated attendance …
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June 14, 2019
Hempfest to return to Foxy’s next month
This week, Tom Warner, the organiser of Foxy’s 2019 Hempfest on Jost Van Dyke, scooted around Tortola running errands in preparation for the July 13 event. “There’s a lot of …
June 14, 2019
Children’s Dance Fest returns with 20 pieces
The BVI Dance School sold out a full house at the H. Lavity Stout Community College auditorium on Saturday night during its 19th annual BVI Children’s Dance Fest. With a …
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June 14, 2019
Havers project gets green light
The Drake’s Landing Project in Havers has been continuing slowly since early May, with more land reclaimed to form a landmass jutting into the waters off the coast of Tortola. …
June 12, 2019
Preschoolers compete in games in Road Town
The Multi-purpose Sports Complex was buzzing with children during the Early Childhood Education Week Preschool Games, where preschoolers from across the territory participated in races and other competitions. For the …
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June 12, 2019
First Volunteer Week a success
It’s not often that several non-profit organisations have a chance to come together, but last Saturday volunteers networked during the territory’s first-ever Volunteer Week Fair. “Just knowing what else is …
June 3, 2019
Man denies pulling knife on girlfriend, gets $60K bail
In Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday afternoon, Cliff John was accused of putting a knife to his girlfriend’s throat while at a bar in Virgin Gorda on May 24. He denied …
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June 3, 2019
18th Poker Run draws thousands
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 …
May 30, 2019
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 …
May 28, 2019
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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May 27, 2019
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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May 27, 2019
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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May 25, 2019
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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May 25, 2019
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 …
May 25, 2019
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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May 24, 2019
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 …
May 24, 2019
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 …
May 23, 2019
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 …
May 20, 2019
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. …
