Nearly 1,100 files were included in two sets of “Embassy Suites Video Clips” recently disclosed to defence lawyers as part of the evidence that United States prosecutors say supports their …
January 15, 2023
January 15, 2023
‘Classic modern’ design for terminal
When government unveiled a “futuristic and organic” design for the new West End Ferry Terminal last February, it proved so controversial that the Recovery and Development Agency launched a poll …
January 15, 2023
Three cops promoted to superintendent
Three chief inspectors within the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force were recently promoted to the rank of superintendent, the Police Information Office announced recently. Selwyn Rock and Dariel Robinson were …
January 15, 2023
Residents put to work cutting bush
A government programme launched in November has already found temporary employment for several residents, Premier Dr. Natalio “Sowande” Wheatley announced during a press conference on Friday. “A number of persons …
January 14, 2023
New emergency app in the works
As part of efforts to protect the public from hurricanes and other disasters, the Department of Disaster Management is developing an enhanced emergency alerting app that is scheduled to launch …
January 12, 2023
Police detain and release Willock without charges
Former Speaker of the House Julian Willock was detained by police on Tuesday morning on suspicion of human trafficking, but he was released the same day with no charges, according …
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January 1, 2023
New emergency app to launch in 2023
As part of efforts to protect the public from hurricanes and other disasters, the Department of Disaster Management is developing an enhanced emergency alerting app that is scheduled to launch …
January 1, 2023
After Covid work, Harrigan honoured by king
During the Covid-19 pandemic, BVI Tourist Board Marketing Manager Lynette Harrigan quickly became known as the go-to source for travellers struggling to navigate the territory’s fast-changing entry protocols. In honour …
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December 30, 2022
BVI Tourist Board, businesses partner for cleanup
Bags of sargassum, debris and other trash lined the shores of Trellis Bay after two dozen people from six yachts spent about two hours cleaning the area last Thursday. Visiting …
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December 28, 2022
Market Square promised by February
The revamped Road Town Market Square — which initially was scheduled to open in July 2021 — is now slated for completion by the end February, according to Duane Fraites, …
December 28, 2022
Cop charged over alleged medical procedure
Following a report that a medical procedure was performed at her home, interdicted police constable Karina Brea was charged with offences including inflicting grievous bodily harm, police announced last Thursday. …
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December 28, 2022
Trio charged over finances at BVI Post
Former Postmaster General Pascha Stoutt and two other people have been arrested and charged in connection with “historical financial irregularities” at the BVI Post, according to Police Information Officer Akia …
December 23, 2022
Students learn the dangers of drugs
A community police officer has launched a new programme designed to educate Virgin Islands schoolchildren about the dangers of drugs. The ten-week Drug Abuse Resistance Education programme — known as …
December 23, 2022
Government hikes taxi fees for cruise shippers
To help taxi drivers address rising costs, Deputy Premier Kye Rymer recently approved taxi rate hikes that will primarily affect cruise ship passengers visiting the territory. The new fares — …
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December 23, 2022
Referendum to test same-sex marriage
With government facing a lawsuit seeking to legalise same-sex marriage in the Virgin Islands, Premier Dr. Natalio “Sowande” Wheatley announced on Monday that the public will get to air their …
December 23, 2022
New unit to manage foreign yacht licensing
Foreign-based water taxis and day charters that come into Virgin Islands waters can now process paperwork and fees online through the newly established Commercial Recreations Vessel Licensing Unit, according to …
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December 23, 2022
Police name man killed in shooting
Kadeem Jimenez, a 31-year-old Brady Ghut resident, was the man killed in a shooting in the Major Bay area on Dec. 12, police announced two days later. At 3 p.m. …
December 22, 2022
House passes 2023 budget
Legislators celebrated the allocation of funds to several delayed capital projects before passing the 2023 budget on Dec. 21, but they also called attention to other stalled work and took …
December 22, 2022
Commission still seeking feedback on Constitution
The window to provide feedback on the territory’s next Constitution is likely to close next month, and the Constitutional Review Commission is strongly encouraging residents to weigh in. In recent …
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December 22, 2022
Panto brings holidays to HLSCC
With a flick of their scarves and twirl of colourful umbrellas, the cast of this year’s Christmas pantomime welcomed audience members at H. Lavity Stoutt Community College to experience an …
December 20, 2022
2022 festival events enjoyed, survey shows
Seeking guidance on what events should be featured during August Emancipation Festival and how they should be funded, the government’s Central Statistics Office launched a survey in August. The results are …
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December 20, 2022
Guv gives one year to fix interests register
After “much consideration,” Governor John Rankin announced his plan to assent to the Register of Interests (Amendment) Act, 2022 despite his misgivings about amendments legislators made behind closed doors. However, …
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December 20, 2022
Santa visits Nanny Cay
The jolly man of the hour made his early visit to Nanny Cay on Dec. 9, where he welcomed families celebrating the holidays and supporting the territory’s animal friends. The …
December 19, 2022
Virgin Islands’ four telecoms renew licences
The territory’s four telecommunications providers all have recently renewed their unitary licences, allowing them to continue operating here for a second 15-year period subject to compliance assessments every five years, …
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December 16, 2022
Fahie trail bumped to July
A Florida court has granted former Premier Andrew Fahie’s request to bump his trial date to July 17, a year after it was initially set to begin. The trial — …