The closure of the East End Long Look clinic for nearly three weeks has sparked outrage from Eighth District Representative Marlon Penn, who has voiced deep concern and disappointment over the situation. Penn stated that the clinic’s closure was due […]
Archive for July, 2024
Red carpet roll-out for inaugural Virgin Islands Icon Awards
Red carpets rolled out to fit the festive black-tie dress code, as guests arrived adorned in classically coloured gowns and suits for the inaugural Virgin Islands Icon Awards on July 1. The event celebrated outstanding achievements across various fields in […]
Mather blasts law enforcement review report
Territorial At-Large Representative Stacey ‘Buddha’ Mather has criticised the recent law enforcement review commissioned by the Governor, claiming it exposes the territory’s national security weaknesses. Speaking in the House of Assembly recently, Mather described the 175-page document containing 138 recommendations […]
Hurricane Beryl tearing through the Caribbean
BBC: A deadly hurricane which has been tearing through the Caribbean is intensifying as it moves towards Jamaica. Hurricane Beryl is now a category five storm, meaning its winds and storm surges could prove catastrophic. The storm made landfall on […]
PHOTOS: OneVI Poker Run 2024
The One VI Music Festival concluded its festivities with the One VI Poker Run on Sunday, June 30, when BVI native Jordan Romney won the best hand in the competition and ultimately gained first place. He was awarded an $8,000 […]
Dinghy theft on the rise! Police urge boaters to protect vessels
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is urging boaters and charter companies to enhance security measures due to increased dinghy thefts. With the recent uptick in dinghy thefts across the territory, the RVIPF has intensified its efforts to combat […]
Windward Islands on alert as Beryl advances
Residents across the Caribbean are bracing for Hurricane Beryl’s impact, with expectations of three to six inches of rain, hurricane-force winds, and dangerous storm surges. Swells generated by Beryl are likely to create hazardous surf and rip currents, further adding […]