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Archive for September, 2024

Ferry crew member arrested, suspected of importing drugs

Ferry crew member arrested, suspected of importing drugs

A crew member of a popular ferry operating between BVI and the neighbouring US Virgin Islands (USVI) was arrested on Monday, September 9, on suspicion of drug importation after marijuana was discovered aboard the vessel. According to highly placed sources, […]

by / on September 12, 2024 at 8:00 AM /
A violent last 18 months in the BVI

A violent last 18 months in the BVI

Statistics from the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) reveal that 2023 recorded the highest number of crimes that resulted in serious harm or death over the past three years. In many instances, 2024 is closely trailing, indicating that the […]

by / on September 12, 2024 at 7:39 AM /
Young people prevented from building wealth — Skelton

Young people prevented from building wealth — Skelton

Opposition Leader Ronnie Skelton has raised concerns that local young people in the BVI are finding it increasingly difficult to build wealth due to financial regulations. During a recent debate in the House of Assembly, Skelton expressed frustration over the […]

by / on September 12, 2024 at 7:28 AM /
UK OT’s Minister to visit BVI in November

UK OT’s Minister to visit BVI in November

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley announced that he looks forward to welcoming UK Overseas Territories Minister Stephen Doughty to the Virgin Islands in early November and introducing him to the people of the territory. Premier Wheatley said he met with Minister […]

by / on September 12, 2024 at 7:24 AM /
Governor Pruce unaware of unsigned Bills passed by HOA

Governor Pruce unaware of unsigned Bills passed by HOA

During a recent press conference, Governor Daniel Pruce addressed concerns about unsigned bills passed by the House of Assembly. The Governor admitted that he was unaware of any significant delays in approving Bills other than those related to the Commission […]

by / on September 12, 2024 at 6:14 AM /
Gov’t dropped the ball on VG healthcare — Levons

Gov’t dropped the ball on VG healthcare — Levons

Former political candidate Coy Levons has criticised the government’s handling of healthcare issues in Virgin Gorda following the tragic death of resident Revovion ‘Bucky’ Sprauve. Levons expressed concern that the island’s healthcare system has not met the needs of its […]

by / on September 11, 2024 at 7:54 AM /
WINAIR explores direct flights to Virgin Gorda

WINAIR explores direct flights to Virgin Gorda

WINAIR, a regional airline with a long history in the Caribbean, is considering adding direct flights to Virgin Gorda. The airline’s CEO, Hans van de Velde, shared this information during an interview with JTV recently. During the interview, van de […]

by / on September 11, 2024 at 7:48 AM /
Poor management! Premier shouldn’t be handling bush cutting

Poor management! Premier shouldn’t be handling bush cutting

Territorial At-Large Representative Stacey ‘Buddha’ Mather has slammed the government’s poor management of the BVI, pointing to the untidy appearance of the territory’s roadsides as just one example of its poor record in office. Mather criticised the government’s decision to […]

by / on September 11, 2024 at 7:45 AM /
Venezuelan man fined $6,500 after pleading guilty to illegal entry

Venezuelan man fined $6,500 after pleading guilty to illegal entry

Venezuelan national Ricardo Martinez who was among a group involved in a  high speed chase with police last month, was fined $6,500 for illegal entry after pleading guilty in the Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday, September 10.Magistrate Christilyn Benjamin imposed the […]

by / on September 11, 2024 at 7:33 AM /
Health Ministry to launch BVI Moves wellness programme

Health Ministry to launch BVI Moves wellness programme

The Ministry of Health and Social Development has announced the launch of the BVI Moves programme to commemorate Caribbean Wellness Day on Saturday, September 14, under the theme, “Power Through Collective Action.” The programme will kick off with a run […]

by / on September 11, 2024 at 6:26 AM /