The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is reporting five arrests between April 22 and 28. In its latest arrest blotter, the RVIPF listed those persons and their charges as follows: Unlawful Possession of a controlled drug Police arrested and […]
Articles By: Davion
‘Father would never intentionally hurt that child’
By Davion Smith, BVI News Journalist Realising he made what can be described as the single worst blunder of his life, Michael Fearon clutched the lifeless body of his beloved 11-month-old child, wrapped her in his arms, and crashed to […]
We will be taking action — Premier on UK decision
As the territory reacts to the UK’s decision to implement a policy that forces the BVI to reveal the names of all beneficial owners of offshore companies in the territory, government said it has been preparing for years for such […]
Local lawyers donating free legal advice; $20K to schools
Residents are being offered free legal advice from local lawyers, and three primary schools have a chance to win a share of $20,000 through a letter-writing contest being put on by the BVI Bar Association (BVIBA). The Bar Association is […]
Poker Run definitely on; massive support
The 17th edition of the annual Poker Run is being projected to be the biggest one yet; with international competitors already pouring in. The nautical event will be held on Sunday, May 27. According to event organiser Nick Willis, boat […]
East End senior citizens receive TV donation
Clarence Thomas Ltd (CTL) has donated a 50-inch flat screen television set to senior citizens who are part of the East End/Long Look Senior Engagement Programme. The company donated the $827 TV today at the East End/Long Look Community Centre. […]
How UK’s anti-money laundering bill affects BVI
On Tuesday (May 1) the United Kingdom Parliament approved an amendment to their Sanctions and Anti-Money Laundering Bill. The amendment mandates that public registers of beneficial ownership be imposed on the BVI and other British Overseas Territories by the year […]
Father of dead infant taken into custody — Police
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force said they have taken the father of the recently deceased 11-month-old girl in custody. The father was taken into custody in connection with the death of the infant. The infant was found unresponsive in […]
UK votes against BVI | Premier calls emergency meeting
Premier and Minister of Finance Dr D Orlando Smith has called an emergency government meeting in light of the United Kingdom parliament’s decision today to impose a public register of beneficial ownership on the BVI and other British Overseas Territories. […]
BVI to host first Flood Protection Awareness Week
For the first time, the British Virgin Islands will host a Flood Protection Awareness Week. The week will run from May 7 to 11 with a host of activities under the theme ‘Rebuilding a Flood Resilient Community Together’. According to […]