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Premier hails St Martin’s entry into OECS as ‘historic’

Premier hails St Martin’s entry into OECS as ‘historic’

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley praised St Martin’s accession to the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS), calling the move a “historic occasion” and a critical step for regional cooperation amid global uncertainty. Speaking from St Martin during the 76th Meeting […]

by / on March 21, 2025 at 7:44 AM /
RVIPF clarifies arrest of person of interest in circulating video

RVIPF clarifies arrest of person of interest in circulating video

The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has clarified that the individual seen in a widely circulated video is a person of interest in ongoing burglary investigations and not an escaped convict, as previously stated in some local circles. In […]

by / on March 21, 2025 at 7:11 AM /
Prison hosts second annual inmate debate

Prison hosts second annual inmate debate

His Majesty’s Prison announced its continued partnership with the New Life Baptist Church on the recently concluded second annual inmate debate which is intended to boost inmate morale. The debate occurred for the second year under the theme, “How Can […]

by / on March 21, 2025 at 6:58 AM /
Man dies after stabbing in Virgin Gorda

Man dies after stabbing in Virgin Gorda

A man has died following a stabbing incident in Gun Creek, Virgin Gorda, around 8 am today, Thursday, March 20. According to the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF), the victim was transported to the Dr. D. Orlando Smith Hospital, […]

by / on March 20, 2025 at 2:18 PM /
Gov’t officials meet to discuss policy implementation

Gov’t officials meet to discuss policy implementation

Government ministers and senior officials recently met to discuss implementing key legislative measures and strategic plans for the Virgin Islands. The meeting brought together ministers, permanent secretaries, and department heads to review policies and align government priorities with national development […]

by / on March 20, 2025 at 7:59 AM /
Elected leaders must control all areas of governance — Premier

Elected leaders must control all areas of governance — Premier

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has emphasised the need for elected officials to take control of all areas of governance, arguing that full authority is necessary for effective leadership and decision-making in the territory. Speaking in the House of Assembly recently, […]

by / on March 20, 2025 at 7:50 AM /
Ferry Terminal shouldn’t cost more than $5M, says former BVIPA boss

Ferry Terminal shouldn’t cost more than $5M, says former BVIPA boss

The cost of the West End Ferry terminal project has come under more scrutiny, with political commentator and former Managing Director of the BVI Ports Authority Claude Skelton Cline insisting the facility’s reconstruction should not exceed $5 million. The project, […]

by / on March 20, 2025 at 7:38 AM /
American celebrity chef to feature in ‘Taste of Virgin Gorda’

American celebrity chef to feature in ‘Taste of Virgin Gorda’

Celebrity chef JJ Johnson is set to feature in the highly anticipated Taste of Virgin Gorda on Saturday, March 22, at The Ruins in Nail Bay. The annual spring tasting event showcases the culinary delights of Virgin Gorda and the […]

by / on March 20, 2025 at 6:11 AM /
USVI man wanted for murder surrenders to RVIPF

USVI man wanted for murder surrenders to RVIPF

A US Virgin Islands national wanted for first-degree murder has surrendered to authorities in Tortola, months after an arrest warrant was issued in St. Thomas. According to the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF), 32-year-old Demare Encarnacion turned himself in, […]

by / on March 19, 2025 at 1:09 PM /
Should VIP insist Fraser and Smith join party ranks?

Should VIP insist Fraser and Smith join party ranks?

Political commentator and clergyman Claude Skelton Cline has urged the Virgin Islands Party (VIP) to require that Deputy Premier Julian Fraser and former Deputy Premier Lorna Smith formally join its ranks. The outspoken commentator contended that such a move would […]

by / on March 19, 2025 at 7:37 AM /