One person died this morning after losing consciousness in a tank on a barge located near Pockwood Pond, according to the police. BVI News understands that the deceased, whose identity is not yet known, was exposed to toxic chemicals around […]

Local commentator and attorney Daniel Davies has lambasted the territory’s cultural wear and territorial song for their lack of originality and authenticity. “Some people might say I’m wrong for saying this, but to me, our cultural wear looks like a […]

Deputy Premier Lorna Smith said though the community is worried about the rise in crime and violence, the decision to allow all police officers to carry and use firearms must be carefully considered. Ordinarily, only officers attached to the Royal […]

The long-awaited airport development project, which will see the expansion of the Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport is showing positive signs, as the government has awarded KPMG (BVI) Ltd the contract to undertake works related to the project. KPMG will […]

A joint operation between the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) and US Customs and Border Control led to the interception of a vessel suspected of carrying illegal immigrants. The incident unfolded just before midnight on February 14, and according […]

Royanson Arrington, 32, of Purcell Estate was charged with two counts of unlawful possession of controlled drugs after he was arrested earlier this week. Officers of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF), acting on information received, arrested multiple persons […]

The prosecution and defence teams have now filed legal briefs following the unprecedented drama that unfolded after the conviction of former Premier Andrew Fahie in Miami on drug and money laundering charges. Fahie was found guilty on February 8 of […]

It seems elected leaders are not yet out of the woods and could still see the governor getting additional powers if they fail to deliver the promised good governance reforms recommended by the COI. This was the impression given at […]

The Virgin Islands community is mourning the passing of Dr Quincy Lettsome, a pillar of education, history, and community, who passed away yesterday, February 13 at age 82. Born in Long Swamp, Tortola, Dr Lettsome dedicated five decades to shaping […]

Governor Daniel Pruce has met with victims of the brazen daylight robbery which occurred at the Aladdin boutique and jewellery store last Friday on Flemming Street in Road Town. The store typically sells high-end jewellery, colognes, and similar luxury items […]