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Pier Park eyes record year as it marks 10th anniversary

Pier Park eyes record year as it marks 10th anniversary

As it marked its 10th anniversary yesterday, the Tortola Pier Park Limited (TPPL) is projecting a record-breaking year for cruise arrivals, with Chief Executive Officer Vance Lewis pointing to the facility’s resilience through hurricanes and a global pandemic as the […]

by / on February 17, 2026 at 2:03 PM /
Karia Christopher laid to rest

Karia Christopher laid to rest

Scores of mourners turned out on Saturday, January 10, for the funeral service of Director of Communications for the Government of the Virgin Islands, Karia Christopher, who passed away suddenly last month. Christopher was remembered through heartfelt tributes from her […]

by / on January 11, 2026 at 11:12 AM /
PHOTO OF THE DAY: Happy New Year!

PHOTO OF THE DAY: Happy New Year!

Fireworks illuminate the night sky above the British Virgin Islands as the territory welcomes the New Year. From the air, the capital’s city lights and scattered celebrations mark a shared moment of reflection and renewal on New Year’s Eve. Photos […]

by / on January 1, 2026 at 11:07 AM /
New Year’s Eve festivities in photos

New Year’s Eve festivities in photos

Residents and visitors across the British Virgin Islands filled various entertainment venues throughout the territory to ring in the 2026 New Year. The Cyril B. Romney Tortola Pier Park, which hosted its ‘All That Glitters’ New Year’s Eve celebrations, and […]

by / on January 1, 2026 at 10:54 AM /
BVI hosts 27th annual Christmas in the City

BVI hosts 27th annual Christmas in the City

The 27th edition of Christmas in the City took place in Road Town over the weekend, featuring two nights of performances, children’s activities, and Santa appearances, including Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley, who dressed as Santa to distribute gifts to children. […]

by / on December 8, 2025 at 6:00 AM /
PHOTOS: Lobster Fest 2025 serves up food, fashion and fun

PHOTOS: Lobster Fest 2025 serves up food, fashion and fun

Just under a dozen restaurants participated in this year’s Anegada Lobster Fest, serving up dishes to delight food-lovers who flocked the sister island over the weekend. The event ran from November 28-30 and, as the BVI Tourist Board describes it, […]

by / on December 1, 2025 at 7:19 AM /
PHOTOS: Fungi Fest 2025

PHOTOS: Fungi Fest 2025

Culture came alive at Cyril B. Romney Tortola Pier Park on Saturday as residents and visitors turned out in strong numbers for Fungi Fest 2025, hosted by the Ministry of Culture. The annual showcase of Virgin Islands heritage delivered an […]

by / on November 16, 2025 at 10:58 AM /
Bishop Cline calls for protest over Governor’s removal of Vanterpool

Bishop Cline calls for protest over Governor’s removal of Vanterpool

Outspoken clergyman Bishop John Cline has called for a public protest outside Government House following Governor Daniel Pruce’s decision to remove Acting Police Commissioner Jacqueline Vanterpool from her post. Governor Pruce announced yesterday that Vanterpool — who has been Acting […]

by / on November 7, 2025 at 8:21 AM /
Governor names replacement after Vanterpool ousted

Governor names replacement after Vanterpool ousted

Governor Daniel Pruce has announced plans to appoint former Gibraltar Commissioner of Police Richard Ullger as Interim Acting Commissioner of Police, following his decision to remove Acting Commissioner Jacqueline Vanterpool and return her to her substantive post as Deputy Commissioner. […]

by / on November 7, 2025 at 8:15 AM /
Premier unveils record $550.6M budget for 2026

Premier unveils record $550.6M budget for 2026

Premier and Minister of Finance Dr Natalio Wheatley has unveiled the Virgin Islands’ largest ever budget, totalling a record $550.6 million for 2026. The figure marks a significant jump from the $382.67 million budget approved in 2024. Delivering his address […]

by / on November 7, 2025 at 8:06 AM /