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USVI governor to visit BVI for charter fee talks on Friday

USVI governor to visit BVI for charter fee talks on Friday

USVI Governor Albert Bryan Jr. is set to visit the British Virgin Islands on Friday, March 7, to continue discussions with Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley regarding the proposed fee increases on USVI-based charter yacht operations in the BVI. During a […]

by / on March 4, 2025 at 6:27 AM /
PHOTOS: Heroes Live Forever Concert

PHOTOS: Heroes Live Forever Concert

The Virgin Islands honoured its first Chief Minister and National Hero, H. Lavity Stoutt, with a spectacular concert on March 2, celebrating his lasting impact on the territory. The event, themed Heroes Live Forever: The H. Lavity Stoutt Concert, paid […]

by / on March 3, 2025 at 10:50 AM /
Lavity Stoutt’s vision must live on through residents

Lavity Stoutt’s vision must live on through residents

The Virgin Islands paid tribute to its first Chief Minister and National Hero, H Lavity Stoutt, in a grand concert yesterday, March 2, celebrating his enduring legacy.  Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley called on residents to continue the work started by […]

by / on March 3, 2025 at 8:00 AM /
Premier envisions increased role for Lorna Smith

Premier envisions increased role for Lorna Smith

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has signalled an increased role for former Deputy Premier Lorna Smith within his government, particularly in the financial services sector. During a recent press conference, Dr Wheatley confirmed his intention to work more closely with Smith, […]

by / on March 3, 2025 at 7:52 AM /
ATM robberies raise concern

ATM robberies raise concern

The following is a media release from the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF). The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is alerting the public  following a second armed robbery targeting individuals withdrawing cash from the Banco Popular ATM in […]

by / on March 3, 2025 at 5:06 AM /
Decaying body found in Virgin Gorda

Decaying body found in Virgin Gorda

The following is a media release from the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF). The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is investigating the discovery of a body along the shoreline at Handsome Bay Beach, near the airport, on Friday, […]

by / on March 1, 2025 at 6:55 PM /
Premier: BVI ‘will not be bullied’ in USVI charter dispute

Premier: BVI ‘will not be bullied’ in USVI charter dispute

Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley has made it clear that the BVI ‘will not be bullied’ amid growing tensions over economic policies affecting the marine sector. He raised concerns about an economic imbalance favouring the US Virgin Islands (USVI) over the […]

by / on February 28, 2025 at 2:18 PM /
Police investigating theft of rental cars

Police investigating theft of rental cars

The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is “actively investigating” the theft of two rental cars from MR Rentals in Paraquita Bay. In a press release issued today, Friday, February 28, police noted that the stolen vehicles—a Kia Picanto and […]

by / on February 28, 2025 at 1:04 PM /
Smith urges greater bank involvement in BVI business community

Smith urges greater bank involvement in BVI business community

Territorial At-Large Representative Lorna Smith is calling for greater involvement from banks in supporting businesses across the British Virgin Islands. Speaking at the ceremonial opening of the new Entrepreneurial Zone in Huntum’s Ghut, Smith emphasised the need for banks to […]

by / on February 28, 2025 at 8:03 AM /
Customs bill faces concerns over potential abuse of power

Customs bill faces concerns over potential abuse of power

The Customs Management and Duties Amendment Number 2 Bill of 2025 faced scrutiny from opposition legislators who voiced concerns about the potential for abuse of power. Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley introduced the bill in the House of Assembly earlier this […]

by / on February 28, 2025 at 7:47 AM /