A man was arrested in Cane Garden Bay following an altercation outside a local business on the evening of September 28. The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) said the incident began as a verbal confrontation before escalating into a […]
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Police say they maintain presence in CGB even when station is empty
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has addressed public concerns regarding the police presence in Cane Garden Bay (CGB), where a police station operates on limited hours and staffing. Following discussions on a popular radio show, the RVIPF clarified […]
It’s official! Vybz Kartel to perform in BVI in March 2025
After much public speculation, local event promoter Steve Parillon of YOLO Promotions has confirmed that prominent dancehall artiste Vybz Kartel is officially slated to perform in the British Virgin Islands in March 2025. A video circulating on social media shows […]
Anti-Kartel gov’t ministers urged to back Opposition
Following news that two government legislators have voiced disapproval of dancehall artist Vybz Kartel’s upcoming performance in the BVI—an initiative reportedly endorsed by Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley—a member of His Majesty’s Loyal Opposition has called on those legislators to support […]
Fraser bemoans neglected Third District
Third District Representative Julian Fraser recently raised serious concerns in the House of Assembly, accusing the government of neglecting his constituency. Fraser criticised the lack of development and attention his district has received, particularly regarding essential infrastructure and maintenance projects. […]
Government’s road project must be re-tendered, says Penn
Eighth District Representative Marlon Penn has called on the government to retender its 30-mile road project, expressing concerns about transparency, accountability, and potential mismanagement of public funds. During a recent sitting in the House of Assembly, Penn insisted that a […]
14 primary schools benefit from SMART schools project
Fourteen primary schools across the territory recently benefited from a SMART schools project aimed at enhancing resilience and sustainability in educational facilities through the Resilience, Sustainable Energy, and Marine Biodiversity (RESEMBID) programme. The project seeks to expand its mission to […]
Deputy Premier opposes reported ‘Vybz Kartel concert’ in BVI
Deputy Premier Lorna Smith has responded to claims that popular Jamaican dancehall artiste Vybz Kartel, whose real name is Adidja Palmer, is being contracted by the government to perform in the BVI. In a radio conversation with ZBVI today, Smith […]
BVI man detained in USVI in smuggling case
A BVI man has been arrested and detained in the United States Virgin Islands (USVI) after being accused of involvement in a human smuggling operation. Danny Dennevil, 34, of Tortola, is facing charges related to illegally bringing foreign nationals into […]
Why isn’t BVI doing fish farming?
Why haven’t local stakeholders made significant efforts toward fish farming in the British Virgin Islands? Fish farming, which has the potential to bolster the BVI’s economy, has been discussed on various platforms but remains an unfulfilled promise. Talk show host […]