Caribbean Airlines has announced the launch of new routes to Tortola, effective October 14 this year. In a press release dated August 12, the airline said its decision to begin flights to the BVI is part of its plan to […]
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Where is the government’s promised anti-crime summit?
Territorial At-Large Representative Stacy ‘Buddha’ Mather has intensified calls for a swift response to the territory’s escalating crime crisis. Despite a promised anti-crime summit and a comprehensive crime report, the territory continues to grapple with a surge in violent crime, […]
Virgin Islands man reportedly killed in Anguilla
BVI News understands that a Virgin Islander has been shot and killed in Anguilla. The victim has been identified as Kalik Aaron, the son of a well-known local businessman. He was reportedly killed in Anguilla late last night, Sunday, August […]
BVI now under tropical storm watch
The Department of Disaster Management (DDM) has advised that a Tropical Storm Watch has been issued for the territory, emphasising the potential for storm conditions within the next 48 hours. The alert follows the identification of a tropical disturbance […]
McMaster gave all he had, says coach
Kyron McMaster completed his second Olympic journey with a season-best time of 47.79 seconds in the 400m hurdles final, securing fifth place at the Paris 2024 Olympics. The event took place at the iconic Stade de France on August 9, […]
PHOTOS: Curtains close on 2024 Emancipation Festival
The 70th Emancipation festivities concluded inside the Road Town festival grounds on August 10 with enthralling performances from local and international acts and awards for of the previously announced winners from the August Monday Parade. The Road March 2024 title […]
Mather calls for full disclosure in legislative process
Territorial At-Large Representative Stacey ‘Buddha’ Mather strongly argued against bringing poorly drafted legislation to the House of Assembly, suggesting that bills should only be amended during the committee stage of parliamentary proceedings. The committee stage is a closed-door session in […]
Small Business Grant Programme officially announced
The Government of the Virgin Islands has officially announced its proposed Small Business Development Grant Programme that will offer up to $7,000 to help businesses overcome financial barriers and invest in their growth and expansion. The programme, which will be […]
PHOTOS: More culture, more fiesta at Carrot Bay
More activities took place on Friday, August 9, as day two of the Cultural Fiesta got underway. There was plenty of food and fun to keep patrons in high spirits as they enjoyed events like the sack race, tug-of-war, lime […]
Village vendors say poor festival planning caused fewer sales
As the BVI’s 70th emancipation festivities draw to a close, some vendors who set up shop inside the festival village in Road Town have expressed concerns about the event’s overall organisation, suggesting that it could have been better managed by […]