Government of Jamaica has officially appointed Mr. Paul Dennis, KC, as its Honorary Consul to the British Virgin Islands (BVI). Mr. Dennis, Senior Partner of the local law firm O’Neal Webster and a Jamaican national residing in the Territory for the past thirty-two years, paid a courtesy call on Honourable Dr. Natalio Wheatley, Premier of the Virgin Islands, during which time he formally presented his credentials and discussed areas of potential cooperation between the two Caribbean neighb...

Residents of the Virgin Islands are being urged to take action against mosquito-borne diseases as the Territory observes Caribbean Mosquito Awareness Week from May 12 to16.Acting Deputy Chief Environmental Health Mrs. Shamelle Thomas said the Environmental Health Division will be observing the week under the theme: "Small Bite, Big Threat – Stop Disease Transmission, Start Source Reduction."Mrs. Thomas said that this year’s campaign focuses on empowering communiti...

Speaker of the House of Assembly Honourable Corine N. George-Massicote and Deputy Clerk, Mr. Linton V. Leonard are attending the Commons and Overseas Territories Speakers Conference (COTSC 2025) in London.The conference will be held from May 13 to May 16 and will see a coming together of parliamentary leaders from across the Commonwealth Overseas Territories, facilitating the exchange of knowledge, discussion on best practices, and strengthening of inter-territorial cooperation.Speaker Honourabl...

The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force is investigating a report of an armed robbery that occurred at a popular bar in the Sea Cows Bay area late Monday night,12th May 2025.Reports indicate that several armed individuals entered the establishment and demanded valuables. No injuries have been reported.Police responded, and have since launched an investigation into the incident.The RVIPF is appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the incident or who has information that could assist with this in...

In a bold step to address the recurring issue of unregulated and illegally-operated motorbikes, the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has launched a new initiative to crush unclaimed and unlawfully operated bikes and scooters that have been seized and are no longer required as evidence.Traditionally, once seized bikes or scooters were unclaimed for a period, they were auctioned to the public. However, this approach has led to an unfortunate trend: many of the same bikes resurface on the ...

The Ministry of Communications and Works is set to implement a two-way traffic configuration along Upper Main Street on June 1.This is part of the Upper Main Street Initiative aimed at alleviating congestion in Road Town and enhancing mobility throughout the city center. The primary goals of this project also includes enhancing traffic efficiency and mobility throughout the capital, improving road safety for motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians and implementing essential road repairs, resurfacin...

Governor, Mr. David Archer, Jr. is acting in the Office of Governor until 20th May in the absence of His Excellency the Governor, Mr. Daniel Pruce, who is out of the Territory.Deputy Governor Archer, Jr’s appointment is in accordance with section 37 (1) (a) of the Virgin Islands Constitution Order 2007. The section states, “During any period when the office of Governor is vacant, or the Governor is absent from the Virgin Islands or is for any other reason unable to perform the functi...

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Our newsroom is receiving information of a high afternoon murder in the West End area. We understand that it’s a high profile figure and we will bring updates as we receive information on this breaking news story. We extend our deepest condolences to the family. 

Centenarian Mrs. Esmie Estene Turnbull-Stoutt is the first Virgin Islander to receive the Government’s newly enhanced Centenarian Grant of $10,000 having reached the age of 100.Mrs. Turnbull-Stoutt is the recipient of the grant following the Cabinet of the Virgin Islands recent decision to approve an increase to the Centenarian Grant, doubling the amount from $5,000 to $10,000 in recognition of the Territory’s growing population of seniors and the invaluable contributions they have m...

The British Virgin Islands Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) proudly celebrated the remarkable careers of four of its dedicated employees, who recently retired after collectively contributing over 140 years of service to the Corporation.The retirees—Ms. Sonia Dasent, Mr. William Percival, Ms. Darmetta Hucey, and Mr. John Allen—were honoured during a heartfelt retirement party hosted at BVIEC’s Long Bush location, where colleagues gathered to extend their gratitude, share fond mem...

It hit us unexpectedly, frightened and disoriented us, like the 2:58am earthquake in the wee hours of Sunday morning that measured 5.63 on the Richter scale.The Queen on the chess board was placed across a line from whence, before all BVI, on a radio show, she demonstrated the definition of dichotomy.  And for the second time, in dramatic irony, the aggrieved was in China.The Queen must surely be in total agreement with the Phantom of The Opera.When Phantom went to ‘The Final Lair (Do...

The Territory commemorated the visit of Norwegian Cruise Line’s Aqua with a plaque exchange ceremony on 7th May held onboard the vessel while berthed at the cruise pier in Road Harbour, Tortola.The Norwegian Aqua is the first ship in Norwegian Cruise Line’s Prima Plus Class and brings a fresh wave of innovation to the fleet. One of her standout features is the Aqua Slidecoaster, a hybrid rollercoaster and waterslide.&nb...

Well, well since we spoke on Boundaries. Let's dive into letting go. Truly releasing and serving you instead of them. Most times, we fall into a cycle whether toxic or not that keeps our body into constant flight or fight mode. The never-ending battle within ourselves to help, to try harder, to chase, to settle, to solve things and people. Instead of trying to win anybody or things over, focus on being the best version of You!Best Sleep I Ever Got. Hello You! The best sleep I ever ...

Reports are that a male student of the Elmore Stoutt High School was arrested today, Tuesday May 6, 2025, after slapping and using his fists on a female teacher. We understand the student was arrested for causing bodily harm. We are uncertain of what caused the altercation. This is a breaking news story. GBM will update as details become available. 

The US Border Patrol has released information and images on their official Facebook page, of the capture of Erik Rabsatt, suspect in the murder of Virgin Islander and US Army Veteran Jaimez Stoutt. Jaimez Stoutt who was 31 at the time, was fatally shot during the early morning hours of December 11, 2021, sometime at a popular Nightclub and Sports Bar in Free Bottom, Tortola. The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) issued a warrant for Rabsatt’s arrest in connection to Stout...

They interred His Holiness last Saturday.  The funeral service commanded the presence of world leaders given the pontiff’s unique position as a head of state (Vatican City) while he remains head of the ‘Holy See.’ (The Catholic Church.)The world is paying a keen interest in who emerges from the conclave as the next pope and whether his policies will cast any light on what can only be described as the increasing displays of inhumanity across the globe.Mutual respect is at a...

Four members of the Caymanian Community Party (TCCP), together with four members of the Cayman Islands National Party (CINP) and three independent representatives, will form an eleven-member coalition Government. The group delivered their signed letter to Her Excellency the Governor at approximately 8pm last night, May 1.  The official swearing in will take place on Tuesday, 6th May 2025. The coalition will have Andre Ebanks, leader of the TCCP as Premier, Gary Rutty of the CINP a...

Last week we spoke about Betrayals and Healing but in order to "Heal", you must set clear, outlined boundaries on what it is you've learnt from this experience, how you plan to overcome and what will you allow in your future relationships. You have to remember a woman who is connected to her true self does not try to fix or change a man. Her first responsibility is to herself and her needs, as such she is fully able to release what no longer serves her. Stop falling for the breadcr...

Premier and Minister of Finance Honourable Dr. Natalio Wheatley has given the assurance that the Virgin Islands is very committed to transforming its electric power infrastructure, particularly in transitioning to sustainable sources.The Premier was addressing the Caribbean Electric Utility Services Corporation (CARILEC) 2025 Symposium and Lineworkers Rodeo hosted by the Territory for the first time. Premier Wheatley said that the government was on the verge of transitioning the sister island of...