“Money doesn't make the man but the man isn't made without it.In little under 180 minutes, the Premier told us on Tuesday that he hopes to collect about $408M in revenue in 2025.  It is our money that he collects on our behalf and we can have a wishlist on how it is spent.Of course, we must bear in mind that at least 85% of the Territory’s fiscal commitments are set in stone.I remember where I was when I read Sebastian Junger’s ‘The Perfect Storm,’ the ...

The British Virgin Islands has been placed on Fodor’s list of destinations to reconsider visiting in 2025. The alarming article was released yesterday Wednesday, November 13th.  The BVI is listed under ‘Destinations That Are Beginning To Suffer’The article speaks to the condition of the Territory and the impact of cruise tourism on the destination. “British Virgin IslandsThe emphasis on cruise tourism is keeping tourist dollars out of resident’s hands, and...

The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has announced significant advancement in public safety and security measures through the ongoing upgrade and expansion of CCTV cameras to street surveillance cameras across the island of Tortola. Following the successful completion of the initial CCTV installation in July 2023, this upgrade marks a pivotal step toward ensuring comprehensive coverage and heightened security across key areas.Last year, a total of seventy (70) CCTV cameras were installe...

A criminal gang known as "Money Boys" (MB), is actively operating on Tortola stated a press release from the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) late this afternoon, Tuesday November 12th. The gang consists of approximately 25 young men, aged 17 to 25, from various communities across the Territory. The members of Money Boys are reportedly in possession of unlicensed firearms and have been linked to multiple violent incidents, including a shooting on Friday, November 8, 2024,...

The Public is being advised that due to the current weather conditions and ongoing Flash Flood Warning, clinic services and outpatient appointments at BVIHSA facilities may experience delays or cancellations.  Updates from the relevant authorities are being closely monitored and adjustments will be made accordingly.Patients with scheduled appointments are encouraged to stay tuned for further updates, as services may be accommodated later this morning if conditions improve. 

The Department of Disaster Management (DDM) is urging the public to stay off the roads this morning as safety assessments are made. There has been heavy rainfall overnight, leaving major areas across the Territory flooded. The Virgin Islands has been placed  under a flash flood warning due to the weather. “PUBLIC URGED TO STAY OFF THE ROADSWith heavy rainfall over the last 24-hours, flooding has occurred in low-lying areas. For the safety of work crews and motorists, th...

All public schools are closed across the Territory today, Monday November 11th, due to weather conditions.“Dear Parents and Community Members,Due to adverse weather conditions forecasted for today, Monday, 11th November, 2024, the Department of Disaster Management (DDM) has advised the closure of all public schools in the territory. This decision is to ensure the safety of our students and staff as cloudy spells with showers and thunderstorms are expected to impact the territorythroughout ...

 “King Duncan (Macbeth) said of the Thane of Cawdor: “There's no art to find the mind's construction in the face. He was a gentleman on whom I built an absolute trust.” Then he bestowed the honour of being Thane of Cawdor on his trusted General, Macbeth, who was already Thane of Glamis. The world changed on 5th November 2024.  The Americans voted on familiarity, taxes and national sovereignty.  We expect they will be more aggressive ab...

UpdateRVIPF StatementPolice responded to a report of a shooting in the Long Bush area shortly before 1pm this afternoon.Details surrounding the incident are unclear and officers are currently on the scene. More details would be provided as they become available.-End-Guavaberry Media is presently on the scene and understands that the shooting did not occur in close proximity of the school, however, the victim collapsed in front of the ESHS on Pickering Street. Police are currently on th...

Road Town Wholesale (RTW) has lowered the age requirement for their Senior Discount Program to 60. “We’re thrilled to lower the age requirement for our Senior Discount Program at RiteWay!” RTWAnother of their Community First initiatives, this one causing waves across the Territory, and just in time for the Christmas season. “Seniors enjoy exclusive savings on the essentials they love every day. It’s our way of giving back to those who give so much.” ...