Officers of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) continue to make significant progress in ongoing investigations into robberies and other property crimes across the Territory.On Wednesday, March 25, RVIPF officers conducted search operations at five properties linked to suspects in recent armed robberies. During the course of these operations, officers recovered a 9mm semi-automatic Glock pistol and a total of 41 rounds of assorted ammunition.Eight males were taken into custody as a res...

Five new members have been appointed to the Board of Directors of the BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA). This marks a significant step toward strengthening healthcare governance and oversight. Their appointment restores the Board’s quorum and allows critical decision-making and strategic initiatives to move forward.The newly appointed Board members, approved by Cabinet, include: • John Cline – Member• Noelene Levons• Mitsy J. Ellis-Simpson• Stacy Lloyd &ndash...

Ponce Health Sciences University (PHSU) will officially inaugurate its new school of medicine with fifty (50) students in July.The university’s campus will be based at the H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) in Paraquita Bay and in Road Town at the B&F Medical Building through a partnership with HLSCC and B&F Medical.Premier and Minister of Finance Dr. The Honourable Natalio Wheatley said many areas in the economy will benefit from the opening of the university in the Territ...

The Office of the Deputy Governor has launched a new strategic framework for the Public Service Transformation Programme.Public Service Transformation Manager, Mrs. Kishann Cupid-Braithwaite said the framework provides an updated position for the Public Service, considering the extensive work that has been completed and will guide future development.Mrs. Cupid-Braithwaite said, “The Public Service has worked extremely hard over the last few years to become an organisation that delivers Wor...

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The opening of the Ponce Health Sciences University (PHSU) School of Medicine in the Virgin Islands is expected to present a valuable opportunity for collaboration to enhance healthcare in the Territory.The medical school was launched on Monday as the Government of the Virgin Islands seeks to foster partnerships that will strengthen medical education, research, and patient care.Minister for Health and Social Development Honourable Vincent O. Wheatley said this milestone marks a commitment to str...

In recognition of World Water Day, Seven Seas Water Group (SSWG) proudly awarded the winners of the Prize for Water Science, the highest-scoring water science projects at the recently held National Science Fair.The prize celebrates students who have demonstrated outstanding scientific inquiry into water-related challenges, reinforcing the importance of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) education in the British Virgin Islands. This year’s winners are:Secondary ...

The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force has made progress in its investigation into the recent stabbing incident in Virgin Gorda, which claimed the life of Rasheel Thomas Alexander.Drew Farrell, 42, of The Valley, Virgin Gorda, has been formally charged with Manslaughter in connection with this incident. He remains in custody pending his appearance before the Magistrate’s Court.The RVIPF continues to urge members of the public to report any information that may assist this or any other inves...

Mrs. Orlandette Crabbe has been confirmed as Chief Education Officer within the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, effective June 2024.Mrs. Crabbe’s appointment to the position comes following an Acting Appointment.As Chief Education Officer, Mrs. Crabbe will continue to supervise the administration and management of the Department of Education to ensure educational standards are maintained and continually developed throughout the Territory.Mrs. Crabbe has extensive experienc...

Mrs. Heida Selwood has been confirmed as Deputy Chief Education Officer within the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs ands Sports, effective June 2024.Mrs. Selwood’s appointment to the position comes following an Acting Appointment. She boasts an extensive career in education in the Virgin Islands, having served as a Teacher, Head of Department and Assistant Principal (Ag.) at the Bregado Flax Educational Centre. Mrs. Selwood’s experience also includes an appointment as Education O...

Inmates at His Majesty’s Prison recently participated in the second annual Inmate Debate, an initiative designed to support rehabilitation and personal transformation.The debate themed, "How Can My Positive Prison Experience Make an Impact in Society?" was a collaborative effort between His Majesty’s Prison and the New Life Baptist Church and reflected a shared commitment to fostering positive change within the prison system.Two teams of five inmates presenting arguments on...

The Ministry of Health and Social Development has announced that the numbers of Hand Foot and Mouth Disease (HFMD) in the Virgin Islands has risen to 66 and is encouraging the community to take proactive measures to stop its spread.Acting Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Ronald Georges confirmed that there is a rise in confirmed cases of the disease that is primarily affecting children across early childhood learning centres and pre-primary schools.Dr. Georges said, “To mitigate spread, the Publ...

The Honourable Myron Walwyn was sworn in by Governor Daniel Pruce today as the new Leader of His Majesty’s Opposition. The move comes after a letter was delivered to the Governor on Friday March 21, 2025, signed by all three (3) Members of the newly united Alliance Opposition team which consists of Walwyn (D6), Turnbull (D2), and At large Representative Mather.The ceremony was attended by members of recently formed opposition alliance Hon Melvin M. Turnbull (D2), and Hon Stacy R. Mather.No...

The Senior’s Home in Virgin Gorda is receiving some well needed upgrades, thanks to businessman Lesmore Smith.The repair works include the repainting of the building, installation of an airconditioning unit and the extension of the deck. Smith is doing the work voluntarily.District Nine Representative and Minister for Health and Social Development, Hon Vincent O. Wheatley, lauded the project non his Facebook page on Saturday March 22nd;“Big shout out to Mr. Lesmore Smith for improvin...

The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force can confirm that one male has been arrested in connection with a stabbing incident that occurred on March 20 in GunCreek, North Sound, Virgin Gorda.The incident took place shortly after 8:00 a.m. and resulted in one male sustaining serious injuries. He was transported to the Dr. D. Orlando Smith Hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries. The deceased has since been formally identified as Rasheel Thomas Alexander, 27 of Virgin Gorda.The Royal Virgin ...

Oran C. Roebuck will retire as Banco Popular’s VI Division Manager on March 31 after 25 years of service.

Reliable sources have confirmed that three (3) of the Opposition Members, who now identify as the Alliance, Hons Myron Walwyn, Stacy Mather and Melvin Mitch Turnbull, have written a letter to Governor Daniel Pruce on Friday March 21, 2025, asking that Honourable Walwyn be made Opposition Leader.It was early February that the three (3) Members united, and presented themselves as an Alliance during a planned press conference.Guavaberry Media will bring a full story by end of day Monday based on pe...

The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is actively investigating a series of burglaries and attempted burglaries reported in the Diamond Estate, Spooners Estate, and Anderson Estate areas.One individual, Akim Stevens, of no fixed address, has been arrested and formally charged with Burglary and Attempted Burglary in connection with these incidents.His arrest followed the circulation of video footage on social media, shared by homeowners in the affected communities.Commissioner of Police J...

The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force has arrested and charged 39-year-old Kurt Rabsatt of Old Plantation with Burglary following investigations into a series of burglaries in the East End area.Rabsatt appeared before the Magistrate’s Court on March 21 and was offered bail in the amount of $20,000. If granted, the bail would be subject to curfew conditions requiring him to remain at home between the hours of 9:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. every day.Should he be seen in public during curfew hours,...

We wonder what A. J “Tony” Edwards would have said about the presence of Vybz Kartel in the BVI. We appreciate that he was a ‘recien llegada’ (just come) to the Territory since he only sailed in on a March day in 1982.He may, however, have recognized that, when the electorate was asked to vote-in a ‘young,’ green (no pun intended) team in favour of a more seasoned, mature group, they went for youth.How did they think youth would entertain itself? And why fuss ...