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Well well well, Hello You! You have acknowledged the random waves of emotions that hits and still stand firm in your journey for healing and growth. That's progress. That's transformation. That's finding you in the mix of chaos. May you always choose and find you. I Carry My Own PeaceMy body is scared —it trembles like wavesagainst a rocky shore,uncertain of the storms,yet yearning for the calm.I carry my own peace,like an island cradles the sea,silent and steady,rooted de...

Up to $200,000 in Investment Award Funding to Support Blue Economy Innovation in the Virgin Islands

Honourable Lorna Smith OBE, Junior Minister for Financial Services, Labour and Trade released a statement late Friday evening June 6, 2025, void of any substantial details, and lacking in transparency and accountability. It raised more questions than answers, and was striking for what it did not say as much as for what it did say.Smith sought instead, to defend her ‘reputation’ and threaten the freedom of the local press. She also sought to misguide the public and cast aspersions on ...

Virgin Gorda, British Virgin Islands – On the evening of June 8, 2025 Caribbean storyteller Collin D. Butler officially launched his enchanting new children’s book, Island Adventure: Caribbean Tales, at a lively event hosted at Fischer’s Cove Beach Hotel in The Valley, Virgin Gorda BVI. The occasion drew families, fans, and literary lovers to enjoy an evening of culture, creativity, and community.The launch event, held from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, featured a dynamic live reading of...

The Office of the Supervisor of Elections is advising the public that Voter Registration is ongoing, and individuals who are eligible to vote, should register to do so.In accordance with section two (2) of the Virgin Islands Constitution Order, 2007, an individual must be a Belonger, 18 years of age or older, and domiciled in the Virgin Islands to be able to vote.Persons must present a Virgin Islands Passport, with embossed seal, a Belonger’s Card or Belonger’s Certificate to registe...

June 11, 2025 — Silver Airways has announced the immediate cessation of all operations, leaving many travelers in the British Virgin Islands (BVI) and beyond in a state of uncertainty. The airline, based in Hollywood, Florida, had previously filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in December 2024, with hopes of restructuring. However, as of today, all flights have been canceled, and the airline's future remains bleak.Silver Airways, which had long served routes connecting Tampa, Orlando, and ...

Road to Recovery: Over 90% of the Territory Affected by Extended Power Outage

Minister for Education, Youth Affairs and Sports Honourable Sharie de Castro has announced that HLSCC graduates—whose degrees are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education will now be able to pursue the third year of a bachelor’s programme at the Richmond American University in London. Honourable de Castro in a statement at the Fifth Sitting of The Second Session of The Fifth House of Assembly reported that a Memorandum of Understanding MoU was signed with b...

There is blood in the streets and the hounds are sniffing.  A bank failed that was set up to help the Financial Services operatives to manoeuvre nimbly in the global financial environment.Of course, the people of the Territory need and deserve answers, especially given that characters are being assassinated and the reputation of the jurisdiction is at stake.  And, very often, the appearance of things and the things are not the same.And those who have long been after us to destroy ...

Who is attempting to silence the media?

Information reaching our newsroom, is that a body was just discovered in the waters on the Waterfront. This is a breaking news story. We will update as information becomes available. 

Look at you finding yourself again, getting back to the real you before you were broken by what you thought was Love. You are starting to smile again, you are exploring beautiful places to gain back what you thought was lost but even in those moments; sometimes, a wave hits you filled with raw emotions. And you feel it yet again. That hurt, that pain you thought was fading away. But, just remember every step in healing takes time and keep showing up for yourself, moment by moment. Even in the ch...

Information reaching our newsroom is that the head of VIDIC, Lisa Ann Violet, has tendered her resignation as CEO. Our newsroom has not been able to fully verify the information as there seems to be a tightening on information around the Bank of Asia situation.Violet was confirmed to the position in late 2024. Sources close to the situation are confirming that Violet has been attempting to take action on the bank for some time, however sources are confirming her hands, along with the h...

Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley, Former Deputy Premier Lorna Smith OBE, Kenneth Baker - FSC Complicit? Head of VIDIC Lisa Violet Allegedly Under Pressure for applying proper procedures on Bank of Asia (BVI) Limited.

The BVI Airports Authority is celebrating a major milestone in staff development, as four team members have successfully completed aviation training programmes.Duty Managers Ms. Paulette Cruz and Ms. Rikejah Fahie, have earned the prestigious designation of International Airport Professional (IAP) after completing the Airport Management Professional Accreditation Programme (AMPAP).  This is a rigorous, globally recognised program jointly delivered by Airports Council International (ACI) and...

Eleven inmates at His Majesty’s Prison received certificates of completion for participating in a six-week course designed to equip them with essential life skills for successful reintegration into society.The Reintegration Program, ran from March to May and was facilitated by a team of dedicated professionals who volunteered their time and expertise. Topics covered included financial management, marriage and the family, money matters, spiritual wholeness, and mental health awareness.This ...

We wonder when the Premier would think it appropriate to open a dialogue on independence with the people of the Territory?  We haven’t the faintest idea if he has considered the costs, obligations, responsibilities, threats and opportunities that accompany independence.We are not even a cohesive group in the Territory.  Whatever the country of origin of our guest workers and those who have chosen to make the BVI their home, they tend to form their own associations including count...

In a press release issued late yesterday evening May 29, 2025, the Financial Services Commission who is the regulatory body responsible for financial services and banking in the territory, and Virgin Islands Deposit Insurance Corporation, confirmed that the winding down process for Bank of Asia (BVI) Limited had begun. The statement read that the Virgin Islands Deposit Insurance Corporation (VIDIC) with the cooperation of the British Virgin Islands Financial Services Commission (the Co...

The Marine Safety Investigation and Reporting Authority (MSIRA), in the Premier’s Office, confirms that a single boating accident occurred on Sunday, 25th May, 2025, in Leverick Bay Marina, Virgin Gorda.  The single-vessel incident happened when a centre console powerboat, Anadanto, capsized, injuring all six individuals onboard the vessel.Chief Marine Safety Accident Investigator Mr. Jerome Padmore, confirmed that a comprehensive safety investigation is underway. Following establishe...