Ms. Tisa Donovan has received high commendation as the first VI national to have graduated and received a Master’s Degree from an Asia university as part of the BVI /Asia Scholarship programme.Miss Danovan was recognised at a ceremony last week hosted by the Premier’s Office in conjunction with the Hong Kong Asia Office. Present students and newly enrolled students were also officially congratulated and highlighted.Premier and Minister of Finance Honourable Dr. Natalio D. Wheatley congratulate...

Well Hello You! Guess who's enjoying themselves and living life for them. It's you! And oh they feel it. They smell it, they know it and oh boy, they want it back not genuinely but selfishly. Because that glow up is personal and it shows deep within your core soul. What they didn't realized was you were the mirror that they avoided for so long. Now they finally see you. It's too bad. You are already gone.  She Was the MirrorHe used your softnesslike a balm for his bruised ego—took comfort in yo...

The Premier's Office has met with key stakeholders on Virgin Gorda and the surrounding islands, islets, and cays to discuss the current state of maritime safety in the Virgin Islands.The meeting was the second in a series and addressed urgent marine safety issues and preventative measures. It also encouraged collaboration among agencies and organisations dedicated to protecting the waters and marine environment of Virgin Gorda.The session addressed maritime safety deficiencies and concerns with ...

Nine young men incarcerated at His Majesty’s Prison were among the Class of 2025 graduating cohort that earned their high school certification.The inmates earned their certificates through the Alternative Secondary Education Programme (ASEP) and serves as a reminder of the role education plays in rehabilitation and reflects the Virgin Islands’ commitment to second chances, personal growth, and inclusive opportunity for all.Minister for Health and Social Development, Honourable Vincent O. Wheat...

The Safe Haven Transitional Centre under the Ministry of Health and Social Development, has announced the return of its community-driven Soup Kitchen initiative.The Soup Kitchen offers free warm bowls of soup to vulnerable individuals within the Virgin Islands community and will take place on Wednesday, July 23, from 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Safe Haven Transitional Centre in Johnson’s Ghut, located behind Davis Funeral Home.Director of the Safe Haven Transitional Centre Mrs. Nellville Geo...

The Ministry of Health and Social Development has announced that the re-implementation of the derelict disposal fee will commence September 1.This one-time disposal fee is based on vehicle weight and will be used to offset costs and support the ongoing removal and processing operations of derelict vehicles within the Territory.  Vehicle owners are expected to pay the fee at the time of renewing their vehicle license. The categories for each fee are as follows: Category A (1500-3000 lbs): $60 Cat...

Despite the sudden and unfortunate death of Thomas Warner, founder of the North Drop Open fishing tournament just a couple weeks ago, the event is set to proceed in a couple weeks. A message posted to the event’s Facebook page reads:“It’s with a heavy heart that we share the news of the loss of Thomas K Warner, a wonderful person whose impact on our community and instrumental role creating the North Drop Open was nothing short of extraordinary. We will forever be grateful for the passion, wis...

The British Virgin Islands Ports Authority (BVIPA) is advising the public to collect any cargo they may have at the port facilities within the allotted five working day period. The prompt collection of cargo helps the BVI Ports keep the BVI moving. During the Atlantic Hurricane Season, it is important that cargo be collected quickly due to potential inclement weather.To accommodate the upcoming Emancipation Festival holiday closure, the BVIPA will extend cargo clearance hours as follows:Saturday...

Five students from the Virgin Islands have been selected to represent the Territory at the 2025 FIRST Global Robotics Competition, scheduled to take place in Panama from 29th October to 1st November.The team comprises Jayron Gibson and Denae Scatliffe Chalwell, graduates of the Elmore Stoutt High School, Grade 12 students Judiah Case and Keyara Smith and Grade 11 student Eleazar Brooks of the Bregado Flax Educational Centre Secondary Division.The announcement was made by the Honourable Sharie de...

The Office of the Deputy Governor will launch its second Customer Service Care Centre at the Vanterpool Administration Building in Virgin Gorda on Thursday, 24th July.The Customer Service Care Centre which was launched on Tortola in 2020, serves as a multi-function hub for accessing Government services while providing in-person support for clients in need.Permanent Secretary within the Office of the Deputy Governor, Mrs. Sharleen DaBreo-Lettsome, MBE highlighted the importance of the centre’s w...

Hundreds gathered at the Multi-Purpose Sports Complex on Thursday, July 17, to pay their final respects to the late Mrs. Eileene L. Parsons, OBE, former legislator and cultural icon. The official funeral was held at the Multi-purpose Sports Complex. The day began with a solemn procession from the House of Assembly Chamber at 8:00 a.m., followed by a pre-service at 8:30 a.m. The funeral service commenced at 10:00 a.m., with tributes from family members, government officials, and community leaders...

The RVIPF has spent the past 36 hours dealing with gun incidences in the Territory, all incidences taking place in various areas of the Capital (Road Town). Four of the incidences which occurred in the past 12 hours, has seen one male arrested in the Huntum’s Ghut area last night Friday 18 July around 11pm, for gun possession. Police were on patrol in the area when the arrest was made. Police have confirmed an armed robbery outside of a nightclub in Road Town last night where one male was robbe...

Hello You! It surely is Summer, that Tortola heat is undeniable. So is your freedom and glow up. Oh it's showing! And they are noticing the difference in the swing, in your hugs and smile on your face. The temptation is roaring again loudly. But oh please hunny, that ain't for you. Not anymore. Now They Want to Come BackNow they want to come back—now that the glow-up is loud,now that your joy moves through roomsbefore you even step in.They see the face shining in the sun,the nails cute and shar...

The Foreign Office is sending Margaret Hodge, to the Territory in response to its displeasure with the Territory’s efforts to implement mechanism to fight financial crime. See yesterday’s article in the Guardian…https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/jul/16/uks-anti-corruption-champion-to-go-to-offshore-haven-on-fact-finding-missionThe Territory has missed the deadline to implement public Registers of company ownership. The Territory is also battling the Bank of Asia scandal that is now under...

The annual Rotary Club of Road Town Kiddies Fiesta is back for another year, the club announced in a press conference held yesterday Tuesday July 15.The Kiddies Fiesta which has been going for 30 years, will take place on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at the Enid Scatliffe Primary School playground.The Kiddies Fiesta Parade will be making an exciting return as well this year, after a short hiatus. The parade returns with the theme ‘Under the BVI Sea’ and starts at 9:00am. Registration for the parad...

Top student Johnney Immanuel Benjamin is the Ivan Dawson Memorial Scholarship Committee’s 2025 recipient of its annual scholarship award. Benjamin, a Class Six student at the Ivan Dawson Primary School, graduated as the top-performing student of the Class of 2025.Benjamin was presented with multiple awards and trophies in recognition of his academic achievements during the school’s graduation ceremony held on July 2, which also included the coveted Ivan Dawson Memorial Scholarship for Top Stud...

Police are confirming a shooting incident in the Purcell area a short while ago. Officers are currently on the scene. More information will be provided  as it becomes available.This is a breaking news story. 

The Ministry of Health and Social Development in collaboration with Unite BVI, launched their Wrap it Up campaign with key messages for the public to promote sexual health this festival season.Among key messages the Acting Chief Medical Officer would like the community to give serious consideration to the issue of consent in sexual relationships.  “Women are particularly vulnerable. Sexual violence is under reported in the Caribbean and we need to highlight the need for people and especially me...

The matter has now been turned over to the RVIPF.

From 1987 - 1994, Susan Howatch published a riveting 6 book series on the Church of England in which she dealt with faith, structure, societal and generational issues.  She was clear as she discussed aging for one of her protagonists that even when one travels in good health, the expectation is that ‘the circle of friends constricts; tales of illness and suffering multiply.’Elder neglect in the BVI is rampant regardless of the presence of caregivers.  For in those cases, training, empathy and ...