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...

Seniors shine at 2025 event.

The Ministry of Finance is encouraging relevant businesses and individuals to participate in the 2025 Business Conditions Survey as the government of the Virgin Islands seeks to analyse the state of the economy.This survey is also designed to assess changes in the business community, record market trends.Financial Secretary, Mr. Jeremiah Frett said, “A Business Conditions Survey provides the Government with information that can be used to predict changes in business conditions and assess t...

Premier of the Virgin Islands, Honourable Dr. Natalio D. Wheatley is scheduled to be on duty travel from today 28th May, 2025 to Saturday, 31st May, 2025.Deputy Premier and Minister for Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change Honourable Julian Fraser has been appointed to act as Premier and Minister of Finance from 28th to 31st May, 2025 while Premier Wheatley is away from the Virgin Islands.Premier Wheatley will attend the As...

A critical step towards sustainable water management in the Virgin Islands, commenced this week with the start of the installation of large-flow water meters at eleven (11) reservoirs across the Territory.The installation of the high-capacity meters began on 27th May, 2025 and is scheduled for completion on 25th June, 2025. The meters will allow the Water and Sewerage Department to accurately quantify the volume of water received into and distributed from each reservoir. The project wi...

Officials in the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports recently held a panel discussion with stakeholders in health and the private sectors on challenges and potential solutions in early childhood development in the Territory.Chief Education Officer Mrs. Orlandette Crabbe, Consultant Pediatrician in the BVIHSA Dr. Natasha Frett, Founder of Imagination Academy VI Ms. Sharia de Castro, and Education Officer with the responsibility for Early Childhood Development Ms. Kimberly George were ...

Mr. Raymond B. Grant has been appointed as the Deputy Superintendent of Prison at His Majesty’s Prison.Mr. Grant’s expertise includes appointments within the Jamaica Defence Force and His Majesty’s Prison, Turks and Caicos Islands. Throughout his 20-years with the Jamaica Defence Force, Mr. Grant achieved the ranks of Sergeant, Staff Sergeant, and Warrant Officer Class 2/Sergeant Major. In these roles, his responsibilities included training 3000 recruits, managing more tha...

The Office of the Deputy Governor has announced that the King’s Birthday Parade and Celebration in honour of His Majesty King Charles III, is set for Friday, June 13 at 9:00 a.m.The parade will begin at the Sir Olva Georges Plaza, continue along Waterfront Drive and conclude at the Queen Elizabeth II Park, where the celebration event will be held.His Excellency the Governor, Mr. Daniel Pruce will inspect all units of the parade, following which there will be a march-past, the hoisting of t...