As the United States marks 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence, Americans are reflecting on the meaning of freedom, self-determination, and nationhood. Across that vast nation, celebrations, ceremonies, and historical commemorations are underway to honor a defining moment in world history.But while the eyes of the world may be fixed on America’s semiquincentennial, there is another 250-year story of freedom that deserves recognition much closer to home.It is the ...

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI — Two men have been remanded to His Majesty’s Prison after officers of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) recovered an illegal firearm and ammunition during an operation in the East End district.The early morning operation, conducted on June 11, resulted in the seizure of a Glock pistol and six rounds of 9mm ammunition, according to police.Following the recovery, 50-year-old Antonio Diaz Montero and 40-year-old Wilson Lorenzo Perez were arrested...

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI — New mothers and newborns across the Virgin Islands are set to receive additional support following the launch of a new Hampers for Mothers initiative and the relaunch of the long-standing Books for Babies programme at the Dr. D. Orlando Smith Hospital on Thursday.The initiatives are the result of a collaborative effort between the British Virgin Islands Health Services Authority (BVIHSA), the Rotary Club of Road Town, Walkers BVI and the BV...

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI — The Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports is celebrating another year of academic excellence after the Class of 2026 achieved a Territory-wide graduation rate of 97 percent, with 248 students successfully meeting all requirements to graduate from the Virgin Islands public secondary school system.The impressive results highlight continued academic achievement across the Territory, with every male student eligible for graduation successfully completing...

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI — Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has lauded Virgin Islands sprint sensation Adaejah Hodge following her record-breaking performances at the NCAA Division I Outdoor Track and Field Championships in Eugene, Oregon, describing her achievements as a source of immense pride and inspiration for the Territory.In a congratulatory message issued on behalf of the Government and people of the Virgin Islands, the Premier praised Hodge for what he called an extraordinary displa...

PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, Virgin Islands — Virgin Islanders interested in pursuing careers in the hospitality, marine, and construction industries now have additional time to apply for fully funded training opportunities under the Government’s Let’s Build VI National Scholarship Programme.The H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC), in partnership with the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, has announced that the application deadline for the programme has be...

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, Virgin Islands — Former Miss British Virgin Islands queens will step back into the spotlight this weekend as they join the 2026 contestants for a day of culture, competition, and community spirit at the Royal Court Cultural Fun Day & Fish Fry.The event, which serves as the premier fundraiser for the Miss British Virgin Islands Pageant, will be held on Saturday, June 20, at the First Impressions School Grounds beginning at 11 a.m.Organizers say the family-friend...

PASEA ESTATE, Tortola, Virgin Islands — The British Virgin Islands is preparing to welcome nearly 250 athletes, coaches, officials and supporters next month as it hosts the prestigious Nagico and Interpath Junior Caribbean Squash Championships from July 10 to 16, 2026.The tournament, which will be staged at the Tortola Sports Club, is regarded as the premier junior squash competition in the Caribbean and is expected to attract approximately 150 of the region’s top young players....