The Department of Immigration is pleased to announce the launch of a new online application for obtaining Residence and Belonger Status’ in the Virgin Islands. This user-friendly portal aims to streamline the application process, making it easier and more efficient for individuals to apply for status.The new online application, accessible at https://gov.vg/immigration-department, allows applicants to submit their applications and supporting documents electronically, eliminating paper-...

His Majesty’s Prison (HMP), in partnership with the Association of Reef Keepers (ARK), has completed a rain and sensory garden at the Eslyn Henley Richez Learning Centre.As part of the initiative, the HMP woodwork shop team constructed a sturdy wooden bench and a colourful signpost to enhance the therapeutic garden, creating a welcoming and stimulating environment for students, parents, and teachers. ARK provided the materials, while HMP supplied skilled labour and workshop facilities.This...

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Information reaching our newsroom is that a Digicel technician was injured while working on a pole in West End, on Saturday, September 13, 2025. The unfortunate incident is said to have happened late afternoon, when the technician came into contact with a live wire.Although images show the man hanging unconscious from a pole, according to eyewitnesses, he had regained consciousness before being transported to the Dr. D Orlando Smith Hospital.Late Saturday afternoon, BVIEC put out the follow...

The BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) will undergo a scheduled IT infrastructure maintenance exercise today Monday, September 15, 2025. The maintenance exercise will result in a temporary interruption of the Authority’s internet and telephone services.The interruption will take place from 8:15 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. During this time, the BVIHSA will activate its downtime procedures. The public is therefore advised to take note of the following contact numbers for use while the interruption...

Information reaching our newsroom is that Dr. Robert Mathavious, OBE has died. He was the first Managing Director and CEO of the BVI Financial Services Commission. It is understood that he passed away at Jackson Memorial in Florida early this morning. Dr. Mathavious, OBE had a long career of over thirty-five years in public service, and retired as the head of the FSC on 31st December 2020. In that same year, he was honoured during the Queen’s 2020 Birthday Honours with an Order o...

Sachkia Barnes, owner of Barnes PR, a local public relations company, has filed a law suit in the Eastern Caribbean Court of Justice, to recover unpaid debt incurred for public relations work done for the National Democratic Party (NDP) during the 2019 elections. Both the NDP and Chairman at the time of engagement, Myron Walwyn were named in the lawsuit.  The filing in the Court was made on 20 June 2025, just ahead of the six (6) year statute of limitations deadline on which a debt cou...

The Rotary Club of Central Tortola has announced receipt of the Club Excellence Award for 2024–2025, bestowed by Rotary District 7020. This distinguished honor recognizes exceptional leadership, impactful service, and steadfast commitment to Rotary’s core values, making it one of the highest accolades a Rotary club can achieve.This milestone reflects the club’s unwavering dedication and collaborative spirit under the dynamic leadership of Immediate Past President Annill Daniel,...