Authorities in the Virgin Islands are seeking public assistance in locating Monica Marcela Pineda, a Colombian passenger who disembarked from a cruise ship but failed to reboard. According to officials, Pineda arrived in the Virgin Islands aboard the Norwegian Sky on Sunday, April 28th. However, she did not return to the vessel before its departure … Continued
Virgin Islands long jumper Chantel Malone made an impressive return to competition, leaping 6.26m (20-06.50) to finish fourth at the East Coast Relays in Jacksonville, Florida on April 26th. The BVI Olympic Committee recently shared the news in a Facebook post. It was Malone’s first event since recovering from a knee injury and subsequent surgery … Continued
The Department of Immigration is urging the public to be on alert and report any suspicious persons or activity as officers search for a group of illegal migrants believed to have recently entered the Territory. On Thursday, April 25th, the Immigration Department received a tip about suspected illegal migrant activity on Peter Island. After coordinating … Continued
Residents across the British Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, and U.S. Virgin Islands experienced shaking early Sunday morning after a 4.8 magnitude earthquake struck the region around 8:23 am. According to preliminary data from the United States Geological Survey, the quake originated approximately 78 kilometers or 48 miles from Road Town, Tortola, at a depth of … Continued
The Sophie Bay road is reopened to the public after the completion of necessary clean-up efforts following the incident involving an overturned truck that left the road covered in debris and fuel on Friday. Following the initial incident, the road was covered in sand, much to the confusion of some members of the motoring public. … Continued
The Coral World Ocean Park and Reef Initiative (CWORI) team has shared the unfortunate news that a humane decision was made to euthanize Puzzle, a green sea turtle who was transferred into their care after being rescued in the British Virgin Islands by the Association of Reef Keepers (ARK) and Cainines, Cats & Critters – … Continued
Premier Hon. Dr. Natalio Wheatley has formalized a new partnership between the Virgin Islands and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) by signing the BVI Initiation Plan. Four key focus areas were identified: 1. The Blue Economy 2. The Digital Economy 3. Governance and Sustainability 4. Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation Through the Initiation Plan, … Continued
After years of planning and restoration following the devastating Hurricanes Irma and Maria in 2017, the Biras Creek Resort has reemerged as the reimagined Biras Marina & Resort. The property’s management welcomed back the public in a recent blog post.”We are thrilled to welcome you back at Biras, a legendary place in the North Sound,” … Continued
A truck has overturned at Sophie Bay leaving the road littered with debris just as many Virgin Islanders are preparing to leave their homes. Motorists on Tortola, particularly those traveling to or from East End on the morning of Friday, 26 April, are urged to take precautions during their morning commute and consider alternate routes. … Continued
The BVI Airports Authority marked a new era today with the unveiling of its rebranded identity and logo. The event highlighted the significance of the visual rebrand and recognized the collaborative effort behind its creation. Kurt Menal, Managing Director of the BVI Airports Authority, opened the ceremony by emphasizing the importance of the rebranding initiative. … Continued
