It has been confirmed by the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force that an accident occurred this morning involving a vehicle and four pedestrians. In an official statement the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force said, “Police can confirm an accident in the Carrot Bay area, around 6:15am today May 5th, where four pedestrians, on an early … Continued
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force have confirmed that they received reports of an Armed Robbery at Thelma’s nightclub in Virgin Gorda after midnight on May 4th, and are actively pursuing the investigation. It was reported that two masked men entered the establishment with what appeared to be firearms and removed two bags from an … Continued
In a recent Facebook post, 9th District Representative Hon. Vincent O Wheatley addressed being stripped of his duties as Minister for Natural Resources, Labor and Workforce Development in the proposed Unity Government of the Virgin Islands. He said, “I know many persons, especially in my District, that are feeling disappointed and angry at the proposed … Continued
At Large Representative Honourable Carvin Malone has broken his silence to clear the air following yesterday’s announcement of a National Unity Government, stating that he voluntarily gave up his position as a minister to support a unification geared at reforming the territory. During Wednesday’s press conference Acting Premier Dr. The Honourable Natalio Wheatley listed a … Continued
First case of Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG), performed in the BVI today at Bougainvillea Clinic. More to come on this story.
Premier Honourable Andrew Fahie has been granted a $500,000 corporate bond which means he could likely be released from federal detention in Miami prior to his May 25 arraignment. This was confirmed by international media news sites which said the decision came as a surprise after federal court Judge Alicia Otazo-Reyes rejected the prosecutors’ argument … Continued
A letter sent from the Premier’s Office and stamped by the International Affairs Secretariat in the Virgin Islands is said to have been unauthorized. The letter states, “The Office of the Premier of the Virgin Islands presents its compliments to the United States Office of International Affairs and has the honor to confirm that Honorable … Continued
The British Virgin Islands Government in collaboration with Her Majesty’s Loyal Opposition has proposed forming a National Unity Government. This was announced at an impromptu press conference held this morning by the Acting Premier Dr. The Honourable Natalio Wheatley. He said the proposed united government will be the stance taken as the way forward to … Continued
In a recent statement, The Rt. Hon. Amanda Milling issued a statement on her visit and discussion in the Territory of the Virgin Islands regarding the COI recommendations. Milling began, “I appreciate that recent events in the British Virgin Islands with the arrest of Premier Fahie have been shocking and concerning for everybody. The Commission … Continued
Confirmed reports reaching our newsroom have stated that a BVI Customs Officer died this morning while on duty at Her Majesty Customs Office building in Pasea Estate, BVI. The name of the officer is known but is being withheld until family members have been notified. The circumstances surrounding his death are unknown. In an official statement … Continued
