Concerns over road conditions, water supply, and overall beautification in Cane Garden Bay dominated a community meeting held Monday night between District Two residents, their representative Melvin “Mitch” Turnbull, and Minister for Communications and Works, Kye Rymer. Cane Garden Bay, one of the British Virgin Islands’ most popular tourism destinations, was at the centre of … Continued
After a strategic pause to rebuild, upgrade, and strengthen its maritime infrastructure, the H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) has officially announced the return of the STCW Basic Safety Training (BST) beginning February 2026, following recertification and approval by the United Kingdom’s Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA). The return of STCW training restores a vital … Continued
A U.S. government trade report has formally raised concerns that recent changes to the British Virgin Islands’ vessel licensing laws are harming the U.S. Virgin Islands economy, escalating a cross-border dispute that has now reached the White House, Congress, and multiple federal agencies. The Sixteenth Report to Congress on the Operation of the Caribbean Basin … Continued
The Virgin Islands Police Department (VIPD) is investigating a shark attack that claimed the life of a 56-year-old woman at Dorsch Beach on Thursday afternoon.According to VIPD, the 911 Emergency Call Center received multiple calls at approximately 4:28 pm on January 8, 2026, reporting that a female swimmer had been bitten by a shark at … Continued
Virgin Islander and Director of the National Parks Trust of the Virgin Islands (NPTVI), Dr. Cassander Titley-O’Neal, has been appointed by the Government of Bermuda as a Commissioner to the Sargasso Sea Commission. The appointment is authorised under the Hamilton Declaration, an international agreement developed through negotiations among governments with interests in Sargasso Sea conservation. … Continued
Seismologists recorded two minor earthquakes in the Caribbean region during the early hours of Friday, January 2, though neither event was reported as being felt by residents. The first earthquake, measuring magnitude 3.2, occurred at approximately 2:36 a.m. local time in the Caribbean Sea near Isla de Mona, off the west coast of Puerto Rico. … Continued
The Ministry of Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change has released its 2025 Mid-Year Review, showcasing significant advances in land management, environmental protection, climate resilience, and coastal restoration across the Virgin Islands. The report captures what officials describe as a “dynamic period” of legislative reform, strategic planning, and wide-ranging stakeholder engagement. Permanent Secretary Dr Ronald Smith-Berkley … Continued
The BVI Climate Change Fund now stands at about $5M which can be tapped into to make an impact in the territory. Officials says Climate change puts a strain on the territory’s budget and so it is important the public is educated on what they can do to mitigate against it. The Virgin Islands expects … Continued
The Virgin Islands is advancing toward its target of 30% renewable energy generation by 2025, with major developments underway in Anegada and across the Territory. According to Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley, the Anegada Hybrid Renewable Energy & Battery Storage System is now in its final phase. Once operational, the solar farm will supply up to … Continued
Deputy Premier and Minister for Natural Resources and Climate Change Honourable Julian Fraser RA attended the 3rd United Nations Ocean Conference , held in Nice, France. The global forum was held from June 9 to 13 and brought together Heads of Government, ministers, scientists, civil society, youth leaders, and private sector stakeholders to advance ocean … Continued
