Governor Daniel Pruce has approved deportation orders for two men convicted in separate firearm-related incidents in the Virgin Islands. The decisions, dated March 8th, were published in an extraordinary edition of the Gazette on March 13th. The men facing removal from the Territory are Roget Antoneil Simmon and Paige Shere Chan Weeks. Simmon was arrested … Continued
The High Court of the Virgin Islands has published its annual jury list, kicking off the process of revising and finalizing the pool of eligible jurors for 2024. In accordance with standard procedures, the Registrar and four court assessors will convene from March 18-20, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. at the court’s location on the 4th … Continued
In the aftermath of the recently launched Women in Sports Commission, President of the BVI Olympic Committee (BVIOC) Ephraim Penn has revealed that the BVI has well exceeded the International Olympic Committee’s (IOC) mandate of including women in member-committees. Penn noted that while the IOC mandates a ratio of having at least 30 percent of … Continued
In response to the increasing demand for highly skilled cyber security professionals in the region, the H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) has partnered with the International Information System Security Certification Consortium (ISC2) – the world’s leading not-for-profit member association for cybersecurity professionals – to help students gain sought-after cybersecurity certifications to increase their employability … Continued
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has launched an investigation into a suspicious death at Duffs Bottom, Tortola. In a brief statement to the media moments ago, the RVIPF said officers are currently on the scene, gathering evidence and conducting inquiries into the circumstances surrounding the incident. Details regarding the nature of the death … Continued
VI Motors recently extended a complimentary Autel Training session to students enrolled in the Auto Programme at the Virgin Islands School of Technical Studies (VISTS), fostering the next generation of automotive professionals in the Territory. The training opportunity was offered during VI Motors’ week-long session with Autel National Trainer Eliseo Rodriguez and NAPA Distribution Sales … Continued
British Virgin Islander Adaejah Hodge left spectators in awe at the New Balance Indoor Nationals on Sunday, as she bid farewell to her high school indoor track career, ending the competition with two gold medals and one silver. The day started on a high note for track and field sensation Adaejah Hodge of Montverde Academy … Continued
Haiti’s Prime Minister Ariel Henry formally announced his resignation on Tuesday. The decision comes in the wake of a pivotal meeting among Caribbean Community (CARICOM) leaders in Jamaica, where a deal was brokered to facilitate a “peaceful transition of power” in Haiti. Henry who is in Puerto Rico after being barred from returning to his … Continued
The upcoming 57th Virgin Gorda Easter Festival will pay tribute to the prominent Virgin Gorda businessman, Rupert “Buck” Vanterpool. Mr. Vanterpool has been named the honouree of the festival, recognizing his enduring commitment and substantial contributions to the event over the years. The Virgin Gorda Easter Festival Committee annually designates an honouree who has played … Continued
Virgin Islands multimedia artist Teia “Grim” Lettsome has taken her talents to the USVI for her second-ever solo art exhibition, marking an exciting milestone in her burgeoning career. Lettsome’s pop-up exhibition is being hosted at the 81C gallery in St. Thomas from March 11th to 24th, providing a new platform to showcase her diverse artistic … Continued
