The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force has confirmed an armed robbery occurred this morning at the Aladdin Store on Flemming Street in Road Town, Tortola. Details are still developing regarding the incident. However, there are unconfirmed reports from people nearby that gunshots may have been fired during the robbery. Video circulating on social media shows … Continued
In Keeping to his word to help residents in education, youth activities and to find jobs in District Three, the former Speaker of the House of Assembly, Mr. Julian Willock, has teamed up again with marine giant Nanny Cay Resort and Marina. This time, Mr. Willock was able to request Nanny Cay Resort and Marina … Continued
A jury on Thursday afternoon found Andrew A. Fahie former Premier of the Virgin Islands guilty of conspiring with former Managing Director of the BVI Ports Authority, Oleanvine Maynard, and her son, Kadeem S. Maynard to transport large amounts of cocaine to pass through the British Virgin Islands ports as part of a multi-million cocaine … Continued
Oleanvine Maynard, former BVI Ports Authority Managing Director, presented her testimony in the Andrew Fahie trial this week, alleging that she witnessed the former premier accepting $20,000 in cash from the undercover Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) confidential source who goes by the alias Roberto Quintero. The testimony is part of Maynard’s plea deal after she … Continued
BVIslander Djimon Gumbs has earned a Southland Conference (SLC) weekly award for his superb performance in the shot put event last weekend. Gumbs who is a Northwestern State senior, unleashed a season-best throw of 17.89 meters to claim victory at the Bruce Lehane Scarlet and White Invitational in Boston. This achievement not only marks the … Continued
Minister for Financial Services, Labour and Trade Hon. Lorna Smith OBE recently provided an update on the implementation of a digital portal for work permit processing in the VI. Initially, the government pursued a specialized platform just for work permits, at a cost of $41,000. However, Minister Smith revealed they have now procured a more … Continued
In a dramatic turn of events, protests erupted on Monday in various Haitian cities, including the capital Port-au-Prince, demanding the departure of Prime Minister Ariel Henry. Security forces responded with tear gas grenades and rubber bullets, heightening tensions across the country. A growing number of Haitians accuse Prime Minister Ariel Henry of holding onto power … Continued
The Constitutional Review Commission (CRC) Report has called for abolishing the role of junior ministers in the Virgin Islands. The report states: “The position of Junior Minister should be abolished in order to promote an environment that supports clear separation between the Executive and the Legislature and availability of backbenchers as a necessary check and … Continued
The United States Government officially rested its case against former Premier Andrew Fahie after the courtroom witnessed additional testimonies and reviewed admitted exhibits on day seven of the ongoing trial on Wednesday, February 7. Following this, the defence team initiated a Rule 29 motion, seeking a potential dismissal of the criminal case. A Rule 29 … Continued
Frustration among jurors has surfaced during the ongoing trial of former Premier Andrew Fahie. The concerns were made apparent on Monday during court proceedings, with jurors expressing discontent over the prolonged duration of the trial. One juror took the initiative to pen a note to Justice Kathleen Williams, conveying her frustration and that of her … Continued
