Premier and Minister of Finance Dr. Natalio Wheatley has given the assurance that the Virgin Islands is very committed to transforming its electric power infrastructure, particularly in transitioning to sustainable sources. The Premier was addressing the Caribbean Electric Utility Services Corporation 2025 Symposium and Lineworkers Rodeo hosted by the Territory for the first time last … Continued
Questions are being asked on whether rats are having a field day at the Ralph T O’Neal Administration Building in Roadtown. The administration building was damaged seven years ago by hurricane Irma and despite the works being done to repair it, the building it is yet to be completed. During the recent Alliance Radio Show, … Continued
There is a call for the Minister of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports Sharie Decastro to fix the facilities at E. Walwyn Brewley Soft Ball Field which were damaged years ago by Hurricane Irma. The call comes from Host of Speak Out BVI Kishma Penn. During the programme Tuesday evening, Penn said that softball is … Continued
The 2025 Terrence Chinnery Industrial Softball League opened Monday evening with prayer, and passionate calls for community unity at a ceremony celebrating both the game and the legacy of a local sports hero. Following the Territorial Song and opening acknowledgments, Acting Director of the Department of Youth Affairs and Sports , Ms. Shaunice Leonard, welcomed … Continued
The Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports is preparing to “take you around the world” at its upcoming Foreign Language Immersive Extravaganza, according to a promotional video released by student participants. In this video, students extend an invitation to the public to attend the educational and cultural event, which aims to showcase foreign languages … Continued
The Department of Youth Affairs and Sports launched its new youth-centered podcast, DYAS Voice, with a deeply personal and inspiring first episode featuring 19-year-old BVI content creator J’mar Penn, who reflected on how his faith has shaped his creative path. In a candid conversation, Penn opened up about how boredom after high school led him … Continued
People in the territory are being encouraged to grow their own food especially in light of the critical need for food security. However, a local farmer says he is getting rejection from the Agriculture Department to further that thrust. Craig Glasgow asked the question on facebook. Does anyone know how to get help from the … Continued
Wanted fugitive Erick Rabsatt 24, has been recaptured in the US Virgin Islands. Rabsatt is wanted in connection with the December 2021 murder of Jaimez Stoutt in territory. Acting Deputy Commissioner of Police Kenrick Davis confirmed the recapture of Rabsatt on ZBVI Radio. Stoutt, 31, was shot and killed inside Crystal’s Nightclub in Free Bottom, … Continued
The British Virgin Islands (BVI) is currently under a Flash Flood Advisory, with minor flooding expected in low-lying and flood-prone areas. The advisory, which is valid until 8:30 PM tonight, was issued by the Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Services due to ongoing weather conditions. A line of moisture influencing the weather over the islands has … Continued
UPDATED ARTICLE: Morning traffic on Tortola was disrupted earlier today as authorities responded to an oil spill on the road between Brandywine Bay and Fish Bay. The affected section of the road was temporarily closed while cleanup operations were underway. The closure, which lasted until around 11 a.m., prompted delays for motorists in the area. … Continued
