During a recent radio interview on local show Tola Radio, the Premier of the Virgin Islands Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley provided an update on the delayed minimum wage increase. Premier Wheatley said updates will be forthcoming with the possibility of a phased increase approach. The leader of government business also shared that considerations are … Continued
Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley, has described his working relationship with His Excellency Governor Daniel Pruce as one of mutual respect, maturity, and productive dialogue. Speaking at a recent press conference in response to a media question, Premier Wheatley emphasized the improved collaboration between his office and Governor Pruce. Premier … Continued
Recovery teams have retrieved two bodies from the wreckage of a Cessna 172 aircraft that crashed in the mountains of La Plaine, Dominica’s National Security Minister Rayburn Blackmoore announced Monday. The aircraft, carrying four people, went down shortly after departing Douglas-Charles Airport for Martinique on January 26. Air traffic controllers lost communication with the plane … Continued
District Representative Melvin Mitch Turnbull announced plans to install 36 additional streetlights in Cane Garden Bay, following recommendations from a recent business community meeting. Turnbull met with a representative from the BVI Electricity Corporation on Monday to conduct a comprehensive assessment of lighting needs in the area. The project aims to improve safety and security … Continued
While appearing as a guest on Season 7 of The Art of a Distinguished Gentleman Mr. Alex Lake, businessman and horseman, weighed in on the power of horse racing to communities within the Virgin Islands. He first articulated how he was introduced to the sport. Lake reiterated that worldwide the sport is well respected however … Continued
The Government of the Virgin Islands has confirmed that BVI citizens travelling on British Overseas Territories (BOTC) passports do not require visas to enter Guyana. This clarification follows recent concerns after a BVI national was reportedly denied entry and asked to obtain a visa upon arrival. According to a statement from the Premier’s Office, officials … Continued
The Ministry of Communications and Works announced this week that it has completed a critical retaining wall project in the Windy Hill area of Carrot Bay and will soon begin reconstructing approximately 150 linear feet of roadway. Minister for Communications and Works Kye Rymer said the project, which concluded its initial phase in December, will … Continued
Cancer patients at Penn Medical Centre’s Oncology Department received an unexpected gift of support as the BVI Cancer Society stepped in to cover their co-pay expenses on February 4 and 5. The initiative, organized in observance of World Cancer Day, aimed to ease the financial strain many patients face while undergoing treatment. A Gesture of … Continued
Rising BVI sprinter Tiondre Frett has secured his spot for the 2025 CARIFTA Games in Trinidad and Tobago, achieving double qualification marks in both the 200 and 400 metres. Frett’s impressive performances came at the John Thomas Terrier Classic in Boston on Saturday, where he competed for Sprint Tech BVI. In the Men’s Open 400 … Continued
United States President Donald Trump has agreed to delay tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico for 30 days, but remains steadfast in his decision to maintain tariffs on China, further escalating tensions between the world’s two largest economies. The pause on tariffs for Canada and Mexico came as both countries took steps to address … Continued
