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The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) announced that 23-year-old Erick Rabsatt has been returned to the territory and is now in police custody. Rabsatt was extradited and formally charged on September 5 with the murder of 31-year-old Jaimez Stoutt, which took place on December 11, 2021. He is expected to appear before the Magistrate’s … Continued

The Ministry of Communications and Works has announced the early completion of the Manchester Road rehabilitation project, delivering much-needed improvements to motorists and pedestrians well before the scheduled October deadline. The project, which commenced shortly after the August holidays, involved the construction of approximately 420 linear feet of concrete road pavement. The works not only … Continued

Persons with illegal water connections could be taken before the court if they do not stop this practice. Government in a release says it will be taking firm action to address irregularities in water consumption and billing in the Territory. Government has declared water a national priority, recognising its vital role in sustaining communities, supporting … Continued

The Virgin Islands has officially launched a five-day Breastfeeding and Lactation Counsellor Training Programme as part of its efforts to earn Baby-Friendly Hospital certification for the Dr. D. Orlando Smith Hospital. The initiative marks a significant step toward aligning with international health standards set by the World Health Organization (WHO) and UNICEF. Speaking at the … Continued

The Department of Disaster Management (DDM) is actively monitoring a developing weather system in the Atlantic, identified as Invest 91L, which could pose a potential threat to the Virgin Islands in the coming days. According to the latest update, the disturbance is currently located approximately 2,000 miles east-southeast of the Territory and is moving slowly … Continued

Persons paying their license at the Department of Motor Vehicles will now have to pay an additional fee. The Derelict Vehicle Disposal Fee implemented by the Ministry of Health and Social Development is now in effect and is being collected in accordance with the Derelict Vehicles Disposal Act, 2000. Motorists will have to pay this … Continued

Road improvement works in Paraquita Bay are moving ahead steadily. Managing Director of Northam Construction, Lordon Hamlet has provided an official update on the ongoing road improvement works in Paraquita Bay, highlighting steady progress. Project scheduled to be completed by Sunday September 7th. Speaking during a site visit, Hamlet noted that key phases of the project … Continued

Film Commissioner of the British Virgin Islands Tourist Board and Film Commission (BVITBFC), Natalie Hodge sat down with 284 Media this week to share exciting details about the inaugural 284 Excellence Film Festival (284XFF) a cultural event set to premiere in the British Virgin Islands from October 30 to November 2, 2025.With the theme “Uniting … Continued

Host of Honestly Speaking Claude Skelton Cline has decried the mishandling of assistance for Seniors. During his programme Tuesday evening, Skelton Cline said he is concerned about the stringent measures in place at the Social Development Department for Seniors to get basic assistance. Skelton Cline said these persons are seeking help but the process they … Continued

Government said it has officially brought the Public Assistance (Amendment) Act, 2024 into force, which it says strengthen the legal framework for delivering social support to the most vulnerable. The release said the Notice, made by the Minister for Health and Social Development and published in the Virgin Islands Gazette on 31 August 2025, appointed … Continued