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VIRGIN ISLANDS DOUBLES CENTENARIAN PAYMENT TO $10,000
Cabinet has approved a formalised framework that increases the one-time grant for residents turning 100 from $5,000 to $10,000.
Virgin Islands updates digital signature law to speed up business
House unanimously backs amendments to remove barriers to electronic transactions in commercial and cross-border deals.
33 WRECKS CLEARED: Sea Cow's Bay harbour cleanup moves to disposal phase
Industrial shredding equipment arrives as BVI begins processing and recycling materials from derelict vessels removed from the harbour.
PRISON OVERSIGHT PANEL RETAINS FIVE MEMBERS THROUGH 2029
The Cabinet has extended the terms of five Prison Visiting Committee members for three more years starting August 2026.
CABINET SETS 2027 HOLIDAY CALENDAR: Stoutt birthday, Sovereign's Birthday confirmed
The BVI government has approved next year's public holiday dates, including a new observance for the territory's first Chief Minister.
Government Hands Public Land to HLSCC Board
ST. CROIX WOMAN RUNS NYC MARATHON TO HONOR FATHER AND FUND CANCER RESEARCH
BURGLARY BOOZE BANDIT STRIKES BEEF ISLAND BAR: masked burglar steals liquor, damages property
Loose Mongoose offers $250 reward after intruder climbs wall and makes off with bottles in early-morning raid.
Walwyn demands police action on noise disruptions in neighbourhoods
The Opposition legislator says residents face constant disturbances from loud music in vehicles and accuses police of using lack of equipment as an excuse.
BVI unveils five-point health reform to tackle costs and chronic disease
Minister Wheatley announces comprehensive overhaul targeting financing, governance and integrated care across the territory.
BVI JOINS OECS SOCIAL PROTECTION TALKS: Minister, PS attend regional summit on vulnerable support
The Virgin Islands participated in a regional meeting focused on strengthening social protection systems and improving services for vulnerable populations across the Eastern Caribbean.
BVI's James advances to regional teen pageant final in St. Kitts
K'Dyah Lanea James, Miss Teen BVI 2026, selected as one of ten finalists for December competition in St. Kitts and Nevis.
CRIME ROBBERIES HIT DUFF'S BOTTOM: Police probe multiple business attacks
Royal Virgin Islands Police responding to several holdups at separate establishments in the area on Wednesday evening.
COURT JTV Journalist Cathyoliva Richards ordered to leave BVI after forgery conviction
A senior reporter at Virgin Islands television station JTV has been deported following her conviction for uttering forged documents.
NDP scraps Halloween event after religious leaders object
The National Democratic Party has canceled its Halloween Treat Fest following pressure from religious figures who said the celebration promoted demonic practices.
Education Ministry launches community talks on K-12 curriculum refresh
Officials are holding focus groups with teachers, parents, students and business leaders to overhaul the Virgin Islands school curriculum for the first time since 2007.
BVI welcomes 1.07m visitors in first nine months of 2026
Tourism arrivals hit over one million for the third year running, with cruise passengers leading the numbers.
Wheatley to unveil 2027 budget as cost pressures mount on households
The Premier will present what may be the VIP Government's final budget before elections, with relief measures and infrastructure spending under scrutiny.
BVI eyes apprenticeship push to tackle youth joblessness
A draft employment policy under review could require companies in certain sectors to offer more apprenticeships.
Penn wants dedicated water plant for cruise ships at pier
Opposition Leader Marlon Penn says vessels should have their own supply to ease shortages affecting residents across the BVI.
Wheatley rejects Bryan's charter fee demands as heavy-handed
The BVI Premier says the USVI Governor is using ultimatums and veiled threats to reopen a settled dispute over vessel licensing.
Around the Caribbean
Major stories from St. Vincent, Saint Lucia, Dominica and the region
Commonwealth Leader Urges King Charles to Apologise for Slavery
Police shoot dead man sought over home invasion
DNA tests sought for two bodies found in SVG waters; Tobago fishermen missing since October
DEVELOPING Minister questions public response to student's stabbing death
DEVELOPING Trump, Kushner deny hidden Gulf accounts: Investigators claim secret foreign funds during 2018 White House role
COURT Inquiry clears passengers in deadly boat collision
WEATHER ALERT BAHAMAS BRACES FOR SEVERE STORMS: flooding, lightning and possible tornadoes threaten New Providence
