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Local May 23, 2026 · 7:11 PM

Cultural Figure Lavida Cottoy Named 2026 Emancipation Honouree

The 2026 Emancipation Festival theme, created by Shavia Potter, is: “Culture Rising, Hearts Align, VI Festival, One of a Kind.” Meanwhile, Rekeela Turnbull captured the winning slogan with: “Echoes of Heritage, Rhythm in the Mix, Celebrate Virgin Islands Festival 2026.”

Local May 22, 2026 · 5:22 PM

Residents Urged to Get Hurricane Ready

He further advised homeowners and renters alike to consider obtaining insurance coverage.

Local May 22, 2026 · 6:48 AM

AI Could Soon Power BVI’s Data Collection, Says Premier

“That’s why we have things like AI, artificial intelligence. Some of the things we are seeking to do manually can be done very easily with AI....

Local May 22, 2026 · 6:46 AM

10 Years On, No Major Development — Vanterpool

“We built a cruise pier 10 years ago,” Vanterpool said. “The last major project in the BVI was 10 years ago. No new vision, no new plans, no new developments.”

Local May 21, 2026 · 3:14 PM

Premier In UK For Key Talks

The focus of discussions remained on strengthening the relationship between the United Kingdom and the Virgin Islands.

Local May 21, 2026 · 6:24 AM

‘Everybody and Their Mama’ Running Expecting Additional Seats

“Please have a Plan B that may very well be your Plan A,” he said. “Be prepared for only four and not six At Large.”

Local May 21, 2026 · 6:24 AM

Legendary VI Bands Return for Carrot Bay Showcase

The Bad Ones, formed in East End during the late 1960s and early 1970s, became one of the Territory’s most recognised entertainment groups....

Local May 20, 2026 · 5:09 PM

Masked Gunmen Rob Jewelry Store At Tortola Pier Park

The RVIPF also confirmed that shots were reportedly fired during the incident. However, no injuries have been reported.

Local May 20, 2026 · 3:54 PM

Khemoe Foy Granted Bail In VG Home Shooting

“He was granted $100,000 bail to return to the Magistrate’s court on 2nd July 2026,” police stated.

Local May 20, 2026 · 6:38 AM

Give Low Earners Relief, Tax High Incomes More

“We can take it from people like Marlon [Penn] and myself. We could take it back from the top,” Skelton said. “It can be a balancing act.”

Local May 20, 2026 · 6:38 AM

UK May Push Same-Sex Marriage, Public Registry in Constitutional Talks

Speaking on his programme yesterday, Skelton Cline said the Territory’s relationship with the UK has become increasingly restrictive and warned that constitutional talks may come with conditions attached.

Local May 20, 2026 · 6:34 AM

Gov't Eyes Stronger Domestic Violence Laws

“Strengthening the Domestic Violence Act remains critical to ensuring accountability, improving protection for victims and survivors, and supporting long term behavioural change within our communities....