The Public Finance Authority Board officially authorized Ernst & Young as the turnaround management company for the V.I. Water and Power Authority. This decision, made Wednesday, follows Gov. Albert Bryan Jr.'s state of energy emergency declaration in April, which aimed to address the utility's financial challenges.
The government “has never before been closer” to fixing its issues with the V.I. Water and Power Authority, Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. said Tuesday while announcing that the Federal Emergency Management Agency has agreed to fund the full replacement of St. Croix’s Richmond Power Plant, along with two generators on St. Thomas.
Members of the Water and Power Authority Governing Board approved a motion to review its settlement deal with Wartsila, LLC. The vote took place in an executive session held during an emergency board meeting on Tuesday.
The chair of the 35th Legislature Committee on Rules and Judiciary recently wrote a letter urging the Senate body to meet and act at once “to address the status of the Election System.” Now, Sen. Diane Capehart says she is modifying that request in light of actions being taken by her Senate colleagues.
A St. Croix man and his mother allegedly forged documents in hopes of restoring her utility service, a man awaiting trial for sexual assault of a teenager allegedly forged police documents for a government job hiding his arrest, and two St. Thomas men were charged with raping a visiting woman, police said Tuesday.
Government House Communications Director Richard Motta confirmed Monday, alongside a statement from the V.I. Water and Power Authority Board, that the utility’s Chief Executive Officer Andy Smith had resigned but had little details about the transition process over the next 30 days or whether anyone is being eyed as a successor.
During Monday’s weekly Government House press briefing, officials announced progress made to ensure that the territory is prepared for the 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season, which began on June 1. Community updates were also shared, including reminding residents about the ongoing V.I. Wellness Fair.
A project to rebuild the Hull Bay Vessel Launch Ramp is being sent back out to bid after officials dubbed two offers $2 million apart “ludicrous” at a Senate hearing Monday.
A long list of criminal charges was read off to a St. Thomas man accused of fatally stabbing his father. Defendant Mohammed Salem was arrested on March 5, but his initial court appearance was delayed while authorities assessed his mental health.
Governor Albert Bryan Jr. commuted the sentences of three former inmates and pardoned two on Friday, May 31. He pardoned the convictions of Latoya Nicole Smith, 34, and Kevin Allong, 53.
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Carlos Gascot Concepcion, 46, of Puerto Rico, was found guilty following a two-day jury trial of possession with intent to distribute cocaine. Chief District Judge Robert A. Molloy scheduled Gascot Concepcion’s sentencing for Oct. 4, where he faces up to 20 years in prison and a fine of up to $1,000,000, United States Attorney Delia L. Smith announced Wednesday.
The first few minutes of Wednesday’s Health, Hospitals, and Human Services Committee hearing were devoted to approving Bill 35-0224, which establishes a Psychiatric Emergency Response Team for the mobile crisis intervention service and the national 9-8-8 telecommunication system.
In the face of impending severe weather, hurricanes and disasters, Viya emphasizes the importance of staying informed through local radio, television and social media channels to receive updates from the U.S. Virgin Islands premier telecommunications provider.
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The Virgin Islands Department of Health began the demolition of the Charles Harwood Memorial Complex’s main campus, continuing its work to prepare the site for the construction of a new state-of-the-art public health facility on St. Croix.
The first few minutes of Wednesday’s Health, Hospitals, and Human Services Committee hearing were devoted to approving Bill 35-0224, which establishes a Psychiatric Emergency Response Team for the mobile crisis intervention service and the national 9-8-8 telecommunication system.
Carlos Gascot Concepcion, 46, of Puerto Rico, was found guilty following a two-day jury trial of possession with intent to distribute cocaine. Chief District Judge Robert A. Molloy scheduled Gascot Concepcion’s sentencing for Oct. 4, where he faces up to 20 years in prison and a fine of up to $1,000,000, United States Attorney Delia L. Smith announced Wednesday.
"Last month, I co-led a bipartisan, bicameral letter, signed by 43 members of Congress, urging the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) to condemn and cease reliance on the racist rulings of the Insular Cases that continue to negatively impact U.S. territories, today."
Montverde Academy High School graduate and University of Georgia commit Michelle Smith set a new Virgin Islands record in the 400m Hurdles with a time of 55.96.
The Virgin Islands Salsa Festival is set to kick off its festivities, promising an unforgettable experience of rhythm, culture and celebration. From June 8 to June 16, the islands will be alive with the vibrant sounds of salsa, captivating performances and exciting events, making it a must-attend festival for locals and visitors alike.
The Virgin Islands Department of Health began the demolition of the Charles Harwood Memorial Complex’s main campus, continuing its work to prepare the site for the construction of a new state-of-the-art public health facility on St. Croix.