The Magens Bay Authority board has voted to collaborate with the Department of Planning and Natural Resources on an official water use plan for the bay that has seen increasingly heavy marine traffic in recent years. It also voted to support draft legislation by Sen. Marvin Blyden concerning anchoring in the bay, which under Virgin Islands law is a designated area of special concern.
Kenrick Isaac, who grew up in the Virgin Islands and was born in St. Kitts, is spearheading a unique project aimed at supporting a school in South Africa through the power of documentary filmmaking. His initiative, inspired by a visit to Johannesburg, seeks to raise the profile of the school, Kgololo Academy School, founded by Thulani Mbatha and Waahida-Thobekile, highlighting their transformative work in education.
Eighteen months after efforts began, glass recycling has taken hold on St. Thomas. According to data gathered by members of the St. Thomas Rotary Eco Club, 10 tons of glass have been diverted from the island’s landfill.
On May 22, during a private charter boat tour, Captain Ryan and his guests discovered a rare sighting of a Leatherback Sea Turtle nesting at Rogues Bay, Tortola.
A passenger ejected from a St. Thomas to New York flight was granted permission to travel after making an unscheduled stop in Superior Court Magistrates Division on May 27. Court documents say defendant Clayton R. Hines was removed from American Airlines Flight #936, scheduled to depart May 26, after flight attendants reported an intoxicated passenger on board.
A St. Croix man who was shot by his father on Thursday after attempting to attack him with a machete and then a reciprocating saw has died from his injuries, the V.I. Police Department reported Friday morning. The father has not been charged.
At an emergency meeting on Thursday, the Board of Elections voted to eliminate the names of candidates running for territorial offices from the 2024 ballots. The vote came after a closed-door executive session in which Elections officials discussed the matter with lawyers from the Justice Department.
The V.I. Human Services Department (DHS) has shared information regarding the locations of emergency storm shelters across the USVI ahead of the potentially very busy 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season, which begins on Saturday, June 1.
Malachi Yoder, a junior at Antilles School, shared his immense talents as a classical pianist during his junior recital on Saturday at Prior Jollek Hall. This concert was the culmination of Malachi’s musical repertoire throughout his life thus far.
Pursuant to the Virgin Islands Code, the Casting of Lots for candidates for the position of names on the Primary Election ballot for public office. will take place at 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, June 4, at the respective offices on St. Thomas and St. Croix
Crime Stoppers V.I. offers cash rewards for information leading to the arrest of individuals responsible for past homicides on St. Thomas, St. Croix, or St. John, involvement in government corruption, manufacturing and/or distributing drugs and trafficking guns.
Senior Cultural Day was a beautiful presentation of madras colors, local foods and drinks, and more expressions of USVI vibrant culture. The Senior Health Expo was another successful event spearheaded by Human Services.
The annual marketplace serves as one of the premier industry events for tourism suppliers to meet with wholesalers from around the world who are interested in Caribbean travel products.
Pursuant to the Virgin Islands Code, the Casting of Lots for candidates for the position of names on the Primary Election ballot for public office. will take place at 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, June 4, at the respective offices on St. Thomas and St. Croix
The USVI Wellness Fair 2024 is being hosted by the V.I. Department of Health in partnership with the Office of the Governor and with the support of the U.S. Department of Defense’s Innovative Readiness Training (DoD-IRT) Program.
Senior Cultural Day was a beautiful presentation of madras colors, local foods and drinks, and more expressions of USVI vibrant culture. The Senior Health Expo was another successful event spearheaded by Human Services.
Crime Stoppers V.I. offers cash rewards for information leading to the arrest of individuals responsible for past homicides on St. Thomas, St. Croix, or St. John, involvement in government corruption, manufacturing and/or distributing drugs and trafficking guns.
As a Palestinian safely residing in the US Virgin Islands, I feel a profound sense of helplessness and agony as I witness the relentless devastation in Gaza. While I enjoy the privileges of a comfortable bed, a home filled with healthy loved ones, and a simple glass of water—luxuries now unattainable in Gaza—my people endure unimaginable suffering.
At just 20 years old, Max Wilson is set to represent the U.S. Virgin Islands on the world’s biggest stage: the Olympics. His journey from the small island of St. Thomas to the global arena of Olympic swimming is a testament to his dedication, hard work, and the unwavering support of his family and coach.
Senior Cultural Day was a beautiful presentation of madras colors, local foods and drinks, and more expressions of USVI vibrant culture. The Senior Health Expo was another successful event spearheaded by Human Services.
DPNR performed water quality analysis at 18 designated beaches throughout the territory during the week of May 27 – May 31, 2024. The following beaches meet water quality standards and are considered safe for swimming and fishing.