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Charlotte Amalie
Tuesday, April 23, 2024

Man Wanted for Rape of Minor in Custody

A man wanted for aggravated rape involving a minor turned himself into the authorities Monday, the V.I. Police Department reported. 

Bryan Declares Local State of Emergency to Restore Energy Security in USVI

Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. declared a local State of Emergency to tackle the territory's energy crisis andprevent further rotational power outages from crippling the the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Education Department St. Croix District Implements Remote Instruction for Three Schools April 22

The Virgin Islands Department of Education St. Croix District announced that Pearl B. Larsen PreK-8, John H. Woodson Jr. High School, and St. Croix Central High School will transition to remote instruction April 22 due to inclement weather.

Majestik Freedom Estrada-Petersen Crowned St. Thomas Carnival Queen

Majestik Freedom Estrada-Petersen, a student at the University of the Virgin Islands, stole the show at the St. Thomas Ambassadorial Queen Competition held Saturday night at the Eldrige Blake Sports and Fitness Center. Estrada-Petersen was crowned queen, and also took home the awards for Miss Intellect, Best Swimwear, People's Choice and Queen's Raffle, sponsored by Viya.

Photo Focus: SEA Holds 31st Annual Eco-Fair

Editor's note: Republished as the Zoom link information has changed. The St. Croix Environmental Association held its 31st Annual Eco-Fair Friday at the St. George Village Botanical Gardens.

Weekly Weather Forecast with Jesse Daley

Watch now: Check out our weekly weather forecast with Jesse Daley, covering Sunday, April 21, through Saturday, April 27.

Federal Report Points to Uncertainties in GERS Rescue

In February 2022, Gov. Albert Bryan signed a bill permitting the government to refinance the territory’s rum cover-over matching fund bonds and use the interest rate savings to stabilize the Government Employees’ Retirement System.

Judge Orders BOC to Bring Defendant Back to Face Trial

A Superior Court judge is ordering the Bureau of Corrections to bring an accused home invader back from a Mississippi jail to stand trial. In the order issued April 16, Superior Court Judge Denise Francois invoked the Virgin Islands Code to remind BOC officials of their responsibility. 

Shooting Leaves Woman Dead in Thomasville

Patrol officers responded to a 911 call reporting a shooting on Friday in Thomasville on St. Thomas, the V.I. Police Department reported.

Plaskett Releases Statement On WAPA State Of Emergency Declaration

In response to Gov. Albert Bryan Jr.’s declaration of a state of emergency for the Virgin Islands utility system, Congresswoman Stacey Plaskett reaffirms her willingness to work with Bryan, his administration and the 35th Legislature of the Virgin Islands as they contend with the continued struggle to operate an efficient Water and Power Authority, according to a press release.

Man Wanted for Rape of Minor in Custody

A man wanted for aggravated rape involving a minor turned himself into the authorities Monday, the V.I. Police Department reported. 

Plaskett Releases Statement On WAPA State Of Emergency Declaration

In response to Gov. Albert Bryan Jr.’s declaration of a state of emergency for the Virgin Islands utility system, Congresswoman Stacey Plaskett reaffirms her willingness to work with Bryan, his administration and the 35th Legislature of the Virgin Islands as they contend with the continued struggle to operate an efficient Water and Power Authority, according to a press release.

Liberty VI to Start Fiber Network Construction at Sion Farm and Sunny Isle Shopping Center

As it acquires the necessary permits, the company is moving forward with the work, which will provide access to high-speed internet connectivity to all homes and businesses in the territory.

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WAPA Human Resources Receives Prestigious Award for Top Healthy Workforce

Building upon last year's bronze Designation, WAPA's attainment of the gold level highlights the significant progress and dedication of WAPA in creating a supportive and healthy work environment for its workforce.

Plaskett Releases Statement On WAPA State Of Emergency Declaration

In response to Gov. Albert Bryan Jr.’s declaration of a state of emergency for the Virgin Islands utility system, Congresswoman Stacey Plaskett reaffirms her willingness to work with Bryan, his administration and the 35th Legislature of the Virgin Islands as they contend with the continued struggle to operate an efficient Water and Power Authority, according to a press release.

Man Wanted for Rape of Minor in Custody

A man wanted for aggravated rape involving a minor turned himself into the authorities Monday, the V.I. Police Department reported. 

D’Amour Qualifies for Summer Olympics

The Virgin Islands will have a representative at the Paris 2024 Summer Olympic Games in the recurve archery category.

St. Croix’s Alessandra M. Evangelista Crowned Cherry Blossom Queen in Washington, D.C.

Evangelista represented the U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI) in the 76th Annual National Cherry Blossom Festival, a perennial tradition celebrating U.S. and Japanese relations. 

St. Croix’s Alessandra M. Evangelista Crowned Cherry Blossom Queen in Washington, D.C.

Evangelista represented the U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI) in the 76th Annual National Cherry Blossom Festival, a perennial tradition celebrating U.S. and Japanese relations. 

Freeman Dawson Dies at 84

Freeman Dawson died on March 2. He was 84 years old.

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