During Tuesday’s weekly Government House press briefing, officials announced a significant advancement in implementing legal cannabis use in the USVI. Details regarding inclement weather affecting the islands this week were also shared.
Tuesday marked the official close of nomination petitions, revealing a heated race ahead with incumbents vying for reelection, former officials attempting comebacks, and a surge of new contenders, especially from St. Croix, eager to seize their chance at office.
Former Sen. Janelle K. Sarauw’s recent op-ed paints a misleading and inaccurate picture of a supposed chronic blood shortage in Virgin Islands hospitals, which includes the Schneider Regional Medical Center. Her article, seemingly aimed at garnering attention, irresponsibly undermines the efforts of our hospital and fosters unnecessary mistrust among the public.
Safari taxi rides on St. Thomas can be part of the Virgin Islands experience. And for some, the more, the merrier the ride. However, senators have been concerned about the safety over the years.
Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit of Dominica held a meet-and-greet on Sunday evening at Holy Family's Columban Hall on St. Thomas, engaging with a crowd of supporters who gathered to hear about the progress and challenges faced by his administration.
Property managers are not realtors, and Carl Gotts, vice president of Vacation St. Croix, testified firmly Monday at the Committee on Government Operations, Veterans Affairs, and Consumer Protection that he wants it to stay that way.
St. Croix residents voiced support and questioned three requests for zoning changes during virtual hearings by the V.I. Department of Planning and Natural Resources on Monday.
Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands may receive periods of excessive rainfall beginning around midweek and lasting through the weekend. Flash flooding and mudslides are possible.
Two men were shot to death outside a Tortola nightclub just after midnight Friday night, a rarity in the British Virgin Islands that elicited responses from the governor and police commissioner, police said Monday.
The Caribbean Music Institute Orchestra is a 20-piece orchestra comprised of local musicians. Under the direction of Melvin Jones, the musical selections of the evening will celebrate the life and work of Sarah Vaughn, the late, great jazz singer.
A man residing at Oswald Harris Court was arrested May 16 after police found an elderly man bleeding from a head wound in the home they both shared. Details found in documents filed in Superior Court described an altercation that began when the victim asked where he could find his insulin test strips.
During Tuesday’s weekly Government House press briefing, officials announced a significant advancement in implementing legal cannabis use in the USVI. Details regarding inclement weather affecting the islands this week were also shared.
J. Benton Construction proudly announces its 11th year of active participation in Construction Safety Week, which took place May 6-10 on St. Croix, St. Thomas and St. John. This year's theme, "Value Every Voice," reflects J. Benton's commitment to creating a safety-first culture on every project.
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.
During Tuesday’s weekly Government House press briefing, officials announced a significant advancement in implementing legal cannabis use in the USVI. Details regarding inclement weather affecting the islands this week were also shared.
A man residing at Oswald Harris Court was arrested May 16 after police found an elderly man bleeding from a head wound in the home they both shared. Details found in documents filed in Superior Court described an altercation that began when the victim asked where he could find his insulin test strips.
Former Sen. Janelle K. Sarauw’s recent op-ed paints a misleading and inaccurate picture of a supposed chronic blood shortage in Virgin Islands hospitals, which includes the Schneider Regional Medical Center. Her article, seemingly aimed at garnering attention, irresponsibly undermines the efforts of our hospital and fosters unnecessary mistrust among the public.
Sounds of bouncing balls, squeaking sneakers, game-official whistles and screams of in and out filled the Mark C. Marin Center at Antilles School as the 2024 Michael Richardson Sr. Winter Volleyball Power League came to an exciting end on Sunday.
The Caribbean Music Institute Orchestra is a 20-piece orchestra comprised of local musicians. Under the direction of Melvin Jones, the musical selections of the evening will celebrate the life and work of Sarah Vaughn, the late, great jazz singer.
Upstreet, Inc. Health & Wellness Committee will host a Cancer Support Group 4th Workshop on Saturday, May 25, at 10:00 a.m. at the Celestino A. White Senior Community Center, 2nd Floor.