Students Chant 'AC' as Unbearable Heat Impacts Learning; Bryan Blames Climate Change, Says Teacher Walkout Hurting Students

Ernice Gilbert | September 21, 2023 24

As the teacher walkouts in St. Croix enter their second day leading to further school closures, Gove...

Third Dock at Crown Bay, Larger Vessels in Frederiksted: Dowe's Vision Coming to Life as Board Approves Fee Hike for Cruise Passengers

Ernice Gilbert | September 21, 2023 16

The V.I. Port Authority Board of Governors has given the green light to a Capital Cost Recovery Char...

Doomed Caribbean Waiver Legislation, No Timeline on Rum Taxes at $13.25 Rate: Plaskett Blames Republican Intransigence For Lack of Progress on Key Policy…

Janeka Simon | September 21, 2023 13

Progress on some key issues facing the territory is being delayed due to the political climate on Capitol Hill. That’s the sense from Congresswoman ...

Dept. of Education Adjusts School Hours in St. Croix District Due to Heatwave

Ernice Gilbert | September 20, 2023 50

In response to the severe heatwave affecting the St. Croix District, the V.I. Department of Education  has announced schedule adjustments for six sch...

Puerto Rico National Guard's Fire-Fighting Helicopter Aids in Battle Against Bovoni Landfill Blaze in USVI

Nelcia Charlemagne | September 20, 2023 4

Support from the Puerto Rico National Guard by way of a special fire-fighting helicopter will provide vital assistance to the U.S. Virgin Islands as a...

St. Croix Teachers Stage Surprise Walkout Over Poor Working Conditions

Janeka Simon | September 20, 2023 60

On Wednesday morning, instead of stationing themselves in their classrooms, educators at various schools on St. Croix were instead seen holding signs ...

St. Croix Cyclists Left with Broken Backs and Brain Hemorrhage in Hit and Run Incident

Ernice Gilbert | September 19, 2023 42

ST. CROIX — A hit and run accident involving two cyclists occurred around 6:47 a.m. Sunday near Straker Motors on North Shore Road, according to the...

Excessive Heat to Last Through September, Posing Health Risks to Human and Marine Life

Janeka Simon | September 19, 2023 9

With excessive heat across the region expected to continue until October, the VI Territorial Emergency Management Agency is advising residents of the ...

Community Center

St. Croix District Schools to Resume Classes Today Amid Teacher Job Action

Ernice Gilbert | September 21, 2023

Following Wednesday's disruptions due to a teache...

$1.5 Million Granted by HUD for HIV/AIDS Housing in U.S. Virgin Islands

Staff Consortium | September 21, 2023 2

In a move to bolster housing support for HIV/AIDS ...

Puerto Rico National Guard's Fire-Fighting Helicopter Aids in Battle Against Bovoni Landfill Blaze in USVI

Nelcia Charlemagne | September 20, 2023 4

Support from the Puerto Rico National Guard by way...

Experience the USVI

USVI Delegation is First to Woo Danish Travelers Back to United States Since Covid…

Staff Consortium | October 25, 2021 18

The U.S. Virgin Islands had the first delegation to personally welcome Danish travelers back to the ...

As America Reopens to Tourists, USVI Takes Marketing Push to Italy

Staff Consortium | October 12, 2021 27

As the United States prepares to welcome European ...

Territory's Tourism Success in Covid Era Credited to Public-Private Partnerships,…

Staff Consortium | September 19, 2021 5

The U.S. Virgin Islands credits its ability to survive and thrive during the worldwide Covid-19 cris...

Big Moves: Dept. of Tourism Brings a Taste of Carnival to One of America's Largest Festivals in Well-Executed Marketing Strategy

Ernice Gilbert | September 07, 2021 12

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania — The V.i. Department Of…

USVI Ports HUB

Dowe at it Again: VIPA Cuts Ribbon on Gordon A. Finch Molasses Pier, Freeing Up…

Elesha George | June 26, 2022 38

The Gordon A. Finch Molasses Pier Cargo Facility had its grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony a...

The Queen Mary II Makes Unscheduled Voyage to St. Thomas at Crown Bay

Staff Consortium | April 02, 2022 14

The Queen Mary II will make an unscheduled visit t...

Virgin Islands Welcomes Wonder of the Seas, World's Largest Cruise Ship to Territory…

Kyle Murphy | March 23, 2022 15

Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas, the largest cruise ship in the world, docked for the first tim...

One of Royal Caribbean's Largest Cruise Ships Makes Maiden Voyage to St. Thomas

Kyle Murphy | January 06, 2022 9

St. Thomas — Royal Caribbean’s 1,138-foot Long, 135-foot…

Business

Office of the Governor Launches Special Cannabis Industry Training Programs

Staff Consortium | September 16, 2023 2

In A Move Aimed At Boosting Local Employment And Industry Expertise, The Office Of The Governor Has Announced A Special Enrollment Offer For Residents In The oaksterdam Cannabis Business Programs. The Initiative Comes With Steep Discounts, Thanks To Funding Provided By Act 8679, the Law Legalizing Marijuana For Recreational Use in The U.s. Virgin Islands. To Offer More Information About This Opportunity, A Special Webinar Will Be Held On Monday, September 18th At 5:00 P.m. Est. The Webinar Aims To Answer Any Queries Residents May Have Regarding The Courses And How To Enroll, According To The Release. Orientation And The First Classes Are Set…

EDA Announces Changes to VI Slice Mortgage Loan Requirements to Boost Homeownership Through Stalled Program

Staff Consortium | September 14, 2023 9

Officials From The V.i. Economic Development Authority Announced On Thursday Adjustments To The Loan Requirements For The Vi Slice Moderate-income Homeownership Program, Commonly Known As Vi Slice. The Changes, Effective Immediately, Aim To Meet The Needs Of A Larger Cross-section Of The Population And Stimulate Economic Growth Through Increased Lending Activities For Individuals And Families Seeking To Own A Home In The U.s. Virgin Islands. The Program Has Been Stalled, mired In Inefficiencies that Have Turned Off Potential Homeowners Who Were Once Excited About The Program. However, According To The Eda's Thursday Announcement, The Maximum…

Territory's Draft Cannabis Regulations Published: 2-Ounce Limit for Recreational Use Set

Janeka Simon | September 12, 2023 17

Draft Regulations Governing The Territory’s Use Of Cannabis Have finally Been Published by The Office Of Cannabis Regulation (ocr). The 144-page Document sets Out The Entire Framework Of The Territory’s Yet-to-be-developed Cannabis Industry, Issuing Guidance On Everything From The Makeup And Responsibilities Of The Ocr Itself To How To Apply For Various Cannabis-related Licenses. The Regulations Set Possession Limits Of 2 Ounces Of Cannabis For Adult Users With No Qualifying Medical Needs. Concentrates Are Limited To 14 Grams, Or One Ounce Of Other Cannabis Product. Qualified And Registered Medical Patients Will Be Allowed More, Up To 4 Ounces…

PFA Board Approves Situational Remote Work Policy in New Employee Handbook Amid Growing Workforce

Janeka Simon | September 10, 2023 12

The Question Of Whether To Require A Complete Return To In-person Work Is Intensifying Across The Country, Revealing An Employment Landscape That Has Shifted Significantly Since Schools, Offices, And Businesses Shut Down Over Three Years Ago. Some Employers, In The Face Of Worker Resistance To Full-time, In Office Work Schedules, Have Provided incentives, While Others Have Resorted To threats. At A Meeting Of The Board Of The V.i. Public Finance Authority (pfa) late Last Month, A Discussion Over Employee Policies Turned To The Subject Of Remote Work Considerations. Pfa Staff Counsel Lorelei Farrington, Who Was Presenting A New Personnel Handbook…

Entertainment

Strong Turnout at St. Croix's Legendary Jump Up! Event Revitalizes Local Businesses

Staff Consortium | July 08, 2023 1

Christiansted, St. Croix — The Heart Of Downtown Christiansted…

Watch: Emancipation Tramp Leads Throngs to Frederiksted Just in Time for fireworks

Staff Consortium | July 04, 2023

Nothing Beats Quelbe Music On A Truck With The Legendary…

Carnival Fever Intensifies in St. John: A Recap of the Weekend's Jouvert and Village Events

Ernice Gilbert | July 03, 2023 2

The St. John Celebrations Rolled Into High Gear Over…