JetBlue Lease Approved at Rohlsen Airport to Accommodate Daily Puerto Rico Flights
- Janeka Simon
- December 21, 2024
The Governing Board of the Virgin Islands Port Authority has given the green light for a lease betwe...
Lawmakers Approve Delta Sigma Theta Tribute, Five Corners Sewer Line Study, and Hazard Pay Expansion
- Nelcia Charlemagne
- December 21, 2024
In its final Legislative session, the 35th Legislature approved a series of specially ordered bills ...
Traffic Stop on Queen Mary Highway Leads to Arrest and Discovery of Unlicensed Firearms
- Staff Consortium
- December 21, 2024
ST. CROIX — Police officers on mobile patrol uncovered unlicensed firearms during a routine traffic ...
Man Arrested for Alleged Stabbing of Roommate at Oswald Harris Court
- Staff Consortium
- December 21, 2024
ST. THOMAS – A man who allegedly stabbed his roommate following a brief exchange of words is now fac...
St. Croix Faces VITRAN Service Disruption as Workers Stage Sick-Out
- Staff Consortium
- December 20, 2024
On Friday, the Department of Public Works announced VITRAN services on St. Croix had been disrupted ...
Christiansted Sting Operation Leads to Drug Arrest, Cocaine and Pills Seized
- Staff Consortium
- December 20, 2024
ST. CROIX — A sting operation in Christiansted this past September has resulted in one man being arr...
Bryan Announces Amended Government Office Closures for Holiday Season and Crucian Christmas Festival
- Staff Consortium
- December 20, 2024
In anticipation of the upcoming holiday season and the St. Croix Crucian Christmas Festival, Governo...
WAPA Board, Frustrated Over Lack of Key Information, Delays One Contract But Approves Another
- Janeka Simon
- December 20, 2024
On Thursday, the Water and Power Authority's governing board met to consider approvals for two major...
Fonseca’s Attempt to Redraw Historic District Boundaries Rejected Over Allegations of Self-Interest
- Nelcia Charlemagne
- December 19, 2024
An attempt by Senator Ray Fonseca to exclude several properties in Charlotte Amalie from the jurisdi...
Joseph Stands Alone in Opposition as Lawmakers Greenlight $29 Million Red Hook Marina Project
- Staff Consortium
- December 19, 2024
Senator Carla Joseph was the only lawmaker who voted against a $29 million marina redevelopment proj...
Bill Allowing WAPA to Sell Electricity in Trade Zone Passes Amid Regulatory and Competition Worries
- Nelcia Charlemagne
- December 19, 2024
Despite some reservations, the 35th Legislature ultimately voted in favor of Bill 35-0426, an act au...
Small Island Fete and Sunny Side Up Bring December Vibes to St. Croix
- Staff Consortium
- December 18, 2024
Two electrifying events bring non-stop entertainment to St. Croix this December: ‘Small Island Fete’...
Man Arrested After Police Spot Gun Handle at Christmas Boat Parade
- Staff Consortium
- December 18, 2024
ST. CROIX — A man has been arrested and charged with felony firearm offenses after police identified...
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Update: Mass Shooting at Embers Guest House Leaves One Dead, Five Injured
- Staff Consortium
- December 21, 2024
Last updated at 6:44 a.m. on Sunday, Dec. 22, 2024. ST. THOMAS, USVI — A mass shooting at Embers Gu...
Rashida A. Hodge Establishes $1 Million Scholarship for VI Public School Graduates
- Afraz Ahmad
- December 20, 2024
Graduates of Virgin Islands public high schools now have a new opportunity to fund their tertiary-le...
Final Words from Capehart, Carrion, and Frett-Gregory as Legislative Tenure Ends
- Nelcia Charlemagne
- December 21, 2024
Senators Diane Capehart and Samuel Carrion will not return as lawmakers in the 36th Legislature as t...
WAPA Awards $77 Million Diesel Supply Contract to Peerless After Lowest Bid Surprise
- Janeka Simon
- December 20, 2024
Pleasantly surprised at the surprisingly low cost of their bid, WAPA board members on Thursday award...
USVI Shines in 2025 Travel Awards, St. Croix Named Culinary Destination of the Year
- Staff Consortium
- December 20, 2024
The U.S. Virgin Islands have been recognized as a leading Caribbean destination, earning top accolad...
ShotSpotter Alert Leads to Discovery of 43rd Homicide Victim in USVI
- Staff Consortium
- December 19, 2024
ST. THOMAS — The V.I. Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Bureau is investigating a fatal sho...
Bank Fraud and Money Laundering Charges Added in Woodpile Scandal Case Against Darin Richardson
- Janeka Simon
- December 18, 2024
A second superseding indictment in what has become known as the woodpile scandal lays new charges of...
Woodpile Scandal: New Charges Threaten Defendants with Over 100 Years in Combined Sentences
- Ernice Gilbert
- December 19, 2024
Darin Richardson and Sasha and Davidson Charlemagne — defendants in what has come to be known as the...
Petronella Solar Farm Commissioned, Delivering Clean Power and Fuel Savings for WAPA
- Janeka Simon
- December 18, 2024
In a triumphant moment for the Water and Power Authority, Tuesday marked the official ribbon cutting...
Bill to Dismantle Illegal Gambling Advances, Aims to Recover $100 Million Leaving the Territory
- Nelcia Charlemagne
- December 18, 2024
Further action is expected to be taken on a bill set to strengthen enforcement of illegal gambling w...
Lawmakers Back $29 Million Marina Project in Red Hook to Revitalize Eyesore and Drive Economic Growth
- Nelcia Charlemagne
- December 18, 2024
Perspectives on a planned redevelopment of the Latitude 18 Marina in Red Hook vary widely during a T...
Decades-Old Road Issues in Williams Delight Fuel Calls for Immediate Action
- Janeka Simon
- December 17, 2024
On Monday, residents of Williams Delight took to the streets in their community to plead with offici...
No Inter-Island Sales, Strict Enforcement Plans, and 2025 Launch Timeline Highlighted at Cannabis Office Meeting
- Janeka Simon
- December 17, 2024
On Monday, the Office of Cannabis Regulations held an informational session to update the public on ...
Rashida A. Hodge Establishes $1 Million Scholarship for VI Public School Graduates
- Afraz Ahmad
- December 20, 2024
Graduates of Virgin Islands public high schools now have a new opportunity to fund their tertiary-le...
Final Words from Capehart, Carrion, and Frett-Gregory as Legislative Tenure Ends
- Nelcia Charlemagne
- December 21, 2024
Senators Diane Capehart and Samuel Carrion will not return as lawmakers in the 36th Legislature as t...
WAPA Awards $77 Million Diesel Supply Contract to Peerless After Lowest Bid Surprise
- Janeka Simon
- December 20, 2024
Pleasantly surprised at the surprisingly low cost of their bid, WAPA board members on Thursday award...
USVI Shines in 2025 Travel Awards, St. Croix Named Culinary Destination of the Year
- Staff Consortium
- December 20, 2024
The U.S. Virgin Islands have been recognized as a leading Caribbean destination, earning top accolad...
ShotSpotter Alert Leads to Discovery of 43rd Homicide Victim in USVI
- Staff Consortium
- December 19, 2024
ST. THOMAS — The V.I. Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Bureau is investigating a fatal sho...
Bank Fraud and Money Laundering Charges Added in Woodpile Scandal Case Against Darin Richardson
- Janeka Simon
- December 18, 2024
A second superseding indictment in what has become known as the woodpile scandal lays new charges of...
Woodpile Scandal: New Charges Threaten Defendants with Over 100 Years in Combined Sentences
- Ernice Gilbert
- December 19, 2024
Darin Richardson and Sasha and Davidson Charlemagne — defendants in what has come to be known as the...
Petronella Solar Farm Commissioned, Delivering Clean Power and Fuel Savings for WAPA
- Janeka Simon
- December 18, 2024
In a triumphant moment for the Water and Power Authority, Tuesday marked the official ribbon cutting...
Bill to Dismantle Illegal Gambling Advances, Aims to Recover $100 Million Leaving the Territory
- Nelcia Charlemagne
- December 18, 2024
Further action is expected to be taken on a bill set to strengthen enforcement of illegal gambling w...
Lawmakers Back $29 Million Marina Project in Red Hook to Revitalize Eyesore and Drive Economic Growth
- Nelcia Charlemagne
- December 18, 2024
Perspectives on a planned redevelopment of the Latitude 18 Marina in Red Hook vary widely during a T...
Decades-Old Road Issues in Williams Delight Fuel Calls for Immediate Action
- Janeka Simon
- December 17, 2024
On Monday, residents of Williams Delight took to the streets in their community to plead with offici...
No Inter-Island Sales, Strict Enforcement Plans, and 2025 Launch Timeline Highlighted at Cannabis Office Meeting
- Janeka Simon
- December 17, 2024
On Monday, the Office of Cannabis Regulations held an informational session to update the public on ...
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