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Senate Struggles to Assert Independence From Bryan, Admits Electric Bills Must be Paid

St. Croix Educational Complex Powers Up New Micro-Grid Solar Farm

USVI Wind Projects Enter Next Phase with Executed Lease

St. Croix Educational Complex Powers Up New Micro-Grid Solar Farm

Nelcia Charlemagne
April 24, 2024

A micro-grid solar farm begun last year at the St. Croix Educational Complex is now complete, the V....

USVI Wind Projects Enter Next Phase with Executed Lease

Staff Consortium
April 24, 2024

The lease agreement necessary to progress work on the wind farm projects slated St. Thomas and St. C...

Liberty VI Launches Fiber Network Construction in St. Croix to Enhance Internet Connectivity

Staff Consortium
April 24, 2024

Liberty VI has announced the commencement of a critical fiber installation project at Sion Farm and ...

Former Security Company Employee Arrested for Theft on St. Croix

Staff Consortium
April 24, 2024

ST. CROIX — The V.I. Police Department has announced the arrest of a former employee of Ranger Ameri...

Man Arrested for Aggravated Rape in St. Croix

Staff Consortium
April 23, 2024

ST. CROIX — The V.I. Police Department has reported the arrest of Shawn Alexander, who was wanted fo...

Senators Confront Governor Over WAPA's Debt Clearance Method

Nelcia Charlemagne
April 23, 2024

The territory’s lawmakers have doubled down on the need for accountability from the Water and Power ...

Senator Heyliger Challenges Governor Bryan's WAPA Funding Claims

Staff Consortium
April 23, 2024

In a forceful rebuttal to Governor Albert Bryan's recent statements about funding for the V.I. Wate...

VI Legislature Announces WAPA Press Conference in Wake of Bryan's State of Emergency Declaration

Ernice Gilbert
April 23, 2024

Following Governor Albert Bryan's state of emergency declaration aimed at resolving the V.I. Water a...

Governor Bryan Nominates Gordon Rhea as USVI's New Attorney General

Staff Consortium
April 22, 2024

On Monday, Governor Albert Bryan Jr. held his second press conference of the day where he confirmed ...

Op-Ed: VIPA Leads USVI into Economic Future with Airport Transformation Projects

Staff Consortium
April 22, 2024

On March 26th, the Virgin Islands Port Authority Board of Governors took a transformational step in ...

Over 1300 Gov't Employees Have Expressed Interest In Revived GERS Loan Program, CEO Says

Staff Consortium
April 22, 2024

The Government Employees' Retirement System is now processing at least 1,329 submissions from active...

Taxicab Commission Providing Free Rides After J’Ouvert in Bid to Prevent Drunk Driving

Staff Consortium
April 22, 2024

As J’Ouvert 2024 approaches, the V.I. Taxicab Commission, in partnership with the V.I. Police Depart...

Three Schools in St. Croix District Shift to Remote Learning Due to Inclement Weather

Staff Consortium
April 21, 2024

The V.I. Dept. of Education has informed the public about operational changes in the St. Croix distr...

Senate Struggles to Assert Independence From Bryan, Admits Electric Bills Must be Paid

Ernice Gilbert
April 24, 2024

Members of the 35th Legislature on Tuesday held a press conference at the Earl B. Ottley Legislative...

EPA Injects $62 Million Into USVI to Move Away from High-Cost Energy, Towards Affordable Solar Solutions

Staff Consortium
April 23, 2024

In an Earth Day announcement on Monday, the Environmental Protection Agency announced an award of $6...

DJ Avalanche, Producer of Global Hits Hard Fete and A-List, Receives Keys to the Virgin Islands; Other Noteworthy Individuals Celebrated

Nelcia Charlemagne
April 23, 2024

Four more Virgin Islanders received official honors during a Perma Plaque Ceremony hosted on St. Tho...

St. Thomas USVI Tops Expedia's Fastest Growing Summer Destinations List

Staff Consortium
April 23, 2024

A new report from Expedia has revealed St. Thomas U.S. Virgin Islands as the fastest-growing travel ...

Bryan Declares State of Emergency to Deal With WAPA Funding Crisis, as Utility Comes Under Pressure From Suppliers

Janeka Simon
April 22, 2024

Governor Albert Bryan Jr. has declared a local state of emergency so that the government can pay som...

The Fred Hotel to Expand With 34 Rooms as Historical Preservation Committee Gives Greenlight

Janeka Simon
April 22, 2024

The St. Croix Historic Preservation Committee conditionally approved the expansion of the Fred Hotel...

Watch: Bryan Calls For Urgent Funding for WAPA During Special Press Briefing

Ernice Gilbert
April 22, 2024

Last updated at 12:47 p.m. on Monday, April 22, 2024: Following today's press briefing, Mr. Bry...

Majestik Estrada-Petersen Crowned 2024 St. Thomas Carnival Queen

Janeka Simon
April 21, 2024

As the countdown to Carnival moves into high gear on St. Thomas, the island’s female mas monarch has...

St. Croix Students Witness Historic Rocket Launch in Florida

Staff Consortium
April 20, 2024

A group of ambitious students from St. Croix Central High School, along with their Spanish teacher a...

VIGL Granted 1-Year Racino License, Setting Stage For Revitalized Horse Racing on St. Croix

Janeka Simon
April 19, 2024

“It’s a day that we’ve looked forward to for a long time….we’re cautiously optimistic,” said VIGL Op...

viNGN Pursues Pricing Overhaul Amid High Internet Costs

Nelcia Charlemagne
April 19, 2024

In a comprehensive update to members of the Senate Committee on Economic Development and Agriculture...

Taste of St. Croix Dazzles with Elegant Flair, High Turnout, and Spread of Award-winning Dishes

Ernice Gilbert
April 19, 2024

Between 600 and 700 people attended this year's Taste of St. Croix at the Divi Casino on St. Croix's...

Members of Congress, Civil Rights Leaders Call on Biden’s DOJ to Reject Racist Insular Cases Doctrine

Janeka Simon
April 18, 2024

WASHINGTON — At a press conference held Wednesday on Capitol Hill, a coalition of elected officials,...

Crisis in the USVI: Soaring Youth Violence, Educational Decline, and a

Politics

Javan James Won't Seek Reelection, Opts for Academic Pursuit

Opinion

Op-Ed: VIPA Leads USVI into Economic Future with Airport Transformatio...

Opinion: Pushing for Systemic Change in the Territory, Starting With t...

Delegate Plaskett's Vision: A Resilient and Prosperous Future for the ...

First Lady Yolanda Bryan Shares Her Personal Journey with Diabetes and...

A New Soca Dynasty: Black Empire's EP Signals a Musical Revolution in ...

Opinion: How a Tragic Airline Accident on St. Thomas Led to the Most P...

Op-Ed: Give Jackie her Jacket - An Analysis of the Delegate to Congres...

Editorial: Former Sen. Sarauw Reflects on 175th Emancipation Celebrati...

Time for Action: In Editorial, Bryan Calls on Senate to Approve Land S...

Children First: Let's Make St. John's Dream School a Reality...

Community Center

DJ Avalanche, Producer of Global Hits Hard Fete and A-List, Receives Keys to the Virgin Islands; Other Noteworthy Individuals Celebrated

Nelcia Charlemagne
April 23, 2024

Four more Virgin Islanders received official honors during a Perma Plaque Ceremony hosted on St. Tho...

Three Schools in St. Croix District Shift to Remote Learning Due to Inclement Weather

Staff Consortium
April 21, 2024

The V.I. Dept. of Education has informed the public about operational changes in the St. Croix distr...

The V.I. Dept. of Education has informed the publi...

National Park Service Offers Paid Summer Jobs for Teens at Christiansted National Historic Site

Staff Consortium
April 19, 2024

The National Park Service is inviting local high school students between the ages of 15 and 18 to a...

The National Park Service is inviting local high ...

LEPC Announces Grants For Substance Abuse, Violence Against Women, and Victim Assistance

Staff Consortium
April 19, 2024

The V.I. Law Enforcement Planning Commission has announced a suite of funding opportunities designed...

The V.I. Law Enforcement Planning Commission has a...

Vic Videos

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Watch: World's Largest Cruise Ship Makes Maiden...

February 01, 2024 07:18 AM

VIPD Executes Major Drug and Weapons Operation,...

January 24, 2024 08:46 PM

Scenes of St. Croix's 2024 Food Fair

January 17, 2024 06:50 AM

First New Hotel in USVI in 30 Years Breaks Grou...

October 21, 2023 05:30 AM

Government

Senate Struggles to Assert Independence From Bryan, Admits Electric Bills Must be Paid

Ernice Gilbert
April 24, 2024

Members of the 35th Legislature on Tuesday held a press conference at the Earl B. Ottley Legislative chambers, an event meant to show a united, strong...

Governor Bryan Nominates Gordon Rhea as USVI's New Attorney General

Staff Consortium
April 22, 2024

On Monday, Governor Albert Bryan Jr. held his second press conference of the day where he confirmed what had been whispered for the last week or so — ...

Watch: Bryan Calls For Urgent Funding for WAPA During Special Press Briefing

Ernice Gilbert
April 22, 2024

Last updated at 12:47 p.m. on Monday, April 22, 2024: Following today's press briefing, Mr. Bryan told the Consortium that he had sought to call ...

Bill to Allow Virgin Islanders to Elect Attorney General Introduced in Senate

Nelcia Charlemagne
March 27, 2024

After the resignation of former attorney general Ariel Smith reignited the discussion about the parade of appointees who have cycled through the post ...

Loan Program Revival in April, Strong GERS Finances, and Havensight Mall Upgrades Announced

Janeka Simon
March 20, 2024

Government retirees will have to wait until next month to learn the full details of the highly anticipated loan program due to be restarted by the Gov...

USVI PORTS HUB

Dowe at it Again: VIPA Cuts Ribbon on Gordon A....

Elesha George
June 26, 2022

The Gordon A. Finch Molasses Pier Cargo Facility had its grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony at the Krause Lagoon, St. Croix, on Thursday, just ...

The Queen Mary II Makes Unscheduled Voyage to S...

Staff Consortium
April 02, 2022

The Queen Mary II will make an unscheduled visit to the Austin Monsanto Terminal on Saturday at 6 a.m. and depart at 6 p.m. “The USVI is open for b...

Watch: World's Largest Cruise Ship Docks at Cro...

Staff Consortium
March 23, 2022

Virgin Islands Welcomes Wonder of the Seas, Wor...

Kyle Murphy
March 23, 2022

Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas, the largest cruise ship in the world, docked for the first time in the Virgin Islands on Tuesday at the Austin “...

One of Royal Caribbean's Largest Cruise Ships M...

Kyle Murphy
January 06, 2022

ST. THOMAS — Royal Caribbean’s 1,138-foot long, 135-foot wide Odyssey of the Seas — one of Royal Caribbean's largest cruise ships — made its maiden vo...

Port Authority Announces Inaugural Visit from O...

Staff Consortium
December 24, 2021

Royal Caribbean Cruise Line’s Odyssey of the Seas will make its inaugural call to St. Thomas on Wednesday, December 29, the V.I. Port Authority has an...

Business

viNGN Pursues Pricing Overhaul Amid High Internet Costs

Nelcia Charlemagne
April 19, 2024

In a comprehensive update to members of the Senate Committee on Economic Development and Agriculture on the financial status of the V.I. Next Generati...

viNGN Unable to Pay $36 Million Loan, Battling Mounting Financial Challenges, CEO Says

Nelcia Charlemagne
April 17, 2024

The management of the Virgin Islands Next Generation Network does not believe they will be able to repay a loan worth some $36.8 million to the Public...

Second Lawsuit Filed Against Matthew McClafferty Claims His Firm is Running Ponzi Scheme

Janeka Simon
April 16, 2024

Another lawsuit has been filed in the V.I. District Court against Matthew McClafferty, founder of private equity firm Mac Private Equity Inc. who vehe...

Liberty VI Launches Fiber Network Construction in Baron Spot

Staff Consortium
April 12, 2024

ST. CROIX — Liberty VI has announced the commencement of a new fiber optic cable installation project at Estate Baron Spot in St. Croix, set to enhanc...

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