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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.

Quarrel Turns Deadly in Thomasville; Female Motorist Killed

Police say a heated argument between a toddler’s parents led to the apparent shooting death of the child’s mother. According to court records, the incident was reported to 911 just after dawn on Friday.

Ackley to Resign as V.I. GOP Chairman to Help Care for Father

Virgin Islands Republican Chairman Gordon Ackley will resign effective the election and qualification of a successor at a special meeting of the party’s State Committee on May 3, according to a news release from the party’s executive director, Dennis Lennox, on Monday. Ackley announced his resignation to party faithful in an email Friday, citing the need to leave the territory to care for his ailing father.

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.

State of the Territory | Echoes of Joy: Embracing Tradition at St. Thomas Carnival

In her bi-weekly column, “State of the Territory,” former Sen. Janelle K. Sarauw delves deeper into issues of concern for V.I. residents.

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.

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. 

Let’s Celebrate J’ouvert 2024 Responsibly

The Virgin Islands Taxicab Commission, in conjunction with the Virgin Islands Police Department and Bellows International, is asking J’ouvert revelers not to drink and drive

WEB Aruba Signs Water-as-a-Service® BOOT Agreement With Seven Seas Water Group

Seven Seas Water (Aruba) VBA will construct a new seawater reverse osmosis plant, contributing a total of a minimum of 16,500 cubic meters of daily drinking water per day.

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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.

Let’s Celebrate J’ouvert 2024 Responsibly

The Virgin Islands Taxicab Commission, in conjunction with the Virgin Islands Police Department and Bellows International, is asking J’ouvert revelers not to drink and drive

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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