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Friday, April 19, 2024

PSC Urges Liberty V.I. Customers to Register Complaints

A top official at the Public Service Commission is urging customers of Liberty V.I. services to submit written complaints to the agency. That appeal was heard during two days of public listening sessions held to let consumers air their telecommunications problems.

Zoning Variance Request for St. John Container-Housing Development Raises Questions for Senators

When the Senate Committee of the Whole met Wednesday to discuss three applications for zoning changes for St. Thomas and St. John, senators were asked to consider something truly new in the housing industry.

Frett-Gregory Pushes Back on Bryan’s Veto of Bill Reforming Hiring Practices

Sen. Donna Frett-Gregory said she plans to work with her colleagues to override Gov. Albert Bryan Jr.’s veto of a bill that would prevent employers from asking about a job applicant’s criminal history until after they have been interviewed and offered a job.

Casino Commission Gives Green Light to VIGL Operations for Racetrack Casino

In a unanimous vote Thursday, the Virgin Islands Casino Control Commission approved the initial license application for VIGL Operations LLC to operate a casino at the Randal "Doc" James Racetrack on St. Croix.

Two of Three Zoning Changes Meet Little Opposition in Senate Session

Senators attending a Committee of the Whole meeting Wednesday seemed to find consensus on two zoning matters presented by the Department of Planning and Natural Resources.

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.

Elliott ‘Mac’ Davis Fitness Trail an Active Monument to its Activist Namesake

It did not take long after “Mac,” as he was known by everyone, died in September 2021 for his family to determine that they needed to somehow honor his lifelong love for and deep commitment to St. Thomas’ Magens Bay.

Rebirth: V.I. Artists Celebrate the Spring Equinox at CMCARTS Opening

Spring has arrived with flowers blooming, birds chirping, and V.I. artists showing their creations at the Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts in downtown Frederiksted at an opening April 20, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Liberty V.I. Customers Demand Better Service

Liberty V.I. customers appearing before the Public Service Commission on Wednesday evening put out a call to action to address a laundry list of complaints against the company.  

WICO Welcomes Inaugural Visit of Elegant, Environmentally Friendly ‘MSC Seascape’

MSC Seascape, berthed at the West Indian Company (WICO) dock where a welcome ceremony was held for Captain Michele Tuvo, 4,827 guests and 1,715 crew.

Dominican Republic Man Sentenced in Cocaine Trafficking Conviction

A Dominican Republic national, Ruben Reyes, 37, was sentenced by Chief Judge Robert A. Molloy to 120 months in prison, followed by five years of supervised release and a $100 special assessment, after pleading guilty to conspiracy to possess a controlled substance with intent to distribute while on board a vessel subject to the jurisdiction of the United States, U.S. Attorney Delia L. Smith announced Friday.

DPNR’s Fish and Wildlife Releases 2nd Edition of ‘Go Wild, Go Fish VI’ Magazine

The first issue of “Go Wild, Go Fish VI” was released last July and cast a spotlight on the endangered Virgin Islands tree boa, the invasive red-tailed boa, the division’s sea mapping program, scientific bird work, exotic pet amnesty program and scientific papers.

WICO Welcomes Inaugural Visit of Elegant, Environmentally Friendly ‘MSC Seascape’

MSC Seascape, berthed at the West Indian Company (WICO) dock where a welcome ceremony was held for Captain Michele Tuvo, 4,827 guests and 1,715 crew.

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FDA Issues Public Notification on S.W.A.G.: May Lower Blood Pressure to Dangerous Levels

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a public notification on S.W.A.G., advising consumers against purchasing the sexual enhancement product sold across various websites and in some retail stores.

DPNR’s Fish and Wildlife Releases 2nd Edition of ‘Go Wild, Go Fish VI’ Magazine

The first issue of “Go Wild, Go Fish VI” was released last July and cast a spotlight on the endangered Virgin Islands tree boa, the invasive red-tailed boa, the division’s sea mapping program, scientific bird work, exotic pet amnesty program and scientific papers.

Dominican Republic Man Sentenced in Cocaine Trafficking Conviction

A Dominican Republic national, Ruben Reyes, 37, was sentenced by Chief Judge Robert A. Molloy to 120 months in prison, followed by five years of supervised release and a $100 special assessment, after pleading guilty to conspiracy to possess a controlled substance with intent to distribute while on board a vessel subject to the jurisdiction of the United States, U.S. Attorney Delia L. Smith announced Friday.

Open Forum: WAPA Silent on Wartsila Project Delays

A press release from WAPA with prior notice does not lessen the pain and suffering that blackouts pose to the community. The hardship on families, particularly those unable to afford generators, is heavy. Businesses and families already struggling with the high cost of electricity must also be saddled with frequent power failures. Outages kill store revenues and can cause expensive equipment damage.

Terry Top Angler, ‘Backlash’ Top Boat in 2024 VI Game Fishing Club’s Dolphin Derby Tournament

Fishing aboard the St. Thomas-based 26’ Prowler, Marlin Etc., with Captain Ryan Mertens at the helm, Terry caught his winning fish north of St. Thomas.

VIPD: Traffic and Parking Advisory for St. Thomas 2024 Carnival Events

The Virgin Islands Police Department informs the community on the traffic and parking restrictions during the various 2024 Carnival events. These restrictions are to ensure the safe and expeditious movement of vehicular and pedestrian traffic flow.

DPNR’s Fish and Wildlife Releases 2nd Edition of ‘Go Wild, Go Fish VI’ Magazine

The first issue of “Go Wild, Go Fish VI” was released last July and cast a spotlight on the endangered Virgin Islands tree boa, the invasive red-tailed boa, the division’s sea mapping program, scientific bird work, exotic pet amnesty program and scientific papers.

Amy Veronica Williams Dies

Amy Veronica Williams has died.

UPCOMING EVENTS

UPCOMING EVENTS

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