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Gov Bryan leads USVI delegation @ Sea Trade Conference in Miami
VI CONSORTIUM
MIAMI, Florida, USA- Governor Albert A. Bryan Jr is leading a US Virgin Islands (USVI) delegation to the annual Sea Trade Conference in Miami, Florida, from April 8 to April 11, 2024, as part of efforts to bolster the territory's status as a leading destination for cruise tourism and maritime activities.
Moleto A. Smith is Executive Director of USVI Law Enforcement Planning Commission
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- In a recent announcement, Governor Albert A. Bryan Jr named Moleto A. Smith Jr as the new executive director of the [US] VI Law Enforcement Planning Commission.
Final round of water testing for Lead & Copper in St Croix
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- Governor Albert A. Bryan Jr announced this week that the Water and Power Authority and its local and federal partners are now seeking approximately 80 homes on St Croix to conduct the final round of testing for lead and copper contamination in the water.
Bryan & Roach exit USVI for Thanksgiving; Gov't employees get Friday off
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- Governor Albert Bryan and Lieutenant Governor Tregenza Roach will be out of the territory for the Thanksgiving holiday, starting Monday, November 20 through Sunday, November 26, and November 29, respectively. In their absence, Finance Commissioner Nominee Kevin McCurdy will assume the role of Acting Governor, according to Gov't House.
Gov Bryan asks court to conduct his divorce matter under seal
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- Governor Albert A. Bryan Jr has asked the [US] Virgin Islands Superior Court that divorce proceedings between himself and First Lady Yolanda C. Bryan be conducted under seal, so as to protect Mrs Bryan and their two adult children.
'No drink advisory' issued for St Croix as lead found in tap water
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- In an urgent response to recent water quality concerns, Governor of the US Virgin Islands (USVI) Albert A. Bryan Jr., acting in an "abundance of caution," has issued a "no drinking advisory" for the entire potable water system on St. Croix, advising residents to refrain from consuming tap water until its safety can be confirmed.
USVI Governor Bryan & wife to separate
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St. Thomas, USVI - The status of the relationship between Governor Albert Bryan Jr. and his wife, First Lady Yolanda Bryan, is deteriorating, with the two having essentially separated, though the First Lady still lives at Government House, say people with knowledge of the strained marriage.
'I win all the time' - Bryan brags about having way in Legislature
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St. Thomas, USVI - Governor Albert Bryan wasn't timid when expressing what he deems to be an impressive track record of getting his agenda maneuvered through the V.I. Legislature, boasting during an interview with the Consortium on Thursday that he always wins.
C’bean food portions not conducive to health– Hon Vincent O. Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Virgin Islands Minister for Health and Social Development, Hon Vincent O. Wheatley (R9) has criticized the Caribbean diet as one that is delicious, yet unhealthy, pointing to the portion sizes as one that is not conducive to good health.
Bryan out of USVI until Sept 12; Lt. Governor now acting Governor
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St. John, USVI - Governor Albert Bryan Jr. left the territory on Sept. 3rd and will be away through Tuesday, September 12, according to an announcement from Government House.