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UK police commissioners 'were not perfect, I'm not perfect'- Acting CoP Vanterpool
FISH BAY, Tortola, VI- Acting Commissioner of Police (CoP) Jacqueline E. Vanterpool has said she accomplished much during her latest acting period, despite the challenges.
Transportation a major challenge to food Security through CARICOM- Hon Fraser
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—Deputy Premier and Third District Representative Honourable Julian Fraser RA is of the view, ongoing constraints to importing food from CARICOM into the Virgin Islands—with transportation being a major challenge—does not make that option a viable one for the Territory’s food security at the moment.
‘A cry for help’: Sonnel G. Hanley is a homeless resident on Tortola
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands has changed over the past 20 years, as many social and economic issues have now shown their face in many ways. This includes a small homeless population that increased following the 2017 hurricanes of Irma and Maria, which knocked out some 70% of housing.
VI travellers asked to report any challenges with ESTA Visa Waiver to enter US
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Travellers from the Virgin Islands who have experienced challenges when using an Electronic System for Travel Authorisation (ESTA) Visa Waiver to enter the United States have been asked to report their experience to the Office of the Deputy Governor by Wednesday, November 13, 2024.
This Week We Feature Young Professional Delbert R. Samuel
By Reuben J.A. Stoby
The male teacher is a ‘dying breed’; however, Elmore Stoutt High School (ESHS) and the Virgin Islands education system are still fortunate to have Delbert R. Samuel.
USVI horse racing tracks: Progress on St Thomas, frustration on St Croix
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- In a Senate Committee that seemed to underscore a tale of two islands, progress and promise shone for the horse-racing industry on St Thomas, while bureaucratic delays and frustrations continued to mar the efforts on St Croix.
Calypsonians not getting themselves ready for festival events – Dirk L. Walters
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI– Chairman of the Virgin Islands Festival and Fairs Committee (VIF&FC) Mr Dirk L. Walters has pointed out that a majority of local calypsonians are not producing materials in time for local festivals and shows.
‘Legislative changes’ needed for same-sex referendum- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The referendum on the issue of same-sex marriage that was promised by the Government led by Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has appeared to have suffered a delay.
Up to 5 days for local cheque clearance; Banks have failed VI customers
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- In the heat of the 2023 political campaign, residents are disappointed that none of the four political parties running for office has spoken in any meaningful way about reforming the banking system in the Virgin Islands (VI) or advocating for better treatment of customers by those institutions.
UVI to increase Tuition by 14%; Meal Plans by 26%
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- The University of the Virgin Islands Board of Trustees has approved increases to tuition and fees for students, which are expected to start taking effect this fall. The decision was taken during the board’s quarterly meeting on Saturday, March 4, 2023, as the university faces chronically low enrollment and inflationary pressures.
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