Local government

This Week's Senate Calendar

Gregory Norris — Sat, 19 May 2012 14:58:16 -0400

Here’s what’s on tap at the V.I. Legislature this week.

Office of Veterans Affairs Announces May Events

Gregory Norris — Fri, 18 May 2012 23:09:42 -0400

The Virgin Islands Office of Veterans Affairs announces a series of activities, leading up to the Memorial Day holiday, recognizing the men and women of the armed forces and their families.

FYI: African Heritage Week Proclaimed in the Virgin Islands

Gregory Norris — Fri, 18 May 2012 23:04:08 -0400

Gov. John P. deJongh Jr. proclaims May 20-26 to be African Heritage Week in the territory to serve as a reminder of the Virgin Islands proud African heritage.

Human Services Highlights Literacy, Language at Early Learning Conference

Gregory Norris — Thu, 17 May 2012 18:36:00 -0400

The Department of Human Services in collaboration with government agencies and non-profit organizations will host the 14th annual Best Beginnings early childhood conference.

VITEMA Holds 2012 All Hazards Preparedness Expo Territorywide

Gregory Norris — Thu, 17 May 2012 00:55:42 -0400

In a continuing effort to heighten awareness about the importance of being prepared, the Virgin Islands Territorial Emergency Management Agency will host the 2012 Annual All Hazards Preparedness Expoterritorywide, May 24 - 27.

Governing Board Meeting of the VIEDA’s Lending Division Scheduled

Gregory Norris — Tue, 15 May 2012 15:27:45 -0400

The V.I. Economic Development Authority Governing Board gives notice that the authority, along with its subsidiaries, will be holding a continuation of the Governing Board Decision Meeting of the Government Development Bank and the Small Business Development Agency held at 9 a.m. on May 2, on Thursday, May 17.

FYI: Governor Proclaims Foster Care Month

Gregory Norris — Mon, 14 May 2012 21:24:07 -0400

Gov. John P. deJongh Jr. proclaims May as “Foster Care month, a time to celebrate the unique group of people who open their hearts and homes to children in the foster care system in the V.I.

This Week's Senate Calendar

Gregory Norris — Sat, 12 May 2012 20:21:34 -0400

Here’s what’s on tap at the V.I. Legislature this week.

Bureau of Motor Vehicles to Close Early

Gregory Norris — Thu, 10 May 2012 17:29:32 -0400

The Bureau of Motor Vehicles will be closed at noon on Friday, May 18, on St. Croix, and at noon on Friday, May 25, on St. Thomas-St. John.

FYI: Nurses Week Proclaimed in the Virgin Islands

Gregory Norris — Thu, 10 May 2012 17:14:46 -0400

Gov. John P. de Jongh Jr. proclaims the week of May 6-12 to be Nurses Week in the Virgin Islands.

VIDOA Offers Grant Opportunities Through Crop Block Program

Gregory Norris — Thu, 10 May 2012 17:09:59 -0400

Farmers and the general public are invited to attend meetings to share information on grant funding opportunities available through the VIDOA.

Property Auctions to Resume on May 23

Gregory Norris — Wed, 09 May 2012 10:03:41 -0400

The Division of Real Property Tax, Office of the Lieutenant Governor, will resume its auctions of properties in delinquent payment status of ten or more years on May 23-25 in the St. Thomas-St. John district.

Fire Service Lifts Ban on Burning Permits

Gregory Norris — Tue, 08 May 2012 10:39:47 -0400

Daryl A. George, Assistant Director of the Virgin Islands Fire Service, announced on Monday that effective immediately the ban on burning permits has been lifted for the St. Thomas-St. John and St. Croix Districts.

Insular Superintendent Offers Condolences on the Passing of Gladys Abraham

Gregory Norris — Tue, 08 May 2012 09:49:12 -0400

St. Thomas-St. John Insular Superintendent Jeanette Smith-Barry offers condolences to the family and friends of Gladys A. Abraham, renowned local educator and leader in primary education, upon her recent passing.

This Week's Senate Calendar

Gregory Norris — Sat, 05 May 2012 10:03:57 -0400

Here's what is on tap at the Virgin Islands Legislature.

FYI: Governor Proclaims Mental Health Month in V.I.

Gregory Norris — Wed, 02 May 2012 02:31:58 -0400

Gov. John P. deJongh Jr. has proclaimed May to be Mental Health Month in the Virgin Islands. Cecile deJongh launches “Be a Friend” public awareness campaign to erase stigma and encourage treatment.

DOL Announces Start of Summer Youth Work Experience Program

Gregory Norris — Tue, 01 May 2012 17:35:57 -0400

The V.I. Department of Labor has begun to accept Summer Youth Work Experience applications. It anticipates serving approximately 425 customers, ages 14-25, territory-wide.

FYI: Earth Day Proclaimed in the Virgin Islands

Gregory Norris — Sun, 22 Apr 2012 00:51:06 -0400

Gov. John P. deJongh Jr. has proclaimed Earth Day in the Virgin Islands and asks that all citizens work to protect the environment.

VIEDA’s Lending Division Launches 90-Day Loan Amnesty Program

Gregory Norris — Sun, 22 Apr 2012 00:39:16 -0400

According to a press release issued on Friday by VIEDA, the Virgin Islands Economic Development Authority announced that the lending arms of the Government Development Bank and the Small Business Development Agency have embarked on a new loan policy to assist clients in paying off their outstanding loan balances.

Health Commissioner Issues Food Handling Safety Tips

Gregory Norris — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 22:31:07 -0400

All persons preparing and serving food are reminded to practice strict safe food handling techniques to prevent occurrences of food borne illness at all times and especially during Carnival.