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Thursday, March 28, 2024

Tearful Tributes for a Child’s Life Lost Too Soon

On a Wednesday afternoon in spring, the air around Emancipation Garden is seasonably warm. Mild sunshine lights up the new foliage on the trees. The calm waters of Charlotte Amalie Harbor can be seen from a distance. And with V.I. Carnival a few days away, children like Ja’Qeada Isaac might be practicing some dance moves to perform with her troupe at the upcoming parades.

Liberty VI General Manager Responds to Senate

On Monday, the 35th Legislature passed a bill requiring the Virgin Islands Public Services Commission to file an official complaint with the Federal Communications Commission against Liberty VI. On Wednesday, Ravindra Maywahlall, Liberty VI's general manager, responded to the bill in a written statement.

VIports Partners Selected for P3 Development of Airports

VIports Partners was approved as the V.I. Port Authority’s potential public-private partner for both the Cyril E. King and Henry E. Rohlsen airports on Tuesday during a special governing board meeting. VIPA Executive Director Carlton Dowe and the Evaluation Committee's approved P3 recommendation authorized the executive director to enter into a transition agreement with VIports Partners, which officials said would take about nine months to finalize.

Police Commissioner Cleared in Investigation for Officer-Involved Shooting

V.I. Police Department Commissioner Ray Martinez was under investigation for an officer-involved shooting without injuries, the V.I. Police Department reported Tuesday.

Reggae Giant Vaughn Benjamin May Get St. Croix Monument

V.I. Senate hearings can take on colorful and diverse tones, but Tuesday's hearing to honor reggae personality Vaughn Benjamin, also known as Akae Beka, took on a musical tone. Benjamin died in 2019 at the age of 50. Many of his songs have hit the Billboard Reggae Album Top 10 chart many times.

Community Partnerships Urged at STJ Public Safety Meeting

Police officials on St. John are counting the ways their recent town meeting in Cruz Bay met their expectations. More than 50 residents and business owners joined the March 21 meeting to express concerns, ask questions and show their support for a number of anti-crime initiatives.

Traumatic Brain Injuries: What to Know?

On Tuesday, the Disability Rights Center of the Virgin Islands hosted a webinar on Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs) featuring Dr. Mary "Mitzi" Payne, a visiting neurologist to the Virgin Islands and professor at Marshall University.

Senate Approves Willocks for Supreme Court and Other Nominees

Senators voted to approve a new justice of the U.S. Virgin Islands Supreme Court, a new Human Services commissioner, a new Virgin Islands Fire and Emergency Medical Services director, and other nominees to positions of public trust Monday.

Government House Sends Easter Greetings and Encourages Campers to Keep Camp Areas Clean

Government House Communications Director Richard Motta announced that Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. is out of the territory and should return April 1. Bryan will visit Barbados, St. Vincent and the Grenadines to “foster stronger ties and explore avenues for collaboration and growth.”

The Forum Presents ‘Florencia en el Amazonas’ Opera on Thursday, March 28

Hailing from Mexico City, Daniel Catán (1949–2011) was a celebrated composer of orchestral, instrumental, vocal and film music.

Police Commissioner Cleared in Investigation for Officer-Involved Shooting

V.I. Police Department Commissioner Ray Martinez was under investigation for an officer-involved shooting without injuries, the V.I. Police Department reported Tuesday.

Senate Slams Liberty Phone Service in Marathon Session

The 35th Legislature of the Virgin Islands was so fed up with Liberty VI’s phone service that Monday night, with scant prior warning, they passed a resolution requiring the Virgin Islands Public Services Commission to file an official complaint on behalf of the people of the Virgin Islands against Liberty Latin America, Liberty Mobile USVI, and Liberty Mobile Puerto Rico with the Federal Communications Commission. 

WAPA Undergoes Comprehensive Training Program of Fleet and PPE on St. Croix

While the line department received training on daily testing and inspection of their personal protection equipment (PPE) to ensure it is safe to use and dielectric testing methods.

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Senate Slams Liberty Phone Service in Marathon Session

The 35th Legislature of the Virgin Islands was so fed up with Liberty VI’s phone service that Monday night, with scant prior warning, they passed a resolution requiring the Virgin Islands Public Services Commission to file an official complaint on behalf of the people of the Virgin Islands against Liberty Latin America, Liberty Mobile USVI, and Liberty Mobile Puerto Rico with the Federal Communications Commission. 

Police Commissioner Cleared in Investigation for Officer-Involved Shooting

V.I. Police Department Commissioner Ray Martinez was under investigation for an officer-involved shooting without injuries, the V.I. Police Department reported Tuesday.

Legislature Corner: Plaskett Releases Statement on FY 2024 Appropriations Package

The bill "was approved in the House of Representatives and U.S. Senate and signed into law by President Biden. This averts a partial government shutdown, which would have negative consequences for the Virgin Islands."

Michelle Smith Continues Impressive Performances; CARIFTA Team Set to Travel to Grenada

The Virgin Islands Track and Field CARIFTA team is set to travel to Grenada for the 51st edition of the games on March 28. The competition will commence on March 30.

The Forum Presents ‘Florencia en el Amazonas’ Opera on Thursday, March 28

Hailing from Mexico City, Daniel Catán (1949–2011) was a celebrated composer of orchestral, instrumental, vocal and film music.

VIDE, Viya to Host Vlogging Workshop for Female Students 4th to 12th Grades

The workshop is open to female students of public, private and parochial schools. It will take place 4-5 p.m., Tuesday, April 2, via Zoom.

Luz M. Ortiz Dies at 69

Luz M. Ortiz, also known as “Lucy,” of Estate Campo Rico died on March 21.

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