Category: Local government
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PUBLIC SERVICE RECOGNITION WEEK
The week of May 17-21, has been proclaimed as "Public Service Recognition Week" in the U.S. Virgin Islands by Governor Charles W.…
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WINSTON RAYMO CENTER ACTIVITES SUSPENDED
All activities at the Winston Raymo Center have been suspended until the conclusion of Sinbad's Soul Music Festival.
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TESTIMONY FROM V.I. INSPECTOR GENERAL
Here is the testimony presented by the V.I. Inspector General at the Finance Committee hearing on the Financial Accountablity and Short Term…
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MAY PROCLAIMED CLEANUP AND BEAUTIFICATION MONTH
Governor Charles W. Turnbull has proclaimed the month of May as "Cleanup and Beautification Month" in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
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HAIR BRAIDING LICENSES HALTED
The Barbers, Beauticians and Manicurists' Board will schedule a public hearing on hair braiding to establish rules and regulation, but in the…
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SIBILLY ROAD IMPROVEMENT PROJECT STARTS
Government officials and Sibilly family members were out in force Tuesday to break ground for a re-routed road in front of the…
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LABOR DEPARTMENT ACCEPTING TRAINING PROPOSALS
A conference to facilitate preparations of RFP packages will be held on Thursday May 20, at the Department of Labor's conference room.
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BREAST CANCER MONTH
May is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The St.Thomas/St.John Unit of the American Cancer Society is offering low cost mammogram certificates.
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DCLA; LICENSE REQUIRED FOR SPECIAL EVENTS SALES
Individuals or groups that sell items such as flowers for special events like Mothers Day, Valentines Day, etc., are advised that a…
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OLDER AMERICANS HONORED IN MAY
The month of May has been proclaimed "Older Americans Month" in the Virgin Islands by Governor Charles W. Turnbull.
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'HEALTH BRAINTRUST' AVAILABLE ON INTERNET
The 1999 Congressional Black Caucus Spring Health Braintrust "Reducing the Disparities: Making the Healthcare Delivery System Work for African Americans" is being…
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UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE TAX DEADLINE EXTENDED
Eleuteria Roberts, acting Labor commissioner, has extended the due date for employers filing their first quarter unemployment insurance contribution to May 7,…
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EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT CONFERENCE
The early childhood conference, "Spotlight on Young Children," will be held on St. Thomas on May 14, 15 and 17 at the…
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DELEGATE APPLAUDS ROSA PARKS LEGISLATION
V.I. Delegate Donna M. Christian-Christensen on Wednesday applauded the passage of legislation to give the Congressional Gold Medal to Rosa Parks for…
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DONASTORG NOTES EARTH DAY
On the occassion of the 29th anniversary of the first Earth Day celebration, Sen. Adlah "Fonice" Donastorg says everyday should be treated…
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RETIREE CHECKS
A number of retirees have not received their checks for April 15.
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ORGAN/TISSUE DONOR AWARENESS WEEK
Governor Charles W. Turnbull has proclaimed the week of April 18-24, as Organ/Tissue Donor Awareness Week in the Virgin Islands.
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YOUTH VIEWS IN ACTION
Individuals interested in youth affairs are invited to participate in the launching of "Youth Views in Action."The first forum will be held…
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PROPERTY TAX FORUMS END TUESDAY
The last territorial property tax forum will be held on St. Thomas Tuesday, April 20, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the…
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VICTIM RIGHTS WEEK
Governor Charles W. Turnbull has proclaimed the week of April 19-25, as "Victim Rights Week."
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WEEK OF THE YOUNG CHILD
Governor Charles W. Turnbull proclaimed the week of April 18-24, as the "Week of the Young Child."
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V.I. BANKING BOARD TO MEET
The Virgin Islands Banking Board will meet at 11 a.m. Monday, April 19, at Gertrude's Restaurant in St. Croix.
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PROPERTY TAX FORUMS TO BE HELD
Lt. Gov. Gerard Luz James II has announced that his office will hold a series of public forums on property tax issues…
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DPNR WHELK SEASON ADVISORY
The Department of Planning and Natural Resources, Environmental Enforcemnt Division, advises commercial fishermen and the general public that the harvesting of whelks…
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WICO CLARIFIES TURNBULL RESIDENCE ISSUE
The West Indian Co. Ltd. issued a statement Thursday about its rental of a home in Estate Elizabeth for Gov. Charles W.…
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DELEGATE: TURNBULL WAS HONEST WITH US
Responding to Gov. Charles W. Turnbull's announcement that Thursday's payday would be delayed, Delegate Donna Christian-Christensen praised him Wednesday for his candor…
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DONASTORG REPONDS TO PROSSER DEAL
Sen. Adlah "Foncie" Donastorg issued a press release Thursday in response to the news that Jeffrey Prosser had cut a deal to…
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MORE THAN 70 TO BE NATURALIZED
More than 70 new citizens will be naturalized on Thursday, April 1, at 9 a.m. at a ceremony in the V.I. District…
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TAKE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR EASTER HOLIDAY
If you're going to be away over the long Easter weekend, it's important to secure your home so you won't become a…
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APRIL PROCLAIMED 'STOP VIOLENCE MONTH'
Gov. Charles W. Turnbull has proclaimed April as "Stop the Violence Month" in the Virgin Islands.