![The V.I. Dept. of Health has stated that the U.S. Virgin Islands is entering the endemic stage in its efforts against Covid-19, an announcement that comes with massive implications regarding how the Bryan administration manages the coronavirus moving forward. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a disease is endemic when it is a constant presence in a population, follow predictable patterns and occur at an expected, baseline level. “To put it another way, an endemic disease is […]](https://usvinews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/covid-virus-symbol-1400x912.jpg)
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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Provides Update on Operations Territory-Wide Following Covid-Related Closures
The Office of the Lieutenant Governor early Monday provided an update regarding operations of its divisions which have been affected by Covid-19. Divisions located on St. Thomas at Nisky Center Suite 1B, Ground Floor (former ... More »
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Man Tells Police He Was ‘High’ and ‘Drunk’ When He Stole a Woman’s Backpack Containing Cash, iPad and Other Items
ST. THOMAS — A man has been charged for grand larceny and vehicle tampering after he reportedly stole a backpack from a vehicle at a gas station. Police were summoned to the gas station during the morning time of Monday, May ... More »
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Jetblue to Launch Hostile Takeover Bid Following Spirit’s Rejection of $3.6 Billion Offer
Following Spirit Airline’s rejection of a $3.6 billion buyout offer from Jetblue, deciding instead to stick with the first acquisition deal offered by Frontier Airlines, Jetblue on Monday announced that it plans on launching ... More »
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![Delegate to Congress Stacey Plaskett has unveiled her office’s priorities for fiscal year 2023 regarding community project funding requests for the U.S. Virgin Islands. Under Democratic leadership, the appropriations process this year has allowed for members to make requests for funding of specific projects with certain stipulations,” said Ms. Plaskett, who serves on the House Ways and Means, Budget and Agriculture Committees. “Last month, Governor Bryan submitted a list of projects that his administration was interested in my office submitting. […]](https://usvinews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/plaskett-congresswoman-1-1400x912.jpg)
![On their faces, copious pride and joy was evident in both St. Thomas and St. Croix this week, as nearly 300 University of the Virgin Islands graduates made their way on stage to receive their degrees, including for the first time six students who completed the university’s master of art in social work program. But their successful journey was no fait accompli. On the contrary, for most in this year’s graduating class, the journey was interrupted midway by an unanticipated pandemic […]](https://usvinews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/uvi-2022-commencement-1400x912.jpg)
V.I.P.D., U.S. Attorney for V.I. Recognize Police Week; VIPD Hosting Weeklong, Territory-Wide Events
![The V.I. Police Department is commemorating National Police Week with multiple events territory-wide beginning today, according to a release from the police department. Separately, in honor of National Police Week, U.S. Attorney for the V.I., Delia Smith is recognizing the service and sacrifice of federal and local law enforcement. This year the week is observed Wednesday, May 11 through Tuesday, May 17, however the V.I. Police Department is hosting events through Saturday. St. Croix Monday, May 16, 2022: Motorcade to […]](https://usvinews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/VIPD-New-Uniforms-1400x912.jpg)
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The First Digital Camera Was The Size of a Toaster
In the past two weeks, you’ve probably shared at least one embarrassing photo with family or friends. The process, from taking the photo to sharing it, was practically instantaneous. Yet only 20 years ago, you would have had to load and unload film in your cam... More »
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NBA and FIBA Handpicks Virgin Islander Kaden Gumbs to Participate in 11th Basketball Without Borders Americas Camp
The Virgin Islands Basketball Federation announced Friday that Kaden Gumbs has been chosen to participate in the 11th Basketball Without Borders Americas camp hosted by the NBA and FIBA. The camp will be held Monday, May 16 t... More »
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VIPD to Determine Whether Body of Woman Found Disposed in Estate Glynn is 54-year-old Female Reported Missing the Same Day
ST. CROIX — The V.I. Police Department on Sunday said it was in the process of determining whether a deceased female found disposed in bushes in Estate Glynn on Tues. May 10, is the woman who was reported missing by her famil... More »
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Army Veteran is Killed in Hit-and-Run Car Accident in Catherine’s Rest, Police Say
ST. CROIX — A U.S. Army veteran who moved to St. Croix from the mainland was killed during a hit-and-run car accident in Catherine’s Rest, the V.I. Police Department made known Sunday evening. According to police spokesman Gl... More »
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Department of Health Aligns Isolation and Quarantine Procedures With CDC Recommendations
US Virgin Islands —The VI Department of Health (VIDOH) is revising its Isolation and Quarantine guidelines to align with the recommendations of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The new policies are: Isolation: ... More »
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U.S. Attorney Delia L. Smith Recognizes Police Week in the U.S. Virgin Islands
ST. THOMAS, USVI – In honor of National Police Week, United States Attorney Delia L. Smith recognizes the service and sacrifice of federal and local law enforcement. This year, the week is observed Wednesday, May 11, 2022, th... More »
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Poor Working Conditions, Unmaintained Equipment, Pay Disparity and More: Nurses on St. Croix Take to the Streets in Protest
A large group of nurses supported by concerned residents and a number of lawmakers and political candidates, protested from the Basin Triangle all the way to Government House in Christiansted on Thursday, an effort aimed at b... More »
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