![The owner of the refinery located on the south shore of St. Croix, Port Hamilton Refining and Transportation, said in a statement that it has reached an agreement with the Environmental Protection Agency to address safety concerns raised by EPA. PHRT said it is looking forward to working closely with the EPA “and has already made strides to fully deliver on the EPA’s requests.” The EPA on Monday announced that it is requiring PHRT to hire experts to safely remove chemicals […]](https://usvinews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/limetree-Refining-VIC-1400x912.jpg)
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Man Charged For Allegedly Raping Minor Daughter of Woman He Once Dated
ST. THOMAS — A man appeared before a judge in the V.I Superior Court on Monday to face a number of charges including rape, after a woman he once dated reported alleged sexual activity between the man and her minor daughter. M... More »
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Email Scams Circulating in USVI are Forcing Local Businesses to Pay Fraudulent Invoices; Lt. Gov. Urging Vigilance
Lieutenant Governor Tregenza Roach in his capacity as chairman of the V.I. Banking Board is advising business owners and their employees to be aware of Business Email Compromise (BEC) scams, which are skillfully targeting bus... More »
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Program Aimed at Helping USVI Farmers Apply For USDA NRCS Funding Launched by V.I. Good Food Coalition
The Virgin Islands Good Food Coalition announced Monday its new farmer-support program called Resources for Resilient Farms, with national partner Rural Advancement Foundation International USA (RAFI-USA). The program aims to... More »
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![ST. THOMAS — A woman was left nursing severe injuries including a broken wrist, abrasions to her face, deafness in her ears among other wounds after sustaining a vicious attack from her boyfriend, according to court documents. Javier Lima was arrested on December 5 in connection with the incident and was charged with second-degree assault, third-degree assault, simple assault and disturbance of the peace, all acts of domestic violence. He was in court on Monday to face charges. According to […]](https://usvinews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Javier-Lima-1400x912.jpg)
![Like many other cultural events, the Lechon Festival, held annually on St. Croix, was placed on pause since 2019 as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic. But the event — which celebrates Hispanic heritage and influence on the island — came roaring back on Sunday with a strong turnout, good food and lively music as if it never left. This year it was held at the Asado Crucian-Latin Grill, a restaurant on Hess Road in Castle Coakley, and as with past years, […]](https://usvinews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Lechon-2022-1400x912.jpg)
![ST. THOMAS — A shooting incident in Savan on Sunday left one individual dead and another receiving treatment at the Schneider Regional Medical Center, the V.I. Police Department has announced. According to V.I.P.D. Director of Communications Glen Dratte, the incident was reported to the 911 Emergency Call Center at about 3:53 p.m. Sunday by concerned residents. Officers were dispatched to the scene but the individuals had been transported to the hospital by private vehicle, according to Mr. Dratte. The V.I.P.D. […]](https://usvinews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/shooting-shell-casings.jpg)
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Coming in Hot: Crucian Coconut Festival Returns With 70 Vendors, Art Exhibit, Fashion Show and More
Decembers on St. Croix have traditionally been packed with events, but this year feels special as many activities return for the first time after three years. Among the affairs was the Coconut Festival, which returned over the weekend boasting about 70 vendors... More »
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Man Driving Drunk Causes Three-Way Accident, Police Say; One Victim Hospitalized
ST. CROIX — A man appeared in court on Friday, Dec. 2 to face DUI charges after police were called to investigate a vehicular collision on Grove Place Road. Julian St. Rose was arrested and charged on November 30 with driving... More »
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St. Croix Foundation’s Wine in the Warehouse Returns After 3-Year Hiatus
The St. Croix Food and Wine Experience came back after a three-year, Covid-induced hiatus on Thursday, and though only one event was held this year — its signature Wine in the Warehouse — the St. Croix Foundation, which organ... More »
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Cruise Ship Tourist With Covid-19 Dies at Hospital in St. Thomas, Dept. of Health Confirms
The V.I. Dept. of Health on Friday confirmed the Covid-related death of a cruise passenger in St. Thomas, who died at the Schneider Regional Center. “Recently a critically ill cruise ship passenger needed emergency care short... More »
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WAPA Gets Approval for New Propane Supplier, Extends Lease on Generating Unit as Vitol Standoff Continues
The V.I. Water and Power Authority board on Wednesday approved agreements with a propane supplier untied from Vitol and extended a lease with Aggreko LLC for use of its propane operating units. The moves take effect as WAPA’s... More »
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2022 Atlantic Hurricane Season Was Sixth Costliest on Record
As Caribbean residents heave a sigh of relief now that the Atlantic Hurricane Season is over, a look back at the past six months reveals that the 2022 season, which ended on Wednesday November 30, was the sixth costliest on ... More »
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Booster Covid Shots and Town Hall Meetings on Expansion of Health Care Announced for Veterans
Government House announced Thursday that in collaboration with the VI Office of Veterans Affairs, the VA Caribbean Healthcare System will conduct vaccination clinics and an in-person town halls for Veterans residing within th... More »
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