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USVI Gov't grappling with $2.2M bounced check problem
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St Thomas, USVI - In a revelation that startled legislators, the United States Virgin Islands (USVI) Department of Finance disclosed that it has amassed a total of $2.2 million in bounced checks, creating a massive cash flow problem for the department, and the government of the Virgin Islands.
‘We have been trying to patch as much potholes as possible’- Hon Rymer
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- As residents continue to complain about the state of the roads, which have been made worse by the recent floodings, Minister for Communications and Works Hon Kye M. Rymer (R5) said the plan is to do some interim repair work until major works can be done once the required funding is received.
VI celebrates King’s birthday with ceremonial parade
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – What was a national holiday for the Virgin Islands (VI) was also the date of a grand ceremonial parade in celebration of the birthday of King Charles III on Friday, June 14, 2024.
Men may feel ‘societal pressure to suppress their emotions’- Health Minister
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Minister for Health and Social Development Honourable Vincent O. Wheatley (R9) has highlighted the importance of men seeking help and prioritising their mental health and well-being.
Gov’t will find ways to help businesses facing difficulties– Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) says the government will continue to find ways to help businesses facing difficulties in the Virgin Islands (VI).
Power knocked out in parts of Tortola & JvD as car crashes into utility pole in WE
WEST END, Tortola, VI- As far as Jost van Dyke was affected when a car brought down a utility pole at West End, Tortola this afternoon, June 18, 2024.
Premier Wheatley attending CDB’s Annual Meeting in Canada
ONTARIO, Canada- Premier of the Virgin Islands, Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) is attending the 54th Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) Annual Meeting in Ontario, Canada from June 18 to 21, 2024.
BFEC produces VI’s top students @ both primary & secondary levels
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- The students and teachers of Bregado Flax Educational Centre (BFEC) on Virgin Gorda must be beaming with pride, as the school has produced the territory’s top students at the primary and secondary levels for 2024.
Tola Radio VI's ‘Da Morning Braff’ show returns
FAT HOGS BAY, Tortola, VI– After a long absence on air, Tola Radio VI 100.5 FM Owner and Da Morning Braff Show host Floyd Burnett aka ‘Heritage’ returned to the show on Monday, June 17, 2024, much to the delight of his many listeners, who expressed their appreciation at seeing the show and the host back on air.
Controversial Crown Lands Bill passed in HoA after nearly 3 weeks in committee
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The long-awaited but controversial Crown Lands Management Bill 2024 passed in the House of Assembly (HoA) last night, Monday, June 17, 2024.
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