British health authorities rolled out the first doses of a widely tested and independently reviewed COVID-19 vaccine Tuesday, starting a global immunization program that is expected to gain momentum as more serums win approval. The first shot was given to Margaret Keenan, who turns 91 next week, at University Hospital Coventry, one of several hospitals … Continued
VI Consortium As the recent Covid-19 surge in the territory kept pace Monday with 31 new cases reported, Governor Albert Bryan said during a press briefing the same day that he would tighten restrictions at the territory’s airports and levy fines on those who fail to adhere to the protocols. Airport protocols, at least on … Continued
In the last five days, Covid-19 cases have surged in the U.S. Virgin Islands, with the V.I. Dept. of Health reporting 117 new cases within that period. The current total active caseload stood at 134 as of Monday night, with St. Croix accounting for 44, St. Thomas 50, and St. John 40 — the most active cases … Continued
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force continues its appeal to the public for information into the identity of the individuals in possession of illegal firearms as it continues its fight to remove guns from the streets. Within the past week, several incidents involving firearms were reportedly used and even discharged which is evidence that there … Continued
PRESS RELEASE The Islanders FC claimed their eighth National League Title with a 3-1 win against Old Madrid FC on Sunday 6th December, 2020, at the FA’s new stadium venue in East End / Long Look. According to Player / Coach of the Islanders, Andy Davis, his team went into the game fully prepared and … Continued
In a Government Information Services release, it was announced that Attorney General, Honourable Dawn Smith attended her first meeting as Deputy Chairperson of the Virgin Islands General Legal Council last month. The current membership consists of Ms. Anthea Smith, Chairperson; Honourable Dawn Smith, Deputy Chairperson; ex-officio, Mrs. Kimberly Crabbe-Adams; President of the Bar Association, ex-officio, … Continued
In a Government Information Services release, Director of Agriculture and Fisheries, Mr. Theodore E. James has said that his department was made aware of a video in circulation regarding the illegal capture of seven Green sea turtles which have since been rescued and released. Mr. James said investigations into the matter are ongoing and is … Continued
Traveler’s eagerly awaiting the update for the opening of the Road Town Ferry Terminal found out that the original 8th December opening date was deferred to 2021. The news of the opening date deferral was announced in a press conference on December 7th with the Premier and Minister of Finance of the British Virgin Islands, … Continued
VI CONSORTIUM The U.S. Virgin Islands continues to produce excellence in a multitude of fields. From Rashida Hodge, the VP of North America Global Markets at IBM, who was recently named one of Fortune Magazine’s 40 Under 40 in Technology, to Marcella Nunez-Smith, an associate professor of internal medicine, public health and management, and founding … Continued
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Puerto Rico’s governor on Thursday announced stricter measures to fight COVID-19, including a lockdown on Sundays and the closure of all marinas as the U.S. territory grapples with an increase in cases and deaths. Gov. Wanda Vázquez also tightened a curfew, with businesses now ordered to close by 8:30 … Continued
