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March 22, 2017
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ST. THOMAS — At a press conference held at Government House on this island, where Governor Kenneth Mapp spoke about steps his administration has been taking to offset an over $100 million structural deficit without laying off or furloughing government employees, Mr. Mapp said he wasn’t so sure...
By Ernice /
March 22, 2017
ST. THOMAS — Governor Kenneth Mapp shared some good news at a press conference held here on Wednesday: the release of $20 million in 2015 tax refunds, which is expected in the next few weeks. The governor made the announcement while making known that his administration has taken steps to prevent...
By Ernice /
March 22, 2017
ST. THOMAS — Governor Kenneth Mapp sought to strike a positive tone during a press conference held at Government House here on Wednesday, stating that the government — from April 1 through June 30 – would not need to furlough, reduce hours, layoff employees or close public schools every...
By Ernice /
March 22, 2017
ST. CROIX — A video showing the chaotic scene inside the Estate Glynn Cockpit during the shooting outside the facility that left two people dead, has been obtained by The Consortium. The incident occurred on Saturday, March 11, just after 8:00 p.m., and the 911 emergency call center was contacted...
By Ernice /
March 22, 2017
ST. THOMAS — Limetree Bay Terminals has represented to many senators and Governor Kenneth Mapp, a bright spot in their political careers as they continually point to the storage facility — which has employed over 600 people since opening — as a deal that has helped boost the territory’s...
By Ernice /
March 22, 2017
ST. THOMAS — Rising food and gas prices, the establishment of processing plants on both St. Thomas and St. Croix, and other issues affecting consumerism in the territory were discussed, during the first meeting of the Committee on Workforce Development, Consumer Affairs and Culture—held at the Earl...
By Donna /
March 22, 2017
ST. THOMAS — Thirty-one additional members of the Virgin Islands Police Department stood proudly before their families, friends, and peers as they were promoted to supervisory ranks on Tuesday, in a ceremony held at the University of the Virgin Islands Sports and Fitness Center on St Thomas. The 29 officers,...
By Donna /
March 22, 2017
The 100th anniversary of Transfer Day is upon us, and the territory will be commemorating the milestone with a myriad of events throughout the islands. Below is the definitive list of all activities leading up to, and on March 31. [embeddoc url=”https://viconsortium.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Official-Centennial-Events-Listing-2017-ChairmanRichards3.17.17.pdf”]
By Staff /
March 21, 2017
ST. CROIX — The University of the Virgin Islands Student Government Association announced on Tuesday its 37th Annual Miss UVI Ambassadorial Competition, to be held at 6 p.m. on Saturday, April 8. This year’s competition, which alternates between campuses, will be held at the St. Croix Educational...
By Staff /
March 21, 2017
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