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We have often used this space to praise the Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency for consistently getting projects done on time and on budget. Last month, however, we were …
Continue reading “EDITORIAL: WE ferry terminal bid flop raises troubling questions”
Boating businesses here and abroad are crying foul over government plans to overhaul the rules for the marine industry in Virgin Islands waters. Three bills introduced recently in the House …
We welcome news of an important tool that will help address mounting threats to the Virgin Islands’ marine environment. This month, the Ministry of Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change …
Continue reading “EDITORIAL: New vessel a big win for the environment”
When someone goes missing, authorities usually release their name and description when asking for the public’s help in finding them. But that’s not what happened last week. Shortly after 10 …
For Ryan Donovan, the Kids and the Sea summer programme is more than just a day camp. It’s a training ground for a potential career. “It’s a very good experience,” …
The Virgin Islands is charting a way forward to work in collaboration with the world’s largest marine studies institute to better understand the natural resources of its waters. Natural Resources …
Premier Andrew Fahie on Monday announced the official protocols for tourists to enter the Virgin Islands, which include four rounds of testing for Covid-19, four days of quarantine within approved …
Continue reading “Reopening plan sparks outcry, cancellations”
With a new tourism season set to start on Dec. 1, hotels are outfitting rooms, boats are getting back on the water, restaurants are stocking up, and many other businesses …
Continue reading “Amid questions, tourism industry prepares for reopening”
H. Lavity Stoutt Community College Marine Director Dr. Lianna Jarecki took advantage of the recent lockdown to carry out a water-quality study in the territory. “With ports closed and boats …
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