VI CONSORTIUM The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Monday warned Americans against traveling to the U.S. Virgin Islands unless fully vaccinated, activating its “very high” danger alert as Covid-19 cases surge in the USVI — a result of the Delta variant’s spread in the U.S. territory. “Travelers should follow recommendations or requirements in … Continued
Minister of Health Dr Frank Anthony says Government will take a decision on the matter of mandatory COVID-19 vaccination in due course. He said the Government is paying close attention to the evolution of the virus in order to ensure it adequately adjusts its vaccination response, as he noted that with the fast-spreading Delta variant, … Continued
Caribbean News Online With the increased competition in the market, American Airlines continues to expand its Miami hub. The carrier has now announced two new Caribbean routes to Anguilla and Dominica. “We have been strategically growing our route network to give customers more choices to new destinations, better meeting the demand for travel to Miami, … Continued
The British Virgin Islands (BVI) and Antigua and Barbuda have pledged closer cooperation on the agenda of Small Island Developing States (SIDS) during a meeting between Deputy Premier Dr. Hon. Natalio D. Wheatley and Ambassador H.E. Dr. Walton Webson, Chairman of the Alliance of Small Island Developing States (AOSIS), at the Permanent Mission of Antigua … Continued
IzzSo The St Lucia Labour Party has recaptured the seat of power on the Caribbean island of St Lucia after losing its reins of power in 2016. On Monday, 26 July, preliminary results gave the St Lucia Labour Party ten seats, two independents, and two seats for the incumbent United Workers Party with three seats … Continued
VI CONSORTIUM During a Department of Human Services budget hearing Monday, D.H.S. Commissioner Kimberly Causey-Gomez made known that “every single licensed child care provider [in the USVI] may apply for up to $30,000” as part of a federal mini grant program. The only requirement is to fill out a short application, she said. Encouraged by … Continued
VI CONSORTIUM The V.I. Dept. of Health on Monday night announced the 36th Virgin Islander to die from Covid-related causes. The latest death brings to four the number of individuals who have died as a result of the virus in the USVI in six days, and the Delta variant — the extremely contagious strain of … Continued
St. Lucia News Online Prime Minister Allen Chastanet addressed the nation on Sunday night ahead of general elections on Monday, asserting that the choice facing the electorate is whether to go backward or forward, as he described the vote as the most important since independence. “You cannot afford to stay home,” he declared, adding that … Continued
Caribbean News Online Incoming Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Chairman and Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago Keith Rowley wishes everyone a brighter and safer New Year. Official Statement: The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) enters this New Year 2021 with renewed hope for emerging from the darkness of the past year. The promising light at the end of … Continued
Antigua and Barbuda marked a grim milestone this week after a seven month old, who contracted coronavirus (COVID-19), had died while being treated at the Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John’s Medical Centre (SLBMSJMC). The baby boy is the youngest person in Antigua and Barbuda to have contracted the virus and died. SLBMSJMC said the child was … Continued
