VOA News The Bahamas began a two-week national lockdown yesterday Tuesday due to a spike in coronavirus cases. Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis announced the restriction in a national address Monday night, saying the decision was based on the advice of health experts. Minnis said, officials will evaluate the impact of the lockdown after two … Continued
VI Consortium Today August 1st, 2020, is the Democratic Party Primary Election Day in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Today’s results will determine the Democrats who will compete in the general election which is scheduled for November. The seats being contested include Senate, Democratic National Committee Woman, Territorial Committee At-Large, Board of Education, Democratic Party District … Continued
The Washington Post KINGSTON, Jamaica — Jamaica’s high court ruled Friday that a school was within its rights to demand that a girl cut her dreadlocks to attend classes, a surprise decision that touched on issues of identity and one the most recognizable symbols of the island’s Rastafarian culture. The ruling by the Supreme Court … Continued
NOW GRENADA The Government of Grenada announces its commercial travel requirements. Grenada’s borders will reopen for regional travel from 15 July 2020. Borders will reopen for international passengers from 1 August. All travelers must agree to the requirements before being allowed to book and travel to Grenada. All travelers must complete, sign and submit a … Continued
Source: Loop Despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic which continues to wreak havoc on several industries globally, the Anguillan government has decided to move forward with a J’ouvert, boat racing and a concert featuring senior and junior calypsonians to commemorate their Emancipation carnival. While residents on many other islands were left disappointed and yearning for their … Continued
VI CONSORTIUM – Governor Albert Bryan announced during a 7:30 a.m. press briefing that he lifted the curfew imposed at midnight last night at 6:00 a.m. this morning, proclaiming, “The good news is it’s a bright sun-shinning day in the Virgin Islands.” Mr. Bryan also said government employees should report to work — whether in-person … Continued
Source: VI Consortium Between Friday and Saturday, the V.I. Dept. of Health reported 19 new cases of the coronavirus in the USVI, as the virulent disease continues to spread in territory. On Friday, D.O.H. reported 7 cases on St. Croix and 3 in St. Thomas. There were no new cases on St. John. The Friday infographic … Continued
Source: VI Consortium The territory’s 7th coronavirus death, which was confirmed by the V.I. Dept. of Health Wednesday, was a 23-year-old pregnant woman in St. Thomas, three people with knowledge of the matter have confirmed to the Consortium. D.O.H. has yet to provide information about the deceased. The woman was said to be four months … Continued
Source: Loop News Prime Minister Gaston Browne seems to have been successful in his quest to halt the liquidation of LIAT, at least for now.After a meeting with shareholders on Monday, a decision was taken that could see the airline take to the sky in as little as 60 to 90 days.PM Browne said on … Continued
Basseterre, St. Kitts, July 18 2020 (ZIZ News): Persons who refuse to comply with to the COVID-19 Emergency Powers regulations that mandate the wearing of masks in a public place may soon be ticketed by police. This was revealed by Chairman of the National COVID-19 Task Force, Abdias Samuel who was at the time delivering … Continued
