December 2018 – Page 3 – Virgin Islands Free Press

VIWMA Garbage Facilities To Be Closed Christmas, New Years Day

CHRISTIANSTED -- The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority (VIWMA) said that all solid waste facilities to include the authority’s landfills, transfer stations and convenience centers territory-wide will be closed as…

John McCarthy December 22, 2018

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First President of CVI Lawrence Wanlass Dies At 93 In California

FREDERIKSTED -- The first president of the University of the Virgin Islands, Lawrence Wanlass, died in Gold River, California on Tuesday. He was 93. Wanlass is survived by his wife,…

John McCarthy December 21, 2018

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VIWMA: We’ve Moved To Old Patalidis Building In Gallows Bay

CHRISTIANSTED -- The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority (VIWMA) said that it has moved to a temporary office in Gallows Bay (in the old Patalidis building). The office houses VIWMA’s…

John McCarthy December 21, 2018

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PERFECT GIRLFRIENDS’ GETAWAY? Dominican Republic Isn’t Just For The Guys Any More

SANTO DOMINGO -- Whether you’re planning a bachelorette bash or a winter escape with your closest friends, Dominican Republic is an idyllic destination for an unforgettable girlfriends getaway.Access is key…

John McCarthy December 21, 2018

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VIPA Looking For Harbor Pilot Apprentice, Property Management Officers

CHARLOTTE AMALIE -- The Virgin Islands Port Authority (VIPA) says it is seeking people to join "TEAM VIPA." VIPA has posted vacancies for a harbor pilot apprentice and a property…

John McCarthy December 21, 2018

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Caribbean Pledges To Support Incumbent FIFA President Gianni Infantino

ZURICH, Switzerland — FIFA President Gianni Infantino still looks set to be re-elected unopposed, with a pledge of 25 votes from Caribbean soccer federations. The Caribbean Football Union says its executive…

John McCarthy December 21, 2018

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WAPA THE GRINCH! The Sequel: Power Authority Says It Will Again Cut Customers Off At Christmas

CHARLOTTE AMALIE -- You're a mean one, Mr. Grinch -- ur, Mr. WAPA. Last year after the passage of Hurricane Maria, the Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority mercilessly cut…

John McCarthy December 20, 2018

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DPNR Sets Up Permitting So Hunters Can Begin Culling Local Deer Population

CHRISTIANSTED — It will soon be legal to hunt local deer in the Virgin Islands — provided you have the proper permit. The Department of Planning and Natural Resources (DPNR)…

VI Free Press December 20, 2018

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CFVI Announces Winners of Judith Towle Environmental Studies Fund Award

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — The Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands (CFVI) said it is pleased to announce two recipients of the 2018 Judith A. Towle Environmental Studies Fund Award. Established…

John McCarthy December 20, 2018

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BVI Man Arrested For Bringing Four Haitian Nationals Into Territory

CHARLOTTE AMALIE – A British Virgin Islands native was charged today with trying to smuggle four Haitian nationals into the territory. Ernest Williams, 25, of Road Town, Tortola, was arrested…

John McCarthy December 19, 2018