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Funeral Arrangements Announced for Virgin Islands Fire and Emergency Medical Services Director Daryl A. “Mousy” George

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS— Government House is deeply saddened to announce the funeral arrangements for the late Director Daryl A. “Mousy” George of the Virgin Islands Fire and Emergency Medical Services. Director George, a dedicated public servant and esteemed community member, will be honored with a series of ceremonies to celebrate his life and contributions.  Candlelight Vigils:  1. […]

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Governor Bryan Issues Executive Order Protecting Coral Reefs

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. has issued an executive order declaring the territory’s ecosystems to be natural infrastructure, critical for protection by the Territory.The U.S. Virgin Islands is hosting the United States Coral Reef Task Force annual jurisdictional meeting in St. Thomas from October 22-27, at The Westin Beach Resort & Spa

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Governor Bryan Announces Passing of VIFEMS Director Daryl A. George Sr.

US VIRGIN ISLANDS — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. issued the following statement Tuesday announcing the passing of Virgin Islands Fire and Emergency Medical Services Director Daryl A. “Mousy” George Sr: “It is with a profound sense of grief and loss that we announce the untimely passing of a dedicated public servant and cherished member of

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Government House Continues Public Outreach on Plan to Address Abandoned and Derelict Buildings

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – Governor Albert Bryan Jr. has released the first official discussion draft of the Virgin Islands Abandoned and Derelict Real Property Conservatorship Act. The release of this proposed draft legislation incorporates comments raised by members of the community who attended two public town hall meetings held in August. The Virgin Islands Abandoned

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Governor Albert Bryan Jr. Meets with 35th Legislature to Share Legislative Priorities and Foster Collaboration for the People of the Virgin Islands

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — On Wednesday, Governor Albert Bryan Jr. convened a meeting with members of the 35th Legislature to present his administration’s legislative priorities and discuss avenues for collaboration in the interest of the Virgin Islands’ residents. During the meeting, Governor Bryan shared the latest version of the administration’s draft legislation aimed at addressing derelict

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HUD Approves Mitigation Substantial Amendment Paving Way for Approval of $145 Million to the Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority for Acquisition of VITOL Propane Facilities

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS—Governor Albert Bryan Jr. announced Wednesday that the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has approved the Virgin Islands Housing Finance Authority’s Substantial Amendment, paving the way for the use of $145 million in Community Development Block Grant mitigation (CDBG-MIT) funds to the Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority (WAPA)

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Governor Bryan Proclaims October as Rett Syndrome Awareness Month in the U.S. Virgin Islands

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – Governor Albert Bryan Jr. proudly designates the month of October as “Rett Syndrome Awareness Month” in the U.S. Virgin Islands. The governor issued a proclamation Thursday emphasizing the importance of Rett Syndrome awareness and also recognized the remarkable efforts of Ella’s Hope Inc, a local nonprofit organization working to raise awareness

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Governor Albert Bryan Jr. Kicks Off the 2023 Governor’s Workforce Development Summit

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS— Virgin Islands Governor Albert Bryan Jr. officially launched the third annual Governor’s Workforce Development Summit, a critical event aimed at empowering the community to “Seize the Moment: Take Charge of Your Tomorrow.” Held on St. Croix, St. Thomas, and St. John, this year’s summit promises to be a cornerstone of the Bryan-Roach

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Governor Bryan Issues Proclamations for October

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. has issued proclamations for the month of October in the territory, commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the Virgin Islands National Guard, celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, and raising the commuunity’s awareness of breast cancer, domestic violence and cybersecurity. October has been proclaimed “Month of the V.I. Guard,” in

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Governor Bryan Issues Statement on 59th Celebration of Virgin Islands Puerto Rico Friendship Day

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS— Governor Albert Bryan Jr. issued the following statement Friday in recognition of the 59th celebration of Virgin Islands Puerto Rico Friendship Day Monday, October 9:  “I am honored and delighted to join you all today in celebrating Virgin Islands Puerto Rico Friendship Day. As we come together to commemorate 59 years of

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