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Governor Bryan Meets with President of Ghana John Dramani Mahama

Meetings with President John Dramani Mahama, the Port of Tema and African financial and tourism leaders focus on commitments to explore partnerships supporting St. Croix’s Free Trade Zone, the proposed Diaspora Link cable and long-term growth for the Virgin Islands. U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. today announced that his official economic
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December 2, 2025

Virgin Islands Hotel Development Corporation files Notice of public Hearing

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS HOTEL DEVELOPMENT FINANCING CORPORATION PURSUANT TO SECTION 147(f) OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE OF 1986, AS AMENDED NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing pursuant to Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the “Code”), will be held by the Virgin Islands Hotel
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November 30, 2025

Acting Governor Tregenza A. Roach, Esq. Acts on Bills Passed by the 36th Legislature in Regular Session

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Acting Governor Tregenza A. Roach, Esq., took action on several measures approved by the 36th Legislature of the Virgin Islands during its Regular Session held on November 18, 2025. The bills were transmitted to Government House on November 20 for consideration while Governor Albert Bryan Jr. is out of the territory.Acting
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November 25, 2025

Governor Bryan Grants Administrative Leave for Day after Thanksgiving

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. has granted administrative leave for all nonessential Government of the Virgin Islands employees from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, November 28, giving public servants an extended Thanksgiving weekend to rest and recharge. Governor Bryan reminded the community that Thanksgiving is a time for reflection and
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November 23, 2025

Governor Bryan Departs Territory to Lead Historic USVI Delegation to Ghana

Lieutenant Governor Roach Serving as Acting Governor During Official Visit U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS, Governor Albert Bryan Jr. departed the Territory today to lead an official Government of the Virgin Islands delegation to Accra, Ghana, where he will advance economic, tourism, cultural and technology partnerships between the U.S. Virgin Islands and West Africa. Governor Bryan’s visit,
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November 22, 2025

Governor Bryan Signs Landmark Energy and Tourism Bills Into Law

Measures clear way for St. Thomas solar projects, back a $200 million Crown Bay redevelopment and create a financing framework that will give the public a long-term stake in Frenchman’s Reef U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. today signed three landmark measures passed by the 36th Legislature during its November 18 legislative session
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November 21, 2025

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Coast Guard responds to vessel grounding off Christmas Cove, St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands

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U.S. Coast Guard Southeast District Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin IslandsContact: Coast Guard Puerto Rico PA OfficeOffice: 787-729-2381After Hours: 787-510-7923Southeast District Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands online newsroom

Coast Guard responds to vessel grounding off Christmas Cove, St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands
11/20/2025 04:42 PM EST

A Coast Guard Boat Forces U.S. Virgin Islands 33-foot Special Purpose Craft surface unit responded to a vessel grounding in the vicinity of Christmas Cove, St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, Thursday.

Sector San Juan Rescue-Subcenter watchstanders received a VHF Channel 16 marine radio communication at 8 a.m., Thursday, from the sailing vessel Starlight reporting having a visual of the recreational vessel Cool Change, a 42-foot catamaran, which appeared to be aground and partially submerged. The Cool Change vessel captain and sole occupant onboard was assisted by the recreational vessel Aquarius. No injuries were reported in this case.

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November 20, 2025

Governor Bryan, VI Palestinian Friendship Association Distribute Turkeys to St. Croix Nonprofits

More than 100 turkeys support local charities serving residents in need this Thanksgiving U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. today joined members of the Virgin Islands Palestinian Friendship Association at Government House on St. Croix for a turkey giveaway that provided more than 100 turkeys to nonprofit organizations that serve residents in need
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November 19, 2025

Governor Bryan Statement on the Passing of Aviation Leader and Friend of St. Croix, Peter J. Dolara

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. issued the following statement on the passing of longtime American Airlines executive Peter J. Dolara: “I was saddened to learn of the passing of Peter Dolara and join the people of the Virgin Islands, the Caribbean and the American Airlines family in mourning a man who reshaped air
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November 17, 2025

Governor Bryan Nominates Longtime St. Thomas Attorney Pedro K. Williams, Esq. to Superior Court Bench

Appointment fills remaining vacancies on Superior Court bench U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. has nominated longtime St. Thomas attorney Pedro K. Williams, Esq. to serve as a judge of the Superior Court of the Virgin Islands for the St. Thomas–St. John District. The nomination has been submitted to the 36th Legislature for its advice and
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November 17, 2025