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Caribbean states fight to ride out economic storm
The Caribbean's small island states ride out hurricanes year after year, but they are fighting to stay afloat in a global economic storm that is battering rich and poor nations alike.
Government Agencies Assess Hurricane Preparedness
June 1, 2009 -- Everyone's hoping for a quiet hurricane season, but just in case the worst happens, local emergency-management officials say they're confident the territory is prepared to weather the storm.
St. Kitts and Nevis: IMF Executive Board Approves US$3.4 Million in...
The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund today approved a request for SDR 2.225 million in Emergency Natural Disaster Assistance for St.
Four Seasons Talks - Very Productive,' Says Premier
St. Kitts & Nevis - " April 30, 2009 : Nevis Premier Joseph Parry says recent talks with Four Seasons officials in Miami were very productive.
Fireworks Display Slated for Carnival
April 23, 2009 -- After recently setting the world record in Dubai for the largest fireworks program, the world-renowned Grucci family of Brookhaven, N.Y., will return to St.
Teen Charged with Murder as Adult
April 23, 2009 -- Charges against 17-year-old Marcus Sampson were upgraded Wednesday from involuntary manslaughter to first-degree murder for the September 2008 shooting death of 41-year-old Malik Felix.
Brief: Governor Reads to Students at Evelyn Marcelli School
Gov. John deJongh Jr. shares a story with students at Evelyn Marcelli School. April 23, 2009 -- Continuing with his visits to elementary schools throughout the territory, Gov.
Waste agency board approves contracts
The V.I. Waste Management Authority's Board of Directors announced approval of several contracts in a statement this week.
School Make-Up Days Coming in April
April 10, 2009 -- Education Commissioner LaVerne Terry this week reminded parents, students and Education Department personnel that make-up days for time lost from the school calendar are slated for late April.
Contest To Cook Up Funds For Library Collection
April 10, 2009 -- Residents can discover who makes the best arroz con pollo on St.
Brief: Savan Road Reopens to Small Vehicles
March 30, 2009 -- The portion of Savan roadway that collapsed during Hurricane Omar has reopened, but large vehicles can't use it until permanent repairs are made, according to Public Works.
38 federal emergency generators from FEMA arriving in territory
Photo by ASSOCIATED PRESS Some of the new generators are hauled from King Airport on Thursday.
Rivera Promoted To Major General
Renaldo Rivera receives the rank of major general from Lt. Gov. Gregory Francis, with help from Rivera's wife, Diane.
Four Seasons Layoffs Expected Soon: - We're Hoping it's not for Too Long,' Says Official
Wednesday WINN FM spoke to Four Seasons Director of Public Relations Tara McIntyre about the property.
News from Wednesday Februry 18 , 2009
Tender Services loses court case over harbour security surcharge PHILIPSBURG--St. Maarten Tender Services has lost its legal battle concerning payment of a US $1 harbour security fee for every water taxi ...
Upgraded La Plage reopens after storm
Royal Islander Club La Plage reopened February 14 after a four-month closure due to damage caused during 'Hurricane Omar' in October 2008.
Rare palm showing its once-in-its-lifetime bloom
Daily News Photo by CRISTIAN SIMESCU This Talipot Palm tree is blooming at Cruzan Gardens on St.
Four Seasons Nevis pushes back reopening to Nov. 1
The reopening date for the Four Seasons Resort Nevis is Nov. 1, and the property is now taking reservations for that date and beyond.
Alert: Service Interruption to Feeder No. 6 Set for Saturday
Jan. 28, 2009 -- A small section of Feeder No. 6 will be without service from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday while line crews install new poles and reconstruct a three-phase line damaged by Hurricane Omar, according ...
Blog of the Week by Intelligent Searcher -- "Teach them to plant food"
The worldwide economic downturn, the ravages of Hurricane Omar resulting in the closure of the Four Seasons Hotel, the negative press we have earned because of our criminal reputation, and now the backlash ...