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US Virgin Islands environment head arrested for drug trafficking

Federal agents have arrested the top enforcement officer for the U.S. Virgin Islands environment agency on drug trafficking charges after he was allegedly caught with a cache of cocaine on a government patrol boat.

US Virgin Islands environment head arrested for drug trafficking

Federal agents have arrested the top enforcement officer for the U.S. Virgin Islands environment agency on drug trafficking charges after he was allegedly caught with a cache of cocaine on a government patrol boat.

Cuba Nostalgia allows for a stroll down memory lane

Cuba Nostalgia, a three-day event that celebrates pre-Castro Cuba, once again drew those wanting to relive the past and those trying to reconnect with their roots.

Boom Or Bust? Saving Rhode Island's 'Superman' Building

The iconic Industrial Trust Tower in downtown Providence is empty for the first time in 85 years. Developers want to turn it into luxury apartments — and want the state and city to pay for it. But Providence — like the rest of Rhode Island — faces its own economic problems, as well as a recent failed investment.

Drug charge for Virgin Islands environment officer

Federal agents have arrested the top enforcement officer for the U.S. Virgin Islands environment agency on drug trafficking charges after he was allegedly caught with a cache of cocaine on a government patrol boat.

Drug charge for Virgin Islands environment officer

Federal agents have arrested the top enforcement officer for the U.S. Virgin Islands environment agency on drug trafficking charges after he was allegedly caught with a cache of cocaine on a government patrol boat.

American Peter Uihlein wins Madeira Islands Open

SANTO ANTONIO DA SERRA, Portugal (AP) -- American Peter Uihlein won the Madeira Islands Open on Sunday in his 16th European Tour start for his professional title, closing with a 4-under 68 for a two-stroke victory.

Drug charge for Virgin Islands environment officer - Quincy Herald-Whig | Illinois & Missouri News, Sports

KINGSTON, Jamaica (AP) - Federal agents have arrested the top enforcement officer for the U.S. Virgin Islands environment agency on drug trafficking charges after he was allegedly caught with a cache of cocaine on a government patrol boat.

Unfinished Nazi resort draws investors to Baltic island

BERLIN — Vacation homes for sale in the German town of Prora, on the Baltic island of Ruegen, feature private saunas and sea views at a steep discount to similar properties nearby. The catch? They're part of a dilapidated complex of identical, unadorned blocks built by Adolf Hitler to house 20,000 workers on Nazi party-sponsored vacations.

American Uihlein wins Euro Tour's Madeira Islands Open

American Peter Uihlein won the Madeira Islands Open by two strokes after shooting a 4-under 68 on Sunday for his first career title in his 16th European Tour event.

Mackinac Island developers, preservationists in conflict over proposed waterfront hotels

MACKINAC ISLAND, Mich. - The northern Michigan resort island that bans cars and yet draws close to a million visitors each year is facing key decisions on what development to allow to accommodate the tourist ...

Caribbean talks conservation on Branson's island

Caribbean talks conservation on Branson's island Associated Press Copyright 2013 Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Updated 12:45 am, Saturday, May 18, 2013 NECKER ISLAND, British Virgin Islands (AP) — Surrounded by a turquoise sea and a menagerie of exotic animals on a billionaire's private island, political and ...

US warns of armed robbery threat in Bahamas

NASSAU, Bahamas (AP) — The U.S. Embassy in the Bahamas is warning about the threat of armed robbery in the capital of the island chain off Florida's east coast.

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Golf-European Tour Madeira Islands Open scores

May 19 (Infostrada Sports) - Scores from the European Tour Madeira Islands Open at the par-72 course on Sunday in Santo da Serra 273 Peter Uihlein (U.S.) 72 64 69 68 275 Morten Madsen (Denmark) 72 69 67 67 Mark Tullo (Chile) 67 69 68 71 276 Craig Lee (Britain) 67 68 70 71 279 Rhys Davies (Britain) 74 68 70 67 Roope Kakko (Finland) 70 70 71 68 Seve Benson (Britain) 74 69 69 67 Richard Bland ...

Wacky politics continue on Delta's tiny Bradford Island

Bradford Island landowner and tax scofflaw Paul Sosnowski makes an attempt to get his seat back on the reclamation board that booted him last summer, much to the chagrin of the board president.

Sleepy island of Mauritius waking up fast

Mauritius has rejigged its fiscal policies and become a bona fide challenger to base multinational business in Africa

Puerto Rico struggles to revive coffee industry - Sun, 19 May 2013 PST

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — Coffee production in Puerto Rico has hit the lowest level in the island’s history, leaving farmers and government officials worried about how to revive a ...

Day Island residents debate rezoning of marina

A proposed land-use change has Day Island residents turning out to city meetings en masse. The source of their anger is the City of University Place’s proposed rezone of the only commercial business on the island, the privately Day Island Yacht Harbor marina.

Wood Islands liquor store opens

Saturday marked the first day of operation for the new liquor agency store at the Plough the Waves Centre in Wood Islands.

Ventura physician gets Ellis Island Medal of Honor amid praise and fireworks

Melvin Cheatham, Ventura neurosurgeon, UCLA professor and global volunteer, was among 102 to receive the Ellis Island Medal of Honor for 2013 last weekend in New York City.

Travel Clinic: Puerto Rico hotel, Copenhagen day trips

My girlfriend and I have been to some small British-flavoured Caribbean islands, and now want to try Puerto Rico. Can you suggest a luxurious modern beach-break hotel?

Rock Island Library offers summer workshops

Rock Island Library offers summer workshops: Registration is open for free six-week art and drama workshops for children in grades 3 and older at the Rock Island Public Main Library, 401 19th St. The summer drama workshop will be held from 1-3 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, June 10 to July 17, with a public performance at 1 p.m. July 18. The summer art workshop will focus on art from around the ...

Wade Robson in Hawaii With Family as Michael Jackson Molestation Claim Controversy Heats Up

In the midst of his Michael Jackson molestation claims, Wade Robson was spotted in Hawaii with his family after rumors sparked that he planned to move there soon. The 30-year-old famed...

Farne Islands puffin census starts

A puffin census is under way on the Farne Islands as National Trust rangers attempt to determine how many breeding pairs of the birds live on the iconic habitat.

3 killed, 3 injured in Puerto Rico shooting

Three people have been killed and three others injured during a shooting at a gas station in Puerto Rico.

Cayman Islands ex-premier denies new allegations

The former premier of the Cayman Islands who faces charges in a corruption probe is denying allegations that he donated $1 million to a Caribbean university to obtain an honorary PhD.

Cayman Islands ex-premier denies new allegations

The former premier of the Cayman Islands who faces charges in a corruption probe is denying allegations that he donated $1 million to a Caribbean university to obtain an honorary PhD.

Cayman Islands ex-premier denies new allegations - Quincy Herald-Whig | Illinois & Missouri News, Sports

GEORGE TOWN, Cayman Islands (AP) - The former premier of the Cayman Islands who faces charges in a corruption probe is denying allegations that he donated $1 million to a Caribbean university to obtain an honorary PhD.

Photos: Cuba Libre

Kevin Slack's Cuba is free of sexual categories, and free of many of the restraints and inhibitions of its neighbor to the north. read more

CI Students Head to Cuba for Rare Travel Course Experience

Twenty students will venture to Cuba this month for a rare travel experience offered as a CSU Channel Islands (CI) course. The nine-day trip gives students studying Spanish and Chicana/o Studies the chance to visit a country that has been closed to American tourists since the U.S. enacted its embargo against Cuba more than 50 years ago.

Escape to Calaguas Island

No cell signal, no malls, and only four electrical outlets. This small island near Daet City, Camarines Norte is a haven for those who want to escape the woes of the city and reconnect with nature and their selves. Which is what GMA News Online's Liam Buan did on this trip.

Area schools make their mark at Rock Island Sectional

Teams from the Metro East had to travel farther than the other schools at the Class 3A Rock Island boys track Sectional on Friday in the Quad Cities, but it hardly mattered as schools from the Southwestern Conference dominated.

Watch NOW: Keoki Kerr investigates secret meeting between Governor and UH Regents

With the Hawaii News Now mobile live-stream, you can now watch all of our morning, evening and nightly newscasts on the go!

Watch NOW: Keoki Kerr investigates secret meeting between Govern

With the Hawaii News Now mobile live-stream, you can now watch all of our morning, evening and nightly newscasts on the go!

Caribbean talks conservation on Branson's island

Surrounded by a turquoise sea and a menagerie of exotic animals on a billionaire's private island, political and business leaders gathered Friday to back an initiative aimed at expanding protection for ...

Caribbean talks conservation on Branson's island

Surrounded by a turquoise sea and a menagerie of exotic animals on a billionaire's private island, political and business leaders gathered Friday to back an initiative aimed at expanding protection for ...

Events on Long Island

A guide to cultural and recreational events on Long Island.

First Coast Cuba: Our connections and should we go?

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- The country of Cuba is only 90 miles from the Florida Keys but in many ways we are world's apart. Communism is still the law the land, trade sanctions still exist and diplomatic relations are strained.

Scotland's Craig Lee leads Madeira Islands Open

SANTO DA SERRA, Madeira Islands (AP) -- Scotland's Craig Lee took a one-stroke lead over American Peter Uihlein and Chile's Mark Tullo on Friday during the suspended second round of the Madeira Islands Open.

New All-Water, Houston-Puerto Rico Service to Call Jacintoport

HOUSTON -- A new all-water service connecting Houston with San Juan, Puerto Rico, will launch May 29 when the U.S.-flagged containership National Glory departs the Port of Houston Authority's Jacintoport ...

Kangaroo Island is a delight to the senses

KANGAROO Island – a brisk ferry ride or a short plane hop from Adelaide – is a place of nature's gifts.

Puerto Rico Courts Investors as Bills Loom

Puerto Rico Courts Investors as Bills Loom

Puerto Rico Governor Weighs Raising Taxes for Highway Agency

Puerto Rico Governor Alejandro Garcia Padilla is considering raising taxes on oil products and increasing license fees on luxury cars to support $2.2 billion of planned borrowing this year that will help shore up the island’s highway authority.

Catalina Island: A Destination For Fun

There is just one destination island in California, and it's filled with so many fun and luxurious ways to enjoy the summer. Check out Catalina Island.

Burmese Python caught in Puerto Rico river

Authorities in Puerto Rico have caught a 12-foot (3.6-meter) Burmese Python that they had been trying to find for several weeks following complaints from residents in the area.

Travel Challenge

Each week, we invite three companies to offer their best deal for a specific break. This week: a summer escape to the Mediterranean island of Corsica. Prices are per person, based on two people sharing. Each includes a week's accommodation and flights from London on Sunday 16 June.        

CUC Announces Declaration of Dividend on Class A Ordinary Shares

CARIBBEAN UTILITIES COMPANY, LTD. CLASS A ORDINARY SHARES ARE LISTED FOR TRADING IN UNITED STATES FUNDS ON THE TORONTO STOCK EXCHANGE. GRAND CAYMAN, Cayman Islands, May 17, 2013 /CNW/ - Caribbean Utilities ...

Top Management Shuffle at RCL

Royal Caribbean recently declared the promotion of Jason Liberty as the chief financial officer (CFO) effective immediately.

Uncommon Caribbean Slates @GoDomRep Week, May 20-26

Uncommon Caribbean, an innovative travel and lifestyle website updated daily with fresh, original content showcasing the best of the West Indies, has designated May 20-26 @GoDomRep Week! Throughout the weeklong celebration, all Uncommon Caribbean content will highlight experiential travel adventures, cuisine, libations, music and attractions travelers can enjoy throughout the country.
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