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FEMA Urges People in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands to Prepare for Extended Power Outages
FEMA
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August 13, 2024
WASHINGTON – As Tropical Storm Ernesto heads toward Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, FEMA is encouraging people and travelers in the storm’s path to complete final preparations and be prepared for extended power outages. Tropical Storm...
FEMA Urges People in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands to Prepare Ahead of Tropical Storm Ernesto
FEMA
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August 13, 2024
WASHINGTON -- In anticipation of Tropical Storm Ernesto headed towards Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, FEMA is encouraging people and travelers in the storm’s path to take steps to prepare today. “We want to remind everyone in our...
Biden-Harris Administration Urges People in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands to Stay Alert to Risks from Tropical Storm Ernesto
FEMA
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August 14, 2024
WASHINGTON -- Yesterday, President Joseph R. Biden approved an emergency declaration for Puerto Rico. This action authorizes FEMA to provide assistance to save lives and protect property, public health and safety. As Tropical Storm Ernesto...
AMO interdicts vessel smuggling 1,155 pounds of cocaine near southwestern Puerto Rico
U.S. Customs and Border Protection
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June 26, 2025
AGUADILLA, Puerto Rico — Air and Marine Operations (AMO), an operational component of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, interdicted a vessel Tuesday arresting 3 aliens from the Dominican Republic and seizing 1,155 pounds (524 kilograms) of...
CTO Members, Royal Caribbean President Talk Cruise Tourism During 'Iconic' Summit
EIN Presswire
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December 25, 2024
MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, December 24, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) partnered with Royal Caribbean during Caribbean Weekend in Miami this month, bringing together regional ministers and directors of...
New and Affordable Travel Support Program for Boutique Hotels and Tour Operators Impacts US Market
EIN Presswire
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December 16, 2024
BDCG’s affordable marketing program for boutique properties, tour operators and other vendors is a one stop shop for PR, trade representation and social media. DELRAY BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, December 16, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- There are...
CBP seizes 518 pounds of cocaine inside an abandoned vessel in Rincon, Puerto Rico
U.S. Customs and Border Protection
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June 23, 2025
AGUADILLA, Puerto Rico — U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s operational components, Air and Marine Operations and the US Border Patrol, found a vessel Sunday with 518 pounds (235 kilograms) of cocaine in Rincon, Puerto Rico. The estimated value...
Maintain Your Focus on Safety During the Holiday Season
FEMA
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December 9, 2024
From traditions such as decorating a dried century plant, to stringing ornaments and lights around an inkberry tree or a modern flair to dazzling decorations on an imported North American pine – many of us enjoy the glow of the holidays. It’s a...
CTO Celebrates Excellence at Annual Caribbean Media Awards
EIN Presswire
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June 11, 2025
NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 10, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) honored outstanding journalists and media professionals at its annual Caribbean Media Awards, held during Caribbean Week in New York (CWNY...
CTO Chairman: 'An Exciting Time' as Caribbean Week 2025 Wraps with Strong Momentum
EIN Presswire
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June 10, 2025
NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 9, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Caribbean Week in New York (CWNY 2025) concluded on Thursday with high praise from Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) Chairman Ian Gooding-Edghill, who declared the 2025 edition a...
More Travel and Tourism Leaders Join List of CMEx 2024 Laureates
EIN Presswire
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October 21, 2024
SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ, UNITED STATES, October 21, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Notable travel and tourism executives, spanning the airline, hotel, cruise and shipping sectors, have been added to the impressive slate of laureates for the 2024 CMEx...
The Buccaneer Hosts 2025 USVI Cup 2 ITF Junior Tournaments
EIN Presswire
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May 20, 2025
Spotlighting The Next Generation of Talented Athletes ST. CROIX, VIRGIN ISLANDS, U.S., May 20, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Buccaneer once again played host to the USVI Cup 2 International Tennis Federation (ITF) Junior Tournament, held over...
THE BUCCANEER WELCOMES NEW DIRECT FLIGHT ROUTE FROM CHICAGO TO ST. CROIX
EIN Presswire
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May 13, 2025
New route joins a robust lineup of nonstop flights to St. Croix from major U.S. cities. ST. CROIX, VIRGIN ISLANDS, U.S., May 13, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Buccaneer Resort is pleased to share exciting news for travelers: starting December...
Nevis Junior Minister of Tourism Triumphs at CTO’s Youth Congress
EIN Presswire
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September 10, 2024
GRAND CAYMAN, CAYMAN ISLANDS, September 9, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Keyana Warner, the Junior Minister of Tourism from Nevis, has been crowned the winner of the 20th Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) Tropical Shipping Regional Tourism Youth...
Barbados to lead the Caribbean Tourism Organization following election in the Cayman Islands
EIN Presswire
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September 4, 2024
CAYMAN ISLANDS, September 4, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) announced the election of Barbados as its new Chairman for the next two years. The election took place during the CTO’s Ministerial Council meeting...
SOTIC 2024 Kicks Off in Grand Cayman: Caribbean Tourism Leaders Gather to Drive Sustainable Growth and Innovation
EIN Presswire
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September 2, 2024
GRAND CAYMAN, CAYMAN ISLANDS, September 2, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Caribbean tourism industry is gearing up for a dynamic week of discussions, insights and networking as the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s (CTO) State of the Tourism...
Secretary Haaland Travels to Washington to Announce $16 Million from President Biden’s Investing in America Agenda for Drought Resilience in the Yakima River Basin
U.S. Department of the Interior - Washington D.C.
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July 24, 2024
Date: Wednesday, July 24, 2024 Contact: Interior_Press@ios.doi.gov TOPPENISH, Wash. — Secretary Haaland today concluded a multi-day visit to Washington to celebrate major progress in implementing President Biden’s Investing in America agenda to...
PHH Mortgage Receives Residential Servicing Ratings Upgrade from Fitch Ratings
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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June 4, 2025
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., June 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- PHH Mortgage (“PHH” or the “Company”), a subsidiary of Onity Group Inc. (NYSE: ONIT) and a leading non-bank mortgage servicer and originator, today announced that Fitch Ratings has upgraded...
Dominica and USVI Lead Growing List of Sponsors for Caribbean Week in New York 2025
EIN Presswire
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May 13, 2025
NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 12, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Nature Island of Dominica and the U.S. Virgin Islands – Naturally in Rhythm – have been confirmed as title Platinum Sponsors of Caribbean Week in New York (CWNY 2025), the...
Sea Glass Announces Launch of Franchise Division and Appointment of Eddie Sturgeon as President
EIN Presswire
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May 29, 2025
Sea Glass launches national franchise division; Eddie Sturgeon appointed President, accelerating strategic expansion across key U.S. markets. CHARLESTON, SC, UNITED STATES, May 29, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Sea Glass, a boutique real estate...