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About John McCarthy
John F. McCarthy is a veteran journalist in the Caribbean, writing from the "Decision Space" where survival meets the surreal. His reporting steel was tempered by a lineage of legendary editors and broadcasters, including Ed Wynn Brant (The Bomb), Owen Eschenroder (Ann Arbor News), Lynelle Emanuel (BVI Beacon), and Charles Thanas (WSVI-TV). Alongside longtime colleague Kenneth C. "Casey" Clark, McCarthy has navigated the front lines of the territory’s history—from the 1997 volcanic "snow" to every major hurricane since Hugo. Known for leaning out of doorless helicopters to capture the "money shot," McCarthy now edits the V.I. Free Press, providing the essential link between the island's colonial past and its SpaceX future.
Culebrinas Crest: Rio Surge Swamps PR West Coast; Flood Warnings Extended
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Culebrinas Crest: Rio Surge Swamps PR West Coast; Flood Warnings Extended

KINGSHILL — The National Weather Service in San Juan has extended a critical Flood Warning for the municipalities of Aguada, Aguadilla, and Moca as the Rio Culebrinas continues to overtop…
Posted by John McCarthy April 19, 2026
🏖️ SAFE SURF OR BACTERIA BURDEN? THE WEEKEND BEACH ADVISORY IS IN.
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🏖️ SAFE SURF OR BACTERIA BURDEN? THE WEEKEND BEACH ADVISORY IS IN.

Don't guess—know. Check the status of your favorite spots on St. Croix, St. Thomas, and St. John before you take the plunge. The Department of Planning and Natural Resources (DPNR)…
Posted by John McCarthy April 18, 2026
The Motorist’s Survival Guide for St. Croix
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The Motorist’s Survival Guide for St. Croix

The Virgin Islands Police Department (VIPD) and the Office of Highway Safety (OHS) are launching an extended "Click It or Ticket" initiative that will put extra boots on the ground…
Posted by John McCarthy April 16, 2026
Tongits Go Cash Out Shapes Smarter Play on GameZone
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Tongits Go Cash Out Shapes Smarter Play on GameZone

Tongits Go Cash Out introduces a more organized way for players to understand how rewards connect to gameplay inside the GameZone platform. As digital card gaming continues to evolve, players…
Posted by John McCarthy April 15, 2026
IN MEMORIAM: U20 ‘Dashing Eagle’ Elijah ‘Papo’ Battiste Gone Too Soon
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IN MEMORIAM: U20 ‘Dashing Eagle’ Elijah ‘Papo’ Battiste Gone Too Soon

By V.I. Free Press Staff ST. CROIX — The U.S. Virgin Islands soccer community is in mourning following the tragic death of 17-year-old Elijah “Papo” Battiste, a standout midfielder for…
Posted by John McCarthy April 15, 2026
VIPD Issues ‘Person of Interest’ Alert for Williams Delight Man
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VIPD Issues ‘Person of Interest’ Alert for Williams Delight Man

ST. CROIX — The Virgin Islands Police Department is calling on the public to help track down a St. Croix man wanted for questioning in a high-priority investigation. The VIPD’s…
Posted by John McCarthy April 14, 2026
WEATHER ALERT: VIDE On High Alert As Unseasonable Deluge Threatens Monday School Schedule
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WEATHER ALERT: VIDE On High Alert As Unseasonable Deluge Threatens Monday School Schedule

ST. CROIX — In a move that underscores just how erratic the 2026 "dry season" has become, the Virgin Islands Department of Education (VIDE) announced late Sunday that it is…
Posted by John McCarthy April 12, 2026
VIRGIN ISLANDS DEPARTMENT OF LABOR ANNOUNCES ‘FROM CAREER TO CARNIVAL – EXPLORE, HIRE, STAY, PLAY’ CAREER FAIRS
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VIRGIN ISLANDS DEPARTMENT OF LABOR ANNOUNCES ‘FROM CAREER TO CARNIVAL – EXPLORE, HIRE, STAY, PLAY’ CAREER FAIRS

ST. THOMAS — Virgin Islands Department of Labor (VIDOL) Commissioner Dr. Gary Molloy invites the public to the upcoming "From Career to Carnival" Career Fairs. These hiring events bring together…
Posted by John McCarthy April 12, 2026
USVI Attorney General Rhea Launches New PSA for Alcohol Responsibility Month
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USVI Attorney General Rhea Launches New PSA for Alcohol Responsibility Month

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — As the territory enters Alcohol Responsibility Month this April, Attorney General Gordon C. Rhea is taking a proactive stance on adolescent health. Rhea has partnered with…
Posted by John McCarthy April 9, 2026
THE GO-DADDY GANTLET: A Timeline of Digital Attrition
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THE GO-DADDY GANTLET: A Timeline of Digital Attrition

By THE VIRGIN ISLANDS FREE PRESS EDITORIAL BOARD Editor’s Note: The following is a condensed and edited version of a six-letter exchange between the VIFP Editorial Board and the Office…
Posted by John McCarthy April 9, 2026

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