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About John McCarthy
John McCarthy is primarily known for his investigative reporting on the U.S. Virgin Islands. A series of reports beginning in the 1990's revealed that there was everything from coliform bacteria to Cryptosporidium in locally-bottled St. Croix drinking water, according to a then-unpublished University of the Virgin Islands sampling. Another report, following Hurricane Hugo in 1989, cited a Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) confidential overview that said that over 40 percent of the U.S. Virgin Islands public lives below the poverty line. The Virgin Islands Free Press is the only Caribbean news source to regularly incorporate the findings of U.S. Freedom of Information Act requests. John's articles have appeared in the BVI Beacon, St. Croix Avis, San Juan Star and Virgin Islands Daily News. He is the former news director of WSVI-TV Channel 8 on St. Croix.
‘No Virgin Islands Child Goes Hungry’ Feeding Initiative Resumes August 23
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‘No Virgin Islands Child Goes Hungry’ Feeding Initiative Resumes August 23

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — The Virgin Islands Department of Education will resume its “No Virgin Islands. Child Goes Hungry” Feeding Initiative on Monday August 23 for school year 2021-2022. Now in…
Posted by John McCarthy August 8, 2021
Trio of Storms In Contention To Be First Tropical Depression Since July 1: NHC
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Trio of Storms In Contention To Be First Tropical Depression Since July 1: NHC

MIAMI — A cluster of storm clouds approaching the Caribbean Sea stands a 30 percent chance of forming a tropical depression, a slight increase in its chances from yesterday, according…
Posted by John McCarthy August 8, 2021
Police Have Not Been Able To Identify Man Who Was Shot To Death In Contant: VIPD
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Police Have Not Been Able To Identify Man Who Was Shot To Death In Contant: VIPD

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — The man shot to death near Paint Master in Contant on St. Thomas last night has not yet been identified by police, authorities said. The 911 Emergency…
Posted by John McCarthy August 7, 2021
‘Drop Dead Fred’ Might Dump Much Needed Rain On USVI Come Tuesday
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‘Drop Dead Fred’ Might Dump Much Needed Rain On USVI Come Tuesday

MIAMI — The National Hurricane Center is monitoring three disturbances in the tropical Atlantic this morning. For the moment, 92L (#3 on graphic) which would be called "Fred," is expected…
Posted by John McCarthy August 7, 2021
Police Investigating Fatal Shooting On Julian Jackson Drive One Hour Ago: VIPD
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Police Investigating Fatal Shooting On Julian Jackson Drive One Hour Ago: VIPD

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — The Virgin Islands Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred on Julian Jackson Drive about one hour ago, authorities said. The 911 Emergency Call Center…
Posted by John McCarthy August 6, 2021
If Tropical Wave Develops Into A System It Will Be Called ‘Fred’: NHC
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If Tropical Wave Develops Into A System It Will Be Called ‘Fred’: NHC

MIAMI — A tropical wave in the Atlantic basin is forecast to become a tropical depression over the weekend or by early next week, according to the latest advisory from the National Hurricane…
Posted by John McCarthy August 6, 2021
As Delta Strain Runs Rampant In The USVI, Roach Orders Beaches Closed At 4 p.m.
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As Delta Strain Runs Rampant In The USVI, Roach Orders Beaches Closed At 4 p.m.

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — As active COVID-19 cases continue increasing among unvaccinated Virgin Islanders in the Territory, Acting Governor Tregenza A. Roach, Esq. issued an executive order modifying a number of…
Posted by John McCarthy August 6, 2021
Connecticut Tourist Lays Floating Dead In The Water Overnight Due To ‘Rough Seas’
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Connecticut Tourist Lays Floating Dead In The Water Overnight Due To ‘Rough Seas’

TEAGUE BAY — A tourist from Connecticut who lost his footing at the base of Point Udall laid floating dead in the water overnight after recovery efforts were postponed due…
Posted by John McCarthy August 6, 2021
St. Croix Hospital Says WhatsApp Message About Gas Refueling Causing COVID Is Fake
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St. Croix Hospital Says WhatsApp Message About Gas Refueling Causing COVID Is Fake

SUNNY ISLE — A WhatsApp message that stated “the hospital sent a message saying the Delta variant appears to be spreading rapidly through the refueling pump” and further states precautions…
Posted by John McCarthy August 5, 2021
Laptop, MiFi Handouts At Julius Sprauve School Stop Due To COVID-19 Exposure
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Laptop, MiFi Handouts At Julius Sprauve School Stop Due To COVID-19 Exposure

CRUZ BAY — The Virgin Islands Department of Education has suspended laptop and MiFi distribution at the Julius E. Sprauve School on St. John, effective immediately due to COVID-19 exposure…
Posted by John McCarthy August 5, 2021

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