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Rise in diagnoses is prompting more US adults to ask: ‘Do I have ADHD?’

NEW YORK (AP) — Allison Burk’s teenage daughter struggled with uncontrolled emotions, a shrinking attention span and a growing tendency to procrastinate. A family doctor suggested ADHD testing, which led…

John McCarthy February 1, 2025

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DPNR beach advisory: 2 beaches are not safe for swimming this weekend

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — Two beaches in the territory are deemed not safe for beachgoers based on water quality testing by the Virgin Islands Department of Planning and Natural Resources. Morningstar beach at…

John McCarthy January 31, 2025

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After Eaton Fire devastation, over 400 pets reunited with owners, but more than 100 still awaiting reunion

PASADENA — Pasadena Humane has been sheltering hundreds of animals displaced by the Eaton Fire, with many successfully returning to their families. But over 100 pets have yet to be…

John McCarthy January 25, 2025

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Green banana: anti-inflammatory, food for the gut and cancer fighting

Bananas are usually eaten when ripe, yellow, and sweet. But did you know you can eat them in their green, unripe version? Green bananas have a texture similar to a…

John McCarthy January 25, 2025

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Bananas stay fresh for 2 weeks if removed from fruit bowls and stored in an unexpected spot

Bananas can quickly turn spotty and mushy if left in the wrong spot in the kitchen, and many people may be surprised to learn that a fruit bowl is one…

John McCarthy January 24, 2025

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Virgin Islands mourns the death of UVI President Emeritus Orville Kean

CHARLOTTE AMALIE —The University of the Virgin Islands mourns the death of its third president, Orville E. Kean, who was appointed by the UVI Board of Trustees to serve as…

John McCarthy January 20, 2025

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VIPD holds Amber Alert training summit on St. Thomas

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — The Virgin Islands Police Department hosted a summit for the AMBER Alert Training and Technical Assistance Program’s national director and team members on January 14-15, 2025, at…

John McCarthy January 19, 2025

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VIDE names USVI Teachers of the Year

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — The Virgin Islands Department of Education (VIDE) announced the 2025 District Teacher of the Year winners, recognizing two extraordinary educators who go above and beyond in their dedication to…

John McCarthy January 19, 2025

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Bryan declared January 17 a day of honor for Acting HUD Secretary Adrianne Todman

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — Governor Albert Bryan proclaimed January 17, 2025, as a Day of Honor for Adrianne Todman, recognizing her exceptional public service and leadership. This proclamation celebrates Todman’s instrumental…

John McCarthy January 18, 2025

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VIDE’s Division of Cultural Education launches ‘collaboration with American ancestors’

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — The Virgin Islands Department of Education (VIDE) Division of Virgin Islands Cultural Education is proud to announce the launch of an exciting collaboration with American Ancestors – A…

John McCarthy January 18, 2025