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It Is Never Too Early To Start Planning For Your Retirement With Social Security

It is never too early to start planning for retirement, and our online tools can make your planning easier. Visit www.ssa.gov/myaccount to access your my Social Security account, get a…

Victor Rodriguez May 14, 2021

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Social Security Delivers The Most Popular Baby Names In Puerto Rico For 2020

SAN JUAN — The Social Security Administration today announced the most popular baby names in Puerto Rico for 2020. Liam and Valentina topped the list. The top five boys and…

Victor Rodriguez May 13, 2021

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6 CHS Graduates Headed To HBCU South Carolina College On Volleyball Scholarships

KINGSHILL — Four St. Croix Central High School seniors have signed National Letters of Intent to play on the men’s volleyball team at Benedict College, an NCAA Division II program…

VI Free Press May 12, 2021

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Education Asks St. Thomas To Use Alternate Meal Distribution Sites

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — The Virgin Islands Department of Education said that meal distribution will be suspended at five St. Thomas sites today. The St. Thomas-St. John District will suspend meal…

VI Free Press May 11, 2021

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Kimani Perdomo Tribute Photos Released To Social Media As St. Croix Grieves Loss

CHRISTIANSTED — Photos have been released on social media as a tribute to the 16-year-old Richmond boy who was shot to death early Sunday morning. Kimani Perdomo of John F.…

VI Free Press May 10, 2021

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Once And Future St. Croix Police Officer Goes Out On Patrol In Christiansted Town

CHRISTIANSTED — For one "junior" police cadet on St. Croix, it was the dream of a lifetime fulfilled. To finally go out on patrol on the Christiansted Boardwalk as part…

VI Free Press May 9, 2021

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CONGRATULATIONS! Department of Education Names 2021 Employee Of Year

CHRISTIANSTED — The Virgin Islands Department of Education celebrates and congratulates Jahshanda Samuel, 2021 Employee of the Year in the St. Croix District. Samuel serves as administrative assistant in the…

VI Free Press May 7, 2021

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Olivia and Liam Are Social Security’s Top Baby Names For 2020; Mason and Ethan Fall Out of Top 10

Olivia and Liam are once again America’s most popular baby names in 2020. It appears parents chose to stick with the familiar during an unprecedented time, with the top three…

Victor Rodriguez May 7, 2021

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Police Looking For 76-Year-Old Man Who Has Been Missing On St. Thomas For 1 Year

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — Police need your help to find a missing 76-year-old man on St. Thomas. Warren A. Thomas is a Black male who stands 5-feet, 8-inches tall and weighs…

VI Free Press May 7, 2021

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How To Replace Or Correct Your Social Security Card During COVID-19 Pandemic

Social Security offices are currently open only for in-person appointments for limited, critical situations, depending upon local office conditions. However, you can continue to apply for a replacement Social Security…

Victor Rodriguez May 7, 2021