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DPW Updates Motorists On Road Striping Project In St. Thomas

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — The Department of Public Works (DPW) said it is continuing to repaint road striping to improve motoring safety in St. Thomas. The department currently has a road…

VI Free Press January 27, 2021

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Slack Enforcement Of Traffic Regulations Ends February 1, VIPD Says On Twitter

FREDERIKSTED — Starting next month, police are promising "increased traffic enforcement" for the motoring public in the territory. There will be increased traffic enforcement beginning February 1, 2021, please bring…

VI Free Press January 27, 2021

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5 Tips To Host The Ultimate Doggie Birthday Party At Home

If you have a pet dog at home, chances are you’re always looking for new ways to shower your furry companion with love and affection. You likely even look forward…

VI Free Press January 26, 2021

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USAO And IRS Warn Of New Wave of COVID-19 Scams Related To 2nd Round Of Stimulus Check Payments

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — Gretchen C.F. Shappert, United States Attorney for the District of the Virgin Islands, and Tyler R. Hatcher, Acting Special Agent in Charge, Internal Revenue Service, Criminal Investigation…

VI Free Press January 25, 2021

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Rainbow Beach Partiers Who Left Garbage Behind For Others To Clean Up Earns Wrath On Facebook Today

FREDERIKSTED — People who held a party at Rainbow Beach yesterday in contravention to COVID-19 protocols — and then left their garbage there — have drawn the wrath and disgust…

VI Free Press January 24, 2021

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Human Services Announces 90-Day Extension On All Expired Senior Discount Cards In St. Croix

CHRISTIANSTED — In light of COVID-19 and a delay in receiving necessary ID card equipment replacements, The Virgin Islands Department of Human Services (DHS) has granted an additional 90-day extension…

VI Free Press January 21, 2021

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Vaccination Gives Us A Path Back To Normalcy, But The Virgin Islands Needs A Plan Based On Evidence: AARP

Dear Editor: After COVID claimed more than 300,000 lives, Americans received word in December that two vaccines had been granted emergency authorization in the United States. Now, as the first…

VI Free Press January 20, 2021

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Police Need Your Help To Find Missing 66-Year-Old Man Dawn Andrews of Grove Place: VIPD

FREDERIKSTED – The Virgin Islands Police Department needs your help to find a missing Grove Place man who suffers from early-onset dementia. Dawn Andrews, 66, is a Black male who…

VI Free Press January 13, 2021

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Missing St. Thomas Man Found Dead Floating In Waters At John Brewer’s Beach Today: VIPD

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — A St. Thomas man who had been reported missing less than 24 hours ago was found dead in the waters at John Brewer's beach this morning, authorities…

VI Free Press January 11, 2021

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Health Department Gives Away Free Face Masks, Health Information At Drive-Through Event Today

KINGSHILL — The Department of Health was sharing health information, masks and other giveaways at the Eddie Ortiz Annual Three Kings Tradition Committee’s 20th Children Gift Giveaway this afternoon. Free…

VI Free Press January 9, 2021