Community Affairs – Page 95 – Virgin Islands Free Press

Make-A-Wish St. Croix Teen’s Dream Comes True Aboard Disney Cruise Line

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — A St. Croix teenager got a welcome home celebration worthy of any hero. But Lowell Thomas, 13, isn't just any young person on the Big Island. He…

VI Free Press November 17, 2019

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Former VING Member Named New Civilian Aide To U.S. Army Secretary

WASHINGTON — A former Virgin Islands National Guard member was appointed a new civilian aide to the secretary of the U.S. Army this week. During a ceremony at the Pentagon…

VI Free Press November 17, 2019

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First Annual Paws & Claws Fundraiser To Be Held Next Weekend On St. Thomas

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — Off The Rocks Rescue is hosting their inaugural fundraiser at host location Caribbean Fish Market, St. Thomas, on Saturday, November 23, from 4 to 7 p.m. A…

VI Free Press November 14, 2019

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2 VIPD Officers Will Man Juan Luis Hospital Due To ‘Escalating Gun Violence’

CHRISTIANSTED — Acting Juan Luis Hospital Chief Executive Officer Dyma Williams today announced the graduation of hospital-based law enforcement officers Dequan Bondieumaitre and Claudelle Abraham from the Virgin Islands Police…

VI Free Press November 11, 2019

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Music Academy Offering Scholarships For New Members Of VI Youth String Orchestra

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — G-Clef Music Academy successfully launched its VI Youth String Orchestra earlier this year. After the summer break, G-Clef has been eager to continue and expand the orchestra with new…

VI Free Press November 5, 2019

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UVI Board of Trustees Approves Fiscal Year 2020 Budget, Fundraising Goals

FREDERIKSTED — The University of the Virgin Islands Board of Trustees approved a Fiscal Year 2020 Budget of $47.1 million in a regular session of its quarterly meeting on Saturday.…

VI Free Press November 3, 2019

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Virginia Native To Represent USVI In 2019 Miss Universe Pageant in Atlanta

ATLANTA — A Virginia native will represent the territory in an upcoming international beauty and talent pageant. Andrea Piecuch, 25, will be up on stage as the United States Virgin…

VI Free Press November 3, 2019

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Things You Should Do To Avoid Distraction When Driving Long Distance

All drivers are guilty of getting distracted while on the road every now and then. Unfortunately, being distracted while driving for long distances is known to be one of the…

VI Free Press November 3, 2019

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TRICK OR TREAT? The VIPD Wants You To Be Safe This Halloween … Tips How To

FREDERIKSTED — The Virgin Islands Police Department would like to remind parents, children, and guardians handing out and collecting treats to remain alert and to stay safe this Halloween. …

VI Free Press October 29, 2019

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St. Croix Native Becomes Diageo USVI’s Vice President of Operations

FREDERIKSTED — Cynthia Arnold will lead a 70-person team at Diageo’s Captain Morgan distillery as she becomes the firm’s vice president of operations in the territory. Arnold joined Diageo U.S.…

VI Free Press October 24, 2019