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VIPD: Mario M. Brooks Named Assistant Police Commissioner

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — Police Commissioner Trevor A. Velinor announced the appointment of Lieutenant Mario M. Brooks as Assistant Police Commissioner on Tuesday. Assistant Commissioner Brooks has been with the Virgin…

VI Free Press January 16, 2020

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Old People To Learn Importance Of Avoiding Falls In Free St. Croix Class

CHRISTIANSTED — People of all ages experience a fall from time to time, but as we get older, the results of a fall pose a serious health risk to people.…

VI Free Press January 3, 2020

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VIPD: ‘We Have Zero Tolerance For Illegal Gun Use,’ Even On New Year’s Eve

FREDERIKSTED — The Virgin Islands Police Department said it wanted to remind the community of the dangers of celebratory gunfire for New Year’s Eve. It is illegal, dangerous and the…

VI Free Press December 31, 2019

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EDITORIAL: Focus Our Efforts On Restoring ‘Hope,’ Not A ‘High’ For Our People

I do not support the Governor’s attempt to amend our law to allow, what in my opinion, becomes the non-medicinal use of marijuana. My opinion is based on my experiences…

Soraya Diase Coffelt December 21, 2019

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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