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‘All USVI-Named’ Man From Wisconsin Dies While Snorkeling At Maho Bay

CRUZ BAY — A 78-year-old Wisconsin man with an "all USVI" name drowned while snorkeling near one of St. John's most popular beaches on Wednesday morning, authorities said. Thomas William…

John McCarthy January 19, 2023

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President Biden Makes 1st Public Appearances During St. Croix Vacation

CHRISTIANSTED (AP) — After two days out of sight while vacationing in St. Croix, President Joe Biden ventured out Friday for a round of golf and dinner with his wife…

John McCarthy January 2, 2023

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Can The West Indies’ Past Be Used To Promote Tourism?

How effective is it to use the history of nations for modern territorial marketing strategies? In different parts of the world, many countries are still asking themselves this crucial question,…

John McCarthy December 30, 2022

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Superyachts Flock to the Caribbean for Lavish Year-End Parties

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — Billionaires over the world have descended upon the Caribbean ready for Christmas and New Year parties, as the yacht count in the region has more than doubled…

John McCarthy December 25, 2022

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Former St. Croix Equestrian Instructor Dies Suddenly At 49 In West Palm Beach

Melissa Grace Minarik, 49, of West Palm Beach Florida, passed away on September 4, 2022. Her passing was sudden, unexpected, and devastating to her beloved family and devoted friends. REST…

John McCarthy November 24, 2022

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West Indies Company & Bellows International Sponsor 2022 USVI Charter Yacht Show

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — A Mixology Competition, Pop-Up Bars featuring spirited beverages and locally brewed beer, rum tastings, and champagne for the awards are among the key features of the USVI…

John McCarthy November 3, 2022

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WORLD CUP 2022: Russians Are Top Property Buyers in Dubai; Indians Place Third

DUBAI — Russians have emerged as top property buyers in the Dubai property market, surpassing Indians, British and Italian investors. According to the third-quarter 2022 report released by brokerage Betterhomes,…

John McCarthy October 18, 2022

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Midre Cummings Park Closed For ‘Maintenance and Sanitizing’ After Rains

FREDERIKSTED — The Department of Sports, Parks and Recreation said that due to significant flooding caused by recent inclement weather, the Midre Cummings Park & Playground closed Thursday for post-storm maintenance…

John McCarthy September 30, 2022

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34 Graduate From VIPCA Youth Training Marine Programs

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — VIPCA graduated 12 students age 18-29 years from the five-week VIPCA Marine Apprenticeship at the St. Thomas Yacht Club in June. VIPCA also graduated 22 students age 13-17…

John McCarthy July 25, 2022

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Bahamas’ Miller-Uibo Trounces Women’s 400m for World Championships Gold

EUGENE, Oregon — Bahamian double Olympic gold medalist Shaunae Miller-Uibo added another jewel to her crown on Friday by winning her first 400 meters title at the World Championships. Miller-Uibo…

John McCarthy July 24, 2022