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Prenatal Ward At Juan F. Luis Hospital Shut Down Due To Cleanliness Concerns Of Staff

CHRISTIANSTED — The Juan F. Luis Hospital closed its prenatal ward two weeks ago and moved it to the post-partum unit of the medical facility, the Juan F. Luis Hospital…

VI Free Press April 25, 2022

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Underwear Clad Intruder Under Arrest For Attempted Murder After Shooting Father

FREDERIKSTED — The underwear clad intruder who startled a homeowner in Whim Thursday was re-arrested early Saturday morning after violating the terms of his release. Jelani James, 44, while appearing…

John McCarthy April 24, 2022

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‘Intruder’ In His Underwear, Wielding Metal Object Startles Whim Resident From Sleep

FREDERIKSTED — A Whim resident told police he was sleeping in his bedroom Thursday when he was awakened by an "intruder" in "his underwear with a metal object in his…

John McCarthy April 23, 2022

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Animal Abuse Is A Crime On Every Island In The USVI, VIPD Says

FREDERISTED — The VIPD takes animal neglect and abuse very seriously. Animal Cruelty and abuse is a criminal offense and is treated with utmost importance by the VI Police Department. This…

VI Free Press April 21, 2022

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St. Croix Woman Arrested For Fleeing Territory 2 Years Ago For Simple Assault

CHRISTIANSTED — Nishma Lee Matta Lopez turned herself into police Tuesday regarding a 2020 arrest warrant that was issued by Superior Court Magistrate Miguel Camacho, the Virgin Islands Police Department said. Nishman…

John McCarthy April 21, 2022

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Social Security Administration Resumes In-Person Services At Local SSA Offices

We are pleased to announce that local Social Security offices are offering more in-person appointments and have resumed in-person services for people without an appointment. To avoid waiting in line,…

Victor Rodriguez April 21, 2022

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Help Police Find Erron Wallace Wanted For Burglary, Assault On St. Croix: VIPD

FREDERIKSTED — Police need your help to find a St. Croix man wanted for questioning on a series of charges, authorities said. Erron R. Wallace, 28, of Concordia West, is…

John McCarthy April 21, 2022

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Previously Removed Dominican Republic Man Pleads Guilty to Illegally Re-Entering The USA

CHRISTIANSTED — A previously-deported Dominican Republic national who used a fake ID to try to board a flight from St. Croix to Florida has admitted to his guilt in federal…

John McCarthy April 20, 2022

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St. Croix Runner Smashes CARIFTA Record In Winning Gold In The 400-Meter Hurdles

KINGSTON — The Virgin Islands Track and Field Federation congratulates Michelle Smith for winning a gold medal for the Virgin Islands in the 400-meter hurdles competition at the 49th CARIFTA…

John McCarthy April 19, 2022

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Health Department Warns New COVID-19 Cases Are On The Increase And To Take Heed

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — Health officials are asking residents to be cautious as the number of new coronavirus cases is increasing on a daily basis. The warning comes on the heels…

John McCarthy April 17, 2022