St. Croix News – Page 98 – Virgin Islands Free Press

Territory hosts its second U.S. Coral Reef Task Force meeting

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — The USVI hosted a successful U.S. Coral Reef Task Force Meeting that showcased local projects, partners, and resources while fostering national coordination on coral reef issues and…

John McCarthy December 17, 2023

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Happy Holidays from Social Security

The holiday season often brings us feelings of warmth and joy. At Social Security, we want you to know we share the same joy when it comes to serving you,…

John McCarthy December 17, 2023

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VIPA chooses World War II-era designer to ‘develop and improve’ USVI airports

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — Global sustainable design and engineering firm, Stantec, has been selected by the Port Authority as the first sole consultant for both the Cyril E King Airport in…

John McCarthy December 16, 2023

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School security monitor charged with child abuse after assault on minor child, VIPD says

FREDERIKSTED — A school security monitor was arrested Thursday night after she allegedly assaulted an elementary student in a Grove Place public school. Spanesia K. Anderson, 40, was arrested and…

John McCarthy December 15, 2023

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Daughter tries to reunite with Mom who vanished on the beach 34 years ago

CHRISTIANSTED — A daughter is still doggedly looking for clues to the disappearance of her mother Geralda Camacho on St. Croix 34 years ago. Carol Moon made her desperate appeal…

John McCarthy December 15, 2023

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Hundreds Toast Season At GERS Retirees Party

CHRISTIANSTED — Hundreds of people turned out for the Retirees Party that was held at the GERS headquarters in Orange Grove on Tuesday night. Good food, nice conversation and some…

John McCarthy December 13, 2023

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Track Standout Michelle Smith Attends Swanky Sports Awards Gala In Miami

MIAMI — Virgin Islands Sports Ambassador Michelle Smith was invited by the PanAm Sports organization to attend the second PanAm Sports Awards 2023 Gala on behalf of the Virgin Islands…

John McCarthy December 13, 2023

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Help Police Find Missing Minor Felipe Casanova of St. Croix

CHRISTIANSTED — Police are asking for your assistance to locate a missing minor on St. Croix. Felipe A. "Lil Popa" Casanova, 16, was last seen Monday at 4:00 p.m. in…

John McCarthy December 12, 2023

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Social Security Talks: Will Social Security Be There When I Retire?

A new podcast examines many of the questions future recipients of Social Security have. Such as: "Will Social Security be there when I retire?" That’s the question SSA is answering…

John McCarthy December 9, 2023

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Swell and Wind Event: Hazardous Marine and Coastal Conditions Expected This Weekend

SAN JUAN — A northerly swell and increasing trade winds will promote rough and hazardous marine and coastal conditions through the weekend and early next week. Building seas between 7…

John McCarthy December 8, 2023