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Unstable weather, dangerous seas and life-threatening rip currents ahead

SAN JUAN — A series of mid-to-upper level troughs and above-normal moisture from a nearly stationary front will create ideal conditions for thunderstorm development over the next few days, with the most intense…

John McCarthy October 30, 2024

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Heavy rains expected across the USVI and Puerto Rico starting soon

SAN JUAN — As model guidance has consistently indicated, we are now experiencing a transition into a wetter and more unstable weather pattern, evident in today’s shower and thunderstorm activity,…

John McCarthy October 29, 2024

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LEPC awards $4.8 million for crime fighting, crime prevention, juvenile justice, crime victim services

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — The Virgin Islands Law Enforcement Planning Commission (LEPC) is pleased to announce the awarding of approximately $4.8 million in federally funded grants to criminal justice entities in…

John McCarthy October 20, 2024

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Child Passenger Safety Week observed in the U.S. Virgin Islands

CHRISTIANSTED — The Virgin Islands Police Department (VIPD)/Office of Highway Safety’s (VIOHS) and Child Passenger Safety (CPS) Technicians provided free car seat safety checks to caregivers with young children in…

John McCarthy October 20, 2024

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Hazardous marine conditions existed in the USVI and Puerto Rico when Invest 94L passed

SAN JUAN — The Coast Guard cautions recreational boaters, fishermen, beachgoers and water sports enthusiasts in U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico of potential high-surf and dangerous rip currents associated with…

John McCarthy October 19, 2024

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Health Department observes Breast Cancer Awareness Month, emphasizes early detection

CHRISTIANSTED — Cancer remains the second leading cause of death in our community, with breast cancer being the second most common form. The Virgin Islands Department of Health continues its vital…

John McCarthy October 17, 2024

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Department of Human Services announces change to SNAP income guidelines

CHRISTIANSTED — Government House held the weekly live press briefing from Government House in St. Croix on Tuesday. VITEMA Director Daryl Jaschen, Department of Human Services Commissioner Averil George and Territorial…

John McCarthy October 16, 2024

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How to choose the right in the Virgin Islands

Online gambling is becoming incredibly popular in the Virgin Islands; however, it can be a challenge to find the right casino, as both the U.S. Virgin Islands and the British…

John McCarthy October 14, 2024

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Social Security announces 2.5 percent benefit increase for 2025

Social Security benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments for more than 72.5 million Americans will increase 2.5 percent in 2025, the Social Security Administration announced today. On average, Social…

John McCarthy October 11, 2024

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Human Services says SNAP benefits increased on October 1

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — The Department of Human Services (VIDHS) is excited to announce anincrease in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, effective October 1, 2024.This increase represents a critical step…

John McCarthy October 8, 2024