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O’Malley Sworn In as New Social Security Commissioner

WASHINGTON — Former Maryland governor Martin O’Malley was sworn in as the new Commissioner of Social Security on Wednesday, the Social Security Administration said. O’Malley’s term runs through January 19,…

John McCarthy December 22, 2023

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New Police Sergeants Sworn In This Week

KINGSHILL — The Virgin Islands Police Department held a swearing in ceremony at the R.H. Amphlett Leader Justice Center by Superior Court Judge Yvette Ross-Edwards for newly promoted Police Sergeants…

John McCarthy December 22, 2023

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Help cops find Omaree Fontaine wanted for Havensight Mall Robbery in St. Thomas

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — Police need your help today to find a St. Thomas man wanted for a mall robbery that took place last month. Omaree Fontaine, 18, of Roseau, is…

John McCarthy December 20, 2023

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Help Police Find Cody John Wanted For Questioning About Robbery In St. Thomas

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — Police need your help today to find a St. Thomas man wanted for questioning about a robbery that took place last month. Cody John, 18, of St.…

John McCarthy December 20, 2023

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Theron Thomas of Rock City comments on writing the biggest song in the world

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — It’s the second year ever they’ve done a Songwriter of the Year category at the Grammys, and Theron Thomas is over the moon about his nomination. Not…

John McCarthy December 17, 2023

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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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With the best WNBA Draft Lottery odds at another No. 1 pick, the Fever’s rebuild is coming together around Aliyah Boston

INDIANAPOLIS — The night the Indiana Fever introduced Christie Sides as their next head coach, 14 lottery balls bounced in the franchise’s favor for the first time in history. The No. 1…

John McCarthy December 9, 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