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4 People Feared Dead After Helicopter Crash Near Botany Bay On St. Thomas Monday: VITEMA Says

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — Authorities in St. Thomas were investigating what caused a helicopter crash that killed at least four people at Botany Bay on Monday afternoon. The fatal crash occurred…

VI Free Press February 16, 2021

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Queen Of All Mainstream Media … Stacey Plaskett Takes Capitol By Storm … Peacefully

WASHINGTON — Stacey Plaskett has taken the Capitol by storm. But it was a "peaceful" takeover of the seat of democracy this week — one that was accomplished in the…

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Police Remind Residents Not To Drink And Drive Over President’s Day Weekend

FREDERIKSTED — This President’s Day weekend, Police Commissioner Trevor Velinor and the Virgin Islands Office of Highway Safety (VIOHS) asked motorists throughout the territory to always be vigilant and safe.…

VI Free Press February 12, 2021

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FEMA Gives $2.9 Million For Needed Repairs To Turnbull Library On St. Thomas

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — The Office of Disaster Recovery announces the obligation of $2,902,538 by the Federal Emergency Management Agency's Public Assistance Program (FEMA) to the Department of Planning and Natural…

VI Free Press February 11, 2021

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How To Get Your Social Security Benefit Statement

Tax season is approaching, and replacing your Benefit Statement for last year has never been easier. The Benefit Statement, also known as the SSA-1099 or the SSA-1042S, is a tax…

Victor Rodriguez February 11, 2021

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Epstein Estate Executors Are ‘Indispensable Captains’ Of His Criminal Enterprise, AG George Says

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — Jeffrey Epstein's estate coexecutors were "indispensable captains" of his criminal enterprise to traffic girls, according to a complaint from Virgin Islands Attorney General Denise George. The amended…

VI Free Press February 11, 2021

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76-Year-St. Croix Man Is Territory’s 25th COVID-19 Victim: VIDOH Says

CHRISTIANSTED — The Virgin Islands Health Department confirmed Wednesday that a 76-year-old St. Croix resident’s death is related to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. "After further investigating cause of death and…

VI Free Press February 11, 2021

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Stacey Plaskett Makes History As First Delegate To Congress Chosen As An Impeachment Manager

WASHINGTON — House Representative Jamie Raskin, lead impeachment manager, said it was a moment of "special pride" to introduce his fellow impeachment manager Stacey Plaskett to speak on the Senate…

VI Free Press February 10, 2021

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V.I. Delegate Stacey Plaskett Shines In Starring Role As House Impeachment Manager Today

WASHINGTON (AP) — Prosecutors unveiled chilling new security video in Donald Trump’s impeachment trial Wednesday, showing the mob of rioters breaking into the Capitol, smashing windows and doors and searching…

VI Free Press February 10, 2021

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CBP Officers Stop Minnesota Air Traveler In St. Thomas Airport On Outstanding Warrant: VIPD

CHARLOTTE AMALIE – Alert federal officers noticed Monday afternoon that a Minnesota air traveler clearing customs in St. Thomas was wanted on an outstanding criminal warrant and she is now…

VI Free Press February 9, 2021