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Myrah Keating Smith Health Center Gets FEMA Approval for $2.2M Replacement

CRUZ BAY — After months of continuous dialogue, FEMA has approved the Schneider Regional Medical Center’s multiple requests for the replacement of the Myrah Keating Smith Health Center on St. John. The…

John McCarthy September 11, 2021

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Countries Should Prioritize Pregnant, Lactating Women For COVID-19 Shots

BOGOTA -— Countries in the Caribbean and Latin America should prioritize pregnant and lactating women in distribution of COVID-19 shots, the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) said today. PAHO said…

Bro Bot September 8, 2021

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2 DEATHS IN 2 DAYS! 63rd COVID-19-Related Death Confirmed In The Territory

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — The Virgin Islands Health Department said today that 63 people have now died from COVID-19 in the territory, The 62nd patient to die from coronavirus was an…

John McCarthy September 8, 2021

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Governor Tours Classrooms On 3 Islands On First Day Of In-Person Classes

CHRISTIANSTED — Governor Albert Bryan toured public school classrooms on St. Croix, St. Thomas and St. John on the first day of in-person classes Tuesday. Bryan inspected the Ricardo Richards Elementary…

John McCarthy September 8, 2021

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COVID-19 Claims Territory’s Youngest Victim, 30 Years Old On St. Croix: VIDOH

CHRISTIANSTED — The Virgin Islands Health Department confirmed the territory’s 61st COVID-releated death on Sunday. The deceased, a 30-year-old man on St. Croix, is one of the territory’s youngest victims…

John McCarthy September 6, 2021

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PAHO Warns That Only 25% Of Latin America, Caribbean Is Fully Vaccinated

CARACAS — Pan American Health Organization Director Carissa Etienne warned that 75 percent of the population in Latin America and the Caribbean has yet to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19…

John McCarthy September 5, 2021

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With COVID-19 Training, USVI Kitchen Workers Plan To Counter Delta Strain

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — The Virgin Islands Department of Education’s “No V.I. Child Goes Hungry” Feeding Initiative will operate in both districts beginning September 7, following the suspension of the program…

John McCarthy September 5, 2021

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Community Action Group Secures DSPR Basketball Hoop For The Savan Area

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — Community Action NOW! Executive Director Iffat Walker said discussions he's had with government officials will soon benefit the youth of the Savan community. “Due to the rising numbers in COVID-19…

John McCarthy September 4, 2021

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2 Beaches To Avoid This Weekend, While 7 Beaches Were Not Tested: DPNR

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — Two beaches on two islands failed water quality resting and should be avoided this weekend, Water Bay on St. Thomas and Cruz Bay on St. John exceeded…

John McCarthy September 3, 2021

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Caribbean Tourism Recovery Punctured By New Coronavirus Spike

KINGSTON — Just as tourism was beginning to show signs of recovery, the Caribbean has been hit by a new wave of coronavirus infections that is causing lockdowns and flight…

Bro Bot September 3, 2021