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Today Is Contract Day In The U.S. Virgin Islands Recognizing 1878 Fire Burn Revolt

CHRISTIANSTED — Today is October 1st, the start of the new fiscal year and what has been known as Contract Day in the Virgin Islands. "Today we salute those who…

John McCarthy October 1, 2021

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Governor, Senator Mourn Passing Of St. Croix Statesman Edgar M. Iles

CHRISITIANSTED — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. released the following statement on the passing of former St. Croix Senator Edgar Iles: “We have lost a dedicated community leader with a long…

John McCarthy September 22, 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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Governor And Senator Visit Twin Boys Injured In Freak Auto Accident On St. Croix

MIAMI — Upon concluding official business last week in Florida, Governor Albert Bryan and a senator took the opportunity to visit with the twin boys that were injured in an…

John McCarthy August 5, 2021

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TRIBUTE TO TREVOR: St. Croix Senator Salutes Outgoing VIPD Commissioner For His Service To The USVI Community

Thank you to Trevor Velinor for his dedicated service to the people of the Virgin Islands during his tenure as police commissioner. The courageous, professional and intelligent leadership that he…

Novelle Francis July 13, 2021

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Senator’s Son Gets Community Service After Federal Marijuana Conviction

CHARLOTTE AMALIE – U.S. Attorney Gretchen C.F. Shappert announced that a St. Thomas man was sentenced today to four years’ probation, a $1,000 fine, and 150 hours of community service…

John McCarthy July 8, 2021

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Democrat Donna Frett-Gregory Finishes In First Place In St. Thomas District After All Votes Are Counted

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — The 2020 election was certified on Monday, the Virgin Islands Elections System said. After the absentee and provisional ballots were counted, Senator Vialet maintained his election night…

VI Free Press November 17, 2020

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Senator James Sits Down With Police To Discuss Crime Prevention, PAL Headquarters In Whim

FREDERIKSTED — A newly re-elected St. Croix sophomore Senator sat down with the Virgin Islands Police Department to talk about ways to prevent crime and fundraising efforts for a police…

VI Free Press November 10, 2020

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Frustrated Voters On St. Croix Abandon Polls After Problems With Ballot Machines Bring Long Lines

CHRISTIANSTED — Voters encountered long lines in St. Croix due to ballot machine issues that made eligible voters leave the long wait behind — and decide not to vote this…

VI Free Press November 3, 2020

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No Need To Watch The Election Results On Tuesday Night, We’ve Got Your Election Winners Right Here

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — You don't have to stay up all night waiting for the results of Tuesday's elections. We've got them all for you right here, unofficially of course, according…

VI Free Press October 29, 2020