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Enchanted Princess to Make Inaugural Call at WICO Dock Saturday
After a delayed debut season, Enchanted Princess, Princess Cruises' newest ship, will make its inaugural call to the U.S. Virgin Islands on Saturday when it berths at the West Indian Company dock on St. Thomas from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Source: St. Croix Source | online all the time since 1999
Colorado State Rams Claim the Golden Steel Pan Plague by Winning 2021 Paradise Jam Men's Division
It was raining 3s at the University of the Virgin Islands Sports, and Fitness Center as Colorado State Rams dropped 20 bombs from three-point land in their 95-81 win over the Bluejays from Creighton University on Sunday evening.
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Source: St. Thomas Source | The trusted independent voice of the Virgin Islands community
There’s a Lot More to Travel Than Packing a Suitcase
What Alan “Mike” Greaves didn’t know was that once he left the territory, he would have a hard time getting back in again.
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Source: St. John Source | independent and trusted since 1999
Gittens Remains Hospitalized for Blood Clots, But Condition Improving
After being hospitalized Oct. 30 with blood clots in his leg and lungs, Sen. Kenneth L. Gittens' condition is improving and he looks forward to resuming his duties, his office said in a news release issued Friday.
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Source: St. Thomas Source | The trusted independent voice of the Virgin Islands community
Human Services Leads Probe into Alleged CAHS Sex Abuse Case
While federal authorities move forward with prosecution of a public school athletic coach on sex abuse and child pornography charges, a separate investigation is trying to find out what role school officials played -- or didn’t play -- as the alleged abuse played out.
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Source: St. Thomas Source | The trusted independent voice of the Virgin Islands community
Dangerous Marine Conditions Forecast Starting Thanksgiving Day
The National Weather Service in San Juan, Puerto Rico, is warning that waves to 10 feet are forecast along the northern coast of St. Thomas starting Thanksgiving Day, with a high risk of dangerous rip currents in the region.
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Source: St. Thomas Source | The trusted independent voice of the Virgin Islands community
Coral Reef Academy Cornhole Tournament Joins Fun and a Good Cause
It was family fun for a cause at the Leatherback Brewery for the Coral Reef Academy Cornhole Tournament and Silent Auction on Saturday. Attendees enjoyed food from Leatherback and other food trucks and 14 teams competed in rounds of cornhole.
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Source: St. John Source | independent and trusted since 1999
Lawmakers Advance Bill That Could Transform the Territory’s Roadways
The Housing, Transportation, and Telecommunications Committee took the first step towards a “Complete Streets Policy” Wednesday after advancing legislation to create an integrated transportation network across the U.S. Virgin Islands consisting of bike lanes, sidewalks, and paved roadways.
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Source: St. John Source | independent and trusted since 1999
DOJ Agents Arrest Suspect in Texas Child Sex Abuse Case on St. Croix
A man was arrested Nov. 12 on St. Croix by special agents of the Virgin Islands Justice Department after they were alerted that he was a fugitive from justice and wanted out of the state of Texas on felony child sexual abuse charges.
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Source: St. Thomas Source | The trusted independent voice of the Virgin Islands community
Crown Act Advances, Seeks Protection Against Hairstyle and Texture Discrimination
Following the rhetoric of a dozen states, the Education and Workforce Development Committee voted to advance legislation during Tuesday's hearing seeking the adoption of the Crown Act, which was first campaigned in 2019 in partnership with former California-based Sen. Holly Mitchell.
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Source: St. John Source | independent and trusted since 1999
Virgin Islanders Speak Out Ahead of Supreme Court Hearing on SSI
Pash Daswani was in Hong Kong tending to his dying father in February 1995 when his pregnant wife went into labor on St. Thomas. Thousands of miles away, he could not rush to the hospital when a medical emergency arose.
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Source: St. John Source | independent and trusted since 1999
Gittens Released from Hospital, Recuperating as an Outpatient
Sen. Kenneth L. Gittens was discharged from Juan F. Luis Hospital over the weekend and will continue his recuperation and treatment as an outpatient, he said in a news release issued Monday.
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Source: St. Thomas Source | The trusted independent voice of the Virgin Islands community
Zomba District Council apologizes to communities over water project
By Synd Kalimbuka Zomba district council on Tuesday apologised to Chingale communities for failing to finish a K1.2 billion water project funded by the World Bank. During a meeting which took place at Mango Lodge in Zomba, communities demanded clarification on why the council failed to finish the
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Coral Reef Academy Cornhole Tournament Returns to Raise Scholarship Funds
If you are ready for a round of cornhole, the Leatherback Brewery on St. Croix will be the place to be Saturday for the Coral Reef Academy Second annual Cornhole Tournament and Silent Auction.
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Stories of Service and Strength Fill Veterans Day Ceremonies on St. Thomas
Along with offering their gratitude, speakers at Veterans Day events on St Thomas also filled Thursday afternoon with personal stories of U.S. Virgin Islanders who have served, or who have been there for veterans in times of need.
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Boating in the V.I., Part 5: Resident Argues for Preservation of Round Bay
A quiet bay in a remote part of St. John has become the center of conflict between those who want to see it preserved as a marine sanctuary and those who want to see it developed and managed for the recreational boating industry.
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Source: St. John Source | independent and trusted since 1999
Try Tabitha Brown’s Sunrise Smoothie!
Ever feel like there isn’t enough time in the morning? We get it. You’re up with the sun and hit the ground running. Well, guess what? Tabitha Brown, vegan influencer, […] The post Try Tabitha Brown’s Sunrise Smoothie! appeared first on Essence.
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Buying views hits Zambia music: How to detect fake YouTube views
Buying of YouTube views has hit Zambia where one of the Malawi music heavyweights Patience Namadingo established his base this year. The issue, which started as a storm in a teacup, has now turned to a tornado or hurricane fake-views after Yo Maps hit 5 million views with his Pick It Up just
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Source: Malawi 24 | Malawi news
Fire Service Director Promises Extensive Investigation of Fatal Firetruck Accident
A joint investigation between the Virgin Islands Fire Service and police is getting underway, looking into the circumstances that led to the death of a firefighter and the injury of another, Monday on St. John. That was the statement given by Fire Service Director Daryl George at a press conference
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EDC Wants Answers from Caneel and Money from Sugar Bay
Time is running out for Caneel Bay Resort if it wants to reopen the resort on the north shore of St. John with tax incentives.
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Source: St. Croix Source | online all the time since 1999
Georgia Man Pleads Guilty to Having Marijuana in Luggage
A Georgia man pleaded guilty in federal court Tuesday to possession of a controlled substance with the intent to distribute.
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Source: St. Croix Source | online all the time since 1999
Outstanding Assessments, Late Filings Hold Up WAPA’s Rate Petitions
Ongoing discussions on outstanding fees owed by the V.I. Water and Power Authority came to a head during Friday’s Public Services Commission meeting,.
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Source: St. Croix Source | online all the time since 1999
Coast Guard Rescues 4 After Boat Hits Rocks on Pelican Cay
The crew of a Coast Guard MH-60T Jayhawk helicopter hoisted four men from a pleasure craft Sunday night after the vessel ran aground on Pelican Cay off St. Thomas.
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Source: St. Croix Source | online all the time since 1999
USVI Governor Thanks American Airlines for Partnership at Meeting in Dallas
After a strong tourism performance over the past 12 months while much of the rest of the Caribbean was locked down due to COVID-19, the U.S. Virgin Islands is getting back to basics and strengthening its relationship with its airline partners, according to government officials.
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Source: St. Thomas Source | The trusted independent voice of the Virgin Islands community
Host UVI Women Take Second in HBCU Basketball Tournament
The University of the Virgin Islands women's basketball overcame being perpetually shorthanded to finish second in the tournament for Historically Black Colleges and Universities hosted at UVI's Sports and Recreation Center on St Thomas.
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Source: St. Thomas Source | The trusted independent voice of the Virgin Islands community
DOJ Agents Arrest Suspect in Texas Child Sex Abuse Case on St. Croix
A man was arrested Nov. 12 on St. Croix by special agents of the Virgin Islands Justice Department after they were alerted that he was a fugitive from justice and wanted out of the state of Texas on felony child sexual abuse charges.
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Source: St. Croix Source | online all the time since 1999
St. Croix Honors Military Veterans
Under a blue sky dotted with puffy white clouds, St. Croix came together to honor veterans from all branches of military service with inspiring speeches and patriotic music Thursday at a field in Estate La Reine.
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Source: St. John Source | independent and trusted since 1999
Non-Profit Hosts Weekend Entrepreneurship Conference for V.I. Youth
A non-profit group organized to teach entrepreneurship to youths in the U.S., hosted a weekend conference for young people in the U.S. Virgin Islands that kicked off Thursday at the Palms at Pelican Cove.
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Source: St. Croix Source | online all the time since 1999
Georgia Man Pleads Guilty to Having Marijuana in Luggage
A Georgia man pleaded guilty in federal court Tuesday to possession of a controlled substance with the intent to distribute.
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Source: St. Thomas Source | The trusted independent voice of the Virgin Islands community
Limetree Has a Lead Bidder, Extends Auction to November 15
A lead bidder has been designated for the purchase of St. Croix’s bankrupt Limetree Bay Refinery, and the auction date has been pushed out to Monday, Nov. 15, a hearing in federal bankruptcy court resolved on Wednesday.
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