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St Thomas Community News
Tuesday, April 1, 2026
Independent Local News
Vol. 1, Issue 1
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UVI Retirees Returning to Work Can Retain Annuity Benefits
Retired government employees who return to work at the University of the Virgin Islands will now continue drawing their full pension alongside their salary, after Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. signed a measure passed by the 36th Legislature during its Oct. 30 session. Bill No. 36-0061 amends the Virgin Islands Code to allow recipients of a Government Employees’ Retirement System annuity…
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Gov. Bryan Honors Soca Star ‘Pumpa’ with Key to Territory, Street Naming on St. Croix
Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. has bestowed the Official Key to the Territory on acclaimed soca artist Dennis “Pumpa” Lennox Leroy Liburd, Jr., recognizing decades of contributions to Virgin Islands music and culture. The honor, enacted through Bill No. 36-0058 during the governor’s review of measures passed at the 36th Legislature’s October 30, 2025 session, also names the main entrance of…
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- UVI Retirees Returning to Work Can Retain Annuity Benefits
- Gov. Bryan Honors Soca Star ‘Pumpa’ with Key to Territory, Street Naming on St. Croix
- USVI Lawmakers Ratify Lease Agreements Affecting Government Properties
- 90-Day Tax Amnesty Waives Penalties for USVI Taxpayers Still Recovering from Hurricanes
Public Service Announcement
Hurricane Season
Starts June 1
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Easter Children’s Fun Day (STT Carnival 2026)
Public Service Announcement
Hunger Ends Here.
1 in 8 Americans face hunger. Your local food bank needs volunteers and donations.
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Cruise Schedule
Sunday, May 31, 2026
| Ship | Port | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rhapsody of the Seas | Crown Bay | 4:00 AM | 2:00 PM |
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
| Ship | Port | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norwegian Luna | Havensight | 7:00 AM | 3:00 PM |
| Adventure of the Seas | Crown Bay | 4:00 AM | 2:00 PM |
Wednesday, June 3, 2026
| Ship | Port | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norwegian Prima | Havensight | 9:30 AM | 4:00 PM |
| Carnival Vista | Havensight | 3:00 AM | 12:00 PM |
| Icon of the Seas | Crown Bay | 3:00 AM | 10:30 AM |
Thursday, June 4, 2026
| Ship | Port | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allur of the Seas | Crown Bay | 3:00 AM | 10:30 AM |
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- UVI Retirees Returning to Work Can Retain Annuity Benefits
- Gov. Bryan Honors Soca Star ‘Pumpa’ with Key to Territory, Street Naming on St. Croix
- USVI Lawmakers Ratify Lease Agreements Affecting Government Properties
- 90-Day Tax Amnesty Waives Penalties for USVI Taxpayers Still Recovering from Hurricanes
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Zoning Changes Approved: Potential Development Shifts on St. Thomas Horizon
The Legislature of the Virgin Islands approved a slate of zoning changes during a recent session at the Earle B.…
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Legislature Approves Key Nominees, Impacting Territorial Boards and Commissions
The 36th Legislature of the U.S. Virgin Islands approved multiple nominees to vital territorial boards and commissions during a May…
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Zoning Changes Approved: Potential Development Shifts on St. Thomas Horizon
The 36th Legislature of the Virgin Islands approved zoning changes during a regular session at the Earle B. Ottley Legislative…
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Public Works Pledges Road Repair Push as USVI Infrastructure Concerns Mount
The U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Public Works is ramping up road repair efforts across St. Thomas, responding to years…