St. Thomas, USVI
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St Thomas Community News
Tuesday, April 1, 2026
Independent Local News
Vol. 1, Issue 1
Category: Community & Culture
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St. Thomas Police Build Safer Community Through Resident Engagement and Volunteer Programs
The Virgin Islands Police Department is expanding its community-focused policing efforts on St. Thomas, asking residents to move beyond reporting crimes to actively partnering with…
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Community Rallies Behind Youth Sailing Programs on St. Thomas
A groundswell of community support is propelling youth sailing initiatives on St. Thomas, with local musicians, athletes and culinary enthusiasts stepping up to back programs…
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UVI Alumni Network: A Force for Positive Change in the USVI
Graduates of the University of the Virgin Islands are making measurable contributions to their home communities and territories worldwide, driven by an institutional culture that…
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Fiscal Optimism: Will Economic Recovery Reach All USVI Residents?
The Government of the U.S. Virgin Islands outlined an optimistic budget outlook for fiscal year 2027 during a Spring Revenue Estimating Conference, signaling continued economic…
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Hull Bay Road Renamed for Late Senator Lorraine L. Berry
Governor Albert Bryan Jr. has signed legislation renaming Hull Bay Road to Lorraine L. Berry Drive, honoring the longtime St. Thomas senator’s decades of public…
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Transfer Day Observance Set: Reflecting on USVI’s Past, Future
Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. has designated March 31, 2026, as the official observance of the 109th anniversary of Transfer Day, marking more than a century…
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Record Tourism Revenue Raises Questions About Community Reinvestment in USVI
Tourism activity in the U.S. Virgin Islands reached unprecedented levels during the first quarter of 2026, signaling strong demand for Caribbean travel and generating substantial…
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Dangerous Heat Index This Week: USVI Health Officials Warn Vulnerable Residents to Take Precautions
The U.S. Virgin Islands is bracing for a stretch of oppressive heat and humidity this week, with the National Weather Service forecasting a dangerously high…
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VIPD Teams With Calquohoun Residents to Clean Up, Build Safer Community
The Virgin Islands Police Department partnered with Calquohoun residents on March 23 for a community clean-up initiative designed to improve neighborhood conditions and strengthen ties…
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Business & Economy, Community & Culture, Government & Politics, Infrastructure & Utilities, Tourism & EventsCarnival 2026 Traffic Plan Released: Here’s How Road Closures Will Affect Your Commute
The Department of Public Works has released the official road closure schedule and adjusted public transportation routes for Carnival 2026, signaling the start of major…