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St Thomas Community News
Tuesday, April 1, 2026
Independent Local News
Vol. 1, Issue 1
Category: Government & Politics
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Bank Fraud Case Against Former Port Authority Director Exposes USVI Financial Vulnerabilities
Former V.I. Port Authority Executive Director Carlton Dowe entered a not guilty plea in federal court on April 14, marking the opening phase of a…
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VI Government Delivers Resident Impact Stories to White House on De Minimis Exemption
Governor Albert Bryan Jr.’s administration has submitted a compilation of firsthand accounts from Virgin Islands residents and business owners to the White House, documenting the…
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USVI Administration Pushes Forward on Tax Refunds as Residents Face Financial Pressure
The U.S. Virgin Islands government is moving to distribute up to $10 million in income tax refunds, officials said Wednesday, as households across the territory…
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VIEDA Opens Doors to Public Input on Economic Development Projects Thursday
The Virgin Islands Economic Development Authority will host public hearings Thursday, April 16, where community members can learn about and weigh in on proposed economic…
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VIPD Launches Intensified Traffic Safety Push Across U.S. Virgin Islands
The Virgin Islands Police Department is ramping up traffic safety enforcement and education programs aimed at reducing accidents and fatalities on island roads, signaling a…
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Security Breach at Major Web Host Raises Questions About USVI Government Cybersecurity
A significant security incident involving a major web hosting provider has prompted cybersecurity experts to question whether U.S. Virgin Islands government agencies are adequately protected…
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VI Government Projects Revenue Growth Through 2027: What It Means for Schools and Hospitals
The territorial government outlined an optimistic financial forecast during its spring revenue conference, signaling steady growth in collections that could fund improvements to healthcare and…
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Federal Disaster Declaration Opens Recovery Funds for St. Croix After Tropical Storm Ernesto
The Federal Emergency Management Agency issued a disaster declaration for St. Croix on Aug. 18, 2024, clearing the way for federal funding to support recovery…
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Port Authority Names Interim Director as Dowe Plans 2026 Retirement
The Virgin Islands Port Authority has appointed Ava Penn as interim executive director, stepping into a leadership vacuum created by Carlton Dowe’s extended leave ahead…
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New Leadership Takes Helm at Casino Control Commission
Governor Albert Bryan Jr. has nominated Joel Lee to serve as chairman and chief executive officer of the Virgin Islands Casino Control Commission, marking a…