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Virgin Islands Center for Autonomous Research showcases technology at Boating Expo

By Finn Sharpless -
On Saturday, at the third annual Virgin Islands Boating Expo, held at IGY’s Yacht Haven Grande Marina in St. Thomas, researchers from the University of the Virgin Islands showcased cutting-edge technology during a Virgin Islands Center for Autonomous Research demonstration.

Messages of Pride, Perseverance Highlight UVI’s 62nd Commencement on St. Croix

By Diana Dias -

UVI Celebrates 62nd Commencement Ceremony on St. Thomas

By Judi Shimel -

Bowsky Students Celebrate ‘Week of the Young Child’ with Truck Show

By Finn Sharpless -

Judge Grants Temporary Injunction in Challenge to Primary Ballot Rules

By Kit MacAvoy -

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GOVERNMENT AND POLICE NEWS

Local government

DPW Commissioner Gabriel Clarifies Ferry Routes; Supports Fuel Surcharge for Non-Residents

Tradewinds staff -
The Spirit of 1733 was acquired using federal grant funding based on ridership demand and service commitments for the Red Hook to Cruz Bay route (Route 32M). As such, its use is restricted to that designated service area in accordance with federal requirements.

AG Rhea Announces $1.6M Settlement for V.I. in Multi-State Opioid Suit

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Commercial Property Owners Can’t Use Residential Trash Bins

Waste Management Authority -

Man Shot Dead on St. Thomas in Second Homicide in 2 Days, VIPD Reports

Tradewinds staff -

Defense Seeks to Dismiss First-Degree Murder Charges in Dutty Heart Case

By Siân Cobb -

Man Killed in Morning Shooting on St. Croix, VIPD Reports

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