There is also Home Again in Red Hook Plaza that has used furniture, etc. They are proud of their stuff, however! Max

I use Sprint, and it has been acceptable, if frustrating. It works on the south end of my condo, and about 5 steps into the living room, but dies at ...

I am a mainlander who lives in the VI, and agree with j that we do not do enough to change the status quo. The crime, education and infrastructure co...

I talked to my STJ buddy today, and he says that, although he doesn't use his USAA ATM card much here, when he has used it they refunded the charge (a...

My downstairs neighbor goes to the gym at the Elysian every day. Max

Island Commuter - I'm a USAA member, but don't use them for banking only because I have a very good credit union. I have a good friend on St. Jo...

You might also try Red Hook Family Practice. They have offices on both STT and STJ. Max

Before I came down two years ago, I inquired on VINow about the same thing, and Islander gave me a good summary of laws (should be on an old thread). ...

You might try Island Empire Furniture, up on the hill behind the hospital (turn between the two medical buildings). Max

Paul - Very sorry to hear that you are departing! Irene and I have enjoyed knowing you, and we wish you all the best back on the mainland. We e...

John - I can tell you that it costs $13/ft at La Vida, but I think there is a waiting list. Max

Hey Paul - There is a lady in Tillet Garden (store back in the corner) that makes a really neat ceramic salt shaker that absorbs moisture and let...

Another 2 cents worth. My wife and I have lived in STT for about 2 years now, and have not seen much racism at all. We have seen our share of surly ...

My neighbor at Cowpet West is selling her car, and I have the key if someone wants to look at it. It's a Chrysler convertable (I don't know the year)...

I'm not a surfer, but I understand that Hull Bay on STT is good when there are north swells. Max

Teresa - Sorry we didn't make it! Had company this week, and didn't check the board. Next time! Max and Irene

Hi all = Anything new on planning for a get-together? Max

Irene and I are all for Pirate's Cove. Max

Rob - See the thread on VA Medical Clinic for some good info. No, I'm not familiar with fee basis for qualified military. Is that with regard t...

Rob - Regarding you question about military facilities, there is no base on any of the islands, but there is a small PX on STT (mainly for the Na...

I don't think any of the 3 have stateside branches - maybe Scotia? Quite a bit of discussion about roomates on some of the threads - keep your eyes p...

BTW, the theater on STT is up in Anna's Retreat next to Cost-U-Less.

Brandon - There are 3 banks down here: First Bank, Banco Popular (both out of Puerto Rico), and Scotia Bank (which I believe is Canadian). I us...

Sue - We do have fair, but limited, medical coverage. There are hospitals on STT and STX, but they are small and understaffed. My wife recentl...

Pamela - My regrets! Irene and I will be in St. Martin on the 17th, otherwise we would light up Glory B and join you. Maybe next year. Max