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Topics: 77 / Replies: 2860
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Re: Sahara Dust

The haziness is very similar to what I was used to living in Toronto about 20 years ago.

11 years ago
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Re: Gun permit/ concealed?

You might as well sell your gun before you get here. Unless you own a business or have another very compelling reason, its highly unlikely that you wo...

11 years ago
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Re: INCOME TAXES

Its just a game that they play with your money. You don't have to play though. Make sure you owe them at the end of the year. The 4% interest they pay...

11 years ago
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Re: Sales tax

East Ender is correct, we have a mutli layer hidden sales tax that equates to about 15%. Not to mention the import duty that is paid twice in the VI.....

11 years ago
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Re: INCOME TAXES

Since the GVI is basically insolvent now, don't hold your breath waiting for 2014's refund. The best thing is to ensure you owe them a few dollars at ...

11 years ago
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Re: Sahara Dust

I'm so used to Saharan dust now that I rarely ever notice it.

11 years ago
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Re: StX Restaurant Ratings

Ah Vinnies...we used to go there every week for pizza.

11 years ago
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Re: WAPA Warned: Change or Face Catastrophe

The federal 30% rebate expires in 2016...better hurry because that rebate will never be offered again by the feds (especially not republicans). T...

11 years ago
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Re: Getting tough!

Pretty generous curfew. That type of curfew would not be suitable for all children of those ages. IMO. What's a 12-15 year old got to do out until...

11 years ago
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Re: StX Restaurant Ratings

JohnnyU...Your assessments are bang on!!!!

11 years ago
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Re: Mortgage lenders on STX

Stay away from ScotiaBank...they suck.

11 years ago
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Re: Getting tough!

The only curfew I would subject my children to is the curfew I decide is right for them, not the police. Although my youngest is now 18, she has never...

11 years ago
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Re: WAPA Warned: Change or Face Catastrophe

Nothing new here. I'm certainly glad I've gone to solar power though.

11 years ago
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Re: STX boat ramp

No problem...my boat is a 27'!

11 years ago
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Re: Which island??

Yes, St. Thomas sounds best for you. St. Croix is only for quiet people who don't go out often! (Just kidding...)

11 years ago
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Re: STX boat ramp

Yes, there are a few public launch facilities. You can launch from St. Croix Marine or Bryan's Marine in Gallows Bay but they will charge you. There i...

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Re: SENATE REVIVES FERRY SERVICE BETWEEN ST. CROIX AND ST. THOMAS, MEASURE HEADS TO RULES COMMITTEE

In my opinion, the government ferry will be a decade or more in the future if it every becomes a reality. Whereas, if Mosler is to be believed, his wi...

11 years ago
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Re: Safe places to live on St. Croix

We will be leaving next month. OMG! What a story. I'd be leaving too if all that had happened to me. I hope things improve for you in the future....

11 years ago
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Re: Dental Hygiene Jobs

I have heard that it is very hard for dental hygienist to "get busy" there. I have heard one say, "due to "island time" no one makes oral hygiene visi...

11 years ago
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Re: My first run in with VIPD

A nice ending to the story....

11 years ago
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Re: Car wash in STX???

There is a reputable car wash just past Savant on your way to Gallows Bay. Its in the same lot as Miriam's Mexican place with the outdoor bar. My wife...

11 years ago
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Re: Schools on STX

Stone House is a great place.

11 years ago
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