VIWMA ADVISES ST. JOHN RESIDENTS FO REAR-LOADER TRASH COLLECTION DELAY

St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands – October 7, 2026 – The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority (VIWMA) advises St. John residents that rear-loader trash collection services scheduled for today, Wednesday, October 7, 2026, will be delayed.

The following areas are affected:

·       Wesselhoft Corner

·       Pastory

·       Grunwald

·       Adrian

·       Mammies Peak

Rear-loader trash collection services in these areas are expected to resume on Thursday, October 8, 2026.

VIWMA apologizes for the inconvenience and appreciates the patience and understanding of the St. John community as collection services resume.

For more information, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., or call 340-715-9100 for St. Thomas/St. John, or 340-712-4962 for St. Croix. Stay connected with VIWMA on Facebook, X, and LinkedIn for updates.

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09-07-2026

VIWMA PROVIDES UPDATE ON WASTE COLLECTION EFFORTS ON ST. THOMAS

St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands – The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority (VIWMA) continues its efforts to address waste accumulation at several bin sites on St. Thomas.

Solid Waste crews have been actively working since approximately 2 a.m. today to remove accumulated waste and improve conditions at affected locations. Cleanup efforts have already taken place at Raphune Hill, with crews completing work at Havensight before moving to Solberg, Black Point, Cancryn and Caret Bay.

Additional personnel from St. John are also being mobilized to assist with the cleanup. Crews are manually removing accumulated waste and using available equipment to reduce overflow and improve access to disposal bins. Operations are expected to continue throughout the day as crews work to make significant progress.

To further assist residents, extended operating hours at the Mandahl Convenience Center remain in effect. Residents may also use the Bovoni Landfill for household waste disposal.

Operating Hours:

Bovoni Landfill: Monday–Saturday, 6 a.m.–4 p.m.; Sunday, 6 a.m.–2 p.m.

Mandahl Convenience Center: Extended hours remain in effect. Monday–Saturday: 6 a.m.–8 p.m.; Sunday: 6 a.m.–4 p.m.

VIWMA asks residents to exercise caution around active cleanup locations, follow directions from onsite personnel, and anticipate temporary traffic or access delays while crews are working.

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10-06-2026

TRAFFIC ADVISORY: VIWMA SEWER LINE REPAIR TO IMPACT ACCESS ALONG DRONNINGENS

GADE (SEVENTH DAY STREET)

St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands – The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority (VIWMA) advises residents, businesses, and motorists that sewer line repairs will be conducted on Dronningens Gade (Seventh Day Street), in the vicinity of the L.C. Milliner Department Store, on Saturday, October 10, 2026, beginning at 8:00 a.m.

To safely facilitate the repairs, the roadway will be closed to through traffic. Access to the immediate area will be limited to residents and individuals who own or operate businesses within the vicinity.

Motorists are encouraged to avoid the affected area when possible and utilize alternate routes, including Prindsens Gade (Goat Street), Hospital Line near Lionel Roberts Stadium, and Norre Gade at the head of Pave Street.

Due to the nature of the repair work, an estimated completion time cannot be provided at this time. VIWMA will notify the public once repairs are completed and the roadway has reopened.

Drivers traveling near the work zone are urged to reduce their speed, proceed with caution, and follow all directions provided by VIWMA personnel and traffic control officers on site.

VIWMA apologizes for any inconvenience this work may cause and appreciates the community’s patience and cooperation as we continue efforts to maintain and improve the Territory’s wastewater infrastructure.

For more information, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., or call 340-715-9100 for St. Thomas/St. John, or 340-712-4962 for St. Croix. Stay connected with VIWMA on Facebook, X, and LinkedIn for updates.

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09-03-2026

VIWMA ADVISES RESIDENTS OF COLLECTION DELAYS AT ST. THOMAS BIN SITES

St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands - The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority (VIWMA) advises residents of collection delays at the following bin sites on St. Thomas, which may result in an accumulation of waste at these locations:

• Caret Bay

·        Black Point

·        Cancryn

·        Solberg

·        Raphune Hill

·        Havensight

·        Nazareth

·        Crown Mountain

VIWMA is actively working to address the situation and restore normal collection services as soon as possible. In the meantime, residents are encouraged to use the Bovoni Landfill or Mandahl Convenience Center for household waste disposal during the following operating hours:

Bovoni Landfill

·        Monday–Saturday: 6 a.m.–4 p.m.

·        Sunday: 6 a.m.–2 p.m.

Mandahl Convenience Center

·        Monday–Saturday: 6 a.m.–8 p.m. (Temporarily Extended Hours)

·        Sunday: 6 a.m.–4 p.m.

The extended hours at Mandahl Convenience Center are intended to provide residents with additional disposal options while collection delays are being addressed. Residents are reminded to avoid leaving waste outside designated bins and to exercise caution around areas where waste has accumulated.

We understand the inconvenience these delays may cause and appreciate the community's patience and cooperation as we work to resolve the issue. We remain committed to keeping the public informed and will provide updates as more information becomes available.

For more information, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., or call 340-715-9100 for St. Thomas/St. John, or 340-712-4962 for St. Croix. Stay connected with VIWMA on Facebook, X, and LinkedIn for updates.

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10-06-2026