The new Spirit of 1733 ferry arrived on St. Thomas Wednesday.


Construction began in November 2023 and was completed in March 2025, according to the Public Works Department.



The new Spirit of 1733 ferry arrived on St. Thomas Wednesday.


Construction began in November 2023 and was completed in March 2025, according to the Public Works Department.



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