Puzzle the turtle is on a journey to recovery following a tragic incident that left her critically injured. Thanks to the Association of Reef Keepers (ARK) and the team at Canines, Cats and Critters she has a new lease on life. Our cameras captured her final few hours in Tortola, ahead of her journey to … Continued
VISAR is gearing up to host another major event on its fundraising calendar. On April 19th, members of the public are invited to join the Virgin Islands Search and Rescue and the Governor for the Governor’s Gourmet Gathering. 284 Media recently caught up with VISAR Operations Manager Phil Aspinal for the details of this year’s … Continued
Minister for Health and Social Development Hon. Vincent Wheatley has urged the public to exercise greater sensitivity when it comes to sharing graphic images and videos of tragic incidents on social media platforms. He spoke during a recent sitting of the House of Assembly. Wheatley’s call comes in the wake of a recent drowning incident … Continued
After languishing in disrepair since the devastating hurricanes of 2017, the Burt Point Waste Water Treatment Plant has been resurrected, signalling a significant stride forward in environmental conservation and public health. A ceremony held on Friday, April 12, marked the official recommissioning of the plant, attended by esteemed dignitaries and officials. Minister for Communication and … Continued
The Government of the Virgin Islands has announced a series of new appointments and reappointments to the Board of Directors of the National Parks Trust of the Virgin Islands. In accordance with the National Parks Act, 2006, the following appointments have been made: Clyde Lettsome has been appointed as a member and Chairman of the … Continued
The Virgin Islands Cabinet has approved the appointment of Mr. Kedrick Malone to serve as a ministerial adviser in the role of Governance Reform Delivery Manager and Chief Adviser to the Premier. In this position, Mr. Malone will also hold the title of Director of Strategy and Effectiveness for a three-year term spanning March 15, … Continued
The Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) has achieved another milestone with the successful completion of the Virgin Islands Law Enforcement Marine Base. This major infrastructure project will enhance safety, security and border protection capabilities in the Territory. Funded jointly by the Virgin Islands Government and the UK Government, the newly rebuilt Marine Base … Continued
A gruelling but inspiring rehab journey is unfolding for Puzzle, the green sea turtle who survived catastrophic injuries after being struck by a boat in February. An update posted to Facebook provided some insight 47 days into Puzzle’s recovery journey. The Association of Reef Keepers (ARK) rescued Puzzle and she defied the odds by pulling … Continued
The Sister Islands Programme Unit is actively recruiting Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) volunteers from Anegada, Virgin Gorda, and Jost Van Dyke, aiming to bolster disaster preparedness and response efforts across the British Virgin Islands. Mrs. Monel Nickie, Coordinator of the Sister Islands Programme, emphasized the crucial role of CERT volunteers in addressing community needs … Continued
Grammy award-winning audio engineer Donelle Smith, the first BVIslander to win a Grammy Award, has been honored with a new billboard erected in Road Town. Motorists and Pedestrians on Waterfront Drive can catch a glimpse of the billboard, celebrating Smith’s accomplishment which resulted from his work on the soundtrack of the record-breaking “Barbie” movie featuring … Continued
