The Agriculture and Fisheries Exhibition and Market 2024 kicked off last weekend on the sister island of Virgin Gorda providing local businesses within the two industries the opportunity to have their products on display. 284 Media’s Kamal Haynes was on the ground and filed the following report.
On March 2nd, 2024 three promising young ladies took the stage for their chance at the title of “Miss Teen Virgin Gorda Easter Festival”. They all put on exceptional performances. Results Miss Popularity : Contestant 1 Miss Congeniality : Contestant 2 Miss Photogenic : Contestant 3 Best Introduction : Contestant 2 Best Creative Cultural Wear: Contestant … Continued
The BVI Electricity Corporation has announced that there will be a power outage affecting several areas on Tortola today from 12 pm to 1 pm. The utility company stated that the temporary disruption in service is necessary as part of ongoing efforts to replace a blown transformer on the Long Swamp Ridge feeder. The outage … Continued
The League of British Virgin Islanders based in St. Thomas U.S. Virgin Islands has honored 5 individuals who have contributed to the fabric of the territory of the British Virgin Islands. The honorees at the annual Dr. Norwell Harrigan Memorial Scholarship Luncheon held in St. Thomas, United States Virgin Islands took place on Sunday March … Continued
The heart of the Virgin Islands will beat to the rhythm of tradition as the BVI Heritage Dancers announces their 45th-anniversary celebration. The special concert, titled “Preservation and Innovation,” will take place on March 17 at the Eileene L. Parsons Auditorium. Founder of the group, Eileene Parsons, OBE expressed her excitement, stating, “We are thrilled … Continued
Rhonda Victor-Pinnock, representing the British Virgin Islands, has been honored with the “Difference Maker” award at the ongoing Mrs. Globe Pageant in Hainan, China. The annual international competition celebrates the achievements and advocacies of married women from around the world. Pinnock was nominated in multiple categories including Best Mamma Body, Country Pride, Difference Maker, and … Continued
The Ministry of Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change has moved into Phase two of the Long Bay, Beef Island Beach Management Plan implementation. Phase two will involve the restoration of the sand dune with native trees, replanting the vegetation line with seagrape trees and establishment of a public picnic area. Environmental Officer in the … Continued
For the first time in the over a decade-long history of the BVI Olympic Committee’s Elite Athlete Programme, recently renamed the Tahesia Harrigan Scott Elite Athlete Programme, the programme has welcomed corporate sponsors in the likes of DLT Solutions, Clarence Thomas Limited (CTL), and Conyers. BVIOC Treasurer Mark Chapman made the announcement at a recent … Continued
Throughout the month of February, the British Virgin Islands has been abuzz with creativity as Creative Waves BVI, took center stage. Locals and visitors alike were invited to immerse themselves in the celebration of artistic expression, featuring over 73 talented artists and craftspeople from the BVI. One of the highlights of Creative Waves BVI was … Continued
The Rotaract Club of Tortola plans to host 150 young professionals in the Virgin Islands for its BVI Homecoming conference in June 2024. The Rotaract District 7020 conference dubbed BVI Homecoming is held annually in the country where the current leader of the Rotaract District is. It will take place from June 5th to 9th … Continued
