The Haynes Smith Youth Club has announced that its renowned Miss Caribbean Talented Teen Pageant will be held outside of St. Kitts for the first time in its 42-year history. The British Virgin Islands (BVI) will host the 42nd edition of the pageant on Sunday, December 29th, 2024, at the Multisports Complex in Road Town, … Continued
The Virgin Islands Inquiries Bill, 2024, introduced into the House of Assembly on Tuesday, has ignited fierce criticism from the Leader of His Majesty’s Loyal Opposition, Honourable Ronnie Skelton. Skelton lambasted the bill as the epitome of true dictatorship, voicing strong opposition to its provisions and questioning its compatibility with democratic principles. He expressed alarm … Continued
The Virgin Islands Inquiries Bill, 2024, introduced into the House of Assembly on Tuesday, has sparked significant controversy among lawmakers in the British Virgin Islands (BVI). The bill aims to repeal the antiquated Commissions of Inquiry Act Cap 237 of 1880 and establish a new framework for conducting inquiries into matters of public interest. Despite … Continued
Dirk Walters, the Events Manager at the British Virgin Islands Tourist Board, has officially resigned from his position. Walters confirmed his resignation in a brief statement to 284 Media on Wednesday, July 17, stating that he will not be providing any further comments on the matter “for now.” Walters was appointed as the Events Manager … Continued
Justice was served in the High Court on Friday, July 12, 2024, as Rohan Williams was found guilty on both counts for the murder and rape of Lenia Green, an incident that shocked the Georges Northside community in 2019. Five years later Williams’ conviction marks the culmination of relentless efforts by the RVIPF and the … Continued
Virgin Islander D’Moi Hodge, the former Los Angeles Lakers guard, is making waves on the San Antonio Spurs Summer League team. Hodge delivered an impressive performance in his debut game against the Atlanta Hawks on Sunday, leading the Spurs to a narrow 3-point victory. Coming off the bench, Hodge played for 20 minutes and recorded … Continued
In their second night at the ‘Battle of the Fittest’ (BOTF) Basketball Tournament in Dutch St. Maarten, the Virgin Gorda Bayside Blazers secured another impressive victory, this time against the United States of America Team. The game took place on Monday, July 15, 2024, at the LB Scott Sports Auditorium in Philipsburg, the capital city … Continued
New homeowners, Ms. Lady Rawlins and Ms. Mary Caul both have received the keys to their brand new homes as part of the Government of the Virgin Islands Housing Recovery Assistance Programme. Minister for Health and Social Development Honourable Vincent Wheatley said today is another fantastic day to give thanks for. We are able to … Continued
It was one of the most highly anticipated games as the ‘Battle of the Fittest’ (BOTF) Basketball League kicked off in Dutch St. Maarten which runs from July 14 to July 20, 2024. The games are played at the LB Scott Sports Auditorium in Philipsburg, the capital city of Dutch St. Maarten. Team Virgin Gorda … Continued
On Sunday, July 14, eight residents from Anegada were elected to serve on the new Anegada Land Development Advisory Committee for the term 2024 to 2027. The election saw a healthy turnout as residents voted from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The votes were subsequently counted, and the successful candidates were announced. In the 18-29 … Continued
