Tonight 3 lovely contestants will take the stage at the Jeffery Caines Sports Arena for a chance at the title of “Miss Teen Virgin Gorda Easter Festival 2024”. 284 Media is in the building and will be bringing you the highlights all night long! We recently spoke with the contestants at the scenic Top of … Continued
In a targeted operation on Friday, March 1, officers of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) executed a successful search in the vicinity of the basketball court in Purcell Estate, Tortola which resulted in the seizure of guns, ammunition and drugs. The RVIPF confirmed that during the search, law enforcement officials discovered two firearms, … Continued
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has publicly acknowledged the receipt of a report, made after 2 pm on Friday, March 1, seeking assistance at the Elmore Stoutt High School Campus. Responding to the call, officers promptly arrived at the scene and initiated inquiries. The nature of the incident was not disclosed in the … Continued
In a bid to enhance transparency and accountability within the British Virgin Islands, the Constitutional Review Commission has put forward crucial recommendations, urging the implementation of freedom of information provisions through dedicated legislation. The Commission in its recently published report noted that the issue relating to the absence of freedom of information legislation was underscored … Continued
Our team recently paid a visit to the beautiful island of Virgin Gorda to catch up with the contestants of the Miss Teen Virgin Gorda Easter Festival Pageant, scheduled for March 2nd. Three contestants, Kai Jaanique Hendrickson-Smith, Jahzara Savary and Iyahna Creque are set to take the stage that evening kicking off at 7 pm … 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
Well known BVI resident Carlos Sutherland was on Thursday February 29th, 2024, shot dead in his homeland of Trinidad shortly after 5pm. Sutherland was at the time visiting family in Trinidad and was expected to return to the BVI on March 1st, 2024. The shooting incident which claimed Sutherland’s life took place at the home … Continued
The British Virgin Islands Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) is fortifying its operational resilience with the implementation of the Business Continuity Support Project, aimed at ensuring uninterrupted service during extreme recurrent disasters in the territory. Kelvin Eubanks, Information Technology Manager at BVIEC, highlighted the significance of the initiative in a recent interview with 284 Media. The project … Continued
The British Virgin Islands Tourist Board & Film Commission say they are excited to announce the “Taste of Virgin Gorda,” the second Food Fete event for the year, a spectacular culinary event that will take place at the Nail Bay Sugar Works Virgin Gorda National Park (Ruins at Nail Bay) on Saturday, 16th March, from … Continued
The Islanders Football Club extended their winning streak to four games, overwhelming Old Madrid FC last Sunday with a commanding 5-0 triumph at the Greenland Football Field. The Islanders dominated with goals from Sheldon Harry (2nd, 45th +1), Oswort Holder (42nd), and Antonio Rodney (90th +1) with an own goal adding to the scoreline … Continued
