A man is in stable condition at the Dr. D Orlando Smith Hospital after being shot in Baughers Bay on Saturday night. The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) confirmed the incident in a media release on Sunday, detailing that it occurred near the Omar Hodge Fishing Wharf on July 27, 2024, shortly after 9:00 … Continued
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has identified the deceased male found in a dinghy near Great Camanoe on Saturday, July 27, as 29-year-old Jamal Freeman of Long Look. The RVIPF confirmed Freeman’s identity in a media release on Sunday, stating that his family has been notified and is receiving support during this difficult … Continued
An early morning shooting on Sunday, July 28, 2024, has tragically claimed the life of a man near the Road Town Market Square. The incident occurred under circumstances that are still under investigation. According to initial reports, the victim was seated inside a vehicle when the attack took place. The man was gunned down in … Continued
The territory’s efforts to bolster its disaster preparedness face a setback as construction of a new Department of Disaster Management (DDM) headquarters stalls, Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley revealed recently. Speaking at a press briefing, Wheatley expressed frustration with the project’s slow progress. Wheatley hinted at tensions between project management and contractors but assured reporters that … Continued
Demolition crews began work last week on the Sir Rupert Briercliffe Hall, a once-prominent cultural centre that has stood abandoned for nearly a decade. The structure, funded by its British namesake philanthropist in the 1980s, had fallen into disrepair, becoming an eyesore in the heart of Road Town. Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley, addressing reporters last … Continued
The highly anticipated 2024 Calypso Monarch competition is set to return on Saturday, July 27, after a three-year hiatus. This event will be a highlight of the 70th Emancipation Festival celebrations on Tortola, marking a significant moment in the island’s cultural calendar. In the lead-up to the event, 284 Media conducted interviews with key figures … Continued
Representing the British Virgin Islands (BVI) with grace and poise, Mrs. Amor James Ibechem and Mrs. Surbhi Williams recently showcased their talents at the prestigious Mrs. Globe pageant held in Palm Springs. The two remarkable women, who also serve as ambassadors for the WINBVI foundation, returned home with various awards and accolades, highlighting their achievements … Continued
The Virgin Islands Heritage Committee has announced the return of the Annual Emancipation Service and march, scheduled to take place on Sunday, August 4, 2024. The event, a significant cultural and historical occasion, will be held at the historic Sunday Morning Well—the very site where the Emancipation Proclamation was read to enslaved people, marking a … Continued
The British Virgin Islands will proudly showcase its national pride at the Paris Olympic Games as Thad Lettsome and Adaejah Hodge serve as flag bearers during the opening ceremony. This marks the first time the ceremony will take place outside a stadium, with a unique 3.7-mile parade along the Seine River in Paris, starting at … Continued
The 2024 Xmas in July event drew record-breaking crowds to Virgin Gorda on Saturday, July 20, with over 5,000 attendees reported. Tomas Dardet, BVI Tourist Board Representative for the Puerto Rico Market, confirmed the turnout during an exclusive interview with 284 Media at the event. While definitive numbers are pending, Dardet noted that the presence … Continued
