The stage is set for a thrilling FA Cup final as Virgin Gorda United (VG United) and Wolues FC prepare to clash on Sunday, July 28. Both teams secured their spots in the final with decisive semi-final victories, setting up an exciting showdown at the East End/Long Look football field. VG United earned their place … Continued
Creator and Host of ‘The Distinguished Gentleman’, Ronn A. Grant has chosen to honor 5 Virgin Islands Gentleman from various industries in honor of the 6th Season of the award winning talk show and podcast ‘The Art of a Distinguished Gentleman’. This year’s honorees are: Dr. Kedrick Pickering, Physician of the Year Mr. Jamalie Thomas, … Continued
Twenty illegal migrants were apprehended in the North Sound area of Virgin Gorda on Tuesday, July 23. The Department of Immigration confirmed the development in a media release which noted that the twenty captured persons are Haitian nationals. The group, consisting of twelve males and eight females, including three children, is currently undergoing intake processes … Continued
The recently concluded inaugural VI Top model has been hailed as a tremendous success. Recently founder and creator of VI Top model Erica Creque and winner Enya Glassgow, sat down with 284 Media to recap the event which provided local models with the opportunity to showcase their talents in the hope of gaining regional and … Continued
The Virgin Islands Heritage Committee is hosting the Annual Gospel Fest this Sunday, July 28, at the Festival Grounds from 7:00 p.m. Member of the VI Heritage Committee, Pastor Jovan Cline, sat down with 284 Media to speak on the upcoming event. Pastor Cline spoke on the amazing lineup of artists expected to take the … Continued
Despite delays in setting up the festival grounds, the 70th Emancipation Village is set to run as scheduled, beginning this Saturday with the return of the Calypso Competition, according to BVI Tourist Board Director Clive McCoy. The late start to preparations is believed to be partly due to a recent venue change that was later … Continued
The Government of the Virgin Islands will host the Eleventh Council of Ministers: Environmental Sustainability (COM:ES 11) of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States from July 24-25, focusing on the theme “From Aspiration to Focused Action.” As shared by Premier Hon. Dr Natalio Wheatley, the annual conference brings together environment and sustainability ministers from the … Continued
Adacia Adonis will be the first Miss BVI to reign over the entirety of the Emancipation Festival after being crowned historically early in the season, on Sunday, July 21st. She was among 7 contestants who put on an exceptional showing last evening. Here’s a look at the best performances in each category. The full pageant … Continued
The Virgin Islands Fire and Rescue Service responded to a vehicle fire on Bound Tree Road leading into Sea Cows Bay on Saturday afternoon, showcasing both their capabilities and the challenges they face due to limited resources. More in this report.
Premier Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley has announced significant progress in his government’s efforts to complete the Commission of Inquiry (COI) Recommendations, with approximately 80 percent of the tasks already accomplished. Premier Wheatley provided this update during a press conference on Friday, July 19. As of Thursday, July 18, out of the 131 actions derived … Continued
