The British Virgin Islands Hong Kong Representative Office of the Virgin Islands is pleased to announce that applications for the 2026/2027 Taiwan Government Scholarships are now open to Virgin Islanders and Belongers. The scholarships, which are being backed by Taiwan’s Ministry of Education, are prestigious scholarship offerings with an opportunity to pursue full degree programmes … Continued
At least two homes were gutted in an early morning fire in the Purcell area on Wednesday, February 25th according to residents who spoke with 284 Media at the scene. Residents said the blaze began at a house located toward the back of the area before spreading to a neighbouring home situated in front of … Continued
The Virgin Gorda Easter Festival Committee has announced Avanell “Clarkie” Morton as the honoree for the 59th Virgin Gorda Easter Festival. The committee said Morton embodies this year’s theme: “A Legacy to Explore and a Culture to Adore: Celebrating 59 Years and So Much More!” Organisers noted that Morton has made significant contributions to the spirit, pride and … Continued
General Manager of the BVI Electricity Corporation Neil Smith says the corporation has a solid strategic plan and adequately skilled technical and managerial staff, but is it severely financially strapped. Smith told the Standing Finance Committee that the Corporation is in this position because base electricity rates are more than 40 years old and the … Continued
The Government of the Virgin Islands through the Road Town Partnership (RTP) Committee and the Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) is pleased to announce the launch of the Roundabout National Monument Design Competition. This is a national call for innovative, culturally reflective, and enduring monument concepts to anchor one of our Territory’s most prominent public spaces directly … Continued
A United States Coast Guard helicopter was called in Sunday morning to evacuate a cruise ship passenger from a ship in Road Harbour following a medical emergency. Several members of the public reported seeing the helicopter operation and expressed curiosity about the activity. Following the incident, Phil Aspinall of Virgin Islands Search and Rescue (VISAR) … Continued
The world is mourning the passing of Jesse Jackson, the renowned United States civil-rights leader, minister and political activist, who died peacefully on Tuesday morning, February 17, 2026, at the age of 84, surrounded by family. In a statement following his passing, the Jackson family said: “Our father was a servant leader — not only … Continued
Inmates at the Prison in Balsam Ghut recently displayed their creativity at the First Annual Drama Exhibition, which Prison officials say underscored its continued commitment to rehabilitation and positive transformation within the correctional system. The event brought together three groups of inmates: juvenile inmates Makori Stevens, Taheem Robinson, Deondre Fitz, and Demari Samuel; female inmate … Continued
Road rehabilitation works are currently being carried out in the vicinity of Enis Adams Primary School. According to a bulletin issued by the Ministry of Communications and Works, the project focuses on the junction at the foot of the hill leading down from Enis Adams Primary School in the Meyers area. The works are scheduled … Continued
Frustration over what lawmakers described as an overly bureaucratic and intimidating public assistance system was highlighted during deliberations of the Standing Finance Committee on the 2026 Budget, with members pressing for urgent reforms to simplify access for vulnerable residents. The debate centered on the six-page application form used by the Territory’s Social Development Department, which … Continued
