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
In a stellar performance, Azarni Callwood proved to be the driving force behind the British Virgin Islands triumph against Anguilla in the CONCACAF Under 20 Championship Qualifier on Thursday. Callwood’s hat-trick led the team to a convincing 3-1 victory at the Nicaragua National Stadium. The game saw Callwood opening the scoring in the 18th minute, … Continued
The British Virgin Islands Under 20 football team is poised for action as they gear up to face Anguilla this evening at 6:00 p.m. BVI time, marking the culmination of their journey in the CONCACAF Under 20 Championship Qualifier tournament. The team is riding high on a wave of confidence as they prepare to take … Continued
On Thursday, February 29, officers of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) uncovered eleven illegal immigrants at an abandoned building on Virgin Gorda. Following additional investigations, three more individuals were found at the same location, raising concerns that there may be others yet to be discovered. The RVIPF is now reaching out to the … Continued
Amid discourse in the Territory connecting recent criminal activity to a “sluggish economy,” Premier Hon. Dr. Natalio Wheatley has distanced the two issues. He cautioned the public not to perpetuate excuses that promote a narrative rationalizing the criminal lifestyle. Wheatley was responding to questions posed by Member for the 6th District Hon. Myron Walwyn during … Continued
Residents are being put on notice of the government’s intent to address the growing issue of illegal development on Crown land. The Ministry of Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change in a government-commissioned media release on Wednesday, noted that the ministry in collaboration with the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force will be removing all derelict … Continued
