Two pillars of the British Virgin Islands’ telecommunications landscape are celebrating major milestones this April. Caribbean Cellular Telephone Ltd (CCT) and BVI Cable TV, both locally-owned companies, are commemorating nearly four decades of service to the territory. CCT will mark its 38th anniversary on April 18th, 2024. Established in 1986 as the first cellular company … Continued
The British Virgin Islands celebrated a bronze medal at the 2024 CARIFTA Games in Grenada as 15-year-old sprinter Tiondre Frett raced to third in the Under 17 Boys 200-metre final, clinching the territory’s sole medal of the competition. Frett’s performance saw him surge across the finish line in a blazing time of 22.18 seconds, setting … Continued
The Dr. D Orlando Smith Hospital has announced a temporary suspension of all elective surgeries following ongoing challenges with its air conditioning (AC) system. The decision, aimed at addressing safety concerns and ensuring optimal patient care, was prompted by a system control software problem affecting the AC chilling unit. In a statement released to the … Continued
Sophia Emberson-Bain, a proud native of the British Virgin Islands, is making waves in the global film industry with her latest performance in the blockbuster movie “Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire.” Just three days after its highly anticipated release on March 29, the film surged to prominence as the third-highest-grossing movie of the year, … Continued
In a harrowing turn of events, a female minor has tragically lost her life after encountering distress while at sea in Savannah Bay, Virgin Gorda. Though awaiting official confirmation from the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force, reliable sources have disclosed to 284 Media that the minor was rescued from the ocean but succumbed despite efforts … Continued
For the month of March, Rotary Clubs worldwide celebrated Water Sanitation & Hygiene. The Rotary Club Sunrise of Road Town continues the plight through the emphasis on Hygiene by making contributions of water, Hand Sanitizers and Soap Dispensers to local Primary Schools throughout the territory. These donations will continue to ensure best practices in Health … Continued
The 51st BVI Spring Regatta and Sailing Festival is promising a captivating blend of exhilarating races, vibrant entertainment, and immersive BVI culture that aims to revive the community-oriented aura which made the event a pillar in the Caribbean sailing calendar. From April 1st to April 7th, sailors hailing from approximately 13 countries around the globe will … Continued
In a strategic move aimed at realizing her Olympic aspirations, star junior athlete Adaejah Hodge has opted to forego this year’s 51st CARIFTA Games in Grenada. The decision, announced by the President of the BVI Athletics Association, Steve Augustine, underscores Hodge’s pursuit of qualifying for the upcoming Olympic Games in Paris. During the unveiling of … Continued
International flights have once again resumed at the Captain Auguste George International Airport on Anegada. A release from the Ministry of Communication and Works revealed that the airport welcomed international flights from San Juan and St. Thomas on Saturday, March 23 via Fly BVI and Island Birds. Commenting on the resumption, Minister for Communications and … Continued
Youth and seniors in the BVI community will have access to free eye screening and eyeglasses compliments of the Lions Club of Tortola as it launches Phase Two of its Vision Screening Project: “Vision 24”, aimed at promoting eye health through the detection and correction of vision impairment of young people and the elderly in … Continued
