The CARILEC Resiliency and Energy Efficiency Project (CAREEP) has encountered some unforeseen delays which could impact the timeline within which the project intends to achieve its objectives. Speaking with 284News, CARILEC Chairman and General Manager of BVIEC Leroy Abraham explained that this was as a result of a low uptake of the initiative. “The roll … Continued
23-year-old Dimar Fredrick of Fat Hogs Bay has been slapped with several firearm related charges following a police operation in the Long Look area on Monday. This was confirmed by the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) which said the charges include “keeping a firearm without a license, unlawful possession of ammunition and common assault”. … Continued
While residents string up their Christmas lights this year, they are urged to be aware that the electricity bills they receive post holiday season will return to a 100% fuel surcharge cost, as consumption in the month of December is not covered under the Government’s current fuel surcharge subsidy. The clarification was made by General … Continued
Territorial at Large Representative Honourable Carvin Malone believes that the territory during the present Constitutional Review needs to go in the direction of political advancement. Malone’s comment on the matter came during a recent interview with 284News where he spoke of his concerns relating to some of the new provisions within this most recent Constitutional … Continued
Deputy Premier and Communications and Works Minister the Honourable Kye Rymer has called for greater consideration to be made to the social impact of alcohol use in the territory. Rymer spoke on the matter as he rose in support of the modernised liquor legislation before the House of Assembly. “When alcohol is not controlled or … Continued
The Ministry of Education will be expanding its PowerSchool information system to capture additional information that will further enhance the territory’s education ecosystem through technology. The announcement came from the Minister of Education Honourable Sharie De Castro during a recent sitting of the House of Assembly. She updated the members of the House on the … Continued
Mrs Globe BVI 2022 Dr. Arliene T Penn has made good on her promise to fund efforts to provide free Pap tests for eligible women in the Territory. On November 17th, Dr. Penn held a donation ceremony during which she presented cheques to the BVI Cancer Society and the WIN BVI Organisation. According to Dr. … Continued
Nidio Sanchez Amadot, a Linesman in his forties who was contracted by Digicel, has died as a result of an incident while at work on November 17th, 2022 in Paraquita Bay. Circumstances surrounding the incident are still unclear, however, sources have confirmed that he was on duty utilizing a ladder in Paraquita Bay. While suspicion … Continued
Health Minister Honourable Marlon Penn is urging residents to consider vaccinations and boosters as the COVID-19 virus along with other respiratory illnesses continue to impact the territory. Minister Penn made the appeal during Tuesday’s Sitting of the House of Assembly after disclosing that this year’s Influenza season is expected to be a very active one. … Continued
Two persons are presently in police custody following the seizure of two assault rifles, ammunition and a large quantity of money. This was confirmed by the Royal Virgin Islands Force in a media statement on Thursday which did not disclose the gender nor the names of the two persons who have been arrested. However, the … Continued
