The Virgin Islands Daily News, Dean Greenaway The British Virgin Islands has recorded its 39th COVID-19-related death since the pandemic began, but neither Health Minister Carvin Malone or any other BVI Health Services official has made a public announcement. The change was quietly noted on the Dec. 10 COVID-19 Dashboard, which shows the territory currently … Continued
As of December 10, there are currently 40 confirmed active cases of COVID-19. Persons who have tested positive and are having moderate symptoms of COVID-19 should know how to take care of themselves while at home. If you are feeling breathless, it can help to keep your room cool, turn on the air-conditioned unit or … Continued
The Ministry of Health and Social Development is inviting persons over the age of 65, essential workers, and immunocompromised individuals to pre-register for COVID-19 vaccine boosters. Acting Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Ronald Georges said that at this time the Pfizer vaccine is being prioritised for use as a third dose or booster. Persons seeking a … Continued
In a recent Facebook post, leader of the opposition Hon. Marlon A Penn has called for an end to gun violence following the death of Jaimez’ Stoutt. Penn said, “My heart aches to wake up to the news of yet another young man losing his life to gun crime in our beloved Virgin Islands. As … Continued
UPDATE The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has confirmed that one male was shot and killed during an incident at a popular nightclub on Tortola in the wee hours of Saturday morning. The RVIPF made the statement following an inquiry on the matter from our newsroom. They said, “Police can confirm that one man … Continued
Initial investigations from the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) have so far revealed that there were no other vehicles seen in the area prior to Wednesday night’s fatal motorcycle accident in West End, Tortola. The RVIPF made the disclosure in a media statement on Thursday December 9, as they revealed the name of the … Continued
The Taddy Bay Airport on Virgin Gorda will be undergoing a simulation exercise today Thursday December 9. The BVI Airports Authority (BVIAA) made the announcement to notify residents on the sister island of the simulation, in the event of any raised concerns. “The purpose of the exercise is to test the response of the personnel … Continued
Some 4040 doses of the Pfizer vaccine are scheduled to arrive in the British Virgin Islands on Monday December 13 once there are no shipment delays. This is according to Minister for Health and Social Development Carvin Malone, who made the disclosure during a recent interview with 284News. He said the Pfizer vaccines which are … Continued
On December 8, 2021, in the spirit of celebrating the Christmas holidays, the BVI Red Cross held its Christmas toy giveaway at various schools. Volunteers and staff dressed in Christmas costumes visited Eslyn Henley Richiez Learning Centre, Althea Scatliffe Primary School, and First Impression School. Students were allowed to pick a toy of their choice … Continued
A late-night hit and run tragedy in the West End community has resulted in the death of a young male motorcyclist. According to reports reaching our newsroom, the male motorcyclist was knocked off his scooter some time after 9pm by a motor vehicle which fled the scene. 284News knows the name of the deceased, however, … Continued
