This article was written by Student Reporter Recado Palmer, 17, of the Elmore Stoutt High School. Seven beautiful contestants are vying for the crown of Miss British Virgin Islands 2024, each promoting their platform and sharing their reasons for joining the pageant in a recent interview with 284 Media. Recado Palmer has the story.
This article was written by Student Reporter Recado Palmer, 17, from the Elmore Stoutt High School. Amia and Declean Wheatley, two young authors from the British Virgin Islands, have made significant strides in the literary world, publishing a total of four books between them over the past six years. In a recent interview with 284 … Continued
Shocking new details have emerged from the recent court documents filed on June 28th, 2024 in the case involving former Premier of the Virgin Islands Andrew A. Fahie. The court documents received by our newsroom follow Fahie’s recent conviction on drug and money laundering charges earlier this year. Fahie was found guilty on all charges … Continued
Caribbean Cellular Telephone Ltd (CCT) has taken a significant step towards enhancing the educational experience for students and faculty at the Willard Wheatley Primary School, by transforming the school to a Wi-Fi enabled campus. On Monday, May 27th, CCT successfully completed the installation of fiber internet services at the school, providing access to high-speed internet and … Continued
While His Majesty’s Loyal Opposition stands united with the Government of the Virgin Islands in its opposition to His Excellency Governor John Rankin’s bid for expanded powers, Tuesday’s press conference revealed fissures within the group regarding the best approach. Honourable Marlon Penn, Representative for the 8th District, advocated for unwavering collaboration, saying that the Opposition … Continued
Forty-six public officers living and working on Virgin Gorda have completed the Public Service 101 Course that will aid them in the successful execution of their duties. The public officers who serve in various departments all received vital information on the Government’s history and operations in the session held from November 7 to 9. Permanent … Continued
The Government’s Customer Service Care Centre has launched its live-chat feature, in an effort to ensure customers can easily access the Government’s services. The feature allows individuals to contact the centre through messaging, and receive instant support and is accessible through https://bvips.org. Permanent Secretary in the Office of the Deputy Governor, Mrs. Sharleen DaBreo-Lettsome, MBE … Continued
Director of Culture, Dr. Katherine Smith has lauded the “Remember My Name” performing arts production that honoured ten Virgin Islands heroes as a major success. Dr. Smith said the performance made an earnest call for Virgin Islanders to reflect on the significant contributions made by the ten recently designated heroes and their altruistic efforts towards … Continued
The Ministry of Education has announced that the students of the Jost Van Dyke Primary School have been temporarily relocated until their new school building is complete. Ministry officials met with the principal, staff and parents of the Jost Van Dyke Primary School on Thursday, November 2 to discuss suggestions for the relocation following which … Continued
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force has recently made several arrests related to drug possession and intent to supply, according to their latest arrest blotter. Police say that on the morning of October 28th, Jehkahlibbah Williams, an 18-year-old, was arrested and charged for unlawful possession of a controlled drug with intent to supply and unlawful … Continued
