The Virgin Islands National Archery in the Schools Program proudly announces the 2026 VI NASP National Championships, marking the 10th Anniversary of the program in the Territory. Venue: Multipurpose Complex and the A O Shirley Grounds, Road TownDate: March 8, 2026Time: 9:00 a.m. – Opening Ceremony This milestone event promises to be the largest championship … Continued
Operations resumed after a few hours at the TB Lettsome International Airport Wednesday night after an incident involving a Tradewinds Airlines aircraft. Managing Director of the BVI Airports Authority Kurt Menal told 284 Media that when the plane was about to take off, it blew out one of its tires. He said there was small … Continued
FirstBank has installed a new ATM at Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport in Tortola, British Virgin Islands (BVI). Located in the external area between arrivals and departures, the new machine not only provides added convenience for BVI residents and travelers, but it also shows FirstBank’s commitment to continue investing in the territory. “This installation reflects … Continued
The Ministry of Health and Social Development is advising the public of an increase in respiratory tract infections among young children across the Territory. Respiratory tract infections affect the nose, throat, airways, or lungs and are most often caused by viruses. These illnesses are common among young children whose immune systems are still developing and … Continued
A tourist was reportedly injured following a collision involving two taxis in the Cane Garden Bay area a short while ago. Reports indicate that the two taxis were travelling up the hill away from Cane Garden Bay when one driver allegedly attempted to overtake the other, ultimately leading to a collision. Images of the aftermath … Continued
The Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports officially launched Education Month 2026 on Monday, 2nd March during a Meet the Media Press Conference, setting the tone for a month of activities focused on strengthening the education system and advancing national development through learning. The press conference featured a panel comprising the Minister for Education, … Continued
Government is encouraging residents and stakeholders to submit comments and feedback on the proposed Sexual Offences Bill, 2025, as part of a Territory wide public consultation. The proposed Bill represents a comprehensive modernisation of the Virgin Islands’ sexual offences laws. It consolidates existing provisions and introduces updated measures to address rape and sexual assault, child … Continued
A delegation from the Virgin Islands represented the Territory at a five-day regional workshop held in Bridgetown, Barbados from 9 to 13 February. The workshop was themed “Building Climate Change-Resilient Water Management Systems.” Representatives included Ms. Atoya George from the Ministry of Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change and Mr. Dillon Robin from the Ministry … Continued
A United States Attorney Adam Sleeper says that on February 25, 2026, a jury found Nigel Cooper, 52, of the British Virgin Islands, guilty of possession of a counterfeit alien registration card, commonly known as a “permanent resident card.” District Court Judge Mark Kearney presided over the trial. Evidence presented during the proceedings showed that … Continued
The H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) will mark the highly anticipated return of its renowned Performing Arts Series on Saturday, 21 March 2026 with a headline performance by internationally celebrated Latin jazz artist Tito Puente Jr. at the Eileene L. Parsons Auditorium. For more than twenty years, the Performing Arts Series has served as … Continued
