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
In a major boost for the home team, BVI basketball sensation D’Moi Hodge is set to suit up for Team Tortola BVI at the upcoming King of the Courts Caribbean Championship tournament. The basketball event tips off this Thursday, April 4th and runs through Sunday, April 7th at the Multipurpose Complex in Tortola, BVI. Hodge … Continued
A catastrophic scene unfolded in the port city of Baltimore in the United States early Tuesday morning when a 948-foot Singapore-flagged container ship smashed into the four-lane Francis Scott Key Bridge, causing a portion of it to collapse into the Patapsco River below. The force of the impact sent cars and an unknown number of … Continued
In the wake of the shooting incident that occurred this past Friday, March 22nd, leaving one man injured, the National Security Council (NSC) convened an urgent meeting on Monday to address the matter. During the meeting, the Commissioner of Police provided an update on the condition of the victim, Jeron Romney, as well as the … Continued
Tonight, March 23rd, three contestants will take the stage for their chance at the title of “Miss Virgin Gorda Easter Festival 2024”. This is the final crown to be claimed in the royal court of the 57th Virgin Gorda Easter Festival. The three beauties recently touched base with 284 Media to share some details on … Continued
On Saturday, March 16th, four young children on the island of Virgin Gorda lit up the stage of the Jeffery Caines Arena for the return of the Virgin Gorda Easter Festival Pageant. The pageant was last held in 2017. The contestants were 7-year-old Tahjirah Walters, 8-year-old Anjela Nickie, 10-year-old Chelsie Dyer and 9-year-old Trevoa Stevens. … Continued
The Virgin Gorda Easter Festival Prince and Princess Show is gearing up to showcase some of the brightest young talents on the island this evening. At 6 pm the Jeffery Caines Sports Arena will come alive with energy, poise, and youthful exuberance as four contestants take the stage. Representing princesses are Contestant #1 7-year-old Tahirah … Continued
The Virgin Islands government is ramping up efforts to achieve greater food sovereignty and self-sufficiency, according to Junior Minister for Agriculture and Fisheries Hon. Karl Dawson. In a statement at a recent press conference Dawson outlined various ongoing plans and initiatives aimed at boosting local agricultural production and strengthening food security in the Territory. Key … Continued
ExxonMobil Guyana announced a new oil discovery on Friday, March 15, marking their first find of 2024 in the Stabroek Block offshore Guyana. The Bluefin well encountered a significant amount of hydrocarbon-bearing sandstone, indicating potential for future development. Drilled by the Stena Drillmax drillship in over 4,200 feet (1,294 meters) of water, the Bluefin well … Continued
The Caribbean tourism industry experienced a robust year in 2023, exceeding pre-pandemic arrival numbers by 0.8%, according to the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO). This positive trend marks a significant recovery for the region, driven by a surge in international arrivals and a revitalized hotel sector. Dona Regis-Prosper, Secretary-General of the CTO, delivered the “Caribbean Tourism … Continued
