British Virgin Islands-born athlete Khybah Dawson has etched his name in the annals of New Mexico Junior College’s track and field history, clinching the individual national championship in the long jump at the 2024 National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Indoor Track & Field Championships. In a thrilling competition, Dawson initially trailed Raekwon Weatherspoon of … Continued
In the wake of a targeted operation executed by the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) on Friday, March 1, three individuals have been charged in connection with the discovery of firearms, ammunition, and drugs in Purcell Estate, Tortola. They are Seantroy Hanley, 36, Jahkeema Charles, 32, and Quentin Noel, 19. Hanley and Charles, both … Continued
In a targeted operation on Friday, March 1, officers of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) executed a successful search in the vicinity of the basketball court in Purcell Estate, Tortola which resulted in the seizure of guns, ammunition and drugs. The RVIPF confirmed that during the search, law enforcement officials discovered two firearms, … Continued
In a bid to enhance transparency and accountability within the British Virgin Islands, the Constitutional Review Commission has put forward crucial recommendations, urging the implementation of freedom of information provisions through dedicated legislation. The Commission in its recently published report noted that the issue relating to the absence of freedom of information legislation was underscored … Continued
The British Virgin Islands Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) is fortifying its operational resilience with the implementation of the Business Continuity Support Project, aimed at ensuring uninterrupted service during extreme recurrent disasters in the territory. Kelvin Eubanks, Information Technology Manager at BVIEC, highlighted the significance of the initiative in a recent interview with 284 Media. The project … Continued
The Islanders Football Club extended their winning streak to four games, overwhelming Old Madrid FC last Sunday with a commanding 5-0 triumph at the Greenland Football Field. The Islanders dominated with goals from Sheldon Harry (2nd, 45th +1), Oswort Holder (42nd), and Antonio Rodney (90th +1) with an own goal adding to the scoreline … Continued
In a stellar performance, Azarni Callwood proved to be the driving force behind the British Virgin Islands triumph against Anguilla in the CONCACAF Under 20 Championship Qualifier on Thursday. Callwood’s hat-trick led the team to a convincing 3-1 victory at the Nicaragua National Stadium. The game saw Callwood opening the scoring in the 18th minute, … Continued
The British Virgin Islands Under 20 football team is poised for action as they gear up to face Anguilla this evening at 6:00 p.m. BVI time, marking the culmination of their journey in the CONCACAF Under 20 Championship Qualifier tournament. The team is riding high on a wave of confidence as they prepare to take … Continued
Residents are being put on notice of the government’s intent to address the growing issue of illegal development on Crown land. The Ministry of Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change in a government-commissioned media release on Wednesday, noted that the ministry in collaboration with the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force will be removing all derelict … Continued
The British Virgin Islands Under 20 football team secured their first victory in the CONCACAF Under 20 Championship Qualifier, staging a thrilling comeback against Belize on Tuesday at the Estadio Nacional in Managua, Nicaragua. The match hailed as the most exhilarating of the day, saw the BVI rebounding from their earlier defeats to triumph 4-3 … Continued
