Northwestern State Senior Diamante Gumbs had a successful showing in his first outdoor competition of the 2024 season at the McNeese Cowboy Relays in Los Angeles over the weekend, winning the Men’s Discus event and placing second in the Men’s Hammer. Diamante’s second attempt of 49.69 metres in the discus throw pushed him to first, … Continued
The repair works to the damaged incinerator at Pockwood Pond are nearing completion according to a recent update by the Honourable Vincent Wheatley, the Minister for Health and Social Development. Speaking during a recent sitting of the House of Assembly, Wheatley presented a comprehensive overview of the British Virgin Islands’ waste management initiatives, highlighting significant … Continued
British Virgin Islander Adaejah Hodge left spectators in awe at the New Balance Indoor Nationals on Sunday as she successfully defended her 200-metre title in a remarkable sub-23-second race. Representing Montverde Academy, Hodge delivered a stunning performance, crossing the finish line in an impressive 22.96 seconds. Hodge’s electrifying run not only secured her victory but … Continued
Deputy Premier and Minister for Financial Services Hon. Lorna Smith, OBE has reaffirmed the Virgin Islands’ commitment to rigorously implementing the recommendations outlined in its recent Mutual Evaluation Report (MER) published by the Caribbean Financial Action Task Force (CFATF). In a statement to the House of Assembly on Tuesday, Smith said the Government takes the … Continued
In celebrating International Women’s Day on March 8th, Minister for Health and Social Development Hon. Vincent Wheatley has paid tribute to the remarkable accomplishments of women in the Virgin Islands while reaffirming the Territory’s commitment to gender equality and empowerment. In a recent statement Wheatley extended warm wishes to all women in the BVI for … Continued
His Excellency Governor Daniel Pruce has revealed that the cocaine seized in Tuesday’s drug bust totals 1.8 tonnes at an estimated street value of $180 million. Governor Pruce congratulated the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) for their involvement in a joint operation on Tuesday, March 5 which led to the territory’s largest drug bust. … Continued
Head Coach of the British Virgin Islands National Under 20 Football Team, Clinton “Tinnie” Percival, has attributed the recent success achieved in the just concluded CONCACAF Under 20 Championship Qualifiers in Nicaragua, to the preparation that led up to the tournament. Team BVI finished the competition with a 50 percent win percentage after a tough … Continued
The Agriculture and Fisheries Exhibition and Market 2024 kicked off last weekend on the sister island of Virgin Gorda providing local businesses within the two industries the opportunity to have their products on display. 284 Media’s Kamal Haynes was on the ground and filed the following report.
The race for the 2023-24 National League Championship is heating up, with Wolues FC and the Islanders putting present league leaders Virgin Gorda United under intense pressure. Having won five from six games on one end and six consecutive games on the other, both teams are making their mark on the competition, with one point … Continued
The pristine natural beauty of Virgin Gorda has earned the island a well-deserved spot on Travel and Leisure magazine’s “15 Best Places to Travel in April” list. The article told readers that as the third-largest island in the BVI archipelago, Virgin Gorda offers a quintessential Caribbean escape with its pristine beaches, luxury resorts, national parks, … Continued
