District 3 Candidate Kevin “OJ” Smith believes that the Third District is the “next logical place for development” in the Virgin Islands especially as the Territory continues to expand its capacity in the Tourism Industry. He notes however that the district’s true potential can only be realised after a significant clean-up is undertaken. Smith spoke … Continued
The 50th BVI Spring Regatta and Sailing Festival which welcomed an estimated 71 boats from 13 countries across the world has been hailed as a “smashing success” and the best of the 50 festivals held to date. Kamal Haynes has the story.
Overseas Territories (OT) Minister The Rt Hon Lord Goldsmith has concluded that the implementation of the Commission of Inquiry (COI) Recommendations has been too slow. This was revealed by Governor His Excellency John Rankin as he presented the contents of a letter sent to him by the OT Minister in response to his most recent quarterly … Continued
Defending champions Synergy and Pirates both enjoyed victories in their opening games of the 2023 National Fastpitch League at the E. Walwyn Brewley Ballpark last weekend. Playing in the first game of the women’s division on Saturday April 1, Synergy defeated West End Warriors 7-2, with winning pitcher Javlyn Frett pitching 4 innings with 5 … Continued
The Committee to Elect Troy Christopher launched, their candidate, Troy E Christopher on Saturday 1st April. Residents of the second district came out, eager to hear his vision and ideas for the district. His message was one of prosperity and new creative ideas to engage all demographics within the community. The night began with prayer … Continued
Troy Christopher, Marieta Flax Headley and Melvin Turnbull discuss the issues and their plans for District Two as they vie to represent the people of the Second District. Ronn Grant caught up with Marietta Flax Headley. Jhaka Wooding caught up with Troy Christopher and Melvin Turnbull Just for the Record.
Independent Candidate for District 2 Troy Christopher believes that a major issue facing the Territory, and his district by extension, is the continued operation of Government Systems in an outdated, bureaucratic manner. While present as a guest on 284 Media’s Just for the Record Programme, Christopher said that if elected he would make it a … Continued
Minister for Natural Resources and Labour, District 2 Incumbent Hon Melvin M Turnbull faced the tough questions in a recent interview on 284 Media’s Just for the Record Programme. Among those, he was made to answer why issues in the Labour Department, which he strongly advocated during his time in the opposition, have endured his … Continued
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force has expressed gratitude to the public for their assistance in locating 14-year-old Jessica Lewis who was reported missing since March 31. Following the RVIPF’s appeal to the public on April 4, Lewis was reportedly located safe and unharmed to her parent. According to the police, Jessica prior to her … Continued
Athletes and officials from the British Virgin Islands have commenced their journey to the 50th CARIFTA Games in Bahamas which is scheduled to run over the Easter holiday, from April 7 to 10. Some of the delegation departed the territory on Tuesday via the Terrence B Lettsome International Airport, while others will depart the territory … Continued
