Residents of the 3rd District and wider community are mourning the loss of stalwart 3rd District businessman Oswald ‘Ozzie’ Nibbs. ‘Ozzie’ as he was affectionately known worked in the hospitality industry across the Virgin Islands for decades until establishing his own business behind the Ellis Thomas Downs in Sea Cows Bay. Mr. Nibbs passed away … Continued
Excitement is in the air as the stage is set for an electrifying musical extravaganza at the upcoming One Virgin Islands Music Festival, scheduled to take place from June 28 to 29 at the picturesque Cane Garden Bay Beach. A star-studded lineup featuring renowned artists such as Tarrus Riley, Masicka, Proteje, Farmer Nappy, and Sistah … Continued
VISAR is gearing up to host another major event on its fundraising calendar. On April 19th, members of the public are invited to join the Virgin Islands Search and Rescue and the Governor for the Governor’s Gourmet Gathering. 284 Media recently caught up with VISAR Operations Manager Phil Aspinal for the details of this year’s … Continued
Minister for Health and Social Development Hon. Vincent Wheatley has urged the public to exercise greater sensitivity when it comes to sharing graphic images and videos of tragic incidents on social media platforms. He spoke during a recent sitting of the House of Assembly. Wheatley’s call comes in the wake of a recent drowning incident … Continued
Recently the Deputy Premier of the Virgin Islands Hon. Lorna G Smith OBE, during a press conference announced that she would be opening a district office on the sister island of Anegada and on Friday, April 12th, 2024, became the first elected representative to open a constituency office on Anegada. The At-Large representative who also … Continued
In a recent Facebook Post, Director of the Social Security Board of the Virgin Islands announced her retirement as of July 2nd, 2024. Mrs. Jeannette Scatliffe-Boynes has served as the Director of the Social Security Board for the past 3 years, and Deputy Director for 30 yrs. In chronicling her journey, an eager Scatliffe-Boynes … Continued
After languishing in disrepair since the devastating hurricanes of 2017, the Burt Point Waste Water Treatment Plant has been resurrected, signalling a significant stride forward in environmental conservation and public health. A ceremony held on Friday, April 12, marked the official recommissioning of the plant, attended by esteemed dignitaries and officials. Minister for Communication and … Continued
Competitive softball is set to reclaim its place across secondary schools in the Virgin Islands with plans already underway to extend the initiative to primary schools in the near future. The announcement came as a beacon of hope during the grand opening ceremony for the 2024 Raymond “Mahassa” Mercer & Kathleen Fahie National Fast Pitch … Continued
More than 20 government departments have updated their systems to provide online services, empowering residents to conveniently book appointments for various services from the comfort of their homes. The Office of the Deputy Governor confirmed this transformative development, highlighting the convenience and efficiency it brings to residents. Through the government appointment platform, appointments.gov.vg, individuals can … Continued
All public officers have officially transitioned to the new salary structure, marking a pivotal moment in the territory’s commitment to equitable compensation and professional development. The Department of Human Resources confirmed this achievement on Friday, announcing that 2499 public officers had been successfully converted ahead of the March 31 deadline. This conversion process follows the … Continued
