GOVERNOR UPHOLDS PRESS FREEDOM, TRANSPARENCY

Governor Daniel Pruce reaffirmed his commitment to supporting a free press and freedom of information while addressing the media in observance of World Press Freedom Day. In his remarks, the Governor stressed the integral role journalists play in ensuring transparency and accountability from governments, as well as upholding the democratic principles of free speech. The … Continued

BELLOWS INTERNATIONAL JOINS CARIBBEAN CELLARS BVI

Bellows international is now in the British Virgin Islands. They have proudly expanded over into the British Virgin Islands under the name Bellows International BVI. Bellows International has operated in the USVI for over 30 years and now quickly making an impact in the BVI, acquiring the Diageo portfolio which includes mega brands like Johnnie … Continued

PREMIER EXPRESSES CONFIDENCE IN RVIPF’S NATIONAL SECURITY STRATEGY

Premier Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley has conveyed his unwavering confidence in the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force’s (RVIPF) comprehensive four-year national security strategy, designed to combat crime effectively throughout the territory. Responding to queries posed by Opposition Leader Honourable Ronnie Skelton in the House of Assembly on Thursday, Premier Wheatley outlined the key components … Continued

PURE PROBLEMS DOMINATES BLAZERS WITH 22-0 VICTORY IN NATIONAL FAST PITCH LEAGUE

Pure Problems continued their impressive run in the 2024 Raymond “Mahassa” Mercer & Kathleen Fahie National Fast Pitch League as they delivered a resounding 22-0 victory over Blazers in a one-sided affair. Taking the field at the E. Walwym Brewley Ballpark, Pure Problems wasted no time asserting their dominance, scoring an impressive 14 runs in … Continued

WORLD PRESS FREEDOM DAY 2024

Today on May 3rd, 284Media joins the wider media fraternity in observing World Press Freedom Day.  World Press Freedom Day was proclaimed by the UN General Assembly in December 1993, following the recommendation of UNESCO’s General Conference. Since then, 3 May, the anniversary of the Declaration of Windhoek is celebrated worldwide as World Press Freedom … Continued

SENIOR CITIZENS’ MONTH COMMENCES WITH CELEBRATORY CHURCH SERVICE

The month of May heralds the beginning of Senior Citizens’ Month in the British Virgin Islands, as residents gathered on Wednesday, May 1, to mark the occasion with a special church service commemorating its 35th anniversary. Distinguished dignitaries, including Premier and Minister of Finance Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley, Deputy Premier Honourable Lorna Smith, Minister … Continued

BVI BRACES FOR WET WEEKEND RELATED TO TROUGH

The British Virgin Islands may be in for a bout of heavy rainfall over the next few days, as a trough sitting near the Territory enhances shower chances starting as early as Thursday night. According to a recent statement from the Department of Disaster Management (DDM), model data suggests the islands could see over 2 … Continued

CAREY OLSEN GIVES BACK TO COMMUNITY

This past week the office of Carey Olsen in the British Virgin Islands proudly gave back to the BVI Community. The agency said, “At the end of 2023, instead of making traditional gifts to our business clients, Carey Olsen (BVI) L.P. opted to make donations to five remarkable local charities chosen by our staff from … Continued