BVI laser sailor Thad Lettsome says one of his main goals at the 2023 Pan American Games in Santiago, Chile, is to deliver a good enough performance to qualify the territory for the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, France. Lettsome is set to compete in the ILCA Men’s Laser Sailing event from Saturday, October 28 … Continued
The Honourable Marlon Penn, Representative for the 8th District, has raised concerns about whether Premier Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley is disconnected from the daily struggles of many Virgin Islanders who are finding it difficult to make ends meet in the current economy. Penn voiced these concerns at a recent press conference held by His … Continued
On Wednesday, His Majesty’s Loyal Opposition held a press conference to express their concerns about various issues impacting residents, visitors, and the Territory as a whole. The Honourable Ronnie Skelton, Leader of the Opposition, spearheaded the discussions that day, providing an overview of the most pressing matters. Skelton’s opening statement quickly evolved into a call … Continued
President of the BVI Olympic Committee (BVIOC) Mr. Ephraim Penn has praised the four athletes who are representing the territory at the 2023 Pan American Games in Santiago, Chile. During a recent interview with 284 Media’s Kamal Haynes, Penn said his Committee is extremely proud of the sacrifice made by the athletes at the 19th edition … Continued
Thirty (30) public officers have completed a Preventative Maintenance Training, provided through the Virgin Islands Public Service Learning Institute (VIPSLI). The training is the product of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) inked in July with the H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC). Through the MoU, the institute and the HLSCC will partner to deliver critical … Continued
Various communities across the territory have been experiencing an increase in mosquitoes which have been causing havoc in homes, schools and places of work. Following several reports of complaints from residents to our news desk, 284 Media reached out to the Chief Environmental Health Officer (CEHO), Mr. Lionel Michael, to learn about how his department … Continued
Members of the community are growing increasingly critical of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force with some going as far as to call for Commissioner of Police Mark Collins to step down from leading the RVIPF in the interests of credibility. At the heart of the force’s newest controversy is an email sent by Police … Continued
The Cyril B. Romney Tortola Pier Park has announced its intention to be the choice of celebration for residents and visitors to the Virgin Islands as they ring in the new year. On Sunday, December 31st, “Old Year’s Night”, Cyril B Romney Tortola Pier Park Ltd. will host its inaugural New Year’s Eve Celebrations under … Continued
The question on the minds of some residents has been why are some of the big names from the British Virgin Islands not present at the 2023 Santiago Pan American Games representing the territory. The Pan Am Games is considered to be the biggest multisport competition in the region for athletes, with this year’s Games … Continued
The Safe Haven Transitional Centre MH&SD is appealing to the public for their support with their first Thanksgiving Food Drive for vulnerable members of the Virgin Islands. The Food Drive purpose is to assist with restocking the Family Support Network (FSN) food pantry for Thanksgiving. The Food Drive is currently ongoing and will end 17th … Continued
