The Government of the Virgin Islands recently celebrated another milestone in the ongoing Housing Recovery Assistance Programme, with the completion of a new social home for Jost Van Dyke resident, Mr. Carlton Hendricks. The home was officially handed over by the Minister for Health and Social Development, Honourable Vincent O. Wheatley, who emphasized the impact … Continued
The British Virgin Islands (BVI) netball team secured a commanding victory over World Netball’s newest full member, St. Eustatius, in their opening match of the Battle of the Saints tournament on Thursday, October 24. The game, held at the LB Scott Sports Auditorium in St. Maarten, saw the BVI team dominate Statia with a final … Continued
Former Speaker of the House of Assembly and Third District resident, Julian Willock, along with his Third District Committee, has announced the return of the annual Third District Job Fair, slated for Sunday, October 27, 2024. The event will be held from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM on the grounds of Therapy Works at Hanna … Continued
The 2024 Unite BVI KickStart BVI Small Business Loan Programme launched in July 2024 and continues development with an exciting and successful evening of mentoring. On Friday October 11th, 2024 at Seven at the Pier 23 small business applicants had an opportunity to provide a one-minute elevator pitch aimed at selling their business to perspective … Continued
The BVI Cancer Society has made a significant contribution to the fight against cancer in the Virgin Islands by donating a state-of-the-art MRI Injector machine to the BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA). The donation, made in honour of the late Kirima Shameka Forbes, was presented during a heartfelt ceremony on Friday, October 18, at the … Continued
In response to ongoing concerns raised by the Virgin Gorda community regarding healthcare delivery, the Ministry of Health and Social Development and the BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) have implemented significant updates to services at the Nurse Iris O’Neal Clinic. During a recent meeting with residents, several issues were highlighted, prompting the government to prioritize … Continued
Miss Royal Virgin Islands Police Force, Tresand Sharpe, is set to represent the territory as contestant number 1 in the Caribbean Federation of Police Welfare Associations’ (CFPWA) True Blue Beauty Pageant. The pageant takes place this Friday in Antigua and Barbuda. In an interview with 284 Media’s Jhaka Wooding, Sharpe reflected on her journey leading … Continued
The British Virgin Islands (BVI) is proudly represented at the Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Men’s Tournament, currently underway in Antigua and Barbuda. The tournament, which runs from Wednesday, October 23 to Sunday, October 27, marks the first time since 2018 that the BVI is competing at the senior men’s level in the prestigious … Continued
Following Honourable Julian Fraser’s political realignment, the Virgin Islands Government has undergone a minor cabinet reshuffle, shifting the responsibilities of several key ministries and departments. Fraser’s entry into Premier Natalio Wheatley’s administration has resulted in a number of adjustments. Fraser has been appointed as the new Deputy Premier and will oversee a revamped Ministry portfolio, … Continued
In a statement to the public during a press conference on Wednesday, October 23, Hon. Lorna Smith addressed her unexpected removal from her roles as Deputy Premier and Minister for Financial Services, Labour, and Trade. Premier Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley had dismissed Smith just hours earlier, citing his loss of confidence in her supporting … Continued
