With an aim to expand the way they deliver their news to the community, the Bermuda Broadcasting Company is continuing to live stream their evening news programme online for viewers both on the island and abroad. The live video will begin at 7.00pm, and play to 7.30pm, and then the replay will be available: Related Stories 30 Minute Video: October... Read more of this article
In two separate incidents, a 35-year-old man “suffered a suspected stab wound to the upper torso,” and a 52-year-old man was reportedly assaulted with a machete. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before 1:00am on Sunday, October 13, 2024, police responded to a reported assault at the Zen Lounge, Somerset Road, Sandys Parish. Upon... Read more of this article
Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors Tinee Furbert held a press conference this morning [Oct 14] to discuss the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities [UNCRPD]. Minister Furbert’s full statement follows below: Good morning to my differently abled community and Bermuda, Thank you to all who have gathered... Read more of this article
“Resurfacing the entire island is a monumental task that requires considerable investment. We are dedicated to making steady progress,” said Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch. “Our goal is to improve Bermuda’s roads for the safety and convenience of all who use them,” he stated. Minister Burch continued: “Paving... Read more of this article
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[Updated] The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 17-year-old Tyrah Parris. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is appealing for the public’s assistance in locating 17-year-old Tyrah Parris. “She is described as brown complexioned, 5 feet 2 inches tall of slim build, weighing... Read more of this article
[Written by Stephen Wright] Nadia Arandjelovic Laws’ ambition to be the “master of her fate” and take greater control of her life led her to leave Bermuda with her young family two years ago and relocate to Bali, Indonesia. Ms Arandjelovic Laws had long dreamed of becoming a digital nomad. However, she admits the lifestyle often felt out of reach,... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Junior Badminton Tournament was held on Saturday [Oct 12]. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Junior Badminton organised the first ever national tournament to encourage players across the island to compete in badminton and grow the popularity of the sport. “The 2 day tournament was held at Somersfield Academy and was organised by... Read more of this article
Crowds of enthusiastic spectators filled the Flora Duffy Stadium on Saturday [Oct 12], as the Bermuda national football team faced Dominica in the Concacaf Nations League, with local fans coming out to support the team, with the energy from the fans growing even stronger as the Bermuda team secured an impressive 6-1 victory. Related... Read more of this article
“Together, we can build a society where every person has the dignity of a home and the opportunity to thrive,” declared the Minister of Youth, Social Development, and Seniors Tinee Furbert at Friday’s Homelessness Conference, emphasizing the need for urgent and collective action in addressing homelessness on our island. A Government spokesperson... Read more of this article
This past weekend saw the Bermuda football team claim a 6-1 victory over Dominica, Mount St. Agnes Academy annual bazaar, the Junior Badminton Tournament and various other community and sporting events. Links to our weekend coverage are below, click to view more. News/Misc: Webson & Carvelli-Astwood Earn PSEA Award Police Service: Residents... Read more of this article
Mount Saint Agnes Academy [MSA] held its annual bazaar on Friday [Oct 11] and Saturday [Oct 12] with a Carnival theme, offering activities like face painting, a photo booth, an inflatable slide, Bingo, baked goods, refreshments, and many fun family games. Related Stories Photos & Video: Mount Saint Agnes Bazaar Photos:... Read more of this article
Christopher Webson and Helena Carvelli-Astwood from Department of National Drug Control [DNDC] earned the Public Service Excellence Award [PSEA] for September. “As we continue to prioritise social investments, the dedication demonstrated by Mr. Webson and Ms. Carvelli-Astwood is crucial to ensuring our public officers feel confident and equipped... Read more of this article
Nahki Wells scored a hat-trick to help the Bermuda national football team defeat Dominica 6-1 in the Concacaf Nations League at the Flora Duffy Stadium yesterday [October 12]. Knory Scott, Zeiko Lewis and Jai Bean also found the net for coach Michael Findlay’s side. Wells, playing his first game for Bermuda since March last year, struck in the ninth,... Read more of this article
Local residents interested in a career in law enforcement are encouraged to apply for the post of Constable with the Bermuda Police Service [BPS]. A police spokesperson said, “Local residents who are looking for a career in law enforcement, with a desire to represent our community and assist in ‘Making Bermuda Safer’, are encouraged to apply for... Read more of this article
News that the Bermuda football team defeated Dominica by a score of 6-1, Daren Bascome received a 2024 AIGA Boston Fellow Award, and Appleby welcomed Skye Burrows, Mya Gibbons, and Akira McDonald to its legal trainee programme were all some of the positive news stories from the past week. In additional good news, Bermudian footballer Jasmine Spence... Read more of this article
With an aim to expand the way they deliver their news to the community, the Bermuda Broadcasting Company is continuing to live stream their evening news programme online for viewers both on the island and abroad. The live video will begin at 7.00pm, and play to 7.30pm, and then the replay will be available: Related Stories 30 Minute Video: October... Read more of this article
Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors Tinee Furbert held a press conference this morning [Oct 14] to discuss the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities [UNCRPD]. Minister Furbert’s full statement follows below: Good morning to my differently abled community and Bermuda, Thank you to all who have gathered... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Karting Association’s inaugural race day saw exciting races and standout performances from top drivers. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Karting Association [BKA] ignited the engines and the excitement at its inaugural race day held at the Bermuda Motor Sport Park in St. Davids on Sunday. With a vibrant atmosphere and fierce... Read more of this article
The annual Round the Sound Swim saw participants battle through the waters of Bermuda this weekend, with swimmers competing across distances from 0.8K to 10K. Tyler Smith emerged as the overall champion in the 6K event, while Katherine Wheddon led the 4K race, showcasing determination and stamina in one of the island’s most anticipated aquatic... Read more of this article
The Swan’s Charity 5K race is set to take place on Sunday, October 20 at John Smith’s Bay, supporting the Crossroads Warriors Community Club. A spokesperson said, “This weekend is the Swan’s Charity 5K race – Sunday, Oct. 20, 2024. This race runs along the scenic route of South Shore and Harrington Sound Road, starting... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Football Association announced a new schedule for recently postponed matches. A spokesperson said, “The FA Cup Preliminary matches postponed from Friday, October 11th will take place Monday, October 14th at Goose Gosling Field. 7:00pm – R Hood vs Young Gunz SFC 9:00PM – Tuff Dogs vs Vasco “Take note of the teams... Read more of this article
Arch Capital Group Ltd. appointed Nicolas Papadopoulo as CEO and Board member, effective immediately, following Marc Grandisson’s retirement. A spokesperson said, “Arch Capital Group Ltd. [NASDAQ: ACGL, Arch, our or the Company] today announced that Nicolas Papadopoulo has been named Chief Executive Officer and is joining the Board of Directors... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX] hosted a ceremonial ‘Ring the Bell for Financial Literacy’ event as part of the World Federation of Exchanges’ [WFE] support for World Investor Week. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX], a wholly owned subsidiary of Miami International Holdings, Inc., hosted a ceremonial ‘Ring the Bell for... Read more of this article
Nadir Wade, the BELCO managing director of Bulk Generation, said the “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] hosted a successful Apprenticeship Programme Open House on Tuesday [October 8] with more than 100 attendees. The open house provided an information sharing session where anyone interested in applying for the programme could learn more... Read more of this article
[Written by Dale Butler] This “stirring Southern drama” received great reviews abroad and five stars and 100 roses from Bermuda audiences who have flocked to see this excellent full-length movie [1 hour 58 minutes], which was based on a true story. Produced by Bermuda’s own Wendy Tucker-Tannock, written and directed by Lynn Dow, with composer... Read more of this article
Mount Saint Agnes Academy [MSA] held its annual bazaar on Friday [Oct 11] and Saturday [Oct 12] with a Carnival theme, offering activities like face painting, a photo booth, an inflatable slide, Bingo, baked goods, refreshments, and many fun family games. Related Stories Photos & Video: Mount Saint Agnes Bazaar Photos:... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute’s [BUEI] Silver Screens series is set to continue with the showing of ‘She Came to Me’ on Tuesday, October 15 at 2.00pm in the Tradewinds Auditorium. A spokesperson said, “BUEI Silver Screens continues at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute with the screening of ‘She Came to Me’ on Tuesday,... Read more of this article
On October 3, the Bermuda Monetary Authority hosted its third annual Community Day, with over 200 staff volunteering for five charities in activities such as gardening and beach cleanup. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Monetary Authority [Authority or BMA] participated in its third annual Community Day event on Thursday, 3 October. This employee-led... Read more of this article
Appleby announced it retained its Planet Mark Business Certification for 2024, achieving a 37.2% reduction in carbon emissions and reaffirming its commitment to sustainability. A spokesperson said, “Appleby is pleased to announce that it has retained its Planet Mark Business Certification for a further year, reducing carbon emissions by 37.2%... Read more of this article
Roche Bermuda announced a $100,000 donation to BioQuest to support local genomics research and the conservation of Bermuda’s coral reefs. A spokesperson said, “Roche Bermuda, today proudly announces its $100,000 donation to BioQuest. This crucial funding will significantly enhance BioQuest’s infrastructure, and support its essential initiatives,... Read more of this article
In two separate incidents, a 35-year-old man “suffered a suspected stab wound to the upper torso,” and a 52-year-old man was reportedly assaulted with a machete. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before 1:00am on Sunday, October 13, 2024, police responded to a reported assault at the Zen Lounge, Somerset Road, Sandys Parish. Upon... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Police Service is reminding the public to “securely lock their vehicles before leaving them unattended” after four cars with keys left inside were stolen over the past nine days. A police spokesperson said, “Between Sunday, 29th September and Monday, 7th October 2024, four cars were reported stolen. Three of those vehicles... Read more of this article
[Updated] The police are appealing for the public’s assistance in “locating a reported stolen car.” A police spokesperson said, “The vehicle involved, described as a grey Nissan Qashqai with licence plate 40639, was apparently removed from outside a Skyline Road, Smiths, residence sometime between 9:00pm Friday, 4th October and 9:15am... Read more of this article
The WeSpeak Teen Video Competition, themed “Girls’ Vision for the Future,” awarded Keante Simmons first place, with Zarah Siddiqi and Sophie Kulkarni in second and third. A spokesperson said, “The WeSpeak Teen Video Competition has concluded, and the outstanding young women of Bermuda have once again demonstrated their remarkable talent and vision.... Read more of this article
The MarketPlace announced the “successful implementation of state-of-the-art electronic shelf tags at its Harrington Hundreds store” A spokesperson said, “This innovative technology marks a significant step forward in The MarketPlace’s commitment to enhancing customer experience and operational efficiency. “The new four colour enhanced electronic... Read more of this article
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features an emoji made of pink sand giving a thumbs up on the beach. The design is available in two sizes; a Facebook profile cover image and also in a vertical format, ideally sized for use as a mobile phone wallpaper, WhatsApp status image or Instagram story. You can download both sizes below, and check... Read more of this article
On October 8, 2024, police found two abandoned vehicles in separate road traffic collisions in Smiths and Sandy’s, with no injuries reported. A police spokesperson said, “Around 1:25 a.m. on Monday, October 8, 2024 Police received a report of a single vehicle road traffic collision [RTC] on Middle Road, near the junction with Verdmont Road,... Read more of this article
[Updated] There is no access to Bermuda College this morning [Oct 9] the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “Please be advised there is currently no access to Bermuda College due to an industrial accident on the compound. There have been no reported injuries at this time. Police and Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service are on scene... Read more of this article
A 30-year-old male motorcycle rider was injured in a collision in Warwick this afternoon [Oct 7]. A police spokesperson said, “Around 1:25 pm on Monday, October 7, 2024, police and other first responders attended a serious single vehicle collision involving a motorcycle at the junction of Middle Road and Ten Pin Crescent, Warwick. “Upon arrival,... Read more of this article
