The Skyport’s Great Bermuda Carol-Off event is taking place today [Dec 2] at the L.F. Wade International Airport and you can tune in and watch live below. We’re also posting live updates as the event unfolds, which you can see below. Your screen will automatically refresh with the latest updates: Related Stories Photos: Christmas Carol-Off... Read more of this article
This past weekend saw a bevy of activity, with the MarketPlace Christmas Parade and fireworks display, the Rockin’ Around the City Tree, Farmers Market, BHS Holiday Bazaar, Westmeath Christmas Fair, Northshore Medical Turkey Trot race and various other community and sporting events. Links to our weekend coverage are below, click to view more. News/Misc: Bermuda... Read more of this article
Fireworks are lighting up the sky at the Marketplace Christmas Parade this evening [Dec 1]. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Swan Pyrotechnics, a local Bermudian company run by Kyle Swan, provided the fireworks display. “We’re thrilled to have Swan Pyrotechnics on board to create a spectacular... Read more of this article
Last week, Bermuda “signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding [MOU] on Economic, Trade, and Technical Co-operation with the Republic of Ghana,” the Government said. A Government spokesperson said, “In a two-part process, the MOU was first signed in Ghana by the Honourable Abena Osei-Asare, Minister of State of the Ministry of Finance... Read more of this article
Recently, the Government of Bermuda and the Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] jointly hosted a Long Service Awards Ceremony honouring more than 200 public officers for their combined hundreds of years of dedicated service. A Government spokesperson said, “On hand to present the awards to dozens of public officers who have served 10, 15, 20, 25,... Read more of this article
[Updated with photos] The MarketPlace Christmas Parade is taking place this evening [Dec 1] in Hamilton and you can tune in and watch live below. Related Stories Aerial Photos & Videos: Christmas Motorcade Photos... Read more of this article
Westmeath Residential and Nursing Care Home hosted a Christmas Fair yesterday [Nov 30], featuring vendors, crafts, food, and entertainment including a visit from the Gombeys, with the event aiming to raise awareness for the care home and its recently relaunched Community Day Care program. Related... Read more of this article
More than 700 students from approximately 20 schools will compete in the second annual Great Bermuda Carol-Off at LF Wade International Airport. The three-day event, which starts tomorrow [December 2], will gather primary and secondary schools by the airport’s Christmas tree as they sing for a chance to win $15,000 in prizes to support local music... Read more of this article
News that Brownies donated groceries to needy families, Glenn Jones won two Sound Bites Awards from the Massachusetts Broadcasters Association, BNT announced the winners of its Student Art Competition and Ryan Day won a Black British Theatre Award in London were all some of the positive news stories from the past week. In additional good news Blake... Read more of this article
In an effort to provide everyone with a look at the island’s natural beauty each morning, Bernews features a “Photo of the Day” in our email newsletters and on social media seven days a week. Judging by the number of reader’s “likes”, the month’s most popular photos included the the world’s smallest drawbridge, peaceful day in... Read more of this article
The Bermuda High School [BHS] held their ‘Holiday Bazaar’ today [November 30], with the event featuring vendors selling a wide variety of items such as jewelry, stuffed animals, candles, art, Christmas decorations and much more. Related Stories Photos: Bermuda High School Holiday... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Farmers’ Market was held today [Nov 30] at the Botanical Gardens, with a variety of goods available for purchase. The Farmers’ Market offers local farmers, fishermen, gardeners and artisans a venue to sell produce, plants and locally-made crafts directly to residents and visitors. Related... Read more of this article
A study aimed to investigate prevalence of substances consumed by individuals involved in road traffic accidents who sought treatment in the Emergency Room from May 2023, to April 2024 revealed that out of 167 participants, 119 individuals, or 71%, tested positive for substances. In providing details on a recent meeting and report, Minister of National... Read more of this article
While the weather did not cooperate and the plans had to be adjusted to move part of the event indoors and cancel other parts, the City of Hamilton held Rockin’ Around the City Tree event last night [Nov 29] at City Hall, with people gathering to enjoy themselves as the Christmas tree lighting was held. Related Stories Photos... Read more of this article
Brownies recently donated groceries to the Devonshire Council to be given to needy families in the Devonshire parish community. A spokesperson said, “As part of their recently made Brownie Promise, which is recited by every Brownie entering the Girlguide Organization, the Amalgamated First Devonshire and First West Pembroke Brownies presented four... Read more of this article
The Skyport’s Great Bermuda Carol-Off event is taking place today [Dec 2] at the L.F. Wade International Airport and you can tune in and watch live below. We’re also posting live updates as the event unfolds, which you can see below. Your screen will automatically refresh with the latest updates: Related Stories Photos: Christmas Carol-Off... Read more of this article
Sean Trott and Gayle Lindsay won the 2024 Northshore Medical Turkey Trot 8K race. Trott finished first overall with a time of 27:23. Philip Woollins placed second in 28:31, and Tim Price placed third in 29:48. Lindsay won the women’s race and placed seventh overall with a time of 31:03. Stepanka Sprincova finished second among women and ninth... Read more of this article
Fireworks are lighting up the sky at the Marketplace Christmas Parade this evening [Dec 1]. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Swan Pyrotechnics, a local Bermudian company run by Kyle Swan, provided the fireworks display. “We’re thrilled to have Swan Pyrotechnics on board to create a spectacular... Read more of this article
[Written by Dennis Eve] The highly anticipated clash between public high school rivals Berkeley Institute and CedarBridge Academy unfolded on November 30, 2024, in a thrilling finale that will be remembered as one of the most iconic matches in high school football history. For those who missed it, the contest was a showcase of extraordinary athleticism,... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Amateur Swimming Association’s winter age group championships concluded with a splash at the National Sports Center, where Harbour Amateur Swim Club swimmers made waves, claiming the majority of the divisional titles. In the 10 & under division, Harbour ASC swept the top two spots in both the girls’ and boys’ categories.... Read more of this article
Race three of the One Communications MTB Series presented by Fat Tire Massive delivered high-octane action at Lagoon Park, with National Mountain Bike champion Robin Horsefield and Charlotte Millington among the winners in their respective divisions. The full 2024 One Communications MTB Series Race Three results follows below [PDF here]: Related... Read more of this article
The Association of Bermuda Insurers and Reinsurers [ABIR] will sponsor a free foundational course for the fifth consecutive year, providing Bermudian students and the public with free access to education about Bermuda’s re/insurance industry. A spokesperson said, “In collaboration with Bermuda College and the Maurice R. Greenberg School of Risk... Read more of this article
Last week, Bermuda “signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding [MOU] on Economic, Trade, and Technical Co-operation with the Republic of Ghana,” the Government said. A Government spokesperson said, “In a two-part process, the MOU was first signed in Ghana by the Honourable Abena Osei-Asare, Minister of State of the Ministry of Finance... Read more of this article
Recently, the Government of Bermuda and the Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] jointly hosted a Long Service Awards Ceremony honouring more than 200 public officers for their combined hundreds of years of dedicated service. A Government spokesperson said, “On hand to present the awards to dozens of public officers who have served 10, 15, 20, 25,... Read more of this article
The Skyport’s Great Bermuda Carol-Off event is taking place today [Dec 2] at the L.F. Wade International Airport and you can tune in and watch live below. We’re also posting live updates as the event unfolds, which you can see below. Your screen will automatically refresh with the latest updates: Related Stories Photos: Christmas Carol-Off... Read more of this article
Fireworks are lighting up the sky at the Marketplace Christmas Parade this evening [Dec 1]. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Swan Pyrotechnics, a local Bermudian company run by Kyle Swan, provided the fireworks display. “We’re thrilled to have Swan Pyrotechnics on board to create a spectacular... Read more of this article
[Updated with photos] The MarketPlace Christmas Parade is taking place this evening [Dec 1] in Hamilton and you can tune in and watch live below. Related Stories Aerial Photos & Videos: Christmas Motorcade Photos... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Farmers’ Market was held today [Nov 30] at the Botanical Gardens, with a variety of goods available for purchase. The Farmers’ Market offers local farmers, fishermen, gardeners and artisans a venue to sell produce, plants and locally-made crafts directly to residents and visitors. Related... Read more of this article
“I rise this morning to announce receipt and tabling in this House of the Report of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization more commonly known as UNESCO’s Advisory Mission to Bermuda’s own World Heritage Site – the Historic Town of St. George’s and Related Fortifications,” Minister of Public Works David... Read more of this article
“Climate change is no longer a distant threat—it is affecting Bermuda today and it is projected to continue with potentially far-reaching consequences for all of us who call Bermuda home,” Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban said in the House of Assembly today [Nov 29]. The Minister said, “Recent events have highlighted the unprecedented... Read more of this article
A study aimed to investigate prevalence of substances consumed by individuals involved in road traffic accidents who sought treatment in the Emergency Room from May 2023, to April 2024 revealed that out of 167 participants, 119 individuals, or 71%, tested positive for substances. In providing details on a recent meeting and report, Minister of National... Read more of this article
“Complaints from this week alone have revealed that local residents have collectively lost over 1.2 million dollars due to this scam,” the police said today. A police spokesperson said, “The Financial Crime Unit [FCU] has received several reports this week regarding a troubling rise in fraudulent activity targeting both local businesses... Read more of this article
The police are continuing their investigation into the shooting in Warwick, which resulted in a 53-year-old man and a 38-year-old man sustaining multiple gunshot wounds. A police spokesperson said, “Investigations continue into the firearms incident which occurred in the area of Cedar Heights Lane in Warwick around 9:10PM on Thursday, November 21st,... Read more of this article
“Complaints from this week alone have revealed that local residents have collectively lost over 1.2 million dollars due to this scam,” the police said today. A police spokesperson said, “The Financial Crime Unit [FCU] has received several reports this week regarding a troubling rise in fraudulent activity targeting both local businesses and members of the... Read more of this article
HSBC Bermuda issued a warning today about an increase in scam attempts targeting the public through phone calls [vishing] to obtain confidential information. A spokesperson said, “HSBC Bermuda warned today of an increase in attempts by scammers to trick the public into surrendering confidential information through phone calls [or vishing]. The caller falsely claims to... Read more of this article
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a serene image of mangrove trees in the East End. 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 back on... Read more of this article
A study aimed to investigate prevalence of substances consumed by individuals involved in road traffic accidents who sought treatment in the Emergency Room from May 2023, to April 2024 revealed that out of 167 participants, 119 individuals, or 71%, tested positive for substances. In providing details on a recent meeting and report, Minister of National... Read more of this article
[Updated] The police have now confirmed the death of 56-year-old Damian Simmons. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] can now confirm the death of 56-year-old Damian Simmons, who was seriously injured in a reported collision involving two motorcycles that occurred around 6:45 P.M. on Thursday, November 7, 2024, on Blue Hole... Read more of this article
The police have confirmed the death of 56-year-old man, who died following a collision in Hamilton Parish. A police spokesperson said, “Around 6:45 p.m. on Thursday, November 7, 2024, police were dispatched to a serious road traffic collision involving two motorcycles on Blue Hole Hill, near the junction with Dolphin Drive, Hamilton Parish. “Officers... Read more of this article
