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| Bermuda companies and organisations still have a chance to join the tenth Corporate Blood Drive, with the deadline for signing on August 31. A Bermuda Hospitals Board spokesperson said, “Bermuda companies and organisations still have a chance to join the tenth Corporate Blood Drive, with the deadline for signing up 31 August 2022. Any company […] |
| The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] said they are “aware of video clips circulating on social media, showing what appear to be school aged young people engaged in what we’re told are pre-arranged fights in the City of Hamilton during social events.” A police spokesperson said, “While no complaint has been received by police, we are […] |
| The Butterfield Bermuda Championship announced the introduction of a new annual event, the Butterfield Bermuda APGA Championship, in conjunction with the Advocates Professional Golf Association [APGA] and the PGA TOUR. A spokesperson said, “The Butterfield Bermuda APGA Championship, the first international event of its kind, will be hosted at the same golf course as the […] |
| The Bermuda Tourism Authority, in partnership with PinkSand Entertainment LLC, will be holding Made in Bermuda Nights on August 20, August 27, and September 3. A spokesperson said, “After hiatus in summer 2020 and 2021 due to the pandemic, Made in Bermuda Nights is returning to the summer calendar with an upgraded VIP Experience. This […] |
| [Written by Stephen Wright] Rhys Swift will be the youngest of Bermuda’s four-man team competing at the Commonwealth Fencing Championships in London. The 14-year-old, who competes in the Cadet Men’s Sabre and Junior Men’s Sabre classes, will represent the island alongside Don Treanor, the team captain, Federico Candiolo and Ben Jewett. Swift, a Warwick Academy student, […] |
| Bermudian footballer Nia Christopher has earned the 2022 Colonial Athletic Association [CAA] Preseason Player of the Year award. The school’s announcement said, “After a stellar 2021-22 calendar year, Nia Christopher has been honored as the 2022 Colonial Athletic Association [CAA] Preseason Player of the Year, announced by the league on Thursday. “The Devonshire, Bermuda native […] |
| Bermuda is getting set to welcome a full-time rabbi with the establishment of the island’s first permanent Chabad House, to be led by Rabbi Chaim and Menuchy Birnhack. A Jerusalem Post story said, “Bermuda is to receive a full-time rabbi with the establishment of the nation’s first permanent Chabad House, to be led by Rabbi […] |
| [Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian Jamin Hodgkins has been named in the Canada Under-20 team for their international match against Zimbabwe Under-20 tomorrow [Saturday]. The fly-half will start the opening game of the Canada Conference, an international men’s under-20 competition, at the University of Guelph in Ontario. The game kicks off at 7.30 pm Bermuda time […] |
| 2022 National Dance Foundation scholarships, nineteen Police Officers promoted, tickets for Taste of Bermuda now on sale, Michael Dunkley says a full report needs to be made public, and reception celebrates 135 students are some of the stories in this morning’s [Aug 12] Bernews Newsflash. The Bernews Morning Newsflash includes an overview of the latest Bermuda news, […] |
| In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, the Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited advised that during the month of July 2022, the Bank did not repurchase Common Shares for cancellation. Related Stories Bank Of Butterfield Adjusts Rates Butterfield Banking Hours And Appointments Butterfield Share Repurchases For February Butterfield Share Repurchases For December […] |
| Yesterday [Aug 10], the Department of Workforce Development’s 2022 Summer Employment and Internship Programmes concluded with a reception celebrating 135 participating students. A Government spokesperson said, “The Summer Employment Programme assists students in developing their career goals by connecting work experiences to academic learning. This year’s programme began in June with 83 students placed in […] |
| Bermuda won the toss in their ICC Mens CWC Challenge League match against Kenya at the Farmers Cricket Club Ground, St Martin, Jersey and decided to bat. Batting first for the first time in the last few games, Bermuda was able to bat out the 50 overs, scoring 234/7, Charles Trott was the top scorer […] |
| The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] announced that Moray Eels are the topic for this month’s ‘Kids Hour Saturday’ on August 20th. A spokesperson said, “Kids Hour Saturdays’ takes place every third Saturday of the month at 11am and 2pm respectively. Each hour features the screening of short films followed by a book reading for […] |
| 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 […] |
| The official Government and Legal notices for today [August 11] include acting appointments, Bermudian status and notice of intended marriage. Acting Appointment: Chief Parliamentary Counsel, Attorney General’s Chambers Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0792/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Cabinet Headquarters Publication date: 11 August 2022 D. Lorraine Welch, Deputy Chief Parliamentary […] |
| Friday, August 12 is expected to see a mix of sun and cloud, chance of a shower early and late, with the high to be near 31°C/88°F and the low to be near 27°C/80°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 71%. […] |
| The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] announced the travelling Bermuda U14 Boy’s squad for the upcoming 2022 Caribbean Football Union [CFU] U14 Challenge Series, which will take place between August 13-21 in the Dominican Republic. Head Coach Vashun Blanchette said, “This is an exciting opportunity for the group as they are about to experience international football […] |
| The City of Hamilton announced that tickets for the Taste of Bermuda food festival – which is set to take place from September 30th to October 2nd — are now on sale. A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton is excited to announce that tickets for Taste of Bermuda – Hamilton’s most delicious and fun food […] |
| “How was Antoine Anderson able to escape from custody,” Shadow Minister for National Security Michael Dunkley said, adding that “the community needs to be assured that this won’t happen again and a full report on this concerning breach needs to be made public.” This follows after Antoine Anderson, who has been convicted of murder, escaped from […] |
| “The Government needs to get a grip on these serious issues,” Shadow Minister for Home Affairs & Legal Affairs Scott Pearman said in regards to the ongoing concerns with BELCO. Mr Pearman said, “The conclusion by Bermuda’s Regulatory Authority [RA] that BELCO has been actively misleading the public about the newly built North Power Station […] |
| Following reports from an overseas travel trade publication stating that Tracy Berkeley has been appointed the BTA CEO, the BTA said that “contrary to the headline,” Tracy Berkeley “continues to serve as interim CEO for the Bermuda Tourism Authority.” Bernews asked the BTA for comment about the article on the website, which is a major […] |
| Acacia Tucker, Arielle Ming, Ava Moreno, Dezjaun Thomas, Vidya Cannonier-Watson, Onuri Smith, T’aja Williams, Skye Minors, Naysaa Tucker, and Ravi Cannonier-Watson all earned 2022 National Dance Foundation scholarships and awards. Scholarships Presented A spokesperson said, “The 2022 National Dance Foundation Fund awards took place in the Somers Room at O’Hara House AXA/XL. In 2005 the National Dance […] |
| Eleven Police Constables were promoted to the rank of Sergeant, seven Sergeants were promoted to the rank of Inspector and one Inspector was promoted to the rank of Chief Inspector. The Bermuda Police Service said, “The Commissioner of Police Mr. Darrin Simons, is pleased to announce the promotions of 19 officers. “On 4th August, 2022, […] |
| Bermudian university students interning at PwC this summer made their mark on the heritage of Verdmont museum in Smith’s Parish on Friday 5 August. A spokesperson said, “Working with the Bermuda National Trust Heritage Team, the interns provided hands-on help and insightful input for the Trust’s ongoing efforts to expand community and cultural tourism experiences […] |
| After executing search warrants at residences in Smiths, six persons were arrested and “packages containing what are suspected to be controlled drugs cocaine, heroin, ecstasy and cannabis with an estimated street value of $500,000 were seized,” the police confirmed today. Police also seized two hydroponic systems, “a quantity of high value goods suspected to be acquired […] |
| Walkers has introduced its new Walkers Abroad policy, as well as family leave benefits that allow for 18 weeks of parental leave at full basic pay as well as an additional eight weeks of unpaid leave for eligible employees, including in Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “Under the umbrella of our SmartWorking@Walkers approach, and following the […] |
| Robert Brockman – an American billionaire accused of allegedly “using a Bermuda-based family charitable trust and other offshore entities to hide assets from the Internal Revenue Service while failing to pay taxes” – has passed away. A Bloomberg story said, “Robert Brockman, who built a multibillion-dollar fortune as a software entrepreneur and investor before he […] |
| [Updated – He is back in custody] A search is underway after Antoine Anderson escaped from the Co-Educational Facility at Ferry Reach in St. Georges. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 3.00pm today, Wednesday, August 10, 2022, police received a report from the Department of Corrections that an inmate, Antoine Anderson, had escaped from the […] |
| The 3D pop up graphics below aim to give you a three dimensional look at the 2022 Around the Island Powerboat Race event held on Sunday [Aug 7]. You can view all our coverage of the Around the Island Powerboat Race event here, view past 3D photo galleries here, and view ‘virtual art’ themed videos here […] |
| “Consumers paid 3.7% more in May than they did a year ago for the basket of goods and services included in the Consumer Price Index [CPI]” which marks “the highest recorded level of inflation since December 2007 when the annual inflation rate was 3.6%.” This is according to the May 2022 Consumer Price Index publication […] |
| The Ministry received 3,973 test results — spanning 7 days — and 200 were positive, so there are now 238 known active cases, of which 6 people are in hospital. The 238 active cases are those that the Ministry is aware of, and it is generally accepted the actual number of active cases is likely […] |
| The official Government and Legal notices for today [August 10] include acting appointments, cancellation of registration, acting appointments, Bermudian status and notice of intended marriage. Auditor General Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0786/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Auditor General Publication date: 10 August 2022 Government Notice No.______ Acting Appointment Auditor General […] |
| Thursday, August 11 is expected to see another bright and sunny day, chance afternoon shower, with the high to be near 31°C/88°F and the low to be near 27°C/80°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 72%. Sunrise will be at 6.40am […] |
| Thousands of dollars of prize money will be awarded to the winners of the 2022 Athene T20 Cricket League in both Premier and First Divisions. A spokesperson said, “The executive of the Bermuda Cricket Board wishes to announce the prize money that will be awarded to the winners of the 2022 Athene T20 Cricket League […] |
| The Masterworks Museum announced the opening of their next Rick Faries gallery exhibition ‘The Place We Know,’ a showing of works by Bruce Stuart from the Masterworks Permanent Collection. A spokesperson said, “Focusing largely on the works made by the artist in the 80s-90s, this exhibit highlights The Place We Know, our island home, as […] |
| [Opinion column written by OBA’s Dwayne Robinson] The cost of living continues to increase around the world due to inflation and countries are grappling with this differently. There is no quick fix to this multi-faceted issue, and it will require effective leadership to navigate. The cause of one of the biggest dents in Bermudians’ pocket […] |
| A search is underway after Antoine Anderson escaped from the Co-Educational Facility at Ferry Reach in St. Georges. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 3.00pm today, Wednesday, August 10, 2022, police received a report from the Department of Corrections that an inmate, Antoine Anderson, had escaped from the Co-Educational Facility, Ferry Reach, St. Georges. “Mr. […] |
| Candyce Martins and Kiwon Waldron were both back in action competing at the Nappanee Raceway in Indiana. In Heat One, Martins clocked a 1:04&3 to finish in second place in the bike of Bet’s Big Kid in the 1:04.1 to 1:06 Flat Time Bar Class. Waldron clocked winning time of 1:10&2 competing in the 1:10.1 […] |
| [Opinion column written by Chris Famous] “To the left, to the left, To the left, to the left”- Beyonce Over the last year and a bit, the Caribbean has seen a change in leadership in four islands. Hon. Philip J. Pierre became Prime Minister of St. Lucia in July of 2021. Dr. Hon. Natalio D. Wheatley became Premier […] |
| A trip in June 2022 by Premier David Burt for the Consensus 2022 cost $2,772.20, according to a recent listing on the Government’s travel webpage. The trip duration was listed as June 30, 2022, and the web page listing said, “The Premier & Minister of Finance the Hon. E. David Burt led a delegation of […] |
| With an aim to to improve their response to domestic violence, the police have launched an online survey and are encouraging the public to take part. Commissioner of Police Darrin Simons said, “Domestic abuse is a serious issue. The Bermuda Police Service is committed to improving our response to and how we treat the issue […] |
| [Written by Xavier Ramsay] Reinsurance, underwriting, claims management. Three months ago, if I had been asked to explain these terms, my answer would have been less than adequate. Like most individuals my age, my understanding of the [re]insurance industry was severely lacking, even though it is one of the most influential sectors of Bermuda’s economy. […] |
| Action in the Bermuda Ball Hockey Inline Summer League saw a double-header take place with 25 goals scored at the PCC Hockey Rink. Pembroke Pirates 7 Boaz Island Beer Barons 6 In the opener the Pembroke Pirates defeated the Boaz Island Beer Barons 7 – 6. The Pembroke Pirates got three goals from Mathieu Desjardins, […] |
| Milliman — a global consulting and actuarial firm — announced the opening of an office in Bermuda. A statement from the company said, “Milliman’s expertise has long been relied upon by companies operating in Bermuda, as well as global clients with interests on the island. In response to increasing demand for insurance consulting and technology support […] |
| Daniel Augustus finished T2nd in the Mastercard APGA Tour Championship on the TPC San Antonio Golf Course in San Antonio, Texas. Augustus shot an opening round of 4-under par 68, he had 4 birdies and 14 pars in his round. He then shot a second round of 2-under par 70 to finish at 6-under par. In […] |
| The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features Bermudian athlete Jah-Nhai Perinchief, who literally leaped into history, as he won the bronze medal in the triple jump at the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, cementing himself as one of Bermuda’s best ever jumpers. The design is available in three different versions in two sizes; a Facebook […] |
| The Bermuda Zoological Society will be holding a Virtual Lecture Series installment titled “The health assessment of juvenile green turtles in Bermuda.” The lecture will held via Zoom on Tuesday, August 16 at 7.00pm and will be presented by Dr Gaelle Roth, MRCVS, Co-Director of the Bermuda Turtle Project. The event flyer says, “Discover something […] |
| August 9 saw 18,300 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $366,226.00 BD. 18,300 shares were traded by BF&M Ltd, closing down 8.1% at $20.00 per share. The BSX finished at 2,364.05, down 0.68% on the day. There were 0 advances, 1 decline, and 64 remained unchanged. The full report for the day […] |
| The Bermuda Red Cross has extended a “big thank you Bermuda for being so generous,” noting that the appeal for Ukraine has received $543,000 to date. A spokesperson said, “To date the Ukraine Appeal run by Bermuda Red Cross has received $543,000. These funds were donated to Bermuda Red Cross by many organization like, Aon, […] |
| Since launching the ‘Work from Bermuda’ [WFB] initiative two years ago, the Government has received 1315 WFB applications, with 1127 approved, there are currently 234 WFB certificate holders residing in Bermuda and it is estimated “that since the launch of the WFP initiative, the certificate holders have injected over $28 million into Bermuda’s economy,” the […] |