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BRSC Asks Events To Use Transportation Plans

December 11, 2023

The Bermuda Road Safety Council [BRSC] is encouraging “event planners, organizers, and hosts of large events to incorporate a transportation plan for their guests.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Road Safety Council would like to take this time to re-emphasize our Transportation Plan initiative. The transportation plan initiative asks and encourages all event planners, organizers, […]

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PrivCom & HRC Mark Human Rights Day

December 11, 2023

In commemoration of Human Rights Day, the Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Bermuda [PrivCom] and the Human Rights Commission [HRC] marked “key milestones for privacy as a fundamental human right.” A spokesperson said, “This year, on the occasion of Human Rights Day, the Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Bermuda and the Human Rights […]

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Butterfield APGA Event Set For Dec 12 &13

December 11, 2023

The Butterfield Bermuda Championship is set to hold the Butterfield Bermuda APGA Championship in collaboration with the Advocates Professional Golf Association [APGA] and the PGA TOUR tomorrow [Dec 12] and Wednesday [Dec 13]. A spokesperson said, “The Butterfield Bermuda Championship is pleased to announce the return of the Butterfield Bermuda APGA Championship, in conjunction with […]

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Warwick Academy Swimmers Win More Medals

December 11, 2023

Several Warwick Academy swimmers advanced to the 2023 NC QCD Holiday Invite Finals on the final night of competition. Three more medals were added on the final night. During the 13-14 boys 200 yard freestyle A final, Logan Jones finished fourth, while Noah Maranzana finished sixth in the B final. Bella Howes finished with the […]

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GCS Magazine Interviews Jayson Jackson

December 11, 2023

[Written by Stephen Wright] Jayson Jackson, the head golf course superintendent for the Bermuda Government Golf Courses, was featured in last month’s edition of GCM, the official publication of the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America [GCSAA]. The Bermudian was interviewed before the PGA Tour’s Butterfield Bermuda Championship at the Port Royal Golf Course last […]

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Leverock On Bermuda Future, T20 And More

December 11, 2023

[Written by Stephen Wright] Kamau Leverock, the Bermuda national team cricketer, admits his career is at a “crossroads” after missing out on a US Open T20 professional contract. Leverock has been in devastating form with bat and ball and was named the Bermuda international player of the year at the recent Bermuda Cricket Board [BCB] […]

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Live Video: School Christmas Carol-Off At Airport

December 11, 2023

The ‘Great Christmas Carol-Off’ is taking place at the airport this week — with hundreds of students to take part as schools compete for over $8,000 in prizes to support their music programs — and you can tune in and watch live below. In an effort to streamline today’s coverage we have added all the videos […]

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Bedford & Sprincova Win Jingle Bell 5K Race

December 11, 2023

Jamie Bedford and Stepanka Sprincova raced to victory in the Red Cross Jingle Bell 5K race this weekend. Bedford clocked a winning time of 16:17, Jackson Langley was second in 16:51, and Tim Price was third clocking 17:35. Sprincova won in a time of 19:45, Teresa Ruiz was the second female finisher and 17th overall […]

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Sousa & Barnett Finish 16th In El Salvador

December 11, 2023

Bermuda’s Brandon Sousa and Benjamin Barnett concluded competing on the NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour at the Beach Sports Stadium of Flor Blanca Sports Complex in San Salvador, El Salvador. Sousa and Barnett took on Shawn Seabrookes and Clerique Ward from St. Kitts & Nevis in the match for 15th & 16th place. In the match, […]

OneComm ‘future proofing’ capacity with subsea cable upgrade

December 11, 2023

An upgrade to a subsea cable used by One Communications should be finalised by the middle of next year helping to future-proof its internet capacity.
The move is part of a multimillion-dollar investme…

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Minister Roban’s Trip To Barbados Cost $415.27

December 11, 2023

A trip in October 2023 by Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban to Barbados cost $415.27, according to a recent listing on the Government’s travel webpage. The trip duration was listed as from October 30, 2023 – November 2, 2023, and the web page listing said, “Deputy Premier and Minister of Home Affairs, the Hon. […]

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Sanaa Morris Competes In Wagner College Meet

December 11, 2023

Sanaa Morris and her Howard University women’s track and field teammates continued their indoor season, taking to the Ocean Breeze Athletic Complex, Staten Island, New York for the Wagner College Shootout. Morris finished 6th in Heat 5 of the women’s 60-meter dash clocking a time of 8.15 to finish 37th overall and she also finished […]

Victory at last for X-Roads as Donavan Thompson scores four

December 10, 2023

X-Roads 5 Dandy Town 2

X-Roads captain Donavan Thompson scored four and provided an assist to steer his side to their first Premier League victory of the season on Sunday.
Thompson, 29, has now s…

Jayori Fox scores stunner as Devonshire Cougars march to fourth successive win

December 10, 2023

St George’s 1 Devonshire Cougars 3

Jayori Fox was delighted to play a key role in helping Devonshire Cougars seal a fourth league win on the spin with victory at Wellington Oval on Sunday.
With t…

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360 Tour: Somers Gardens Christmas Lights

December 10, 2023

Somers Gardens in St. George’s is playing host to a festive Christmas display, and through Bernews’ 360-degree tour, you can take a virtual visit to this enchanting location. You can control your perspective by moving your mouse to explore different angles or zoom in for a closer look and switch views by clicking on the […]

Substitute Adio DeShields-Tankard rescues point for North Village

December 10, 2023

North Village 1 Young Men’s Social Club 1

Substitute Adio DeShields-Tankard scored four minutes after coming off the bench to preserve Premier Division leaders North Village’s unbeaten record in …

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North Village Community Club Enjoying Success

December 10, 2023

[Written by Patrick Bean] What’s in a name? When it comes to the word ‘community’ in North Village Community Club, therein lies the foundation of the organisation, with its serving up of various organised sporting, recreational, and learning activities for those of – but not limited to – the north Hamilton and northeast areas of […]

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Attorney General’s Trip To NY Cost $4523.97

December 10, 2023

A trip in October 2023 by Minister of Legal Affairs and Attorney General Kathy Simmons to New York cost $4523.97, according to a recent listing on the Government’s travel webpage. The trip duration was listed as from October 2, 2023 – October 6, 2023, and the web page listing said, “The Attorney-General and Minister of […]

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Weather Forecast For Monday December 11

December 10, 2023

Monday, December 11 is expected to be windy, with the high to be near 23°C/74°F and the low to be near 20°C/68°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 70%. Sunrise will be at 7:10am and sunset will be at 5:14pm. High […]

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US Consulate Statement On Passport Code Issue

December 10, 2023

Noting they are aware of “reports of Bermudians experiencing additional questioning or delays at some international borders,” the U.S. Consulate said it is not due to any changes in U.S. procedures, but as technical changes in passports issued in the UK “to British Overseas Territory Citizens [BOTC] have made it more difficult for some airline […]

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Photos & Video: Tree Tops II Christmas Concert

December 10, 2023

In a flurry of infectious holiday cheer, Tree Tops 2 Preschool held their annual Christmas concert, with the festive performance featuring children aged 18 months to 4 years. A spokesperson said, “Tree Tops 2 Preschool at St. Anne’s Church Hall, Southampton, held their annual Christmas Concert on Friday 8th December to a packed Church Hall. […]

Bacardi in industry first with glass spirits bottle trial

December 10, 2023

Bacardi, the Bermudian-based drinks giant, has completed the world’s first commercial production of a glass spirits bottle fuelled by hydrogen in a trial that took place earlier this month.
The compan…

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Live Video: Court Street Shopping Market

December 10, 2023

The Court Street Market, featuring approximately 50 vendors along Court Street, is taking place today [Dec 10] and you can tune in and watch live below. A spokesperson previously said, “The Court Street Market will be held on December 10 and again on December 17th from 12 noon to 6 pm. As always there will […]

Festival of football at National Stadium on schools finals day

December 10, 2023

The National Sports Centre buzzed, blared and ballooned in festival as an abundance of talent shone through much of a sun-filled Saturday afternoon.
Hopes and aspirations of many a player and partisan…

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C&B Team Earns PSEA Award For November

December 10, 2023

The Government of Bermuda’s Compensation & Benefits [C&B] Team earned the Public Service Excellence Award [PSEA] for November. A Government spokesperson said, “On Friday [Dec. 8], Premier David Burt congratulated the Government of Bermuda’s Compensation & Benefits [C&B] Team, who are the Public Service Excellence Awards [PSEA] winners for November. “The C&B Team which falls […]

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Motorcyclist Arrested For Driving While Impaired

December 10, 2023

A motorcycle rider — with a ‘small child on the back of the motorcycle’ — was arrested for driving while impaired while riding a motorcycle that had previously been reported stolen, and a “relative of the arrested man attended the scene where he became combative and was arrested,” the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson […]

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Warwick Academy Swimmers Win Four Medals

December 10, 2023

Several Warwick Academy swimmers advanced to 2023 NC QCD Holiday Invite Finals on the opening night of competition in the U.S, with the swimmers winning a total of four medals. Adriana Argent won a bronze medal competing in the girls 500 yard freestyle A final clocking a time of 5:22.65, while Jorgia White finished 7th […]

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Biker with child on bike leads police on high-speed chase

December 10, 2023

A motorcyclist led police on a high-speed chase along North Shore Road in Hamilton Parish late on Friday — with a young child riding pillion on the speeding vehicle.
According to police, a mobile patr…

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Schedule For Airport School ‘Carol Off’ Event

December 10, 2023

Bermuda Skyport has released the schedule for the ‘Great Christmas Carol-Off’ musical performances at the airport this week, with hundreds of students to take part as schools compete for prizes to support their music programs. A spokesperson said, “Here is the schedule so that you can plan your week! Join us on Dec 11, 13 & 14 […]

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Salvation Army ‘Fill The Truck Of Hope’ Event

December 10, 2023

The annual Salvation Army ‘Fill The Truck of Hope’ campaign was held this week, with people donating food items, Christmas gifts for children, gift cards and more. A spokesperson said, “We were blessed to be able to join radio hosts Beverly Howell and Nikita on Magic 102.7 FM on the radio for 3.5 hours as we […]

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Photos & Video: ‘Santa’s Coming To Town’ Event

December 10, 2023

Santa Claus visited the historic town of St. George’s this weekend for the “Santa’s Coming To Town” event, which featured fun castles, food vendors, performances by majorettes, dancers, the Gombeys and more. You can view all our coverage of Christmas here, and more than 300 videos from Christmas celebrations over the years here on Bernews.TV.

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School Football: BSSF Knock-Out Finals Results

December 10, 2023

Nine finals took place at the National Sports Center North Field as the Bermuda School Sports Federation held their annual School Football Knock Out Cup Finals. Primary School Girls Division 2 Final: St. George’s Preparatory 3 Prospect Primary 2 Kierra Broadley-Samuels scored a hat trick for St. George’s Prep earning herself MVP honors. Prospect Primary […]

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Malcolm Smith Finishes 30th In World Sunfish

December 10, 2023

The 2023 ISCA 52nd World Sunfish Championships concluded in Florida, with Malcolm Smith finishing in 30th place out of a fleet of 100 sailors. On the final day, three more races were sailed to take the series to twelve races. Smith finished the first race of the day and the tenth of the series in […]

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Volleyballers Continue Competing In El Salvador

December 10, 2023

Bermuda’s beach volleyball duo, Brandon Sousa and Benjamin Barnett, recently continued their campaign at the NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour in San Salvador, El Salvador. In their final pool C match, Sousa and Barnett faced off against the Salvadoran pair of Christopher Guardado and Yoel Guardado. However, the Bermuda duo faced a tough battle, ultimately losing […]

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Minister Roban’s Trip To New York Cost $5091.60

December 10, 2023

A trip in September 2023 by Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban to New York cost $5091.60, according to a recent listing on the Government’s travel webpage. The trip duration was listed as from September 18, 2023 – September 19, 2023, and the web page listing said, “The Hon. Walter H. Roban, JP, MP attended […]

Spending on children’s gifts at Christmas: how much is too much?

December 10, 2023

Christmas is one of the best times of the year. And if you have children, you know the joy of seeing their faces light up when they realise Santa squeezed himself down the chimney, dropped off a roomf…

With an emergency fund, you can cut up the credit cards

December 10, 2023

Dear Dave,
We’re following your Baby Steps plan, and we’ve paid off all our credit cards. But when I talked to my husband the other day about cutting up the cards and closing the accounts, he said he …

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Video: Sunday Dec 10th “Good News” Spotlight

December 10, 2023

News that LeiLanni Nesbeth captained her Florida State team to win the prestigious NCAA Championship, YouTube’s official newsletter featured B. Dylan Hollis, Matthew Elliott won the Paddington Squash Championships and the BMA gift drive collected over 100 Toys For Tots were all some of the positive news stories from the past week. In additional good […]

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Bargain Hunters robber foiled with axe sentenced

December 10, 2023

A man who was chased out of a Sandys business with an axe has been sentenced to take part in a drug treatment court programme.
Stevon Swan-Richardson, 30, admitted trying to steal money from Michael …

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Photos, Video, 360: Willowbank Winter Wonderland

December 10, 2023

[Updated] The Willowbank resort is hosting a ‘Winter Wonderland’ this holiday season, and you can tune in and watch a live stream below. The promo for it said, “Immerse yourself in the festive spirit as you wander through a dazzling display of twinkling lights, creating a winter wonderland like no other. Explore the holiday market […]

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Video: Willowbank Winter Wonderland

December 9, 2023

The Willowbank resort is hosting a ‘Winter Wonderland’ this holiday season, and you can tune in and take look below. The promo for it said, “Immerse yourself in the festive spirit as you wander through a dazzling display of twinkling lights, creating a winter wonderland like no other. Explore the holiday market with delightful vendors […]

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Premier tables historic corporate tax legislation

December 9, 2023

Legislation paving the way for the most significant change in taxation in Bermuda’s modern history was tabled yesterday in the House of Assembly.
David Burt, the Premier, tabled the Corporate Income T…

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Weather Forecast For Sunday December 10

December 9, 2023

Sunday, December 10 is expected to be see be see a few clouds from time to time, with the high to be near 22°C/72°F and the low to be near 19°C/67°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be ESE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 65%. Sunrise will be […]

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Minister Wilson On Digital National Health Strategy

December 9, 2023

“The National Digital Health Strategy provides Bermuda with a comprehensive roadmap for the transformation of our digital health system,” Minister of Health Kim Wilson said, adding that “over time, digital health solutions can optimise processes, reduce administrative burdens, and lower healthcare costs.” Speaking in the House of Assembly, the Minister said, “I rise today to […]

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Photos/Video: One Communications 5G Launch

December 9, 2023

One Communications held a ribbon cutting to officially launch their 5G mobile network just ahead of the Christmas holiday, with the company saying it reaffirms their “commitment to continuous investment in technology and delivering value to its customers.” “The 5G network promises to revolutionize the mobile service experience in Bermuda, beginning in Hamilton with internet […]

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Photos: Azu Holiday Market At BAMZ

December 9, 2023

The AZU Holiday Market took place at the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum and Zoo, providing a festive Christmas shopping atmosphere in an interesting environment. The organizers previously said, “Lots of great vendors without the hustle and bustle of town. Enjoy beautiful Flatts village, enjoy BAMZ, and get some holiday shopping done.” Related Stories Photos & Video: […]

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Sousa & Barnett Begin Competing In El Salvador

December 9, 2023

The NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour is underway in San Salvador, with Bermuda’s Brandon Sousa and Benjamin Barnett taking to the Beach Sports Stadium of Flor Blanca Sports Complex in San Salvador, El Salvador. Sousa and Barnett took on Marc Lomeli and Anthony Pippen from the U.S Virgin Islands in their opener, the Bermuda pair were […]

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Ball Hockey: BDA Spirits & Spine And Sport Win

December 9, 2023

The Bermuda Ball Hockey League season resumed with a doubleheader at the PCC Hockey Rink which produced 17 goals. BDA Spirits 5 ACT 2 In the opener, BDA Spirits defeated ACT 5 – 2. After a scoreless first period, Kris Abramowski scored twice for ACT, and Jeffrey Ingleman scored twice for BDA Spirits. The third […]

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Worrell did not join search for missing woman out of fear

December 9, 2023

A man accused of murdering the mother of his child said he did not attend searches for her or vigils in her honour out of fear for his safety.
Kamal Worrell told the Supreme Court that in the wake of …

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Land ownership issue raised over Swing Bridge plan

December 9, 2023

Plans to replace an ageing East End bridge may have hit a snag after the Bermuda National Trust said they own land earmarked for the structure.
According to a planning objection filed this month, the …