Archive for April 17th, 2010
Dark and Stormy Cocktail Inspires a Novel
Published in February 2010, “Dark ‘n Stormy: A Cloudy Tale From Paradise” is novel which is said to be inspired by the Bermudian cocktail of the same name. Well known by almost all locals, Dark ‘n’ Stormy is actually a registered trademark of Gosling’s Brothers Limited, and is made with 2oz of Gosling’s Black Seal... Read more of this article
Southampton: Teenager Stabbed Multiple Times
A few hours ago a young man was stabbed multiple times, and was rushed to King Edward Hospital with what has been described as “severe injuries”. Bernews understands that he underwent surgery today, and as of this writing is in critical but stable condition. We understand the victim to be a 17 yr old Somerset resident. Update: A 17 yr old... Read more of this article
British Airways: Flights Cancelled for 4th Day
In a disruption that experts are saying is the worst since WWII, flights are cancelled for the 4th day due to safety concerns due to volcanic ash. The cancellations are stranding thousands of passengers, including Bermuda’s Premier Dr. Ewart Brown and a 20 strong tourism delegation. All British Airways flights to and from London airports are cancelled... Read more of this article
Pedestrian Dies After Being Struck By Car
An unidentified man died after being struck by a car while he was walking along North Shore Road at around 1:15am today [Apr 17]. The driver of the car, who remained at the scene, is a 27 year old Hamilton Parish man. He was arrested on suspicion of impaired driving and causing death by dangerous driving. As of this writing, the police say the name... Read more of this article
Photos: Agricultural Exhibition Attendees
The 2010 Agricultural Exhibition was held from April 15 – 17 at the Botanical Gardens in Paget. Despite emailed rumours of gangs planning mayhem, the event was well attended by a cross section of Bermuda residents. Always a popular event, a good time had by all over the three days. For more photo galleries from the Agricultural Exhibition click... Read more of this article
Health Dept: Vaccines For FIFA South Africa
The Bermuda Department of Health advised that football fans travelling to South Africa for the FIFA 2010 World Cup, should be appropriately vaccinated against measles, mumps and rubella. Dr Cheryl Peek-Ball, the Senior Medical Officer noted that recent measles outbreaks have been reported in several South African countries: Botswana, Namibia, South... Read more of this article
Tyler Butterfield to Return for May 24 Marathon
Bermuda’s Olympic triathlete Tyler Butterfield has a hectic race schedule ahead of him; including a stop back to the island to compete in the 2010 May 24th Marathon Derby. Expected to be one of the top finishers, the May 24th may be a family affair with Mr Butterfield battling his cousin’s husband Chris Estwanik for the top spot. Mr. Butterfield... Read more of this article
Photos: Ag Show Animals & Exhibits
The annual Agricultural Exhibition held at the Botanical Gardens features a wide array of exhibits ranging from livestock, floriculture, food products, educational displays, woodwork, plants and smuch more. Entrants range from professionals in the related fields to Bermuda’s school children. For more photo galleries from the Ag Show click here. Click... Read more of this article
Volcanic Ash Strands Bermuda’s Premier
Bermuda’s Premier Dr Ewart Brown is amongst the thousands of passengers stranded due to volcanic ash grounding flights. Saying that “safety comes first“, Dr. Brown said “Of course we are all inconvenienced but so are hundreds of thousands of passengers throughout the world“. Flight-less in London alongside the Premier are... Read more of this article
Photos: Kids at the Agricultural Exhibition
Despite the much passed around rumour of gangs burying guns in Botanical Gardens, numerous children were out having a blast at the 2010 Agricultural Exhibition. With a variety of animals on display including racing pigs, face painting, cotton candy and so much more – the annual “Ag Show” has stacks of appeal for young people, and is... Read more of this article
