Archive for March 26th, 2011
Tonight: Vigil In Memory Of Jahmiko Leshore
At 7:30pm this evening [Mar.26] there will be a Candlelight Vigil held to remember murder victim Jahmiko Leshore, and also to call for an end to all gun violence. The event will be held on Hermitage Road in Devonshire – by the Mid Atlantic Wellness Institute entrance. Candles will be provided, and everyone is welcome to attend and show their support... Read more of this article
Shots Fired: Third Gun Incident In 24hrs
[Updated] Bernews unofficially understands that Police are investigating a report that a gun was fired in the Rambling Lane area of Pembroke a short while ago this afternoon [Mar 26]. There are a number of Police officers presently on scene. Rambling Lane is blocked off by a Police car, and Police are visible on the Parsons Road side. From the Curving... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Windreach Annual Walk & Roll
[Updated with video] This morning [Mar.26], at Clearwater Beach, Windreach held its 10th Annual Walk & Roll. WindReach is a fully accessible, inclusive facility which serves people with a wide range of physical and intellectual challenges and its mission to enrich the quality of lives of people with special needs. A spokesperson said “The... Read more of this article
Teenage Shooting Victim Listed As Stable in ICU
As of noon today, last night’s shooting victim is listed in stable condition in the Intensive Care Unit of King Edward Memorial Hospital. Just before midnight last night [Mar.25], the 16-year-old male was shot in the Rambling Lane, Pembroke area. This marked the second firearm incident for the night, following an incident at the junction of Cedar... Read more of this article
Officials Report On Inspection Of ‘Cow Ship’
The Department of Environmental Protection confirmed they have inspected the M/V Friesian Express – a ship carrying 1,400 cows – which arrived on the island on the evening of March 21st, 2011. The sea freighter made an unscheduled call to Bermuda after experiencing mechanical difficulties while on route from Delaware to Turkey. On board... Read more of this article
Today: Car Wash Fundraiser for African Homes
If you have a desire for baked goods or need your car cleaned today [Mar.26] – you can solve those two issues and help a good cause at the same time, as Bermuda Overseas Missions is hosting a car wash and bake sale today, to raise funds for a trip to Zambia to build houses for orphans affected by AIDS. The car wash is at B&V across from BAA... Read more of this article
CCTV Cameras Installed on St Monica’s Road
Yesterday afternoon [Mar.25] workers were busy installing CCTV cameras in the St. Monica’s Road area. Three cameras were seen to be installed, facing in three separate directions. Additional cameras will be added in areas including by the popular cafe ‘Art Mels’, as well as at the Palmetto Road entrance to St Monica’s Road. Some... Read more of this article
Second Shooting Tonight: 16-Yr-Old Shot
[Updated] There was a second firearm incident a few minutes ago this evening [Mar.25], and Bernews unofficially understands that someone may have been shot. Just past midnight an ambulance, with a Police escort, left the Rambling Lane, Parsons Road, Pembroke area, just by the laundromat. Unofficial reports indicate the ambulance was carrying a shooting... Read more of this article
