Category: News
Musical Event To Honor Peter Tosh & Garnett Silk
Reggae Defenders is set to host a tribute event on April 19, celebrating reggae icons Peter Tosh and Garnett Silk. A spokesperson said, “Reggae Defenders proudly announces a musical tribute event honouring the legacies of two iconic figures in reggae music: Peter Tosh and Garnett Silk. Set to take place on Friday, April 19, this event promises... Read more of this article
November Consumer Price Index: Inflation 3.1%
Consumers paid 3.1% more in November 2023 than they did a year ago for the basket of goods and services included in the Consumer Price Index [CPI]. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Economy and Labour released the November 2023 CPI from the Department of Statistics today. “In summary, consumers paid 3.1 per cent more in November... Read more of this article
Photos: Bate’s & Deloitte Partner For Charity
Joshua Bate Trading Bermuda Ltd. [Bate's] and Deloitte teamed up for the annual Sleep in Heavenly Peace Bunk Building Day, assembling 18 bunks to support families in need. Teara Tomas, Bate’s Bermuda Chapter President said, “At the Joshua Bate Trading Bermuda Ltd. showroom, Deloitte and Bate’s teamed up for the annual Sleep in Heavenly... Read more of this article
Summer Ferry Schedule To Start On April 29
The Department of Marine and Ports Services announced that the Summer Ferry Schedule will start on April 29, 2024. A Government spokesperson said, “This schedule will see the resumption of daily weekday services on the Orange Ferry Route between Dockyard and St. George, catering to an increasing demand during the summer season. “For easy... Read more of this article
Patrick Tannock To Retire As ABIC Chair
Patrick Tannock is to retire as Chairman of the Association of Bermuda International Companies [ABIC] after close to 10 years in the role. A spokesperson said, “He will stay on until the ABIC Board of Directors has chosen a successor, to ensure a smooth transition. “Mr. Tannock recently announced his intention to retire as Chief Executive... Read more of this article
Video: April 19th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Land Tax payments due dates elapsed, City of Hamilton issues garbage collection safety reminder, Minister Walter Roban attends Ocean Conference in Greece, Patrick Tannock to retire as ABIC Chair, Agricultural Exhibition show got underway, Milan Gibbons-Thomas aims to be fastest on rock and Mia Bean on elite women inspiring junior girls are some of... Read more of this article
Teams Finalize Crews For Bermuda Sail GP
With the Bermuda SailGP approaching, teams have finalized their crew line-ups, ahead of the event which will be held next month. A SailGP report said, “Bermuda is fast approaching and the countdown to Season 4’s 11th event is on, with teams posting their full crew line-ups. “Key changes see former U.S. grinder Cooper Dressler join the... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: 2024 Agricultural Exhibition
The 2024 Agricultural Exhibition show got underway at the Botanical Gardens in Paget today [April 18]. A Government spokesperson previously said, “The three-day show will run from Thursday, 18 April through Saturday, 20 April, with gates open daily from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Minister Burch reviewed several of this year’s entries during his walkabout,... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: April 18 ZBM Evening News
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 Stories 30 Minute Video: April... Read more of this article
Bean On Elite Women Inspiring Junior Girls
[Written by Stephen Wright] Mia Bean, a Bermuda Olympic Association Women in Sport Committee board member, believes the island’s young female athletes will be inspired watching the likes of Jamaican superstar Elaine Thompson-Herah at the USATF Bermuda Grand Prix next Sunday [April 28]. Thompson-Herah, the fastest woman alive, is among the top names... Read more of this article
Land Tax Payments Due Dates Elapsed
The Tax Commissioner’s Office said they “wish to notify all individuals responsible for Land Tax payments that the designated due dates have now elapsed.” A Government spokesperson said, “Please ensure payment is made promptly, or alternatively should you require a payment plan to facilitate the settlement of your obligations... Read more of this article
Minister Attends Ocean Conference In Greece
Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban represented Bermuda at the 9th Our Ocean Conference held in Greece, which concluded yesterday [April 17]. A Government spokesperson said, “Started by the U.S. Department of State in 2014, the former Secretary of State and U.S. Presidential Climate Advisor, John Kerry, gave a keynote address at this year’s... Read more of this article
City Issues Garbage Collection Safety Reminder
The City of Hamilton asked “motorists to be mindful of garbage trucks while they are collecting refuse from around the City and to adhere to the rule to stay back at least 20 feet while the trucks are in operation.” City CEO Dwayne Caines stated, “The safety of the public as well as our City workers is paramount during collection times. We... Read more of this article
Video: April 18th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Minister Jason Hayward: Economy grew by 8.3% year-over-year, Exercise Island Warrior 24 underway, murder documentary, OBA voices support for West End Warriors, Government launches Child Abuse Prevention effort, Deanna Trott wins Abbott Real Madrid prize, Iyon Simmons looking forward to event and Special Olympics to walk Convex End-To-End are some of... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: April 17 ZBM Evening News
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 Stories 30 Minute Video: April... Read more of this article
Gibbons-Thomas Aims To Be Fastest On Rock
[Written by Stephen Wright] Sprinter Milan Gibbons-Thomas believes she had to take a break from running to realise how much she loved the sport. The 13-year-old returned to running four years ago after a short hiatus, which included the Covid-19 pandemic, having already displayed her potential by winning the under-11 girls 80 metres at the Caribbean... Read more of this article
