Archive for March, 2016
‘Prioritise The Expansion Of The CCTV System’
“Like many other residents, the Progressive Labour Party [PLP] was angered by the news of the robbery at T&L Budget Warehouse on St. Johns Road. Unfortunately, this was just one in a series of robberies that have been inflicted on small businesses over the past year,” Shadow Minister for Home Affairs Walter Roban said. “It is... Read more of this article
Perot Post Office Closed For Rest of Day
The Bermuda Post Office [BPO] advised the public that the Perot Post Office will be closed for the remainder of the day. “The BPO regrets this inconvenience but thanks the public for its patience and understanding,” a spokesperson said. Related Stories Delegation Attends Universal Postal Congress ‘Increased Security Measures’... Read more of this article
Photos: Inspection And Testing Of Swing Bridge
[Updated] The Ministry of Public Works opened and closed the Swing Bridge in St. Georges for inspection and structural testing purposes this morning, with some traffic delays in the area as the testing took place. In December of 2015, the Government announced that following an engineering survey they would be placing a weight restriction on Swing Bridge... Read more of this article
Intermittent Traffic Restrictions On Cemetery Rd
BELCO said they wish to “advise motorists and pedestrians that there will be intermittent traffic restrictions on Cemetery Road from Thursday, March 31st through Tuesday, April 5th to ensure their safety during ongoing work to its Fire Pump Site. The company said, “Neighbouring businesses, including Animal & Garden House, Gorhams and... Read more of this article
BHeC: Unhappy With Your Healthcare Provider?
The Bermuda Health Council and Bernews have teamed-up to answer your questions about the island’s health care system. Visit www.bhec.bm to submit your queries and look for BHeC’s response on Bernews. Question: I am not happy with my healthcare provider. Who should I talk to? And are there any repercussions for bad health care on this Island? Answer:... Read more of this article
Photos: First Cruise Ship Of 2016 For St George’s
In what marks the first cruise ship visit for the east end this year, the 436-foot long Minerva cruise ship arrived in St George’s carrying an estimated 327 passengers and 190 crew. According to this year’s cruise ship schedule [PDF], the east end is set to host five cruise ship visits this year. Related Stories Photos & Video:... Read more of this article
Football: Bermuda Advance In Caribbean Cup
French Guiana defeated Cuba 3 – 0 in the final CFU Caribbean Cup Group 3 match, which means Bermuda advance to the next round along with French Guiana. All three teams in the division picked up a win, with French Guiana topping the Group with a goal difference of +2, while Bermuda finished at 0, and Cuba finished at -2. Loic Baal gave French Guiana... Read more of this article
Wells Voted Huddersfield March Player Of Month
Bermuda’s Nahki Wells has been voted as Huddersfield Town’s March Player of the Month by Blue and White Foundation members. The club said, “The Bermudian striker received the most votes from BWF members after a good month, when he took his seasonal goal tally to 16 in all competitions with a goal in each of the wins at home to Reading and... Read more of this article
Carifta Track Team Return With A Bronze Medal
The Bermuda National Athletic Association’s 2016 Carifta Games team returned with one medal, with Sakari Famous claiming a bronze medal in the high jump. Donna Raynor, President of the Bermuda National Athletics Association, said, “We knew we had a young and inexperienced team but I feel they all performed at their best.” “We had several... Read more of this article
Fire Safety Act 2014 Comes Into Effect On April 1
The Fire Safety Act 2014 comes into effect April 1, 2016, and it will apply to all Commercial Buildings and Residential Buildings that fall outside of the remit of the Bermuda Residential Building Code. The full statement from the Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service is below: The Fire Safety Act 2014 comes into effect April 1, 2016. This new legislation... Read more of this article
Video: ‘Ocean Vet’ Trailer Highlights Series
A trailer showcasing the Ocean Vet series was recently released, giving viewers a look at the culmination of local filming, set to be broadcast as a 12-part series. The trailer opens with Bermuda at the forefront, including aerial and undersea footage, with a focus on the island’s marine life, touted as “the most amazing marine life on our... Read more of this article
Former Reserve Officers Called For History Photo
The Bermuda Reserve Police is calling all former Reserve Officers to meet at City Hall on Sunday, April 3 at 1.00pm in order to be photographed for the Reserve Police History book. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Reserve Police is calling for all former Reserve Officers who wish to be photographed for the Reserve Police History book to... Read more of this article
