Archive for January, 2017
Robin Hood Teams Donate To Kids In Uganda
The Robin Hood football and netball teams donated gifts to a northern Ugandan children’s home this past Christmas in order to “ensure that these children enjoyed a Merry Christmas.” The home, which operates under the Children of Hope charity, is set in the war-torn city of Gulu, an area suffering from the fighting between the Lord’s... Read more of this article
Annual Bermuda Motorsports Expo On Jan 29
The Bermuda Association of Motorsports is getting set to present the free first annual Bermuda Motorsports Expo at RUBiS Southside Raceway in St. David’s on January 29 from 12.00pm to 5.00pm. The event will feature power boat, go-kart, motocross and road racing bike displays; fun-kart and minibike race demonstrations; information on getting involved... Read more of this article
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Jan 25 2017
January 25 saw 4,100 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $27,755.00 BD. 3,500 shares were traded by Bermuda Aviation Services Ltd, closing down 6.3% at $3.00 per share, while another 500 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing up 0.5% at $33.15 per share. 100 shares were traded by Ascendant Group Limited, closing... Read more of this article
Dog Training Lectures & Workshops Next Week
The Dog Training Club and Avonlea Agility are bringing in two trainers from the United Kingdom to hold evening talks and daytime workshops from January 31 to February 5. The trainers are described as “lots of fun, very experienced with lots of different types of dogs and are dynamic speakers and teachers, for a week of fun dog activities and talks.” Evening... Read more of this article
Video: Interview With Premier Michael Dunkley
Premier Michael Dunkley sat down with Bernews today [Jan 25] for a live interview on our Facebook page, discussing a wide range of topics including the protest on December 2nd outside the House of Assembly, and the Airport Redevelopment Project. Speaking with guest interviewer Jeremy Deacon, Premier Dunkley also touched on the 35th America’s Cup,... Read more of this article
Video: Restaurant Weeks At Rosa’s Restaurant
The third live video in Bernews’ behind-the-scenes series on Restaurant Weeks provides a look at Rosa’s Restaurant Manager Kara Simmons and Head Chef Jamuel Pesigan as they put the finishing touches on Bermuda-inspired dishes like Bermudian Broccoli and Onion Soup, Be There Tomorrow Stew with a side of macaroni and cheese or peas and rice, and... Read more of this article
Video: Minister Fahy On Vacation Rental Market
“There is an untapped potential here in Bermuda, a vacation rental market that can be a source of revenue and security to many Bermudian households”, according to Minister of Tourism, Transport and Municipalities Michael Fahy. Minister Fahy said today [Jan 25], “This would be a fantastic opportunity for Bermuda and also increase the... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: ZBM Evening News For Jan 25
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: Dec 30... Read more of this article
Weather Forecast For Thursday January 26
Thursday, January 26 is expected to be mostly sunny skies with gusty winds developing later in the day, with the high to be near 22°C/72°F and the low to be near 20°C/68°F, according to Weather Underground. Winds are expected to be WSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 75%. Sunrise will be at 7.16am and sunset will be at 5.46pm. High... Read more of this article
New Framework Agreement For America’s Cup
A vision for the future of the America’s Cup has been agreed upon by current competitors that they said “would see long-sought stability and continuity in the competition for the oldest trophy in international sport.” “This is a hugely significant moment for the America’s Cup,” said Sir Russell Coutts, a five-time winner of the Cup... Read more of this article
MSA Set To Celebrate Catholic Schools Week
Mount Saint Agnes Academy will be joining in on the international celebration of Catholic Schools Week from Sunday, January 29 until Saturday, February 4. Past and present students, parents and staff are encouraged to take part in a host of events to “reconnect and raise awareness of the value of a Catholic education.” Starting with a special... Read more of this article
Column: Questions About Actions On Dec 2nd
[Opinion column written by Chris Famous] “What transpired in Bermuda last Friday was disheartening to see and unacceptable. Let me be very clear, I don’t condone the violence that occurred against our citizens and was deeply troubled by what occurred.” – Premier Michael Dunkley It has been painful to read the thousands of negative... Read more of this article
