Archive for January, 2017
19-Year-Old Man Injured In Devonshire Shooting
[Updated] At approx 1:30 pm, police responded to the Cable Hill, Devonshire area to what we unofficially understand was a firearms incident. Multiple police units are on scene and Bernews understands that one person may have been injured and transported to King Edward Memorial Hospital. Details are limited at this time, however we will update as able. Update... Read more of this article
Condition Updates On Injured Motorcyclists
The man injured in a crash on Harrington Sound Road on Thursday, January 19th has been discharged after receiving treatment in the hospital’s Intensive Care Unit, while the man injured in a collision on North Shore Road on Friday, December 30th has been transferred from the hospital’s ICU to a general ward in stable condition, according to police. A... Read more of this article
PLP Welcomes Recognition Of Vacation Rentals
“The Bermuda Progressive Labour Party welcomes the news that the OBA has joined the PLP in acknowledging the significance of home sharing and vacation rentals and is moving forward to formally recognise the opportunities available for Bermudians,” according to Shadow Minister of Tourism Jamahl Simmons. MP Simmons said, “Expansion of... Read more of this article
Video: Seven Nahki Wells Goals In 2016/2017
A recently released video highlights seven goals scored by Bermudian striker Nahki Wells in English football during the 2016/2017 season, each of them for his Huddersfield Town club. The video’s description says, “Ahead of Town’s next Sky Bet Championship game at home to high-flying Brighton & Hove Albion, check out a magnificent... Read more of this article
TROIKA Offering Theatre Training Workshop
TROIKA Bermuda is getting set to facilitate a Technical Theatre Training Initiative with their reprise performances of ‘The Color Purple,’ running from January 28 to February 5. A spokesperson said, “During this program participants will be exposed to various aspects of technical theatre such as lighting design, set design and props... Read more of this article
Renewed Witness Appeal In Road Fatality
Police are renewing their call for witnesses as their investigation into the crash that took the life of 62-year-old Terry Simmons continues. A police spokesperson said, “The investigation continues regarding the circumstances of the single vehicle fatal motorcycle crash that claimed the life of 62 year old Mr. Terry Simmons. “Officers are... Read more of this article
Fox To Speak On Captives In Emerging Markets
Appleby Bermuda LATAM Manager Eduardo Fox [pictured] will be speaking at the World Captive Forum, one of the longest running international captive insurance conferences in the world. Mr Fox will join over 50 highly acclaimed executive representatives and industry experts in presenting to international attendees within the captive insurance industry,... Read more of this article
Hotels Still Available During 35th America’s Cup
If you have friends, business colleagues or clients looking to travel to Bermuda in May or June for their summer vacation or specifically for the America’s Cup, bookings are still available at various island hotel properties during that period. “While locals know it is peak season for travel to Bermuda — and inventory becomes more precious... Read more of this article
Video: Facing Challenges Of Water Management
The Division of Arts and Science Corange Science public forum was held yesterday evening [Jan 25], featuring Bermudian scientist Tarik Smith speaking on the topic of “Water Engineering: Facing the Challenges of Water Management.” The segment explored population growth, environmental pollution and climate change as just some of the factors threatening... Read more of this article
Airport Project Hires Seven Bermudian Interns
Aecon Group Inc, a partner in the proposed redevelopment of Bermuda’s airport, and the Bermuda Government Department of Workforce Development have announced the selection of seven Bermudian interns. “As part of the Airport Redevelopment Project, seven Bermudians have been offered paid internships with Aecon and members of its technical team... Read more of this article
NCPG Welcomes Bermuda Casino Gaming
The National Council on Problem Gambling [NCPG] is welcoming the Bermuda Casino Gaming Commission [BCGC] as an Organizational Member. Richard Schuetz, Executive Director of the Bermuda Casino Gaming Commission, said, “We have made a commitment to the people of Bermuda that we would have a competent and well-developed Problem Gaming Program in place... Read more of this article
RFP For Art Installations At Washington Lane
The City Arts Festival has partnered with Washington Properties and identified Washington Lane as “in major need of improvement,” with a request for proposals commencing for artists to submit their installation ideas; the deadline for submissions is Monday, February 13. A spokesperson said, “Over the past two years the City Arts Festival... Read more of this article
