Archive for March, 2017
Matthew & Otto Retired From Storm Name List
Following the devastating impact caused by the two storms, the World Meteorological Organization has retired Matthew and Otto as storm names. NOAA said, “These two storms ravaged the Caribbean so much last year their names have been retired by the World Meteorological Organization’s Region IV Hurricane Committee, of which NOAA’s National Hurricane... Read more of this article
Photos: “Fryderyk Chopin” Ship Visits Bermuda
The Fryderyk Chopin tall ship is presently visiting the island, with the 180-foot long vessel seen in St. George’s today [March 27]. Designed by Polish naval architect Zygmunt Choreń, the ship is named after the 19th century Polish composer, and can accommodate a crew of 53, and is able to attain a maximum speed of 9kn under engine, and 16kn under... Read more of this article
Regiment Divers Gain Top Diving Qualifications
A total of six Royal Bermuda Regiment soldiers have completed a diving course run by a top US police diving school. Now the six, who all previously had rescue diver certification, are operational support divers, trained in sub-sea bomb detection, evidence recovery and body recovery after completing the course requirements of the US-based National Academy... Read more of this article
Weather Forecast For Tuesday March 28
Tuesday, March 28 is expected to be mostly cloudy and windy with showers developing later in the day, with the high to be near 20°C/68°F and the low to be near 18°C/64°F, according to Weather Underground. Winds are expected to be ENE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 75%. Sunrise will be at 7.11am and sunset will be at 7.36pm. High tide... Read more of this article
Police Urge People To Officially Report Crimes
The police said they are “aware of rumours circulating about alleged indecent activities” at an event this weekend, with people “circulating the name of an alleged suspect, along with his photograph, via social media,” with the police saying “the person named was actually incarcerated in the Westgate Correctional Facility... Read more of this article
Health Council: $84.5M Spent On Overseas Care
Bermuda spent $84.5 million on overseas care between 1st April 2015 and 31st March 2016, with $6M going toward transportation and accommodation, according to a new report from the Bermuda Health Council. “Recognising the importance of specialised overseas care to health outcomes, the Bermuda Health Council developed a report, Overseas Care: A... Read more of this article
New ‘Bermuda Triangle’ Landmark Planned
The Bermuda Tourism Authority is recruiting local artists and architects to create a “fun, interactive and iconic” Bermuda Triangle landmark at Clearwater Beach, according to a Request for Proposal document posted online today. “The Bermuda Triangle is a defining feature of Bermuda’s brand identity now so this effort is about further... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: March 27 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: Dec 30... Read more of this article
Video: 27 People To Take Part In Kia Training
Bermuda Motors are hosting Kia Technical Training at Bermuda College for Bermuda Motors Service Team, Works & Engineering Staff, Bermuda College Students and overseas guest from Cayman, Belize and Barbados. A total of 27 people will take part in the 5-day course which commenced on March 27, 2017. At a press conference held this morning,Bermuda... Read more of this article
Applications Open For Public Service Bursaries
The Government said they are currently accepting application for the Public Service Bursary Award Scheme with up to 15 scholarships annually to Bermudians pursuing post-secondary academic qualifications in a discipline, which has been identified by Government Departments, that meets the future needs of the Department. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda... Read more of this article
Video: 60 Years On The Job For Shirley Hunt
He has been working at the Elbow Beach Resort for 60 years, and Bell Captain Shirley Hunt says that he still enjoys what he’s doing and has no plans to retire yet. Bernews recently had the opportunity to meet with Mr. Hunt, and guest interviewer Charles Webbe introduced him by saying, “During the ten decades that this hotel has been in existence,... Read more of this article
Lisa Blackburn Breaks Masters World Record
Bermuda’s Lisa Blackburn made a very impressive showing at the Ontario Masters Swimming Championships in Canada this weekend, breaking the Masters World Record in the 100 freestyle. Racing at the Ontario Masters Swimming Championships in Toronto, Ontario, she shattered the Masters World Record in the 100 freestyle with a time of 58.24. Ms Blackburn... Read more of this article
