Archive for November, 2017

Bermuda Signs UK CBC Reporting Agreement

This morning [Nov 29], Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt signed an “important tax agreement with the United Kingdom, a Country by Country Competent Authority Agreement,” becoming the first Overseas Territory to sign. “This agreement will complete The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development [OECD] Base Erosion... Read more of this article

Man In ICU After Two Motorcycle Collision

[Updated] A 54-year-old Warwick man is in stable condition in the ICU following a collision last night [Nov 28] in Warwick. A police spokesperson said: “At last check earlier this morning [November 29th] the rider more seriously hurt after a two motorcycle collision in the Middle Road, Ord Road Warwick area around 8:30pm Tuesday, November 28th –... Read more of this article

Actress Lana Young To Appear On Law & Order

[Updated] Bermudian actress Lana Young is set to appear in an episode of the popular ‘Law & Order SVU’ television series this evening [Nov 29]. Ms. Young posted the graphic below on Facebook and said, “Thanks Kathy Olsen and the Encompass Arts team! It’s a wee role so don’t blink, but I’m thrilled to be a part of... Read more of this article

‘Abuse Thrives In Silence, Voices Bring Change’

A Bermudian woman who was the victim of sexual abuse said it “shattered” her world and her confidence, with it taking her years to share her story with others, however now she aims to as “abuse only thrives in silence and together our voices are powerful in bringing about change.” As part of the ongoing #MeToo campaign, she shared... Read more of this article

Urban Cottage To Expand To St. George’s

“I’m not the least bit interested in doing things the traditional way – and it’s working for me so far.” This is from Nicole Golden, owner of Urban Cottage, a lifestyle boutique that opened on Front Street in 2015, and is now set to expand to a second shop, right in the heart of the Town of St. George. She said, “People are like, ‘oh... Read more of this article

NY Red Bulls Decline Option On Zeiko Lewis

The New York Red Bulls have announced roster decisions following the conclusion of the 2017 season, with the Club declining the option on Bermuda’s Zeiko Lewis. The Club said, “The Red Bulls have exercised options on Sacha Kljestan, Connor Lade, Aaron Long, Danny Royer, Sean Davis, Derrick Etienne, Jr., and Evan Louro. New York declined... Read more of this article

250 Delegates Attend Bermuda Forum In London

Leaders of Bermuda’s global business sector highlighted the breadth, advantages and significant economic impact of the island’s financial market during an awareness-raising cross-industry forum held in London yesterday by the Bermuda Business Development Agency [BDA]. Premier David Burt officially opened the day-long forum after meeting with Britain’s... Read more of this article

Football: Corona League Digicel Cup Draw Held

Digicel’s Karlandra Smith and President of the Corona League Mike McGrath presented the draw for the Digicel Cup, which is the knock out cup competition of the Corona League. “Representatives from all the Corona League teams met at the draw, and enjoyed ice cold Coronas and delicious nibbles as they wondered who they would face in the Digicel... Read more of this article

BSRA Club Championships 2017 Day #2 Results

The Bermuda Squash Racquets Association’s Club Championships continued at the Bermuda Squash Racquets Association Club in Devonshire. Men’s Open Nick Kyme beat Andrew Robinson 11-4, 11-5, 11-2 Hadleigh Farrer beat Anthony Fellowes 15-13, 11-4, 11-8 Kristian Muldoon beat D’vario Thompson 12-10, 9-11, 11-2, 5-11, 11-7 John Fletcher beat Chase... Read more of this article

Video: Nov 29th Bernews Morning Newsflash

Man dies after collision in Warwick, no criminal complaints have been made in relation to allegations against former Cornerstone Bible Fellowship clergy member, Premier Burt & Overseas Territories leaders hold meeting with British Prime Minister Theresa May, Police appeal for assistance in locating 14-year-old Hillary Coddington, volunteers honoured... Read more of this article

Freisenbruch-Meyer Continental League Results

In Freisenbruch-Meyer Continental Bowling League action the Spicenix defeated New Hope 24 – 6, the Odd Balls defeated the Under Dawgs 19 – 11, while the Cubs defeated the Nifty Rollers 17 – 13, the Pinjammers defeated Quickie Lickie Laundry 24 – 6 and The Invaders defeated Bermuda Pest Control 18 – 12. High Scratch Game Women Rochelle Harvey... Read more of this article

Bermuda High School Round Square Day

On Friday [Nov 24], students from Y5 – IB2 at The Bermuda High School took part in Round Square Day, the theme of which was “Service, Internationalism and Environmentalism.” A spokesperson said, “Round Square Day at BHS is a chance for the school community to work together to incorporate these ideals into projects which benefit the... Read more of this article