Archive for March, 2018
Moth World Championship Racing Postponed
With Bermuda firmly in the grasp of a high-pressure system racing was postponed today [March 31] at the Bacardi Moth World Championship. Principal Race Officer David Campbell-James tried to get some racing when he sent the fleet on the water around 1400 hours when the wind on Great Sound was blowing around 7 knots. But the hope for racing diminished... Read more of this article
Video & Photos: MP Ming’s Easter Egg Hunt
MP Renee Ming, Dame Jennifer Smith and the members of PLP C#1 Branch held their 12th annual Easter egg hunt this afternoon [March 31] at East End Primary School. The event included an appearance by the Easter Bunny, egg hunts, games, refreshments, races, food, a candy bar, party bags and more. Premier David Burt attended the event with with his children,... Read more of this article
Weather Forecast For Sunday April 1
Sunday, April 1 is expected to be partly cloudy skies in the morning will give way to cloudy skies during the afternoon, with the high to be near 21°C/70°F and the low to be near 17°C/63°F, according to Weather Underground. Winds are expected to be SE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 80%. Sunrise will be at 7.07am and sunset will be... Read more of this article
Column: ‘Your Voice Must Be Heard’
[Opinion column written by Opposition Leader Jeanne Atherden] “Your voice must be heard: A call to the women of Bermuda to get involved in politics… your strengths can and will make a difference to Bermuda’s future” … Jeanne Atherden, JP MP Opposition Leader As we approach the end of National Women’s History Month, a time to reflect, recognize... Read more of this article
Photos, Video & Results: FEI World Jumping
[Updated with photos + results] The final phase of the 2018 FEI World Jumping Challenge [FEI WJC] is taking place today [March 31] at the National Equestrian Federation on Vesey Street in Devonshire. The FEI WJC provides Bermuda riders with an opportunity to compete against other countries without the need to travel overseas, as competitors from 10... Read more of this article
Photos: Sandys South Hold Easter Egg Hunt
MP Jamahl Simmons and the members of the PLP Constituency #33 Sandys South branch are hosting an Easter Egg Hunt today [Mar 31] at White Hill Field. “It’s a great chance to see the Easter bunny and participate in some other fun activities as a family,” said area MP Jamahl Simmons, who serves as the Minister of Tourism and Economic Development. Related... Read more of this article
Bermuda Optimist Sailors Competing In Uruguay
The 2018 Optimist South American Championships, hosted by the Yacht Club Uruguayo, in Montevideo, Uruguay, is underway with a fleet of 168 sailors taking part. Seven young sailors are representing Bermuda; Sebastian Kempe, Christian Ebbin, Magnus Ringsted, Ahzai Smith, Laura Hupman, Nicole Stovell and Rachael Betschart. After five races, 2017 North... Read more of this article
Motorcyclist Injured In West End Collision
Emergency services responded to a collision this morning [March 31] on Somerset Road near the junction with Scott’s Hill Road that appeared to involve a car and motorcycle. Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service along with ambulance personnel tended to the injured motorcyclist before she was transported to King Edward Memorial Hospital for treatment.... Read more of this article
Shipping Schedule: Week Starting March 31
The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday March 31st. On Saturday the Riviera cruise ship is expected, and on Monday the Oleander and the Somers Isles container ships will arrive. On Tuesday the Sorlandet tall ship is scheduled to arrive, and on Thursday the... Read more of this article
16-Year-Old Male Charged With Murder In UK
A 16-year-old male has been charged with murder in connection with the death of 17-year-old Bermudian Lyrico Steede in England, marking the fifth person charged with murder and the sixth person charged in connection with Lyrico’s death. The Nottinghamshire Police said, “A 16-year old boy, who cannot be named for legal reasons, has been charged... Read more of this article
Video: March 31st Bernews Morning Newsflash
16-year-old male charged with murder in connection with the death of 17-year-old Bermudian in UK, seven local designers to be featured in Bermuda Fashion Festival, reenactment of Jesus’ crucifixion, St. George’s Good Friday run and walk, Good Friday at Horseshoe Bay, Good Friday at Warren Simmons Field, PHC Good Friday Run & Walk, Hill... Read more of this article
BUEI Set To Present Four Events In April
The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute’s [BUEI] is getting set to present four events, including “The Final Frontier: Space-Age Technology, Deep-Sea Exploration and Shipwrecks” with Dr. James P. Delgado on Thursday, April 5 at 7.30pm, “A Street Cat Named Bob” on Thursday, April 12 at 7.30am, “Submergence” on Sunday, April 15 at 5.15pm,... Read more of this article
