Archive for December, 2018
Video: Dec 29th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Police confirmed a man was shot in St David’s early this morning; Dr Grant Gibbons, Mark Norman, Michael Winfield, Meredith Ebbin, Janeiro Tucker and Sean Tucker honoured in Queen’s New Years list; Bermuda expected to host an estimated 544,000 cruise ship passengers next year, Police will be conducting road sobriety checkpoints tonight,... Read more of this article
Results: Somersby Classic Bowling League
In Somersby Men’s Classic Bowling League action at the Warwick lanes saw Team Unsponsored defeat Team Metro 17 – 13, Phones Plus went down 26 – 4 to Team Amstel, while the Goslings Black Seal defeated the New Mix Ups 19.5 – 10.5 and Team Reliv defeated the TBI Highspeeders 24 – 6. High Games 290 Alex Gibbons 266 Renalda Bean 256 David... Read more of this article
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Dec 28 2018
December 28 saw 2,603 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $80,688.00 BD. 2,603 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing up 1.6% at $31.00 per share. The BSX finished at 1,961.99, up 1.16% on the day. There was 1 advance, 0 declines, and 58 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF],... Read more of this article
Police Confirm Man Shot Outside St. David’s CC
[Updated] Emergency services responded to a shooting incident early this morning [Dec 29] at the St. David’s Cricket Club property, where Bernews unofficially understands, a man has been shot and transported to King Edward Memorial Hospital by ambulance. Multiple police vehicles and armed officers can be seen in the area. Further details are limited... Read more of this article
Bermuda Sailors Begin Orange Bowl Regatta
The 2018 Orange Bowl International Youth Regatta got underway off the shores of Miami, with Bermuda fielding a team. Three races were sailed on the opening day of racing with Sebastian Kempe leading the 212 Optimist Fleet with three wins for his 3 points, Kempe leads the Red Fleet as well. Rachael Betschart is in 29th place in the Red Fleet and in 40th... Read more of this article
Queen’s New Year’s Honours List Revealed
Her Majesty the Queen has recognized a number of Bermudians in her annual New Year’s Honours List, with Dr Grant Gibbons, Mark Norman, Michael Winfield, Meredith Ebbin, Janeiro Tucker and Sean Tucker all being honoured for their contributions. Her Majesty The Queen has recognised the following people in her annual New Year Honours List: Officer of... Read more of this article
Official Govt & Legal Notices For Dec 28th 2018
The official Government and Legal notices for today [Dec 28] include an election notice, Acting Appointments, Notification of application for development plan, PATI Contracts valued $50,000 or more, Trademark Applications and Assent. Notice Of Polling Day For Extraordinary Municipal Election Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Elections Notice... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: Dec 28 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
Weather Forecast For Saturday December 29
Saturday, December 29 is expected to be mostly cloudy with gusty winds developing, with the high to be near 22°C/71°F and the low to be near 20°C/68°F, according to Weather Underground. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 71%. Sunrise will be at 7.19am and sunset will be at 5.22pm. High tide will be at 1.46am... Read more of this article
Hamilton Bus Kiosk Closing Early Today
The Department of Public Transportation [DPT] is advising that the Central Kiosk at the Hamilton Bus Terminal will close at 5:30 pm today [Dec 28]. “The kiosk will operate under normal hours tomorrow from 8:15 am until 6pm,” a spokesperson said. “The DPT apologizes for any inconvenience and thanks the public for their cooperation.” Related... Read more of this article
Motorcycle Collision On Middle Road In Warwick
Emergency services have responded to a collision on Middle Road near Belmont Hills Drive in Warwick this afternoon [Dec 28], that appears to involve two motorcycles. Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service personnel and police are on scene, and two people have been transported to King Edward Memorial Hospital by ambulance. Further details are limited at this... Read more of this article
Cruise Visitors To Increase To 544,000 Next Year
The Ministry of Tourism and Transport said they are “encouraged by the projected rise in cruise ship visitors outlined in the recently released 2019 Cruise Ship Schedule, saying that next year “the island is expected to host an estimated 544,000 cruise ship passengers – 68,000 more than were hosted in 2018.” Minister of Tourism... Read more of this article
