Archive for January, 2019
62-Year-Old Injured Man Remains Stable In ICU
The 62-year-old man who was “seriously injured” when a car struck him in Hamilton parish on January 17th remains in stable condition in the hospital’s ICU, according to police. A police spokesperson said, “At last check this morning [January 30th] the 62-year-old Hamilton parish man seriously injured when a car struck him as he walked... Read more of this article
Video: Kitchen Flooding Due To Burst Water Pipe
The Fairmont Southampton’s Jasmine Cocktail Bar and Lounge kitchen area experienced a “burst water pipe” over the weekend which resulted in some flooding that was “immediately handled” according to the resort. A Fairmont Southampton spokesperson said, “Overnight on Saturday, the resort experienced a burst water pipe... Read more of this article
EssentialSavings Introduces Grocery Coupons
A husband and wife duo, Ephraim and Kristin Divine, have launched a coupon program for grocery store shoppers in Bermuda called EssentialSavings. Through printable coupons accessible by email, shoppers can get instant savings on everyday products. “EssentialSavings launched on January 11th at Lindo’s Group of Companies with seven coupons... Read more of this article
Bermuda Fashion Festival Call For Participants
The City of Hamilton will be hosting the annual Bermuda Fashion Festival from July 7 – 14, 2019 and Savvy Entertainment will produce and manage the event for the City. The Bermuda Fashion Festival is seeking previous and new retailers, salons, and designer participants to join in on the celebration of 10 years of success. A spokesperson said, “For... Read more of this article
OBA: ‘Removal Of CEO Should Ring Alarm Bells’
[Updated] “The removal of Tawanna Wedderburn as the CEO of the Bermuda Health Council should ring alarm bells,” Shadow Minister of Health Patricia Gordon-Pamplin said, adding that “this is a highly respected professional who was removed from her job without any public explanation.” Background In December of last year, the Bermuda... Read more of this article
Warwick Academy To Host Fun Run & Walk
Warwick Academy will be hosting a Fun Run & Walk on Sunday, February 3rd at 2.00 pm starting on Morgan Road and traveling on to Harbour Road which will see a temporary closure from Morgan Road to Tamarind Vale, according to organizers. A spokesperson said, “The event is to be held starting from here at Warwick Academy at 2 pm. There are... Read more of this article
Commercial & Mixed Majors Bowling Leagues
In Commercial Bowling League action at the Warwick Lanes saw the League Leaders BPS Blue Lanterns go down 3 – 1 to B.T.C. second place Secret Weapons defeated the Spinners 4 – 0, while the third place team the Pin Pushers defeated We Do It Big 4 – 0. Sweet Life defeated the Sunset 3 – 1, while the Braves defeated the Super Stars 3 – 1 and... Read more of this article
Hail Provided Natural Lesson For Students
Staff and students at one local school turned yesterday’s hail shower into a learning opportunity, with the children getting a real life example of a weather phenomenon they had previously studied in the classroom. The Early Years and Milepost 1 Students at Chatmore British International School were delighted to extend their day of learning with... Read more of this article
CedarBridge Academy To Host Health Fair
CedarBridge Academy is getting set to host a Health Fair on January 31 from 1.30pm to 5.00pm at the Upper Floor of the Administration Building. A spokesperson said, “Becoming healthy has become a major focus for everyone these days. Changing habits is challenging, a major learning process. In an effort to encourage a healthy lifestyle, School... Read more of this article
Seminar Held On How To Reduce Electricity Bill
The Women’s Resource Centre and BELCO recently partnered to host a workshop entitled ‘Use Less, Save More’: How to Reduce your Electricity Bill. “The one hour Free Lunch & Learn was sponsored by BELCO. The objective was for women to gain tools to lead energy efficient households and learn new methods to reduce their electricity costs. BELCO... Read more of this article
Video: January 30th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Reports of hail up to 1/2” around the island, public meeting will be held at 6pm tonight on the Pre-Budget Report. ESTU said the announcement that Ascendant is evaluating a potential sale has raised concerns,project by Saltus students will raise funds for charities, BASA and their member clubs to host a swim camp, delay in garbage collection... Read more of this article
RenaissanceRe Report Net Loss Of $83.9M
RenaissanceRe Holdings reported a net loss attributable to RenaissanceRe common shareholders of $83.9 million, or $2.10 per diluted common share, in the fourth quarter of 2018, compared to a net loss attributable to RenaissanceRe common shareholders of $3.5 million, or $0.09 per diluted common share, in the fourth quarter of 2017. Operating income... Read more of this article
