Archive for August, 2019
QUEST To Introduce New School To Bermuda
A new school called QUEST, which is “dedicated to providing students with a unique option in the educational market,” will be introduced in Bermuda in September 2020. A spokesperson said, “QUEST is a new school dedicated to providing parents and students of Bermuda with a unique option in the educational market. QUEST intends to provide... Read more of this article
CURB: Truth & Reconciliation Conversations
Citizens Uprooting Racism in Bermuda [CURB] announced that the next Truth & Reconciliation Community Conversations will begin on Wednesday, September 25th. A spokesperson said, “The next Truth & Reconciliation Community Conversations begin Wednesday 25th September at the Human Rights Commission from 6:00 – 8:30 pm, and will run for 7... Read more of this article
Two Scholarships As A Tribute To Vickie Smith
[Written by Don Burgess] A loving tribute has been paid to a former nurse in the form of two scholarships. Vickie Smith passed away of natural causes on February 24, 2017. As a way to remember her dedication to the profession, her mother, Julia Smith, donated $20,000 to be split evenly between nursing students Donnalyn Smith and Milton Outerbridge.... Read more of this article
McGinger Comic Series: ‘Happy Bermuda Pride’
[Written by McGinger Design Lab] In the twenty-first of a comic series from McGinger Design Lab said they ”congratulate members of the LGBTQI community for raising awareness and understanding on important issues within our community. On behalf of our team, we wish you a happy Bermuda Pride 2019!” Related Stories Photos & Video:... Read more of this article
Vejay Steede Column: ‘Four Verses & A Comma’
[Opinion column written by Vejay Steede] It’s Pride Week! What a wonderful time we live in! Seeing the outpouring of support and well wishes for Bermuda’s LGBTQ community recently has been distinctly heartwarming. We are, it seems, making progress toward true enlightenment. Acceptance of what most heterosexual, cisgender Bermudians would probably,... Read more of this article
DFI Set To Hold ‘White Chair Wisdom’ Event
The Designed for Impact [DFI] Women’s Conference will be holding an event dubbed ‘White Chair Wisdom’ on November 8 at the Fairmont Southampton A spokesperson said, “Designed for Impact – Bermuda’s largest Women’s Conference and Event Series – together with presenting sponsor Ascendant, returns this fall for White... Read more of this article
Video: August 29th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Jessica Lewis wins gold medal in record setting style, Governor John Rankin on Pride Parade, scholarship tribute to Vickie Smith, Adam Hall named to Postseason All-Stars, Sol Petroleum Bermuda donates $5, 000 to BIOS, Beth Neale breaks diving record off Bermuda, and Sub Aqua Club hold marine clean up are some of the stories in this morning’s [August... Read more of this article
Steps To Mental Wellness Walk & Community Fair
BMHF will be hosting its first inaugural Steps to Mental Wellness Walk and Community Fun Day on Saturday, October 12, 2019 from 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm sponsored by Chubb, John Barritt & Son Ltd. and The Market Place. “This initiative intends to raise awareness about mental wellness as well as breaking the stigma surrounding getting the mental... Read more of this article
Police Community Outreach Clinics Today
The police will be holding Community Outreach Initiatives at the Chatterbox Café in Hamilton and at Cousins Variety in St. George’s today [Aug 29]. Chatterbox Café in the City of Hamilton Sergeant Stephen Gunn of the Community Action Team [which includes Parish Constables] will be starting a new community outreach initiative at the Chatterbox... Read more of this article
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Aug 28 2019
August 28 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 1,919.37, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 56 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Nov 6 2026 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Nov 5 2026 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report:... Read more of this article
Jessica Lewis Wins Gold Medal, Sets New Record
[Updated with videos] Bermuda’s Jessica Lewis has capped off a tremendous showing at the Parapan American Games by racing to victory in the 100m race this evening [Aug 28] in Peru, claiming her third medal of these games in record setting time. She came into the race as the defending gold medalist and reigning Parapan record holder, and her time this... Read more of this article
Bacardi Fountain Lights Up In Rainbow Colours
[Updated with video] Bacardi Limited has expressed their support for the upcoming Bermuda Pride Parade, and have illuminated the fountain at their building in rainbow colours in honour of the event. A spokesperson told Bernews, “At Bacardi, we pride ourselves on being inclusive and support policies of equality just as we seek diversity in our... Read more of this article
