Archive for October, 2019
CedarBridge Academy Annual Co-Curricular Fair
CedarBridge Academy recently held their annual Co-Curricular Fair, where students enjoyed music, had the opportunity to sign up, and spoke with faculty and representatives from different organizations who offer co-curricular activities at the school. A spokesperson said, “Co-curricular Activities are an important component at CedarBridge Academy,... Read more of this article
Column: ‘Halloween Nightmare Of Policies, Tax’
[Opinion column written by OBA Senator Marcus Jones] As a child growing up, Halloween was my least enjoyable celebration. Although candy and chocolates were part of the bounty accumulated during a night of Trick or Treat, it was those fun-loving children masquerading as witches and ghosts that scared me the most. But the good thing about this annual... Read more of this article
ACCA Members Officially Recognised In Bermuda
The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants [ACCA] says that it welcomes the Bermuda Government’s amendments to the Chartered Professional Accountants of Bermuda [CPA Bermuda] Act of October 21 that formally recognises ACCA members on the island. A spokesperson said, “The amendments made to the Act allow ACCA members to refer to themselves... Read more of this article
Photos: First Bermuda Climate Risk Forum Held
Michael Bloomberg joined Premier David Burt and climate champions from science, business and government at the first Bermuda Climate Risk Forum highlighting policy and pathways to a cleaner environment. Some 150 delegates turned out for yesterday’s inaugural event, presented by Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] in association with the Bermuda Institute... Read more of this article
2019 WISTA International AGM & Conference
Representatives from the Women’s International Shipping and Trading Association [WISTA] Bermuda are attending the 2019 WISTA International AGM and Conference this week in Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands. A spokesperson said, “The President of WISTA Bermuda Angelique Burgess said the week will be filled with a host of meetings and activities. The... Read more of this article
Food & Beverage Contracts For New Airport
Bermuda Travel Concessions has been awarded the food and beverage concession in the new airport terminal. A spokesperson said, “Skyport today announces Bermuda Travel Concessions has been awarded the food and beverage concession in the new state-of-the-art terminal and plans are in place to create three uniquely distinct eateries with Bermudian... Read more of this article
Football: Berkeley Win BSSF Over 16 Six-A-Side
Zaire Smith scored twice in the final to lead the Berkeley Institute Gold team to victory over CedarBridge Academy Blues in the Bermuda School Sports Federation’s Over 16 Six-a-Side final at the Clyde Best Centre for Excellence. Smith gave Berkeley a 1-0 halftime lead, Wahhaj Shakir pulled one back for CedarBridge before Smith rifled home a spectacular... Read more of this article
Recalling John Witherspoon’s Bermuda Concert
Local fans of beloved actor and comedian John Witherspoon were this week mourning his death and recalling the veteran funny man’s concert appearance in Bermuda in 2011. Born in Detroit, Michigan, Mr. Witherspoon began his career in stand-up comedy in the 1970s. He was probably best known for playing Ice Cube’s father in the hit 1995 movie... Read more of this article
Football: Dudley Eve Semi-Finals Results
Defending champions Robin Hood will meet the Dandy Town Hornets in the Dudley Eve final following semi-final play at the BAA Field. Robin Hood 3 – PHC Zebras 1 Robin Hood needed extra time to advance to the final and have the opportunity to defend their title with a 3 – 1 win over the PHC Zebras. An own goal in the 18th minute gave Robin Hood... Read more of this article
Elan Daley Breaks 20 & 30 Year Old Records
Elan Daley recently competed in the Hall of Fame Swim Meet held at the Etobicoke Olympian. Daley was on the podium eight times and broke three Bermuda records along the way, competing in the Girls 13/14 Year Old Age Group Division. During the 100m Butterfly, Daley touched the wall in a time of 1.03.25, which saw her finish second; her time broke Emma... Read more of this article
Video: October 31st Bernews Morning Newsflash
Happy Halloween, four men arrested after police pursuit, Instagram Video 101 live training will be held on November 5, Dr. Ewart Brown will release his book in November, Bosom Buddies donates $71,253 to PALS, BMA staff donation drive benefits Lefroy House, Bermuda College Foundation officially launched, ‘Birth of the Bab’ Bicentenary tree planting,... Read more of this article
Second Spring Senior Bowling League Results
In Second Spring Senior Bowling League action saw the Islanders defeat the Blue Angels 4 – 0, Just Kickin went down 3 – 1 to the Drifters, the Pinsplitters defeated the Last Minutes 4 – 0 and the New Comers went down 4 – 0 to the league leaders Last Pin. Men Handicap Game: McNeil Simmons 234, Richard Norville 226, Charles Pearman 217 Men Handicap... Read more of this article
