Archive for June, 2020
Bermuda Stroke Play Championship Final Results
The final round of the Bermuda Stroke Play Championships took place this weekend at the Port Royal Golf Course. The Men’s Bermuda Stroke Play Champion was Eric West with a total score of 214. His 3rd Round score of 77 was unable to match the very impressive 5-under par 66 in the second round, but it was sufficient to claim the title and displace the... Read more of this article
Newsflash Video & Weekend Reports, Photos
This past weekend was marred with tragedy; with 23-year-old man dying following a jet ski accident in Southampton. The weekend also saw news that Rosedon Hotel will close hotel operations for the rest of the year, a ship divert to Bermuda due to a sick crew member, the BFA football trophy presentation, the Bermuda Golf Association Stroke Play Championships... Read more of this article
Man Dies Following Jet Ski Accident
The police have confirmed that a 23-year-old man has died following a jet ski accident in the Morgan’s Point, Southampton area this evening [June 28]. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 7:00pm today, Sunday, 28th June, police and other first responders were dispatched to a report of a jet ski accident off of Morgan’s Point, Southampton. “It... Read more of this article
Police Appeal To Locate Roger Richardson.
The police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating 57-year-old Roger Richardson who was reported missing today “after relatives grew concerned for his wellbeing, having not seen or heard from him in just over two weeks.” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is seeking the public’s assistance in... Read more of this article
Premier Responds To Petition About U.S Flights
Following the launch of a petition calling for the Government to not allow flights from the USA due to their high rates of Covid-19, Premier David Burt has responded saying that “our testing requirements for visitors are the most stringent in the world and are designed to keep our residents and visitors safe” and “it is vital that... Read more of this article
Weather Forecast For Monday June 29
Monday, June 29 is expected to see thunderstorms, with the high to be near 28°C/83°F and the low to be near 24°C/76°F according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be S. The relative humidity is expected to be near 85%. Sunrise will be at 6:15am and sunset will be at 8:30pm. High tide will be at 3:39am and 4:23pm, while low tide... Read more of this article
Video: Nahki Wells Scores For Bristol City
[Updated with video] Bermuda’s Nahki Wells scored for Bristol City as they played to a 2-1 loss against Sheffield Wednesday today [June 28]. The club’s match report said, “City’s return to Ashton Gate didn’t go to plan as, despite Nahki Wells heading home his third goal in Robins colours, they slipped to a second defeat in a row. “Connor... Read more of this article
Covid-19: Over 10 Million Cases Worldwide
With the Covid-19 pandemic continuing to affect countries around the globe, the number of confirmed cases worldwide has now surpassed ten million, with over 499,000 deaths worldwide, and the United States having the most confirmed cases and deaths in the world. CNN reports, “The US leads with the most deaths and confirmed cases worldwide.... Read more of this article
Vessel Pulled Free After Running Aground
A vessel was pulled free during high tide after running aground in the vicinity of Coney Island. A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre spokesperson said, “Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre was advised by a member of the public that the 31ft Power Craft West Wind was hard aground in the vicinity of Coney Island. “The Coast Guard on patrol in... Read more of this article
Photos: BFA 2019-20 Trophy Presentations
Premier David Burt, Minister of Community and Sports Lovitta Foggo Bermuda Football Association [BFA] President Mark Wade, BFA First Vice President Shannon Burgess and Appleby’s Kanelli Marsh presented the League Champion Trophies for the 2019/20 season on the Cabinet Grounds. The Premier Division Champions North Village Rams were followed by... Read more of this article
Golf: BGA Stroke Play Championships Day Two
Eric West continued his impressive play during the Second Round of the Bermuda Golf Association’s Stroke Play Championships that was once again played under near perfect conditions at the Port Royal Golf Course. West followed up his First Round Even Par with a 5-under par 66 during the Second Round, West had 6 Birdies, 11 Pars, and 1 Bogey, he has... Read more of this article
Clemons & Dalkurd Draw With GIF Sundsvall
Willie Clemons and his Dalkurd FF remain unbeaten in the Swedish Superettan Premier Division after they drew 1 – 1 with GIF Sundsvall on the road. The Bermudian footballer started the match on the bench, with Dalkurd taking the lead in the 16th minute through an own goal. Pontus Engblom equalized for the home team in the 31st minute as they played... Read more of this article
