Archive for December, 2021

Video: Dec 29th Bernews Morning Newsflash

Two motorcyclists injured in collision in Sandys, shooting in Pembroke with no injuries reported, Acting Premier Diallo Rabain and MP Michael Dunkley pay tribute to Archbishop Desmond Tutu, Toronto Star highlights actor Daren A. Herbert, Wallpaper Wednesday features the Bermuda flag in a butterfly design, and 263 cases announced so far this month are... Read more of this article

Wallpaper Wednesday: Bermuda, Butterfly, 2022

The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series — which marks the last one of the year — is a New Year theme, featuring the Bermuda flag in a butterfly design, set in a golden circle. The design is also available below in two versions as Facebook profile cover images, and you can check back on Bernews every Wednesday... Read more of this article

Shooting In Pembroke, No Injuries Reported

Following reports of gunshots, police attended the Deepdale Road area in Pembroke this evening [Dec 28] and have confirmed that a “number of live rounds as well as spent shells were recovered.” A spokesperson said, “Police attended Deepdale Road, Pembroke shortly after 10:00 o’clock this evening, Tuesday 28th December 2021, having... Read more of this article

Two Motorcyclists Injured In Collision In Sandys

[Updated] Two men were transported to hospital this evening [Dec 28] following a two vehicle collision in Sandys. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before 7pm on Tuesday 28th December, police and first responders were dispatched to a report of a two vehicle collision just east of Woody’s Drive in Sandys. “Details are limited however,... Read more of this article

Weather Forecast For Wednesday December 29

Wednesday, December 29 is expected to see a mix of sun and cloud with the chance of a shower or two, with the high to be near 23°C/74°F and the low to be near 20°C/68°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be west. The relative humidity is expected to be near 84%. Sunrise will be at 7.19am and sunset will be at 5.22pm.... Read more of this article

Acting Premier Pays Tribute To Archbishop Tutu

[Updated] Acting Premier Diallo Rabain today [Dec 28] paid tribute to the late Archbishop Desmond Tutu, calling him “a fearless visionary.” Acting Premier Rabain said, “A fearless visionary. The international outpouring of love and admiration is simply incredible as the world remembers this humble man who led a movement founded in... Read more of this article

Results: Three Bermudian Footballers Overseas

Teams that include Bermudian footballers Kole Hall, Reggie Lambe, and Willie Clemons were recently in action. Kole Hall Kole Hall and his Radcliffe teammates left Skuna Stadium empty handed as Atherton’s first half goal by Gaz Peet was enough to claim all three points despite a spirited second half Radcliffe performance. Reggie Lambe & Willie... Read more of this article

Toronto Star Highlights Actor Daren A. Herbert

Bermudian Daren A. Herbert will see the second season of his series ‘Pretty Hard Cases’ hit television screens next month, and the Toronto Star has highlighted the actor’s experience on set in the lead up to the release. The story said, “One of the first things Daren A. Herbert did when he met Adrienne C. Moore, who’s one of... Read more of this article

Results: Premier & First Division Football

Footballers in both the Premier Division and First Division were recently in action on Monday, with North Village Rams, Somerset Trojans, and BAA all earning wins. Premier Division North Village Rams 2 Dandy Town Hornets 0 At the Bernard Park, the North Village Rams handed the Dandy Town Hornets their first Premier Division defeat of the season, picking... Read more of this article

Bermuda Sailors Begin Orange Bowl Regatta

Bermuda sailors recently started competing in the 2021 Orange Bowl Regatta off the Coral Reef Yacht Club in Florida. The weather conditions made it a challenging day for the organizers, so only one race in each class was able to be completed. Sophia Dias, Sam Redburn, Noah Amaradasa, Dylan Menzies, Oliver Soares, Jack Adderley, Evan Davis, and Nina... Read more of this article

Manders Crowned MTM Masters Champion

Gavin Manders and David Thomas recently competed in the Manders Tennis Management Christmas Bowl Masters Final at the Fairmont Southampton tennis courts. Manders and Thomas shared some fierce battles in years past, and the first set of this encounter was no different. Both battled the conditions of high winds and sand blowing against a tough opponent. Both... Read more of this article

Elan Daley Wins Gold Medal In 100M Freestyle

Elan Daley continued competing at the Ontario Junior International Swim Meet in Canada, representing Markham Aquatic Club. Daley competed in the women’s 18 years and younger age group division. Daley finished sixth in the 50m breaststroke preliminaries touching the wall in a time of 33.10 and then finished sixth in the final in a personal best time... Read more of this article