Archive for May, 2022
Amari Ebbin & Dominic Sabir’s Team Results
Bermudian cricketers Amari Ebbin and Dominic Sabir were recently in action for their respective teams. Amari Ebbin Amari Ebbin helped guide the University of South Wales to an 8 wicket victory over the University of Bristol. South Wales won the toss and elected to send Bristol 3rd XI to bat, they restricted them to 184/9, and Ebbin claimed a stumping. In... Read more of this article
Baroness Pamela Sharples Dies At Age 99
Baroness Pamela Sharples — the widow of the late Sir Richard Sharples, the Bermuda Governor who was assassinated in 1973 — has died aged 99. An Obituary in the Telegraph said, “Baroness Sharples, who has died aged 99, made an energetic contribution to the House of Lords for 44 years after the assassination in Bermuda of her husband,... Read more of this article
Second Spring Senior Bowling League Results
Second Spring Senior Bowling League action at the Warwick Lanes saw the league leaders Star Lites open up a two-point lead over second-placed Pinsplitters after they defeated the Drifters 4 – 0, and the Pinsplitters defeated the Islanders 3 – 1. In other matches, the Blue Angels defeated Just Kickin 4 – 0, and the Last Pin defeated the New Comers... Read more of this article
Video: May 26th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Another coronavirus-related death, 313 new confirmed Covid-19 cases, 10-year-old boy taken to hospital after collision, Garden Club donates $10,000 to Waterstart, Harbour Nights to feature over 60 vendors, Whitney students clean up in Smith’s, road sobriety checkpoints tonight, bus detours & changes on Bermuda Day, OUTBermuda appoints... Read more of this article
Somers Share Repurchases For April 2022
In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX], Somers Limited announced share repurchases and total shares in issue. The full filing stated: “Somers Limited, a financial services investment holding company, announces that during the month of April 2022, Somers purchased 78 of its own common shares at an average cost of $19.00 per share. The Shares... Read more of this article
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: May 25 2022
May 25 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,218.00, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 64 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
Bus Detours & Changes On Bermuda Day
The Department of Public Transportation [DPT] is advising that its Holiday Bus Schedule will be in effect on Bermuda Day, which will be celebrated this Friday, May 27th. “For those travelling on the bus on Friday, the DPT encourages the public’s patience as there will likely be some mild delays due to road diversions associated with the... Read more of this article
18-Year-Old Charged After Incident At Divots
An 18-year-old was charged in Magistrates Court today [May 25] in connection with the firearm incident at Divots earlier this month. ZBM reported that Josiah King was charged with counts including carrying a firearm in a public place, possession of a firearm and possessing ammunition. He was not required to enter a plea as the charges must be heard... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: May 25 ZBM Evening News
With an aim to expand the way they deliver their news to the community, the Bermuda Broadcasting Company is continuing to live stream their evening news programme online for viewers both on the island and abroad. The live video will begin at 7.00pm, and play to 7.30pm, and then the replay will be available: Related Stories 30 Minute Video: Dec 30... Read more of this article
Official Govt & Legal Notices For May 25 2022
The official Government and Legal notices for today [May 25] include appointment of marriage officer, cancellation of registration, assent, striking off, acting appointments and notice of intended marriage. Marriage Officer: Shayne Scott Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Appointment of Marriage Officer Notice ID: GN0548/2022 Public... Read more of this article
Video: Bermuda Day Holiday Press Conference
The Bermuda Police Service, Royal Bermuda Regiment Coast Guard, Minister of National Security Michael Weeks and Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport, Dr. Ernest Peets held a press conference this afternoon [May 25], regarding the upcoming Bermuda Day holiday weekend. Minister of National Security Michael Weeks remarks: Good afternoon, Firstly, I want... Read more of this article
1 Death, 313 Positive, 312 Active, 8 In Hospital
The Ministry received 9800 test results — spanning 7 days — and 313 were positive, so there are now 312 active cases, of which 8 people are in hospital, with 1 in ICU, and the Ministry confirmed that the island has recorded another coronavirus-related death, bringing the total to 138 since the pandemic began in 2020. “Sadly, Bermuda had another... Read more of this article
