Archive for April, 2023
AM Best Affirms Credit Ratings Of PartnerRe
AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating [FSR] of A+ [Superior] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings [Long-Term ICR] of “aa-” [Superior] of the operating subsidiaries of PartnerRe Ltd. [collectively referred to as PartnerRe]. Concurrently, AM Best has affirmed the Long-Term ICR of “a-” [Excellent] of PartnerRe Ltd. [Pembroke, Bermuda].... Read more of this article
Chavelle Dillon-Burgess Murder Investigation
Police continue their investigation into the murder of Chavelle Dillon-Burgess, and have reiterated their appeal for anyone with any information to please contact them. The mother of one was reported missing on April 30th, 2020, and her body has never been found. A police spokesperson said, “The investigation into the murder of Chavelle Dillon-Burgess,... Read more of this article
Regiment To Take Part In King’s Coronation
A delegation from the Royal Bermuda Regiment will take part in King Charles III’s coronation in London next weekend. A spokesperson said, “A delegation of 14 soldiers and officers will become part of Royal Bermuda Regiment history when they take their places among thousands of troops at King Charles III’s coronation in London next weekend. “Service... Read more of this article
Photo Set II: 2023 Agricultural Exhibition Held
The 2023 Agricultural Exhibition is being held this weekend Botanical Gardens in Paget, with the always popular event featuring an equestrian competition, numerous exhibits, face painting, flowers and plants, Gombeys, and more. To view the first set of photos, please click here, and you can view all our coverage of this year and past year’s Ag... Read more of this article
April 2023: Top 10 Bernews “Photo Of Day”
In an effort to provide everyone with a look at the island’s natural beauty each morning, Bernews features a “Photo of the Day” in our email newsletters and on social media seven days a week. Judging by the number of reader’s “likes”, the month’s most popular photos included the kite flying on Good Friday, trails linking South Shore... Read more of this article
Ship Diverts, Two People Need Medical Attention
On Monday [April 24], the cruise ship Celebrity Beyond – which was traveling from Florida to Azores – diverted to Bermuda to disembark a crew member and passenger in need of hospitalization. A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre spokesperson said, “Monday 24th April, 1:38 pm – Cruise ship Celebrity Beyond contacts RCC Bermuda from a position... Read more of this article
Weather Forecast For Sunday April 30
Sunday, April 30 is expected to see early cloud and a few showers, becoming drier & brighter later, with the high to be near 23°C/74°F and the low to be near 21°C/69°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 90%. Sunrise will be at 6.33am and sunset will be at 7.59pm.... Read more of this article
BSSF Senior School Championships 2023
The Berkeley Institute won the Senior School Track and Field Championships in impressive fashion accumulating a massive 672.67 points in front of a big crowd at the Flora Duffy South Field. CedarBridge Academy was the closest rival with 393.33 points. Saltus Grammar School finished in third with 261.50. J’Naz Richard from CedarBridge Academy and Jaeda... Read more of this article
R.I.S.E To Host Motivational & Healing Market
R.I.S.E. [Resiliently Inspired. Strengthened & Encouraged] will be hosting a motivational and healing market on Sunday, May 7 from 1.00pm to 5.00pm at Francis Patton Primary School. The event will include “tasty vegan creations, free massage after 2pm, door prizes at 2pm, and free yoga at 4pm.” Related Stories Compre Redomiciles To... Read more of this article
Photos: Warwick Primary International Day
Warwick Academy Primary School recently held their International Day, with the students from reception year to year six representing their country of choice. A spokesperson said, “Learning about language, culture and celebrating what makes us all different was the overriding theme of the day. They started the day with an incredible assembly as the... Read more of this article
Bermuda Motors Donates Car To College
Bermuda Motors donated a Kia Picanto car to Bermuda College in support of the hands-on training for the College’s Motor Vehicle Technology associate degree, diploma and certificate programmes. A spokesperson said, “The training car will be the most recent addition to the automotive fleet, and comes equipped with an electrical training board... Read more of this article
DeSilva-Andrade Wins Silver At World Cup
[Written by Stephen Wright] Yushae DeSilva-Andrade claimed a silver medal for Bermuda at the Boccia World Cup in Montreal. DeSilva-Andrade defeated Angeline Lawas, of Malaysia, in the semi-final, winning a thrilling tie-breaker after the game finished 5-5 before facing Yee Ting Jeralyn Tan, of Singapore, in the final, losing a hard-fought match 5-3. The... Read more of this article
