Archive for February, 2024

Three Arrested, Cash & Suspected Drugs Seized

Three people have been arrested and a “quantity of suspected heroin, drug paraphernalia, and cash” has been seized, the police confirmed today. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] issued a public advisory on 20th February 2024, concerning the suspected presence of fentanyl-laced heroin in the community, which... Read more of this article

Photos: MSA Hosts Annual Career Day

Mount Saint Agnes Academy [MSA] hosted a Career Day for Grades 10-12, offering students a diverse range of career options through engaging sessions with over 55 employers from the community. A spokesperson said, “Mt. St. Agnes Academy hosted a Career Day for Grades 10-12 on Friday, February 23, 2024. Career Day provides an opportunity for students... Read more of this article

Sol Delighted To Sponsor Magic Mile Timing

Che Barker, the Sol Petroleum Bermuda Limited retail sales executive, said he is delighted the company will be the timing sponsor for the Skyport Magic Mile on Saturday [March 2]. Mr Barker told Bernews: “Sol Petroleum, along with our Esso service stations, has always felt part of the community, so it’s great for us to be out here as the timing... Read more of this article

Aircare Technicians Complete OHSA Training

Aircare commended 42 technicians for completing their OHSA Training, covering 11 safety topics to ensure adherence to the latest standards. A spokesperson said, “Aircare Lrd today congratulated 42 technicians who have successfully completed their Occupational Health & Safety Association [OHSA] Training. “Held in late 2023, the OSHA... Read more of this article

Creatives Culture Labs Workshops To Be Held

The Department of Culture has announced the continuation of its professional development workshops for the creative community, Creatives Culture Labs, now in its second year. The Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport, Owen Darrell shared, “These workshops are aimed at enhancing the skills of creatives at all levels and offer valuable opportunities... Read more of this article

Video: Magic Mile Hosts Press Conference

[Updated with photos] The organizers of the Skyport Magic Mile are hosting a press conference today [Feb 27] to provide details about the upcoming event scheduled for March 2nd. We will have additional information later on, and in the meantime the live video is below. Related Stories Video: Skyport Magic Mile Press Conference Skyport... Read more of this article

Little Angels Thrift Store To Close Next Month

Friends of Hospice has announced that Little Angels, its pop-up store in Washington Mall, is to close next month. A spokesperson said, “The thrift and consignment store specialising in children’s clothes, toys and parenting supplies will offer 50 percent off of all priced items with extreme bargains to be had on seasonal children’s clothing.... Read more of this article

Fidelis Partners With Whitney Middle School

Fidelis Insurance Holdings – the Bermuda headquartered global specialty insurance business — announced a partnership with Whitney Institute Middle School. A spokesperson said, “Under the new agreement, Fidelis Insurance will sponsor extra tutoring for certain students between the ages of 11 – 13 for the remainder of the academic... Read more of this article

Famous Wins Southland Conference Event

Sakari Famous was crowned the 2024 Southland Conference Indoor track and field championship women’s high jump champion. Senior Famous– representing McNeese State University – defended her championship with a top leap of 1.80m or 5 feet 10.75 inches. In addition, Famous and her women’s teammates had a solid day finishing third in... Read more of this article

Bermuda To Participate In FIFA Series In March

The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] announced their participation in the upcoming FIFA Series during the FIFA Men’s International Match Calendar window in March 2024. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda is one of two Concacaf Member Associations invited to take part in this pilot project, which will run from March 18 to 26, 2024. “As Bermuda... Read more of this article

Somersfield To Host Educator’s Evening

Somersfield Academy is inviting educators across the island to an Educator’s Evening celebrating Montessori Education Week tomorrow [Feb 28]. A spokesperson said, “Somersfield Academy invites educators island-wide to join us for an Educator’s Evening celebrating Montessori Education Week. This event will take place on Wednesday, February... Read more of this article

Butterfield & Mastercard Help Raise $150K

The continued partnership between Mastercard and Butterfield during the 2023 Butterfield Bermuda Championship “played a key role in helping to boost charitable donations by $150,000,” the organisers said. A spokesperson said, “During the 2023 tournament, Mastercard pledged to match the amount of each purchase made by Butterfield Mastercard... Read more of this article