Author Archive: Bernews6
OBA: Delegates Have Spoken, Have The People?
“The delegates have now spoken, but have the people? Now that Premier David Burt has survived the leadership challenge within the Bermuda Progressive Labour Party, what does this mean for the country?” OBA Leader Cole Simons said. Mr. Simons said, “The delegates have now spoken, but have the people? Now that Premier David Burt has survived the... Read more of this article
Ministry Reminder: Covid-19 Vaccines Available
The Ministry of Health is reminding residents “that the Pfizer-BioNTech original Adult formulation, Moderna Bivalent and Pfizer-BioNTech paediatric coronavirus vaccine and boosters are available through participating GP offices, Pharmacies and Pediatricians.” Minister of Health Kim Wilson said, “Our positive case numbers remain low; however,... Read more of this article
Bus Detours On Route 10 & 11 On Saturday
The Department of Public Transportation [DPT] advised “that there will be detours for Route 10 and 11 buses due to BELCO trench work requiring the closure of North Shore Road Devonshire in the vicinity of Loyal Hill.” A Government spokesperson said, “The closure and detours will be in effect on Saturday, 22 October 2022 between 9am and... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: Oct 21 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
Child Development Program: Fatherhood Series
The Child Development Programme will be hosting a 5-week Fatherhood Series during the month of November. “We invite fathers of newborns and children birth-five to join us for a 5-week Fatherhood Series during the month of November,” said Dr. Terrylynn Tyrell, Coordinator at the Child Development Programme. “This series is for fathers, by fathers,... Read more of this article
Weather Forecast For Saturday October 22
Saturday, October 22 is expected to see some sunshine developing after a morning shower or two, with the high to be near 27°C/81°F and the low to be near 23°C/74°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 81%. Sunrise will be at 7.28am and sunset will be at 6.38pm. High... Read more of this article
Karim Creary Called To The Bermuda Bar
Appleby announced that Karim Creary was called to the Bermuda Bar before Puisne Judge of the Supreme Court of Bermuda Larry Mussenden. A spokesperson said, “Karim is currently in his second year of Appleby’s legal trainee programme. He obtained both a Graduate Diploma of Law and a Legal Practice Course certificate from The University of Law, Bristol. “Karim... Read more of this article
Video: October 21st Bernews Morning Newsflash
David Burt wins PLP leadership election and Walter Roban wins PLP deputy leader election, recent increase in thefts from parked vehicles, Supplementary Unemployment Benefit extended, Bermuda & Bahamas leaders meet at Cabinet, Karim Creary called to the Bermuda Bar, young people give feedback on draft Blue Plan, pop-up station at library to... Read more of this article
John Daly To Compete In Golf Event
Tournament officials announced today that John Daly will compete in the 2022 Butterfield Bermuda Championship at Port Royal Golf Course next week. A spokesperson said, “Tournament officials announced today that John Daly will compete in the 2022 Butterfield Bermuda Championship at Port Royal Golf Course next week. Daly, who competes on the PGA TOUR... Read more of this article
BBA Road Racing Point Series Standings
The Bermuda Bicycle Association’s Road Racing Point Series Standings have been updated with Steven Millington leading the Open Division Standings with 158 points, Steven Smith is in second with 135 points, and Toby Wright is in third with 128 points. Charlotte Millington is the leader of the Women’s Division with 167 points, Annabelle Miller is... Read more of this article
Everest Preliminary 2022 Catastrophe Losses
Everest Re Group, Ltd. announced preliminary third quarter 2022 catastrophe losses in advance of its full quarterly earnings to be released on October 26, 2022. A spokesperson said, “Everest is estimating total pre-tax net catastrophe losses of $730 million for the third quarter 2022 as detailed in the table below. All amounts are net of estimated... Read more of this article
Updating: Burt & Roban Win PLP Election
[Updating] The Progressive Labour Party [PLP] held their leadership election tonight [Oct 20], with David Burt and Walter Roban both winning their elections, so Premier Burt and Deputy Premier Roban will continue in their positions. Premier Burt had been challenged by Curtis Dickinson, while Renee Ming had stood for election as Deputy Leader. We will... Read more of this article
