Author Archive: Bernews6
Latest Bermuda Softball League Results
Despite rain causing the postponement of half of the week’s tournament, softball action took place with a number of matches held. In D Division action, Killawhat knocked Five O’s from their perch as the only undefeated team with a thrilling come-from-behind 12 – 8 win. Five O’s erased a 3-run deficit in the bottom of the 1st inning scoring five... Read more of this article
Bike Race To Be Held On Govt House Grounds
Fat Tire Massive, organisers of the One Communications Mountain Bike Series, announced that the 2022/23 season will kick off with a first-ever race on the grounds of Government House on November 20th. A spokesperson said, “Her Excellency Ms Rena Lalgie has agreed to open the grounds of Government House on Sunday, November 20, to host the first race... Read more of this article
Apply For Raleigh Bermuda Scholarships
Raleigh Bermuda’s 2023 Venturers’ Scholarship Programme is now open for young people ages 17 – 24 years old to apply. A spokesperson said, “If accepted into the programme, the Venturer Scholarship-Based Programme will subsidize local training and a local/overseas expedition cost with a value of up to $12,000. “Raleigh Bermuda’s Venturer... Read more of this article
RBRA Wants To Hear From Former Soldiers
Did you serve in the Royal Bermuda Regiment, The Bermuda Rifles or the Bermuda Militia Artillery? If so, the Royal Bermuda Regiment Association [RBRA] wants to hear from you. A spokesperson said, “The Royal Bermuda Regiment Association [RBRA] wants to hear from you! The RBRA was formed in February 2020 on the eve of the Covid 19 Pandemic to promote,... Read more of this article
Covid: 60 Positive, 65 Active, 2 In Hospital
The Ministry received 2,648 test results — spanning 7 days — and 60 were positive, so there are now 65 known active cases, of which 2 people are in hospital. A Government spokesperson said, “Since the last update, the Ministry of Health received 2,648 test results, and 60 were positive for the coronavirus. “These results are from testing... Read more of this article
Video: PLP Annual General Conference
[Updated] The Progressive Labour Party [PLP] is holding their Annual General Conference opening night today [Oct 19] and you can tune in and watch live below. According to an email from the PLP, tonight’s line up will include: Welcome to 57th Annual General Conference – Party Chair, J Dawn Simmons Opening Prayer – Sis. Kellianne Smith Moment... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: Oct 19 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
Weather Forecast For Thursday October 20
Thursday, October 20 is expected to be cloudy with occasional showers and the chance of thunder, with the high to be near 26°C/79°F and the low to be near 22°C/72°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 88%. Sunrise will be at 7.26am and sunset will be at 6.41pm. High... Read more of this article
Chris Furbert Supports David Burt For Leader
“I have no hesitation in supporting him to continue as Party Leader and Premier,” BIU President Chris Furbert said in advance of the PLP’s leadership election tomorrow night which will see the delegates select between the current PLP Leader David Burt and Curtis Dickinson. Chris Furbert — the President of the BIU and a lifelong... Read more of this article
BHB: ‘Plea For People To Become Blood Donors’
Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] is “calling for members of the public to donate blood, especially people with O positive blood” and asking people to please call 236-5067 to make an appointment. Consultant Haematologist Dr Eyitayo Fakunle said: “Stocks of O positive blood in particular are currently lower than we want, and we are making an... Read more of this article
Reduced Hours At Lamb Foggo For One Month
The Bermuda Hospitals Board advised that the Lamb Foggo Urgent Care Centre [UCC] ”will close on weekdays from Wednesday 19 October, for at least a month.” A spokesperson said, “The UCC will remain open during its usual hours on weekends from 9am to 9pm. This only relates to urgent care services, and does not impact the weekly Integrated... Read more of this article
City Guidelines For Safe Trash Collection
The City of Hamilton is advising City residents, businesses and road users of “some general trash etiquette which should be followed to keep both trash truck operators and the public safe.” A spokesperson said, “Please remember to be ‘KIND’ to our City refuse collectors: K – Keep your distance from trash trucks when driving [at... Read more of this article
