Author Archive: Bernews6

Arnold Astwood Dies Following Collision

[Updated] The police have confirmed the death of 50-year-old Arnold Astwood following a collision in Southampton, and said that a “51-year-old-male has been arrested.” A police spokesperson said, “Around 9:45pm on Monday 20th February, Police and other first responders were dispatched to a report of a serious collision on South Road,... Read more of this article

Video: BNV Interview With Dr Duranda Greene

Bermuda College President Dr. Duranda Greene is joining Bernews at 4.15pm this afternoon [Feb 21] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series. Dr. Greene — along with Randy Horton, Ellen-Kate Horton, and Robert Horton who will also be BNV guests this week — is being honoured by the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club for... Read more of this article

Police: Khyber Heights Rd Temporarily Closed

Police “are currently dealing with a situation in the area of Khyber Heights Road, Warwick” and “as a result, the length of Khyber Pass between Middle Road and Spice Hill Road has been temporarily closed. A police spokesperson said, “We would like to thank the public for their patience, as we work to resolve this matter.” Related... Read more of this article

Fairmont Southampton Provides Update On Plan

Construction at the Fairmont Southampton hotel is “due to begin in the next quarter,” the “first priority will be to renovate the hotel” which “will continue to feature 593 guestrooms and they will all be completely refurbished and modernized” and a “new SDO application is in the process of being submitted”... Read more of this article

Video: February 21 Bernews Morning Newsflash

Man dies following collision, rescued seal being treated at BAMZ, Code Red carnival costume launch, sand seals ‘rooting for’ rescued seal, Arts Centre’s ‘Island Life’ show, BF&M offer new $20,000 Postgraduate Scholarship and Pinky’s Drive-Thru opens creating 60 new jobs are some of the stories in this morning’s [Feb 21] Bernews... Read more of this article

BUEI To Screen ‘The Whale’ On February 25

Screening this Saturday [Feb 25] in BUEI’s Tradewinds Auditorium is the Academy Award nominated film, ‘The Whale’, starring Brendan Fraser. A spokesperson said, “In what has been called ‘one of the best performances and one of the best movies of the year,’ the film is about a reclusive English teacher, Charlie [played by Fraser] who attempts... Read more of this article

30 Minute Video: February 20 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

‘Privacy In Bermuda, Are We Ready for PIPA?’

The Bermuda chapter of ISACA announced today that it will be hosting a panel discussion on privacy and data protection titled ‘Privacy in Bermuda and Beyond: Are We Ready for PIPA?’ at its AGM on March 1st 2023 starting 5.30pm at the Royal Hamilton Yacht Club. A spokesperson said, “The panel will feature Dr. Marisa Stones, Senior Analyst... Read more of this article

Weather Forecast For Tuesday February 21

Tuesday, February 21 is expected to see some sunny breaks with a few showers, easing overnight, with the high to be near 22°C/72°F and the low to be near 18°C/65°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 89%. Sunrise will be at 6.56am and sunset will be at 6.10pm. High... Read more of this article

Police: Help Locate 51-Year-Old Jay Ming [Found]

[Updated] The Bermuda Police Service said they are “seeking the public’s assistance in locating 51-year-old Jay Ming.” A police spokesperson said, “Mr. Ming is described as bald with a greying beard and was last seen wearing green pants and a grey jacket. “His last known location was the Frolic Lane, Horseshoe Road Southampton area... Read more of this article

Video: Premier Burt On 2023/24 Budget

Premier David Burt will be holding a press conference at 3.00pm this afternoon [Feb 20] to discuss the 2023/24 Budget. The live video should start at around 3.00pm, and in the meantime, you can view all our coverage of the 2023 Budget here. Update: The live broadcast has concluded and the replay is below Related Stories Cole Simons On Pre-Budget,... Read more of this article

Photos: Code Red Carnival Costume Launch

Code Red BDA 2.0 launched their carnival costumes at an event on Sunday afternoon [Feb 19] in St George’s, as they gear up for the 2023 Carnival in Bermuda, which will be held from June 16 – 19. You can view footage from their launch below, and all our coverage of Carnival in Bermuda by clicking here. Related... Read more of this article