Author Archive: Bernews6

Photos, Video, 360: Pedal For Paralympics

The Pedal for Paralympics event is taking place today [Feb 19] — starting at Royal Naval Dockyard in Sandys this morning and finishing at Ferry Reach Park in St George’s — with cyclists coming out to support the Bermuda Paralympic Association to raise funds towards Bermuda’s elite para-athletes competing abroad at the World Championships,... Read more of this article

Premier Burt: Gaming ‘Law Must Be Amended’

“Almost nine years after the previous administration passed the Gaming Act, Bermuda does not have a casino,” Premier David Burt said, adding that “the law must be amended.” In delivering the 2023 Budget, the Premier — who is also the Minister of Finance — said, “Amendments made since that time have not been... Read more of this article

Empowered Shopping Village To Host 4 Events

Empowered Shopping Village will continue their Black History celebrations with four events including the presentation of ‘Parenting 101’ on Monday, February 20 at 6.30pm, ‘Improving Quality of Life’ on Tuesday, February 21 at 12.30pm, ‘They Paved The Way For Us’ on Thursday, February 23 at 7.00pm, and the ‘One Love Street Jam’ on Tuesday,... Read more of this article

Photos/Video: BZS Lionfish Chowder Competition

[Updated] The Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] held an Eat’Um to Beat’Um Lionfish Chowder Competition event this afternoon [Feb 18] at the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo [BAMZ], with crowds of people coming out to taste the various chowders. A spokesperson previously said, “The Bermuda Government has provided free admission to the BAMZ facility... Read more of this article

Carrick To Return For National Championships

[Written by Stephen Wright] Taylor Carrick will return to the island from his studies in Canada in a bid to win his first men’s title in the Gnosis National Squash Championships at the Devonshire courts next month. The 21-year-old, who studies at the University of Western Ontario, faces a formidable challenge in the form of Noah Browne, the defending... Read more of this article

Nahki Wells Scores 10th Goal Of Season

[Written by Stephen Wright] Nahki Wells scored his tenth goal of the season after converting a penalty in added time to earn Bristol City a point away at Sunderland in the Sky Bet Championship today [February 18]. City trailed to Jack Clarke’s fine strike in the 59th minute but were awarded a penalty late on when Jay Dasilva was fouled by Alex Hume. Wells’... Read more of this article

Weather Forecast For Sunday February 19

Sunday, February 19 is expected to see some sunny spells, with the high to be near 19°C/67°F and the low to be near 17°C/62°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 65%. Sunrise will be at 6.58am and sunset will be at 6.08pm. High tide will be at 7.33am and 7.53pm, while... Read more of this article

Video: February 18 Bernews Morning Newsflash

Premier David Burt announces changes to payroll tax, Fee increases: Court fees, top land tax & more, ‘Regulatory Authority cannot set standards for emissions’, Cabinet approves Morgan’s Point project, CedarBridge students complete boxing course, one lane closure on Front Street for paving, couple with Bermuda ties breaks kiss record... Read more of this article

Inspired Launches Two New Programs

Inspired announced the launch of two new programs: The Social Media Basics Bootcamp, beginning on Monday, February 20th, and The Inspired Hub Membership, officially opening on Thursday, February 23rd. A spokesperson said, “As small business owners know, online marketing is essential to success. However, social media can be overwhelming, especially... Read more of this article

Over 250 Students Visit National Gallery

Over the past three weeks over 250 students have visited the Bermuda National Gallery to explore Simplicity of Form: Unfolding Abstraction, a new exhibition produced by the contemporary art museum in partnership with the Green family, which “brings together a world-class selection of artworks, examples of which are found in the most significant... Read more of this article

Chamber Of Commerce Response To Budget

The Bermuda Chamber of Commerce released a response to the 2023 Budget, saying that “while we expect there is much relief in the local business community with respect to the budget, the island’s large debt burden continues to be the Damocles sword that hangs over the economy.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Chamber of Commerce commends... Read more of this article

Fee Increases: Court Fees, Top Land Tax & More

The Government “will not be implementing an across the board increase in fees that would impact all government services” Premier David Burt said, adding that there will, however “be adjustments to fees to support the Government’s necessary infrastructure investment” and the some fees will increase by 5% including, but not limited... Read more of this article