Author Archive: Bernews3

PanAm Record For Most Nations Medaling

The 2023 Pan American Games set a new record for the number of countries that won medals, with 34 nations on the medal table, including Bermuda, who won a bronze medal thanks to cyclist Conor White’s performance, marking the island’s first medal since Dame Flora Duffy won a bronze back in 2015. Bermuda’s Conor White won a bronze medal... Read more of this article

Audio: CBS First Cut Podcast On Golf Event

The First Cut, a CBS podcast, has offered a preview of the upcoming Butterfield Bermuda Championship, which is set to be held from November 9 to November 12 at the Port Royal Golf Course. Hosted by Rick Gehman and Greg DuCharme, the podcast discusses the upcoming Butterfield Bermuda Championships, noting that it is a “really cool venue”... Read more of this article

Column: Understanding Belco Fuels

[Column written by Denise DeMoura] A few people have asked me to help them understand more about Belco. So I’m going to try: starting with fuels and the generators that turn them into electricity. It’s overwhelming just trying to understand the differences between the types of fuel that Belco could potentially use–and the many different names... Read more of this article

Video: Premier Burt Press Conference

[Updated] Premier David Burt is conducting a media briefing today [Nov 6] to “address and discuss various initiatives outlined in the Throne Speech.” We will have additional information later on, and in the meantime the live video is below. Update Nov 6, 4.34pm: Premier Burt’s remarks follow below: Good afternoon, and welcome to members... Read more of this article

15-Year-OId Golfer To Compete In PGA Event

[Written by Stephen Wright] Oliver Betschart was just seven years old when he hit his first hole-in-one, and this week the 15-year-old will become the youngest player to compete in a PGA Tour event since 2014 when he tees off in the Butterfield Bermuda Championship. It happened on May 11, 2016, on the 148-yard, par 3, third hole at Port Royal Golf Course,... Read more of this article

Police ‘Inquiries’ Into Indecent Exposure Incident

[Updated] The police have confirmed they have started “inquiries into an incident of indecent exposure which is alleged to have occurred at the north field of the National Sports Center.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service has begun inquiries into an incident of indecent exposure which is alleged to have occurred at the... Read more of this article

Video: Sunday Nov 5 “Good News” Spotlight

News that Debi Ray-Rivers was awarded the Roman Catholic Church’s Peace and Social Justice award, Bermuda earned a 4-2 win over Barbados in the Concacaf Road to W Gold Cup series, Andreaz Glasgow was awarded the Young Caribbean Professional Network’s Scholarship, and Fortitude Reinsurance has donated $100,000 to the Bermuda Education Network were... Read more of this article

Scott Barnes Eyes Podium In Vegas Event

[Written by Stephen Wright] Karting driver Scott Barnes will look for a third successive podium finish in the Shifter Masters class at the Skusa SuperNationals in Las Vegas, starting on Wednesday [November 8]. Barnes achieved his best finish at the SuperNats, the most prestigious karting race in North America, last year, finishing third, having placed... Read more of this article

Multiple Vehicle Collision On Trimingham Road

[Updated] Motorists are being advised to expect delays on Trimingham Road in Paget due to a multiple vehicle collision this afternoon [Nov 3]. The Bermuda Police Service said, “Reported multiple vehicle collision on Trimingham Road, Paget. Currently, details are limited. Motorists travelling in the area should expect delays. Traffic travelling... Read more of this article

Live Video Replay: 2023 Throne Speech

[Updating] The Convening of Parliament will take place this morning [Nov 3], with the 2023 Throne Speech to be delivered, outlining the Government’s legislative agenda for the year ahead. We will post the full speech later today and in the meantime, the live video is below. The 92-minute live video replay is below: Your screen will automatically... Read more of this article

‘Dear Future Wifey Podcast’ Event On Nov 18

Laterras Whitfield, an actor and Emmy nominated filmmaker, will be the star attraction at an event organised through Women of Living Water Global [WOLW] at the Willowbank Resort and Conference Centre on November 18. Mr Whitfield will bring to the island his award-winning Dear Future Wifey Podcast, which explores the intricacies and nuances of relationships... Read more of this article

BHB Thanks St. George’s Trust Company

Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] is offering its thanks to St. George’s Trust Company for its $10,000 donation toward “purchasing equipment and supporting blood donation for the Bermuda Blood Donor Centre.” BHB Consultant Haematologist Dr Eyitayo Fakunle said, “We are deeply grateful to St. George’s Trust Company. This generous... Read more of this article