Author Archive: Bernews3

Video: Sunday Oct 8th “Good News” Spotlight

News that the Bermuda National Robotics Team will be competing in the first Global National Robotics Olympics in Singapore, the BTA is “thrilled” that Bermuda was ranked number one by Condé Nast, Selina Wellman, Nisha Samuels, Lucy Costa, Keema Wilson, and Dionne Trott received Professional Administrative Certification of Excellence awards,... Read more of this article

Photos/Video/360: Warwick Academy Market Fair

[Updated with 360] Warwick Academy held a Homecoming Fair and Artisan Market today [Oct 7] from 10.00am to 3.00pm. The event included the market, games, food stalls, musical performances, tours of the school, a staff dunking tank, and more. Related Stories Photos, Video & 360: Warwick Academy Fair Photos: Warwick... Read more of this article

BWS: Tropical Storm Warning Has Ended

[Updated] The Tropical Storm Warning has ended as of this afternoon [Oct 6] and a gale warning remains in effect, the BWS said. The Bermuda Weather Service said, “The Tropical Storm Warning has been ended. Tropical Storm Philippe continues to challenging. It has become absorbed by a non-tropical low pressure system to the west. The National Hurricane... Read more of this article

Live Updates: Ben Smith Wins Bye-Election

[Updating] The bye-election in Smith’s South was held, with the OBA’s Ben Smith winning with 73.24% of the vote, defeating the PLP’s Mischa Fubler who earned 26.76%. The bye-election had been called due to the resignation of Cole Simons, who had held the seat for twenty years, and will mark a return to the House of Assembly for Ben Smith,... Read more of this article

Planet Math To Host Car Wash Fundraiser

[Updated] Planet Math will host a car wash fundraiser aimed at supporting Bermuda’s students in enhancing their math skills. A spokesperson said, “The event will be on Saturday, October 7 and Sunday, October 8 at the Butterfield & Vallis parking lot on Woodlands Road, and it promises to be a fantastic day of community engagement and philanthropy. “The... Read more of this article

Phone Outside Somerset Station Out Of Service

“The station phone located outside the Somerset Police Station and which is used by members of the public to call for service after hours, is currently out of service,” the police advised. A police spokesperson said, “Efforts are being made to have the service restored as quickly as possible. In the interim, persons attending the... Read more of this article

Department of Immigration Updates On Permits

The Department of Immigration [DOI] has provided an update on work permit applications. A Government spokesperson said, “DOI can advise that all submissions, including those made before September 20th, are still being processed, and while documents cannot be printed, employers will be informed of any decision. “Meanwhile, all work permit... Read more of this article

Bermuda College Campus Closed Tomorrow

Due to the expected effects of Tropical Storm Philippe tomorrow [Oct 6], the Bermuda College campus will be closed. A spokesperson said, “Please be advised that the Bermuda College campus will be closed tomorrow, Friday, October 6, as a result of Tropical Storm Phillipe. Morning classes will be conducted remotely by faculty. “An assessment... Read more of this article

Philippe To Make Closest Approach On Friday

[Updated] Tropical Storm Phillipe is a “threat to Bermuda”, the Bermuda Weather Service said, with its closest point of approach to Bermuda within 72 hours forecast to be 82 NM to the west at 2:00pm on Friday [Oct 6], with the BWS noting that “this system may move closer to Bermuda after this time period.” Graphic courtesy of the... Read more of this article

Dr Eva Naomi Hodgson Racial Justice Gala

On October 21st at Pier 6 in Hamilton, CURB will host an awards ceremony and banquet honouring the life and legacy of Dr. Eva Naomi Hodgson. A spokesperson said, “The evening’s theme is ‘Black & Gold’, and it will be a night of inspiring speeches, impactful stories, a silent auction and raffle, local entertainment and the recognition of... Read more of this article

Bermuda Named ‘Top Island’ By Condé Nast

Bermuda has been named by Condé Nast Traveler as the top island in the “Caribbean and the Atlantic” category, earning the top score of 90.14. The top 20 list featured on the Condé Nast Traveler website follows below: 1. Bermuda 90.14 2. St. Barts 90.02 3. Anguilla 89.71 4. St. Lucia 89.34 5. Turks and Caicos 88.95 6. Nevis 88.93 7. Puerto... Read more of this article

Kaden Hopkins On First Season With Vendee U

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian cyclist Kaden Hopkins believes his tactical decision-making has improved significantly after a successful debut season with Vendee U – and says he is ready to embrace his new role as a team leader. The 23-year-old finished the season strongly on Sunday at the Paris-Connerré, a 173.5-kilometre road race, placing... Read more of this article