Author Archive: Bernews3

Berkeley Institute Appoints Stephanie Lee

The Berkeley Institute has appointed Stephanie Lee as the school’s first Development & Communications Officer. A spokesperson said, “With 125 years of history, The Berkeley Institute has been a pillar of education in the community, producing generations of well-rounded citizens making purposeful and meaningful contributions to Bermuda and... Read more of this article

Public Reminded To Call BELCO Before Digging

BELCO is reminding the public and contractors “to call before they dig or trench, especially when in the vicinity of visible BELCO infrastructure.” A spokesperson said, “Additionally, underground cables may exist even in areas where no BELCO infrastructure may be readily visible. “As a reminder, contacting BELCO before digging... Read more of this article

Consumer Affairs Launches New Website

The Ministry of Legal Affairs and Constitutional Reform have announced the official launch of the newly designed Consumer Affairs website. A Government spokesperson said, “As part of the design and development of the new website, deliberate attention was taken regarding the technological needs of the public and the issues faced by Bermudian residents... Read more of this article

E-Tax Filing Deadline Extended To Tomorrow

The Office of the Tax Commissioner advises that “e-tax filing for the period of April, May, and June has been extended until July 20, 2023.” A Government spokesperson said, “Mandatory e-filers are reminded that they are required to file online. To set up filing online, please visit www.etax.gov.bm and select ‘register.’ “As... Read more of this article

BPS Offers Safety Reminder Regarding Children

With children’s summer programmes currently underway, the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is offering residents general safety advice. A police spokesperson said, “With a variety of summer programmes involving a number of children currently underway, the Bermuda Police Service reminds residents of some general safety advice. Water Activities “Children... Read more of this article

Dylan Hollis Featured In Wall Street Journal

Bermudian Dylan Hollis – who has millions of followers on TikTok – has been featured in a Wall Street Journal article that focuses on his recipe for Kiskadee Fantasy, a dessert dish created on the island nearly 70 years ago. The Wall Street Journal website said, “Too often, today, we relegate baking to the cold-weather months. Yet... Read more of this article

Actress Brooke Burfitt Starring In ‘Grey Matter’

Brooke Burfitt is starring in the upcoming movie ‘Grey Matter,’ with the film set to premiere later this month. A spokesperson said, “Brooke Burfitt, known for her role in the Lifetime movie set in Bermuda “Maternal Secrets”, stars in the upcoming British film ‘Grey Matter,’ which will premiere at the Canadian... Read more of this article

Meet SSEP Youth Entrepreneurs On Friday

On Friday [July 21], the Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] will host a meet and greet on the City Hall lawn from 11.00am to 2.00pm for Summer Student Entrepreneur Program participants. A spokesperson said, “This will be an opportunity for the participants to introduce their businesses to the community and gain valuable experience... Read more of this article

BHB Awards Scholarships To 13 Students

Bermuda Hospitals Board has awarded a total of $130,000 in scholarship funds to support the education and career development of 13 students pursuing healthcare-related fields. The recipients include Jordan Bascome, Dymond DeSilva, Shani Tucker, Addi Teye-Botchway, Addon Teye-Botchway, Ceola Wade, Ronnelle James, Fatima Muhammad, Tiontae Thomas-Clarke,... Read more of this article

Review: Rosalie Gardens In The Spotlight Again

[Written by Dale Butler] Rosalie Gardens on 35 Angle Street, Hamilton was officially opened July 10, 2021 by former entertainer Bobbie Smith. Named in honour of my mother, Rosalie Stella Butler, the garden has a variety of plants from citrus and vegetables to flowers. After the opening, 16 jazz shows were added to The Heartbeat of Hamilton, a title... Read more of this article

Appleby Bermuda Welcomes 13 Summer Interns

Appleby is welcoming 13 Bermudian students – Jasmin Brown, Mya Gibbons, Guielle Bean, Harley Rouwhorst, Max Blakeney, Megan Lau, Imani Bell, Miaya Pereira, Jeremias Pietila, Ice’ces Jackson, Skye Oliveira, Jada Rogers-Ingemann, and Danni Watson – to its 2023 summer internship programme. A spokesperson said, “The internships, which... Read more of this article

Govt: Learn More About Tourism Investment Act

The Government is encouraging “existing restaurants, visitor excursions and attractions, and cultural sites and artistic activities that cater to the tourism experience” to learn more about the amended Tourism Investment Act [TIA] 2017. A Government spokesperson said, “The public is reminded that the Minister of Tourism and the Cabinet... Read more of this article