Author Archive: Bernews3

Police Confirm Death Of Kirk Butterfield

The police have identified the victim of this morning’s [Aug 28] road traffic collision as 54-year-old Treadwell Kirkland Butterfield, marking the twelfth road fatality of 2023. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the identity of the victim in this morning’s fatal road traffic collision as 54-year-old... Read more of this article

Temporary Suspension Of Orange Route Ferry

The Orange Route Ferry service is suspended until further notice due to a “mechanical issue with the bow loading ramp at Hunter’s Wharf.” A Government spokesperson said, “As of today, Monday, 28 August 2023, the Orange Route Ferry [St. George's] is temporarily suspended until further notice. The suspension results from a mechanical... Read more of this article

‘Each One Reach One’ Back To School Event

Gina Spence Productions’ [GSP] ‘Each One Reach One’ back to school event was held on Saturday [Aug 26] at CedarBridge Academy. A spokesperson said, “We serviced over 400 children with gently used clothing items and distributed limited gift cards; Gibbons donated cash coupons to the families. “We still have over 300 children... Read more of this article

BAMZ Welcomes Three New Small Clawed Otters

The Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo [BAMZ] has announced the birth of three Asian small-clawed otters. A post on Facebook said, “The BAMZ is happy to announce the birth of three Asian small-clawed otters. Proud parents Raakshas and Zucchini gave birth to two boys and one girl recently. They will be on and off exhibit as they attend to their... Read more of this article

Caesar Places Third At Masters Olympia

[Written by Stephen Wright] Ross Caesar has claimed a third-place finish in the men’s classic physique at the International Federation of Bodybuilding and Fitness [IFBB] Pro League Masters Olympia in Cluj, Romania, this weekend. Caesar was up against some of the world’s elite competitors at the prestigious event, held at the BT Arena, which made... Read more of this article

OBA’s Ben Smith To Run In By-Election

[Updated] The OBA announced that Ben Smith — a former MP who currently serves in the Senate — will be their candidate for the by-election in Smith’s South on October 5th. A spokesperson said, “The One Bermuda Alliance is pleased to announce that Ben Smith, JP, has been confirmed as its candidate to run in the October 5 by-election. “Currently... Read more of this article

Video: Sunday August 27th ‘Good News’ Spotlight

News that the Royal Bermuda Regiment’s Recruiting & Career Management team – Stg. Damir Armstrong, Lance Corporal Zjah-Quana Bean, and Private Nikolas Roach – earned the PSEA award, the BPSU presented 12 recipients with awards, and the Chubb Charitable Foundation Bermuda awarded scholarships to Kiara Burcher and Destani Warner were all... Read more of this article

Aug 29: Flushing Water Disruption In St George’s

Due to the “possibility of Tropical Storm Franklin affecting the island,” a planned temporary disruption in the flushing water supply will commence on Tuesday, August 29, depending on the situation post-storm. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works would like to update residents and stakeholders in St. George’s... Read more of this article

Dancer Courtney Lopes On Realising Her Dream

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian dancer Courtney Lopes’ career trajectory is a lesson in the power of perseverance. She always dreamed of joining the acclaimed Mark Morris Dance Group [MMDG], auditioning four times before being accepted into the Brooklyn-based company as a “supplementary dancer”. A few months later, she was offered... Read more of this article

Adventure-Themed Camp Inspires Boys

[Written by Stephen Wright] Intrepid youngsters participated in activities and games during a recent three-day excursion on Darrell’s Island as part of an adventure-themed camp. Organised by Fun Camps BDA for boys aged 8 to 12, the event encouraged positivity, self-esteem, critical thinking, bonding and trust building. More than 30 boys attended the... Read more of this article

Photos & Video: Harbour Night Event

In celebration of Pride 2023, a Harbour Night Takeover event was held on Front Street yesterday [Aug 23], The event was hosted by Marcus Zebra and featured DJ LA, a high heel race, a live drag makeup demonstration, a wide variety of local vendors and more. Related Stories Photos & Video: Court Street... Read more of this article

Four Students Receive Maritime Scholarship

Four students – Logan Soares, Angelino Madeiros, Daque Davis, and Nasir Rudolph – have received $12,000 in awards from the Bermuda Maritime Scholarship for 2023. A spokesperson said, “Four students have received $12,000 in awards from the Bermuda Maritime Scholarship for 2023. “Logan Soares is at the University of Southampton... Read more of this article