Author Archive: Bernews3
SailGP Info Session For Vendors Today & Feb 28
The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] has partnered with SailGP and the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] to host a series of question and answer sessions on the vendor and service provision opportunities SailGP is looking to fill, with the first session to take place today [Feb 24]. A spokesperson said, “SailGP will launch their Season... Read more of this article
BE Solar Celebrates 12 Years In Business
BE Solar is celebrating 12 years in business, with the company “focusing on helping people make sensible investments in high quality, reliable and clean energy solutions for their homes and businesses.” A spokesperson said, “Eighty-six years ago, Bermuda Engineering Company Ltd. was founded by renewable energy pioneer Gordon Hamilton... Read more of this article
Football: Wolves, Cougars & Trojans Win
Three football matches took place recently, with Wolves and the Devonshire Cougars advancing to the Shield and Friendship semi-finals, while the Somerset Trojan remain in seventh place. Shield Quarter-Final: Wolves 2 – St. David’s 1 At the BAA Field, Wolves took the lead in the first half through a Jason Davis strike. St. David’s got a second... Read more of this article
STIs Decrease Amid Curfews & Stay At Home
Reported sexually transmitted infections [STIs] decreased by 39% in 2020, with the decrease attributed to factors including the “stay-at-home orders and curfews that were in place.” The first curfew was instituted in March 2020, and in April 2020 a State of Emergency was declared and the ‘Shelter In Place’ order was in effect,... Read more of this article
Minicars Up From 40 In 2017, To 195 In 2020
Since initially being introduced in 2017, the number of rental minicars in Bermuda has continued to rise, increasing from 40 in 2017 to 195 in 2020. This is according to the Bermuda Digest of Statistics, which noted that there were 40 in 2017, 89 in 2018, 191 in 2019, and 195 in 2020. The Bill to allow the minicars passed in Parliament in 2016, and... Read more of this article
Football: PHC & X-Roads Match Rescheduled
The Bermuda Football Association has announced that the match between PHC and X-Roads has been rescheduled for March 16. A spokesperson said, “Please be advised the following postponed Premier Division match from Sunday, February 20th between PHC/X-Roads has been rescheduled for Wednesday, March 16th at 9:00pm at Goose Gosling Field.” Related... Read more of this article
New Field Hockey Coach: Kovin Moodley
The Bermuda Hockey Federation has introduced their new coach, Kovin Moodley. A spokesperson said, “Kovin hails from South Africa and brings with him a tremendous passion for field hockey along with a proven record in coaching. He is an FIH Level 2 Hockey Coach and a Technical Director for SportWays, a Dutch company – the oldest and largest organizers... Read more of this article
Free Teen Yoga Program Starts In March
The ‘As I Am’ teen yoga program will start in March, with the free programme being offered for 14 to 17 year olds on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Bermuda Society of Arts in City Hall. The event poster says, “Your instructor Tiffany Paynter has been practicing yoga for 11 years and is certified to teach to all levels by the Yoga Alliance,... Read more of this article
Photos: Glenn Jones On Billboards In Boston
Bermudians who travel through the Boston area may see a familiar face as Glenn Jones – who recently made his on-air debut as an anchor and reporter for NBC 10 news – has been featured on billboards in Boston. The talented journalist was hired by NBC10 Boston late last year, and when making the announcement, President and General Manager, NBC10... Read more of this article
Bermuda Track Athletes Compete Overseas
Four Bermuda track and field athletes — Caitlyn Bobb, Zakayza Parsons, Inshan-Nae Smith, and Zekiah Lewis — recently competed overseas. Caitlyn Bobb & Zakayza Parsons Caitlyn Bobb and Za’Kayza Parsons represented the University of Maryland, Baltimore County [UMBC] women’s track and field team at the Liberty Open. Bobb won the women’s... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Personal Empowerment Initiative
An event was held at City Hall yesterday [Feb 21] to highlight efforts being made to increase the opportunity for further learning and education at Westgate Correctional Facility. The project is being spearheaded by eight volunteers, including Tulani Bulford, Glenn Fubler, Kim Jackson, Malcolm Kirkland, Norbert Simmons, Sharon Swan, Lynne Winfield,... Read more of this article
Review: HindSight & Tino Martinez Quintet
[Written by Dale Butler] Last weekend, two local bands – within four blocks of each other on Front Street in the city of Hamilton – played before thirsty local fans eager to enjoy a romantic evening with quality music. Although venues have been closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there was no evidence that our musicians had fallen asleep.... Read more of this article
