Author Archive: Bernews3

Smith & Penruddocke Compete In Colombia

Bermuda’s participation in the 2021 Junior Pan American Games continued in the sport of sailing, with Benn Smith and Adriana Penruddocke taking to the water. Two races were sailed in some difficult conditions on a lake in Colombia; sailors launched and had to travel some 40 minutes to the course, but with no wind, sailors were made to wait for an... Read more of this article

U.S. To ‘Tighten Pre-Departure Testing Protocols’

[Updated] The United States will tighten pre-departure testing protocols “by requiring all inbound international travelers to test within one day of departure globally, regardless of nationality or vaccination status.” Reuters reported, “The U.S. is moving to require that all air travelers entering the country show a negative COVID-19... Read more of this article

Minister Furbert Highlights Christmas Campaign

Minister of Social Development and Seniors Tinee Furbert is helping to bring awareness to the Salvation Army’s Red Christmas Kettle Campaign, saying “we must ensure that our most vulnerable populations are provided for.” Minister Furbert said, “I am thankful to have attended the kick-off event on Wednesday, December 1st at City... Read more of this article

Tenth Batch Of Covid Vaccines To Arrive

The tenth delivery of Covid-19 vaccines is set to arrive in Bermuda today [Dec 2] Government House said. Government House posted online, saying, “A 10th delivery of vaccines to Bermuda arrives on Island today. Each journey is around 3,600 miles from Northern England to Bermuda with an unbroken cold chain in shippers which lasts only 84 hours. “The... Read more of this article

Harness Pony Racing Season Continues

The 2021/22 Harness Pony Racing Season recently continued at the National Equestrian Center. Google Me with Kiwon Waldron in the bike clocked a winning time of 1:04&3 in heat 6 of the 1:03&4 & Faster Time Bar Class, while Candyce Martins in the bike of Double Time finished second by clocking 1:04&4, and Colin Mello in the bike of ItsAllAboutMe... Read more of this article

Dr Douglas Featured In Jaylen Brown’s Video

Bermudian professor, author and speaker Dr. Ty-Ron Douglas was recently featured in a mini-doc entitled ‘Return to Berkeley,’ which was produced by NBA all-star Jaylen Brown of the Boston Celtics and Brown’s brand ‘Juice.’ Dr. Douglas had the opportunity to partner with the Celtics’ guard during Brown’s visit to his alma mater,... Read more of this article

City Of Hamilton Launches Free Parking Initiative

The City of Hamilton will be launching its Three For Free holiday parking initiative again this year, following the success of last year’s programme. A spokesperson said, “The initiative will allow for holiday shoppers to park in City Hall Car Park and Number 1 Car Park for free for the first three hours from December 13th to 24th [8am to 6pm,... Read more of this article

Steven Lambert Jr & Jayson Jackson Appointed

The Bermuda Government Consolidated Board of Trustees announced the appointments of Steven Lambert Jr. as Head Golf Professional at the Port Royal Golf Course and Jayson Jackson as the Head Golf Course Superintendent of Bermuda Government Golf Courses. A spokesperson said, “These two key senior management level appointments are with immediate... Read more of this article

MarketPlace Christmas Parade Traffic Advisory

[Updated] The Ministry of Public Works has issued a traffic advisory for the MarketPlace Christmas Parade, which will take place this Sunday [Dec 5] from 5:00 pm until approximately 7:30 pm, traveling from Shelly Bay to Heron Bay. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works wishes to inform motorists that the MarketPlace Ltd. will... Read more of this article

Mosaic Insurance Invites Capital Partners

Mosaic Insurance has launched a syndicated program ”inviting capital from commercial partners to underwrite complex specialty risks in regional markets throughout the world.” A spokesperson said, “The initiative provides much-needed additional capacity to clients at a time of increased demand amid market constraints. “Under... Read more of this article

Over 50 Extractions At Fresh Breath Event

Thirty-six patients were able to take advantage of Fresh Breath Dental’s recent Community Day, with a total of 51 teeth extracted. A spokesperson said, “Fresh Breath Dental had its Community Day for free extractions this year on 26th November 2021. There were 36 patients who had a total of 51 teeth extracted. “This year we had a lot... Read more of this article