Author Archive: Bernews3

Video: Sunday June 9 “Good News” Spotlight

News that Yushae DeSilva-Andrade qualified for the Paralympic Games in Paris, Shiona Turini earned the Diamonds Do Good’s ‘Diamond Influence Award,’ firefighters raised $750 for PALS, and the Botanist café launched in the Botanical Gardens were all some of the positive news stories from the past week. In additional good news, PwC Bermuda... Read more of this article

Column: Myron On Leadership, Ethics & More

[Opinion column written by Martha Harris Myron] Is ethical leadership an illusion? The recent Bermuda PATI release of information regarding the finance operations of a non-performing Bermuda government guarantee-backed commission is disturbing. The responsibility of government leadership is to report to the truth in all financial matters to the very... Read more of this article

Police Confirm: Female Dies After Shooting

[Updated] A female has died following a shooting, the police have confirmed, A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 12:30 a.m. on Friday, June 7, 2024, police and other first responders were dispatched to a residence on South Terrace, Pembroke following a report of a female having been found with a gunshot wound. “Upon their arrival, officers... Read more of this article

BEST On Government Environmental Stance

[Updated] The Bermuda Environmental Sustainability Taskforce [BEST] says that “Government’s stance on the environment seems to be that it is more of a nuisance to be managed, rather than a precious resource to be stewarded.” A spokesperson said, “Bermuda is at a crossroads when it comes to protecting our environment for our future... Read more of this article

Photos & Video: Bassett Family Art Exhibition

The Legacy Tapestry Roots art exhibition recently opened at the City Hall Onion Gallery, which showcased works from the Bassett family artists, A spokesperson previously said, “A unique Art Exhibition is to be held at the City Hall Onion Gallery sponsored by the Bermuda Society of Arts – titled Legacy Tapestry Roots featuring four professional... Read more of this article

Registration For Summer Programmes Opening

The Office of Youth Affairs is opening registration for out-of-school summer programmes tomorrow [June 7]. A Government spokesperson said, “The Office of Youth Affairs invites parents and guardians to register their children for the upcoming out-of-school programmes held throughout August. “The department has facilitated six themed summer... Read more of this article

Weather Forecast For Friday June 7

Friday, June 7 is expected to be generally sunny with a chance of a shower, mainly overnight, with the high to be near 27°C/80°F and the low to be near 23°C/74°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 82%. Sunrise will be at 6.11am and sunset will be at 8.24pm. High tide... Read more of this article

Firefighters Raise $750 For Cancer Charity

Minister of National Security Michael Weeks commended firefighter Amaury Majors and the Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service for raising $750 for the cancer care charity PALS through a t-shirt fundraising effort. “It is inspiring to see our departments and their staff giving back to the community in such meaningful ways,” said Minister of National... Read more of this article

Column: Bermuda’s Royal Naval Tanks, Part 3

[Column written by Dr Edward Harris] In the first part of this series on the Royal Naval Tanks at St. George’s Island, Bermuda, the earliest [1803] published image of the watering facility for British warships was presented and then discussed in Part 2. In Part 3, the identities of the warships in the 1803 picture are considered and the 1808 and... Read more of this article

Made In Bermuda Nights Set For July

Made in Bermuda Nights will take place on three Saturday nights in July, including July 6, July 13, and July 20. A spokesperson said, “Sponsored by the Ministry of Tourism, Culture & Sport, Made in Bermuda Nights returns to the island’s summer entertainment calendar. This year the focus and emphasis on Bermuda, her talent, her people, and... Read more of this article

Weather Forecast For Thursday June 6

Thursday, June 6 is expected to see variable sunshine with a chance of a shower or two, with the high to be near 26°C/79°F and the low to be near 23°C/73°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 72%. Sunrise will be at 6.11am and sunset will be at 8.24pm. High tide will... Read more of this article

Video: Sir Dudley Releases ‘Resilience’ Album

Bermudian reggae artist Giles “Sir Dudley” Spurling has released his debut album, Resilience, on all major streaming platforms. Sir Dudley, a singer-songwriter, has teamed up with Craig “The Audio Guy” Simons, formerly known as Mr IVibes, who has produced the music on the ten-song album, described as reggae-influenced pop. Known for... Read more of this article