Author Archive: Bernews3

United To Resume Year Round Newark Service

[Updated] Minister of Transport Wayne Furbert announced that “United Airlines will resume year-round service from Newark Liberty International Airport to Bermuda for the first time since 2016.” A Government spokesperson said, “Since then, the air service has been seasonal, with gradual increases in scheduled flights in recent years. “In... Read more of this article

Video: Minister Unveils StoryWalk Initiative

Minister of Public Works David Burch was on hand to unveil the StoryWalk initiative at the Botanical Gardens yesterday [May 30]. Minister Burch said, “I am pleased to be here alongside the talented author Karen E. Franks, representatives of Deloitte, and Bobby DeGraff of Crafty Carpentry and Maintenance to officially unveil the StoryWalk initiative... Read more of this article

Minister On Athletes’ Sponsorship Awards

Minister of Tourism, Culture & Sport Owen Darrell said in the Senate that the “Department of Sport & Recreation is committed to enhancing sporting excellence at all levels and recognizes that our athletes must be supported to ensure their growth and development.” Minister Darrell said, “The goal of the National Junior Sponsorship... Read more of this article

Minister On The Energy Of Bermuda Day

Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport Owen Darrell spoke about Bermuda Day, saying “this year’s event was truly a celebration of our culture, our resilience, and our community spirit.” Minister Darrell said, “This year the sun shone brightly upon us, providing the perfect setting for a parade that was nothing short of spectacular.... Read more of this article

Rugby: Bermuda To Play Bahamas On Saturday

On Saturday, June 1 at the National Sports Center, Bermuda will host the Bahamas in an International XV Match. Bermuda endured defeats in their first two international matches, with the Cayman Islands beating them 44-12 at the National Sports Center North Field, along with a loss to Jamaica 19 – 14, with that match played at the Bramwell Clarke Sports... Read more of this article

Butterfield Launching Google Pay In Bermuda

The Bank of Butterfield is launching Google Pay for its clients, “enabling them to add personal debit, credit cards and business debit cards to Google Wallet.” A spokesperson said, “Butterfield has collaborated to launch Google Pay for its clients, enabling them to add personal debit, credit cards and business debit cards to Google... Read more of this article

Update On Restricted And Closed Job Categories

The Ministry of Economy and Labour issued an advisory about the moratorium on new work permits issued for certain job categories. A Government spokesperson said, “Effective June 1st, 2024, the Ministry of Economy and Labour advises the public that the moratorium on new work permits issued for the following Closed job categories is extended for... Read more of this article

Weather Forecast For Thursday May 30

Thursday, May 30 is expected to start sunny, become cloudy by evening, and develop showers overnight, with the high to be near 27°C/80°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 79%. Sunrise will be at 6.13am and sunset will be at 8.20pm.... Read more of this article

Touch-A-Truck Fundraiser Set For June 9

MAMA [Meet a Mum Association], in partnership with SCARS and the Family Centre, will be hosting their annual Touch-a-Truck fundraiser event on Sunday, June 9 from 11.00am to 3.00pm at Bernard’s Park in Pembroke. The event will see BELCO, the island’s emergency services, and other truck and bus companies bring their vehicles to Bernard’s Park,... Read more of this article

Photos: Govt Awards $246K To Athletes

[Updated] Bermuda’s young athletes and coaches received $246,000 in sponsorship awards to advance their sports goals at the National Junior Athlete Sponsorship Programme Awards ceremony. “Last week I had the immense pleasure to celebrate the remarkable achievements of our youth and present $246,000 in sponsorship awards to our brightest talents.... Read more of this article

Cruise Ship Departs Baltimore For Bermuda

The Royal Caribbean Vision of the Seas departed Baltimore on May 25 – the first cruise ship to sail from the city since the collapse of its Francis Scott Key Bridge on March 26 – embarking on a voyage to Bermuda. A CNN story said, “Two cruise ships set sail for the sea from Baltimore this weekend for the first time since the Francis... Read more of this article

TABS New Summer Print: Wild & Restrained

TABS Apparel is launching its latest print, dubbed Wild & Restrained. A spokesperson said, “TABS Bermuda, renowned for its distinctive and stylish collections, announces the launch of its latest print, Wild & Restrained. Created in collaboration with Lemoncello Design, this new design seamlessly blends Bermuda’s unique architecture... Read more of this article