Author Archive: Bernews3
MoonGate Medical Holds First Health Fair
MoonGate Medical held a health fair at the Seventh Day Adventist Hall in Hamilton on May 9. A spokesperson said, “MoonGate Medical, a division of the MoonGate Group, held its first health fair at the Hamilton Seventh Day Adventist Hall on May 9th 2024. The theme was ‘know your numbers!’ “Participation from vendors spanned the... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Bermuda Day Tape Markings
People have started marking their spots along the race and parade routes in anticipation of the upcoming Bermuda Day holiday, with numerous locations reserved along the routes. Bermudians traditionally mark their spots for Bermuda Day — which will take place on Friday, May 24th this year — seeking to claim prime viewing points for both the Half... Read more of this article
Column: Myron On Saving Bermuda’s Sloop
[Opinion column written by Martha Harris Myron] The Bermuda Casino Gaming Commission [BCGC] recently received a BMD $10 million guarantee to keep operating. The Bermuda Sloop Foundation was barely able to raise BMD $150,000 to keep our international marine reputation afloat. BCGC is a nine-year old dormant organisation promoting “responsible” gambling. The... Read more of this article
Salvation Army Set To Hold Red Shield Tag Day
Governor Rena Lalgie received the inaugural tag for the Salvation Army’s Red Shield Tag Day, set for Wednesday [May 22]. Captain Dennis Maybury incoming Salvation Army Bermuda Regional Public Relations Officer designate, Bermuda Salvation Army Area Commander Major Cathy Simms, 6-year-old volunteer Matteo Ramabuke, Governor of Bermuda HRM Rena Lalgie,... Read more of this article
Hockey: Budgies Win, Dark & Hurricanes Draw
The Budgies recorded victory in this weekend’s Bermuda field hockey double-header, while the Hurricanes and Dark & Stormies played to a draw. The Hurricanes came from 4 – 0 down to draw 4 – 4 with the Dark & Stormies. The Dark & Stormies got a hat trick from Gareth Tavares and a single strike from Alex Godet, while the Hurricanes got... Read more of this article
Gombey Celebration Set For June 8th
A Gombey celebration is set for Saturday, June 8, featuring a procession from Bailey’s Bay Cricket Club to Hamilton Parish Workmen’s Club. Desmond Crockwell said, “I would like to invite you to the Gombey celebration throughout Bailey’s Bay on Saturday, June 8. We are celebrating the memories of the late Glenn Blakeney, Marco... Read more of this article
Video: Simons Brothers ‘Swing’ Music Video
The Simons Brothers Band has released a new music video for their song ‘Swing,’ directed by Amhed Navarro and produced by MK Video. The video description says, “Travel back in time with ‘Swing,’ another captivating musical masterpiece by The Simons Brothers. With direction from the talented Amhed Navarro and production... Read more of this article
Single-Vehicle Collision On Middle Road
[Updated] A single vehicle collision occurred in Southampton yesterday evening [May 17]. A police spokesperson said, “Around 10:10p.m. on Friday, 17th of May 2024, police and other emergency services were dispatched to a report a serious single vehicle collision involving a motorcycle, along Middle Road Southampton near the junction with Tribe Road... Read more of this article
Column: Myron On Individual Financial Planning
[Opinion column written by Martha Harris Myron] It is tough enough to manage money on a personal basis, let alone wading through the 110-pages multitude of complicated financial information issued by Bermuda Government March 2023 financial report. Yet, the four vital financial planning principles are the same for all: individuals, businesses, institutions,... Read more of this article
Court Street Market To Be Held On Sunday
The merchants of Court Street will be holding the Court Street Market on Sunday [May 19] from 1.00pm to 6.00pm. A spokesperson said, “The Court Street Market returns this Sunday. Vendors will be along Court Street between Victoria and Elliot Streets. The market will be held from 1.00pm to 6.00pm.” Market spokesperson Gary Augustus said, “There... Read more of this article
Weather Forecast For Friday May 17
Friday, May 17 is expected to be cloudy, with occasional early showers decreasing in the afternoon, with the high to be near 24°C/76°F and the low to be near 21°C/70°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 84%. Sunrise will be at 6.19am and sunset will be at 8.12pm.... Read more of this article
Photos, Videos & 360: Harbour Nights
The first Harbour Nights of the year was held last night [May 15] on Front Street in Hamilton. A spokesperson previously said, “Proudly sponsored by Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] and the Department of Culture, this inaugural event promises an evening of vibrancy, entertainment, and sustainability education. “Themed ‘Cultural Roots &... Read more of this article
