Author Archive: Bernews5

Van Putten Named JABAI Poet-in-Residence

Bermudian poet and writer Melodye Mîcere Van Putten has been named the inaugural Poet-in-Residence for the James Arthur Baldwin Africologic Institute [JABAI], honoring her impactful contributions to culture and education. A spokesperson said, “James Arthur Baldwin [1924-1987] was an extraordinary writer of essays, plays, criticism, and novels.... Read more of this article

Butterfield Mile Trials Set For December 13

The Butterfield Mile Trials for the Chubb Bermuda Triangle Challenge will commence at 6 PM on Friday [Dec 13] at the Flora Duffy Stadium. A spokesperson said, “The Chubb Bermuda Triangle Challenge [“CBTC”] is pleased to announce that the Butterfield Mile Trials are scheduled to take place starting at 6pm on Friday December 13th at the Flora... Read more of this article

BSA Club Championships Day 1 Results

The Bermuda Squash Association Championships got underway at the Devonshire courts yesterday [December 2]. In the men’s open, Andrew Cox beat Josai Williams 11-7, 11-3, 12-10; Jordache Rawson defeated Elijah Simmons 11-4, 11-6, 11-8; Dylan Pratt claimed a win over Ethan Rosorea 11-7, 11-5, 11-5; Benjamin Bramlett overcame Daniel Ringer 9-11, 11-6,... Read more of this article

Brianna Ray In Action For South Perth

Bermudian cricketer Brianna Ray and her South Perth team-mates lost by 79 runs to Wanneroo in the Australian Female A Grade competition at Richardson Park in South Perth, Western Australia. Wanneroo batted first and posted 125 runs for the loss of seven wickets from their 20 overs. Ray bowled three overs for 16 runs. In reply, South Perth were bowled... Read more of this article

Official Govt & Legal Notices For Dec 2 2024

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Dec 2] include cancellation of registration. Bermuda Monetary Authority North American London Underwriters Limited Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Cancellation of Registration Notice ID: GN1079/2024 Public Authorities / Department: Bermuda Monetary Authority Publication date: 02... Read more of this article

Weather Forecast For Tuesday December 3

Tuesday December 3 is expected to see intervals of clouds and sunshine, with the high to be near 21°C/69°F and the low to be near 16°C/61°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WNW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 62%. Sunrise will be at 7:04am and sunset will be at 5:13pm. High tide will be at 9:43am... Read more of this article

Video: Interview With IND Candidate Cire Bean

Cire Bean — who was an independent candidate for the bye-election in Constituency 36 Sandys North — joined Bernews for an interview with the possibility of having overseas voting for students, policies that affect the youth of Bermuda, the local real estate market, and the potential benefits of having an independent representative in Parliament... Read more of this article

Friths Win Comet Winter Series In East End

Allan and Sarah Frith topped an eight-boat fleet to win the Comet Class Winter Series race in St. George’s Harbour. The Friths took second in the first race, first in the second and second in the third to finish with five points. Dale Brangman and Malahhu Salassie finished second with six points. They won the first race, took fourth in the second... Read more of this article

Video: Fireworks At Christmas Parade

Fireworks are lighting up the sky at the Marketplace Christmas Parade this evening [Dec 1]. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Swan Pyrotechnics, a local Bermudian company run by Kyle Swan, provided the fireworks display. “We’re thrilled to have Swan Pyrotechnics on board to create a spectacular... Read more of this article

Bermuda And Ghana Sign ‘Landmark MOU’

Last week, Bermuda “signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding [MOU] on Economic, Trade, and Technical Co-operation with the Republic of Ghana,” the Government said. A Government spokesperson said, “In a two-part process, the MOU was first signed in Ghana by the Honourable Abena Osei-Asare, Minister of State of the Ministry of Finance... Read more of this article

Basketball League: Kings And Flyboys Win

The Kings and New Era Flyboys both improved to 2-0 in the Bermuda Basketball Association League with victories in their recent games. Darae Smith scored 19 points to lead the Kings to a 70-31 win over the Reapers. Mykal Glasgow added 18 points for the Kings. Ben Fix had 11 for the Reapers, who fell to 1-1. In the second game, Akil Smith had a double-double... Read more of this article

Study On Alcohol, Drugs & Traffic Collisions

A study aimed to investigate prevalence of substances consumed by individuals involved in road traffic accidents who sought treatment in the Emergency Room from May 2023, to April 2024 revealed that out of 167 participants, 119 individuals, or 71%, tested positive for substances. In providing details on a recent meeting and report, Minister of National... Read more of this article