Author Archive: Bernews5

Netball: Phoenix Heat Defeated The Dockies

The Phoenix Heat defeated the Dockies 53-11 in the Bermuda Netball Association Senior League. Keizhari Knight led the scoring for the Heat with 35 points. K’Xiyaé Gibbons added 18 points for the Heat. Megan Sherwin led the scoring for the Dockies with 8 points. Georgia Small added thre points for the Dockies. The Heat were led by attacker Eshé... Read more of this article

Bermuda Philharmonic Society Fall Concerts

The Bermuda Philharmonic Society will present their Fall Concerts on November 23rd at 7:30pm and November 24th at 4:00pm at St. John’s Church in Pembroke. A spokesperson said, “When composer Peter Maxwell Davies attended his first Scottish wedding on the island of Hoy, it left such an impression on him he decided to write a piece about it.... Read more of this article

PLP Responds To OBA’s Throne Speech Reply

The PLP said that the OBA’s “call for an election is perplexing, especially given their ongoing challenges in presenting a full slate of candidates.” A spokesperson said, “The Government acknowledges the One Bermuda Alliance’s [OBA] recent response to the Throne Speech. However, their call for an election is perplexing, especially... Read more of this article

ICO Calls For Public Consultation On PATI

The Information Commissioner has released the following statement on the Government’s introduction of the Public Access to Information Amendment Bill 2024. A spokesperson said, “Today, the Public Access to Information [PATI] Amendment Bill 2024 was introduced in the House of Assembly. As Information Commissioner, I am encouraged to see parts... Read more of this article

Auditor Releases Report On Recommendations

Auditor General Heather Thomas released a “compilation report on the status of Audit Recommendations from Selected Government- Related Entities whose last audit was for fiscal year 2021 or earlier and who are not scheduled for a financial statement audit in fiscal year 2024/25.” A spokesperson said, “In the course of our audit, we... Read more of this article

Shipping Schedule: Week Starting Nov 16

The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, November 16th. On Monday the Oleander container ship is expected, on Tuesday the Somers Isles container ship will arrive, and on Wednesday the Extremadura Knutsen crew transfer and the Ocean Jazz crew transfer are scheduled... Read more of this article

Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Nov 15 2024

November 15 saw 4,000 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $ 18,700.00 BD. 4,000 shares were traded by Argus Group Holdings Ltd, closing down 1.1% at $4.65 per share. The BSX finished at 2,524.89, down 0.05% on the day. There were 0 advances, 1 decline, and 52 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF],... Read more of this article

RBR To Conduct Training Exercise At Govt House

The Royal Bermuda Regiment will hold a training exercise at Government House from November 15 to 17th. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of National Security wishes to inform the public that the Royal Bermuda Regiment [RBR] will be conducting a training exercise at the grounds of Government House on Langton Hill, Pembroke, from Friday,... Read more of this article

Middle School U12 Six A Side Football Results

Saltus Grammar School won the Middle School under 12 Football Six-a-Side Tournament. A spokesperson said, “Saltus Grammar School defeated Warwick Academy 3-1 to defend their title at the Bermuda School Sports Federation middle school under 12 six a side football tournament. Roman Gaglio put Saltus ahead in the first minute of the match. Royal... Read more of this article

Official Govt & Legal Notices For Nov 15 2024

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Nov 15] include notice of intended marriage. Maritime Marriage: Jolene Chertok & Raymond Bustamante Notice type: Legal Notice Notice sub type: Notice of Intended Marriage [Maritime] Notice ID: LN0658/2024 Public Authorities / Department: Registry General Publication date: 15 November, 2024 The... Read more of this article

Weather Forecast For Saturday November 16

Saturday November 16 is expected to be windy with thunderstorms, with the high to be near 22°C/71°F and the low to be near 17°C/62°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WNW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 79%. Sunrise will be at 6:50am and sunset will be at 5:17pm. High tide will be at 8:18am and 8:37pm,... Read more of this article

Camiko Smith Starts Strong In Championships

[Written by Kim Swan] The Bermuda Triangle Contingent all came out firing on all cylinders firing each Eagles and birdies in the early morning completion of Day to put themselves in position to make the cut going into the final round. Camiko Smith lead the way making birdies on holes eight and nine to conclude his round with an outstanding two under... Read more of this article