Author Archive: Bernews5
Photos & Video: Cruise Ship ‘Star Pride’
The cruise ship ‘Star Pride’ recently visited the island, and a look at the ship in the east end is below. According to the 2024 schedule, the 436 foot long ship was carrying an estimated 212 passengers and 164 crew. To see more of our cruise ship coverage, click here. Related Stories Photos & Video: New ‘Norwegian... Read more of this article
OT Corrections Instructors Receive Training
Corrections instructors from Bermuda, Turks and Caicos, and the Cayman Islands recently participated in tactical force training hosted by the Bermuda Department of Corrections [BDOC]. A Government spokesperson said, “The UK Ministry of Justice Overseas Territories Justice Programme organised the Use of Force Instructor Revalidation Training. Instructors... Read more of this article
Transitional Community Services Thanks QBE
Transitional Community Services said they are “thrilled to announce a generous donation from QBE, which will provide critical support for our Community Bridge Builders program [CBB].” A spokesperson said, “Through our CBB, we provide case management, counseling, employability skill building and advocacy for young men aged 18-34. “As... Read more of this article
Official Govt & Legal Notices For Oct 28 2024
The official Government and Legal notices for today [Oct 28] include permanent resident certificate, Bermudian status, notice of intention to construct a controlled plant and notification of planning applications registered. Permanent Resident Certificate – 31ZA Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Permanent Resident Certificate... Read more of this article
Weather Forecast For Tuesday October 29
Tuesday October 29 is expected to see partly cloudy skies, 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 NE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 64%. Sunrise will be at 7:34am and sunset will be at 6:30pm. High tide will be at 7:23am and 7:45pm, while... Read more of this article
Curtis & Tucker Win Hendrickson Senior Memorial
The Comet Class season continued off the Mid Atlantic Sailboat Club with the 2024 Lawrence Stickers Hendrickson Senior Memorial Comet Race Regatta. Maxwell Curtis and Wesley Tucker sailed to victory in all four races, to finish with 3 net points, Zaniko Hendrickson and his crew Sarah Frith finished second with 7 points, and finishing in third place... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Princess Halloween Display
A hauntingly creative Halloween display, crafted by chef Ernie Ogalesco, is on display at the Hamilton Princess. Mr Ogalesco, known for his artistic flair and culinary expertise, first envisioned the display digitally, sketching out intricate designs on his computer before sharing them with the hotel’s executive chef and management for approval. The... Read more of this article
Column: Embracing Bermuda’s Energy Future
[Column written by Stratton Hatfield] As Bermuda stands at the crossroads of a sustainable energy future, every voice counts in shaping the Integrated Resource Plan [IRP]. This next IRP will define the path we take toward a more efficient Bermuda, influencing the kinds of energy we rely on, the costs of electricity, and the impact we have on our environment... Read more of this article
Bermuda International Gig Regatta Concluded
The Bermuda Pilot Gig Club’s fourth International Gig Regatta concluded, with approximately 70 visiting rowers taking part in the event alongside local rowers. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Pilot Gig Club [BPGC] proudly hosted its fourth Bermuda International Regatta, an event that brought together pilot gig rowing enthusiasts and supporters... Read more of this article
Hendricksons, Parsons & Wilson To Be Honoured
Robert Wilson of Gombey Evolution Troupe, Dennis Parsons of Places Gombeys and the late Lawrence “Stickers” Hendrickson Jr and Carolyn “Granny” Hendrickson will be honored at this evening’s Bermuda Gombey Festival, which is set to start at 5pm at the Botanical Gardens. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Culture is... Read more of this article
Column: Neblett On Tips, Laws, Govt & More
[Opinion column written by the OBA's Carl Neblett] The Employment [Protection of Employee Tips and Other Gratuities] Amendment Act 2023 [the “Amendment Act”] and the Procedural Guidance for determining the distribution of tips and other gratuities came into effect on 1st March 2024. It was stated then that the Amendment Act passed in 2023 ensured... Read more of this article
Shipping Schedule: Week Starting Oct 26
The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, October 26th. On Saturday the Star Pride cruise ship is expected, on Monday the Oleander container ship and the Vision of the Seas cruise ship will arrive, and on Tuesday the Norwegian Breakaway cruise ship is scheduled... Read more of this article
