Author Archive: Bernews5

Boys & Girls Brigades Raise $2000 For Charity

The Bermuda Boys’ Brigade and Church Girls’ Brigade held their annual Christmas Car Wash and Sale, raising $2,000 for The Family Centre. A spokesperson said, “On Saturday, December 7, 2024 the Bermuda Boys’ Brigade and the Church Girls’ Brigade worked together at their annual Christmas Car Wash & Christmas & Nearly... Read more of this article

Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Dec 11 2024

December 11 saw 235 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $7,145.00 BD. 235 shares were traded by Watlington Waterworks, closing even at $31.00 per share. The BSX finished at 2,571.67, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 decline, and 53 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda... Read more of this article

Official Govt & Legal Notices For Dec 11 2024

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Dec 11] include notification of planning applications registered. List of Planning Applications Advertised on December 11, 2024 Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Notification of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID: GN1107/2024 Public Authorities / Department: Planning Publication... Read more of this article

QBE Foundation Supports BZS Programme

The QBE Foundation made a significant donation to the Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] through their corporate community investment programme. A spokesperson said, “With a focus on building strong, resilient and inclusive communities in which QBE serves, the donation provides funds to make the most impactful contribution to essential areas of... Read more of this article

Column: FDM’s Simmons On Justice & More

[Opinion column written by the FDM's Blaine Simmons] “Step into the fire of self-discovery. This fire will not burn you, it will only burn what you are not.” – Mooji These words stayed with me during my time in prison. At my lowest, facing a system that nearly stole my freedom, I embraced prayer, reflected on my dreams, sought a deeper... Read more of this article

Column: Wayne Caines On Violence Reduction

[Opinion column written by MP Wayne Caines] Today, I write as a former Minister of National Security, but more importantly, as a son of Bermuda, a witness to its pain, and a believer in its promise. I have walked the streets marked by the scars of gang violence. I have looked into the eyes of grieving mothers, burdened by sorrow yet still holding hope.... Read more of this article

Antonio Pierce Coaching, Season & More

[Written by Patrick Bean] With the NFL regular season winding down, there are a handful of coaches around the league who are coaching for their jobs in the final few weeks. Among those on the proverbial hot seat is Las Vegas Raiders’ first-year head coach Antonio Pierce, the son of Bermudian Cleo Burrows, who was appointed head coach of the Raiders... Read more of this article

Morris & Howard University Team Place Second

Sanaa Morris and her Howard University’s women’s track and field team finished a close second to Harvard University at the HBCU & Ivy Challenge held at the Gordon Indoor Track. Harvard edged Howard by a single point, 117-116. Sanaa Morris competed in multiple events for Howard. She finished 16th in the Women’s 60 Meter Dash Preliminaries... Read more of this article

Video: Nicholas Christopher Sings At Miscast24

Nicholas Christopher performed at the at MCC Theater’s Miscast24 gala. The YouTube description said said, “Nicholas Christopher sings “One Night Only” from the musical DREAMGIRLS at MCC Theater’s MISCAST24. MCC Theater’s annual MISCAST gala is a one-night-only musical spectacular featuring Broadway’s hottest stars... Read more of this article

Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Dec 10 2024

December 10 saw 60,524 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $ 651,372.95 BD. 14,024 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing up 4.0% at $37.50 per share, while another 2,600 shares were traded by BF&M Ltd, closing even up 2.9% at $18.58 per share. 43,100 shares were traded by Bermuda Aviation Services Ltd,... Read more of this article

Youth Photography Contest Winners Announced

On Thursday [Dec 5] a crowd of over 80 students, teachers, family members, sponsors, and judges gathered at the National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] for the Grundy Youth Photography Competition prize giving and exhibit opening. A spokesperson said, “In memory of Dr. Reg Grundy, AC, OBE, whose photographic legacy and passion for Bermuda live on in... Read more of this article

ICO Decision On Bermuda Gaming Commission

Information Commissioner Gitanjali Gutierrez issued Decision 36/2024 regarding the Bermuda Gaming Commission. A spokesperson said, “ On 3 December 2024, Information Commissioner Gitanjali Gutierrez issued Decision 36/2024, Bermuda Gaming Commission, which considered the Gaming Commission’s failure to issue an internal review decision on a PATI request... Read more of this article