Author Archive: Bernews5

BSSF Primary School Cross Country Results

Over 550 Primary School runners competed at the Bermuda School Sports Federation Primary School Cross Country Championships. Saltus Grammar School were the big winners winning three of the four team competitions with Warwick Academy spoiling the sweep by winning the Over 9 girls division. Parker Howard from the Bermuda High School was the first to cross... Read more of this article

Douglas & Anderson On ‘Most Influential List’

The BTA’s Jamari Douglas and Kiwan Michael Anderson were named to Marcomms’ Most Influential list, which honours “top brand marketers and communicators for their leadership, innovation, and achievement in the field.” A spokesperson said, “Senior executives with the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] were recently honored in New... Read more of this article

Anniversary Of First Progressive Group Meeting

People gathered today to celebrate the 65th anniversary of the first meeting of the Progressive Group. A spokesperson said, “More than 60 people gathered at the top floor of the BIU’s Ottiwell Simmons Building today – Feb 8th – for an Interactive Gathering, marking the 65th anniversary of the first meeting of the Progressive Group. The... Read more of this article

Chief Justice Larry Mussenden Sworn-In

Chief Justice Larry Mussenden was officially sworn in as the new Chief Justice of Bermuda today [Feb 8] at Government House. Speaking at the event, he said, “Your Excellency, Honourable Premier, Deputy Governor, Leader of the Opposition, Hon. Judges of the Supreme Court, my Family, Distinguished Guests.. Good afternoon, boa tarde, bonjour, hola,... Read more of this article

Repair Work Begins On Lighthouse Motor

The Department of Marine and Ports Services is “presently working on repairing the electric drive gearbox motor at the Gibbs Hill Lighthouse.” A Government spokesperson said, “Earlier this week, the light ceased rotating due to a mechanical malfunction in the engine, prompting its immediate shutdown. “The Department of Marine... Read more of this article

Weather Forecast For Friday February 9

Friday February 9 is expected to see a few clouds from time to time, with the high to be near 18°C/64°F and the low to be near 15°C/59°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NNW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 47%. Sunrise will be at 7:07am and sunset will be at 5:59pm. High tide will be at 7:55am and... Read more of this article

Morris Competes In Scarlet & White Track Meet

Sanaa Morris and her Howard University women’s track & field teammates participated in the Boston University Bruce Lehane Scarlet & White at the Boston University-Track & Tennis Center. In the women’s 200 meters, Morris placed 86th overall, securing 5th place in Heat 17 with a time of 26.12. In the women’s 400 meters, Morris finished... Read more of this article

Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Feb 7 2024

February 7 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,132.47, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 49 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Dec 18 2025 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Dec 17 2025 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report:... Read more of this article

Collision Involving Motorcycle & Cars In Paget

A “multi vehicle collision involving a motorcycle and several cars” occurred tonight [Feb 7] in Paget, with the police saying “it is believed that a female motorcyclist may have sustained a head injury in the collision.” A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before 8pm on Wednesday 7th of February 2024, police and other first... Read more of this article

Domestic Violence Awareness Talk On Feb 16

Madeline ‘Maddy’ Brockert — a domestic abuse survivor and award-winning advocate from the USA — will take part in a local educational series. A spokesperson said, “The event, a collaboration with Bermuda is Love, will be held at the Bermuda Under Water Exploration Institute [BUEI] on 16 February 2024 at 6PM. It is part... Read more of this article

Jomeko Mallory Earns Red Seal Certification

Jomeko Mallory was recognized at a ceremony today for completing the Culinary Arts Apprenticeship and achieving the Red Seal certification. A Government spokesperson said, “Earlier today, the Minister of Economy and Labour, Hon. Jason Hayward, participated in the Culinary Arts Apprenticeship award ceremony, held at the Hamilton Princess &... Read more of this article

Official Govt & Legal Notices For Feb 7 2024

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Feb 7] include acting appointments, notice of intention to construct a controlled plant and notification of planning applications registered. Acting Appointment – David C. Simmons Notice type Government Notice Notice sub type Acting Appointments Notice ID GN0117/2024 Public Authorities... Read more of this article