Author Archive: Bernews5

AP Marine Grand Opening Demo Ride On July 19

AP Marine announces a Grand Opening Demo Ride on July 19th from 5pm to 7pm at the Royal Amateur Dinghy Club, featuring the Yamaha Outboard Helm Mater EX. Michael Araujo, President of AP Marine Bermuda, states, “Bermuda mariners have a unique opportunity to enjoy exceptional savings on Yamaha Outboards during our Grand Opening Celebration Sale. Also,... Read more of this article

Global Center Of Excellence For Healthcare

KPMG is launching a “new global center of excellence for island healthcare.” A spokesperson said, “Healthcare systems and organizations worldwide leverage KPMG firms’ knowledge and leading insights to respond to challenges to help transform the way these organizations operate, engage their staff and deliver care. KPMG’s experience... Read more of this article

BPSU Hosts Caribbean Association Conference

The Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] said they are “honoured to be the host of the Caribbean Public Services Association [CPSA] 52nd Annual Conference.” A spokesperson said, “The theme of this year’s Conference is “Navigating Challenges by Empowering Workers and Embracing Innovation.” This significant event highlights the... Read more of this article

Police Update On Three Vehicle Collision

The police provided an update following a three vehicle collision in Warwick last week. A police spokesperson said, “A Government van driver involved in a collision with two cars on Middle Road, near the junction with Longford Road in Warwick around 3pm Tuesday, 9th July 2024, was arrested on suspicion of impaired driving and later released from... Read more of this article

Column: Hodgson On Mental Health Support

[Column written by Junior Minister of Health Arianna Hodgson] Good day Bermuda As a country, the past few weeks have filled all of us with a wide range of emotions. Whether sadness or anger over the senseless loss of lives, or fear and uncertainty over our personal safety and that of our loved ones, few of us have come away untouched by these heartbreaking... Read more of this article

Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: July 15 2024

July 15 saw 4,206 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $63,937.00 BD. 1,206 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing up 8.6% at $38.00 per share, while another 3,000 shares were traded by Argus Group Holdings Ltd, closing up 21.9% at $6.30 per share. The BSX finished at 2,685.26, up 7.52% on the day. There were... Read more of this article

‘The Best Interviews The Best’ Series To Launch

This summer, ten of Bermuda’s Olympic and Paralympic athletes will represent the island on the biggest sporting stage in Paris, and as part of Bernews special coverage leading up to the Games, we are launching a video series highlighting each one of the athletes. Top Athletes To Host The Video Series Our athletes have reached the very pinnacle... Read more of this article

Oliver Betschart Competes In R&A Junior Open

Oliver Betschart is competing in the 2024 R&A Junior Open in Scotland. A spokesperson said, “The 2024 R&A Junior Open is being hosted at Kilmarock [Barassie] Golf Links, Barassie, Scotland. The R&A Junior Open has 116 participants competing in u-16 Boys and Girls divisions from over 70 countries. This marks the second time 15 year... Read more of this article

Official Govt & Legal Notices For July 15 2024

The official Government and Legal notices for today [July 15] include acting appointments, liquor licence and cancellation of registration. Auditor General Tracey S Pitt Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0689/2024 Public Authorities / Department: Auditor General Publication date: 15 July, 2024 Government... Read more of this article

St John’s Rd Traffic Lights Out Due To Collision

The Ministry of Public Works advised “that the traffic lights on St John’s Road, opposite the tennis stadium, are currently out of service due to a vehicle colliding with the control box and prompting an outage.” A Government spokesperson said, “A team is actively working on restoring the traffic lights. Motorists are advised... Read more of this article

Commissioner: “Officer Numbers Need To Rise”

Officer numbers need to rise in order for the BPS to effectively respond to violent firearm crime, according to Commissioner of Police Darrin Simons. Commissioner of Police Darrin Simons said, “Today, there are 360 officers in the Bermuda Police Service, including the 14 student officers who are still in training. No record, as far back to 1979,... Read more of this article

Berkeley Institute Extends Condolences

The Berkeley Institute has extended their condolences to the families of Razi Garland and Amon Robinson, noting that they “were cherished members of our graduating Class of 2023, and their loss has profoundly impacted our entire school community.” A spokesperson said, “It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we recognize the... Read more of this article