Author Archive: Bernews1

Crown File Appeal In Kiahna Trott-Edwards Case

Following the sentence handed down to mother of three Kiahna Trott-Edwards, the Crown has filed an appeal saying that they feel the sentence is “manifestly inadequate.” Ms Trott-Edwards was jailed for life for murdering 16-year-old Shijuan Mungal, with the Court ordering she must serve a minimum of eight years before she could be considered... Read more of this article

Police: Man’s Death In Warwick Not Suspicious

[Updated] The Bermuda Police Service along with first responders attended the Bulkhead Drive, Warwick area shortly after 8.00pm this evening [Dec 27] after a report of an unresponsive male was received. Police Inspector Troy Glasgow said the man “was in his sixties and the circumstances which led to his demise were not suspicious.” Update... Read more of this article

Video: Wells Scores Twice In Huddersfield Win

[Updated with video] Bermuda’s Nahki Wells scored twice today [Dec 26] to help push Huddersfield Town to a 3-1 victory over Preston North End. The club’s match report said, “A brace from top scorer Nahki Wells set Town on the way to a welcome home victory over visitors Preston North End on a windy Boxing Day. Wells gave the Terriers... Read more of this article

Video: Gombeys Out To Celebrate Boxing Day

As has been the tradition for many years, the Gombeys are out making their rounds on Boxing Day today [Dec 26], helping the island celebrate the holiday season. The island’s preeminent folk art, Gombeys traditionally span the island on Boxing Day and other holidays with the groups growing larger through the day as Bermudians start following along... Read more of this article

One Person Injured In Five Vehicle Collision

One person was injured following a five vehicle collision involving two motorcycles and three cars on South Road in Devonshire this afternoon. A police spokesperson said, “Around 1:11pm on 26-Dec-2015 Police and EMT’s attended a five vehicle collision involving two motorcycles and 3 motorcars which occurred on South Road near the junction... Read more of this article

Video: Bermuda Christmas Decorations At Night

Some locals have decked their homes with holiday cheer during this festive season, with elaborately decorated homes visible from east to west featuring various Christmas-themed decorations such as bows, candy canes, elves, Nativity scenes, Santas, stars, gift-wrapped presents, reindeers and more. You can view our first set of photos of this year’s... Read more of this article

Video: People Gather At Elbow On Christmas

People are gathering on Elbow Beach today [Dec 25], spending the day socializing and celebrating the Christmas holiday on one of Bermuda’s most popular beaches. The annual Christmas get together is a long standing tradition, and usually starts in the morning, with the crowds swelling as the day passes. Related Stories Photos: 2021 Christmas... Read more of this article

First Full Moon On Christmas Since 1977

As Santa made his way across the world he was helped by the light of a full moon early this morning [Dec 25], which is actually the first full moon to fall on Christmas Day since 1977, and according to astronomers there will not be another full moon on Christmas Day until 2034. EarthSky report, “The December 25, 2015 full moon is the Western... Read more of this article

Video: 2015 Christmas Boat Parade In Hamilton

The 2015 Christmas Boat Parade took place on Saturday evening [Dec 12], bringing out people from around the island out to witness the island’s biggest holiday event of the year. Beginning from the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club, dozens of boats wound their way through Hamilton Harbour, offering a beautiful display of lights and holiday charm... Read more of this article

4-Year-Old Giving Away His Toys To Kids In Need

Proving you are never too young to help someone else, 4-year-old Yu’udai Trott-Hayward decided he wanted to help families who may not be able to afford a gift for their child this holiday season by giving his own toys away. The little philanthropist has his own table set up near the food giveaway taking place at Albouys Point this evening... Read more of this article

Ferson To Undertake Assignment In St Helena

Government House has announced that Deputy Governor Ginny Ferson has been asked to undertake a special assignment to assist the St Helena Government with implementation of the recommendations of the Wass Inquiry. “She is expected to be in St Helena from February to May 2016,” Government House said. “In her absence, former Deputy Governor... Read more of this article

Live Video Replay: Meeting About Swing Bridge

[Updated] A Town Hall Meeting is taking place at Penno’s Wharf Cruise Ship Terminal this evening [Dec 21], with the new weight restriction and one way system on Swing Bridge in St. George’s to be discussed. A government spokesperson previously said, “After a recent engineering survey by the Department of Works and Engineering, the Ministry... Read more of this article