Author Archive: Bernews1

Change: Chewstick Concert Moves To Pier 6 Tent

The venue for tomorrow night’s [July 30] Emancipation Celebration Concert has moved from No.1 Car Park to the Pier 6 Tent, with the concert set to feature Wayne Wonder, Tanya Stephens, Mishka and more. Chewstick said, “In an abundance of caution due to the uncertainty of recent inclement weather, they have chosen to move the event from No... Read more of this article

Rai Simons Scores In Chesterfield Victory

Bermuda’s Rai Simons scored for Chesterfield FC today [July 28], as they recorded a 3-1 win in a pre-season friendly against Ilkeston. The young Bermudian signed with the English League One football team earlier this year, with the deal marking the first professional contract for the Bermuda international. In describing Simons goal, the club’s... Read more of this article

New: Extension, Obituaries, Weekly Newsletters

Bernews is pleased to be launching a few new services; including a Chrome extension delivering the latest headlines directly in your browser, an obituaries section, and three weekly newsletters aimed at helping to you stay up-to-date on the latest in the world of business, sports, and entertainment. Chrome Extension Our new Chrome Extension allows... Read more of this article

Collision In Southampton, Traffic Being Diverted

Traffic is being diverted in the Southampton area this morning [July 28] due a collision on Middle Road by Five Star Island, which saw a car strike a utility pole, resulting in the pole being in the road. Police Media Manager Dwayne Caines said that, as of 6.30am, traffic is being diverted in the area. Related Stories Photos: Van Crashes On Side In... Read more of this article

Man In Critical Condition In ICU After Collision

A 28 year old male guest worker is in critical condition in the ICU following a collision yesterday in Warwick. “Around 6:50pm on Sunday [July 26], police responded to a reported collision which took place on South Road in Warwick just east of Warwick Long Bay,” Police Media Manager Dwayne Caines said. “It was reported that a 28 year... Read more of this article

Photos: Emancipation Celebration Honours 20

The Department of Community and Cultural Affairs celebrated 20 honourees at the Ruth Seaton James auditorium last night [July 26], with an official programme to commemorate Emancipation Day, featuring drummers, dancers, singers and a performance by Rockfire Productions. Heather Whalen, Director of Community and Cultural Affairs, previously said, “We... Read more of this article

Man Seriously Injured In Collision In Warwick

A man has sustained what the police said were “life threatening” injuries following a collision this evening [July 26] in Warwick, which saw members of the public render assistance by lifting the car off the victim. Police Media Manager Dwayne Caines said, “At 6.50pm police responded to a report of a collision that took place on South... Read more of this article

Royal Congratulations For Winner Ben Ainslie

Extreme winds forced the cancellation of racing at the Louis Vuitton America’s Cup World Series in Portsmouth today [July 26], but didn’t dampen enthusiasm for a Royal visit from the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. With no racing to close out the weekend, the results from Saturday stand, meaning Land Rover BAR is the winner of the first event of... Read more of this article

40-Year-Old Shooting Victim Remains In ICU

As of this morning [July 26], the 40-year-old Hamilton parish man who was shot at the Bailey’s Bay Cricket Club on July 2nd remains in the ICU in “critical but stable condition.” A police spokesperson said, “At last check 6:45am Sunday, July 26th the 40 year old Hamilton parish man shot and injured at Bailey’s Bay Cricket Club... Read more of this article

Robbery At Mr. Chicken Express in Devonshire

On Friday evening [July 24] two males — one brandishing a bladed article — gained entry into Mr. Chicken Express in Devonshire and demanded money. An undisclosed amount of cash was taken; however no employees were injured. “Around 10:20pm on Friday, July 24th police officers were dispatched to a reported armed robbery at Mr. Chicken... Read more of this article

Patrons Brave Rain To Attend ‘One Love’ Concert

Despite the less than inviting weather conditions, crowds of people — many carrying umbrellas — made their way to the ‘One Love, One Life’ concert in Hamilton last night [July 25], which featured performances by Morgan Heritage, Barrington Levy and a host of local entertainers. Speaking after the show, Barrington Levy said,... Read more of this article