Author Archive: Bernews1

City Hall Parking Change Will Not Take Effect

Plans to make City Hall car park all-day parking effective Monday [July 20] have been averted, with the Corporation saying motorists can park there as usual, as a “solution has been agreed.” “Changes to the way City Hall Car Park would operate, have been averted and motorists can park there as usual, paying only for the time they need,... Read more of this article

St. George’s Resort Act 2015 Tabled In House

Minister of Tourism Development and Transport Shawn Crockwell tabled the St. George’s Resort Act 2015 in the House of Assembly, with the Ministry saying the proposed $120 million development will include 122 hotel rooms, renovation of the St. George’s golf course, up to 90 condominiums and a casino – which will be subject to an application... Read more of this article

Motorcyclist & Driver Recovering After Collisions

The 45 year old man injured in a motorcycle collision on Pitts Bay Road on July 14th and the 42 year old driver injured in a car collision on July 12th in Southampton are both recovering in hospital, the police said today. Driver Injured in Southampton Collision Last Sunday Recovering A police spokesperson said, “At last check around 7am Tuesday,... Read more of this article

Bailey’s Bay Shooting Victim Remains In ICU

As of this morning [July 19], 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 “guarded condition.” A police spokesperson said, “At last check 7:15am Sunday, July 19th the 40 year old Hamilton parish man shot and injured at Bailey’s Bay Cricket Club a few minutes... Read more of this article

ECCA To Hold “Urgent Meeting” After Match

Following the Cleveland County Cricket Club vs Bailey’s Bay Cricket Club match, the Eastern County Cricket Association said they will “hold an urgent meeting to resolve any issues as a result of the match.” A spokeperson said, “The ECCA wishes to inform the public the game between Cleveland County Cricket Club and Baily’s Bay Cricket... Read more of this article

Laila Ali: Bermuda Is “Paradise” & “Breathtaking”

According to her social media profiles, Laila Ali is vacationing on the island with her husband and children, calling Bermuda “paradise” with “breathtaking” views. Ms Ali — the daughter of boxing legend Muhammad Ali who is a successful boxer in her own right — posted on Facebook that she just landed in Bermuda with... Read more of this article

Video: Shadow Minister On New Airport Fees

Following a debate which saw Opposition MPs raise objections, a Bill increasing airport fees by $20 per person passed in the House of Assembly last night [July 17]. Shadow Minister Lawrence Scott said they were “not in favour” of the increased fees, as two months ago the departure tax was raised from $35 to $50, and now an additional $20... Read more of this article

Censure Motion Against Speaker Defeated 17-15

The Censure Motion against Speaker of the House Randy Horton was defeated in the House of Assembly by a vote of 17-15, with the debate involving discussions of an alleged $45,000 bribe and the codename “Master Chef” MPs said was contained in the MacLean affidavit. Speaker Ejects Opposition MP In March 2015 The Opposition’s Censure... Read more of this article

Decision To Reduce Officers Is “Heartbreaking”

“The news of the decision not to renew ten contracts of serving members of the Bermuda Police Service was nothing short of heartbreaking,” Chairman of the Bermuda Police Association Sergeant Raoul Ming said, adding that the BPA “remain committed to policing and statistics show that we are focused on combating the effects of guns,... Read more of this article

Reggie Lambe Scores In Mansfield Town Win

Bermuda’s Reggie Lambe scored one of Mansfield Town’s four goals to help propel them to a 4-1 victory over Worksop Town. The club’s match report said, “Goals from Craig Westcarr, Malvind Benning, Reggie Lambe and Adi Yussuf ensured a thoroughly deserved 4-1 win for the Stags at Worksop Town. In describing Lambe’s goal the... Read more of this article

Bermuda CableVision To Merge With Logic

KeyTech confirmed that its subsidiary has acquired 100% of the issued shares of Bermuda CableVision which will allow CableVision to be merged with Logic Communications, and as a result of the merger Cablevision will be rebranded as Logic. “The KeyTech Group of Companies today announces that its subsidiary has acquired 100 per cent of the issued... Read more of this article

Man Arrested In Connection With Armed Robbery

A 33 year old Warwick man has been arrested in connection with the armed robbery that took place on Monday morning [July 13], which involved two suspects on a motorcycle brandish a gun and machete at a man. The suspects stole the victim’s motorcycle along with a large quantity of cash from a local business; with the motorcycle being recovered... Read more of this article