Author Archive: Bernews1
‘Electrical Equipment Failure’ In Acute Care Wing
[Updated] There has been an “internal electrical equipment failure” in the Acute Care Wing of the hospital, all “patient appointments for all KEMH departments are cancelled until further notice” and ”we ask that the public not attend the hospital except in emergencies,” the Bermuda Hospitals Board said this evening. A... Read more of this article
Car Crashes & Catches On Fire On Middle Road
“A motorcar traveling east collided with a wall, overturned and landed on its side, before it caught on fire” this evening [June 9] on Middle Road, the police have confirmed A police spokesperson said, “There has been a serious road traffic collision involving an overturned motorcar on Middle Road near the junction with Store Hill,... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Majorette & Dance Show
[Updated with photos] The ‘No Competition’ Majorette and Dance Show is being held this evening [June 1] and you can tune in and watch live below. Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors, Tinée Furbert previously said, “Come out and support our young people who will showcase their talent with friendly dance-offs in a cultural celebration... Read more of this article
Motorcycle Rider Injured In Collision In Pembroke
A male motorcycle rider was injured in a collision earlier this evening [May 31] in Pembroke. A police spokesperson said, “Around 5:40 PM on Friday the 31 May 2024 police and other first responders were dispatched to a report of a single vehicle road traffic accident on Cavendish Road near the junction with Shelton Road, Pembroke, involving a... Read more of this article
Photos: Attendees At 2024 Bermuda Day Parade
Thousands of people — some of whom camped out from the night before — lined the streets of Hamilton for the always-popular Bermuda Day events, with the day starting off with the running and cycling races, and then continuing with the Heritage Parade which saw Gombey troupes, dance groups, majorettes, marching bands, floats, and more make... Read more of this article
Video: Dr Chapman’s Gombey Book Launch
Dr David Chapman is holding a launch event for his new book on the Gombeys. You can tune in and watch below, and we will have additional information later on. The 13-minute live video replay is below: Related Stories Video: Gombey Regalia Artistry Highlighted Video: Bermuda Gombey Festival Showcase Video: Gombey Festival Press Conference Video: “Not... Read more of this article
Two Vehicle Collision On North Shore Road
Another collision has occurred on North Shore Road today [May 24], this time involving a taxi and a car in the Shelly Bay area. Further details are limited, however we will update as able Related Stories Photos: Van Crashes On Side In Pembroke Motorcyclist Injured In Collision In Warwick Photos & Video: Car Overboard In Southampton Photos/Video:... Read more of this article
Police Confirm Death Of 61-Year-Old Woman
The police have confirmed the death of a 61-year-old woman. Acting Commissioner of Police, Na’imah Astwood said, “Around 10:55am Thursday, 16th May 2024, the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] received a 911 call regarding a suspected mental health emergency in the Wellington Slip Road, St. George’s area. “BPS officers were promptly dispatched... Read more of this article
Male Pedestrian Injured In Collision In Warwick
A male pedestrian has suffered a head injury following a collision today in Warwick, the police have confirmed A police spokesperson said, “Around 3:15pm on Saturday 11th May 2024, Police and other first responders were dispatched to a report of a serious collision on Middle Road, Warwick near Watch Hill Lane, involving a private motorcar and... Read more of this article
All Clear Given After Bomb Threat At Airport
[Updating] “There is an ongoing emergency situation at the L.F. Wade International Airport which has required that the facility be evacuated,” the police confirmed this evening. A police spokesperson said, “Passengers have disembarked the British Airways flight that was due to leave this evening for the United Kingdom. All passengers... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: 2024 Santo Cristo Festival
[Updated with photos] The Santo Cristo Festival — an Azorean tradition that has been celebrated in Bermuda for many years by the Portuguese community — is underway this afternoon and you can tune in and watch live below. We will have a photo gallery later on and in the meantime you can view all our coverage of this event over the past years... Read more of this article
90 Minute Video: 2024 Bermuda SailGP Day #1
The first day of the Bermuda SailGP is underway this afternoon [May 4] and you can tune in and watch live below. A spokesperson said, “SailGP’s much-anticipated return to the idyllic island of Bermuda is finally here, with the 10th event of Season 4 kicking off this afternoon. “Two days of action-packed and boundary-breaking racing will... Read more of this article
