Author Archive: Bernews1

“Road Safety A Matter Of National Importance”

[Updated with video] Premier Michael Dunkley and Minister of Tourism Development & Transport Shawn Crockwell held a press conference today [Jan 14] to both urge the community to drive safely, as well as provide an overview of some of the measures the Government plans to try and take to improve road safety. This follows after a spate of collisions,... Read more of this article

Shadow Minister: Use Care, Caution & Courtesy

“With yet another road fatality reported this week, I extend my heartfelt sympathy to the families who have lost family members and loved ones on our roads,” Shadow Transport Minister Lawrence Scott, who also urged the community to observe the three “Cs”: Care, Caution and Courtesy. Mr Scott said, “The Commissioner of Police discussed implementing... Read more of this article

Ferry Boat Back In Service After Engine Failure

On Friday [Jan 9] the Warwick/Paget Ferry Corona, carrying five passengers, suffered an engine failure at around 10.15am and was assisted by a line boat to the Ferry Terminal where all passengers disembarked, however the Ministry said the vessel was returned to service at 12:00pm same day. A photo sent in said to show the ferry being towed on Friday: A... Read more of this article

Gibb’s Hill Lighthouse Closing: Hurricane Repairs

The Ministry of Public Works has advised the public that Gibb’s Hill Lighthouse in Southampton will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2015 until further notice. “The purpose of the closure is to enable work crews to undertake repairs at the Gibb’s Hill Lighthouse property that was affected by Hurricane Gonzalo,” a spokesperson said. “It... Read more of this article

Norwegian Breakaway & Dawn To Return In 2016

Both the Norwegian Breakaway and Norwegian Dawn cruise ships are set to return to Bermuda next year, with the cruise line’s website saying the Breakaway will sail from New York from April through October 23, while the Dawn will sail from Boston. Norwegian Cruise Line’s website said, “Norwegian will continue its tradition of sailing... Read more of this article

“One Of My Favourite Racing Venues In World”

“Bermuda is one of my favourite racing venues in the world,” Sir Ben Ainslie said in his latest column for Boat International magazine, adding that “the people are lovely, and passionate about sailing and sport.” Writing in the February 2015 issue, the four-time Olympic sailing gold medalist said, “I went to New York for... Read more of this article

Police Confirm: Shooting In Sandys, No Injuries

[Updated with video] There are reports of gunshots being fired this evening [Jan 13] in Sandys, with multiple unofficial reports indicating that shots were fired. The police are on scene, and while further details are limited at this time, we will update as able. Update 10:58pm: The police have confirmed that a shooting occurred at around 9.40pm, in... Read more of this article

Global Reinsurers: Who Will Gain Despite Pain?

A.M. Best has released a new briefing providing its detailed perspective on the increasingly challenged global reinsurance market. The Best’s Briefing, titled “Global Reinsurers: Who Will Gain Despite All the Pain?” explores how the A.M. Best composite of U.S. and Bermuda reinsurers is expected to perform in 2015, and contains an estimate of dedicated... Read more of this article

Richard Thomas Dies Following Road Collision

[Updated: Police confirm the death of 59 year old Richard Thomas of Paget] Police warn that as of 6.15pm on Monday evening [Jan 12], there are traffic diversions in place on Middle Road, Warwick [by Belmont] due to a collision. Further details are limited at this time, however we will update as able. Update Jan 12, 6.55pm: The collision appears to... Read more of this article

Dage Minors Wins 800M At Dartmouth Relays

Competing for his Franklin Pierce University Men’s Track & Field team, Bermuda’s Dage Minors took home a first place finish in the 800m at the 46th annual Dartmouth Relays held in New Hampshire, as well as recording a fourth place finish in the 400m. He recorded a time of 1:58.31 in the 800m, and a time of 50.43 in the 400m. The school’s... Read more of this article

Shadow Minister, Health Minister: Care Of Seniors

[Updated] “Denials, delays and inaction must end, and the condition and well-being of our seniors must become a priority for the OBA Government,” Shadow Minister for Seniors Derrick Burgess said today. Mr. Burgess said, “ The recent coverage of the poor and in some cases dangerous treatment of seniors in some of our senior care facilities... Read more of this article