Author Archive: Bernews1

Two Men Injured In Motorcycle Collision

Two motorcycle riders — aged 22 and 55 — were injured in a collision on Middle Road in Southampton last night, with both men now in stable condition on a general ward in the hospital. A police spokesperson said, “Around 8:30pm on Thursday, December 4th first responders were dispatched to a reported two motorcycle collision on Middle... Read more of this article

Bermudian Detained Overseas Expected In Court

The police said that one Bermudian who was detained by Canadian law enforcement officers in Toronto has appeared before the Canadian courts, and it is anticipated that another Bermudian will also be charged. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service continues to liaise with Canadian authorities after several passengers on a scheduled... Read more of this article

ICC: Allan Douglas Had Legal Bowling Action

Bermuda’s Allan Douglas II has been found to employ a legal bowling action after undergoing a Home Board Analysis of his action following a group match against Singapore during Pepsi ICC World Cricket League Division 3 [WCL Div.3] in Malaysia in October, the International Cricket Council [ICC] said today. A statement from the ICC said, “Douglas... Read more of this article

Shooting In Cedar Hill Area, No One Injured

[Updated] At sometime around 5.30pm this evening [Dec 3] there was shooting in the Warwick area, with suspects on a motorcycle firing at a residence. Further details are limited at this time, however we will update as able. Update 6.33pm: Police Media Manager Dwayne Caines said, “The Bermuda Police Service can confirm that a firearms incident... Read more of this article

Live Blog: America’s Cup Arrives In Bermuda

[Still updating on Wednesday] The America’s Cup Event Authority revealed yesterday [Dec 2] in a press conference in New York City that Bermuda has been selected to be home of America’s Cup in 2017, and the Cup is due to arrive in Bermuda today. Following a motorcade from the airport to Hamilton, there will be a celebration on Front Street this evening,... Read more of this article

NHC: Fay Revised From Storm To Hurricane

The National Hurricane Center [NHC] specialists in Miami have now officially revised the category strength for Fay from a strong Tropical Storm to a land-falling Category 1 hurricane for Bermuda, the Bermuda Weather Service said today [Dec 3]. Fay struck the island in October, leaving damage islandwide and knocking out power to over 27,000 customers. Collage... Read more of this article

2017 America’s Cup Promo Hits East Broadway

Less than 24 hours after the announcement that Bermuda will host the 2017 America’s Cup, junior and adult sailors — Olympic sailor Sara Lane Adderley — took to East Broadway this morning [Dec 3] to help spread the news that Bermuda will be the new home of the America’s Cup. The actual Cup will arrive in Bermuda later today,... Read more of this article

Photos: Flight From Brazil Diverts To Bermuda

[Updated with video + official information] An American Airlines flight traveling from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, diverted to Bermuda this morning [Dec 3], touching down at just past 6.00am. The Boeing 767-300 was heading to New York when some form of technical difficulty arose, and it was greeted by the Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service and an ambulance,... Read more of this article

Pet Owner Seeks Help Finding Missing Cat

A family is hoping that the community can help them locate their missing cat, with 4 year old “Toby” going missing from the Poinciana Road, Devonshire area on November 25th. Sophie and Matthew Francis said they desperately want to find Toby, who is quite distinctive looking, as he only has three legs, with his front left leg missing. He... Read more of this article

Purpose-Built Event Village In Dockyard For Cup

[Updated] Dockyard was selected as the venue to base the 2017 America’s Cup, and a purpose-built event village will be developed, the organisers said today. Ending months of speculation, the America’s Cup Event Authority revealed in a press conference today [Dec 2] that Bermuda has been selected to host the America’s Cup in 2017. Rendering #1... Read more of this article

Student Stands With Sign: “I’ve Been Rude”

[Updated] Earlier today [Dec 2] a school boy was seen standing at the Crow Lane round-a-bout area with a sign around his neck saying “I’ve been rude in school.” The child was apparently sent home from school prior to this, and was subsequently required to stand at the round-a-bout. Bernews arrived just as the child was leaving, and... Read more of this article

BTA: Beginning Of An Exhilarating New Chapter

“We’re thrilled to be named the home of the 35th America’s Cup in 2017,” said Bermuda Tourism Authority CEO Bill Hanbury. “Today’s announcement is just the beginning of an exhilarating new chapter for Bermuda as an island country — including the important tourism industry.” “The Bermuda Tourism Authority is honoured... Read more of this article