Author Archive: Bernews1

BEST’s Reaction To The 2014 Throne Speech

The Bermuda Environmental and Sustainability Taskforce [BEST] has responded to the 2014 Throne Speech saying that while they are disappointed that there was no mention of Southlands becoming a public parkland or of pesticide-related issues, there “was much we can comment positively on.” The full statement from BEST is below: Of course we... Read more of this article

Video: Teens Produce “This Is Paradise 2014″

The latest video release from two talented teenagers — Giles Lorimer Turner and his brother James Lorimer Turner — has already received over 11,000 views in the first 48 hours of being online. Titled “This Is Paradise – Bermuda 2014″ the video showcases Bermuda from what the brothers hope is a younger perspective, with... Read more of this article

Audio: BBC Sport’s “Bermudian Double Act”

BBC Sportsworld featured what they termed a “Bermudian Double Act” yesterday [Nov 8], showcasing two of the island’s top athletes, with the 10-minute interview featuring footballer Shaun Goater and track & field athlete Nicky Saunders. The text that accompanied the interview said, “Nick Saunders, who was Commonwealth Champion... Read more of this article

Photos: ‘Eclipse’ Super Yacht Back In Bermuda

Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich’s super yacht Eclipse – which some reports estimate to be worth over a billion dollars — is back in Bermuda, with the luxury vessel docked in Hamilton. The super-yacht is over 500 ft long and was the largest privately owned super-yacht in the world until Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan unveiled the 590-foot... Read more of this article

Live Blog Updates: 2014 Throne Speech

[Updated] The Convening of Parliament will take place this morning [Nov 7], with Government and Opposition MPs gathering to hear Governor George Fergusson deliver the 2014 Throne Speech, which outlines the Government’s Legislative Agenda for the year ahead. The proceedings — which were moved indoors due to the inclement weather — will... Read more of this article

Have You Lost A Parrot? One Found Today

If your parrot happens to have gone missing, please contact the Bermuda Museum, Aquarium and Zoo’s Dr. Ian Walker [via 333-6062] to arrange collection. The parrot was found by a member of the public in the Jubilee Road, Devonshire area and is now in the care of the Bermuda Museum, Aquarium and Zoo, who said it appears to be someone’s pet,... Read more of this article

PLP Initial Response To 2014 Throne Speech

In their initial response to today’s [Nov 7] Throne Speech, the Progressive Labour Party said that “Bermuda has an OBA government that lacks a bold vision and strategy for transformation that our country so desperately needs.” A statement from the Party said, “We are sure that Sir John Swan is disappointed as his plea for boldness... Read more of this article

Chae Brangman Earns Rookie of Year Honours

Bermuda’s Chae Brangman – who plays for the Southern Connecticut State University men’s soccer team — has received multiple accolades during the year-end honours from the Northeast-10 Conference, being named Rookie of the Year, named to the league’s All-Rookie Team and named to the Third Team All-League. The school’s... Read more of this article

Throne Speech To Be Held In Senate Chambers

Tomorrow’s [Nov 6] Convening of the Legislature will be held inside — in the Senate Chambers — due to the anticipated inclement weather. Speaker of the House Randolph Horton said, “Having consulted with the President of the Senate and His Excellency the Governor, I have advised the Premier and the Leader of the Opposition that the... Read more of this article

Video: Vic Ball Sworn In As Government Senator

[Updated: Vic Ball has just been sworn in] Following the resignation of Nalton Brangman, a new Government Senator is set be sworn-in today [Nov 6] replacing Mr. Brangman who resigned earlier this week saying he wished to focus his energies on his responsibilities to Morgan’s Point Ltd.. From December 2012 to December 2013, Mr. Brangman s‎erved... Read more of this article

Photos, Video: USB Drives Donated To Students

Pembroke MPs David Burt and Walton Brown presented 200 USB flash drives to Principal Charles Joynes and the students at Northlands Primary School yesterday morning [Nov 5]. In September, Mr. Burt reached out to Principal Joynes to ask if there was any way his local PLP branch could assist the students during the school year. Principal Joynes had an... Read more of this article

LeShore & Simons Sentenced To Life For Murder

In Supreme Court yesterday [Nov 5], Jahkeo LeShore and Darrion Simons both received a sentence of life in prison with each being required to serve a minimum of 25 years before being considered as eligible for any parole. Justice Charles-Etta Simmons handed down this sentence following the pair’s conviction for the murder of David Clarke. Each... Read more of this article