Author Archive: Bernews1

Opinion: MP Outerbridge On Bermuda Charities

[Written by OBA MP Nandi Outerbridge] When the people in some countries see suffering, they expect their governments to take care of it. They learn to keep a certain distance from people who need help. Bermudians are different. They see suffering and want to help. They feel a personal responsibility to help those in danger, or in need. And that is part... Read more of this article

Smith’s Parish Council Hosting Seniors Tea

The Smith’s Parish Council is hosting a Seniors Tea this Saturday [July 12] at St. Mark’s Church Hall from 3:00pm to 6:00pm. A spokesperson said, “This is a free event open to all seniors, and is not limited to Smith’s Parish residents. We are looking for seniors to come by, relax and enjoy the entertainment, guest speakers,... Read more of this article

Janet Wingate To Host Book Signing Today

Bermudian author Janet Wingate is launching the 2nd edition of her book ‘Nonsuch Summer’, with a book signing at the Bermuda Book Store during Harbour Nights this evening [July 9th]. It tells the story of her childhood on Nonsuch Island, and brings to life the creation of the living museum there, including the challengeto save the cahow. The... Read more of this article

Bermuda Baseball Team Win One, Lose One

Bermuda’s Cal Ripken All-Stars team are now 1 & 1 on their tour to Marlboro Massachusetts with an 7 – 4 loss to Burlington. The Bermuda team found themselves up 1 – 0 after the First Inning and after going scoreless in the Second Inning they allowed 4 runs in the bottom half of the inning to fall behind 4 – 1. In the top of the Third Bermuda... Read more of this article

Two Years Later: Murder Of Rudy Smith

Wednesday [July 9th] marks the second anniversary of the disappearance of Rudy Smith, and police continue to appeal for information in hopes of bringing his killer[s] to justice. Officers from the Serious Crime Unit, under the supervision of the Senior Investigating Officer Acting Detective Chief Inspector Greenidge, continue to investigate this matter. Detective... Read more of this article

Minister: Emergency Evacuation Of Global House

The emergency evacuation of Global House yesterday morning [July 3] was after an air conditioning unit on the northern end of the roof caused vibrations and noise, Minister of Public Works Patricia Gordon-Pamplin said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today, the Minister said, “Several Government staff and clients had evacuated the Government... Read more of this article

Opinion: Marc Bean On Vision For Bermuda

[Opinion column written by Opposition Leader Marc Bean] This season of graduations represents a period of optimism and hope for so many of Bermuda’s young people. Throughout the island, we are hearing the positive stories of our young people who are thriving in our schools and of those who have completed their education and are returning home... Read more of this article

Allan Federer Appointed Hamilton Princess GM

The Fairmont Hamilton Princess today announced the appointment of hospitality veteran Allan C. Federer as general manager of the iconic hotel, effective July 2. In his new role, Mr Federer will oversee the operations of the property, including its 410 rooms, three restaurants and meeting space. Mr Federer comes to Bermuda from The Ritz-Carlton, Moscow,... Read more of this article

Donte Hunt Establishing Aerial Drone Business

Bermudian Donte Hunt is establishing a new business to operate unmanned reconnaissance aircraft that can fly for 20 hours streaming back live high definition video to the Island. The state-of-the-art Unmanned Aircraft Systems [UAS] can provide aerial intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance services which he said could help in drug interdiction,... Read more of this article

Orient-Express Changes Name To Belmond Ltd.

Bermuda-based Orient-Express Hotels Ltd. confirmed that is has changed its name from Orient-Express Hotels Ltd. to Belmond Ltd. following approval from shareholders at the 2014 AGM held on June 30, 2014. Furthermore, the Company intends to change the ticker symbol of its class A common shares listed on the New York Stock Exchange from OEH to BEL on... Read more of this article

Gardner & Dickinson Found Guilty Of Murder

Following a Supreme Court trial, the jury has just returned a verdict against Wolda Gardner [pictured] and Rickai Dickinson, who have both been found guilty of the murder of George Lynch. Mr Lynch, was shot and killed while standing outside a Midland Heights Crescent, Hamilton Parish home at around 10.30pm on May 5th, 2010. The jury went out earlier... Read more of this article

Police Confirm Death: Jonathan Burch-DeCosta

[Updated] This afternoon the Bermuda Police officially identified the gentleman who died following an accident on Sunday [June 29] in Sandys parish as 20 year old Jonathan Burch-DeCosta. A police spokesperson said, ” The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the death of 20 year old Jonathan Burch-DeCosta. “Mr. Burch-DeCosta was initially... Read more of this article