Author Archive: Bernews1

Dr. Gibbons: “Incorporations Continue To Rise”

Today [Feb 18] the Minister of Education and Economic Development, Dr. Grant Gibbons announced that the Registrar of Companies’ full-year 2013 results revealed the “largest number of new company incorporations since 2008 and a very healthy increase over the 2012 results.” “The good news is incorporations continue to rise and this trend... Read more of this article

Man Admits Having Cannabis Plants On Boat

A 53 year old man appeared in Magistrates Court today [Feb 18] where he admitted having cannabis plants on his boat. Robert Leslie Holman pleaded guilty to three charges involving the possession of 0.50 grams of cannabis and was fined a total of $1,800. The facts presented to Senior Magistrate Archie Warner were that on 19th September 2013, Holman was... Read more of this article

Police Town Hall Meeting On Thursday Night

The Bermuda Police Service will host a Commissioner’s Town Hall Meeting on Thursday [Feb 20] at Somerset Primary starting at 6pm. On the panel will be the Commissioner of Police Mr. Michael DeSilva, the Deputy Commissioner Mr. Mike Jackman along with the two Assistant Commissioners, Mr. Paul Wright and Mr. Antoine Daniels. “This event will... Read more of this article

Interruption To Health Clinic Service Tomorrow

The Hamilton Health Centre as well as the Somerset and St. George’s clinics will be temporarily closed on Wednesday [Feb 19] afternoon to allow Department of Health staff to attend a workshop. A Ministry spokesperson said, “The Department of Health wishes to advise the public that the Hamilton Health Centre as well as the Somerset and St. George’s... Read more of this article

Paws To The Park Fundraising Dog Walk

The SPCA will be hosting a fun, family friendly dog walk to raise money for the shelter on Sunday, March 2nd at St. Paul’s Church Field at 2.00pm. Those interested in taking part are invited to register online through spca.bm where a pledge sheet can be downloaded to help raise funds for the shelter. “Walkers may chose between a 1 or 3 mile... Read more of this article

Police Confirm Death Of Mr. Anthony Edwards

The police have now confirmed the death of 51 year old Anthony Edwards, who succumbed to serious injuries suffered in a road traffic collision on February 6th on Southampton. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the death of 51 year old Anthony Edwards who has succumbed to serious injuries suffered in a road... Read more of this article

Burt Receives Letter With ‘Threat Of Legal Action’

Opposition MP David Burt — who made certain allegations in the House of Assembly on Friday and subsequently repeated them on a radio talk show — said he received a letter this morning [Feb 18] with a “threat of legal action.” MPs all have Parliamentary Privilege, meaning they cannot be sued for anything they say in the House... Read more of this article

Bean On Allegations, Tapes, Phone Tapping

ZBM’s Gary Moreno hosted a one-hour interview with the Opposition Leader Marc Bean last night [Feb 17], where Mr. Bean discussed his allegations, said his phone is tapped, and said tapes exist that would “bring the Government to its knees in 24 hours.” Mr. Moreno started out by asking Mr. Bean why he did not come forward with these... Read more of this article

PechaKucha Night To Be Held On February 20

The sixth ‘PechaKucha Night’[PKN] is taking place on Thursday [Feb 20] at the Blue Water Anglers Club on 28 East Broadway in Hamilton. Doors open at 6.00pm and presentations begin at 6:30pm. The event is open to everyone and admission is free. A fish fry will also be available during the event for $15 per plate. Some topics and experiences being... Read more of this article

BFA Advise Of Football Schedule Changes

The Bermuda Football Association have advised that the First Division match between Somerset Bridge Recreation Club and Young Men Social Club scheduled for Saturday, February 22nd has been moved to Sunday February 23rd at 12:30pm at White Hill Field. The First Division match between Somerset Bridge Recreation Club and Devonshire Colts scheduled for... Read more of this article

Rider Collides With Van, Left In Serious Condition

[Updated] A 59 year old man is tonight [Feb 17] listed in serious condition with serious head injuries after the motorcycle he was riding was involved in a collision with a parked van on Cox’s Hill Road in Pembroke. A Police spokesperson said, “Police responded to a report of a road traffic collision that took place at 8.29pm on Monday evening... Read more of this article

Photos: Coney Island Brush Fire Extinguished

Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service personnel attended a brush fire at approximately 5.30pm today [Feb 17] on Coney Island Road in Hamilton Parish. We understand the incident may have involved a a pole fire that caught nearby trees on fire. The blaze was extinguished by Fire Service personnel but not before an area of brush, a nearby canopy and other items... Read more of this article