Author Archive: Bernews1

First Gaming Town Hall To Be Held Tonight

The first Town Hall on gaming will be held from 6pm – 8pm this evening [Feb 6] at Penno’s Wharf in St. George’s, designed to provide the opportunity for locals to learn more about the Government’s plans. Minister of Tourism Development and Transport Crockwell said: “I encourage anyone with any questions or concerns about gaming in... Read more of this article

Bashley Football Club Sign Taurean Manders

Bermudian footballer Taurean Manders has signed with Bashley Football Club, a non-league English side based in Bashley, near New Milton, Hampshire. It was established in 1947, and is currently a member of the Southern League Premier Division. The 28-year-old Bermuda international has amassed 13 caps since making his debut against Barbados a decade ago.... Read more of this article

Botanical Gardens Access Road Closure

The Department of Parks said they would like to advise the general public that the access road into the Botanical Gardens leading from the Peace Lutheran Gate on South Shore Road to the Department of Environmental Protection will be closed at the north end due to cabling and concrete chamber works for the air conditioning unit at the new hospital. “The... Read more of this article

Ministry Responds: Ombudsman’s Grave Report

Today the Ministry of Home Affairs offered the following in response to the recently released Ombudsman’s press release on the report A Grave Error. The Ombudsman expressed concern regarding the Department of Planning and how it failed to implement suggested recommendations to prevent the demolition of the grave site at Tucker’s Point, which is... Read more of this article

BPSU Respond: Public Service Reform Initiative

The “Reform Initiative should not be used as a means to erode jobs, pensions and employee benefits,” Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] President Kevin Grant said today. Yesterday [Jan 2] Premier Craig Cannonier announced the launch of a Public Service Reform initiative which he said was designed to increase the efficiency and effectiveness... Read more of this article

Premier Cannonier Comments On New York Trip

[Updated with more photos] Premier Craig Cannonier recently lead a trip to New York during the week of January 27, 2014, which included meetings with the UK Trade and Investment office, Consulate of Mexico, Consulate of India, editorial board meetings with Bloomberg and the Financial Times as well as with Norwegian Cruise Lines executives during the... Read more of this article

Man’s Workbag Stolen, Suspects On Motorcycles

A 30 year old man was walking in Southampton last Wednesday evening [Jan 29] when had his workbag stolen by suspects on motorcycles. A police spokesperson said, “On Friday, January 31st police received a report of a robbery that apparently took place sometime between 11pm and 11:30pm Wednesday, January 29th in the South Road, Lighthouse Road Southampton... Read more of this article

Minister Extends Support To Corrections Recruits

Earlier today the Minister of National Security Michael Dunkley visited the Westgate Correctional Facility where twelve men, ranging from ages 24 – 44, are undergoing a 12-week training course in anticipation of joining the ranks of the Department of Corrections. The programme involves fitness training, defensive tactic training, practical testing... Read more of this article

BTA Release Local Hotel Performance Metrics

The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] today announced that, along with arrival numbers of leisure and business travellers; revenue generated by tourists through visitor spend; and contributions to Gross Domestic Product, it will also begin to release data on hotel revenues. In addition, exit survey data indicating visitor satisfaction will be released... Read more of this article

Four Murder & Gun Defendants Appear In Court

Four defendants — three charged with murder — appeared in the Supreme Court Montly Arraignment Session this morning [Feb 3] via video-link with Westgate Correctional Facility. Wolde Gardner Wolde Gardner, 33, who is charged with murder of Malcolm Augustus, was given a trial date of 21st April 2014. Mr Augustus, 20, was shot and killed... Read more of this article

“Get Luxed For School” Community Program

Luxe Salon has developed a “Get Luxed for School” program, partnering with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Bermuda [BBBS] to help provide free back to school styles for children. Starting on February 1, 2014, Luxe Salon will allocate $2.00 from every hairstyle and cut towards back-to-school styles for children registered within the BBBS program. BBBS... Read more of this article

Bermuda College Opens Nursing Simulation Lab

The Nursing Office at Bermuda College officially opened its state-of-the-art simulation lab in the Technical Centre on the Stonington campus today [Feb 3]. The brand new lab, a first for the College and Bermuda, contains both a viewing classroom and a contemporary, clinical testbed, featuring mannequins for clinical simulation. The mannequins can be... Read more of this article