Author Archive: Bernews1

Pair Charged With Grocery Store Cheque Fraud

A man and woman appeared in Magistrates Court today [Nov 25] charged with using stolen cheques to obtain groceries. Wendy Burrows, 47, and David Brooks, 57, both pleaded not guilty to a string of offences involving receiving stolen cheques, using the cheques to defraud Marketplace’s Shopping Centre of goods, and obtaining goods by deception. They... Read more of this article

Minister Addresses Oversize Vehicle Issue

Minister of Tourism Development and Transport, Shawn Crockwell today [Nov 25] advised that the Transport Control Department [TCD] is working with a local vehicle importer to resolve an issue concerning oversize private cars that have been imported into Bermuda and licensed for use on public roads. A spokesperson said, “The model in question is... Read more of this article

PLP Host Town Hall Meetings On SAGE Report

The PLP have announced that this week they will be hosting a series of town hall meetings on the Spending And Government Efficiency [SAGE] report. The first will be held on Wednesday, November 27 starting at 7.30pm at St. Paul’s AME Church hall. The second meeting will be held on Thursday, November 28 starting at 7.30pm at the Dalton E. Tucker... Read more of this article

Photos: Premier’s Concert Features Local Talent

Scores of people turned out last night [Nov 23] at the Ruth Seaton James Auditorium to see some of the Island’s top young performers take the stage for the Premier’s Concert. The Premier’s Concert — first introduced in December of 1985 by then Cultural Affairs Officer Ruth Thomas — is presented by the Department of Community and Cultural... Read more of this article

Twanée Releases ‘Driving Blind’ Music Video

Bermudian singer Twanée Butterfield has released a video for her popular song Driving Blind, a track that was written by Twanée herself, along with Talon Haynes and Dahlia, and produced by Ky Miller. The video was directed by Mario Butterfield. The talented singer has been performing publicly from the age of seven, culminating in the release of her... Read more of this article

Upcoming: 2013 Hamilton Santa Claus Parade

Santa Claus will be visiting Hamilton on Sunday December 1st to take part in Hamilton’s traditional Santa Claus parade sponsored by the Market Place and other island vendors. The parade route will start on Par-la-ville Road at the junction of Church Street with participants travelling to Front Street, turning onto Court Street then travelling onto... Read more of this article

BMA Releases Trends & Information Report

In a new publication released today [Nov 24], the Bermuda Monetary Authority [the Authority] analyses key market trends in the fast-moving insurance linked securities [ILS] market. Craig Swan, Managing Director, Supervision at the Authority said the speed at which Bermuda had emerged as a leader in the global ILS market made the Bermuda ILS Market Report... Read more of this article

Arts Centre Christmas Show Opens Tonight

The Arts Centre’s Christmas Small Works Show opens tonight [Nov 24] in Dockyard at 5.30pm until 7.30pm with everything from jewellery to stockings to fine art. A spokesperson said, “We are inviting everyone to join us for a Glass of Bubbly and a fun night. Everyone will be a winner in our “Reindeer Raffle”. “The art work... Read more of this article

Weather Cancels Today’s Motocross Racing

The Bermuda Motocross Club race day at the Southside Motor Sports Park scheduled for today [Nov 24] has been cancelled due to the current weather conditions. Racing will continue as scheduled, next week Sunday. A post on the Bermuda Motocross Club’s Facebook page said, “Good morning members, riders and fans. Todays racing have been cancelled... Read more of this article

Results: Fishbowl Bowling League Action

Fishbowl Bowling League action continued at the Warwick Lanes with Hog Fish going down 1-3 to Wahoo while Swordfish shut out Snappers 4-0 and Porgies lost their game 1-3 against Dolphins. Bye [Gone Fishing] lost 0-4 in their game with Tuna while Goldfish defeated Milkfish 3-1. Cow Pollies played to a 2-2 tie with Mackerel while Barracuda defeated Marlins... Read more of this article

Wells On Target Again, Scores For Bradford

[Updated with video] Following his hat-trick last weekend, Bermuda’s Nahki Wells continues to impress, this time scoring in the 21st minute of today’s match, which is still underway. Bradford City are taking on Milton Keynes Dons today [Nov 23], and Wells opened up the scoring in the 21st minute to put Bradford ahead 1-0 and claim his... Read more of this article

Photos: US Air Force Hercules C-130 Aircraft

A pair of United States Air Force C-130 Hercules aircraft have been seen at the LF Wade International Airport over the past few days. The aircraft are understood to be in transit on their way to Europe. The passing of Tropical Storm Melissa over the Atlantic has delayed the journey as the crews await better weather. Click to enlarge photos: #gallery-2... Read more of this article