Author Archive: Bernews1

Bermuda To Recognize Autism Awareness Day

The Bermuda Autism Support and Education Society [BASE] will be a holding a Proclamation ceremony tomorrow [Apr 2] at 12.30 pm on the steps of the Cabinet Office on Front Street, as Bermuda recognizes World Autism Awareness Day. The Proclamation will be read by Premier Craig Cannonier. A spokesperson from BASE said, “Every year, more children... Read more of this article

Bermuda Hogges Link Up With Ilkeston F.C

The Bermuda Hogges organization have agreed to link up with Evo-Stick Premier League club, Ilkeston F.C. The relationship has been developed over the past 12 months due to the connection between Hogges owners, Paul Scope and Kyle Lightbourne, and officials at Ilkeston. Ilkeston Commercial Director Nigel Harrop is a former Bermuda resident and a friend... Read more of this article

Holiday Weekend News, Links, Photos, Videos

This past holiday weekend saw Bermuda’s young athletes claim Carifta medals in Jamaica and the Bahamas, as well as Good Friday and Easter festivities held across the island. Links to our weekend coverage are below, click to view more. Carifta Coverage: Zakiyyah Showers Wins Bronze In Bahamas Moore Wins Gold, Washington Claims Bronze Carifta... Read more of this article

25-Year-Old Man Arrested For Suspicion Of DUI

A 25 year old man was arrested on Friday evening [Mar 29] on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol after police officer spotted him driving at high speeds and swerving over the center-line A police spokesperson said, “At 9:55pm on Friday Officers were on mobile patrol in Hamilton Parish when they noticed a driver, operating his vehicle... Read more of this article

Sailing: Chase Cooper Finishes 10th In Brazil

The 2013 IODA South American Championships concluded on Saturday under sunny skies in Porto Alegre, Brazil. Officials were able to complete 9 races during the week with only one race completed on the final day due to light winds. The Bermuda Optimist Dinghy Association [BODA] sent a 5 sailor team consisting of qualifiers Chase Cooper, Peter Dill, Benn... Read more of this article

Zakiyyah Showers Wins Bronze In Bahamas

Bermuda’s Zakiyyah Showers claimed the island’s third track and field medal, crossing the line in 11:30.06 to win a bronze medal in the 3000m last night [Mar 31]. Other Bermuda track and field athletes also saw action in the afternoon session yesterday. In the Under 17 3000m Daniel Oatley finished 4th clocking a time of 10:02:75, while Bruce... Read more of this article

Bermuda In 7th Place On Carifta Medal Table

[Updated] The latest medal count from the Carifta Games being held in the Bahamas show Bermuda in 7th place. Regional powerhouses Jamaica lead with 27 medals, the hosts Bahamas have 11, and BVI and Guyana have four each. Sakari Famous won Bermuda’s first medal, claiming a silver in the high jump. Kyrah Scraders followed that up with a silver... Read more of this article

Video: Hootie & The Blowfish Bermuda Song

After the phenomenal success of their debut album “Cracked Rear View” in 1994 — it sold 16 million copies and spawned four hit singles — the band Hootie & The Blowfish retreated to Bermuda to work on their follow-up release “Fairweather Johnson”, saluting the tranquility they found on the island in a track titled... Read more of this article

Rider Attempts To Escape On Stolen Motorcycle

A man riding a stolen motorcycle was arrested this weekend after attempting to escape from police officers in the Sandys parish area. A police spokesperson said, “Police were on mobile patrol in Sandys Parish at around 3:40am in the area of Somerset Road and Ladder Lane when then noticed a male on a cycle acting suspiciously. “Officers... Read more of this article

Sudden Death Of 42-Year-Old Guest Worker

A 42-year-old guest worker passed away early this morning [Mar 31], and the police said enquiries into the circumstances surrounding the death are underway, however foul play is not suspected. A police spokesperson said, “On Sunday, March 31st at approximately 8am police and first responders attended a report of a sudden death that took place... Read more of this article

UK Club Set To Sign Bermuda Striker Russell

England’s Ilkeston Football club are poised to boost their strike-power over the final weeks of the current season by giving Bermuda international Antwan Russell the chance to make an impact at their New Manor Ground. The Robins are currently awaiting international clearance for the 26-year-old front-runner and the hope is that he will be available... Read more of this article

“Norwegian Breakaway” Captain Announced

Norwegian Cruise Line today [Mar. 31] announced the seasoned captains who will serve on “Norwegian Breakaway”, the company’s most innovative ship to date which will commence voyages to Bermuda later this year. Norwegian also introduced the ship’s hotel director, responsible for all guest areas, including the 28 dining options, world-class... Read more of this article