Author Archive: Bernews1

Family Seeks Help: Missing Shih Tzu [Found]

A family is seeking assistance in locating their missing Shih Tzu dog “Paris” [pictured below]. She was last seen in Paget near St Michael’s Road and Mission Road – in the area by Gilbert Institute. If located please call 500-1989. Update 2.15pm: “Paris” has been found, and the family thanked everyone in the Mission... Read more of this article

BCS IBM Club Squash Championships

The BCS IBM Club Championships draws were released today with outstanding draws in all four divisions. Three of the four defending champions are back to try and hold on to their titles lead by record breaking Nick Kyme going for an unprecedented 14th title. Nick will face tough opposition in #2 seed Thomas Sherratt who pushed him hard in last week’s... Read more of this article

Miss Thang’s Holiday Wishes For Seniors

Kristy “Miss Thang” Burgess and charity group, The Phenomenal Women’s Association are working to raise donations and gift vouchers to assist the islands seniors during the upcoming holiday season. A spokesperson from the group said, “Our seniors are in tremendous need and more so this year. Many seniors still live on their own... Read more of this article

PLP: ‘OBA Has Yet To Say What They Will Cut’

[Updated] The PLP issued a statement this afternoon [Nov 23] saying the OBA say that they can increase spending and cut taxes to the tune of $500 million while simultaneously reducing the debt, but have yet to say what they will cut. The statement said the PLP has a “realistic ten point plan for growth.” Their plan includes: continue to... Read more of this article

Six Scholarships: University Of The West Indies

Once a new scheme is in place, the total number of scholarships on offer in Bermuda to the University of the West Indies will increase to six – four undergraduate and two postgraduate – Education Minister Dame Jennifer Smith said today. Minister Smith said: “The last time we met together to talk about Bermuda’s status as an Associate... Read more of this article

BA Flight Diverts Due To Sick Passenger

British Airways flight #2158 enroute from St. Lucia to London diverted to Bermuda in the middle of the night as a passenger who became ill. The passenger, accompanied by a friend, was taken to King Edward Memorial hospital. The aircraft departed from Bermuda at 2.11am this morning [Nov 23] to continue the flight to London. A BA spokesperson said... Read more of this article

Let’s Talk Some Real Trash Talk In This Election

[Written by Jonathan Starling] It is not unusual to read and hear complaints about the amount of trash talk that the two main parties indulge, a phenomenon which seems to be magnified during election campaigns. And yet, seldom do these two parties actively seek to engage in real trash talk. And by that, I mean talking about trash in the literal sense!... Read more of this article

Photos: 2012 Lines, Sales, Stores & Black Friday

Many of the island’s retailers opened early offering substantial ‘Black Friday‘ discounts this morning, and there was no shortage of shoppers out looking to take advantage of the lower prices. The first store to attract a line was Digicel’s Church Street branch with a dedicated shopper pulling up a chair outside late yesterday... Read more of this article

Marine Search For Dereck Spenser Resumes

[Updated] The marine search for Dereck Spenser resumed this morning [Nov 23] after being suspended late yesterday. Mr. Spenser was last seen around 4:30pm on Wednesday [Nov 21] having left his job in the Dockyard area on his motorcycle. The news of his disappearance prompted numerous comments online, with many people expressing their concern for... Read more of this article

Coalition To Host Budgeting & Debt Workshop

The Coalition for the Protection of Children will be holding a budgeting workshop at their Mount Hill office on November 30th to assist those who feel they could benefit from budget advice and debt management. A spokesperson said, “Due to increasing struggles of families trying to budget in difficult economic times, the Coalition for the Protection... Read more of this article

$5,000 Prize For Correct Weather Prediction

In a nod to the value of crowdsourcing as an effective forecasting method, the Risk Prediction Initiative (RPI2.0) announces the start of its seasonal forecast competition, in which participants can win up to $5000. Based in Bermuda, RPI2.0 works to create effective and efficient dialogue between scientists and (re)insurers involved in catastrophic... Read more of this article

‘We Need A Responsible Path To The Future’

[Updated with video] Bermuda needs a sound economic plan that grows the economy, creates jobs, pays down our national debt, and supports critical government services, OBA candidate Andrew Simons said today. Saying “let’s think beyond the next four weeks, and instead focus on the next 20 years,” Mr Simons asked what will the future be... Read more of this article