Author Archive: Bernews1

First & Premier Division Football Results

A number of football games took place across the island on Sunday [Nov 18] with St. David’s, Devonshire Colts, Young Men Social Club, Somerset Trojans, Robin Hood and North Village Rams walking away with victories. First Division: Hamilton Parish 1 – St. David’s 3 At the Wellington Oval, league leaders St. David’s bounced back from their... Read more of this article

$0.05 For Every Gallon Of Gas To Be Donated

Esso Bermuda has launched its “Help Us Help” promotion, whereby for every gallon of gas that is pumped at all Esso stations from now up until January 11th, 2013, 5¢ will be donated to the Bermuda Diabetes Association. All proceeds raised will go to the Bermuda Diabetes Association in order to assist the organisation’s daily operations and... Read more of this article

Weekend Links, News, Photos, Videos & More

This past weekend saw thirty firefighters battle a blaze at a Devonshire warehouse, the conclusion of the World Rugby Classic, the political parties trade words over business policies, a number of sporting events take place across the island and more. Links to our weekend coverage are below, click to view more. News/Misc: OBA: Bad Policies Costing... Read more of this article

PLP: Where’s The Red Steakhouse Statement?

Following a statement from the OBA saying that the imminent closure of Computer City and the resulting nine job losses is “one more example of bad government policies costing Bermudians jobs,” the PLP has asked why the OBA did not put out a statement “praising the opening of Red Steakhouse & Bar and the government policies that supported... Read more of this article

OBA: Bad Policies Costing Bermudians Jobs

“Saturday’s news that Computer City is closing its doors after 12 years of operation is one more example of bad government policies costing Bermudians jobs,” Spokesman for the OBA Economy Shadow Board and C#7 candidate Sylvan Richards said. Citing the “unprecedented economic conditions in Bermuda,” Computer City recently confirmed... Read more of this article

Results: Hannover Re Road Races

Over 100 participants turned out this morning [Nov 18] at Tuckers Property across from Botanical Gardens to take part in the Hannover Re Half Marathon, Marathon and 10K races. Stephen Allen took first place honours with a time of 33:52 in the 10K race with Evan Naude second and Ricky Sousa taking third. Catherine Mello crossed the line in 46:28 winning... Read more of this article

Caron Bermuda To Present Community Awards

Caron Bermuda, a nonprofit addiction treatment facility, will host the 4th Annual Community Service Awards Breakfast on Tuesday, November 27th at 8:30 a.m. at the Fairmont Hamilton Princess Hotel, Gazebo Room. Doug Tieman, President and CEO of Caron US Treatment Centers is special guest for the event, which is sponsored by Butterfield Bank. The Community... Read more of this article

Video: BIOS Celebrates 110 Years Of Existence

The Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences [BIOS] is celebrating 110 years of excellence in ocean science research and education this year. Founded in 1903 as the Bermuda Biological Station, their mission is to transform the fields of oceanography, marine science, and ocean health through a blend of cutting edge research, and comprehensive educational... Read more of this article

Three People Arrested: Suspicion Of DUI

Three people were arrested early Friday morning [Nov 16] on suspicion of impaired driving. Around 3:10am police officers on mobile patrol along Crow Lane in Pembroke observed a motorcycle being ridden erratically out of the City of Hamilton. They pursued the rider and stopped the motorcycle. The rider, a 42 year old Southampton man, was arrested on... Read more of this article

Videos: Youth Parliament Opens, Throne Speech

We have all been majorly impacted by the global economic recession and gun crime, and decisions made in regard to our country are now more significant than ever, Youth Premier Ryan Robinson Perinchief said. The Convening of Youth Parliament took place on Thursday [Nov.15] at the House of Assembly, with Youth Premier Ryan Robinson Perinchief delivering... Read more of this article

Photos: World Rugby Classic Crowds & More

The World Rugby Classic kicked off on November 10th and ended on November 17th, with crowds making their way to the National Sports Center each night to watch the games and enjoy the party atmosphere. Teams from Australia, Argentina, Canada, Italy, France, South Africa, and the United States made their way to the island to compete in the event, which... Read more of this article

Photos: Australia Win 2012 World Rugby Classic

Australia walked away with the 2012 World Rugby Classic title last night [Nov 17] after defeating South Africa 15 – 5. After sustaining several minutes of pressure, Norman Jordan went over for a try in the 20th minute and gave South Africa the 5-0 lead, with Neil Cole missing the conversion. The fans would have to wait until the 41st minute before... Read more of this article