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Post Office To Resume Canadian Service
The Bermuda Post Office [BPO] has announced that mail delivery to Canada will resume on Monday [December 23]. A spokesperson said: “As operations return to normal, customers are advised that due to backlogs within Canada’s postal network, deliveries from Bermuda may be slower than usual. “The BPO appreciates the public’s understanding... Read more of this article
Mia Fishel Releases First Children’s Book
[Written by Stephen Wright] Footballer Mia Fishel has released her first children’s book, Big Fish, which aims to inspire youngsters to be “brave, stay determined, and follow their dreams.” Fishel, whose father Patrick is Bermudian, is related to the Bascomes, the island’s famous football family, including former Bermuda players Andrew and David... Read more of this article
Video: Dec 18th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Assistant Commissioner of Police Martin Weekes to resume role at BPS, Senate in session today, Geographic Information System platform launched for Climate Change, Daniel Phillips receives ASU Bermuda Scholarship, BFA D Licence Coaching course underway, Junior Pan Ams to feature 28 sports and Wallpaper Wednesday features Bermuda Christmas are some of... Read more of this article
Wallpaper Wednesday: Bermuda Christmas
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a festive Bermuda-shaped graphic adorned with Christmas trees and Santa’s sleigh. You can find more Christmas-themed designs at Bermudacovers.com. The design is available in two sizes; a Facebook profile cover image and also in a vertical format, ideally sized for use as... Read more of this article
Junior Pan Ams To Feature 28 Sports
The Junior Pan American Games in Asunción, Paraguay, will feature 28 sports and 43 disciplines. More than 4,000 athletes from 41 countries are expected to compete in the Games, which will run from August 9 to 23 next year. There will be four new sports added the programme: field hockey, golf, rugby and waterski /wakeboard. In addition, two disciplines... Read more of this article
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Dec 17 2024
December 17 saw 80 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $112.00 BD. 80 shares were traded by Bermuda Aviation Services Ltd, closing even at $1.65 per share. The BSX finished at 2,501.05, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 53 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda... Read more of this article
Official Govt & Legal Notices For Dec 17 2024
The official Government and Legal notices for today [Dec 17] include acting appointments, notification of planning applications registered, contracts, assent, road sobriety checkpoint notice, appointment of marriage officer and cancellation of registration. Director Department Of Health Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Acting Appointments Notice... Read more of this article
ACOP Weekes To Resume Role At BPS
Following an independent investigation into Assistant Commissioner of Police [ACOP] Martin Weekes “it has been determined there is no case to answer,” and he “is scheduled to resume the role of ACOP Operations on December 23rd.” Deputy Commissioner of Police Na’imah Astwood said, “Following an independent investigation... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: Dec 17 ZBM Evening News
With an aim to expand the way they deliver their news to the community, the Bermuda Broadcasting Company is continuing to live stream their evening news programme online for viewers both on the island and abroad. The live video will begin at 7.00pm, and play to 7.30pm, and then the replay will be available: Related Stories 30 Minute Video: Dec 30... Read more of this article
Weather Forecast For Wednesday December 18
Wednesday December 18 is expected to see intervals of clouds and sunshine, with the high to be near 22°C/72°F and the low to be near 18°C/65°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 73%. Sunrise will be at 7:15am and sunset will be at 5:17pm. High tide will be at 10:19am... Read more of this article
GIS Platform Launched For Climate Change
The Government of Bermuda has launched a Geographic Information System [GIS] designed to enhance understanding and inform action based on the findings of the recently published Climate Change and Its Impact on Bermuda Study. A spokesperson said, “The public will recall that this landmark study, released on November 27, highlights the pressing... Read more of this article
David Patrick’s LSU Tigers Defeated By SMU
Associate head coach David Patrick and his LSU Tigers men’s basketball team were defeated 74-64 away to the SMU Mustangs in the NCAA Division 1 in Frisco, Texas, on Saturday [December 14]. LSU, who play in the Southeastern Conference, face the Stetson Hatters today. Bermudian Patrick joined LSU as an associate head coach in May. He is the former head... Read more of this article
