Category: News
30 Minute Video: May 12 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
Video: Town Hall On Fairmont Southampton
Premier David Burt, Minister of Tourism Vance Campbell and BIU President Chris Furbert will be holding a town hall meeting this evening [May 12] about the Fairmont Southampton Hotel Act, and it is set to begin at 6.00pm and we will carry the live stream below. The hotel has been closed for some time, and in March Westend said they have “obtained... Read more of this article
Round Up Campaign Raises Nearly $23,000
The MarketPlace today [May 12] announced that its latest round-up campaign has raised nearly $23,000 to support the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Ukraine, which was caused by Russia invading the nation. A spokesperson said, “Customers across the island supported The MarketPlace charity round-up to raise money which will be delivered directly to Caritas... Read more of this article
Garden Club Donates $10,000 To Carter House
The Garden Club of Bermuda has made a donation of $10,000 to Carter House. A spokesperson said, “The Garden Club of Bermuda donated $10,000.00 to Carter House [the St David’s Island Historical Society] which is believed to be one of the oldest Bermuda vernacular farmhouses, surviving largely in its original structure and form for over three centuries.... Read more of this article
Police Confirm Death Of Jove Mascarinas
The police have confirmed the sad news that a second person has died following the house explosion in Southampton, with the police confirming the death of 50-year-old Jove Mascarinas. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] can now confirm the death of 50-year-old Jove Mascarinas and extends sincere condolences to her family... Read more of this article
Governor Will ‘Reserve Assent’ Of Cannabis Bill
[Updated] The Governor has confirmed that she will “reserve Assent” of the Cannabis Licensing Bill 2022. adding that she will “notify the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs.” For Bills to become law in Bermuda, they must first pass in Parliament and then be granted Assent by the UK-appointed... Read more of this article
Column: ‘Concession Bill Is A Historic Giveaway’
[Opinion column written by OBA Senator Dr Douglas DeCouto] On Friday, the PLP Government failed the people of Bermuda with yet another demonstration of the PLP’s lack of accountability, lack of forthrightness, and lack of ability. The Fairmont Southampton concession bill is a historic giveaway to the developers that shows that David Burt as Finance... Read more of this article
TABS Partners With Shanna Hollis For New Print
Continuing their tradition of collaborating with Bermudian artists, local clothing designer TABS has partnered with Shanna Hollis on their newest release of award-winning swimwear called Gotta’ Go Town, with a percentage of sales going toward art bursaries for Kaleidoscope’s Summer program. A spokesperson said, “Ms. Hollis, who is an art teacher... Read more of this article
$3,398 Raised To Enhance Westgate Library
A recent campaign by the Personal Empowerment Circle aiming to raise funds to enhance the Westgate library and related programs has received a total of $3,398 in gift certificates. A spokesperson said, “The seven volunteers supporting the Personal Empowerment Circle, a program geared to facilitate the transformation of those incarcerated at Westgate,... Read more of this article
New National Heroes Once Every Ten Years
“To retain the distinct and extraordinary character of this award, the nomination process for new national heroes will now open to the public once every ten years, with the next cycle beginning in 2025,” Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport Dr. Ernest Peets said, Speaking yesterday [May 11] in the Senate, the Minister said, “Becoming... Read more of this article
Video: May 12th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Another coronavirus related death, 303 new confirmed Covid-19 cases in Bermuda and now 356 active, Minister: If you know something, say something, SailGP Street Fest tonight, Sincere Hall signs professional contract with Hull City, BUEI to open ‘Portholes of Discovery’ exhibit, Sakari Famous wins gold medal at Championships, Henry Ward paints... Read more of this article
Henry Ward Paints Portrait Of Dr Wingate
On Saturday [May 7] a dedication event was held at the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum and Zoo to present Dr. David Wingate with a portrait, painted by local artist Henry Ward. A spokesperson said, “The painting features Dr. Wingate assisting a fledging Cahow from its nest, with two Cahows in flight behind him. “The painting was created for Henry... Read more of this article
