Category: News
Stolen Motorcycle Recovered, Suspects Arrested
A stolen motorcycle was recovered and two female suspects were arrested in connection with the matter, the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “A stolen motorcycle was recovered Wednesday night [2nd June] and two suspects – said to be an 18-year-old Smith’s parish woman and a 19-year-old Devonshire woman – were arrested in... Read more of this article
Olympic Documentary Features Bermudians
The Bermuda Boxing Federation [BBF] and Bermudian fighters are being highlighted in an Olympic boxing documentary, with the exceptionally well produced video featuring a number of Bermudians and even a look back at Clarence Hill’s medal win in 1976, where the boxer gave Bermuda the distinction of being the smallest nation in the world to win an... Read more of this article
Video: ‘Taking Off’ Walk Through The New Airport
Skyport has released the latest episode of ‘Taking Off’, a video series with host Mikaela Pearman that highlights the airport, with this episode walking you through what to expect at the new airport terminal. Speaking in the episode, Mikaela Pearman said, “If you’re anything like me, getting on a plane and traveling off the island has been... Read more of this article
Retail Sales Increased 7.7% In March 2021
After adjusting for the retail sales rate of inflation – measured at 1.9% in March – the overall volume of retail sales increased 7.7% when compared to March 2020, according to the recently released Retail Sales Index. A Government spokesperson said, “Today, the Minister for the Cabinet Office, the Hon. Wayne Furbert released the March... Read more of this article
Mark Anderson Featured In Pride Magazine
Mark ‘Sybil Barrington‘ Anderson has been featured in the first issue of Forever With Pride magazine, which was released on June 1. In a three-page feature story, Mr. Anderson said, “I’ve always been, and always will be the Queen Of Bermuda, which only came to the forefront in May 2005. My crown represents the role of entertainment... Read more of this article
Video: Minister Hayward Press Conference
[Updated] Minister of Labour Jason Hayward is holding a press conference this afternoon [June 3] to speak on “the Bermuda Government’s position on proposed amendments to the Trade Union and Labour Relations [Consolidation] Act 2021.” Update: The live broadcast has concluded and the 17-minute replay is below Update 3.50pm: Minister Hayward’s... Read more of this article
Eight Businesses In BEDC Incubator Program
Eight new businesses and nine entrepreneurs have been selected for the 4th Cohort of the BEDC Enterprise Bermuda Incubator Program. A spokesperson said, “On Tuesday, April 6th, 2021 the Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] began its 4th cohort of the Enterprise Bermuda Incubator Program [EBI]. This free incubator program, started by the... Read more of this article
Video: Minister Burch & Minister Hayward
[Updated] Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch and Minister of Labour Jason Hayward are holding a press conference this morning [June 3] to provide an update on the Economic Stimulus Program. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update: The live broadcast has concluded and the 11-minute replay... Read more of this article
Heritage Month Mini-Float Challenge Winners
The Department of Culture announced the winners of the first ever Heritage Month Mini-Float Challenge. “There were more than 50 entries for the Heritage Month competition, which exceeded all expectations for the inaugural event. The public can still view all the entries here. This year’s judges were former Director of Community and Cultural... Read more of this article
Aspen Donates $20K To Community Giveaway
Re/insurer Aspen Bermuda Limited announced “its support of community efforts towards moving past this pandemic” with a $20,000 donation “earmarked as part of the Back to Business Community Giveaway programme.” Christian Dunleavy, CEO of Aspen Bermuda Limited stated: “Giving back to the community is important during any time,... Read more of this article
Video: June 3rd Bernews Morning Newsflash
Challenge to Covid regulations filed in Court, no new confirmed Covid-19 cases so far this month, sports to move to Phase 4, vaccine clinic at Hamilton Princess, Clearwater Middle School building reopening today, BNV with Social Justice Bermuda and Ministry offer Teacher’s Certification Bonded Loan are some of the stories in this morning’s... Read more of this article
Video: BNV With Social Justice Bermuda
Kristin White, Katura Horton-Perinchief, and Mischa Fubler from the Social Justice Bermuda [SJB] group are joining Bernews at around 8pm this evening [June 2] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series. The group recently marked their one year anniversary, and said they will “continue to be a voice and an ear.” Related Stories Video:... Read more of this article
