Category: News
Premier Burt: ‘We Can’t Let Our Guard Down”
“Coronavirus fatigue is real, but we can’t let our guard down,” Premier David Burt said, adding that “it is vital that we follow the simple precautions in place to limit transmission while we continue to immunise our seniors and the vulnerable.” In a series of tweets this evening [March 13], the Premier said, “Coronavirus... Read more of this article
Daylight Saving: Set Clocks Ahead One Hour
Daylight saving time will begin in the early hours of Sunday, March 14, requiring people across the island to set clocks ahead one hour, with most internet-connected devices making the change automatically. Daylight saving time sees clocks adjusted forward one hour near the start of spring and then adjusted back one hour in autumn. Time will fall back... Read more of this article
Video: Brixx Performs At Creatives Live! Event
The latest Creatives Live event — a musical midday concert series is aimed at showcasing and supporting Bermuda’s artists – was held on Friday on the steps of City Hall, featuring CuSh Evans and Brittany Cox. A Government spokesperson previously said, “The local musical midday concert series is aimed at showcasing and supporting Bermuda’s... Read more of this article
Research Into Bermuda’s Third Sector Released
The Centennial Bermuda Foundation released the findings of preliminary research into Bermuda’s Third Sector, indicating that “organisations want more information to be available so that they can better understand and meet the needs of the community, now and in the future.” A spokesperson said, “The findings of preliminary research... Read more of this article
Video: March 13th Bernews Morning Newsflash
BEU extends condolences to Burgess Family, apply to erase convictions for under 7 grams of cannabis, Damien Swan jailed in the UK for assault, Opposition Leader Cole Simons on Government’s accounts receivables, College students tour BHB solar installation, research into Bermuda’s Third Sector released, businesses help WindReach get new vehicle,... Read more of this article
Covid-19: 552 Test Results Received, 3 Positive
The Ministry received 552 test results and three were positive for Covid-19 — one imported, one local transmission with known contact and one under investigation — so the island currently has 31 active cases. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health received 552 test results since the last update, and three [3] were... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: March 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... Read more of this article
Court: Damien Swan Jailed In UK For Assault
Damien Swan has been jailed in the United Kingdom for an assault on a former professional footballer as well as an incident in which he apparently allowed dogs to attack workers, according to multiple British media outlets. The BBC reported, “A man who split ex-footballer Gary McAllister’s lip in a ‘nasty’ attack in a popular nightspot... Read more of this article
BEST Applauds Minister Roban’s Statement
The Bermuda Environmental Sustainability Taskforce said they applaud Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban’s statement regarding the elimination of single-use plastics in Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Environmental Sustainability Taskforce [BEST] applauds the Minister of Home Affairs, The Hon. Walter Roban’s statement in the House... Read more of this article
BEU Extends Condolences To Burgess Family
The Bermuda Entertainment Union expressed their condolences to the family of Quinton ‘Tiny’ Burgess. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Entertainment Union are very saddened by the loss of Quinton ‘Tiny’ Burgess, a Giant of a man in the Entertainment Industry. “He played in numerous local bands, most notably, for many years with The Joe Wiley... Read more of this article
Simons On Government’s Accounts Receivables
“Government has failed to tackle its receivables in an expeditious manner, which has had a dramatic impact on the level of debt that the country carries today,” Opposition Leader and Shadow Minister of Finance Cole Simons said today. Mr Simons said, “While Bermuda is literally limping along financially, we were recently made aware through... Read more of this article
BPS Aware Of Messages Regarding Paedophile
“The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is aware of social media messages currently circulating regarding a paedophile frequenting the Fort Hamilton area, which includes a description of the individual,” Assistant Commissioner of Police Antoine Daniels said. “The BPS is also aware of the individual in question, but cautions members of the public... Read more of this article
