Category: News
Ministry: Recycling Bins Available For Purchase
The Waste Management Section has recycling bins available for sale as part of a pilot programme involving the sale of household garbage and recycling bins. A government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works is advising that the Waste Management Section, as part of the pilot programme involving the sale of household garbage and recycling... Read more of this article
MSA Holds Remembrance Day Prayer Service
Students from Mount Saint Agnes Academy participated in a Remembrance Day Prayer Service this morning [Nov 8] in the school’s auditorium. A spokesperson said, “This morning at 8:30am at MSA the Grade 6s through 12s participated in a Remembrance Day Prayer Service in our Auditorium. The Governor John Rankin was in attendance and the Service... Read more of this article
Reception Honours Scholarship Recipients
Athene Holding Ltd. and its subsidiary Athene Life Re, along with Bermuda College, recently hosted a celebratory reception for the Fall 2019 Athene Scholarship recipients. The evening included a presentation of the scholarships to each recipient, as well as congratulatory remarks from Chip Gillis, Executive Chairman of Athene Life Re. Ltd. and Dr. Duranda... Read more of this article
MarketPlace Expands Online Ordering & Pick-Up
The MarketPlace has expanded its online ordering and pick-up service to Heron Bay and Shelly Bay MarketPlace stores. “Customers can shop thousands of quality items online and now pick-up from eastern and western ends of the island, without leaving their vehicle. Online ordering and pick-up is now available from three locations; the service launched... Read more of this article
Video: Nov 8th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Man denies assaulting police officer, “barely clothed man socialising at The Swizzle”, Ocean Treks show features Bermuda, Maxanne Caines & Jennifer Phillips intern in Brussels, Chanara Smith-Rookesh and Matthew Stephens selected as ‘ambassador crew‘, Premier David Burt visits WWII vet Randolph Hayward, Ministry to host anti-violence... Read more of this article
Bermuda Festival Tickets On Sale From Nov 8
The Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts is promising “an exciting and diverse lineup of Bermudian and international artists” for its 2020 season, with tickets going on sale beginning tomorrow [Nov 8]. A spokesperson said, “In its 45th year, the theme of the 2020 Bermuda Festival is ‘Come Together,’ which Bermuda Festival... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: Nov 7 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
Premier Visits WWII Vet Randolph Hayward
Premier David Burt today paid a visit to Randolph Hayward, who served with the Bermuda Contingent of the Caribbean Regiment during World War II, with the Premier noting that as ”we approach Remembrance Day, it is important that we celebrate these living links to our history.” A Government spokesperson said, “Premier David Burt today... Read more of this article
OBA: ‘Ministry Needs To Deal With Conditions’
The Ministry of Education “needs to urgently deal with the teaching conditions at Dellwood School caused by a poorly planned merger with TN Tatem,” Shadow Education Minister Cole Simons said today. “The teachers at Dellwood School are continuing their work to rule and continue to feel stress caused by cramped quarters and lack of proper... Read more of this article
Photos: Colonial Helps Next Generation Rugby
The next generation rugby players in Bermuda and East and Southern Africa have been given a big boost thanks to one of the Island’s leading insurance companies. Colonial Group International, which is sponsoring the Classic Lions during the World Rugby Classic, held a quiz night earlier this week which raised $4,500 for Beyond Rugby Bermuda and a charity... Read more of this article
Court: Man Charged With Multiple Sex Offences
[Written by Don Burgess] A man is facing multiple charges of sexual offences against two girls, with the offences allegedly occurring back in the 1990s. The offences allegedly took place from June 1992 to June 1997 against two girls who were under-14 at the time. The 55-year-old man, who cannot be named at this stage for legal reasons, appeared in... Read more of this article
Vasco Da Gama Club Recognized In The Azores
The Vasco da Gama Club was recently recognized by the Ponta Delgada Football Association for its role in contributing to the development of football as part of the Azorean Diaspora. A spokesperson said, “The honour was bestowed on the Club at a gala event that took place on Sunday, November 3 at the São Miguel Science and Technology Park in the... Read more of this article
