Category: News

PLP’s Walter Roban Will Not Stand In Next Election

Deputy Premier and Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban announced that he “will not be contesting the next General Election.” Mr. Roban said, “It is with mixed emotions that I announce today that I will not be contesting the next General Election for the Progressive Labour Party. ‘To everything, there is a season. Front line... Read more of this article

David Rose To Create Team Ring For Olympians

Local jeweller David Rose has been announced as the Official Ring Supplier for the Bermuda Olympic Association [BOA], creating timeless pieces to honour Bermuda’s Olympians, including Team Bermuda 2024 athletes. A spokesperson said, “Behind the scenes, husband and wife duo Avrel and David Zuill have been working alongside the Bermuda Olympic... Read more of this article

Richards To Release ‘Triangle Of Blood’ Book

Bob Richards will be releasing his second book in the Triangle of Treason trilogy, “Triangle of Blood,” with a launch on July 11 at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI]. A spokesperson said, “The second book in the Triangle of Treason Bermuda historical fiction trilogy, Triangle of Blood, is being released on the 11th... Read more of this article

Lecture On 175 Years Of Portuguese History

The Department of Culture, in collaboration with the Portuguese Cultural Association of Bermuda, hosted a Bermudian Heartbeats Lecture featuring Azorean historian Eduardo Medeiros. A Government spokesperson said, “Last week [June 27], the Department of Culture hosted their latest Bermudian Heartbeats Lecture Series, in collaboration with the Portuguese... Read more of this article

Nonsuch Expeditions Receives $25K Award

The Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund [MBZF] has awarded Nonsuch Expeditions a $25,000 Chairman’s Award for their ongoing work on Nonsuch Island including conserving the endangered Bermuda petrel. A spokesperson said, “At the wrap up of another record-breaking nesting season for the critically endangered, red-listed Bermuda petrel,... Read more of this article

18-Year-Old In ICU After Stabbing Incident

The 18-year-old male injured in a “suspected stabbing incident” on Thursday remains listed in critical condition in the ICU, the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “The 18-year-old male injured in a suspected stabbing incident which occurred in Hamilton Parish on Thursday, June 27, 2024, remains listed in critical... Read more of this article

Premier On Public Service Career Guide

Premier David Burt delivered a Ministerial Statement “highlighting the introduction of a comprehensive Public Service Career Guide that showcases the varied and rewarding opportunities in Government.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Guide explains the qualifications, skills, and competencies needed for different roles within the... Read more of this article

BELCO Announces Winner Of Ebilling Campaign

BELCO announced Okeisha Clarke as the winner of a $500 BELCO gift card as part of an ebilling campaign which aimed to get more customers signed up for electronic bills. A spokesperson said, “All customers who were signed up for ebilling at the time of the draw were eligible to win. The ebilling draw ran from January 1 to Earth Day on April 22,... Read more of this article

Jessica Lewis Qualifies For 2024 Paralympics

Jessica Lewis is set to become a four-time Paralympian after qualifying for the Paralympic Games in Paris. Lewis — a three-time Parapan gold medalist and the America’s record holder – has already represented Bermuda at the 2012 London Games, 2016 Rio de Janeiro Games and 2020 Tokyo Games. The 31-year-old said on social media, “I... Read more of this article

Photos & Video: Scooter Mart Motor Fest

The Scooter Mart Motor Fest took place yesterday [June 30] on Front Street, offering a wide array of activities, booths and more. A spokesperson previously said, “Scooter Mart Motor Fest [presented by Bermuda Charge], the island’s premier celebration of bike and auto culture, is set to deliver an unforgettable experience on 30 June on Front Street.... Read more of this article

Newsflash Video & Weekend Reports, Photos

This past weekend saw the Motorfest, Canada Day beach party and various other community and sporting events. Links to our weekend coverage are below, click to view more. News/Misc: Police Appeal To Help Locate Two Teenagers Minister Campbell On Public Procurement Enstar’s Subsidiaries Complete Reinsurance Deal June 2024: Top 10 Bernews Instagram... Read more of this article

June 2024: Top 10 Bernews “Photo Of Day”

In an effort to provide everyone with a look at the island’s natural beauty each morning, Bernews features a “Photo of the Day” in our email newsletters and on social media seven days a week. Judging by the number of reader’s “likes,” the month’s most popular photos included the Bermuda flag in Hamilton, shining lights in St George’s,... Read more of this article

Video: Sunday June 30th “Good News” Spotlight

News that Jarreau Daniels on attained several professional certifications, KraftHeinz and Butterfield & Vallis presented a cheque to The Reading Clinic for $4,205.18, the Bermuda Senior Golfers’ Society donated $4,600 to P.A.L.S., Chubb Bermuda welcomed Kiara Burcher, Alexis Lodge, and Amir Thomas to their annual Chubb Select Internship Programme,... Read more of this article

Police Appeal To Help Locate Two Teenagers

[Updated] The Bermuda Police Service continue to appeal for information to help locate 15-year-old Raquel Sequeria and 16-year-old Marseille Williams. A police spokesperson said, “Someone in the community knows of their whereabouts. If you are that person, we urge you to immediately call the main police number, 295-0011 or the Department of... Read more of this article

Ministry Of Health Responds To News Of Merger

The Ministry of Health has responded to news that BF&M and Argus “have signed a definitive amalgamation agreement, pursuant to which BF&M and Argus will combine in an all-stock transaction.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health acknowledges the announcement of the merger between BF&M and Argus, two of Bermuda’s... Read more of this article