Category: News
Around The Island Powerboat Race On Sunday
[Updated] Bermuda is gearing up for the high-speed thrill of the annual Rubis Around the Island Power Boat Race, which is set to take place this Sunday, August 11, 2024. The event will start at Ferry Reach in the East End, with categories including a junior race at 10:00 AM and an offshore race at 2:00 PM. In case of inclement weather or other unforeseen... Read more of this article
Eight Candy Stripers Earn Scholarships
Eight local candy stripers received scholarships totalling more than $20,000 when the Hospitals Auxiliary of Bermuda [HAB] held its annual awards ceremony on Wednesday 31 July. “This year, we are proud to present 8 awards totalling $21,500.00” said HAB President Glen Gibbons. “I am so impressed with our young men and women and thank each of you... Read more of this article
Bermuda Olympic Pins A ‘Hot Property’
[Written by Stephen Wright] The official Bermuda Olympic pins are becoming a much-coveted item among athletes from other countries at the Olympic Games in Paris. Each participating nation has been handed a set of exclusive pins, which athletes are eagerly trading with coaches, volunteers, and more often, each other. The bright pink Bermuda pin is fittingly... Read more of this article
Minors & Cannonier Earn Polaris Education Award
Polaris Holding announced the recipients of the 2024 Polaris Holding Company Ltd Education Award [PHCLEA], with Zyon Minors and Ayr Cannonier being recognized for their academic consistency and commitment to higher education. A spokesperson said, “Zyon Minors, the daughter of Otis Minors, a dedicated twenty-one-year veteran at Stevedoring Services... Read more of this article
BEDC Calls For 2024 GEW Event Proposals
The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] announced the call for event proposals for Global Entrepreneurship Week [GEW] 2024. A spokesperson said, “We invite entrepreneurs, innovators, and business leaders to join us in celebrating and empowering Bermuda’s diverse entrepreneurial community. GEW 2024 aims to spotlight entrepreneurial... Read more of this article
Premier Burt Meets With UK Minister For OTs
Premier David Burt participated in a joint meeting with the United Kingdom’s Minister for Overseas Territories Stephen Doughty and leaders of other UK OTs. A Government spokesperson said, “This meeting was significant as it was the first meeting between OT leaders and Minister Doughty since he was appointed as minister under the new UK Labour... Read more of this article
Keziah Martin ‘Great Addition’ For Rushall
Bermuda midfielder Keziah Martin will hope to be involved in Rushall Olympic’s opening game of the Vanarama National League North season at home to Farsley Athletic tomorrow [August 10] Martin signed for the West Midlands side last month after leaving Boston United in the summer. The 24-year-old helped Boston win promotion to the National League last... Read more of this article
Video: Aug 9th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Government issue RFP for Bermuda Job Board website, U.S. Consulate to host voter registration drive, MP Scott Pearman on Cabinet resignations, CCTV in ‘final stages of full implementation’, 180 students celebrated at reception, BELCO announce 2024 scholarship recipients and One Communications to sponsor Harbour Night Kids Zone are some of the stories... Read more of this article
Govt Issue RFP For Bermuda Job Board Website
The Ministry of Economy and Labour announced an “exciting opportunity for innovative developers and firms to participate in enhancing Bermuda’s employment landscape.” A Government spokesperson said, “Through a newly issued Request for Proposal [RFP], the Ministry is seeking to replace the current Bermuda Job Board with a state-of-the-art... Read more of this article
CCTV In ‘Final Stages Of Full Implementation’
“The implementation of this advanced CCTV system underscores the Government’s focus on public safety and the use of the latest technology,” said Minister of National Security Michael Weeks. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of National Security is pleased to provide an update on the progress of the Government’s... Read more of this article
BELCO Announce 2024 Scholarship Recipients
BELCO has announced the recipients of its annual scholarship awards, with 20 students receiving a total of $180,000. A spokesperson said, “The scholarship and education awards recipients are as follows: “Nicholas Massa is the recipient of the Llewellyn Vorley Engineering Scholarship, which is valued at $25,000 for four years. Nicholas will... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: Aug 8 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
