Category: News
Win A $25k Grant To Help Fund Your Business
A pitch competition set to be held in September will award five entrepreneurs up to $25,000 each. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] has entered into a multi-year partnership with the Global Atlantic Re foundation to provide BEDC Program participants with capital grants up to $150,000 a year. “These... Read more of this article
Video: May 25th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Bermuda Day Grand Marshals named, flooding at Bakery Lane, historical video shows the Bermuda Gombeys in 1934, 35% more participants in Bermuda Day Parade, delayed start for bus service on Bermuda Day, Appreciation Tea held for Foster Parents, Kole Hall signs new deal with Chester and newly released TABS prints supporting BZS are some of the stories... Read more of this article
Newly Released TABS Prints Supporting BZS
TABS Bermuda has launched prints designed by Avarie Graham, with the Bermuda Zoological Society set to receive part proceeds from the sale of the collection. A spokesperson said, “This year, the brand’s focus is raising awareness of our island’s endangered and endemic species; both on land and in our ocean. “Spring Island, the first print to... Read more of this article
Five-Day Extravaganza At Carnival In June
The Bermuda Carnival team has “curated an extraordinary lineup of events and live entertainment that will captivate attendees throughout the entire five-day extravaganza” in June, the organisers said. A spokesperson said, “Get ready for the highly anticipated Carnival in Bermuda as the island gears up for a vibrant celebration embracing... Read more of this article
2023 Bermuda Day Grand Marshals Named
The Department of Culture has announced this year’s Grand Marshals, with Dr. Duranda Greene, Gavin “Djata” Smith, Christie Hunter Arscott, Milton Raposo, Ras Mykkal and the late Choy Aming Sr all receiving the recognition. A Government spokesperson said, “Today the Department of Culture formally shared the Grand Marshals of this year’s Bermuda... Read more of this article
Appreciation Tea Held For Foster Parents
“To honour Bermuda’s Foster Parents, the Department of Child & Family Services [DCFS] held an Appreciation Tea on Sunday, May 21, 2023, at the Royal Hamilton Amateur Dinghy Club,” said Selena Simons, Foster Care Coordinator at the Department of Child of Family Services. Mrs Simons said, “All foster parents and respite caregivers... Read more of this article
Delayed Start For Bus Service On Bermuda Day
The Department of Public Transportation [DPT] advised that “due to the extensive road closures required for the Bermuda Day Half-Marathon Derby, associated races and the Bermuda Day Parade festivities, bus service will begin at 10:30 am on Bermuda Day, Friday, May 26, 2023, on the holiday schedule.” A Government spokesperson said, “Due... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: May 24 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
Govt Urges Motorists To Exercise Caution
The Ministry of Public Works is issuing an advisory to all motorists “in light of the heavy rainfall that has resulted in some damage to roads across the island.” A Government spokesperson said, “We urge everyone to exercise utmost caution and adhere to road safety guidelines during the inclement weather. “Our dedicated teams are working... Read more of this article
Mbelenzi On Bermuda Day Half Marathon
[Written by Stephen Wright] Former island resident Dennis Mbelenzi believes three-times champion Lamont Marshall is the man to beat in the Bermuda Half-Marathon Derby on Friday [May 26]. With Chris Estwanik, an eight-times winner, opting not to defend his title, a new men’s champion will be crowned this year, with Mbelenzi expected to be among the... Read more of this article
35% More Participants In Bermuda Day Parade
This year’s Bermuda Day parade has “approximately a 35% increase in participant numbers when compared with the 37 entries we had last year,” Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport Senator Owen Darrell said. “This year’s Bermuda Day and Heritage Month theme is ‘A Bermudian Renaissance,” the Minister said today [May... Read more of this article
Harbour Nights Cancelled Due To Weather
The Bermuda Chamber of Commerce announced that tonight’s [May 24] Harbour Nights is cancelled due to “adverse weather conditions.” A spokesperson said, “It is with regret that we announce the cancellation of tonight’s highly anticipated Harbour Nights event due to adverse weather conditions. Typically, the decision regarding... Read more of this article
