Category: News
Video: Bermuda Inspired Cupcakes Virtual Gallery
Hibiscus flowers, frangipani flowers, treefrogs, turtles, motor scooters, humpback whales, fish, and more are some of the items included in this Bermuda-inspired cupcake virtual art photo gallery for Mother’s Day, the latest installment of Bernews’ series of ‘Virtual Shows’. This marks the 14th in a series of ‘Virtual Art Shows’ by... Read more of this article
Video: Sunday May 14th ‘Good News’ Spotlight
News that Renee Faulcon was named the BNA Nurse of the Year, Shiona Turini is serving as a stylist for Beyoncé’s Renaissance World Tour, Rowan Vickers appeared in the Silo TV series and Bermuda is Love us set to award $5,000 scholarship were all some of the positive news stories from the past week. In additional good news, Kenny Leseur won the IU-Kokomo... Read more of this article
‘Heartfelt Gratitude To All The Incredible Mothers’
The PLP said they extend their “warmest wishes and heartfelt gratitude to all the incredible Mothers” noting the “crucial role Mothers play in shaping our families, communities, and the Island as a whole.” A spokesperson said, “On this special day dedicated to celebrating the invaluable contributions of Mothers and Mother... Read more of this article
Woman Injured In Collision In Devonshire
A female motorcycle rider was injured in a collision in Devonshire this afternoon [May 13]. A police spokesperson said, “Around 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 13th, 2023, Police and EMS personnel were dispatched to a reported two vehicle road traffic collision involving a motor car and a motorcycle at the junction of Palmetto Road and Parsons Lane, Devonshire. “It... Read more of this article
Andira Crichlow Stars In Queen Cleopatra
Bermudian actress Andira Crichlow has made her debut in Netflix’s docudrama series Queen Cleopatra. Ms Crichlow is starring as Arsinoe, Cleopatra’s half-sister, who was taken as a prisoner of war to Rome after playing a role in conducting the siege of Alexandria. “Thanks to everyone involved,” Ms Crichlow wrote on Instagram. “Such an honour... Read more of this article
Column: Ben Smith On Education, Minister, More
[Opinion column written by OBA Senate Leader Ben Smith] Last week, I read that the Minister of Education planned to drop the intention to move East end students to Whitney Institute Middle School. I was encouraged that the Minister finally listened to the voices of the PTSAs. On Friday morning, I tuned in to the HOA hoping to hear the Minister confirm... Read more of this article
Five Bermuda Athletes Ranked By NACAC
The North American, Central American, and Caribbean Athletics Association [NACAC] has released their latest outdoor rankings, with five Bermuda athletes listed. Bermuda has two on the list for the men’s half marathon, Lamont Marshall clocked a time of 1:09.22 during the International Race Weekend to have the 19th fastest time, while Tyler Butterfield... Read more of this article
Video: May 13th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Driver arrested after collision in Warwick, International Nurses Day event, officials disgusted by vandalism at school, Marissa Dyer wins ‘Mother of the Year’, Detective Constable McKeon Stevens to attend training in Washington, Nkenge Durham joins Miami Dutch Lions FC, 2023 Relay for Life event underway and actress Andira Crichlow stars in Queen... Read more of this article
Driver Arrested After Collision In Warwick
A car driver was arrested on suspicion of driving whilst impaired after a collision this evening [May 12] in Warwick that resulted in the car flipping over. A police spokesperson said, “Around 10:05 p.m. on Friday, May 12th, 2023, police received a report of an overturned car near the junction of Frith Estate Road and South Road, Warwick. “It... Read more of this article
City Of Hamilton Board Sworn Into Office
Earlier today, the City Board was sworn into office following Thursday’s municipal election. A spokesperson said, “Councillors Jenefer Brimmer, RoseAnne Edwards, and George Scott were successful in their bids for office, as well as newcomer Shawn Brown. “The successful residential Councillors joined their business representative Councillors,... Read more of this article
DC Stevens To Attend Training In Washington
Yesterday [May 11], U.S. Consul General Karen Grissette met with Detective Constable McKeon Stevens of the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] to congratulate him on his selection by the U.S. Consulate to attend a United States Secret Service training in Washington D.C. next week. The United States government is fully funding Detective Constable Stevens to... Read more of this article
Photos: International Nurses Day Event
An event to mark International Nurses Day was held today at City Hall. A Government spokesperson said, “International Nurses Day marks the birth anniversary of Florence Nightingale, who is considered the founder of modern nursing. The day is celebrated every year on May 12 to highlight the contribution of nurses to the healthcare sector. “This year’s... Read more of this article
