Category: News
Column: PrivCom On CCTV Privacy Issues
[Written by Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Bermuda] Best practices for use of video-surveillance systems, often called closed-circuit television [CCTV], is a topic of discussion around the world. Well-designed and selectively used video-surveillance systems are powerful tools for tackling security issues. However, badly designed systems merely... Read more of this article
Photos: DMBHA Hosts ‘13 Men On Campus’
Last week, the Dame Marjorie Bean Hope Academy [DMBHA] hosted community members at a special event entitled 13 Men on Campus. A Government spokesperson said, “The school administration invited Pastor Eversley Lewis; PC Corville Hylton; Omari Dill; Dale Jackson; Jevon Roberts; Kenji Bean; Jaimie Schmere; Quennel Robinson; Harold Minors; Dr. Leonard... Read more of this article
Photos: Community Peace Walk Event Held
The Community Peace Walk was held this weekend, with dozens of people taking part. A spokesperson said, “A diverse group of 60-odd people – pre-schoolers to 90-somethings – gathered on Saturday afternoon at the campus of the Bermuda College in preparation of the Community Peace Walk. An upbeat buzz was very much evident as people assembled,... Read more of this article
Male Injured In Stabbing Incident In Sandys
Police responded to a report that several males were fighting in Sandys this afternoon [March 20], with one male sustaining “a stab wound to the back.” A police spokesperson said, “Around 3:40 p.m. on Monday 20th March, 2023, police received a report that several males were fighting on Cambridge Road in Somerset. “Upon arrival officers... Read more of this article
Seal Named “Northlands”, Set To Leave Island
The seal who was found on Clearwater Beach last month has officially been named Northlands — with Ruby Dill naming the seal after her granddaughter’s school — and Northlands will soon be traveling to the USA with the aim he continue his rehabilitation before being released back into the wild. A Government spokesperson said, “The... Read more of this article
ABIR Announces Leadership Appointments
The Association of Bermuda Insurers and Reinsurers [ABIR] announced “changes in the leadership of its most influential committee and an expansion of its working groups’ focus areas, drawing on the professional talent of member companies.” A spokesperson said, “Jim Paugh, of Arch Re, has been appointed Co-Chair of the ABIR Policy... Read more of this article
Senate: Audio & Order Of Business
[Updated with live audio] The Senate is scheduled to be in session today [March 20] as the 2023/24 Budget debate is set to continue; and there is one statement listed on the Order Paper, with Minister Darrell to speak on the 41st Annual Sports Awards. Update: Live broadcast has concluded, and the audio replay of the session is below: The Order of Business... Read more of this article
Column: Jache Adams On Airport, Sale & More
[Column written by MP Jache Adams] Dear citizens of Bermuda, The Covid-19 pandemic has undeniably impacted every corner of the globe, leaving governments grappling with economic challenges, businesses struggling to stay afloat, and citizens bearing the brunt of these hardships. In the face of adversity, it is the duty of a responsible government to... Read more of this article
Newsflash Video & Weekend Reports, Photos
This past weekend saw the Sports Awards held, a truck crash over embankment, actor Nicholas Christopher play the lead role on Broadway, the Bermuda Triple Challenge obstacle race, the St. Baldrick’s Foundation head-shaving fundraiser, the Pirates of Bermuda fundraiser event, the West End Warriors motorcade, and various other community and sporting... Read more of this article
Photos, Video, 360: Challenge Race In Dockyard
The Bermuda Triple Challenge was held this weekend, with participants running, jumping, climbing and crawling their way through three unique obstacle courses, with today’s [March 19] event taking place in Dockyard. A spokesperson previously said, “Individuals, and teams of up to five participants will navigate obstacles ranging from scaling... Read more of this article
Photos: Berkeley Institute Fun Run/Walk/Ride
The Berkeley Educational Society and the Berkeley Institute, held a Fun Run/Walk/Ride on Saturday in celebration of the school’s 125th anniversary, with the event starting at Wantley House on Princess Street, and finishing at the Berkeley Institute school field. Related Stories Photos: Berkeley Institute Fun Run/Walk Photos... Read more of this article
Perinchief & Duffy Named Athletes Of The Year
Jah-Nhai Perinchief and Dame Flora Duffy won the Male and Female Athletes of the Year, while Sebastian Kempe and Caitlyn Bobb were named the Junior Male and Female Athletes of the Year. A Government spokesperson said, “Congratulations to Jah-Nhai Perinchief and Dame Flora Duffy, who were crowned the Male and Female Athletes of the Year earlier... Read more of this article
