Category: News
Photos: Norwegian Breakaway Cruise Arrival
3,700 visitors sailed into Bermuda yesterday [May 15], as the 1063-foot long Norwegian Breakaway cruise ship — the largest cruise ship to ever visit the island — docked at Heritage Wharf. The Bermuda version of the red carpet was rolled out, with the Gombeys and sounds of steel pan drums welcoming the ship’s arrival, which was its... Read more of this article
Photos: Car Crashes Into Wall, Lands Overboard
[Updated with slideshow + video] Early this morning a car driver crashed through a wall on Harbour Road in Paget, resulting in the car landing completely overboard, and the driver escaping unharmed. A police spokesperson said, “At approximately 4:10am this morning [Thursday May 16th], police responded to a report of a road traffic collision along... Read more of this article
Photos/Video: 2013 Santo Cristo Dos Milagres
[Updated with video] Bermuda’s Portuguese community came together today [May 5] to celebrate a centuries old tradition that originated in the Azores in the 17th century. The “Festa do Senhor Santo Cristo dos Milagres” [Festival of the Christ of Miracles], sees a solemn procession through Hamilton with participants walking on a carpet of flowers... Read more of this article
Photos/Video: Tree Falls, Causes Power Outages
[Updated with photos + video] Due to the strong winds this morning [Apr 7], a large tree fell and affected power lines in the Middle Road in Warwick area [by Lindos], which resulted in power outages. The fallen tree blocked most of the road, and crews are in the area working to remove the tree and restore power. Three BELCO trucks and two W&E... Read more of this article
Photo Set #1: 2013 Convening Of Parliament
Scores of locals and visitors thronged Front Street this morning [Feb 8] to catch a glimpse of the annual Convening of Parliament ceremony. Held on the Cabinet Office grounds, Governor George Fergusson delivered the Throne Speech outlining Government’s legislative agenda for 2013 to an audience comprised of Parliamentarians and other senior dignitaries.... Read more of this article
Photos: Police Conduct Manhunt In Sandys
At about 11am on Monday morning [Jan 28] the police responded to the Boaz Island area of Sandys, and a subject left the residence and has remained on the loose since that time. The police identified the person they are seeking as Christopher Duerr, and said he is believed to be armed. Crowds of onlookers gathered across the street as the police scoured... Read more of this article
Photo Set #2: Recruit Camp Passing Out Parade
The Bermuda Regiment’s 2013 Recruit Camp came to an end today [Jan 26], with around 112 recruits completing the two week training. The end of the camp was formally marked by a Passing Out parade at Warwick Camp this afternoon. The Champion Platoon was #7 Platoon under command of 2/Lt T G Stevens with Sgt M K Douglas as his Platoon Sergeant. #7... Read more of this article
Photos/Video: Recruit Camp Passing Out Parade
This afternoon’s [Jan 26] Passing Out Parade at Warwick Camp marked the end of the Bermuda Regiment’s 2013 Recruit Camp, which saw some 112 recruits complete the two week training. They will now all go into ‘C’ Company under the command of Captain D E R Simons. In a short address, Governor George Fergusson said that he had seen... Read more of this article
Photos: Capital G Bank To Open Paget Branch
[Updated with slideshow & video] A new Capital G Bank branch will open on 4 February, 2013 at Paget Plaza, located at 161 South Road, Paget near the corner of Point Finger Road and South Road. With the addition of the new branch, Capital G clients can enjoy the convenience of banking at the only full service bank on the outskirts of Hamilton,... Read more of this article
Photos: Regiment Weapons Demonstration
The new Bermuda Regiment recruits jumped straight into action after heading into the gates of Warwick Camp on Sunday [Jan 13], with the first day seeing a firepower demonstration take place. It shows the recruits the power and capability of some of the weapons that the Bermuda Regiment has in its armoury. In this firepower demo, the weapons displayed... Read more of this article
Suspicious Envelope, Police & Fire Respond
[Updated: At 5pm police, fire and ambulance attended the airport after a report of "suspicious substance" in an envelope that originated overseas. As a safety precaution, one airport staffer was taken to the hospital and three others were quarantined. At 10pm the police said the envelope was forensically examined and no traces of any toxic substance... Read more of this article
Slideshow/Summary: 2012 Election Winners
The fledgling One Bermuda Alliance, contesting its first general election, denied the ruling Progressive Labour Party a fourth consecutive term tonight [Dec.17] when it claimed a bare majority in terms of parliamentary seats but a solid majority of the popular vote. Just after midnight OBA candidate Nandi Davis was declared the winner in St. George’s... Read more of this article
Photos #1: 2012 Santa Claus Christmas Parade
Santa Claus came to town last night [Nov.25] — and scores of Bermudians were on hand to greet him. Hamilton’s traditional Santa Claus parade got underway at the Par-La-Ville Road car park, and passed through Church Street, Par-La-Ville Road, and Front Street with the island’s very young — and the young at heart — lining the length of the route. Click... Read more of this article
Photos: 2012 Lines, Sales, Stores & Black Friday
Many of the island’s retailers opened early offering substantial ‘Black Friday‘ discounts this morning, and there was no shortage of shoppers out looking to take advantage of the lower prices. The first store to attract a line was Digicel’s Church Street branch with a dedicated shopper pulling up a chair outside late yesterday... Read more of this article
Photos/Text: Convening Of Youth Parliament
The 2012 Convening of Youth Parliament took place on Thursday [Nov.15] at the House of Assembly, featuring an address by Youth Premier Ryan Robinson Perinchief. Youth Opposition Leader Jashonae Smith delivered the Yearly Report and Guest Speaker Carlton Simmons from Youth on the Move also addressed the House. Guests filled the gallery to witness the... Read more of this article
Red Steakhouse & Bar Host Grand Opening
Last night [Nov 15] Red Steakhouse & Bar — Bermuda’s newest restaurant and lounge — held a grand opening at its Front Street location. Designed by internationally acclaimed architect Jason Jones, guests will be welcomed to an “old world charm, meets new world dining” atmosphere. Red’s dining options include the classic... Read more of this article
