Category: News
18-Year-Old Arrested In Connection With Incident
An 18-year-old male is “currently in custody assisting with the ongoing investigation into the firearm incident” at Divots, the police have confirmed. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service can confirm an 18-year-old male,is currently in custody assisting with the ongoing investigation into the firearm incident, which occurred... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: May 13 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 Will ‘Await Position’ Of UK On Cannabis Bill
Following the news that Governor Rena Lalgie will “reserve Assent” of the Cannabis Licensing Bill 2022, the Government issued a short statement that said they will “await the position of the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs regarding this matter.” A Government spokesperson said: “We have received... Read more of this article
Retail Sales Decreased 4.4% In February 2022
After adjusting for the retail sales rate of inflation – measured at 4.7% in February – the overall volume of retail sales decreased 4.4% when compared to February 2021, according to the recently released Retail Sales Index. A Government spokesperson said, “Today, the Ministry of Economy and Labour released the February 2022 Retail Sales... Read more of this article
Cultural Stakeholder Conference On May 15
The Department of Culture will host its second annual Cultural Stakeholder Conference on Sunday [May 15], which will “bring together key members of the island’s artistic and creative community.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport, Dr. Ernest Peets will open the in-person event, which takes place... Read more of this article
Japan’s Team May Not Enter SailGP Season 3
Japan Driver Nathan Outteridge has issued an urgent plea for financial backing and said the team “may not be able to enter Season 3 if it does not receive support.” It comes after the news that Japan would sit out the first three events of the season to allow fully-funded newcomer teams Canada and Switzerland to enter the league. There are... Read more of this article
February 2022 Consumer Price Index Report
Consumers paid 2.5% more in February than they did a year ago for the basket of goods and services included in the Consumer Price Index [CPI]. Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward said, “The Transport & Foreign Travel sector continued to be the most significant contributor [+9.4 per cent] to the twelve-month increase in the CPI. On average,... Read more of this article
Flora Duffy Looking Forward To Yokohama Test
[Written by Stephen Wright] Dame Flora Duffy resumes her quest to become a four-time world champion when she competes in her opening race this year at the World Triathlon Championship Series Yokohama tomorrow [May 14]. Duffy made a perfect start to her title defence by storming to victory in Abu Dhabi in November last year and will look to lay strong... Read more of this article
Photos, Video & 360: SailGP Street Fest
In advance of the Bermuda Sail Grand Prix presented by Hamilton Princess this weekend, the Bermuda Tourism Authority and City of Hamilton hosted the SailGP Street Fest event yesterday evening [May 12] in Hamilton, with crowds of people coming out to enjoy the entertainment, vendors and more. Charles H. Jeffers II, Chief Executive Officer at the Bermuda... Read more of this article
Video: May 13th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Governor will ‘reserve Assent’ of Cannabis Bill, second person dies after explosion with the police confirming the death of Jove Mascarinas, $3,398 raised to enhance Westgate library, town hall on Fairmont Southampton, SailGP Street Fest held in Hamilton, TABS partners with Shanna Hollis for new print, round up campaign raises nearly $23,000 for... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: May 12 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
Video: Town Hall On Fairmont Southampton
Premier David Burt, Minister of Tourism Vance Campbell and BIU President Chris Furbert will be holding a town hall meeting this evening [May 12] about the Fairmont Southampton Hotel Act, and it is set to begin at 6.00pm and we will carry the live stream below. The hotel has been closed for some time, and in March Westend said they have “obtained... Read more of this article
