Category: News
Video: May 5th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Police confirm death of Oscar Mascarinas, three more coronavirus related deaths, 344 new confirmed Covid-19 cases in Bermuda, 409 active, 7 in hospital, 96 cases announced so far this month, UK Government advises of passport processing delays, Students honoured for Youth leadership course, Apollo Bermuda appoints Susan Pateras, yacht ‘Lady S’... Read more of this article
BPS Appeal: Locate 22-Yr-Old Keyoshe Robinson
The police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating 22-year-old Keyoshe Robinson. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 22-year-old Keyoshe Robinson. Mr. Robinson, a Bermudian, was last seen between 6:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. yesterday, Tuesday 3rd May, 2022, at a residence on... Read more of this article
Students Honoured For Youth Leadership Course
A group of school students have been honoured by the Hamilton Rotary Club after completing The Toastmasters International’s Youth leadership course. Toastmasters International is a United States-based non-profit educational organisation that operates clubs worldwide to promote communication, public speaking and leadership. The students, aged 12 to... Read more of this article
Fundraising For The Mascarinas Family
The Association of Filipinos in Bermuda are raising funds for the Mascarinas family after Oscar Mascarinas tragically died following an explosion at his Southampton apartment on May 2, with the explosion leaving his wife in the ICU. The Association of Filipinos in Bermuda said, via social media, “We regret to inform you that one of our members, Oscar... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: May 4 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
3 Deaths, 344 Positive, 409 Active, 7 In Hospital
The Ministry received 8859 test results — spanning 7 days — and 344 were positive, so there are now 409 active cases, of which 7 people are in hospital, and the Ministry confirmed that the island has recorded three more coronavirus related deaths, bringing the total to 134 since the pandemic began. “I am sad to report that we had three coronavirus-related... Read more of this article
Police Confirm Death Of Oscar Mascarinas
The police have now confirmed the death of 49-year-old Oscar Mascarinas, who died following the explosion in Southampton. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] can now confirm the death of 49-year-old Oscar Mascarinas and extends sincere condolences to his family and friends. “Mr. Mascarinas, a Filipino guest worker, was... Read more of this article
$6,000 In Prizes For Drive Thru Naming Contest
With the Devonshire drive thru set to open soon, a contest is being held inviting the public to submit a name for the business, with the winner receiving $6,000 worth of prizes. A spokesperson said, “The new Devonshire drive thru is set to open in just a few weeks. “There has been a fantastic response from the community. Interest has sparked... Read more of this article
UK Govt Advises Of Passport Processing Delays
The Department of Immigration is advising “that the UK Government has confirmed that individuals attempting to renew their BOTC [Bermuda] passports, acquire initial passports, or have their lost or stolen passports replaced can expect delays of up to 11 weeks.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Department also wishes to highlight that due to... Read more of this article
Photos: BF&M No Limits Sailing Programme
Now in its sixth year, Endeavour has partnered with five schools across Bermuda for the BF&M No Limits Sailing Programme which engages students “who are on the autism spectrum in experiential learning activities as a form of recreational therapy.” A spokesperson said, “Endeavour, a Bermuda-registered charity, is committed to ensuring... Read more of this article
Mandatory National Welder Recertification Testing
The Department of Workforce Development will be holding mandatory National Welding Recertification testing during the week of 9 May 2022 at the Bermuda College Welding Facility. A Government spokesperson said, “Under the National Occupational Certification Act 2004, all welders must be “Nationally Certified,”. Maintaining this standard required... Read more of this article
June 17-20: Carnival Festivities To Take Place
The Carnival organisers have unveiled the event schedule, with a range of festivities to take place from June 17 to 20. A spokesperson said, “Produced by the Bermuda Mas Band Association, Local Promoters, Nova Mas International, Party People Entertainment and Code Red Bda, Carnival In Bermuda will feature local cuisine, fetes, Soca music, a “Revel... Read more of this article
