Category: News
30 Minute Video: Jan 31 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
241 Positive, 925 Active, 14 In Hospital, 2 In ICU
The Ministry received 6199 test results – spanning four days — and 241 were positive, so active cases have now decreased to 925, of which 14 people are in hospital, with 2 in ICU, and sadly the Minister has confirmed there has been another coronavirus related death. “Sadly, Bermuda has recorded another coronavirus related death”, said... Read more of this article
Minister Confirms Coronavirus Related Death
The Minister has confirmed the sad news that “Bermuda has recorded another coronavirus related death,” marking the 117th coronavirus related death since the start of the pandemic in 2020. Minister of Health Kim Wilson said, “Sadly, Bermuda has recorded another coronavirus related death. I extend my deepest condolences to everyone associated... Read more of this article
Off Level BDA Donates $1,270 To BASE
Off Level BDA has donated $1,270 to the Bermuda Autism Support and Education Society [BASE]. A spokesperson said, “The season for giving continues into the new year. Off Level BDA has donated $1,270 to the Bermuda Autism Support and Education Society. “The donation was a benefit from the Off Level Games recently held at Southampton Rangers Sports... Read more of this article
Arrest, 35 Tickets & ‘Suspected To Be Racing’
A man with an outstanding warrant who was traveling at 83kph while riding an unlicensed and uninsured motorcycle whilst disqualified and in possession of a knife was arrested, while on a separate note police issued 35 tickets for speeding including “two motorcar drivers who were suspected to be racing and were clocked at 91kph and 93 respectively.” Man... Read more of this article
Column: Should Bid To Bring Back America’s Cup
[Opinion column written by OBA Senate Leader Ben Smith] If you repeat a lie enough times some people will start to believe it’s the truth. The PLP did a great job of repeating to everyone that the America’s Cup was bad for Bermuda. They continue to repeat this lie every time they feel the pressure or don’t want to answer probing questions. It... Read more of this article
BF&M Sponsors Free For February At NMB
The National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] is offering free admission during its Free For February event, with this year’s iteration sponsored by BF&M. A spokesperson said, “The National Museum of Bermuda is opening its doors for free to all Bermuda residents during the month of February. This year, Free for February is generously sponsored... Read more of this article
Video: “Love Circle” At Cabinet Grounds
A few people are gathering at the Cabinet Office grounds on Front Street in Hamilton this morning [Jan 31] for a “love circle,” with Enda Matthie saying they “would like to approach our protest from a different angle” and “do things that bring about healing.” Enda Matthie told Bernews, “This is a love circle.... Read more of this article
Bermuda Is Love Offer Two $5,000 Scholarships
Noting that they want “to help Bermudians gain access to higher education,” Bermuda Is Love is offering two $5,000 academic scholarship awards for 2022/2023. A spokesperson said, “We believe that higher education is a human right and should be made accessible to all. We are seeking applicants who are committed to making Bermuda a... Read more of this article
Photos: New Patrol Uniform For Police Officers
Police officers on patrol duties have a new uniform, marking the first new uniform to be routinely worn by Patrol officers in around 40 years. A police spokesperson said, “After a lengthy delay due to issues with the manufacturing and shipping chains, a new uniform will finally be rolled out for Bermuda Police Service [BPS] officers working patrol... Read more of this article
New Government Senator To Be Appointed
A new Government Senator will be appointed in the coming days/weeks, with Curtis Richardson’s resignation taking effect today [Jan 31]. Mr Richardson, who resigned after widespread criticism over aspects of his handling of his $19,000 debt to an elderly landlord, also served as the Junior Minister for Transportation and National Security. When... Read more of this article
Photos & 360: Lover’s Lake Nature Reserve
In the third of our five-part series for 2022 World Wetlands Day, we take a ‘virtual visit’ to the Lover’s Lake Nature Reserve and Pond located in the east end. The Department of Environment and Natural Resources said, “Lover’s Lake Nature Reserve features a 2 metre [6.5ft] deep lake fringed with predominately black mangroves.... Read more of this article
