Category: News
Washington Mall Test Site For Outbound Travellers
The Ministry of Health advised that starting on Thursday [Jan 6] all outbound travellers who require an antigen test 24-hours before their departure, will now be tested at a Washington Mall location. A spokesperson said, “To meet the testing demand, the Ministry of Health advised that starting tomorrow [January 6, 2022] all outbound travellers... Read more of this article
England To Ease Testing Rules For Travelers
The rules on testing are to be eased for people travelling to England, the BBC has reported, noting that “fully vaccinated travellers coming to England will no longer have to take a test before they travel” and after arrival, rather than taking a PCR test they can take a lateral flow test. The story said, “The shake-up was confirmed by... Read more of this article
Man Injured In Collision On North Shore Road
A 67-year-old man has been transported to hospital following a collision on North Shore Road, just east of the Aquarium, this evening. A police spokesperson said, “Around 7:00pm on Wednesday 5th January 2022, police and first responders were dispatched to a report of single vehicle road traffic collision on North Shore Road, just east of the Aquarium. “A... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: Jan 5 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
Some Schools Opening, Some To Do Remote
9 out of 10 preschools and 15 out of 18 primary schools will be “fully or partially open for students” as of tomorrow, while “staffing levels for Senior Schools and Dame Marjorie Bean Hope Academy have not reached the level for in-person learning”, the Ministry said. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Education... Read more of this article
BEU Extend Condolences To Seymour Family
The Bermuda Entertainment Union [BEU] has extended their condolences to the family and friends of Gregory Seymour. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Entertainment Union acknowledges the passing of Gregory Seymour and express our deepest condolences to his family, friends and the entertainment community. “Greg Seymour was the Lead Singer of one of... Read more of this article
Take Five Donates Meals On Christmas Eve
Take Five teamed up with the Bermuda Conference of Seventh-day Church to donate 600 meals to families in need on Christmas Eve. A spokesperson said, “The Holiday Season is traditionally a time when the world expresses love in the form of giving and it is to that end, Take Five teamed up with the Bermuda Conference of Seventh-day Church to donate 600... Read more of this article
Vaccination/Booster Programme Resumes Today
The vaccination/booster programme at Pier Six is resuming today [Jan 5] and booster appointments can be booked online. Speaking at last night’s [Jan 4] test results, a Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry also notes that the vaccination/booster programme at Pier Six resumes tomorrow [January 5, 2022], and booster appointments can be booked... Read more of this article
Guy Carpenter Bermuda Promotes Jenni Estis
Guy Carpenter [Bermuda] Ltd announced the promotion of Jenni Estis to Managing Director. A spokesperson said, “Guy Carpenter [Bermuda] Ltd, a leading global risk and reinsurance specialist and a business of Marsh McLennan [MMC], announced today the promotion of Jenni Estis to Managing Director. “Having joined Guy Carpenter in 2002, Mrs. Estis has... Read more of this article
Court: 24-Year-Old Man Charged With Murder
A 24-year-old man has been remanded in custody after being charged with the murder of Osagi Bascome. Appearing in Magistrates’ Court, Raheem Wray was charged with the murder of Mr Bascome, which occurred in St. George’s parish in December 2021. Wray was not required to enter a plea as the charge must be heard in the Supreme Court. He was... Read more of this article
Video: Jan 5th Bernews Morning Newsflash
516 new confirmed Covid-19 cases, active cases increase to 912 with two people in hospital, ‘staggered opening” of schools, 24-year-old man charged with murder, police refute claim made about handling of impounding car, Lianne Swan appointed COO of BHCS, Andrew Trott-Francis awarded new golf bursary, Madelyn Moore earns honourable mention, MarketPlace and... Read more of this article
Wallpaper Wednesday: Emoji Thumbs Up
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series — which marks the first of 2022 — features a Bermuda flag themed emoji offering a little cyber thumbs up as we start a new year. The design is also available below as a Facebook profile cover image, and you can check back on Bernews every Wednesday for our latest free... Read more of this article
