Category: News
Video: Jan 13th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Shooting in Pembroke, raccoon ”humanely euthanized”, “significant quantities” of produce stolen from farmers, Royal Air Force visit, apply for Summer Employment Programme, AXA XL announces promotion of Nigel Williams, 50 speeding tickets issued in one hour, fixed penalty tickets issued for curfew breach, nearly 150 staff out... Read more of this article
Gun Shots In Pembroke Area, No One Injured
[Updated] The police are responding to the Deepdale Road/Parson’s Road area in Pembroke this evening [Jan 12], with multiple police vehicles and officers on scene. Unofficial reports suggest that area residents may have heard what sounded like gunshots. Further confirmed details are limited at this time, however we will update as able. Update... Read more of this article
Dunkley: Eliminate SafeKey, Curfew, TA Form
Do not renew the current emergency powers, get rid of SafeKey, end the curfew, and eliminate the travel authorization form are among the suggestions from Shadow Minister of Health Michael Dunkley. Mr Dunkley said, “In light of the comments by Premier Burt that we must learn to live with Covid and the Government is considering changes to current restrictions... Read more of this article
Minister Updates On Fire Service Staffing
Following a meeting today with the Senior Command of the Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service, the Minister of National Security Renee Ming, said, “I would like to update the public on the current status of the Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service, but first I want to express my gratitude for their tireless work during this most recent outbreak and indeed throughout... Read more of this article
Premier On FinTech, Economic Growth, More
“Bermuda is gaining momentum,” said Premier David Burt as he outlined the activity in Bermuda’s fintech sector, with the Government noting that the Premier is in Switzerland this week following an “invitation to attend the Crypto Finance Conference to further promote Bermuda’s digital asset business sector.” The Premier... Read more of this article
Jackson: “Devastating Blow” For Tourism
“Bermuda’s tourism has received a devastating blow,” OBA MP Susan Jackson said, adding that “locals and visitors alike should be deeply concerned about the loss of air travel.” The comments follow after news that JetBlue has reduced the flight schedule from New York to Bermuda, which the airline is reportedly making into a... Read more of this article
240 Chromebooks Donated To School Students
The Bermuda End-to-End Charitable Trust is donating 240 Chromebooks to students through the Ministry of Education. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda End-to-End Charitable Trust will proceed with their 2021 commitment to the Bermuda Department of Education, using funds from the October 2021 event, giving 240 Chromebooks with hard cases to P1 and P2... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: Jan 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: BNV Interview With ‘Pain Into Purpose’
Bernews has a very special BNV News & Views episode this evening [Jan 12], with two members from ‘Pain Into Purpose’ joining us to speak about the important matter of road safety. Antoinette Burgess — who lost her 16-year-old son Kijani Burgess in a collision in 2020 — and Guielle Bean are joining us to discuss road safety... Read more of this article
Photos/Video: Royal Air Force Land In Bermuda
A Royal Air Force [RAF] military aircraft was recently spotted at LF Wade International Airport, making a landing in Bermuda under cloudy skies yesterday [Jan 11], with the aircraft still seen on the island as of earlier today. For our past coverage of military aircraft on the island, click here. Related Stories Photos & Video: US &... Read more of this article
Hour Changes At Lamb Foggo To Assist KEMH
There will be “evening only hours” at the Lamb Foggo Urgent Care Centre to “assist with ensuring adequate staffing levels are available in the Emergency Department at KEMH” as BHB have ”nearly 150 staff off work due to positive results or as close contacts.” From Thursday, January 13 A BHB spokesperson said, “Bermuda... Read more of this article
“Significant Quantities” Stolen From Farmers
The police have appealed for information after “significant quantities” of produce including broccoli, beets, green zucchini, and sweet potato were reported stolen from farmers. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service has recently received a number of reports of theft of produce from farmers’ gardens. “Members of... Read more of this article
