Category: News
Saundre Simmons On Upcoming Mexico Fight
[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian boxer Saundre “Dash” Simmons will aim to extend his unbeaten record when he faces Mexican fighter Juan Andrés Diaz in Mexicali, Baja California, tomorrow [October 4]. Simmons, now ranked among the top 15 light heavyweights in the United States, will take on Diaz in a six-round bout at the Gimnasio de Mexicali. The... Read more of this article
‘Together For Janae’ Fundraiser Launched
The CedarBridge Academy Class of 2006 launched a campaign to help raise funds for the funeral expenses for the late Janae Minors and to help support her loved ones. The fundraiser said, “On behalf of the CedarBridge Academy Graduating Class of 2006, it is with heavy hearts that we share the devastating loss of one of our own. Our dear friend and... Read more of this article
Column: Robinson On Family, Community & More
[Opinion column written by MP Dwayne Robinson] When I was growing up, I was a handful. My mother gave me her everything but I was a young, rambunctious boy who was determined to do whatever I felt was best for me at the time. Now, as a parent myself, I understand why my mother never gave up. She was committed to my future—the best that I deserved.... Read more of this article
Video: October 3rd Bernews Morning Newsflash
Two babies born during the hurricane, police reiterated their appeal to locate Ja’Dore Wilson, BELCO continues restoring power after Hurricane Imelda, Hamilton Princess reopened following the hurricane, and the Bermuda Football Association held its Annual Congress Meeting are some of the stories in this morning’s [Oct 3] Bernews Newsflash. The... Read more of this article
Live Updates: Hurricane News, Closures & More
[Updating] Hurricane Imelda is moving away from Bermuda having caused widespread power outages, and the airport and Causeway re-opened earlier today [Oct 2] while public schools are set to reopen on Monday, October 6th. We are providing live updates as able, with consolidated information from both the public and private sectors as well as photo and... Read more of this article
Island Welcomes Two Babies During Hurricane
The island welcomed two babies during Hurricane Imelda, the hospital has confirmed. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Hospitals Board is happy to announce the birth of baby Gosai Pritmani, baby GP for short, during storm conditions at 7:47pm on Wednesday 1 October. “Baby GP, a boy, is the first born of parents Niraj Pritmani and his wife Sonam... Read more of this article
Videos: Weather During Hurricane Imelda
A series of videos captured the changing weather conditions across the island yesterday [Oct 1] as Hurricane Imelda approached and passed over us, with rain, high wind, and heavy surf resulting. 10am Post Hurricane Weather as Imelda Moves Away 5.30pm Weather In St George’s as Hurricane Imelda Approaches Bermuda Road Closed In Advance of Hurricane... Read more of this article
Police Reiterate Appeal To Locate Ja’Dore Wilson
Police have reiterated that locating 15-year-old Ja’Dore Wilson is a ‘top priority ‘and are urging anyone with information about her whereabouts to please contact them. A police spokesperson said, “Locating missing 15-year-old Ja’Dore Wilson, remains a top priority for us. “We urge anyone who may know her whereabouts to do the... Read more of this article
BELCO Restoring Power After Hurricane Imelda
Hurricane Imelda brought hurricane-force winds to Bermuda leaving approximately 18,000 customers without power, and BELCO crews have been hard at work, and have already restored power to thousands of customers. A spokesperson said, “During the evening of October 1 and the morning of October 2 Bermuda experienced hurricane force winds from Hurricane... Read more of this article
Minister On Services & Restoration After Imelda
[Updated] Minister of National Security Michael Weeks has issued updates on weather, closures, transportation, government operations, and more following the passage of Hurricane Imelda. Minister Weeks said, “Good day Bermuda. We have just finished an Emergency Measures Organisation [EMO] meeting and we continue to coordinate recovery efforts following... Read more of this article
EMO Issue Morning Update On Hurricane
The Ministry of National Security is urging the public to stay off the roads this morning [Oct 2] as Bermuda continues to feel the effects of Hurricane Imelda. A Government spokesperson said, “This morning [Oct. 2], in the interest of safety, the Ministry of National Security urged sensible and responsible behaviour as the island continues to... Read more of this article
Video: October 2nd Bernews Morning Newsflash
The Hurricane Warning is now downgraded to a Tropical Storm Warning, BELCO reports over 17,000 customers without power as of 7am, Premier David Burt meets with Irish finance leaders, the RBR Coast Guard completes drone training, October is Domestic Abuse Awareness & Prevention Month, and boxer Adrian Roach discusses his upcoming fight in Mexico... Read more of this article
