Category: News
30 Minute Video: Nov 6 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... Read more of this article
Covid-19: 834 Test Results, Two Positive
There were 834 test results received yesterday and two were positive for Covid-19 — which “are classified as imported having arrived together on BA 2233 from London on October 27” — so Bermuda now has a total of 19 active cases. A Government spokesperson said, “There were 834 test results received by the Ministry of Health yesterday [5 November... Read more of this article
BPS Release Images Of Armed Robbery Suspect
[Updated with video] The police have released images of the suspect in the armed robbery at Somer’s Supermart in St. Georges earlier this week. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is once again appealing for the public’s assistance with the ongoing investigation into an armed robbery which took place at the Somer’s... Read more of this article
Upgrade Work Continues On Front St. Junctions
The upgrades to the Front Street traffic junctions continues, and motorists and pedestrians are encouraged to use caution in the areas as the work continues, the City said today. A spokesperson said, “The upgrades to the easternmost Front Street traffic junctions continue to progress, according to schedule. “The upgrades at Bermudiana Road... Read more of this article
Zeiko Lewis Named Offensive Player Of Year
Bermuda’s Zeiko Lewis has been named the Charleston Battery Offensive Player of the Year, with the club saying he was “a threat all season on the attack” and “exemplified a team-first mentality that contributed to the Battery’s success.” The club’s announcement said, “With his second consecutive season leading the... Read more of this article
Live Video & Updates: 2020 Throne Speech
[Updating] The Throne Speech and Convening of Parliament will take place this morning [Nov 6], with Governor John Rankin delivering the 2020 Throne Speech, which outlines the Government’s Legislative Agenda for the year ahead. Today’s session will be a special sitting in St George’s in order to mark the 400th anniversary of the first General... Read more of this article
Full Text & Highlights: 2020 Throne Speech
Government will introduce pension reform to allow for the use of a portion of pension account balances to fund a down payment on the purchase of a home for first time homebuyers, municipal reform for the Corporations of Hamilton and St. George will be advanced in this Session, and the Legislature will be invited to consider Bills to create the Bermuda... Read more of this article
RA Extends 5G Safety Consultation Deadline
The Regulatory Authority [RA] today announced that “due to concerns from the public, it will extend the deadline of its public consultation into Radiofrequency and 5G Safety by two weeks, to December 7, 2020.” “To provide feedback on the public consultation, please visit the RA’s website at www.ra.bm, select Public Consultation,... Read more of this article
‘Quarantine All Passengers Onboard That Flight’
As Bermuda now has eight positive Covid-19 cases from the October 27th BA flight from London, the Ministry of Health “has made the decision to quarantine all passengers onboard that flight.” During yesterday’s [Nov 5] release of test results, a Government spokesperson said, “As of yesterday, Bermuda now has eight positive cases... Read more of this article
Social Justice Bermuda: Govt’s First 100 Days
In anticipation of the opening of Parliament, the Social Justice Bermuda group prepared a document outlining their “suggested priorities for the Government’s First Hundred Days.” Their suggestions include introducing legislation to protect against modern forms of sexual harassment and abuse via electronic means, including the introduction... Read more of this article
Video: Nov 6th Bernews Morning Newsflash
The Throne Speech will be held today, ‘man chased by individuals on another cycle’, Youthvision to host virtual ‘Live in Peace’ assembly, Queen congratulates the people of Bermuda, Dr. Ernest Peets appointed as Government Senator, MarketPlace Christmas Parade will be be held, ‘Taking Off’ highlights check in kiosks, British Airways... Read more of this article
Queen Congratulates The People Of Bermuda
Her Majesty the Queen has congratulated the people of Bermuda on the 400th anniversary of the Bermuda Parliament. A statement from Queen Elizabeth II said, “On the occasion of celebrations to mark the 400th anniversary of the Bermuda Parliament, I have pleasure in sending my warm congratulations to the people of Bermuda. “I have fond memories... Read more of this article
