Category: News
PLP Pay Tribute To The Late Ann Pindar
The Progressive Labour Party expressed their condolences to the family of Ann Pindar, noting that she was a “woman who courageously stepped forward in service of our country and our Party to provide leadership and representation at a time when few women did so.” A PLP spokesperson said, “The Progressive Labor Party mourns the passing... Read more of this article
Court: Visitors Fined For Breaking Quarantine
[Updated] Two visitors have been fined $2,500 each in Court for breaking the requirements of the Covid-19 Quarantine Order, as they attended a celebratory gathering prior to receiving the results of their arrival test. In providing today’s test results, a Government spokesperson said, “The public are advised that on 1st November 2020 two visitors... Read more of this article
Covid-19: Seven New Positives, Now 21 Active
There were 2561 test results received and seven were positive for Covid-19 — all were imported by visitors and residents — so the island now has a total of 21 active cases. A Government spokesperson said, “There were 2561 test results received by the Ministry of Health from 30th October through 1st November, and seven were positive for... Read more of this article
Armed Robbery At Somers Supermart
[Updated] There was an armed robbery at the Somers Supermart in St. George’s early this morning [Nov 2], with a male entering the store, brandishing a firearm, and escaping on foot “with a quantity of cash taken during the incident.” A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before 6:00 a.m. today, Monday, 2nd November, police received... Read more of this article
Video: BNV With OBA’s Kempe & Mathias
Catherine Kempe and Justin Mathias – who both standing for OBA Party Chairperson – are joining Bernews this morning [Nov 2] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series. An email previously sent out by the OBA said, “Two people have put their names forward with the intention to seek the office of Party Chair and have triggered... Read more of this article
2020 First Quarter: GDP Decreased By 2.8%
After adjusting for inflation, the GDP in constant prices decreased by 2.8% in the first quarter of 2020, which has been largely attributed to the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic, with the Minister noting that while all the business closures helped to contain the spread of the virus, they led to declines in consumption. Minister for the Cabinet Office... Read more of this article
Photos, Video: BHS Open New Innovation Centre
[Updated with video] BHS held the official opening ceremony and ribbon cutting for their new Innovation Centre, Arts Wing & Theatre, which includes five Science Labs, two Computer Science and Robotics Labs, a Digital Media Studio, Fine Arts Studios, Recording Studio, Dance Studio and more. The school noted the multi-million dollar facility will... Read more of this article
Newsflash Video & Weekend Reports, Photos
This past weekend saw the island celebrate Halloween with multiple ‘drive by’ Halloween trick or treat events, the PGA Golf event continue, the Classic Vehicle Tour held and various other community and sporting events. Links to our weekend coverage are below, click to view more. News/Misc: Man In Critical Condition In ICU After Collision Man... Read more of this article
Man In Critical Condition In ICU After Collision
A man is in critical condition in the ICU after he sustained serious head injuries in a collision in Sandys, the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “A 38 year old male is listed in critical condition in the Intensive Care Unit at the King Edward VII Memorial Hospital, after he sustained serious head injuries in a serious road traffic... Read more of this article
2019 Gross Domestic Product Report Released
Today the Minister for the Cabinet Office Wayne Furbert released the 2019 Gross Domestic Product [GDP] publication from the Department of Statistics. The Minister explained, “The Bermuda economy grew by 3.6 percent in 2019 led by increased activity in construction, real estate, human health and social work. When accounting for inflation Bermuda’s... Read more of this article
Video: Brian Gay Wins Bermuda Championship
[Written by Don Burgess] A dramatic finish saw Brian Gay win the 2020 PGA Bermuda Championship. The drama played out on the last six regular holes before setting up a thrilling playoff. Clark had built out an early lead thanks to seven birdies on the first 11. Trailing by three, Gay managed birdies on 12, 14, and 15 to pull within a stroke of Clark.... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Bermuda Classic Vehicle Tour
A Classic Vehicle Tour took place today [Nov 1] starting in Southampton and heading to the east end of the island, with the organisers holding the event with an aim to “get like-minded people out for the day for all to enjoy all the hours of work and love that goes into these projects.” The tour, which was for vehicles older than 25 years,... Read more of this article
