Category: News
Video: April 15th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Shelter in Place extended for two weeks, 57 confirmed Covid-19 cases in Bermuda, man ‘deliberately coughed on’ police, PHC Foundation scholarship application deadline extended, Police & Fire Service thank hospital staff, and Carifta Games postponed until 2021 are some of the stories in this morning’s [April 15] Bernews Newsflash. The Bernews... Read more of this article
Video/Photos: Police & Fire Thank Hospital Staff
The Bermuda Police Service and Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service formed a motorcade this evening [April 14] and traveled from Hamilton to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital, where they, along with a few members of the Royal Bermuda Regiment, clapped and cheered to show their appreciation for the work that hospital staff are doing to help the island deal... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: April 14 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: Shelter In Place Extended To May 2
[Updated] The Government is holding a press conference this evening [April 14] to update the public on Covid-19. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below, and you can follow our live updates here. Update: The Shelter in Place measure has been extended for an additional two weeks, ending on 2 May 2020. Update... Read more of this article
Covid-19: Carifta Games Postponed Until 2021
The Government of Bermuda and all of the Caribbean Carifta Countries have made the decision to move the 49th Edition of the Carifta Games to 2021. Bermuda National Athletics Association President Donna Raynor said, “On behalf of the Bermuda National Athletics Association and the Carifta Local Organizing Committee we would like to advise that following... Read more of this article
Corbishley: Man ‘Deliberately Coughed On’ Police
[Updated] Four police officers had to be quarantined after being “deliberately coughed on” by a person they arrested, Police Commissioner Stephen Corbishley said. In a video posted on his social media account, Commissioner Corbishley said, “Quite a serious incident last night when four BPS officers involved in the arrest and transportation... Read more of this article
Covid-19: One Communications Donates $50,000
One Communications today announced its support of the Third Sector Coordinated Crisis Response Effort starting with a donation of $50,000 towards the Covid-19 Emergency Fund. “During these times of uncertainty, it is reassuring to see the community rallying together to support one another. Many people across Bermuda are looking for assistance with... Read more of this article
‘Total Of 18,083 Stops Over Holiday Weekend’
Last night [April 13] the Minister of National Security Wayne Caines provided an update during the daily Covid-19 press briefing. The Minister discussed matters to do with the Joint Community Advisory Check Points and provided a general update regarding the Government approved Quarantine Locations. Minister Caines said, “Firstly, I’d like to touch... Read more of this article
Video: April 14th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Another person has died from Covid-19 and the island has a total of 57 cases overall, 30 have recovered and sadly five people have died, Conyers donates $100,000 to local charities, hotlines to assist residents during pandemic, $3.4 million paid in unemployment benefit, helicopter ‘familiarisation flights’, face shields made with 3D printer and... Read more of this article
Videos: Govt Confirms Another Covid-19 Death
[Updated] The Government is holding a press conference this evening [April 13] to update the public on Covid-19. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below, and you can follow our live updates here. Update: Minister Wilson confirmed that another person has died, and that there were no test results received... Read more of this article
$3.4 Million Paid In Unemployment Benefit
The Minister of Labour, Community Affairs and Sports Lovitta Foggo confirmed that around 3,811 individuals have been paid the unemployment benefit, which represents a total of just over $3.4 million, and by Friday a further 1,197 applicants will have been paid for an additional cost of $966,000, bringing the total applicants paid to 5,008. Minister... Read more of this article
Saltus Makes Face Shields With 3D Printer
Saltus has been making face shields using a 3D printer, and will continue making more, with a goal of making 500 face shields in order to help our essential workers. A spokesperson said, “As our health care and other essential workers in Bermuda continue their combined efforts in keeping us safe, we continue to think of ways in which we can help them. “Saltus... Read more of this article
