Category: News
Photos: Fallen Tree Blocks Devonshire Road
[Updated] A section of Parsons Lane in Devonshire has been blocked by fallen tree branches and police are advising the public to avoid the area. A police spokesperson said, “A section of Parsons Lane in Devonshire has been blocked by fallen tree branches, likely due to Saturday’s inclement weather. Works & Engineering has been notified. “Until... Read more of this article
Video: Sunday Aug 11th ‘Good News’ Spotlight
News that Clara James, Erin Fleming, and Francis Mussenden enjoyed an opportunity at OBM International, Bermudian Alex Scrymgeour and his production team took top honours at the Long Island International Film Expo, celebrity La La Anthony praised Bermuda to her millions of social media followers and Jasmaine Adams was awarded the Bermuda Hotel Association... Read more of this article
Winnie Childs Celebrates Her 106th Birthday
Winifred ‘Winnie’ Childs celebrated her 106th birthday today [Aug 10] with a cake and balloons marking the event. The Westmeath Residential and Nursing Care Home resident was joined by family members and friends, with Deputy Premier Walter Roban stopping by to offer the birthday celebrity best wishes and join in on the celebrations. Family... Read more of this article
Photos: 32nd Annual Night Of Champions
The Bermuda Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation [BBBFF] hosted their 32nd Annual Night of Champions tonight [Aug 10] at the Earl Cameron Theatre at City Hall in Hamilton. Shannon Douglas won the Bikini Division while Joy Eve won the Figure Division, and Melissa Smith won the Women’s Physique Division. Antonio Soares won the Men’s Bodybuilding Division... Read more of this article
Essence & Shiona Turini Highlight Bermuda
Bermudian style influencer and fashion expert Shiona Turini conducts Essence readers on a guided tour through her native island in a major new travel piece posted at the magazine’s website. Titled Get Lost: 72 Hours In Bermuda, Ms Turini’s article recommends would-be American visitors book now to enjoy a three-day weekend on the island over... Read more of this article
Vershon Was Not Barred, Apologises To Bermuda
[Updated] Entertainer Vershon has confirmed that he was not barred from Bermuda, and has issued an ”unreserved apology” to the Government and people of Bermuda as a “statement was erroneously put out by my publicist.” In addition, the publicist’s website has posted a statement alleging that the “information that... Read more of this article
Video: JJ Adventures Highlight Bermuda Trip
JJ Adventures — the travel and adventure YouTube channel run by two married nurses, John and Justine — brings its 12,0000 followers to Bermuda with a recently uploaded video chronicling their July visit to the island. The American couple, whose sense of wanderlust is matched only by their passion for photography and ideography, have endeavoured... Read more of this article
Around The Island Powerboat Race Postponed
The Bermuda Powerboat Association is postponing the Around the Island race that was scheduled to take place this Sunday [Aug 11] due to the “unfavorable offshore weather forecast. “We plan to go ahead the following Sunday weather dependent,” a spokesperson said. Related Stories 2025 Around The Island Powerboat Race Results RUBiS... Read more of this article
Ghana Studies Bermuda’s Water System
[Written by Don Burgess] Ghana is studying Bermuda’s system of collecting rain to help solve their water crisis. The Ghanaian High Commissioner to the UK, Papa Owusu-Ankomah, recently visited the offices of OBMI Bermuda and met with regional director Colin Campbell. Mr Campbell gave a presentation on how Bermuda uses water harvesting through tanks,... Read more of this article
Video: August 10th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Ascendant Group shareholders approve sale, seven people graduate from Restaurant Server Programme, BILTIR scholarship awarded to Zya Fraser, Ghana studies Bermuda’s water system, and the National Dance Foundation awards scholarships are some of the stories in this morning’s [Aug 10] Bernews Newsflash. The Bernews Morning Newsflash includes... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: August 9 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
22 Mirrors Students Attend Overseas SuperCamp
The Attorney-General Kathy Lynn Simmons met with 22 students at the L.F. Wade International Airport in anticipation of their departure to Stanford University. The selected students will take part in the first Mirrors’ overseas SuperCamp at Stanford University for a seven-day period as part of their participation in Mirrors’ Community Programme. A... Read more of this article
