Category: News
Video: America’s Cup Documentary Part #4
“The 35th America’s Cup in Bermuda was very much about the Common Good of the island and its people. As a community we learned how to work together for the good of all and how to collaborate as agencies, government departments and the private sector for the best results,” the ACBDA said as Part 4 of their Earl Cameron narrated documentary... Read more of this article
200 Students Make Holiday Cards For Seniors
Recipients of Meals and Wheels have or will receive a surprise with their meals this week – personalized greeting cards created by 200 students from Bermuda’s primary schools. Front row: Aldwin Aquino, P6, of Purvis Primary school and Tiegan Thomas, Year 7, of Warwick Academy; Back Row: Ms. Kievonne Simmons, Purvis Primary School, Ms.... Read more of this article
Video: Dec 15th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Teachers Union welcomes plan outlining the future development of education, HRC Bermuda responds to Domestic Partnerships Act passing in Senate, Artex team help work on Trunk Island restoration, Opposition Leader Jeanne Atherden on Govt’s statement on 2017/18 first half finances, Rainbow Alliance responds to Domestic Partnerships Bill passing, Recipients... Read more of this article
Ingham Meets Young Sailors In South Africa
Mustafa Ingham, an aspiring professional sailor who is participating in an apprenticeship opportunity with the Volvo Ocean Race, recently had the opportunity to speak with young sailors in South Africa as part of his role as a Volvo Ocean Race Academy Apprentice. After speaking with the students, Mr. Ingham said, “I tried to get the message across... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: Dec 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
Butterfield Adjust Rates Following Fed Increase
The Bank of Butterfield announced that, in step with yesterday’s 25 basis point increase in the US Federal Funds Rate, the Bank is adjusting its interest rates on loans and fixed-term deposits. Deposit Rates The Bank said, “To provide customers with the opportunity to earn higher returns on Bermuda dollar and US dollar deposits, rates paid... Read more of this article
BTA Chairman & CEO Issue Joint Statement
Following the contrasting statements from the Bermuda Tourism Authority CEO and Board which were followed by comments from the Tourism Minister expressing his “disappointment with Mr. Dallas’ unauthorized statement,” BTA Board Chairman Paul Telford and CEO Kevin Dallas issued a short joint statement about the “way forward”... Read more of this article
Photos: Clearwater Choir Performs At Princess
Clearwater Middle School’s Choir paid a visit to Hamilton Princess & Beach Club to express their gratitude for the efforts of “The Pink Squad” – a team of volunteers from the hotel – in helping to update the school’s music room. The choir sang a selection of Christmas carols and performed instrumentals of seasonal favourites, led by... Read more of this article
Ministry: 23 Bus Runs Cancelled On Thursday
The cancellation of bus runs continue, with the Ministry releasing a list of bus cancellations for this afternoon [Dec 14] with twenty-three bus runs cancelled. Related Stories Ministry: 4 Bus Runs Cancelled On Thursday Ministry: 2 Bus Runs Cancelled On Tuesday Ministry: 3 Bus Runs Cancelled On Wednesday Ministry: 3 Bus Runs Cancelled On Thursday Ministry:... Read more of this article
BPS Issue Christmas Crime Prevention Advisory
The Bermuda Police Service has reminded the public to be vigilant saying “that as we are already in the festive season we want to remind homeowners, shoppers and business owners & staff to be extremely vigilant in an effort to minimizing the risk of becoming a victim of crime; which as we know increases during this time of the year.” Acting... Read more of this article
American Group Urges Governor To “Veto” Bill
The U.S. based Human Rights Campaign has urged the Governor of Bermuda “to veto legislation passed by the Bermuda Parliament repealing marriage equality,” saying that “if the measure becomes law, the British overseas territory will become the first territory in the world to take away the right of same-sex couples to marry.” Domestic... Read more of this article
Video: America’s Cup Documentary Part #3
“This is Part 3 of a nine-part series walking you down memory lane of Bermuda’s 35th America’s Cup and revealing behind the scenes insights from Bermudians who were involved in planning and preparing the event.”, the ACBDA said. “You’ll hear how they were nervous in the planning stages, wondering ‘could we deliver’ and ‘had... Read more of this article
