Category: News
Workforce Dept Apprentices Receive Certificates
The Minister of Education and Workforce Development Diallo Rabain recently presented certificates to apprentices who have completed training with the assistance of the Department of Workforce Development and their employers. The Department’s Training section works with local employers, unions, the Bermuda College and industry partners to ensure quality... Read more of this article
Collision Involving Two Motorcycles & Truck
Emergency services responded in the Paget area this afternoon [Nov 21] following a collision which appears to have involved two motorcycles and a truck. Further details are limited at this time, however we will update as able. Related Stories Photos: Three Vehicle Collision In Devonshire Photos: Vehicle Found Crashed In St George’s Photos:... Read more of this article
Photos, Video: Cement Truck Overturns In Paget
[Updating] A collision occurred in Paget this morning [Nov 21] resulting in a cement truck overturning. Emergency services on the scene to assist, and further details are limited at this time, however we will update as able. Update 9.48am: A police spokesperson said, “Traffic diversions in effect until further notice on South Road in Paget near... Read more of this article
Photos, Video: Pool Renamed After Flora Duffy
[Updated with photos] Warwick Academy held a ceremony this morning [Nov 21] to officially rename their swimming pool after world champion Bermudian triathlete Flora Duffy. The 21-minute live video replay is below: Duffy, who has won numerous international titles including multiple World Championships, attended Warwick Academy, and in deciding to name... Read more of this article
Video: “Paradise Lakes” Song Showcases Island
Greg Morrison, a writer and singer who has lived in Bermuda, has released a song and video titled “Paradise Lake,” which highlights “Bermuda’s hidden oasis.” Mr. Mossison said, “I wrote the song Paradise Lakes and recorded it with the help of Steve Easton at Just Platinum Studios. I played guitar and sang. Steve sang... Read more of this article
Shernette Wolffe: Enduring, Rich, Proud Legacy
In celebration of the school’s 120th anniversary, the Berkeley Institute Anniversary Celebration Committee is shining a spotlight on its alumni, with the fourth profile highlighting Shernette Wolffe, Class of 1976, Green House. What does it mean to be a Berkeleyite? Berkeley represents an enduring, rich and proud legacy. I descend from an impressive... Read more of this article
Video: Nov 21st Bernews Morning Newsflash
The Government’s offer of a 2.5% pay increase being accepted by the BPSU, the Premier announcing the ‘Ageing Well Committee’, Bermudian Marcus Smith announcing the planned launch of the ‘Audiyoo’ mobile app, two local early childhood educators issuing a ‘call to action’ on the importance of early childhood development, Clarien Bank... Read more of this article
Ministry: 61 Bus Runs Cancelled On Tuesday
The cancellation of bus runs continue, with the Ministry releasing a list of bus cancellations for this afternoon [Nov 21] with sixty-one 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
30 Minute Video: Nov 20 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
Govt’s Offer Of 2.5% Pay Increase Accepted
The Government’s offer of a 2.5% pay increase, retroactive until 1st April 2017, has been accepted by the Bermuda Public Services Union. A Government spokesperson said, “Today the Minister of Cabinet Office with Responsibility for Government Reform, Lovitta Foggo, announced the signing of a new three-year Collective Bargaining Agreement [CBA]... Read more of this article
Ministry: 49 Bus Runs Cancelled On Monday
The cancellation of bus runs continue, with the Ministry releasing a list of bus cancellations for this afternoon [Nov 20] with forty-nine 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
Video: Premier Burt On ‘Ageing Well Committee’
[Updated] Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt held a press conference this afternoon [Nov 20] to discuss the ‘Ageing Well Committee’ which he said will be a Government and private sector collaboration and will be chaired by MP Derrick Burgess. The Committee will review the ‘Ageing Well Strategy’ which has already been... Read more of this article
