Category: News
BPS Confirm Death: 50-Yr-Old Anthony Williams
The police have confirmd the death of 50-year-old Anthony Williams, who died following a collision in Hamilton Parish early Sunday morning. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the death of 50-year-old Anthony Williams and extends condolences to his family and friends. “Mr. Williams was seriously injured... Read more of this article
36-Year-Old Man Remains In Critical Condition
The 36-year-old male motorcyclist injured in a collision early Saturday morning remains in critical condition in the ICU. A police spokesperson said, “At last check 7:10am today [Monday, September 5th] the 36-year-old male motorcyclist injured in a reported single vehicle crash around 2:30am Saturday, September 3rd at the junction of Lane Hill... Read more of this article
40 Minutes Of Video: Labour Day Celebrations
Labour Day celebrations were held today [Sept 5] at Union Square, with the day beginning with the race early this morning, and followed by speeches from Union leaders and a march through the streets of Hamilton. Despite the rain, a crowd gathered to take part in the annual event, which opened with a prayer from Reverend Nicholas Tweed, and included... Read more of this article
Hurricane Victims Remembered 13 Years Later
Thirteen years after tragedy struck the island, Minister of National Security Jeffrey Baron reflected on Hurricane Fabian’s tragic impact on Bermuda in 2003. On September 5th 2003, Hurricane Fabian claimed four lives when it made a direct hit on Bermuda, with Constable Stephen Symons, Constable Nicole O’Connor, Station Duty Officer Gladys Saunders... Read more of this article
Marc Bean: “Our Unity Will Remain Our Strength”
“In the face of calculated moves to halt and diminish our progress, our unity will remain our strength,” Opposition Leader Marc Bean said, adding that Labour Day “serves as a sobering reminder of how far we have come, and how far we still must go to ensure the dignity of our people is upheld.” Mr Bean said, “The labour movement... Read more of this article
Hayward: ‘Labour Day Has Become Bittersweet’
Labour Day “has become bittersweet,” BPSU President Jason Hayward said, as it is a time when we celebrate the contributions that labour has made throughout the years, however it is “also a time that causes us to reflect on how unjust and unequal this society can be for some.” Mr Hayward said, “Labour Day in Bermuda has... Read more of this article
Time Lapse Videos: Demolition On Front Street
Demolition work continues on Front Street following the fire that caused severe damage to a number of buildings in July. At approximately 4.30am that morning, the fire broke out on Front Street, with Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service deploying 16 vehicles and over 30 members to battle the blaze. The blaze took hours to get under control, and caused major... Read more of this article
Lewis ‘Extremely Proud To Represent Bermuda’
[Written by Don Burgess] When you’re the gold medal champion from the Parapan Games, the bar is raised and so are expectations. It’s raised even higher when you’ve made the podium at the World Championships. Along with those lofty expectations comes added pressure to do well, but athlete Jessica Lewis can handle it. Lewis — along with... Read more of this article
PLP: Maynard Dill Served With ‘Integrity & Honor’
[Updated] The PLP said they are “deeply saddened to acknowledge the passing of our esteemed Party Chairman, Mr. Junior Maynard Dill,” saying he “served with integrity and honor.” PLP Leader Marc Bean said, “A lifelong Trade Unionist and member of the PLP, in 2012 Mr. Dill took on the daunting challenge of Chairing the Party... Read more of this article
50-Year-Old Man Dies Following Traffic Collision
[Updated: Police have confirmed that a 50-year-old man has died.] Emergency services responded to a collision involving a motorcycle and taxi, at approximately 12.30am this morning [Sept 4] on North Shore Road in Hamilton Parish. Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service personnel tended to the injured rider before he was transported by ambulance to King Edward... Read more of this article
Sunday September 4th: “Good News” Spotlight
The roof wetting ceremony held for Belvedere Residences, Bermuda featured in the fall edition of Lonely Planet Magazine, and the official opening of the TABS flagship store in Hamilton were all some of the positive news stories from the past week. Other good news stories included Reggie Lambe scoring in a Carlisle United win, Tashae Trott, Rachel... Read more of this article
Photos: Sand Sculpture Contest At Horseshoe
The public was invited to “unleash their creativity using Bermuda’s own natural pink sand” at the 21st annual Bermuda Sand Sculpture Competition today [Sept 3] at Horseshoe Bay, with $2,000 in cash prizes given away. The competition was sponsored by the Hamilton Princess and Beach Club and Marina and Alexandra Mosher Studio Jewellery, with free... Read more of this article
