Category: News
Two Children Injured In Collision In Devonshire
A 13-year-old and 7-year-old were injured in a collision involving a car and a pedal cycle in Devonshire this evening [March 26], the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 7pm on Sunday, 26th March, 2023, police and other first responders were dispatched to a serious road traffic collision involving a motor car and... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: BELCO Removes Old Stack
As part of their Asset Retirement Project, BELCO pulled down the old metal exhaust stack for the decommissioned BELCO engines – that are over 50 years old — today [March 26]. BELCO previously said, “The Asset Retirement Project will remove obsolete assets, unsafe buildings and hazardous material while increasing site safety and aesthetic... Read more of this article
BPS Appeal For Assistance In Investigation
The police are seeking the public’s assistance with its “investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of a male who was involved in an altercation” on Saturday. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance with its investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of... Read more of this article
Christopher Earns Dominant Win In Birmingham
[Written by Stephen Wright] Tyler Christopher maintained his perfect record after dominantly winning his sixth bout as a professional boxer against Luke Middleton in the main event at the H Suite in Edgbaston, Birmingham, last night [March 25]. Middleton, a late stand-in opponent, showed little ambition and barely laid a glove on Christopher, with the... Read more of this article
Sancho Smith Named Athlete Of The Week
Bermuda’s Sancho Smith — who competes for Clayton State University — has been named Athlete of the Week by the Peach Belt Conference. The Peach Belt Conference website said, “Smith has taken the D2 world by storm in his first two outdoor meets. The freshman from Warwick, Bermuda, won both of his 800m races. In the Savannah State Eye Opener,... Read more of this article
Bascome Honoured By Boxing Federation
[Written by Stephen Wright] Nikki Bascome has been recognised by the Bermuda Boxing Federation for his work helping inspire the island’s youngsters. The Bermudian professional boxer received his award from Nathan Dill, the BBF president, at the Fresh & Hungry Boxing Club in Warwick last week. Photo courtesy of the BBF Also present was American... Read more of this article
Video: Sunday March 26th ‘Good News’ Spotlight
News that 5-year-old Nahla Robinson is featured in a Disney advert, Cody Rego won the WIHS Hunter Phase CALI Class in Florida, and the Bermuda Motorsports Hall of Fame inductees named were all some of the positive news stories from the past week. In additional good news, Bermudian dancer Onuri Smith performed at the world’s biggest dance event in... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: New Playground At Pig’s Field
The Pig’s Field Family Connection held a ribbon cutting ceremony today [March 25] to celebrate the official opening of the Pig’s Field Playground. After the playground was destroyed by a fire back in 2021, the local community rallied together, and today’s ceremony marks the completion of a community effort to rebuild the playground. Related... Read more of this article
Photos/Videos: Gombeys & Fans At Football
Supporters of Bermuda’s football team — many dressed in the team’s jersey — made their way to the Flora Duffy stadium this afternoon [March 25] to cheer on the team as they played against Guyana as part of the Concacaf Nations League, which saw Guyana claim a 2-0 victory. Fans greet Nahki Wells after the game Gombeys perform... Read more of this article
Photos: Tenacious Tall Ship Visits Bermuda
Bermuda has been visited by another tall ship, with the Tenacious — one of the few tall ships in the world built to be fully inclusive for people with disabilities– arriving in Hamilton today [March 25]. The Sail Training International website said, “Tenacious is the largest wooden tall ship of her kind in the world. The innovative wood... Read more of this article
Senate: Order Of Business On Monday
The Senate is scheduled to be in session on Monday [March 27] and Bills listed on the schedule include the Stamp Duties Amendment Act 2023, Miscellaneous Fees and Penalties Act 2023, Electronic Communications [Regulatory Authority Fees] Amendment Regulations 2023, Electricity [Regulatory Authority Fees] Amendment Regulations 2023, Merchant Shipping... Read more of this article
Police Confirm ‘Sudden Death Of A Female’
The police are investigating the “sudden death of a female” who “was found unresponsive in waters at Southlands beach” on Friday and said that “foul play is not suspected at this time. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is investigating the sudden death of a female following reports that she was... Read more of this article
