Category: News
2023 Agricultural Exhibition Catalogue Released
The catalogue and entry forms for the 2023 Agricultural Exhibition have been released, with the event set to be held in April. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works is pleased to host the 80th Bermuda Annual Exhibition [the AG Show]. The AG Show is an annual three-day event, and this year runs from April 27th to the 29th... Read more of this article
‘May Hold Ordinary Municipal Elections’ In May
“Given these circumstances, we believe the equitable course of action is to allow both of our municipal bodies to proceed with their elections providing for officeholders to serve for two years instead of the customary three years, pending the Privy Council’s ruling,” said Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch. A Government spokesperson... Read more of this article
Mussenden, Hardy Inducted As Honorary Fellows
Larry Mussenden and Peter Hardy were inducted into the Company of Honorary Fellows of Bermuda College, with the black tie induction ceremonies and dinner held at the Coco Reef Hotel and Resort. Minister of Education Diallo Rabain; Bermuda College President Dr. Duranda Greene; Larry Mussenden; Peter Hardy; Chairman of the Company of Honorary Fellows... Read more of this article
Video: Minister Roban & Minister Darrell
[Updated] Deputy Premier and Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban and Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport Owen Darrell are holding a joint press conference this afternoon [Feb 23] to “discuss their Ministry’s budget initiatives.” You can watch the live video below and view all our coverage of the 2023 Budget here. Update: The live broadcast... Read more of this article
Photos: Sara Dayton’s ‘More Than Words’ Art
An exhibit titled ‘More Than Words’ by artist Sara Dayton is currently showing at the Bermuda Society of Arts. Arriving to Bermuda late 2019 as a dental hygienist, Ms. Dayton began exploring the island and immersing herself in the beauty and beat of the island, capturing thousands of videos and photos along the way. Shortly thereafter, Covid... Read more of this article
Mpox Vaccine Interest Form Now Available
“The Ministry of Health is considering vaccinating individuals at higher risk of Mpox exposure,” announced Minister of Health, Kim Wilson. “To gauge community interest, we have created an optional survey interest form. Starting today and for the next two weeks, Bermuda residents can complete the interest form for the Mpox vaccine, JYNNEOS, by... Read more of this article
Video: Seal ‘Showing Improvement In Condition’
After being rescued from a Bermuda beach a few days ago, the seal continues to recuperate at the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum and Zoo [BAMZ] and he is “showing improvement in condition.” The Bermuda Zoological Society posted the video below on Instagram and said, “The grey seal pup is continuing to respond to treatment and is showing... Read more of this article
HMC Burnaby Urgent Care To Hire ENT Specialist
HMC Burnaby Urgent Care & Medical Imaging announced, pending Bermuda Medical Council and Department of Immigration approvals, the hiring of Dr Mounzer Ghanem, FRCSI, as a Consultant Otolaryngologist, Head and Neck Surgeon. A spokesperson said, “Dr Ghanem is expected to be the island’s only full-time ear, nose and throat consultant and will... Read more of this article
Famous To Cheer On Sister In Skyport Magic Mile
[Written by Stephen Wright] Sakari Famous will be paying special attention to the annual Skyport Magic Mile at the Flora Duffy Stadium on Saturday, March 4th. The Bermuda high jumper’s younger sister Anaiah Famous-Woolridge will be among the estimated 1,000-plus youngsters competing in the beloved community race. Although Famous will not be able to... Read more of this article
$700,000 For Mangrove Bay Health Clinic
$700,000 of capital funding is provided for the “Mangrove Bay Clinic renovation” which “will provide high-quality healthcare services for the community in the island’s west end” and “preparation will be undertaken in 2023/24 so that construction can commence early in 2024/25,” Minister of Health Kim Wilson said. Speaking... Read more of this article
Video: February 23 Bernews Morning Newsflash
Anthony Davis pleads guilty to the murder of Morissa Moniz, Island records another Covid related death, police confirm death of 50-year-old man, BNV this evening with Randy, Ellen-Kate & Robert Horton, Dr Chris Fosker earns UTDRO Alumni Award, road sobriety checkpoints tonight and Bloomberg TV to film a segment on Bermuda are some of the stories... Read more of this article
Health Minister: $155M In Funding For Hospital
The budget for the 2023/2024 financial year includes $155,158,762 in funding for the King Edward VII Memorial Hospital and Mid-Atlantic Wellness Institute, Minister of Health Kim Wilson said. Speaking at today’s [Feb 22] press conference, Minister Wilson said, “The budget of one hundred and ninety-nine million, two hundred and forty thousand, one... Read more of this article
