Category: News
Adrian Roach: ‘I’m Calling It My Bulldozer Year’
[Written by Stephen Wright] Adrian Roach says he is ready for his “bulldozer year” as he builds towards his dream of reaching the Olympic Games in Paris next year. The 20-year-old has several amateur tournaments on the horizon as he looks to become the first Bermudian boxer to qualify for the Olympics since light middleweight Quinn Paynter at the... Read more of this article
Video: Jan 27th Bernews Morning Newsflash
BTA highlights humpback whales, Nahki Wells ranked 11th in championship scorers, retail sales decreased 0.2% in October 2022, 15% vacancy rate at City ground floor level, new ‘Fudgesicle’ children’s book released, 2023 Carnival costumes to be unveiled and plans to revive women’s basketball league are some of the stories in this morning’s... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: Jan 26 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
New ‘Fudgesicle’ Children’s Book Released
Minister Tinee Furbert has released a new children’s book, Fudgesicle, which features a young girl’s introduction to a chocolate-flavored Bermuda fudgesicle, with illustrations by Bermudian artist Gherdai Hassell. The book is described as: “Fudgesicle is a colorful, positive, upbeat story of a young girl’s introduction to a chocolate-flavored... Read more of this article
Plans To Revive Women’s Basketball League
[Written by Stephen Wright] Female basketball players are encouraged to join weekly training sessions at The Centre on Angle Street, Hamilton. Shari Scott, a basketball enthusiast, has been holding weekly scrimmages from 6 pm to 7.30 pm for up to 12 players and hopes to launch a 3v3 league in April or May. The 35-year-old said players of all ages and... Read more of this article
15% Vacancy Rate At City Ground Floor Level
The City of Hamilton “has a vacancy rate of 15% at ground floor level” and “we predict that this figure is likely to increase as the full and long-term impacts of the pandemic are felt. ” This is according to the recently released City of Hamilton Plan 2023 Consultative Draft which said, “Our research has found that the... Read more of this article
Retail Sales Decreased 0.2% In October 2022
After adjusting for the retail sales rate of inflation – measured at 5.8% in October – the overall volume of retail sales decreased 0.2% when compared to October 2021, according to the recently released Retail Sales Index. A Government spokesperson said, “Today, the Ministry of Economy and Labour released the October 2022 Retail Sales... Read more of this article
2023 Carnival Costumes To Be Unveiled
Carnival In Bermuda announced that the Bermuda Mas Bands “have been gearing up over the past few months and are now ready to release their presentations for Revel De Road 2023.” A spokesperson said, “Party People Entertainment will stoke the flames for Band Launch Season as they present their theme ‘The House of Dragons,’... Read more of this article
Video: BTA Highlights Humpback Whales
The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] has released a video titled ‘The Tale of the Bermuda Whale,’ noting that “humpback whales are a sight to be seen during their annual retreat to Bermuda’s waters.” The video’s description says, “The humpback whales are a sight to be seen during their annual retreat to Bermuda’s... Read more of this article
Free Health Checks For Men 60 And Above
A free health clinic is aiming to address pervasive health conditions “that have been identified as common threats to the local mature male population.” A spokesperson said, “Daily Male is a clinic designed to offer free men’s health screening for Prostate cancer and cardiovascular disease among the over-60 male demographic, which... Read more of this article
Video: Jan 26th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Man arrested in connection with robbery, CahowCams capture egg laying, Monetary Authority 2023 Business Plan released, BNA to resume their Saturday leagues, Vasco team prepare for tournament in Azores, Karting: Scott Barnes hoping for sponsorship, SJD World launches new subscription service and Covid Update: 16 known active, 10 in hospital are some... Read more of this article
Former RBR Commander Sentenced To Jail
[Updated with PDF] Former commanding officer of the Royal Bermuda Regiment [RBR] David Curley has been sentenced to six months in jail after admitting to a charge of official corruption A ZBM report said, “The 55-year-old former Lieutenant-Colonel had pleaded guilty to a charge of official corruption last July. His sentence totals 18 months, with... Read more of this article
