Category: News
“Robust Police Presence Throughout The Island”
The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] said there will be a “robust police presence throughout the island” over the Cup Match holiday weekend. Acting Assistant Commissioner of Police James Howard said, “Well, it is Cup Match time in Bermuda. It is a time to reflect, remember and celebrate Emancipation Day and Mary Prince Day, and who we... Read more of this article
Video: July 27th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Two more coronavirus-related deaths, man arrested in connection with double murder, man charged with murder, $15,000 of jewellery stolen, 42 arrests made over the weekend, Cup Match motorcade from Somerset, Charles Butterfield in martial arts book, Wallpaper Wednesday features 60 Cup Match designs, and 205 new confirmed Covid-19 cases are some of... Read more of this article
Wallpaper Wednesday: 60 Cup Match Designs
This week’s Wallpaper Wednesday features more than 60 Cup Match graphics, all available via our network website BernewsCupMatch.com, utilizing a wide array of themes including Somerset & St George’s colours, plus designs focusing on the very important historical reasons for the holiday. More than 60 free graphics are available to download... Read more of this article
Workforce Development Scholarship Recipients
A brief ceremony was held yesterday [July 25] to recognise the Department of Workforce Development 2022 scholarship recipients. “I am extremely pleased that the Department of Workforce Development was able to provide $350,000 in scholarship funding”, said the Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward, “This investment enabled us... Read more of this article
Opposition Leader’s Cup Match Message
[Opposition Leader Cole Simons' Cup Match message] It’s Cup Match time in Bermuda and there’s no place I’d rather be than right here in beautiful Bermuda. I am a die-hard St. George’s fan, and I have every confidence that St. George’s will be victorious – in Somerset! As the holiday approaches, one can actually feel... Read more of this article
Court: Fourth Man Charged With Murder
A fourth man was charged in Magistrates Court today [July 26] in connection with the murder of Letrae Doeman, who was fatally shot earlier this month. 27-year-old Aaron Perinchief was charged with the murder of Letrae Doeman and with using a firearm to commit the offense. He was not required to enter a plea as the matter must be heard in the Supreme... Read more of this article
Butterfield: Free Course In Money Management
Butterfield is offering a free class in money management and financial literacy to college and university students between the age of 18 and 30. A spokesperson said, “The hour-long Butterfield 101 Money Management Programme will be held virtually at 6pm on Thursday, 4 August, and will be taught by members of the Retail Banking and Consumer Lending... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: July 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
2 Deaths, 205 Positive, 263 Active, 16 In Hospital
The Ministry received 4146 test results — spanning 7 days — and 205 were positive, so there are now 263 active cases, of which 16 people are in hospital, and the Ministry confirmed that the island had recorded two more coronavirus-related deaths, bringing the total to 144 since the pandemic began in 2020. “Unfortunately, Bermuda has had another... Read more of this article
Advisory: Beaches & Parks Over Cup Match
The Government issued an advisory about camping and beaches over the Cup Match holiday, urging people to “help play their part in ensuring that our outdoor spaces are left in a pristine condition. ” Minister of Public Works, Lt/Col David Burch said, “As the annual Cup Match holiday fast approaches, I know that many residents will take... Read more of this article
Multiple Suspects Arrested For Range Of Offences
A 36-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder, two teens were arrested after a physical dispute in Devonshire, a suspect was arrested in connection with the theft of $15,000 worth of jewellery from a hotel room, and a man was arrested in connection with an assault on a party cruise. A police spokesperson said, “This past weekend, several arrests... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Motorcade From Somerset
[Updated with video] HSBC Bermuda held a second Cup Match motorcade today [July 26], greeting onlookers and spreading holiday spirit on a route starting from Somerset and ending in Hamilton. This was the second motorcade held, with yesterday’s event traveling from St. George’s to Hamilton. Today’s motorcade began on Somerset, moving... Read more of this article
