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Devonshire Parish Council Offers Scholarship

Devonshire Parish Council is offering the Devonshire Parish Undergraduate Scholarship, which will be awarded annually and have a maximum value of $5000.00 per annum for undergraduate study at an approved University or College, including Bermuda College. A spokesperson said, “Applicants, who must be Bermudian and have resided in Devonshire Parish... Read more of this article

Meet Miss Devonshire: Cocy-Lynne Simmons

In the eighth of a series of profiles of contestants, Bernews today spotlights Cocy-Lynne Simmons, who is representing Devonshire in the Miss Bermuda Pageant, which will be held on July 6, 2014. Miss Simmons currently attends Warwick Academy and is enrolled in the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program. During the summers, she works by shadowing... Read more of this article

Traffic Diversions In Devonshire [Back To Normal]

[Updated] As of 8.30am this morning [Feb 7], traffic is currently being diverted from the Middle Road, Montpelier Road Devonshire area due to a downed power line, the police said. “BELCO has been notified; however motorists are advised to avoid the area if possible until the situation can be rectified,” a police spokesperson said. Update 10.13am:... Read more of this article

Man Arrested At Lindo’s Market After Scuffle

An incident that took place at Lindo’s Market in Devonshire yesterday [Feb 5] lead to the arrest of one man following suspicious behavior within the market. According to a statement from police, “Around 6.00pm on Wednesday, February 5, police officers responded to a reported incident at Lindo’s Market in Devonshire. “It appears that... Read more of this article

Former Bermuda Educator Publishes Book

A former Bermuda principal has taken what he’s learned about education on the island and around the world in putting pen to paper and publishing “Beyond the Manual: A Realist’s Guide to Independent School Governance,” a book intended to help educators to better prepare themselves for the reality of managing and teaching in independent... Read more of this article

Video: Grainy Footage Of Actual Home Explosion

[Updated] Thanks to a homeowner’s security camera, Bernews has obtained video footage of the actual explosion that rocked an Ariel Sands neighborhood last night. While not exactly the best quality, the video shows the actual point of the explosion, with a large bright orange burst appearing, which was followed by debris flying all through the... Read more of this article

Video/Photo Set #2: Explosion Damages House

[Updated with video] A massive explosion shook Devonshire at around 6.25pm this evening [Oct 16], leaving an Ariel Sands property with significant damage and the surrounding area strewn with debris after sections of the property’s roof, walls and windows were blown off. The Police and Fire Service both confirmed that no one was injured, however... Read more of this article

Photos: Explosion Damages Devonshire Property

[Updated: There was an explosion at an Ariel Sands, Devonshire residence, which caused very significant damage to the property, and also shattered windows of surrounding residences. No one was injured, but a 46 year old woman was treated for shock.] At sometime around 6pm this evening [Oct 16] there was was an incident in the Ariel Sands area of Devonshire,... Read more of this article

Upcoming: Devonshire Community Meeting

The Devonshire Parish Council invites all Devonshire residents to their Annual Community Meeting on Tuesday, September 24th at 6pm at Elliott School Hall. A presentation on Essential Estate Planning Tools by Mr. Hil de Frias, Director, MJM Limited has been arranged there. Refreshments will be served and doors prizes will be offered in that meeting. For... Read more of this article

KBB Clean Up In Devonshire This Saturday

Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] in association with Devonshire Parish Council will be hosting a Clean Up program at Barkers Hill & Vesey Street in Devonshire tomorrow [July 20] from 9am to 12 noon. A spokesperson said, “KBB will supply trash bags, blue recycling bags, gloves, bottled water and snacks. Wear sturdy shoes but not flip flops. Wear... Read more of this article

Devonshire Parish Council Scholarship Deadline

The deadline for the Devonshire Parish Council 2013 Undergraduate and Graduate Scholarship is this Friday. Applicants, who must be Bermudian and have resided in Devonshire Parish for at least 5 years, should submit a completed application form by the deadline of Friday, July 19th, 2013. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. The scholarship will... Read more of this article

Devonshire Parish Council Scholarship Recipients

The Devonshire Parish Council have announced the winners of its 2012 Scholarship and Bursaries. This year’s recipients have demonstrated dedicated community service, achieved academic and personal success and have all expressed a desire to return to Bermuda to contribute to our community with their chosen careers. The 2012 scholarship winner is Ms.... Read more of this article

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