Hashtag: #NationalHeroesDay
Videos: People Urged To Be Safe Over Holiday
Representatives from the Police, CADA, BHW and BRSC held a press conference today [June 15] where they urged people to keep safe while enjoy the celebrations over the upcoming holiday. Superintendent of Police James Howard said, “National Heroes Day is a time when we reflect on those in our community who have established standards of excellence... Read more of this article
Ferry Schedule For National Heroes Day
The island’s ferry service will run on an altered schedule for the National Heroes Day holiday, with the Government releasing a full schedule. A Government spokesperson said, “For your advisory, on behalf of the Department of Marine and Ports Services, please see below ferry schedule for the National Heroes’ Day Holiday. Blue Route “Operating... Read more of this article
Minister: ‘Sir John’s Contributions Are Legendary’
Minister of Social Development & Sports Sylvan Richards provided an overview of the selection of former Premier Sir John Swan as Bermuda’s newest national hero, saying that “Sir John’s contributions are legendary and he embodies many of the criteria that had been established under the National Heroes Guidelines: Criteria and Selection... Read more of this article
Sir John Swan To Be Inducted As National Hero
Sir John Swan will be formally inducted as Bermuda’s newest national hero, Premier Michael Dunkley announced today, saying that “Sir John’s significant involvement, participation and leadership in the business arena, the world of politics and helping our community make him most worthy of the designation of a National Hero.” Premier Dunkley... Read more of this article
Andrew Bascome Named Hero By 10-Year-Old
Bermuda’s Emerging Professionals [BEPRO] announced the winners of its first-ever National Heroes Day Writing Competition; with Steven Manderson placing first, William Tanglao placing second and Kyle Cash placing third. The competition asked primary six students Island-wide to answer the question, “What does being a Bermudian hero mean to you?”... Read more of this article
Police: Busy Weekend, Few Incidents of Note
The Bermuda Police Service said that the Heroes Weekend holiday was busy with “significant calls for service,” but that there were “few incidents of note,” and thanked the public for their cooperation. Video of the Parade of Bands held over the holiday weekend A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service can... Read more of this article
Seven Videos: Bermuda Heroes Weekend Events
The first ever Bermuda Heroes Weekend took place this past weekend, with the event proving to be quite the success, with thousands of people coming out and enjoying the festivities. The 4-day event kicked off on Friday night with a stage show in Hamilton, which was followed by the early morning J’Ouvert celebrations in Dockyard , the Parade of Bands... Read more of this article
Photos: Bermie Beer Fest At Horseshoe Bay
The holiday weekend continues to see events being held island wide, with Horseshoe Bay Beach the scene of the ‘Bermie Beer Fest’ being held today [June 15]. The event promo said, “Come out and enjoy your day as we rock the beach with some of Bermuda’s most beautiful ladies, awesome DJs and the most lively group of guests you... Read more of this article
Photos: National Heroes Induction Ceremony
[Updated with video] Gladys Morrell and Sir Edward Trenton “ET” Richards were officially inducted as Bermuda’s new National Heroes yesterday [June 14] with Minister of Community, Culture & Sports Patricia Gordon-Pamplin saying, “Our two National Heroes have both made politically and socially significant and profound contributions... Read more of this article
Photos: J’Ouvert Celebrations Held In Dockyard
After beginning with a soca show on Front Street last night [June 12], the inaugural Bermuda Heroes Weekend continued with the J’Ouvert celebrations in Dockyard, which got underway at 3.00am, and saw people party until the sun rose. The name J’ouvert originates from the French term ouvert, meaning day break or morning, and is celebrated in various... Read more of this article
Video: Large Crowds As Heroes Weekend Starts
The Bermuda Heroes Weekend, an inaugural carnival style weekend of events, got underway this evening [June 12] with large crowds making their way to Front Street for the opening night. Tonight’s show is set to feature artists including Kes the Band, Kerwin DuBois, and Lyrikal, with the party scheduled to last until midnight. Bermuda Heroes Weekend... Read more of this article
Extra Ferry Service For Heroes Weekend Events
[Updated] To assist with transportation to the National Heroes’ Day Carnival festivities in Dockyard, the Ferry Bermudian will leave Hamilton at 2am, and will then leave Dockyard at approximately 9:00am. A spokesperson said, “The Department of Marine and Ports would like to advise the public that to assist with transportation to the National... Read more of this article
