Hashtag: #NationalHeroesDay
Changes In Garbage Collection Due To Holiday
The Department of Waste Management, Ministry of Public Works, today advised that due to the National Heroes’ holiday — which will be observed on Monday June 15th — west-end garbage will be collected on Wednesday and Thursday June 17th and 18th. East-end garbage will be collected on Tuesday June 16th and Friday June 19th . “Recycling... Read more of this article
Videos: Road Safety Encouraged Over Holiday
[Updated with videos] The Bermuda Road Safety Council is calling on everyone on the island to take care on the roads over the National Heroes Day weekend, with Chairman Carlton Crockwell saying, “let us continue to work together to ensure that we all think, choose, live, and celebrate life long after this festive time is over.” Mr Crockwell... Read more of this article
Imagine Bermuda: ‘Heroic Task Of Fatherhood’
There is no more heroic task than fathers playing a role in the lives of children, Imagine Bermuda said, adding that “while that heroism may not be the kind found in movies, the reality of the courage of fathers, transforms lives.” Glenn Fubler from Imagine Bermuda said, “As we approach National Heroes weekend, we are reminded of the... Read more of this article
National Heroes’ Day Holiday Ferry Schedule
The Ministry of Tourism and Transport released the National Heroes’ Day Holiday ferry schedule. Blue Route Operating on the weekday schedule between Hamilton and Dockyard as of 7:10 am from Hamilton, last departure from Hamilton is 8:30 pm. Orange Route Operating on the Monday schedule between Dockyard & St. George’s as of 9:30 am from Dockyard,... Read more of this article
National Heroes: Gladys Morrell, Sir ET Richards
Gladys Morrell and Sir Edward Trenton “ET” Richards have been named the new National Heroes, Minister of Community, Culture & Sports Patricia Gordon-Pamplin announced today. Minister Gordon-Pamplin said, “Good day to my fellow Bermudians and the residents of this wonderful country that we call home. I am very pleased to announce and... Read more of this article
BEPRO Writing Contest Entry Closes On June 8
With the deadline for submissions for the BEPRO National Heroes Day Writing Competition fast approaching, P6 students island-wide are being encouraged to submit original compositions answering the question, “What does being a Bermudian hero mean to you?” A spokesperson said, “The essay competition has been designed by BEPRO board executives... Read more of this article
BEPRO National Heroes Day Writing Contest
With the deadline for submissions for the BEPRO National Heroes Day Writing Competition fast approaching, P6 students island-wide are being encouraged to submit original compositions answering the question, “What does being a Bermudian hero mean to you?” “The essay competition has been designed by BEPRO board executives to encourage Bermuda... Read more of this article
Premier Dunkley On National Heroes Day
[Written by Premier Michael Dunkley] Our Island home has been blessed with a tradition of men and women committed to selfless public service and whose lives have been spent almost entirely devoted to improving the circumstances of the people. We all have personal heroes, in our families, in our churches and communities. They do good work and we honour... Read more of this article
Minister Scott Emphasizes National Heroes Day
In the House of Assembly today [June 6], Minister of Community, Culture and Sports Wayne Scott spoke about the importance of celebrating National Heroes Day, highlighting Bermuda’s heroes that have been recognized since the holiday’s inception in 2008. Minister Scott said, “As we approach our National Heroes Day public holiday on Monday,... Read more of this article
27 Weekend Arrests: Warrants & DUI
Over the long National Heroes Day weekend, police officers arrested 16 people for outstanding warrants, and arrested 11 people on suspicion of impaired driving. A police spokesperson said, “Around 2:30am on Monday June 18th, police were on mobile patrol along St. David’s Road in St. George’s when they observed an SUV that was travelling erratically.... Read more of this article
Video: Mary Prince Inducted As National Hero
[Updated with video] Premier Paula Cox proclaimed Mary Prince — who was born into slavery in 1788 — as the National Hero for 2012 at an Induction Ceremony held this evening [June 16] at Barr’s Bay Park. The Induction Ceremony was attended by over 200 people, and featured an interpretative dance entitled “A Woman Named Prince”... Read more of this article
Minister: National Heroes Day Induction Ceremony
An account of the life of 2012 National Hero Mary Prince and the agenda for the Induction Ceremony were the spoken about today [June 15] in the House of Assembly by Patrice Minors, Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry. “This is a singularly most significant event that will take place on Saturday 16th June at Barr’s Bay Park beginning at 6:00pm.... Read more of this article
