our

Court: 37-Year-Old Man Denies Sexual Assault

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 05 Mar 2019 19:35:34 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess] A 37-year-old man denied a charge of serious sexual assault. The man, who cannot be named at this stage for legal reasons, also pleaded not guilty to trespassing. The offences are alleged to have occurred on September 6, 2018. His trial is scheduled for June 10, 2019. Related Stories Court: Man Charged […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

Court: 27-Year-Old Man Denies Sexual Assault

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 12 Mar 2019 10:01:49 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess] A 27-year-old man denied a count of sexual assault that allegedly occurred last month. The man, who cannot be named at this stage for legal reasons, is accused of sexually assaulting a woman on February 14, 2019 in Southampton, and he is also charged with sexually assaulting the same woman on […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

Court: Man Denies Charge Of Sexual Assault

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 28 Mar 2019 19:02:13 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess] Appearing in Magistrates Court today [March 28], a man pleaded not guilty to sexual assault. The man, who is a police officer, cannot be named at this stage for legal reasons. The assault is alleged to have occurred on December 5, 2018, in Pembroke. The man was granted $5,000 bail, and his […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

Court: Pernell Brangman Guilty Of Sex Offences

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sat, 13 Apr 2019 00:52:27 +0000

A Supreme Court jury unanimously found Pernell Brangman guilty of sexual offenses against a young girl in the late 1990s. Brangman, who is in his early 50s, was found guilty on all three counts of sexual exploitation and having unlawful carnal knowledge of a 10-year-old girl between 1997 and 1998, ZBM has reported. Screenshot courtesy […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

Court: 60-Year-Old Man Denies Sexual Assault

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 09 May 2019 22:28:28 +0000

Appearing in Magistrates Court today [May 9], a Sandys man was charged with sexual assault. The 60-year-old man, who cannot be named at this stage for legal reasons, denied intruding on the privacy of a woman and sexually assaulting the same woman. The defendant was ordered to have no contact with the complainant and was […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

Court: Man Denies Charge Of Sexual Assault

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 01 Jul 2019 23:06:49 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess] A Southampton parish man was remanded into custody after pleading not guilty to a sexual assault that is alleged to have occurred during an armed robbery at Blue Hole Park on June 16. The 42-year-old man — who cannot be named at this stage for legal reasons — did plead guilty […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

Photos: Fourth Winter Lionfish Derby A Success

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sat, 17 Feb 2018 13:44:54 +0000

The fourth Winter Lionfish Derby, sponsored by Conyers Imports was held from January 1 through January 31, with a wrap-up party and awards ceremony taking place at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] recently. A spokesperson said, “Here’s a few things about the very successful winter Lionfish Derby. For starters, we had 60 people registered […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

Light Tackle Tournament Set For June 23 & 24

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 04 Jun 2018 23:00:11 +0000

Bermuda’s International Light Tackle Tournament [ILTT] is set to see its 51st iteration take place on June 23 and June 24. A spokesperson said, “In 2018 we’ll have a slightly modified format and two cornerstone sponsors, International Financial Planning and Crisson Jewellers. “This year the ILTT will be fished over two days on the weekend […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

Annual Junior Fishing Tournament On August 19

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 14 Aug 2018 11:50:04 +0000

The Bermuda Anglers Club Annual Junior Fishing Tournament will be held on Sunday [Aug 19] and is open to any boys and girls under the age of 17. It is free to enter and fishing starts at 8.30am. Prizes are up for grabs in several categories for boys and girls, which include fishing from the […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

Photos & Video: Jr. Fishing Tournament Weigh-In

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sun, 19 Aug 2018 19:04:56 +0000

[Updated with photos] The Bermuda Anglers Club Junior Fishing Tournament is being held this afternoon [Aug 19] with prizes up for grabs in several categories for boys and girls, which include fishing from the shore or from a boat and using a rod and reel or hand line. After a day of fishing, the young […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

Photos/Video: Makin Waves Lobster Tournament

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 03 Sep 2018 02:48:42 +0000

Makin Waves hosted their 21st official lobster tournament today [Sept 2] with approximately 100 divers taking to the waters around the island. The event was co-sponsored by Goslings, Maui Jim sunglasses and Spar Yard Marine solutions. The heaviest lobster recorded at the event was 9 lbs 8 oz. The 13-minute live video replay is below: […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

2019 International Light Tackle Tournament

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 19 Jun 2019 10:41:37 +0000

The International Light Tackle Tournament [ILTT] is back in 2019 for the 52nd running of this popular event. Six teams have already registered – two from the United States and four from Bermuda — ready to challenge for the right to represent the ILTT at the Offshore World Championship in Costa Rica next year. One […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

International Light Tackle Tournament Results

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 27 Jun 2019 19:13:48 +0000

Inclement weather and seaweed made for challenging conditions for the 52nd International Light Tackle Tournament [ILTT], held as a single day event on Sunday, June 23. A spokesperson said, “Originally scheduled as a two-day tournament, fishing on Saturday had to be cancelled due to high seas. “Ultimately ‘Philly For Rum,’ representing the United States and […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

Photos: Robinson’s Fishing Tournament

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 02 Jul 2019 13:31:29 +0000

After a four year absence, the Robinson’s Marina Fishing Tournament was held on Sunday [June 30] with the tournament being deemed a success. A spokesperson said, “This community-based fishing tournament had previously run for 10 consecutive years. The weather on Sunday was very complimentary and ensured a high participation level with the ability to enter into […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

Heatwave Lionfish Tournament On August 18

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 05 Jul 2019 12:20:37 +0000

The Bermuda Lionfish Task Force and Blue Water Divers & Watersports are getting set to present the Heatwave Lionfish Tournament Sunday, August 18 from 6.00am to 3.00pm, with the weigh-in being held from 3.00pm to 6.00pm at Robinson’s Marina, Somerset Bridge. A spokesperson said, “It’s summertime; in August, the water temperatures are as hot as […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

Annual Junior Fishing Tournament On Sunday

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 07 Aug 2019 18:13:51 +0000

The Bermuda Anglers Club Annual Junior Fishing Tournament will be held on Sunday [Aug 18] and is open to any boy or girl under the age of 17. It’s free to enter. A spokesperson said, “Fishing starts at 8.30am and every child who has entered the event and who comes to the weigh station west […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

Karting: Bermuda Compete In 24 Hour Endurance

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 01 Apr 2019 14:26:57 +0000

Team Bermuda finished 29th competing in the CRG 24 Hours Endurance Karting Race of Italy 2019, joining teams from China, Italy, Romania, Czech Republic, Germany, Spain, Ecuador, France and Ukraine in the endurance event. The Bermuda team included David Selly, Jordan Fletcher [pit crew], Owen Decosta, David Barbosa, Scott Barnes, Jeff Sousa, Blake Horseman, Marcus […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

Video: AC Endeavour Program Goes ‘Off Grid’

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 10 Nov 2016 13:10:41 +0000

Local company Alternative Energy Systems recently donated 10 solar panels to the America’s Cup Endeavour program, with the installed solar panels not only helping to lower costs and reduce the program’s footprint, but also helping to educate its young participants and ensure that the program continues “well beyond the America’s Cup.” AC Endeavour Community Sailing […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

Column: Security Of Our Energy Supply

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 16 May 2018 22:00:30 +0000

[Opinion column written by Nick Hutchings] Further to news coverage of Stratton Hatfield’s recent speech to Hamilton Rotarians about the benefits of energy from the sun and relative to the Regulatory Authority’s public consultation on BELCO’s proposed integrated resource plan [IRP], Part I Any discussion about energy, whether about security of supply, least cost or […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

Column: Security Of Our Energy Supply Part II

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sun, 10 Jun 2018 17:37:38 +0000

[Opinion column written by Nick Hutchings] Further to news coverage of Stratton Hatfield’s recent speech to Hamilton Rotarians about the benefits of energy from the sun and relative to the Regulatory Authority’s public consultation on BELCO’s proposed integrated resource plan [IRP], Part II I finished Part I of this essay by saying hats off to […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

Column: Security Of Our Energy Supply Part III

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 12 Jul 2018 14:28:37 +0000

[Opinion column written by Nick Hutchings] I finished Part II of this essay by asking our decision makers if they believe 97% of climate scientists are correct in their assertion that climate change is, to a very large degree, the result of burning fossil fuel and, if they do, would they also agree that waiting to […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

“High Levels Of Renewable Energy Resources”

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 25 Jul 2019 23:17:40 +0000

The Regulatory Authority launched Bermuda’s Integrated Resource Plan which will use “high levels of renewable energy resources,” with the RA saying the plan includes adding utility-scale solar photovoltaic and wind power via an offshore wind farm. A spokesperson said, “The Regulatory Authority, today announced the launch of Bermuda’s first Integrated Resource Plan [“IRP”], which outlines the […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

Ministry ‘Encouraged’ By IRP Energy Plan

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 26 Jul 2019 14:03:26 +0000

The Ministry of Home Affairs said they are encouraged by the publication of the Regulatory Authority’s Integrated Resource Plan [IRP], which calls for “high levels of renewable energy resources,” with the RA saying the plan includes adding utility-scale solar photovoltaic and wind power via an offshore wind farm. A Ministry spokesperson said, “The Ministry of […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

BE Solar Welcomes Four New Employees

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 18 Dec 2019 18:04:08 +0000

Noting the “growth in the renewable energy industry,” BE Solar recently welcomed new staff, with Paul Gosling, Raphael Knight-Packwood, Jordan Rowse, and Aaron Hooper joining the team. A spokesperson said, “BE Solar, Bermuda’s most established solar energy company, has been focusing on how to achieve its vision of an efficient Bermuda powered by affordable renewable […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

Column: The Life Journey Of Clint Smith

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 31 Dec 2019 14:55:31 +0000

[Column written by Glenn Fubler] I first met Clinton ‘Amos’ Smith as a fellow student at Berkeley Institute, where his mother, Hyacinth Smith, served as school secretary in the early 60s. His teammates from that 1966 championship PHC Juniors Football squad remember how Clint would be in a jokey mood, whether they won or lost […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

African Bermuda Dispersion Cultural Bus Tour

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 20 Jan 2020 16:45:58 +0000

Bermuda minibus group tour company Titan Express, in partnership with the Department of Community and Cultural Affairs, is getting set to present ‘The African Bermuda Dispersion Cultural Bus Tour’ every Saturday in February and March. The tour departs at 10.00am from outside the Visitor Service Center in Hamilton and will visit sites including Cobbs Hills […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

Bahá’í Community Honours Black History Month

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sun, 02 Feb 2020 12:15:09 +0000

The Bermudian Bahá’í Community will honour Black History Month at their First Sunday Gathering at the Bahá’í National Centre 11.15am today. A spokesperson said, “The Bermudian Bahá’í Community will honour Black History Month of February at their First Sunday Gathering at the Bahá’í National Centre on Sunday, 2 February. “The programme will begin at 11:15 […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

City Of Hamilton To Honour George Burt

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 10 Feb 2020 20:52:56 +0000

The City of Hamilton will celebrate the 60th anniversary of the opening of City Hall tomorrow [Feb 11], with the original tools used by George L. Burt, who laid the cornerstone of the building, to be on display. “The cornerstone is the very first stone laid for a building. It is usually in the northeast […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

Column: Honouring Mary Prince On Cup Match

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 11 Feb 2020 11:34:37 +0000

[Opinion column written by Chris Famous] Like many others of my age, we were never taught the full story of Bermudian, Caribbean or African History. We all grew up fully believing, to different degrees, whatever we were taught in school. Basically, European History. Specifically, British History. Fast forward a few decades, we all now have access […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

African Bermuda Cultural Bus Tour In March

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 02 Mar 2020 11:48:29 +0000

Titan Express, in partnership with sponsor Department of Community and Cultural Affairs, is offering ‘The African Bermuda Dispersion Cultural Bus Tour,’ again in March, set to be held every Saturday from 10am – 12pm. The sites being visited are Cobbs Hills Methodist Church, The Enslaved Graveyard at the Rubber Tree, & Sarah “Sally” Bassett sculpture. […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

Photos: 38th Annual Labour Day Banquet

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sat, 31 Aug 2019 12:27:27 +0000

The Bermuda Industrial Union [BIU] hosted the 38th annual Labour Day Banquet tonight [Aug 30] at the Fairmont Southampton. The event started with a cocktail party followed by a dinner where the keynote speaker was Dr. Michael Charles, General Secretary of the Bermuda Union of Teachers. The Bermuda Trade Union Congress [BTUC] will be hosting […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

Video: ‘Living Our Lives’ LGBTQ Documentary

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 16 Sep 2019 17:47:06 +0000

A documentarian visited Bermuda for the island’s first ever Pride Parade and to capture the thoughts and reflections of a cross-section of LGBTQI residents on film during the run-up to the August 31 event. D.L. Perez is currently hosting an online series titled Living Our Lives, intended to present a panoramic view of the LGBTQ […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

Media Lounge Launches ‘Afterhours’ Series

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 22 Jan 2020 12:53:49 +0000

The Media Lounge is getting set to launch a new monthly film series called Afterhours, beginning with a screening of Knives and Skin on Saturday [Jan 25] at 9.00pm. A spokesperson said, “The series presents provocative, controversial and uncompromising films that take an innovative approach to the art of storytelling. These soon-to-be cult and art […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

‘Protecting Our Planet & The Public Purse’

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 10 Mar 2020 17:00:58 +0000

Guy Carpenter has released a new report: Protecting Our Planet & The Public Purse, which highlights how the “risk landscape for public sector entities is changing at an unparalleled rate.” A spokesperson said, “Severe weather events and demographic challenges are putting an increasing strain on government finances, requiring a rethink of how catastrophic events are […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

Earth Hour: ‘Turn Off Unnecessary Lights Tonight’

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sat, 28 Mar 2020 14:27:54 +0000

Due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, Earth Hour activities around the world have taken on a different format, and Greenrock is encouraging all Bermuda residents to turn off any unnecessary lights this evening. A spokesperson said, “As a result of the precautions being taken to limit the potential threats associated with Covid-19, Earth Hour activities around the […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

Climate Wise: Offset Your Carbon Footprint

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 20 Apr 2020 12:56:24 +0000

Climate Wise is working to “engender mass support to change the direction of the planet’s climate crisis” by taking donations and investing them “in projects which make meaningful and certified change to the environment.” A spokesperson said, “Climate Wise announced the launch of an organisation designed to engender mass support to change the direction of […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

Photos: BNA Who’s Who & Fast Five Tournaments

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sun, 02 Feb 2020 13:21:16 +0000

[Updated with photos] The Bermuda Netball Association’s Under 11 Who’s Who Tournament and the Seniors Fast Five Tournament was held at the Bernards Park. Under 11 Who’s Who The youngsters had to pick sticks to see what position they would play. The first game saw Storm Lightning and Storm Thunder end in a tie 2-2 […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

Photos & Results: Futsal Mini-League Week Four

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 02 Mar 2020 12:13:57 +0000

[Updated with photos] Futsal Mini-League action recently resumed inside the CedarBridge Academy gymnasium, with fans witnessing a total of 52 goals during play. Red 4 – Grey 2 Harlem Bean-Fox scored twice to lead the Red team to a 4 – 2 win over the Grey team. Amir Johnson and Rajee Knight added a goal […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

BDA Appoints Four New Board Members

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 07 Feb 2020 17:55:10 +0000

The Bermuda Business Development Agency [BDA] has appointed Susan Pateras, Barclay Simmons, Marc Telemaque, and Leon Thomas to the company’s board of directors A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Business Development Agency [BDA] has appointed four new members to the company’s board of directors. “Joining the board are Susan Pateras, COO of Liberty Specialty Markets; Barclay […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

BILTIR Appoint Natasha Scotland Courcy

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 28 Apr 2020 12:54:52 +0000

Bermuda International Long Term Insurers and Reinsurers [BILTIR] has appointed Natasha Scotland Courcy to its Board of Directors. A spokesperson said, “Mrs Scotland Courcy is Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Co-Chief Operating Officer at Athene Life Re Ltd., a leading global life reinsurer established in 2009. “In addition to her supervisory role over the […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

Elijah Daley Breaks Long & Short Course Records

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 12 Dec 2019 00:00:39 +0000

Elijah Daley recently competed in the Point Claire Invitational Swim Meet in Quebec, hosted by the Pointe Claire Swim Team. The meet was run as a short course meet in the morning and as long course meet for the finals. Daley broke the 13-14 Boy’s age group short course record during the 400 Individual Medley […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

Results: Long Course Swimming Meet At NSC

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sun, 12 Jan 2020 14:17:20 +0000

The Bermuda Amateur Swimming Association hosted a Long Course Carifta Swimming Championships Qualification Meet at the National Sports Center on Saturday. Marleigh Howes reached the qualifying time in the 11-12 Girls 100 LC Meter Freestyle for her second qualifying time for Carifta that makes her eligible for selection. Howes finished second to Imojen Judd who […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

Daleys Break 4 Records In Short Course Meet

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 14 Jan 2020 12:00:31 +0000

Elan and Elijah Daley competed at the AB Short Course Meet held at the Olympium Pool in Etobicoke, Canada hosted by the Etobicoke Swim Club. Elan Daley broke two records during the meet, while Elijah Daley also broke two records. Elan Daley broke the 13-14 Girls 100m Breaststroke Age Group record when she touched the […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

Results: BASA Short Course Swimming Meet

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sun, 26 Jan 2020 15:03:20 +0000

The Bermuda Amateur Swimming Association 2020 Short Course Swimming Series Meet #1 was held at the Saltus pool this weekend. In the Women’s 15 & Over 100 SC Meter Freestyle, Skyler Powell clocked a winning time of 1:01.49, Emma Kittleson was second touching the wall in a time of 1:06.21. Jack Harvey won the Men’s […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

Bermuda Short Course Championships Begin

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 13 Mar 2020 11:19:14 +0000

The Bermuda Amateur Swimming Association’s Short Course Swimming Championships recently got underway at the National Sports Center. Elan Daley won the 13-14 girls 800 SC meter freestyle by touching the wall in a time of 9:02.29, which broke the age group record that was held by Taylor White, who was clocked at 9:26.37 on December […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

Harbour Swimmers Begin BASA Short Course

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 13 Mar 2020 15:46:03 +0000

Harbour swimmers recently began competing at the BASA Short Course Championships at the National Sports Center. A spokesperson said, “Arabella Newport-Derbyshire, Violet Smith and Somers Estwanik swept the Girls 10 and Under 400 Freestyle, with Newport-Derbyshire winning in a time of 5:26.15 “Jacob Wright and Nayland Harris placed first and second in the Boys 10 […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

Photos: Car Crashes Through Harbour Road Wall

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 09 Dec 2016 17:45:15 +0000

[Updated] Emergency services responded to the Harbour Road, Paget area this afternoon [Dec 9] where a car crashed through a wall resulting in the front of the vehicle hanging off the road above Hamilton Harbour. Police have closed the road off diverting traffic away from the scene. Details are limited at this time, however we […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

BELCO Office Hours, Bill Deferment Programme

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 13:28:42 +0000

BELCO announced that its head office on Serpentine Road will be open Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 3.00pm for bill payments, and their bill deferment programme is still in effect. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] today announced that its head office at 27 Serpentine Road will be open Monday to Friday […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

Police Service: ‘We All Need To Do Our Part’

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 16:41:49 +0000

The Bermuda Police Service is urging businesses and patrons to abide by the new regulations in the area of physical distancing and wearing of protective face-masks when shopping. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service has partnered with the Chamber of Commerce to work on ways to help patrons and owners at reopened businesses, […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article

our

RUBiS Service Stations Phase 1 Operating Hours

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 11:23:22 +0000

RUBiS Energy Bermuda provided information about their operating hours during the Island’s Phase 1 reopening, with select sites offering 24-hour refueling for essential service workers. RUBiS also reminds the public that surname shopping does apply to gas stations. As the island and world deals with the Covid-19 pandemic, we are doing our best to provide […]

(Click to read the full article)


Full Article