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Caleb Ingham and his La Salle men’s swimming and diving teammates traveled to University City for its first road meet of the season, competing against Drexel going down 226 – 73. Ingham swam the anchor leg for the La Salle men’s 4×50 yard medley relay B team that finished 5th with a time of 1:38.25. […]

As Bermuda’s second annual Art Month draws to a close, the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] “encourages both locals and visitors to take advantage of the ongoing exhibitions and remaining events that have made this celebration of Bermuda’s vibrant culture and creativity such a success.” A spokesperson said, “While October is nearly over, the exhibits at […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Promising footballer De’ari Trott has enjoyed a year to remember after shining at several overseas tournaments for club and country. Trott was the second-youngest player in the Bermuda Under-14 national team at the Caribbean Football Union [CFU] Challenge Series Qualifier in Trinidad and Tobago in August. Starting the first two of […]

The Coast Guard assisted after someone was “stranded on an island off Coopers Island” after a jet ski broke down and then when a boat with two people went to recover the jet ski, the boat also broke down, and the jet ski and boat were towed ashore the following day. A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre […]

HSBC Bank Bermuda’s St. George’s branch is temporarily closed today [Oct 24] due to “flooding on the premises.” A spokesperson said, “Due to the weather the island has experienced over the last 24 hours, the HSBC Bank Bermuda Limited’s St. George’s branch will be closed today as a result of flooding on the premises.” Head […]

Fenty Beauty, Fenty Skin, and Fenty Fragrance will officially launch at 59 Front in Hamilton today [Oct 24]. A spokesperson said, “Fenty Beauty, Fenty Skin, and Fenty Fragrance have officially landed at 59 Front, with the full collection available starting at 4:30 PM on Thursday, October 24, the company announced today. “To celebrate, the line […]

The Bermuda Volleyball Association Men’s National Team Program have started competing in the 2024 ECVA Senior Men’s Championships. Bermuda have been drawn in pool A along with Antigua and Barbuda, Grenada, British Virgin Islands, and Sint Eustatius. The Bermuda men’s team began with a match against Grenada, falling 3 – 1. Bermuda won the first set […]

The City of Hamilton recently updated the Spurling Hill junction and released a video explaining the changes and their benefits. A spokesperson said, “As part of the City of Hamilton’s ongoing initiative to modernize traffic signals and improve road layouts throughout Hamilton, the City recently implemented several changes at the Spurling Hill junction. “To keep […]

Ignite Bermuda hosted nearly 100 entrepreneurs and community leaders at the Re-Ignite 2024 Conference on October 18, offering valuable insights and strategies for navigating business challenges. A spokesperson said, “Ignite Bermuda welcomed close to 100 entrepreneurs, community leaders, and sponsors at the Re-Ignite 2024 Conference at Fairmont Hamilton Princess on Friday, October 18. It was […]

Bermuda is set to face the Dominican Republic and Antigua & Barbuda next month as part of the Concacaf Nations League. A spokesperson said, “Concacaf has confirmed the schedule, venues, and kickoff times for the 2024/25 Concacaf Nations League matches that will take place during the November 2024 FIFA Match Window. “The tournament’s 32 final […]

Second spring senior bowling league action at the Warwick Lanes saw the Blue Angels defeat the Star Lites 3 – 1, the Last Pin and New Comers draw 2 – 2, while the Islanders defeated the Pinsplitters 3 – 1. Men Handicap Game: McNeil Simmons 233 Willoughby Tucker 231 Teddy Swainson 229 Handicap Series: Teddy […]

Bristol City striker Nahki Wells has been named in the Sky Bet Championship Team of the Week after scoring twice in his side’s 2-2 draw away to Stoke City on Tuesday [October 22]. The Bermudian scored twice in quick succession early in the second half, securing a hard-earned point for his side. Now with three […]

Kenni Thompson produced a superb second-half performance in AFC Bournemouth Women’s 4-2 win at home to Arsenal Under-21 Women in a friendly match yesterday [October 23]. The Bermuda women’s national team winger came on at half-time with the score at 1-1. She created her side’s second goal to make it 2-2, crossing for Alisha Buckingham […]

It was a two race night for Kiwon Waldron at the Harrah’s Hoosier Park in Indiana. In his first race of the night in race 1 the pace class, Waldron in the bike of Levitating finished fourth in a time of 1:56&2. After hanging around for the rest of the night to compete in the […]

October 23 saw 68 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $348.25 BD. 33 shares were traded by Devonshire Industries Ltd, closing even at $5.30 per share, while another 35 shares were traded by Bermuda Press [Holdings] Ltd, closing even at $7.50 per share. The BSX finished at 2,553.20, even on the day. […]

Andrew Armstrong and his University of Dayton men’s soccer teammates traveled to St. Bonaventure University and claimed a 2 – 1 victory. Armstrong broke past the Bonaventure back line and scored the opening goal in the 10th minute. St. Bonaventure University managed to tie the game up in the 21st minute after an own goal. […]

The Premier of Nevis, Mark Brantley, will host a Town Hall meeting on a trip to Bermuda this Friday [Oct 25] from 4.00pm to 7.00pm at Christ Anglican Church Hall. A spokesperson said, “The Premier of Nevis, the Hon. Mark Brantley will host a Town Hall meeting on a trip to Bermuda this Friday. “The […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] DaeNyce “Keile” Rabain fondly recalls her lunchtimes at Elliott Primary School in Devonshire expressing herself through artistic endeavours. For Ms Rabain, art classes at school were never long enough. Now 26, she has not stopped creating since. Through her art-based business, Art by Keile, she explores the beauty of everyday life, […]

The City of Hamilton, in conjunction with the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club, donated unused food from the canceled Taste of Bermuda events to the charity HOME. A spokesperson said, “Following the weather-related cancellation of Taste of Bermuda’s City Hall All-White Ball, the City of Hamilton, in conjunction with the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club, […]

Randy Rochester, CEO of Polaris Holding Company Ltd, recently attended the 54th Annual General Meeting, Conference and Exhibition of the Caribbean Shipping Association [CSA]. A spokesperson said, “The Chief Executive Officer of Polaris Holding Company Ltd, Mr. Randy Rochester, recently attended the 54th Annual General Meeting, Conference and Exhibition of the Caribbean Shipping Association [CSA] […]

Businesses are encouraged to partner with the Department of Workforce Development to offer summer jobs for youth participating in the Youth Employment Programmes. A Government spokesperson said, “All businesses are encouraged to partner with the Department of Workforce Development to support the development of our youth and Bermuda’s workforce by providing summer employment opportunities for […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Oct 23] include professional engineers registration, public notification, boards appointments and acting appointments. Professional Registration, Engineers: Jackson Chin Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Professional Engineers Registration Notice ID: GN0972/2024 Public Authorities / Department: Registry General Publication date: 23 October, 2024 The Professional Engineers Registration Act, 1972. Pursuant to […]

Thursday, October 24 is expected to see sunny periods with a few showers, easing later, with the high to be near 26°C/79°F and the low to be near 22°C/72°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be west. The relative humidity is expected to be near 82%. Sunrise will be at 7.30am […]

Bermuda Island Games hosted its 3rd Annual Video Game Design Challenge, where participants showcased their creativity and entrepreneurial skills by designing video games. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Island Games held their annual Video Game Design Challenge over the weekend, to see which group could come up with the best video game idea. “The theme this […]

The Department of Consumer Affairs is advising the public that it experienced a temporary disruption in internet and phone services. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Consumer Affairs is experiencing a temporary disruption to internet and phone services. Customers are encouraged to visit the D. Rego Building, 3rd Floor, 75 Raid Street Hamilton office […]

Due to the winds today [Oct 23] the St. George’s Ferry is suspended. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Marine and Ports Services advised that due to the increasing winds today from the east- southeasterly 20-30 knots and at times with gusts to 40-45 knots according to the Bermuda Marine forecast, the St. George’s […]

Minister of Education Diallo Rabain is holding a press conference today [Oct 23] to update on the funding allocated to the Ministry as a result of the mid-year budget funding, and you can tune in and watch live below. Update: The live broadcast has concluded and the replay is below Related Stories Video: Minister On […]

Bermudian brothers Sebastian and Michael Madeiros, along with Reza and Heris Ziai, helped St. Andrew’s College win the CAIS Championship, with Sebastian named MVP. A spokesperson said, “Two sets of brothers from Bermuda played key roles in securing the Canadian Accredited Independent Schools [CAIS] Division 1 Senior Boys National Championship for St. Andrew’s College this […]

The Bermuda national pickleball team took part in the Pickleball World Cup opening ceremony in Lima, Peru, yesterday [October 22]. Athletes from the Pickleball Association of Bermuda [PAB] will compete in the Open Elite Men’s Division, Junior Division, Women’s Division, Senior Men’s Division and Senior Women’s Division. Bermuda will compete against 27 nations in the […]

Nahki Wells has hailed his team-mates’ resilience and unity after staging a dramatic comeback to draw 2-2 away to Stoke City in the Sky Bet Championship yesterday [October 22]. The Bermuda striker scored twice in quick succession early in the second half, securing a hard-earned point for his side. The 34-year-old, now with three goals […]

The Department of Transportation is advising the public of a social media scam “promoting a three-month smart pass” for the bus and ferry. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Public Transportation advises that an advertisement promoting a three-month smart pass has been circulating on various social media platforms. “Please be aware that this is […]

Today’s workshop is about equipping each of you with the tools and strategies to create meaningful, lasting connections—connections that help our young people feel valued, understood, and empowered,” said Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors Tinee Furbert, at the second Parent, Educator, and Youth Worker Workshop held on Saturday, October 19th at Willowbank. A […]

The 2024 Bermuda IOM National & Open Championships took place at Stocks Bay, St. George’s with Adam Barbosa winning the series. Barbosa won 8 races to be crowned champion with 26 net points, Barbosa also recorded 9 second place finishes in the regatta. Heath Foggo finished in second place with a net point score of […]

At the BAA field, the Southampton Rangers picked up their first win of the season defeating Robin Hood 2 – 0. Dominique Hill gave the Southampton Rangers the lead in the 16th minute, and then in the 54th minute Nacori Smith doubled the Southampton Rangers lead to earn them the win. Related Stories Caleb McDowall […]

The Ocean View Golf Course was the scene for day two of the ICS Tires Cobra Puma junior championships, where 23 of Bermuda’s future golf stars returned to battle it out. The boys 14-16 age group division saw Arman Newton crowned the champion following an impressive second round 4-over par 74, to finish at 7-over […]

The Bermuda Netball Association’s senior league season got underway with the North Village Lady Rams defeating the St. George’s Lady Colts 51 – 24. Darrika Simons led the North Village Lady Rams to victory with 29 goals, Jordyn Morris added 14 goals, and Coriah Simmons scored 8 goals, their best attacker was Taahira Butterfield, their […]

In the lone Bermuda ball hockey winter league match at the PCC Hockey Rink ACT edged the Positive Image Dental 4 – 3. ACT got 2 goals off the stick of Mike Travis, while Chris Cairns, and John King both added a goal each. The Positive Image Dental got single strikes from Shane Matchett, Matt […]

Around 30 athletes are expected to compete in the Bermuda Open Wushu Championships at Whitney Institute Middle School next month. Local athletes Cole Durham, Che Beane, and Kaelin Cox are slated to participate in wushu sanda [Chinese kickboxing], along with junior competitors Enzi Johnston, Muryah Swan, and Geraldine Sidders. In addition, Talia Iris and Cox […]

[Column written by Patrice Horner] The earth has entered the Anthropocene Age, where humans have impacted all parts of planet and exceeded the global boundaries of what can support biodiversity and the climate. This year’s ILS Convergence Conference in Bermuda last week brought a battery of climate and insurance expertise to the island. Bermuda is […]

Four Bermuda players helped Thomas College secure a 1 – 1 draw against the Husson University Eagles. Cody Robinson, Isaiah Francis, Tre Burgess, and Joshua Joseph all played a part in the match. Thomas College got off to a fantastic start, as a corner kick from Joseph found the head of Adam Elkott, who flicked […]

The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a mesmerizing underwater scene, depicting ‘Bermuda’. The design is available in two sizes; a Facebook profile cover image and also in a vertical format, ideally sized for use as a mobile phone wallpaper, WhatsApp status image or Instagram story. You can download both sizes below, […]

October 22 saw 681 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $ 25,194.15 BD. 681 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing down 3.8% at $37.05 per share. The BSX finished at 2,553.20, down 2.96% on the day. There were 0 advances, 1 decline, and 51 remained unchanged. The full […]

[Updated] The Bermuda national women’s volleyball team – who won four of their five matches to advance to the finals– is matching up against St Lucia this evening [Oct 21] in the ECVA Women’s Volleyball Championships gold medal match, and you can tune in and watch live below. Related Stories Video: National Volleyball Team Travel Overseas […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Oct 22] include permanent resident certificate, Bermudian status, notification of planning applications registered, striking off and acting appointments. Permanent Resident’s Certificate – PRC 31B Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Permanent Resident Certificate – PRC 31B Notice ID: GN0966/2024 Public Authorities / Department: Immigration Publication date: 22 October, 2024 Notice […]

The MarketPlace said they are “proud to announce the continued success and expansion of its innovative Pathways to Leadership Programme.” A spokesperson said, “Launched in 2021, this comprehensive initiative demonstrates The MarketPlace’s unwavering commitment to fostering local talent and developing the next generation of Bermudian retail leaders. Seth Stutzman, President of The MarketPlace group of […]

Nahki Wells scored two goals in quick succession to earn Bristol City a 2-2 draw away to Stoke City in the Sky Bet Championship today [October 22]. Stoke led 2-0 at half-time thanks to goals from Lewis Koumas and Andrew Moran before Wells struck from close range in the 50th and 52nd minutes. The Bermuda […]

The Bermuda Weather Service radar remains offline due to a “technical fault” with the Bermuda Airport Authority’s technicians working closely with manufacturer Leonardo Germany GmbH to resolve the issue. A Bermuda Airport Authority [BAA] spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Weather Service [www.weather.bm] weather radar remains unavailable due to a technical fault. “The weather radar went offline […]

The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited today announced financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2024. A spokesperson said, “Net income for the third quarter of 2024 was $52.7 million, or $1.16 per diluted common share, compared to net income of $50.6 million, or $1.09 per diluted common share, for the previous quarter […]

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 […]

The Ministry of Public Works wishes to inform the motoring public that “the road closure at Stokes Point Bridge bend on St. David’s Road in St. George’s Parish will continue through Thursday, 31 October 2024. A Government spokesperson said, “This extension is necessary to complete the ongoing wall reconstruction and road improvement works in the […]