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Milan De Meester [Urbano-Vulsteke CT] won the first stage of the Boucle de l’Artois [Elite Nationale], contested over 85.3 kilometers between Saint-Pol-sur-Ternoise and Saulty [Pas-de-Calais]. Bermuda’s Kaden Hopkins competed alongside his Vandee U teammates, finishing 17th in a time of 1:56.40. Alfred George [SCO Dijon-Team Materiel-velo.com] won the second stage of the Boucle de l’Artois [Elite […]

The Bermuda Triathlon Association held a home event, with Jackson Langley and Karen Smith racing to victory. Langley covered the approximate sprint distance of 750m swim, 20K bike, and 4.7K run in a time of 56.11, he clocked 9.23 during the swim, he then clocked a time of 30.09 on the bike, before closing out […]

Kenni Thompson scored in AFC Bournemouth Women’s 7-0 win away to Portishead Town in the FA Women’s National League Division One South West today [March 31]. It was Thompson’s fourth goal since joining the Dorset club from Spanish Liga F outfit Eibar in January. The Bermuda women’s national team winger netted her side’s second goal […]

Talented young footballer Aric Argent experienced overseas competition at the Easter International Cup in Orlando, Florida, this weekend. He represented the Northeast Surf Select 2012 boys team, helping them reach the semi-finals of the tournament before losing to 3-2 to Jupiter United Soccer. Argent plays locally for the Warwick Football Academy Under-11 PSV. Richard Todd, […]

During March 2024, the top 10 ‘most liked’ photos on the Bernews Instagram page included BermudAir’s expansion to Canada Irie 98 Radio Station’s new owners, Conor White & Jessica Lewis being named Athletes of the Year, Women In Reinsurance’s Women’s Day Gala, Leilanni Nesbeth signing a 3-year contract with Chicago Red Stars, the Gombeys, Lindo’s […]

Monday, April 1 is expected to be partly cloudy skies, with the high to be near 22°C/71°F, and the low to be near 19°C/66°F according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be W. The relative humidity is expected to be near 85%. Sunrise will be at 7:06am and sunset will be at […]

A Royal Air Force Airbus recently stopped by the LF Wade Airport. To view all other coverage related to military aircraft, click here. Related Stories Photos & Video: Military Aircraft Visit Bermuda Photos & Video: Various Aircraft Visit Bermuda Photos & Video: Military Aircraft Visit Bermuda Photos & Video: Military Aircraft Visit Bermuda Photos/Video: Military […]

The Ministry of Economy and Labour released the October 2023 Consumer Price Index [CPI] from the Department of Statistics. A Government spokesperson said, “In summary, consumers paid 3.9 per cent more in October 2023 than they did a year ago for the basket of goods and services included in the Consumer Price Index [CPI]. This […]

Footballers in both the Premier Division and First Division were in action this Saturday, with the North Village Rams, PHC Zebras, and Hamilton Parish all earning wins. North Village Rams 3 Somerset Trojans 2 The North Village Rams came from behind to edge the Somerset Trojans 3 – 2. Jalen Harvey gave the North Village […]

Eugenio Smith, Cole Durham, and Bradley DeSilva completed the Appliance Repair Training Program. A Government spokesperson said, “Recently, the Department of Workforce Development celebrated the outstanding achievements of three exceptional individuals for completing an intensive training program, marking a significant milestone in their career journey. “In December 2023, the Department of Workforce Development launched a pioneering […]

Premier David Burt and Kristin Burt hosted the annual Premier’s Easter Egg Hunt on the Cabinet Lawn this weekend. The Government said, “Dozens of little ones descended on the Cabinet Lawn today for the Annual Premier’s Easter Egg Hunt. Hosted by Premier David Burt and Mrs. Kristin Burt, children from government’s pre-schools were treated to […]

Devonshire and Smith’s Parish residents were invited to the PLP’s Easter Fun Day at the Whitney Institute on March 30, featuring food, fun castles, face painting, an Easter Egg Hunt, the Gombeys and more. Related Stories Photos: Annual Premier’s Easter Egg Hunt Photos: Premier Hosts Annual Easter Egg Hunt Photos: Sandys South Hold Easter Egg […]

Premier David Burt delivered an Easter message, saying ‘we wish all who celebrate a blessed and joyous Easter.; Premier Burt said, “This week, our Christian community comes together, united in our faith in God, our gratitude for the sacrifice and resurrection of Jesus Christ, and our hope for forgiveness and redemption. “So many of us […]

Jake Brislane has won Bermuda’s first medal at the Carifta Games at the Kirani James Athletics Stadium in St George’s, Grenada, yesterday [March 30]. Brislane claimed bronze in the under-20 division 1,500 metres, breaking the four-minute barrier for the first time, finishing in 3min 58.83sec. The 19-year-old finished behind Jamaican pair Kemarrio Bygrave [3:58.10] and […]

Bermuda swimmers Connor Hupman and Madelyn Moore captured gold medals on day one of the Carifta Aquatics Championships in Nassau, the Bahamas, yesterday [March 30]. Hupman, 14, claimed victory in the 13-14 boys 50 metres backstroke, dropping 0.71sec off his personal best, finishing in 28.33. Meanwhile, Moore took gold in the girls 18 and over […]

News that Hamilton Princess & Beach Club unveiled their annual Easter display, Dalton E Tucker Primary School held its egg drop competition, Tabata-Ha Shotokan Karate-Do held a kite-making event, and the third annual charitable Kites For Kids event was held were all some of the positive news stories from the past week. In additional good […]

In an effort to provide everyone with a look at the island’s natural beauty each morning, Bernews features a “Photo of the Day” in our email newsletters and on social media seven days a week. Judging by the number of reader’s “likes”, the month’s most popular photos included the fishes at Somerset Bridge, peaceful Foot of the […]

The IQUW Bermuda Open Professional Squash Association 2024 Tournament will see 24 male and 24 female professional squash players grace the island of Bermuda on April 23rd – 27th, 2024. These players will be battling it out at the Bermuda Squash Association Devonshire courts for $24,000 in total prize money and crucial points to boost […]

[Written by Patrick Bean] Overcast skies and intermittent rain showers failed to dampen the radiant atmosphere of the Open Your Heart Foundation’s Good Friday celebration at Warren Simmons Field, where fun, camaraderie and a spirit of love were the order of the day. With vendors providing free offerings of food, drink, fun castles, face painting and […]

The Pembroke Hamilton Club [PHC] held its Good Friday Community Fun Day, featuring “several fun castles for children of all ages, a carnival/fair area for all, kite flying, and so much more.” Good Friday celebrations took place at various locations across the island, and you can view all our photos and coverage of this year, and past […]

St. David’s County Cricket Club hosted their annual Gilbert Lamb Day on Good Friday, with activities including the Grand Prix, games, running races and more. Good Friday celebrations took place at various locations across the island, and you can view all our photos and coverage of this year, and past years’ Good Friday celebrations by clicking here, and watch […]

The Trinity Tripod — the student newspaper of Trinity College in Hartford, Connecticut — has featured an article on Bermuda’s iconic Gombeys. The story said, “Inspired by her ongoing research on the Gombey dance tradition in Bermuda, Visiting Scholar in Residence Dorothea Hast invited four members of the Warwick Gombey Troupe to perform and give […]

[Written by Patrick Bean] Louis Gossett Jr., who became the first Black, male actor to win both an Oscar Award and an Emmy Award died at the age of 87. The New York-born Gossett captured an Emmy in 1978 for his role in the ground-breaking TV mini-series Roots, which was based around late author Alex Haley’s […]

The Hill Valley Community held its yearly Good Friday Fun Day. Good Friday celebrations took place at various locations across the island, and you can view all our photos and coverage of this year, and past years’ Good Friday celebrations by clicking here. Related Stories Slideshow: 9ft Kite Flying At Bermuda College Photos & Video: Walk To Calvary Reenactment […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Boxer Tyler Christopher will make his long-awaited return from injury when he faces Cameroonian Serge Ambomo in Birmingham, England, on May 18. Christopher has not fought since his points victory over Connor Meanwell in Edgbaston, Birmingham, in which he fractured his left hand in October last year. The 27-year-old is scheduled […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian goalkeeper Xavier Thomas-Bassett showcased his potential for the International Development Valencia Under-14 side at the Mediterranean International Cup in Costa Brava, Spain, this week. Thomas-Bassett was selected for the competition, which brings together talented youngsters from around the world, after impressing at an International Development Academy camp at Warwick Academy […]

Rick Wright’s Greenville Triumph continued their unbeaten start to the season after a 3-2 win away to Lexington in the USL League One yesterday [March 29]. The Bermudian coach’s side are top of the standings with two wins and a draw and have also advanced to the second round of the USL Open Cup. Wright […]

Bermudian Shiona Turini has been named one of the Hollywood’s top 25 stylists by Hollywood Reporter. The story said, “It’s been a year — one in which Barbie pink dominated fashion, the box office and the Oscar red carpet, notably on America Ferrera, who glittered in a custom Atelier Versace sheath, courtesy of stylist Karla […]

The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, March 30th. On Sunday the Norwegian Gem cruise ship is expected, on Monday the Oleander container ship will arrive, and on Tuesday the Norwegian Getaway and the Evirma cruise ships are scheduled to arrive. On Wednesday […]

[Written by Anya Thompson] CedarBridge Academy‘s Foreign Languages Department hosted a week-long event called “Embracing Diversity Through Languages” from March 18 to 22, 2024. Staff and students dressed up in clothing inspired by Spanish, Portuguese, and French cultures. The week kicked off with a French twist on Monday. Ms. Antonette Chaplin, a Foreign Languages Teacher, […]

The Ministry of Transport has advised that the Transport Control Department [TCD] “will not calibrate standard taxi meters this weekend due to technical and programming issues encountered by an external contractor.” A Government spokesperson said, “While this weekend’s calibration is postponed, we can assure the public that efforts are underway to rectify the situation, with […]

Madisyn Bobb broke a national junior record that had stood for close to 20 years and also won two events. While competing at the Bo Manor / Harford Tech Meet, Bobb opened her outdoor season by breaking the Bermuda junior record girls hurdles record, finishing second with a time of 15.14, breaking the former record of […]

Crowds of people made their way to Horseshoe Bay Beach today [March 29] to spend the Good Friday holiday enjoying themselves on the popular South Shore beach. We will have additional coverage of Good Friday later on, and in the meantime click here for all our past coverage of Good Friday. Related Stories Photos: Good Friday At Horseshoe Bay Beach Horseshoe […]

The winners of the 11th Charman Prize have been announced, with the Charman Prize Best in Show going to ‘A Colourful Neighbour’ by Nahshon Hollis. A spokesperson said, “The Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art is thrilled to announce the winners of the 11th Charman Prize under the theme ‘The Local Seen – Bermuda, and Bermudians, in the Modern […]

“The war on talent is real for the insurance industry and the lack of diversity, inclusion and equity should be a key focus, Soraya Wright, Amazon’s Global Head of Corporate Risk & Claims, told those attending the recently held Bermuda Risk Summit. A spokesperson said, “Ms Wright, who has more than 30 years of experience […]

Saturday, March 30 is expected to be be windy with a few clouds from time to time, with the high to be near 21°C/69°F, and the low to be near 17°C/63°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WNW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 60%. Sunrise will be […]

Union Omaha — a professional soccer team based in Omaha, Nebraska — announced the signing of Bermuda’s Zeiko Lewis pending league and federation approval. The club’s announcement said, “Union Omaha announced today the signing of Zeiko Lewis pending league and federation approval. Lewis joins after spending the previous five years in the USL Championship, following […]

BermudAir announced that it “has met all requirements with the U.S. Transportation Security Administration [TSA] to participate in the TSA PreCheck programme for its network of routes between Bermuda and the U.S.” A spokesperson said, “With immediate effect, guests flying on BermudAir with eligible TSA PreCheck programme memberships will be able to enjoy streamlined security checks […]

Actors will perform monologues from television shows, movies and plays at Bungalow 56 in Hamilton on Saturday [March 30]. A Monologue Slam, presented by Acting For Film BDA and sponsored by the Bermuda Department of Culture, runs from 8.30 pm to 10 pm. The monologues will be judged by Felix Obas, a filmmaker and director, […]

Alexcie Burrows and her Virginia State University women’s tennis teammates continued their strong start picking up a 4 – 3 win over Winston-Salem State University. Burrows and Jayce Gaither defeated Brooke Higgins, and Iyana Nickens in the number 2 doubles spot 6-0, 6-0. Burrows would then defeat Nickens 7-5, 6-1 in the number 4 singles […]

“The Minister of Health encourages students studying for a career in public health to apply for the Dr. Barbara Ball, Public Health Scholarship,” said Minister of Health Kim Wilson. “This scholarship is designed for individuals passionate about making a difference in Bermuda’s public health field and is awarded annually to Bermudian students with proven financial […]

March 28 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,265.36, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 51 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF], and the full report for the week is available here [PDF]. Related Stories ‘Active And […]

Friday, March 29 is expected to be see partly cloudy; gusty winds in the afternoon, with the high to be near 22°C/71°F, and the low to be near 15°C/59°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be W. The relative humidity is expected to be near 84%. Sunrise will be at 7:10am […]

The Progressive Labour Party [PLP] is holding a press conference this afternoon [March 28] to introduce their candidate for the upcoming C10 bye-election. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update: The PLP has announced that Senator Lindsay Simmons will be their candidate. Related Stories Video: Opposition […]

Ellise Dickinson represented Montverde Academy, while Denver Tucker represented IMG Academy at the FSU relays at the Florida State-Mike long track in Tallahassee, Florida. Tucker finished 2nd in heat 5 of the men’s 100m dash clocking 10.79, which resulted in him finishing 8th overall. Dickinson finished 6th in heat 4 of the women’s 200m clocking […]

BermudAir today announced its “expansion into Canada with direct flights to Toronto, Ontario, and Halifax, Nova Scotia, marking a significant milestone in the airline’s growth.” A spokesperson said, “Starting May 17, the airline will begin operations between Bermuda’s L.F. Wade International Airport [BDA] and Toronto Pearson International Airport [YYZ], with flights to Halifax Stanfield International Airport […]

Hamilton Princess & Beach Club has unveiled their 2024 Easter display.  The display includes a number of bunnies with Easter eggs scattered among them and a small tree in their midst, along with several Bermuda kites, all illuminated by four large glowing egg lights beneath. You can view all our coverage of the Easter holiday by clicking here. Related Stories […]

[Opinion column written by OBA candidate Sophia Tessitore] “What better way could we service future generations in this country than unshackling them from debt?” – OBA Senator Dwayne Robinson on the Government Loans Amendment Act 2024. Echoing the statements of my colleagues in the House of Assembly and the Senate, I would like to share […]

The third annual charitable Kites For Kids event was held at TNT Tatem Field yesterday. A spokesperson previously said, “Kites For Kids is a charitable initiative that is the brainchild of Sunshine After Dark and brought to life through collaboration with The Giveback. This year marks the 3rd anniversary of the annual event which will […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian Toby Madeiros made a triumphant return to action after two months out through injury to win the vault at the recent USA Gymnastics Georgia Men’s State Championship. Madeiros, 15, competed in all six events at Level 7 and also finished runner-up in the high bar in the competition at the […]