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Dr. Annabel Fountain, endocrinologist and Medical Director of Fountain Health is raising awareness of the use of technology to help people living with diabetes to control their sugars. A spokesperson said, “One of the most significant and rapidly spreading worldwide health issues of the 21st century is diabetes. In Bermuda, the known prevalence of diabetes […]

The latest image in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a pathway at Spittal Pond, with a blue sky and lush greens framing the winding trail. The image 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 […]

Fidelis MGU announced promotions, including three to senior executive roles, with immediate effect. A spokesperson said, “Richard Coulson has been promoted to Deputy Group Chief Underwriting Officer [CUO], remaining in his secondary role as Chief Executive Officer [CEO] of Insurance. He was most recently UK CUO since 2021, overseeing all business written from London and […]

Conor White concluded competing in the IU Health Momentum Indy which was a two-day cycling celebration of bike races, in downtown Indy. White competed in the Men Pro-1 Division, finishing 33rd representing Austin Aviators clocking a time of 1:07:51.4. Tyler Magner clocked a winning time of 1:07:33.8. Related Stories Flannery Competes In Loughborough Cycling Hopkins Continues Competing […]

A 24ft vessel in distress was towed ashore and all three persons onboard the sinking craft were returned safely to Dockyard. A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre spokesperson said, “On Saturday the 19th of August, 01:09 am, Bermuda Radio received a 911 call from a twenty-four foot vessel in distress, with three persons onboard, taking on […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Aug 29] include notification of planning applications registered and acting appointments. List of Proposed Planning Applications Advertised on August 29, 2023 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Notification of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID: GN0730/2023 Public Authorities / Department: Planning Publication date: 29 August 2023 The applications shown […]

“In light of the potential impact of the hurricane, United Airlines and American Airlines have cancelled all flights scheduled for this Wednesday,” Skyport has confirmed. A spokesperson said, “Skyport wishes to inform the public about travel disruptions at LF Wade International Airport [LFWIA] due to anticipated adverse weather conditions resulting from Hurricane Franklin. “Skyport and […]

Ben Smith — who will be the OBA’s candidate for the bye-election in Smith’s South on October 5th – is joining Bernews today [Aug 29] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series. The bye-election was called due to the resignation of Cole Simons, who has held the seat for over two […]

Credora, the lending and credit intelligence infrastructure provider, announced that it has received a Bermuda Class M Digital Asset Business License. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda is a leader in the digital asset space and has a clear regulatory framework for varying types of digital asset businesses. The Class M License provides the optimal environment for […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Donald Treanor claimed gold and bronze medals at the recent Pan American Youth and Veterans Fencing Championships in Montevideo, Uruguay. Treanor, competing in the 60-plus category, won gold in the foil and bronze in the sabre event. In the foil direct elimination round, Treanor defeated Aldo Precciozzi, of the United States, […]

Nine Bermuda golfers have started to compete in the World Amateur Tournament in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, USA. Playing in the women’s gross division Tracy Burgess is T6th after her round of 80, Ann Symonds finds herself T9th after her first round 85 in the women’s senior 60+ division, while Melinda Frith is T28th in the […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda forward Sincere Hall has signed a new one-year contract with a 12-month option with Sky Bet Championship side Hull City. The 19-year-old played predominantly as a winger for the under-21 side in his first year as a professional. He is among several players to have taken up options to extend […]

Daniel Augustus finished 11th on the Moonlight Tour at the West Orange Country Club in Winter Garden, Florida. Augustus shot a round of even par 71 to finish 5 strokes behind the winner Pierre Viallaneix from France. Related Stories Appreciation Dinner For Ocean View Volunteers Augustus Competes In APGA Ascension Classic Newton Continues Optimist Golf […]

The Auto Solutions summer internship programme has provided valuable work experience to two promising young talents – Amari Stewart and Jahkeel Smith. Glen Smith, Managing Director of Auto Solutions said, “We are dedicated to developing young Bermudian talent in the automotive industry and providing hands-on learning opportunities that encourage the advancement of Bermudian professionals in […]

The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] said they are “renewing its appeal for witnesses or anyone with information on that shooting incident at the Caroline Bay Marina, earlier this month.” A police spokesperson said, ”As we indicated then, around 11:13 p.m. on Sunday, August 6th, 2023, police received several reports of gunshots in the Caroline Bay, George’s […]

[Written by Carla Seely] Congratulations! Job well done! You finally did it; you finished your university degree and you’re ready to take on the world! Attending university gives you the education and confidence to dream big and believe anything is possible, and it provides you with the platform to launch yourself into a career. So, where […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda cricketer Dennico Hollis has enjoyed his “best-ever season” as a bowler to help LOC Hire Stenhousemuir finish fourth in the Western Premiership One in Scotland. Hollis, who helped Stenhousemuir gain promotion after winning the Western Division One title last season, claimed 21 wickets at an average of 20.33. The left-arm […]

[Written by Patrick Bean] Bermuda is on the brink of embracing the T20 franchise tournament format, which has rapidly emerged as one of the most lucrative platforms in cricket. The abbreviated version continues to captivate audiences worldwide with its unrelenting entertainment value and next month’s inaugural Bermuda Premier League [BPL] promises to deliver the same. […]

Noting that there is a video clip being circulated “depicting a woman being assaulted by a male outside a business on Queen Street,” the police confirmed they are investigating the matter. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police [BPS] has been made aware of a video clip being circulated on social media, depicting a woman being […]

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 […]

“With the approach of Hurricane Franklin, a Tropical Storm Watch is now in effect for Bermuda,” the Government has advised. Minister of National Security Michael Weeks said, “As we can see by recent activity, hurricane season has intensified, and these next two months will certainly test our readiness, resilience, and resolve. “While we are closely […]

Government House and the Cabinet Office confirmed “UK Government approval for the Government of Bermuda to advance the development of links between Bermuda and the Middle East Region.” A spokesperson said, “Minister for Americas and the Caribbean, David Rutley MP, has confirmed that Bermuda’s Middle East Advisor is authorized by the UK Government to promote […]

The Bermuda triathlon team excelled at the 5th annual Carifta Triathlon and Aquathlon Championships in the Bahamas, winning a total of eight medals, five golds, two silvers and a bronze. A spokesperson said, “The male triathletes showed their dominance in the region with a clean sweep of gold medals in all the age groups. “Jamie […]

Information Commissioner Gitanjali Gutierrez issued Decision 24/2023 in regards to the Ministry of Education Headquarters. A spokesperson said, “On 21 August 2023, Information Commissioner Gitanjali Gutierrez issued Decision 24/2023, Ministry of Education Headquarters [Ministry Headquarters]. The Applicant had submitted a Public Access to Information [PATI] request to the Ministry Headquarters for all submissions to the […]

More than 150 senior male footballers have switched clubs before the start of the new domestic season. The Bermuda Football Association has today [August 28] announced the players on the move in the first release period [May 1 to July 15]. A total of 78 Premier Division players will head to new teams, while 76 […]

Tuesday, August 29 is expected to see sunny breaks, chance of a few showers, with the high to be near 30°C/86°F and the low to be near 27°C/80°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 84%. Sunrise will be at 6.52am and sunset […]

The police have identified the victim of this morning’s [Aug 28] road traffic collision as 54-year-old Treadwell Kirkland Butterfield, marking the twelfth road fatality of 2023. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the identity of the victim in this morning’s fatal road traffic collision as 54-year-old Treadwell Kirkland Butterfield. “Mr. […]

[Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [Aug 28], with the list indicating that there are eight bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.10pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 8 runs cancelled this morning, 46 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]

At the Nappanee Raceway in Indiana, Candyce Martins competed in the International Trotting & Pacing Association’s 2023 ITPA Stakes races. Martins in the bike of MI’s Where’s the Party, clocked a winning time of 1:00&1 competing in the 1:06 & Faster Time Bar Class Heat 1. This time equaled the World Record time the pair […]

Registration is now re-open for the Clarien Iron Kids Triathlon and Carnival which will be held on September 16 at Clearwater Beach. A spokesperson said, “The race is on for the 33rd Annual Clarien Iron Kids Triathlon and Carnival! Previously postponed due to inclement weather, the event will now occur on Saturday, September 16 at […]

The Minister of Health “encourages parents to register their children [ages 4-18yr] who have asthma on the 2023/2024 Bermuda Student Asthma Registry.” A Government spokesperson said, “A student with asthma needs to be added to the registry every year, as their health, school, address, contact details, etc. may have changed. If your child has asthma, […]

The Orange Route Ferry service is suspended until further notice due to a “mechanical issue with the bow loading ramp at Hunter’s Wharf.” A Government spokesperson said, “As of today, Monday, 28 August 2023, the Orange Route Ferry [St. George’s] is temporarily suspended until further notice. The suspension results from a mechanical issue with the […]

Bermudian footballers Zeiko Lewis, Djair Parfitt-Williams, and Nathan Trott were recently in action overseas. Zeiko Lewis Zeiko Lewis and his teammates played to a 2 – 0 defeat as Republic FC fell to Orange County SC at Hughes Stadium. Djair Parfitt-Williams Djair Parfitt-Williams and his Ilves FC teammates lost 2 – 0 to the Finnish […]

Bermuda’s National Mountain Bike Champion Robin Horsfield is the top ranked mountain biker in the province of Ontario for 2023. A spokesperson said, “The result comes after a campaign that included Horsfield’s first time on the top step of the podium at the provincial level at O-Cup #3 Sudbury in late July. It also included […]

Conor White took part in the 2023 Momentum Indy Crit in downtown Indianapolis. White competed in the ACC Men Pro-1 Division where he finishing 22nd in a time of 1:09:24.7. Tyler Magner clocked a winning time of 1:09:13.3. Related Stories Flannery Competes In Loughborough Cycling Hopkins Continues Competing In France Narraway Continues Competing In Spain […]

Bailey’s Bay, Somerset Cricket Club, Western Stars, Flatt’s Victoria, Cleveland County, and Warwick Workmen’s Club all recorded victories in this weekend’s Premier and First Division cricket action. Premier Division Baileys Bay Won by 155 Runs: Bailey’s Bay 209/4 Willow Cuts 54/9 At the Somerset Cricket Club, Bailey’s Bay defeated Willow Cuts by 155 runs, batting first Bailey’s […]

Hurricane Franklin remains a ‘potential threat’ to Bermuda and the Bermuda Weather Service “expect to be issuing a Tropical Storm Watch” on Monday [Aug 28]. The BWS said, “After an afternoon chat with the National Hurricane Center, it seems that Franklin’s forecast is becoming a bit more consistent. We now expect to be issuing a […]

Eight Bermudians who participated in the Government’s 6-week global FinTech Education Programme received their certificates of Achievement at a reception held in their honour on August 24th, hosted by the Economic Development Department [EDD]. A spokesperson said, “This ceremony marked the successful culmination of their intensive journey through the EDD’s FinTech Education Programme, which consisted […]

The OBA announced that Ben Smith — a former MP who currently serves in the Senate — will be their candidate for the by-election in Smith’s South on October 5th.  A spokesperson said, “The One Bermuda Alliance is pleased to announce that Ben Smith, JP, has been confirmed as its candidate to run in the October […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Andre Lambe has retained his American Boxing Organisation [ABO] regional welterweight title after defeating Bryan Springs in Cleveland, Texas, last night [August 26]. Lambe was awarded a unanimous points victory after dominating Texan Springs in the six-round bout at the Cleveland Civic Centre to improve his perfect record as a professional […]

The 5th annual CARIFTA Triathlon got underway in Nassau, Bahamas, with Bermuda’s athletes making a strong showing to win five medals on the first day. In the female 11-12 age group division, Sofia LeClerc finished 5th with a time of 24:06, Daisy Langley was 9th clocking 25:57, while Riana Robinson was 12th with a time […]

At the White Hill Field, the Eastern County XI defeated the Western County XI by 107 runs. The Eastern County XI batted first and were bowled out for 262, Jan Johan Nel was the top scorer with 74, Jarryd Richardson added 65, Nel faced 81 balls, hitting 2 fours and 5 sixes, while Richardson faced89 […]

Guadeloupe defeated Bermuda 1-0 in the CFU Girls’ U14 Challenge Series semifinal in Antigua. The organisers said, “Guadeloupe punched their ticket to the Tier II 2023 CFU Girls’ U14 Challenge Series when they defeated Bermuda 1-0 in their semifinal encounter on Saturday at the ABFA Technical Center in St. John’s, Antigua. “Guadeloupe dominated the match, […]

The 2023 Bermuda Pride Parade event was held today [Aug 26] in the City of Hamilton under a theme of “Homecoming.” A spokesperson previously said, “The ‘Homecoming’ theme was chosen after extensive consultation with community members, both at in-person roundtables locally and via global online meetings, to ensure LGBTQ+ Bermudians have a voice in what’ll […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda women’s footballer Keunna Dill has signed for FC United of Manchester Women. Dill, who plays as a full-back or winger, has previously played for Norwich City, Huddersfield Town and Chesham United. She was part of the Bermuda women’s national team that won the gold medal at the NatWest International Island Games […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian footballer Keziah Martin scored his first goal for Boston United in their 2-0 win at home to Warrington Town in the Vanarama National League North today [August 26]. The midfielder netted his side’s second in the 66th minute with a superb left-footed strike from 25 yards. Kelsey Mooney opened the scoring […]

Sunday, August 27 is expected to see sunny periods, increasing cloud and a couple overnight showers, with the high to be near 31°C/87°F and the low to be near 26°C/79°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 77%. Sunrise will be at […]

OUTBermuda held the ‘Pride Prom’ event last night and also presented the first ever Bermuda Pride Icon Awards to the “teams behind three pioneering local organisations that’ve been instrumental in the pursuit of LGBTQ+ equality in Bermuda,” with awards presented to Rock Island Coffee, Two Words & A Comma and the Bermuda National Library. A spokesperson said, “OUTBermuda […]

The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, August 26th. On Sunday the Oleander container ship is expected, on Tuesday the Carnival Magic cruise ship and the Somers Isles container ship will arrive, and on Wednesday the Carnival Legend cruise ship is scheduled to […]

The Bermuda Cricket Board released the names of the players selected for the National team, and the Select team to play in the Bermuda Premier League. Matches will be held on September 6 to 10 at the North Field, National Sports Centre, and White Hill Field. Tickets and 10×10 spots are available through the OnTrack […]