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The Bermuda Bicycle Association confirmed that the Sinclair Packwood Memorial race on Bermuda Day will go ahead even if it rains heavily. As the island has been experiencing rainy weather and the cyclists race at fast speeds, we checked with the Association if, by chance, it is raining at race time if that would affect the plans, […]

The heavy rainfall yesterday — which prompted the Government to issue a safety advisory — resulted in some flooding in various areas, most notably in the Bakery Lane area of Pembroke, which is notorious for flooding in heavy rainfall. Related Stories Advisory: Possibility Of Flooding Around Island Photos: Heavy Rainfall Causes Flooding Govt: Rainfall, High […]

Kamau Leverock and his Florida Scorpion teammates remain undefeated in the 3rd edition of the Unity Cup T20 Tournament in Washington DC. Leverock and his teammates moved to 3 & 0 in the tournament after they defeated Khulle Sher by 2 wickets in a low-scoring match. Batting first the Khulle Sher were bowled out for […]

Bermuda’s national men’s bowling team of David Maycock, Lamar Richardson, Dennis Joell, Dayvon Tucker, Blake Raynor, and Jamel Bean continued competing in the Men’s Pan American Championships in the Dominican Republic, with the second day of the competition seeing the players play doubles. Maycock and Richardson teamed up to finish 23rd with a combined score of […]

A pitch competition set to be held in September will award five entrepreneurs up to $25,000 each. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] has entered into a multi-year partnership with the Global Atlantic Re foundation to provide BEDC Program participants with capital grants up to $150,000 a year. “These grants will be […]

The ‘Fastest Kid on the Rock’ – which was held on the weekend as the USATF Bermuda Grand Prix – saw some of the island’s top young athletes in action. Related Stories Photos: 2023 USATF Bermuda Grand Prix Event Photos: Runners Compete At CARIFTA Qualifier Photos: CUT Student Athletic Championships Photos, Results: BNAA National Championships Photos & […]

May 24 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,125.12, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 66 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories ‘Active And Significant Year For The BSX’ BSX To Host World Federation Meeting […]

TABS Bermuda has launched prints designed by Avarie Graham, with the Bermuda Zoological Society set to receive part proceeds from the sale of the collection. A spokesperson said, “This year, the brand’s focus is raising awareness of our island’s endangered and endemic species; both on land and in our ocean. “Spring Island, the first print […]

The Bermuda Carnival team has “curated an extraordinary lineup of events and live entertainment that will captivate attendees throughout the entire five-day extravaganza” in June, the organisers said. A spokesperson said, “Get ready for the highly anticipated Carnival in Bermuda as the island gears up for a vibrant celebration embracing our Caribbean culture from June […]

Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] is celebrating National CPR and AED Awareness Week the first week of June with CPR courses for the public. A spokesperson said, “A cardiac arrest can happen anywhere. Would you know how to help? “Immediate intervention with cardiopulmonary resuscitation [CPR] can double, even triple, a victim’s chance of survival,” said Kelly Pitcher, […]

The Department of Culture has announced this year’s Grand Marshals, with Dr. Duranda Greene, Gavin “Djata” Smith, Christie Hunter Arscott, Milton Raposo, Ras Mykkal and the late Choy Aming Sr all receiving the recognition. A Government spokesperson said, “Today the Department of Culture formally shared the Grand Marshals of this year’s Bermuda Day Parade. This […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Former Bermuda batter David Hemp has been appointed as head and batting coach of the Bangladesh High-Performance cricket team on a two-year deal. Hemp, who represented Bermuda at the ICC World Cup in the West Indies in 2007, served as head coach of the Pakistan women’s team from 2020 to 2022. The […]

“To honour Bermuda’s Foster Parents, the Department of Child & Family Services [DCFS] held an Appreciation Tea on Sunday, May 21, 2023, at the Royal Hamilton Amateur Dinghy Club,” said Selena Simons, Foster Care Coordinator at the Department of Child of Family Services. Mrs Simons said, “All foster parents and respite caregivers received Appreciation Certificates, […]

The Department of Public Transportation [DPT] advised that “due to the extensive road closures required for the Bermuda Day Half-Marathon Derby, associated races and the Bermuda Day Parade festivities, bus service will begin at 10:30 am on Bermuda Day, Friday, May 26, 2023, on the holiday schedule.” A Government spokesperson said, “Due to the day’s […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda forward Kole Hall has signed a new contract at Vanarama National League North side Chester. The 24-year-old, who joined Chester last summer from National League side Altrincham, made 32 appearances this season, notching seven goals and four assists. Chester finished third in the table to reach the play-offs, losing 1-0 […]

Somersfield Academy claimed the top two spots in all categories at the Bermuda School Sports Federations Senior Girls Badminton tournament held at the Somersfield Academy Gym. All four Under 16 Somersfield players made it to the Semi-Finals. Emma Allington would eventually finish on top after upsetting top seed Robin-Valana Pearman 11-6 in the final. Allington […]

Junior Minister of Public Works Senator Leslie Robinson provided an update on the status of one of the initiatives of the Water and Wastewater Master Plan Implementation – the establishment of Regulatory Oversight for the Water Utility Sector today [May 24] in the Senate. The Junior Minister’s full statement follows below: Madam President, outlined in the […]

Butterfield has postponed its planned open house at the reopened Front Street Banking Centre due to bad weather. A spokesperson said, “Instead, the public is invited to come along next Wednesday, 31 May, between 7-9pm to mark the building’s 100th anniversary and view original artworks by 17 Bermudian artists.” Shawnette Griffin, Butterfield’s Head of Retail […]

Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban represented Bermuda at the 6th UK Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies [UKOT/CD] Environment Ministers’ Council. A Government spokesperson said, “Held virtually on 18 May, the meeting included 31 environment ministers or equivalent representatives from UKOT/CD discussing critical environmental matters. “Territories discussed the draft request for an advisory opinion of […]

Three superyachts recently paid a visit to Bermuda, including the 151-foot long Constance, the 187-foot long Liberty, and the 196-foot long Jamaica Bay. The Yacht Charter Fleet website said, “The 46.3m/151’11″ motor yacht ‘Constance’ [ex. Paminusch] was built by Feadship in the Netherlands at their Aalsmeer shipyard. Her interior is styled by design house Glade […]

Bermuda’s national men’s bowling team of David Maycock, Lamar Richardson, Dennis Joell, Dayvon Tucker, Blake Raynor, and Jamel Bean started competing in the Men’s Pan American Championships in the Dominican Republic. Maycock had the best day of the Bermuda players in the men’s singles finishing 6th with a six-game total pin count of 1,354. Maycock’s […]

Suzanne Johnson, Senior Advisor, United Nations [UN] Global Compact Ocean Stewardship Coalition, is the latest addition to the list of speakers at the second annual Bermuda Climate Summit, presented by the Bermuda Business Development Agency [BDA], in partnership with KBRA. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda’s Deputy Premier, The Hon. Walter Roban, JP, MP, will open the […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Former island resident Dennis Mbelenzi believes three-times champion Lamont Marshall is the man to beat in the Bermuda Half-Marathon Derby on Friday [May 26]. With Chris Estwanik, an eight-times winner, opting not to defend his title, a new men’s champion will be crowned this year, with Mbelenzi expected to be among the […]

This year’s Bermuda Day parade has “approximately a 40% increase in participant numbers when compared with the 37 entries we had last year,” Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport Senator Owen Darrell said. “This year’s Bermuda Day and Heritage Month theme is ‘A Bermudian Renaissance,” the Minister said today [May 24] in the Senate. “We […]

The Bermuda Island Games Tennis Teams have been released, with this being the maiden event for Bermuda’s number 1 male and female with Tariq Simons and Shelby Madeiros making their debut. Simons will lead the men’s singles attack, and Madeiros will lead the women’s single attack and mixed doubles with Gavin Manders. It will also […]

AM Best said that the ratings of RenaissanceRe Holdings Ltd. ”are unchanged” following the announcement it has entered into an agreement to acquire the treaty reinsurance business of American International Group. A statement from the ratings agency said, “The business to be acquired by RenaissanceRe includes Validus Reinsurance Ltd. and its consolidated subsidiaries; AlphaCat Managers Ltd. […]

Seventeen participants from Government, local financial institutions and the Bermuda Economic Development Corporation are “now trained in gender lens investing and public financing policies and instruments for Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment in Bermuda,” according to the UN Women MCO – Caribbean. Tinée Furbert, Minister of Social Development and Seniors; Ms Denise E Antonio, Resident […]

The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a Bermuda Day theme featuring a Gombey in full regalia. For extensive coverage of Bermuda Day over the years – including over 6,000 photos and videos, history, unique graphics, and much more – visit our website BDADay.com, the island’s most comprehensive resource on the Bermuda Day holiday. The design is available in […]

The TLC Group of Companies UK Ltd. said they are “now offering MyCISO, a revolutionary security management platform, to the Bermuda market.” A spokesperson said, “The TLC Group of Companies UK Ltd. is excited to announce the addition of MyCISO to its portfolio of technology solutions for organizations in Bermuda. MyCISO is a powerful security […]

Wednesday, May 24 is expected to see cloudy & wet, chance thunder, then trending drier overnight, with the high to be near 24°C/75°F and the low to be near 21°C/70°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be south. The relative humidity is expected to be near 91%. Sunrise will be at […]

Minister of Social Development and Seniors Tinee Furbert applauded the efforts of Salvation Army in bringing the ‘Come to the Well’ programme to fruition. “On behalf of the Government of Bermuda, I applaud the Salvation Army, facilitators, participants, and everyone involved in bringing this milestone to fruition. It is always inspiring to hear of initiatives, […]

Hundreds of students from across the island enjoyed an insight on the science of conservation genetics as members of staff from CariGenetics carried out their first school tour recently. A spokesperson said, “CariGenetics is committed to engaging with the community. This is key to the ethos of our company and holding a tour within the […]

BF&M marked their 120th anniversary by hosting a special Customer Appreciation Day event on May 19th outside its office. A spokesperson said, “The event aimed to demonstrate appreciation for their customers’ continued trust and loyalty throughout the years and allow the BF&M team the opportunity to connect with customers outside of day-to-day business transactions. “They are […]

[Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [May 23], with the list indicating that there are five bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.10pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 5 runs cancelled this morning, 29 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian footballer Aunde Russell Todd has been recognised for his impressive displays for non-league side Sandhurst Town FC this season, receiving the Manager’s Player of the Year award. Todd helped Town win the Combined Counties League Division One title, with the team having to play a staggering seven matches in ten […]

“Bermuda has taken a significant step towards sustainable energy development with the introduction of the Electricity Amendment Act 2022 [Consequential Amendments] Regulations 2023,” said Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban regarding the act, which went into effect on 9th May 2023. “This Act paved the way for introducing the Electricity [Innovative Licence] Regulations 2023 which […]

The Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX] will be closed on Friday [May 26] for the Bermuda Day holiday. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX] advises that the Exchange will be closed on Friday 26th May 2023, in observance of the Bermuda Day Public Holiday. The BSX will re-open on Monday 29th May 2023.” For extensive coverage […]

The Ministry of Public Works released a road traffic notice for the Bermuda Day Cycling Road Race on Friday [May 26], noting that for the “contestants and to the vehicles attendant on the contestants in the Sinclair Packwood Memorial Bicycle Road Race” the speed limit will be 75 kilometres per hour. The notice said, “The Minister […]

Kamau Leverock and his Florida Scorpion teammates began the 3rd edition of the Unity Cup T20 Tournament in Washington DC. In their opening match, the Florida Scorpions defeated Daddy’s Kingsmen by 9 wickets. Daddy Kingsmen batted first and they scored 148/6 in their allotted 20 overs, Ali Nasir was the top scorer with 50, while […]

Conor White competed in the Walmart Joe Martin Stage Race which had its largest overall professional field and the largest women’s field in the 46-year history of the race. In the Men Elite Stage One Road Race — which covered a distance of 146.2 km — White finished 32nd with a time of 3:16:30. Stage […]

Saltus Grammar School won three of the four titles up for grabs at the BSSF Middle School Boys Badminton Tournament. Chase McCrimmon won double gold in the under 13 division, McCrimmon won the under 13 singles division after defeating schoolmate Ernie Ball 11-6, 11-3 in the final. McCrimmon and Ball then teamed up to win […]

The Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts is “suspending all operations and productions for the foreseeable future while it re-evaluates the financial and cultural viability.” A spokesperson said, “After 48 years, The Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts is sad to announce that it is suspending all operations and productions for the foreseeable future while […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Kallan Todd will look to retain his Glory Rules and K1 junior titles at the World Kickboxing and Karate Association [WKA] World Championships in Bali, Indonesia, next month. Todd emerged as Bermuda’s golden competitor at the previous championships in Prestatyn, Wales, in November last year, winning both his events in the […]

Christian Ebbin helped St. George’s School win the National Invitational Tournament Founders Trophy in the U.S. With scattered light rain in the area, Ebbin and his teammates secured the victory with a record of 15 wins and 2 defeats in the National Invitational Regatta hosted at the Lake Massapoag Yacht Club. Meanwhile Jordan Viera, and […]

“We must develop a clear strategy to build awareness in the Gulf Region, which has a proven track record of development success,” said Premier David Burt today, announcing the engagement of a policy advisor under the Cabinet Office to provide strategic advice to the Government of Bermuda on Middle East affairs. “Previous administrations have pursued […]

The Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] said they are “thrilled to have signed a formal MOU with the Bermuda Public School System and looks forward to working alongside and with the other organizations that have partnered with the Signature Learning Reform to provide amazing opportunities for Bermudian students.” A spokesperson said, “Since September 2022, BZS Educators […]

A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held this afternoon [May 22] to celebrate the opening of the St. George’s Marina. Premier Burt said, “Good Afternoon to the Minister, the Secretary of the Corporation, the Council of the Corporation, the Mayor who is travelling, Parliamentary colleagues assembled, Mr Soares and the team, and members of the media. “In […]

Renaissancere Holdings  announced it has “entered into a definitive agreement with American International Group, Inc., whereby RenaissanceRe will acquire AIG’s treaty reinsurance business, which includes Validus Reinsurance Ltd. and its consolidated subsidiaries, AlphaCat Managers Ltd. and its managed funds, and all renewal rights to the Assumed Reinsurance Treaty Unit of Talbot.” A spokesperson said, “AIG […]

“By conducting such tabletop exercises, we can simulate realistic scenarios and assess our collective readiness to handle potential incidents,” said Minister of National Security Michael Weeks following last week’s successful tabletop exercise onboard the Celebrity Summit cruise ship. A Government spokesperson said, “This exercise, at Heritage Wharf, brought together multiple agencies and stakeholders to simulate […]

Butterfield invites the public to come and view its reopened Front Street Banking Centre this Wednesday [May 24], from 7-9pm during the first Harbour Nights festival of the 2023 season to mark the building’s 100th anniversary. A spokesperson said, “The design of the fully renovated space was inspired by records and photography of the original […]