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Three Bermuda athletes — Caitlyn Bobb, Za’kayza Parsons and Ketura Bulford-Trott — all competed.at the Dalton Ebanks Invitational at George Mason Stadium in the U.S. The UMBC 4x100m Relay team of Savannah Wright, Petronilla Onyebadi, Bobb, and Parsons claimed the gold medal, running a combined time of 47.01. Bobb also secured second in the 100m […]

Arch Insurance announced it has acquired Thimble, a leading insurtech platform for small business customers and agents. A spokesperson said, “Thimble enables small businesses to quickly get insurance coverage by the job, month or year using its award-winning app, website, or over the phone. “The acquisition expands Arch’s suite of digital solutions for small business […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian boxer Tyler Christopher will step up from four rounds to six for his next professional fight at the Holiday Inn in Yardley, Birmingham, next Saturday [April 22]. The 26-year-old, who has a perfect record of six wins, said he is ready to graduate from four-round contests and will benefit from […]

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 Home Affairs advised that the Fairmont Southampton Special Development Order [SDO] submission has been received and is available for viewing online. The submission summary states, “Proposed Maximum 261 Unit Tourism/Residential Development Comprising up to 114 Tourism and 147 Residential Units Contained Within Buildings of 2 to 6 Storeys with Associated Access Roads, […]

“This winter has been a difficult one for many fishermen as windy conditions have limited the number of fishing days,” said the Minister of Home Affairs, Walter Roban, following detailed discussions with technical experts in the department and a review of information on local fisheries, particularly the Hind Grounds, “As such, to assist the fishermen, […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [April 12] include notification of planning applications registered and public notification. List of Proposed Planning Applications Advertised on April 12, 2023 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Notification of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID: GN0338/2023 Public Authorities / Department: Planning Publication date: 12 April 2023 The applications shown […]

Thursday, April 13 is expected to be bright and sunny, with the high to be near 22°C/72°F and the low to be near 18°C/65°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WNW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 72%. Sunrise will be at 6.52am and sunset will be at […]

The Ministry of Public Works is informing the public about lane closures, with one on Palmetto Road hill side near the railway trail/DPT in Devonshire, one on Palmetto Road in Pembroke near Bishop Spencer Road, and one on North Shore Road in Devonshire. For more information on the Palmetto Road on hill near railway trail/DPT […]

Inspire Bermuda, Registered Charity #1006, will be holding its first Disability Equity Symposium on Saturday, April 22. A spokesperson said, “In keeping with its mission of advocating for the rights of persons living with disabilities/exceptionalities, the Equity Symposium will bring together participating organizations and registered charities that support persons with disabilities in Bermuda. “Attendees will […]

Vasco da Gama recently took part in the International U11 Football Tournament in the Azores, winning a number of games. A spokesperson said, “The tournament, organized by Clube União Micaelense based in Ponta Delgada, Azores, was an exciting display of 7-a-side football from 24 teams personally invited to attend. “The International U11 Football Tournament is […]

The Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] is offering scholarships to “deserving young Bermudians” interested in pursuing a career in healthcare or finance, with the application deadline on April 30. The information poster says, “Applicants for the Bermuda Hospitals Board Scholarships must be pursuiing a careet in healthcare of finance and have: completed at least two years […]

Bermuda’s Kiwon Waldron has been named the harness pony racing Rookie of the Year in Canada. The Standardbred Canada website said, “On Saturday evening [April 8] in Trois-Rivieres, Guy Lafontaine and Sophie Mongeon hosted a gala that brought together 160 people at Hippodrome 3R to crown the champions of the 2022 season. “The Rookie of […]

Bermudian brothers Nicholas Christopher and Jonathan Christopher have been featured in a BroadwayWorld article. The BroadwayWorld website said, “Today is National Siblings Day! In celebration of the day, BroadwayWorld spoke with Broadway brothers Nicholas Christopher and Jonathan Christopher, who are currently performing in Sweeney Todd together on Broadway. “Nicholas is best known for his performances […]

BELCO announced the winners of their annual kite safety poster competition, with Suri Daniels, Evanna Peets, Cruz LeBlanc, and Kaden Bean-Wolfe all winning awards. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] today announced the winners of their annual kite safety poster competition. The competition, now in its 34th year, was open to Primary 1 […]

After arriving in the United States for rehabilitation at Mystic Aquarium, the seal rescued in Bermuda last February has been released into the ocean. The seal was discovered on Clearwater Beach this past February and was later named Northlands by Ruby Dill – who originally discovered the animal in distress – after her granddaughter’s school. […]

Members of Bermuda’s Carifta Swimming Championships team arrived at the LF Wade International Airport after their medal winning showing in Curaçao. Competing in the 13-14 girls division Marleigh Howes led the medal count with four silver medals in the 100, 200, and 400m freestyles, and the 100m backstroke. Bella Howes captured a silver medal in […]

[Written by Vejay Steede] The first in a series of movie nights kicked off at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute on Saturday night [April 8]. The event was organized in collaboration with OUTBermuda and is designed to showcase films that explore LGBTQ+ stories, concerns, and ambitions. The film that featured on Saturday night was The […]

The Berkeley Institute is getting set to hold an alumni and current students’ art show, opening on Friday, April 21. A spokesperson said, “In celebration of the 125th anniversary of The Berkeley Institute, The Berkeley Educational Society cordially invites you to the alumni and current students’ art show. “The show officially opens on Friday, April […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Kamau Leverock’s return to English side Handsworth Cricket Club has been heralded as the “Second Coming” with the Bermuda all-rounder confident of carrying his stellar form into the new season. Leverock emerged as Bermuda’s star performer at the Men’s ICC T20 World Cup Americas Sub-Regional Qualifier in Buenos Aires, Argentina, last […]

The Directors of WindReach have announced the appointment of James Dockeray to the Board. A spokesperson said, “The charity provides therapeutic programming to enrich the quality of life for those with complex support needs. “Mr Dockeray is a Partner at EY Bermuda. He joined EY in 1999 and spent a decade with the accounting firm […]

“As the future leaders of Bermuda and the world, it is vital that our youth understand and are involved in choosing the path we take,” said Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban. “To encourage all youth to actively participate in protecting and improving our environment and the well-being of our people, the Ministry of Home […]

The Ministry of Public Works advised “that there will be a road closure for Morgan’s Road & a portion of Harbour Road in Warwick for the Warwick Academy 5K Fun Run & Walk.” A Government spokesperson said, “Morgan’s Road will be closed from Warwick Academy exit near Middle Road until Harbour Road. Harbour Road will […]

The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features the Easter bunny delivering Easter eggs around the island while riding a pink scooter. 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 […]

The old horizontal bank notes will be retiring and “will no longer have value as a legal tender after 31 December 2023.” The Government posted the graphic online below, saying, “The Bermuda Monetary Authority advises all Bermuda residents that the use of horizontal cash will be retiring and will no longer have value as a […]

A teenager living in Nottingham, England, has been recognised with an award for turning his life around after realising he could end up in prison. Jahlil Kumar, 15, has been awarded the Lyrico Steede Award – named after the Bermudian teenager murdered in Bulwell, Nottingham, in 2018. A report on the Nottinghamshire Police website said […]

The Ministry of Public Works advised “that BELCO has advised its Water Section of a proposed outage scheduled for Wednesday, April 12, 2023, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at its Devon Springs Booster Pump Station.” A spokesperson said, “The outage will allow BELCO to facilitate maintenance work on their electrical equipment at that site. […]

26-year-old Maleke Martin was sentenced to 16 years imprisonment  after being found guilty of sexual exploitation of a young person being a person in trust and for  showing abusive images to a young person. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] notes the Supreme Court sentencing of 26-year-old Maleke Martin today, Tuesday 11th April […]

The Ministry of Transport is reminding the public that the additional Sunday Pink Route ferry service becomes effective April 16. A Government spokesperson said, “Please see the below. As the public is aware, the Pink Route ferry services commuters in Paget and Warwick areas. The ferry runs along Hamilton Harbour and makes stops at, Salt […]

The Ministry of Legal and Constitutional Affairs is “putting the spotlight on their outstanding lawyers in Government, in recognition of International Be Kind Lawyers Day, which occurs on the second Tuesday of April each year.” A spokesperson said, “Lawyers have very high-stress jobs and work to advocate for those in our community. The Bermuda Government thanks […]

Wednesday, April 12 is expected to see a mix of sun and cloud, 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 NW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 58%. Sunrise will be at 6.53am and sunset […]

Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art, in collaboration with William Wegman and his studio, announced that the ‘William Wegman: Around Bermuda’ exhibit will be opening to the public on Saturday, May 13. A spokesperson said, “This exhibition centres around the Bermuda paintings of renowned American conceptual artist, William Wegman. Wegman’s history with Bermuda dates to 2000, […]

[Written by Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Bermuda] Bermuda 2023 GPA Annual Meeting: Ripples, Waves & Currents The theme of the Global Privacy Assembly’s annual meeting this year is “Ripples, Waves & Currents”. The nautical motif is very appropriate given that the 2023 GPA meeting takes place in Bermuda: a small island of 20 […]

As April marks Autism Awareness Month, Tomorrow’s Voices Autism Centre is encouraging everyone to celebrate with a number of events and fundraising opportunities hosted by the charity throughout the month. A spokesperson said, “One of the highlights of the month’s activities includes this Friday’s [April 14] showing of ‘In A Different Key.’ This true story, […]

The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute is introducing a Young Reporters for the Environment [YRE] Pilot Programme. A spokesperson said, “As the National Operator of the Foundation for Environmental Education programmes [FEE] in Bermuda, the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute is pleased to announce that our Education Team is introducing a Young Reporters for the Environment [YRE] […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Kahzi Sealey and Jake Brislane claimed more medals for Bermuda on the final day of the 50th Carifta Games in Nassau, Bahamas, yesterday [April 10]. After winning Bermuda’s first medal on the opening day of the Games on Saturday, finishing runner-up in the under-20 1,500 metres, Sealey continued his fine form […]

Bermuda Is Love is holding a Food Security Panel Discussion on Wednesday, April 12 at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute, Tradewinds Auditorium from 7:00pm to 8:30pm. A spokesperson said, ” The Panel Discussion will feature Clare Mello of The Eliza Doolittle Society, Chris Faria of Agra Living, Greg Wilson of Food Forest, and Tom Wadson […]

The Bermuda National Gallery [BNG] Run for the Arts 5K is set to be held on April 23. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda National Gallery in collaboration with Nhuri Bashir, Donna Raynor and Domico Watson are excited to announce the BNG Run for the Arts 5K. This unique route through northeast Hamilton starts and finishes at […]

The Convex End-to-End is set to take place on Saturday, May 6th and registration is now open. A spokesperson said, “The Convex End-to-End will take place on Saturday, May 6th, marking the 36th time the event has been held. Online registration is now live and anyone interested in participating can sign up at bermudaendtoend.bm/register.” Mandy […]

A number of events were held to mark Good Friday and Easter this year, including the Walk To Calvary Reenactment, the Kimwandae Walker Good Friday Fun Day, Good Friday At Warren Simmons Field, the Good Friday Triathlon, Good Friday At Horseshoe Beach, Kite flying at Astwood Park, the Gilbert Lamb Good Friday Fun Day, the Egg Spectacular event at […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Six international karting drivers will head to the island to pit themselves against the best of Bermuda in the Lindo’s Grand Prix next weekend [April 22 and 23]. Overseas drivers Robert Bujdoso, Jeff Dolian, Rob Howden, Christian Oldhafer, Cadence Presley and Paul Rice will join 36 local competitors in the island’s first […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Teachers Rugby Football Club have been crowned league and cup champions after defeating Police 54-22 in the Nichol Shield at the North Field, National Sports Centre, on Saturday [April 8]. Teachers, who had already wrapped up the Bermuda Rugby Football Union [BRFU] league title after finishing the campaign undefeated, retained the Nichol […]

A bag containing what is believed to be “controlled drugs” was recovered from the water in Sandys. A police spokesperson said, “Around 4:20 p.m. on Friday, April 8th, 2023, police received a report that a black bag containing several brown brick shaped packages wrapped in tape had been spotted in the water near Heritage Wharf, […]

While 14-year-old Za’naj Bascome has not yet been located he “has been in contact with relatives who have reported that he is safe,” the police said today, adding that the ”BPS urges anyone who has been in contact with Za’ naj to have him return home.” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service wishes to […]

Island Boat Club will open an east end location on May 1. A spokesperson said, “Members can now choose to depart from either the west end of the island, from Carolina Bay in Sandy’s, or the east end of the island at Boat Port, St. George’s. Members will now have quick and easy access to […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [April 10] include boards appointments, acting appointments, liquor licence, elections and notification of planning applications registered. Board Cedarbridge Academy – Board Of Governors Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Boards Appointments Notice ID: GN0336/2023 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication date: 10 April 2023 The Minister of […]

Tuesday, April 11 is expected to see early cloud and showers giving way to a brighter afternoon, with the high to be near 19°C/67°F and the low to be near 15°C/59°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NNE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 67%. Sunrise will be […]

Sail Bermuda Charters, a luxury charter sailing company based on the Island, announced a business merger with Native Spirit Charters, and owners, Jono and Chiara Dill. Continuing as Sail Bermuda Charters Ltd., Mr. and Mrs. Dill bring with them a wealth of experience in the charter industry, as well as a commitment to excellence that […]

Black Pony Gallery will debut a new art collection at the Cambridge Beaches hotel. A spokesperson said, “Black Pony Gallery will debut a new art collection at the storied hotel, Cambridge Beaches, in celebration of the property’s centennial anniversary. Opening to the public on April 22nd, Bermudian residents and hotel guests alike can enjoy contemporary […]

The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] conducted “proactive patrols throughout the Easter holiday weekend.” A police spokesperson said, “From 5pm Thursday, 6th April until 5am Monday, 10th April 2023 there were 23 people arrested, consisting of: 11 for outstanding warrants; 8 on suspicion of impaired driving; 1 for intruding on the privacy of a female; 1 […]