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The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] announced the successful conclusion of its Lunch & Learn event, “Business Essentials: Step-by-Step Business Registration from Application to Compliance.” A spokesperson said, “This informative session occurred on Thursday, July 25th, from 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the training room at the BEDC Main office at 48 Church Street, […]

The Ministry of Public Works announced parking restrictions and road closures for the Bacchanal Run on August 3-4 and the Annual Cricket Cup Match in Somerset on August 1-2. A Governemnt spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works wishes to inform the public of important road traffic notices concerning two upcoming events: the Bacchanal Run […]

BermudAir is sponsoring Team Bermuda for the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, with the company releasing a video wishing the team good luck as they prepare to compete on the biggest stage in the world. The video includes well wishes from a number of local athletes from a range of sports, including swimming, tennis, bodybuilding, hockey, football, cricket, […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda will be represented in Olympic rowing for a third straight Games when Dara Alizadeh competes tomorrow [July 27] – with the Bermuda Rowing Association already planning to continue that trend for the 2028 Los Angeles Games. Alizadeh is making his second Olympic appearance in the single sculls after debuting at […]

Team Bermuda will dazzle today [July 26] at the Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony, as the Bermuda Olympic Association announces local fashion designers Courtney Clay, Channing Dill, and Alana Wade as the official designers for the 2024 Olympic Games. A spokesperson said, “Clay is credited with the custom scarf, tie, and pocket squares. Dill created a […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Two-times Front Street Mile winner James Thie is among the familiar faces in Paris, with the Welshman helping coach Team Great Britain’s distance runners. Thie, who won the elite men’s race in 2003 and 2004, also coaches Bermuda’s top middle-distance runner, Dage Minors, who teamed up with Thie in September last […]

Somerset triumphed in Mini Cup Match 2024, scoring 71 runs with no outs, according to the Department of Sport and Recreation. The Department of Sport and Recreation posted the images below and said “That’s a wrap on Mini Cup Match 2024 with Somerset taking home the victory after putting up 71 runs with no outs! […]

[Written by Don Burgess] Dame Flora Duffy brought home golden joy at the Tokyo Olympics, but Bermuda has had plenty to celebrate since we first started competing back in 1936. Clarence Hill prompted wild cheers with his bronze medal in 1976, and our first big moment on the Olympic stage was Francis ‘Goose’ Gosling’s 10th-place […]

The Bermuda Wine Concierge is set to hold a wine tasting event as a fundraiser for the CARIFTA Junior Triathlon Team on Thursday, August 8 at 8.00pm at the Bermuda Aquarium. The event, which is hosted by Karen Plianthos, will see those in attendance “enjoy and learn about amazing wine while surrounded by Bermuda’s beautiful […]

July 25 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,681.55, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 51 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: July 24 2024 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: July 23 […]

The 2024 Bermuda Anglers Club Annual Junior Fishing Tournament will be held on Sunday, August 18 and is open to any boy or girl under the age of 17. A spokesperson said, “The 2024 Bermuda Anglers Club Annual Junior Tournament will be held this year on Sunday 18 August and is open to any boy […]

Emmy Award-winning Bermudian journalist Glenn Jones recently traveled to Colorado to interview defending Olympic gold medalist Dame Flora Duffy, with the pair discussing Dame Flora’s goals, her recovery from an injury, her sports-funding initiative, and more. Mr Jones works for NBC Boston, and we appreciate them allowing us to ‘borrow’ him for this special broadcast, which serves to take an in-depth […]

GPass announced that tickets are now available to purchase online for the 2024 Cup Match Classic, with tickets costing $25 for adults and $15 for seniors and children. A spokesperson said, “GPass is pleased to announce the continuation of its partnership with Somerset Cricket Club to provide seamless online ticket sales for the highly anticipated Annual Cup Match Classic. […]

The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] announced that Vegan Fest will take place on August 25th in Dockyard. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Tourism Authority announced the second renewal of Vegan Fest set for August 25 in the Royal Naval Dockyard. The sustainably focused event, which debuted in Summer 2023, attracted over 3,600 attendees to the […]

The Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] and the Department of Parks spent time clearing invasives on Trunk Island recently in an effort to share knowledge and continue the partnership that has been evolving since the BZS Micro Forest Project began in 2021. “On June 26, members of the Parks team from Tulo Valley and Government House […]

Friday, July 26 is expected to see variable cloud with a shower or two possible, 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 SSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 74%. Sunrise will be at 6.30am […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda triple jumper Jah-Nhai Perinchief said he is settling into life at the Olympic Village in Saint-Denis after arriving in Paris from Arkansas today [July 25]. Perinchief, who does not compete until August 7, will be joined in the French capital by coach Travis Geopfert and mentor Brian Wellman. He told […]

Governor Rena Lalgie announced the appointment of Mr Andrew Martin as a Puisne Judge of the Supreme Court of Bermuda. The Governor said “I am pleased to appoint Mr Martin to this important role. In particular, Mr Martin’s wide range and depth of experience will be a valuable addition to the Supreme Court bench. “The […]

A Cup Match Market event will be held at St. Anthony’s Church Hall this Saturday [July 27] from 10.00am to 4.00pm. A spokesperson said, “We are thrilled to host a Cup Match Market at St. Anthony’s Church Hall this Saturday, 27th of July from 10 am to 4 pm. This event is a wonderful opportunity […]

[Written by Don Burgess] Sophia Cannonier and Michael Watson say they will “absolutely” fight their Covid-19 regulations case all the way to the Privy Council if necessary. Mr. Watson and Ms. Cannonier were found guilty of breaking three Covid regulations: 1. Refusing to comply with a requirement as directed by a health officer; 2. Failure to […]

As the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games Paris get closer to opening, Bernews is providing live text updates, photos, results, and post-event reactions below. Bermuda has eight athletes representing us at the Olympics; Jah-Nhai Perinchief, Adriana Penruddocke, Tyler Smith, Dame Flora Duffy, Erica Hawley, Emma Harvey, Jack Harvey and Dara Alizadeh, and we have two athletes […]

Emmy Award-winning Bermudian journalist Glenn Jones recently traveled to Colorado to interview defending Olympic gold medalist Dame Flora Duffy, with the pair discussing Dame Flora’s goals, her recovery from an injury, her sports-funding initiative, and more. Mr Jones works for NBC Boston, and we appreciate them allowing us to ‘borrow’ him for this special broadcast, which serves to take an in-depth […]