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The Bermuda Coast Guard and KS Watersports joined efforts on August 23 to ferry stranded passengers and a charter boat back to shore. A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre spokesperson said, “On Wednesday, August 23 at 11:42am, Bermuda Radio received a phone call from a 31 foot charter boat disabled near Eastern Blue Cut with 14 […]

A driver was arrested for suspicion of possession of a controlled drug, drug equipment and a prohibited weapon, A police spokesperson said, “Around 3:00 P.M. on Saturday, August 26th, 2023, police officers were on mobile patrol in the area of Middle Road near the junction with Montpelier Road, Devonshire, when they had cause to stop […]

“Bermuda will be spared the full wrath of Franklin, our first hurricane for the season, but remains as a potential threat with tropical storm winds,” MP Ianthia Simmons-Wade said, adding, “We encourage everyone to check in on our most vulnerable; our seniors, our disabled and families who are struggling financially.” PLP MP Ianthia Simmons-Wade said, […]

[Opinion column written by OBA candidate Ben Smith] I learned a valuable lesson in political communications before the snap 2020 election. I recorded a video about immigration so that we could have a reasonable policy discussion. Unfortunately, it was edited and used as a political weapon. Of course, on the announcement of my candidacy for […]

Bermuda defeated Dominica in its 2023 CONCACAF Women’s Under-17 opener making an excellent showing to claim a 4-1 victory over Dominica  at the Estadio Olimpico Felix Sanchez in the Dominican Republic. Le-Myah Forde gave Dominica a 1 – 0 lead in the 12th minute, but after that it was all Bermuda, beginning with Camryn Lines […]

A Tropical Storm Warning is in effect for Bermuda today [Aug 30] as Hurricane Franklin is expected to bring strong winds to the island. The BWS posted the graphic online below, saying, “The 6am update has Hurricane Franklin passing a bit closer, slower, and with a slightly larger wind field. What this means is that […]

Janhoi Bean-Wilson and his Golcar Cricket Club teammates defeated Almondbury Cricket Club by 2 runs in a rain affected Huddersfield Cricket Alliance League match. Golcar scored 113, Bean-Wilson was the top scorer with 31, Safwatt Shehzad was the pick of the Almondbury Cricket Club bowler with figures of 8.5-0-32-5. In reply with a revised target […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda winger Luke Robinson scored his first goal of the season in Whitehawk’s 3-1 win at home to Horsham in the Pitching In Isthmian Premier Division on Monday [August 28]. Robinson netted his side’s third goal in the seventh minute of stoppage time with a close-range finish. The 24-year-old also created […]

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 […]