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[Written by Stephen Wright] Kenni Thompson believes her experience of top-flight football in Spain will help Eibar adjust swiftly to life back in Liga F. Thompson has signed a new one-year contract after impressing in the Basque Country club’s promotion-winning campaign last season, finishing runners-up in the second division. The 22-year-old has plenty of top-level […]

The Association of Bermuda Insurers and Reinsurers [ABIR] member companies are hosting 103 paid interns this summer, creating a record number of work experience opportunities for Bermudian students. A spokesperson said, “ABIR is also providing the interns with a series of networking, professional development and industry learning opportunities through the ABIR Intern Working Group [IWG] […]

Amendments will be made to “increase benefits received by over 2,000 seniors, disabled, low-earner and abled-bodied recipients of financial assistance,” Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward said. Speaking in the House of Assembly, the Minister said, “I am pleased to highlight some examples where increases have occurred in the hope that a significant positive […]

The new Child Day Care Allowance system will take effect in October, Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward said. Speaking in the House of Assembly on Friday [July 21] the Minister noted the Child Day Care Allowance Amendment Regulations 2023 introduces “tiered, income-based benefits, and a maximum gross annual household income of $130,000.” “The amendment specifies […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] The Bermuda boys’ team claimed the bronze medal at the Junior Caribbean Squash Championships in St Vincent and the Grenadines yesterday [July 22]. They lost 3-1 to Guyana in the semi-finals before beating the Cayman Islands 3-2 in a thrilling third-place play-off match thanks to a fine effort from Mason Smith. […]

The first round of the Eastern County Cup took place on Saturday [July 21] with people enjoying the popular event, which saw Bailey’s Bay and St. David’s play to a draw. You can view the match scorecard here, and all of Bernews coverage of the Eastern County Cricket Association here. Related Stories Video: Eastern County […]

A welcome reception and grand opening of the Somers Isles Trading Company store at the LF Wade International Airport was held earlier this week. The airport retail outlet offers a range of goods, including alcohol, snacks and drinks, a variety of gifts and souvenirs, and more. Related Stories Video: Delta Airlines Flight Lands In Bermuda […]

The first round of the Eastern County Cup competition held this weekend saw the match between Bailey’s Bay and St. David’s end in a draw. Bailey’s Bay won the toss and sent St. David’s Cricket Club to bat, they were bowled all out for 105, Brian Hall was the top scorer with 26, while Macquille […]

Oliver Betschart finished T4th in the Swiss Golf National Championships. Playing in the under 16 championships Betschart finished with a four round total 10-over par 298. In the first round, Betschart shot 3-over par 75, he had an eagle, 2 birdies, 9 pars, 5 bogeys, and 1 double bogey. Betschart shot a second round 2-under […]

Dylan Muso, Ramsey Soutter and Max Parry all claimed titles in their age group divisions in the ICS/Cobra Puma Junior Golf Championship at Ocean View Golf Course. Muso shot a 36-hole total 152, on his way to winning the boys’ 15-19 title by 16 strokes over Jonah Faria who shot 168, while Sa-Qui Robinson finished […]

News that T’Shun Basden successfully completed the HETT Certification Programme in Canada, the Ministry of Social Development & Seniors’ Ageing and Disability Services team earned the PSEA Award for June, Bermuda Hospitals Board awarded a total of $130,000 in scholarships to 13 students, and Appleby welcomed 13 students to its summer internship programme were all […]

The IDA-Bermuda 2010 boys’ select team began its warmup preparations for the start of the Super CupNI with a practice game against the local Coleraine FC U13s at the University of Ulster on Friday July 21. A spokesperson said, “The IDA-Bermuda team experienced lengthy travel delays that resulted in the group arriving at their tournament […]

The Corporation of St. George’s held a Cup Match Extravaganza event last night [July 21] at King’s Square in St. George’s. A spokesperson previously said, “This pre-Cup Match celebration aims to gather cricket enthusiasts from across Bermuda to participate in the festivities and build excitement leading up to the highly anticipated Cup Match, where St. George’s […]

The Joint Receivers of Horizon Communications Ltd will be selling some of the company’s assets, including electronic equipment, telecommunications equipment, hardware and cabling, data centre, office furniture and equipment. A spokesperson said, “Michael Morrison and Charles Thresh of Teneo [Bermuda] Limited were appointed as Joint Receivers [JRs] of Horizon Communications Ltd. on January 5, 2023. […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian goalkeeper Nathan Trott has returned to Danish side Vejle BK for a second loan spell from English Premier League team West Ham United this season. Trott kept 14 clean sheets in 25 appearances for Vejle last term, helping the Jutland outfit win the NordicBet Liga – the second tier of Danish […]

Sunday, July 23 is expected to see abundant sunshine, chance of an early and overnight shower, with the high to be near 30°C/86°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 86%. Sunrise will be at […]

Liam Flannery represented Team PB Performance at the Sheffield Grand Prix. The Dudley Grand Prix is part of the British Cycling National Circuit Road Race Series. Flannery crossed the line in 33rd place; he was the second Team PB Performance rider across the line after clocking a time of 50.56. Related Stories Cycling: Flannery Competes […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Nahki Wells scored four goals in Bristol City’s 8-0 win over Newport County in a pre-season friendly at the Sky Bet Championship side’s High Performance Centre today [July 22]. The Bermuda forward netted two goals in either half and helped create Sam Bell’s opener against their League Two opponents. Alex Scott […]

“The Tourism Investment Act 2017 is a catalyst for growth in the restaurant and attraction sectors by creating a favorable investment climate,” Minister of Tourism and the Cabinet Office Vance Campbell said, adding that it “incentivizes entrepreneurs to establish and expand their businesses; promotes collaboration between the public and private sectors; and enhances the overall […]

The gold medal winning performance by the women’s football team in the 2023 Island Games came almost 10 years to the day after their last gold medal win, as the women’s football team also won the gold medal back on July 18, 2013. In 2013 — when Bermuda hosted the Games — the Bermuda women’s […]

Elijah Daley continued competing in the 2023 Summer Ontario Swimming Championships inside the Toronto Pan Am Sports Center – Competition Pool. On day two, Daley swam another three personal best. Daley clocked a personal best time of 54.83 competing in the 100m freestyle. During the 200m butterfly, Daley clocked a personal best time of 2:06.85. […]

MJM Limited announced that its 2023 legal education awardees are Jada Rogers-Ingemann and Jonathan Jervis. A spokesperson said, “MJM’s annual legal scholarship is granted to an outstanding Bermudian or Permanent Resident Certificate Holder [PRC] who aspires to enter the field of law and is committed to return to Bermuda to practice. The scholarship is renewable […]

The Bermuda Triathlon Association Sprint Series continued at the Clearwater Beach. Jamie Bedford clocked a winning time of 23.43, Ollie Hayward was second in 24.31, and Nell Wightman finished third clocking a time of 25.43. Standard distance – 200 swim 3 laps bike, 2 laps run Jamie Bedford 23.43 Ollie Hayward 24.31 Nell Wightman 25.43 […]

The National Lotteries Authority XXXIX Junior Caribbean Squash Championships continued in St Vincent & the Grenadines. The Bermuda boys defeated St. Vincent & Jamaica 3 – 2 to advance into the semi-finals. Related Stories Photos, Videos & Results: Squash Finals Photos & Results: AXIS Squash Challenge Day 1 Results: 2011 National Squash Champs Videos/Results: Day […]

The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, July 22nd. On Saturday the Vision of the Seas Cruise ship is expected, on Sunday the Cartagena oil products tanker, the Norwegian Pearl cruise ship and the Oleander container ship will arrive, on Monday the Liberty […]

Elijah Daley began competing in the 2023 Summer Ontario Swimming Championships inside the Toronto Pan Am Sports Center – Competition Pool. On day one, Daley swam three personal best. Competing in the 100m backstroke preliminaries, Daley clocked the 8th fastest time of 1:00.04, in the final Daley clocked a personal best time of 59.93. Daley […]

July 21 saw 2,000 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $60,399.00 BD. 2,000 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing up 2.0% at $30.20 per share. The BSX finished at 2,243.77, up 1.46% on the day. There was 1 advance, 0 declines, and 63 remained unchanged. The full report […]

The police said the “witness appeal continues regarding a reported collision involving a motorcycle, minibus and car that occurred around 1:20pm Friday, 14th July 2023 on North Shore Road, Hamilton parish near Panorama Drive.” A police spokesperson said, “At last check the motorcyclist hurt, said to be a 62-year-old St. George’s man, sustained a serious […]

Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] is partnering with the Eastern County Cricket Association [ECCA] to deliver a green events waste management plan for this year’s eastern county games to be held at Bailey’s Bay Cricket Club [BBBC] on July 22, August 19 and September 2. A spokesperson said, “The plan includes a focus on reducing waste, […]

The Head of the Public Service, Dr. Derrick Binns retires today [July 21], after a “remarkable career spanning over three decades.” A Government spokesperson said, “His journey in the public service began in 1986, as a Psychologist with the Department of Corrections, a post held by him for approximately ten years. During this time, on […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [July 21] include notification of planning applications registered and notice of intended marriage. List of Proposed Planning Applications Advertised on July 21, 2023 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Notification of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID: GN0616/2023 Public Authorities / Department: Planning Publication date: 21 July 2023 The applications shown […]

Saturday, July 22 is expected to see variable cloud cover with a few showers through the day, with the high to be near 29°C/85°F and the low to be near 26°C/78°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 86%. Sunrise will be […]

[Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [July 21], with the list indicating that there are twenty-one bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.10pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 21 runs cancelled this morning, 36 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]