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The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute announced the launch of “Films at BUEI”, screening every 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month at 7.00pm in the Tradewinds Auditorium. Trailer for Blind Ambition A spokesperson said, “As one of the remaining theatres in Bermuda, we are excited to provide the community with an additional venue to view […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] The Bermuda women’s hockey team’s preparations for the Central American and Caribbean Games are well underway, with head coach Kovin Moodley broadening the selection net and shaping their identity. Moodley was instrumental in helping the team finish top of their group in the CAC Games qualifiers on home soil in April […]

Party People Entertainment has released a video of the virtual launch of their costumes for Carnival in Bermuda, which is set to be held from June 16 – 19. The video’s description says, “After years of being hidden for their protection… its now time to set fire to the road! Party People Mas Presents: The House […]

The House of Assembly will be in session on Friday [Feb 3] and statements listed on the Order Paper include Independent Contractor Guidance, Update on the Litigation Guardian Services, Airport Fire Rescue Services, Progress Update on the New Electric Public Buses, Update on the Parish Primary Schools at Purvis Primary and Francis Patton Primary and […]

Local indie game studio Bermuda Island Games is offering a 6 week course this month for anyone who wants to learn Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator and Blender. A spokesperson said, “We have partnered once again with Warwick Academy and the Economic Development Department to be able to share our knowledge and inspire the next generation […]

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:

Minister of Labour Jason Hayward recently hosted the Graduate Trainee Programme reception to mark the completion of the ten-week Career Readiness Programme [CRP]. A spokesperson said, “All Graduates received certificates of completion and were recognized and congratulated for their commitment and participation in developing their personal brand and completing the requirements of this initiative. “Facilitated […]

The Bermuda Chamber of Commerce will be hosting its annual Budget Breakfast on Monday, February 20th at the Hamilton Princess Hotel. A spokesperson said, “This engaging event will be sponsored by PwC Bermuda and feature a panel discussion moderated by PwC territory leader Arthur Wightman. “At the breakfast, held the Monday morning immediately following the […]

Police officers responded to a fire at a Warwick residence, and used a garden hose to extinguish the fire . A police spokesperson said, “Around 11:10 p.m. on Friday, January 27th, 2023, police received a 911 report of a fire at a Warwick residence.  Patrol Officers from the Community Policing Division responded to the report. “Upon arrival […]

The City of Hamilton is reminding area businesses and residents “that after trash has been collected, their wheelie bins are to be stored away and not left on the City sidewalks.” A spokesperson said, “According to the Terms of Service of waste collection in the City, the bins should also be cleaned regularly to avoid […]

Friday, February 3 is expected to see a bright midday skies, early & late cloud with a few sprinkles, with the high to be near 23°C/73°F and the low to be near 16°C/61°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 87%. Sunrise […]

The Women’s Resource Centre, in partnership with the Bermuda International Women’s Day [IWD] Committee, will be hosting a breakfast reception on March 8th at Pier 6 on Front Street, between 8.00am and 10.00am, to launch International Women’s Day 2023. A spokesperson said, “This year, the International Women’s Day Bermuda celebration has been reimagined from the […]

The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] will be hosting a Small Business Expo event at the Willowbank Resort on Saturday, February 11th from 11.00am to 4.00pm. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] is excited to start the New Year off with an opportunity to help existing and new entrepreneurs calibrate and prepare […]

“American Airlines’ Miami direct flight is yet another casualty in airlift to and from Bermuda. This is an indicator our Bermuda tourism product is in crisis,” Shadow Transport Minister Susan Jackson said. The OBA MP was speaking after the Government confirmed that American Airlines will suspend the Miami to Bermuda flight this summer. Ms Jackson said, “The […]

Cohort Limited, which is a licensed corporate service provider, announced the merger with BM Corporate Services Ltd effective 3rd January 2023. The combined entity will trade and operate as Cohort Limited. Tracy Packwood, Director, Cohort Limited stated, “We are delighted to merge Cohort Limited and BM Corporate Services Ltd. We remain a manager-owned entity, involved […]

In recognition of Black History Month, the City of Hamilton has created a series of educational videos highlighting sites in the City that “are significant to the legacy of Black Bermudians and the building of our City.” The inaugural episode of the series focuses on Barr’s Bay Park, highlighting the landing of the American brig […]

Grant Thornton Ireland announced that Bermuda firm, Arthur Morris & Company Limited, will “join its network in a move that will support the expansion of its services and industry focus to its clients.” A spokesperson said, “It comes as Grant Thornton continue to grow its international footprint and provide the highest quality services to clients […]

The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] announced the final team for 2023 Concacaf Men’s U17 Championship that will be held  in Guatemala from February 11 to February 26, 2023. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] is excited to announce the final team that have been selected to represent Bermuda during the 2023 Concacaf Men’s Under-17 […]

The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] Board “has made the decision to do a global search for the role of CEO,”  BTA Board Chairman Wayne Caines said. An advertisement for the position online states, “Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO has overall responsibility for leading the BTA by managing a sound, flexible, efficient, cost-effective, and […]

Ki-Juan Minors began competing in the 2023 WEF 4 MARS Equestrian CSI4*/CSI2* International Horse Jumping event in Florida. Minors –  riding Pop Music — finished 5th competing in the high-performance hunter handy class.

“The OBA, like the public, is exhausted with the frequent half-steps this Government takes instead of comprehensive immigration reform,” Deputy Opposition Leader Jarion Richardson said. Mr. Richardson said, “I look forward to the Government’s alternative to Pathways to Status, to address the demographics problem which continues to impoverish Bermudians. The OBA, like the public, is […]

Today is World Wetlands Day, and the latest in Bernews series of Virtual Art and Photo Galleries features a collection of images showcasing the beauty of Bermuda’s wetlands. From picturesque ponds to photos capturing glimpses of wildlife enjoying their natural habitat, this virtual gallery contains a look at the island’s wetland ecosystem, with seven areas in […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda high jumper Sakari Famous says her confidence is soaring after six successive wins at indoor meets for McNeese State University. Famous has made a superb start to the indoor season, retaining her title at the LSU Purple Tiger Meet and winning the McNeese Indoor II Meet last month. The 22-year-old […]