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| As the island celebrates Mary Prince Day today, you can take a ‘virtual visit’ to the Mary Prince Emancipation Park in Devonshire – which was renamed in her honour in 2020 – via Bernews 360 degree tour which allows you to move your mouse to view the various angles and/or zoom in, and you can […] |
| A motorcyclist has been taken to hospital “for treatment of suspected head injuries” after a two vehicle collision in Warwick this evening [July 28]. A police spokesperson said, “Around 9:20pm on Thursday 28th July, 2022. Police and other first responders were dispatched to a report of a two vehicle collision between a motorcar an a […] |
Dion Stovell unfurled a masterful all-round display that thrust h…
| [Written by Don Burgess] A loud cry of “SOMERSETTTTTTTTTT” permeates the air after a car horn blares “Beep! Beep!” in going past the Bell’s Somerset-themed home on North Shore Road. This scene is repeated dozens of times per hour, sometimes punctuated by Robby Bell’s air horn. Cup Match is well-celebrated at his home. Visitors stopping by […] |
| [Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda’s team of athletes and officials received a warm welcome during a thrilling and theatrical opening ceremony of the Commonwealth Games today. More than 30,000 spectators inside a packed and proud Alexander Stadium, redeveloped especially for the “Friendly Games”, were treated to an all-singing and all-dancing extravaganza exploring Birmingham’s diverse history, culture […] |
| Friday, July 29 is expected to see cloudy spells with a few showers around, with the high to be near 30°C/86°F and the low to be near 25°C/77°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be west. The relative humidity is expected to be near 81%. Sunrise will be at 6.31am and […] |
| The Cup Match Fever party is set for tomorrow [July 29] at Snorkel Park. A spokesperson said, “All systems are go for what the organizers say will be the biggest Cup Match afterparty in a while. With this being the first afterparty since the pandemic restrictions, the promoters have teamed up with Bacardi to make this […] |
| The Bermuda Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 16-year-old Jaidyn Paiva. A police spokesperson said, “Mr. Paiva is described as being six foot, two inches tall, weighing approximately 160lbs, slim build and light skinned complexion. “Mr. Paiva was last seen in the Northshore Road, Devonshire area around 11:45am, on Wednesday, 27th July. […] |
| Bermuda’s Billie Jean King Cup team continued competing in Group II of the Americas Group A Round Robin Division at the Centro National Stadium in the Dominican Republic. Bermuda took on host Dominican Republic on the second day and went down 3 – 0. Asia-Leigh Hollis was once again first on the court, falling in […] |
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RG Podcast Read More| The Ministry of Public Works is informing motorists that the Bacchanal Run will take place on Saturday [July 30] and will require multiple road closures. A Government spokesperson said, “There will be one route to this event that will require road closures. See here below for the route and when the event time will take […] |
| The Regulatory Authority [RA] is inviting the public to comment on its sectoral review of the electronic communications sector. A spokesperson said, “As required by section 17 of the Regulatory Authority Act 2011 [RAA], the Regulatory Authority of Bermuda [the RA] is inviting the public, electronic communications sectoral participants, sectoral providers, and other interested parties […] |
| [Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda swimmer Madelyn Moore talks with Bernews about her upcoming races at the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham. Speaking at the traditional flag-raising ceremony at the athletes’ village yesterday, Moore said: “I had a few hiccups with the travel, but since being here and getting in the pool, getting with the team, it’s […] |
| Jessica Lewis competed in the 2022 Cruisers Classic Meet at the Toronto Track & Field Center in Canada. During the T53 Women’s 100m, Lewis clocked a time of 16.44, finishing first. Lewis also won the T53 Women’s 400m by clocking a time of 59.52, which was a second off her personal best. Related Stories Jessica […] |
Cup Match is my favourite Bermuda tradition. It is a celebration of our culture and our history.
Bermudians unite to experience the best traditiona…
| Sebastian Kempe and Nicole Stovell continued competing in the 2022 ILCA 6 Youth World Championship at the Houston Yacht Club in Texas. Two more races were sailed on the third day in the men’s and women’s divisions, with sailors able to throw out their worst race thus far. Stovell came off the water down one […] |
| The three IDA Bermuda teams were all back in action on day two of the Super Cup Northern Ireland Tournament, with a win for the under 14s, while the under 16 and under 18 teams were also in action. Under 14: Ballinamallard 0 IDA Bermuda 3 The IDA Bermuda under 14 team picked up their […] |
| [Written by Stephen Wright] Micah Franklin, the Bermuda Squash Association head coach, believes Emma Keane will help inspire the next generation of female players on the island. Keane will become the first Bermudian female to compete at the Commonwealth Games – the very pinnacle of her sport – when she steps on court at the University […] |
| Bermudian professional sailor Emily Nagel has been named as SailGP’s newest international commentator. A spokesperson said, “At the start of Season 3, professional sailor and ‘data nerd’ Emily Nagel was unveiled as SailGP’s newest international commentator. But her journey to the mic was anything but straightforward. “It began in 2016, when Nagel, who is originally […] |
| [Written by Stephen Wright] If major cities in England were ranked in a league table, Birmingham, the host of the 2022 Commonwealth Games, would probably be unfairly placed towards the bottom of the pile. After all, it does not boast the rich culture and iconic architecture of London, the capital of England, which endlessly fascinates and […] |
| July 27 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,230.73, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 64 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF], and the full report for the week is available here [PDF]. Related Stories LOM Company […] |
| In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX], Lancashire Holdings announced the appointment of John [“Jack”] Gressier as a Non-Executive Director, with effect from 26 July 2022. The filing stated: “Mr. Gressier has over thirty years’ experience in the insurance industry having worked since 1986 for BPC Underwriting Agencies, before moving to Charman Underwriting Agencies […] |
| The final preparations are taking place at the Somerset Cricket Club tonight [July 27] as the club prepares to host the much anticipated 2022 Cup Match Classic. Somerset Cricket Club is led by Captain Jordan DeSilva and Vice-Captain Terryn Fray with teammates Tre Manders, Chris Douglas, Kamau Leverock, Alje Richardson, Dion Stovell, Malachi Jones, Greg […] |
| Various camps, players, spectators, a scoreboard, lights, the clubs’ buildings and a Crown & Anchor table are just some of the items showcased in an elaborate replica of the Cup Match pitch created by Lorna Williams. Bernews stopped by to get footage of the masterpiece, and Ms Williams — who is a Somerset fan — […] |
| The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] announced the travelling squad for the upcoming Concacaf U15 Girls’ Championships. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] is proud to announce the travelling squad for the upcoming Concacaf U15 Girls’ Championships, that will take place between July 31st and August 7th. The 18 player squad will travel to […] |
Cup Match is my favourite Bermuda tradition. It is a celebration of our culture and our history. Bermudians unite to experience the best traditional cuisine, enjoy seeing friends and family and look forward to two days of exciting cricket between Somerset and St. George’s.
This unique sporting holiday owes its origins to a celebration of the abolition of slavery in Bermuda. As we reflect on the sacrifice of our ancestors, it is a source of considerable pride to see their legacy fulfilled year after year through the continued tradition that is now truly a “Classic”.
With the annual Cup Match holiday weekend nearly upon us, the Minister of National Security, the Hon. Michael Weeks, JP, MP, spent some time with members of the Royal Bermuda Regiment Coast Guard this week as they prepared for their crucial role over the next few days.
The Coast Guard will operate at a maximum capacity across our coastal areas, day and night, in partnership with the Bermuda Police Service, to monitor public safety on the water.
| Emma Keane and Dage Minors will be the flag bearers for the 2022 Commonwealth Games opening ceremony. A spokesperson said, “This evening, Chef de Mission, Donna Raynor announced to Team Bermuda who the Flag Bearers for the opening ceremony will be. Emma Keane, our first female squash player, and Dage Minors. Ms Raynor said, “We considered a […] |
| The Bank of Butterfield announced that “in response to today’s 75 basis point increase in the target range of the US Federal Funds Rate, it is adjusting its base interest rates on loans by half a percentage point [0.5%], absorbing a third of the rise.” A spokesperson said, “The change in the US Federal Funds Rate has […] |
| Premier David Burt recently hosted the annual Cup Match reception for the Somerset and St. George’s teams at Camden. A Government spokesperson said, “This week, the Premier David Burt hosted the annual Cup Match reception for the Somerset and St. George’s teams at Camden. Among the guest were former Cup Match players, club executives, umpires, […] |
| [Premier David Burt’s Cup Match message] Cup Match is my favourite Bermuda tradition. It is a celebration of our culture and our history. Bermudians unite to experience the best traditional cuisine, enjoy seeing friends and family and look forward to two days of exciting cricket between Somerset and St. George’s. This unique sporting holiday owes […] |
| The official Government and Legal notices for today [July 27] include public notification and notification of planning applications registered. Specification Of Flights Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN0755/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication date: 27 July 2022 Specification Of Flights Which Do Not Require An Air Transport Licence Note: Section 8 […] |