Bermuda News Updates

Reggie Lambe Scores Penalty For Braintree

December 12, 2023

Reggie Lambe scored a penalty in Braintree Town’s 3-1 defeat away to Hashtag United in the fourth round of the Essex Senior Cup yesterday [December 11]. Lambe, the Bermuda national team midfielder, converted his spot kick in the 68th minute to make it 3-1. Braintree return to league action on Saturday, hosting Aveley in the […]

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Goater Urges Parish To Continue Hot Streak

December 12, 2023

[Written by Stephen Wright] Sergio Goater, the Hamilton Parish coach, has urged his side to continue their fine run of form as they prepare for their Friendship Trophy quarter-final against St George’s at Lord’s in St David’s on Sunday [December 17]. Parish won their fourth straight Premier Division match on Friday night, beating Somerset Trojans […]

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Court House Donates $4,500 To Mirrors

December 12, 2023

Court House Squash & Wellness and their membership raised $4,500 for the Mirrors Programme. A spokesperson said, “Since opening in 2009, Court House Squash & Wellness [Court House] has held several fitness-focused fundraising events to raise money for local charities. The Court House annual Members Christmas Party is an additional opportunity to give back to […]

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BF&M Share Repurchases For November 2023

December 12, 2023

In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, BF&M Limited advised that pursuant to its share repurchase programme, during the month of November 2023 the company has made the following share repurchases. Related Stories BF&M Prepare 300 Packages, Donate $20K BF&M Sponsors Free For February At NMB Endeavour & BF&M No Limits Sailing Programme Bermuda Championship Seeking […]

Jarryd Dillas withdraws from Bermuda APGA Championship

December 12, 2023

Jarryd Dillas has withdrawn from the Butterfield Bermuda APGA Championship, which is scheduled to begin at Port Royal Golf Course on Tuesday.
The top local amateur was forced to make the difficult dec…

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Police Confirm: Man Dies After Shooting

December 11, 2023

[Updating] The police are responding to a shooting in the Mary Victoria Road area in Devonshire this evening [Dec 11], with multiple police vehicles and officers on scene and crime scene tape is visible. Further details are limited at this time, however we will update as able. Update 9.05pm: Audio | Initial police statement on […]

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Man injured in Devonshire shooting

December 11, 2023

A man has been rushed to hospital suffering from multiple gunshot wounds after an incident in Devonshire tonight.
According to police, Mary Victoria Road residents raised the alarm shortly after 7.45p…

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Photos: Christmas Carol-Off At Airport Day #1

December 11, 2023

The ‘Great Christmas Carol-Off’ started today [Dec 11] with school choirs from across the island, including Saltus Upper Primary, Elliot Primary, Gilbert Institute, Paget Primary, Victor Scott, Harrington Sound, and Northlands Primary, gathering to showcase their musical talents. The festive performances aren’t just for applause; there are over $8,000 in prizes up for grabs to support the […]

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Police Confirm: Shooting In Devonshire

December 11, 2023

[Updating] The police are responding to a shooting in the Mary Victoria Road area in Devonshire this evening [Dec 11], with multiple police vehicles and officers on scene and crime scene tape is visible. Further details are limited at this time, however we will update as able. Related Stories Police Appeal For Witnesses After Shooting […]

Local pair make good start at Allianz Youth World Sailing Championships

December 11, 2023

Bermuda’s PJ Rodrigues and Christian Ebbin got their debut at the Allianz Youth World Sailing Championships in Brazil off to a good start on Monday.
The local pair returned ashore in sixth place, 12 p…

Trophy Day tribute to karting pioneer Maynard ‘Duke’ Soares

December 11, 2023

Brian Bulhoes, Jason North, David Barbosa and Tanner Correia were at their best to clinch titles at a special Trophy race day in honour of Maynard “Duke” Soares at Southside Raceway on Sunday.
The day…

Unbeaten Devonshire Colts stretch their lead in the First Division

December 11, 2023

Wolves 0 Devonshire Colts 2

Devonshire Colts stretched their lead at the top of the First Division after maintaining their unbeaten streak in a scrappy clash at Bernard Park on Sunday.
Sage’ Blai…

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Turner Named To Concacaf League B Best

December 11, 2023

Bermuda goalkeeper Zakhari Turner has been named to the W Gold Cup League B Best XI following the November/December window. The Concacaf website said, “The November/December window of League B of the Road To W Gold Cup is complete. Many players delivered top performances over the course of the matches, yet these 11 players stood […]

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Photos & Video: Holiday Fest In Dockyard

December 11, 2023

Holiday Fest was held in Dockyard this weekend, with an array of live entertainment and activities including face painting, fun castles, and more. You can view all our coverage of Christmas here, more than 300 videos from Christmas celebrations over the years here on Bernews.TV, Related Stories Photos & Video: Children Greet Santa At Airport […]

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Weather Forecast For Tuesday December 12

December 11, 2023

Tuesday, December 12 is expected to experience rain showers in the morning then thundershowers in the afternoon, with the high to be near 23°C/73°F and the low to be near 18°C/65°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be S. The relative humidity is expected to be near 84%. Sunrise will be […]

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Irbisio Green Fund Launches With $100M Target

December 11, 2023

The Irbisio Green Energy Fund is officially launching, aiming “to provide an integrated approach to clean technology infrastructure investing.” A spokesperson said, “Irbisio Green Energy Fund is launching today to provide an integrated approach to clean technology infrastructure investing. With an initial target of $100 million to be deployed in two years, Irbisio will finance […]

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Human Rights: Freedom, Equality, Justice For All

December 11, 2023

“Yesterday, December 10, 2023, marked the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Bermuda proudly stands in solidarity with the global community to honor this groundbreaking pledge. This year’s theme, ‘Freedom, Equality, and Justice for All,’ resonates profoundly as we reaffirm our commitment to upholding the inalienable rights of every individual, transcending boundaries […]

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BRSC: develop transportation plans for holiday parties

December 11, 2023

Groups organising holiday events are urged to consider how attendees will get home .
The Bermuda Road Safety Council said in a statement: “As we enter into the Christmas holiday period, there will be …

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Bands to perform Christmas carols throughout Bermuda

December 11, 2023

Bands will perform holiday carols throughout the island leading up to Christmas.
The Government posted on X that on December 9, the Royal Bermuda Regiment and Salvation Army bands entertained people …

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Government consultant pens book on gang culture

December 11, 2023

A government gang violence consultant has written a book about the origins and causes of gang culture.

Gang Violence Is By Design: Exposing the Lie, by Leroy Bean, seeks to highlight “the systemat…

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Premier: COP28 meeting will bring benefits to Bermuda

December 11, 2023

Government efforts to forge closer ties and business links with potential partners in the Middle East are coming to fruition, according to the Premier.
David Burt, who is also the Minister of Finance,…

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PwC Sponsors Eve’s Pond Nature Reserve

December 11, 2023

PwC Bermuda has committed to a five year, $73,000 sponsorship of Eve’s Pond Nature Reserve in Hamilton Parish. A spokesperson said, “The 3.4 acre nature reserve, just west of Shelly Bay on North Shore Road, belongs jointly to the Bermuda Audubon Society and the Bermuda National Trust as part of their Buy Back Bermuda partnership. […]

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BRSC Asks Events To Use Transportation Plans

December 11, 2023

The Bermuda Road Safety Council [BRSC] is encouraging “event planners, organizers, and hosts of large events to incorporate a transportation plan for their guests.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Road Safety Council would like to take this time to re-emphasize our Transportation Plan initiative. The transportation plan initiative asks and encourages all event planners, organizers, […]

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PrivCom & HRC Mark Human Rights Day

December 11, 2023

In commemoration of Human Rights Day, the Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Bermuda [PrivCom] and the Human Rights Commission [HRC] marked “key milestones for privacy as a fundamental human right.” A spokesperson said, “This year, on the occasion of Human Rights Day, the Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Bermuda and the Human Rights […]

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Butterfield APGA Event Set For Dec 12 &13

December 11, 2023

The Butterfield Bermuda Championship is set to hold the Butterfield Bermuda APGA Championship in collaboration with the Advocates Professional Golf Association [APGA] and the PGA TOUR tomorrow [Dec 12] and Wednesday [Dec 13]. A spokesperson said, “The Butterfield Bermuda Championship is pleased to announce the return of the Butterfield Bermuda APGA Championship, in conjunction with […]

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Warwick Academy Swimmers Win More Medals

December 11, 2023

Several Warwick Academy swimmers advanced to the 2023 NC QCD Holiday Invite Finals on the final night of competition. Three more medals were added on the final night. During the 13-14 boys 200 yard freestyle A final, Logan Jones finished fourth, while Noah Maranzana finished sixth in the B final. Bella Howes finished with the […]

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GCS Magazine Interviews Jayson Jackson

December 11, 2023

[Written by Stephen Wright] Jayson Jackson, the head golf course superintendent for the Bermuda Government Golf Courses, was featured in last month’s edition of GCM, the official publication of the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America [GCSAA]. The Bermudian was interviewed before the PGA Tour’s Butterfield Bermuda Championship at the Port Royal Golf Course last […]

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Leverock On Bermuda Future, T20 And More

December 11, 2023

[Written by Stephen Wright] Kamau Leverock, the Bermuda national team cricketer, admits his career is at a “crossroads” after missing out on a US Open T20 professional contract. Leverock has been in devastating form with bat and ball and was named the Bermuda international player of the year at the recent Bermuda Cricket Board [BCB] […]

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Live Video: School Christmas Carol-Off At Airport

December 11, 2023

The ‘Great Christmas Carol-Off’ is taking place at the airport this week — with hundreds of students to take part as schools compete for over $8,000 in prizes to support their music programs — and you can tune in and watch live below. In an effort to streamline today’s coverage we have added all the videos […]

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Bedford & Sprincova Win Jingle Bell 5K Race

December 11, 2023

Jamie Bedford and Stepanka Sprincova raced to victory in the Red Cross Jingle Bell 5K race this weekend. Bedford clocked a winning time of 16:17, Jackson Langley was second in 16:51, and Tim Price was third clocking 17:35. Sprincova won in a time of 19:45, Teresa Ruiz was the second female finisher and 17th overall […]

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Sousa & Barnett Finish 16th In El Salvador

December 11, 2023

Bermuda’s Brandon Sousa and Benjamin Barnett concluded competing on the NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour at the Beach Sports Stadium of Flor Blanca Sports Complex in San Salvador, El Salvador. Sousa and Barnett took on Shawn Seabrookes and Clerique Ward from St. Kitts & Nevis in the match for 15th & 16th place. In the match, […]

OneComm ‘future proofing’ capacity with subsea cable upgrade

December 11, 2023

An upgrade to a subsea cable used by One Communications should be finalised by the middle of next year helping to future-proof its internet capacity.
The move is part of a multimillion-dollar investme…

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Minister Roban’s Trip To Barbados Cost $415.27

December 11, 2023

A trip in October 2023 by Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban to Barbados cost $415.27, according to a recent listing on the Government’s travel webpage. The trip duration was listed as from October 30, 2023 – November 2, 2023, and the web page listing said, “Deputy Premier and Minister of Home Affairs, the Hon. […]

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Sanaa Morris Competes In Wagner College Meet

December 11, 2023

Sanaa Morris and her Howard University women’s track and field teammates continued their indoor season, taking to the Ocean Breeze Athletic Complex, Staten Island, New York for the Wagner College Shootout. Morris finished 6th in Heat 5 of the women’s 60-meter dash clocking a time of 8.15 to finish 37th overall and she also finished […]

Victory at last for X-Roads as Donavan Thompson scores four

December 10, 2023

X-Roads 5 Dandy Town 2

X-Roads captain Donavan Thompson scored four and provided an assist to steer his side to their first Premier League victory of the season on Sunday.
Thompson, 29, has now s…

Jayori Fox scores stunner as Devonshire Cougars march to fourth successive win

December 10, 2023

St George’s 1 Devonshire Cougars 3

Jayori Fox was delighted to play a key role in helping Devonshire Cougars seal a fourth league win on the spin with victory at Wellington Oval on Sunday.
With t…

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360 Tour: Somers Gardens Christmas Lights

December 10, 2023

Somers Gardens in St. George’s is playing host to a festive Christmas display, and through Bernews’ 360-degree tour, you can take a virtual visit to this enchanting location. You can control your perspective by moving your mouse to explore different angles or zoom in for a closer look and switch views by clicking on the […]

Substitute Adio DeShields-Tankard rescues point for North Village

December 10, 2023

North Village 1 Young Men’s Social Club 1

Substitute Adio DeShields-Tankard scored four minutes after coming off the bench to preserve Premier Division leaders North Village’s unbeaten record in …

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North Village Community Club Enjoying Success

December 10, 2023

[Written by Patrick Bean] What’s in a name? When it comes to the word ‘community’ in North Village Community Club, therein lies the foundation of the organisation, with its serving up of various organised sporting, recreational, and learning activities for those of – but not limited to – the north Hamilton and northeast areas of […]

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Attorney General’s Trip To NY Cost $4523.97

December 10, 2023

A trip in October 2023 by Minister of Legal Affairs and Attorney General Kathy Simmons to New York cost $4523.97, according to a recent listing on the Government’s travel webpage. The trip duration was listed as from October 2, 2023 – October 6, 2023, and the web page listing said, “The Attorney-General and Minister of […]

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Weather Forecast For Monday December 11

December 10, 2023

Monday, December 11 is expected to be windy, with the high to be near 23°C/74°F and the low to be near 20°C/68°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 70%. Sunrise will be at 7:10am and sunset will be at 5:14pm. High […]

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US Consulate Statement On Passport Code Issue

December 10, 2023

Noting they are aware of “reports of Bermudians experiencing additional questioning or delays at some international borders,” the U.S. Consulate said it is not due to any changes in U.S. procedures, but as technical changes in passports issued in the UK “to British Overseas Territory Citizens [BOTC] have made it more difficult for some airline […]

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Photos & Video: Tree Tops II Christmas Concert

December 10, 2023

In a flurry of infectious holiday cheer, Tree Tops 2 Preschool held their annual Christmas concert, with the festive performance featuring children aged 18 months to 4 years. A spokesperson said, “Tree Tops 2 Preschool at St. Anne’s Church Hall, Southampton, held their annual Christmas Concert on Friday 8th December to a packed Church Hall. […]

Bacardi in industry first with glass spirits bottle trial

December 10, 2023

Bacardi, the Bermudian-based drinks giant, has completed the world’s first commercial production of a glass spirits bottle fuelled by hydrogen in a trial that took place earlier this month.
The compan…

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Live Video: Court Street Shopping Market

December 10, 2023

The Court Street Market, featuring approximately 50 vendors along Court Street, is taking place today [Dec 10] and you can tune in and watch live below. A spokesperson previously said, “The Court Street Market will be held on December 10 and again on December 17th from 12 noon to 6 pm. As always there will […]

Festival of football at National Stadium on schools finals day

December 10, 2023

The National Sports Centre buzzed, blared and ballooned in festival as an abundance of talent shone through much of a sun-filled Saturday afternoon.
Hopes and aspirations of many a player and partisan…

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C&B Team Earns PSEA Award For November

December 10, 2023

The Government of Bermuda’s Compensation & Benefits [C&B] Team earned the Public Service Excellence Award [PSEA] for November. A Government spokesperson said, “On Friday [Dec. 8], Premier David Burt congratulated the Government of Bermuda’s Compensation & Benefits [C&B] Team, who are the Public Service Excellence Awards [PSEA] winners for November. “The C&B Team which falls […]

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Motorcyclist Arrested For Driving While Impaired

December 10, 2023

A motorcycle rider — with a ‘small child on the back of the motorcycle’ — was arrested for driving while impaired while riding a motorcycle that had previously been reported stolen, and a “relative of the arrested man attended the scene where he became combative and was arrested,” the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson […]

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Warwick Academy Swimmers Win Four Medals

December 10, 2023

Several Warwick Academy swimmers advanced to 2023 NC QCD Holiday Invite Finals on the opening night of competition in the U.S, with the swimmers winning a total of four medals. Adriana Argent won a bronze medal competing in the girls 500 yard freestyle A final clocking a time of 5:22.65, while Jorgia White finished 7th […]

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Biker with child on bike leads police on high-speed chase

December 10, 2023

A motorcyclist led police on a high-speed chase along North Shore Road in Hamilton Parish late on Friday — with a young child riding pillion on the speeding vehicle.
According to police, a mobile patr…