Bermuda News Updates

[Written by Stephen Wright] LeiLanni Nesbeth said the Bermuda women’s football team have set their sights on winning the gold medal at the NatWest International Island Games in Guernsey, the Channel Islands. The attacking midfielder is one of the notable names in coach Naquita Robinson’s squad for the biennial Games, which start on Saturday [July […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda’s bowlers came seventh in the men’s trios event at the Central American and Caribbean Games in San Salvador, El Salvador, yesterday [July 2]. The island’s team of Carl Reid, Dayvon Tucker and Dennis Joell finished with 3,456 pins. Bermuda’s bowlers, who missed the first three days of competition due to […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda distance runner Kahzi Sealey has reflected on his comfortable victory in the Powerade 5K run yesterday. Sealey finished the race, which started and finished at Butterfield and Vallis in Orange Valley, Devonshire, in 16min 54sec. Kallan Richardson came second in 17:03, with Domico Watson placing third in 18:03. Gabriella Cechini […]

The 5th anniversary edition of Motor Fest was held today [July 2] on Front Street in Hamilton. A spokesperson previously said, “There will be 15 categories for Best in Show this year, having added trophies for Best Scrambler and Best Street Scram. The cash prize pool has increased from $3,000 to $5,000, with an expectation […]

The Port Royal Golf Course will be closed on July 3rd and July 4th “for mandatory golf course maintenance.” A spokesperson said, “The course will reopen on Wednesday July 5th [7:00am-6:00pm].” Related Stories Bermuda Match Play Championships Postponed Upcoming: Bermuda Four-Ball Championships Port Royal To Host Professional Championship Golf Outreach Summer Program Continues Golf: BJGA […]

Kahzi Sealey and Gabriella Cechini raced to victory in the Powerade 5K race this morning [July 2], with the running and walking event starting and finishing at Butterfield & Vallis in Devonshire. The race saw the island’s young runners make huge showings, with the 19-year-old Sealey followed by 17-year-old Kallan Richardson placing second in the […]

“Embrace the challenges, for they will strengthen you. Seek knowledge, for it will guide you,” said Minister of National Security Michael Weeks as he addressed the young boys in the I AM programme, bringing together 70 boys from primary schools to foster positive ambitions and development. A Government spokesperson said, “Recently, the Ministry of National […]

“Our tourism product extends beyond the hotel. Restaurants and attractions are an essential component of the visitor experience and have long been associated with visitor satisfaction. This amended legislation will stimulate local investment in the delivery of an enhanced Bermudian product,” said the Minister of Tourism and the Cabinet Office, Vance Campbell, who reminded the […]

Bermuda HealthCare Services [BHCS] and Brown-Darrell Clinic continued their quarterly Docs for Dinner series on June 29 at the Hamilton Princess Hotel & Beach Club, with a lecture by Dr. Matthew McAdams, Director of the Multiple Sclerosis Center at Lahey Hospital & Medical Center. BHCS Founder and Executive Chairman Dr. Ewart Brown stated, “Dr. McAdams’ […]

The police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating 16-year-old Tejah Bean. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 16-year-old Tejah Bean. “Tejah is described as being 5’ 11” in height, brown complexioned, slim built, weighing about 150 lbs, with long, dark brown hair, worn in twists. […]

Monday, July 3 is expected to be sunny, with the high to be near 29°C/84°F and the low to be near 24°C/76°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 75%. Sunrise will be at 6:16am and sunset will be at 8:30pm. High […]

During June 2023, the top 10 ‘most liked’ photos on the Bernews Instagram page included the Carnival In Bermuda ‘Jam’ J’Ouvert celebration, the unveiling of the Bermuda sign, the Royal Air Force’s visit, the You Go Girl race event in Hamilton, Taj Donville-Outerbridge winning awards in the UK, the $2.9 million drugs seized by the Police […]

Titan Express & The African Bermuda Dispersion Cultural Tours is offering the Mary Prince Legacy Bus Tour this month. A spokesperson said, “In recognition of Emancipation, Titan Express & The African Bermuda Dispersion Cultural Tours is offering in July, “The Mary Prince Legacy Bus Tour”. The tour highlights Mary Prince’s experiences and visits places where […]

Treefrogs celebrating Carnival, rainbow heart coral reefs, rainbow onions, and the eye of the storm are the images included in the latest series of virtual art galleries on our network site ForeverBermuda.com, with the creative series designed to highlight Bermudian culture and heritage. The seventh month of galleries feature treefrogs, rainbow heart coral reefs, rainbow […]

Hamilton Princess & Beach Club held an Open House event to showcase their four newly created Executive Board Rooms – Tea Rose & Tea Rose Terrace, Lemon Grove, Heron’s Nest and Turtle Bay — which are located in the Fairmont Gold wing on the second floor. Related Stories Marina Nights At Hamilton Princess Returns Hamilton […]

Warwick Workmen’s Club defeated the defending Western County Cup Champions Southampton Rangers in the first round of the 2023 Cup Competition at the White Hill Field. Batting first the Southampton Rangers were bowled out for 101, Nahlyah Raynor was the top scorer with 29, Malachi Jones was the pick of the Warwick Workmen’s Club bowlers […]

The Lamb Foggo Urgent Care Centre [UCC] will be closed today[July 2] “due to a shortage of staff.” A spokesperson said, “The public is advised that the Lamb Foggo Urgent Care Centre [UCC] will be closed today, Sunday 2 July 2023. This is unfortunately due to a shortage of staff. “Bermuda Hospitals Board apologises for […]

The Bermuda Equestrian Federation hosted their Annual General Meeting recently, with McKeisha Smith re-elected as President. Cole Simons was elected as the Vice President, Helen James will serve as the Treasurer, Jamie Masters McDowell is the Secretary General, while Lisa Frias is the Board Secretary & Governance. Committee Leaders include Colin Mello – NEC Facilities, […]

The Powerade 5K race is being held this morning [July 2], with the running and walking event starting and finishing at Butterfield & Vallis, Orange Valley in Devonshire. We will have a photo gallery later on, and in the meantime the live video is below. Related Stories Video: Minister Supports Hamilton Rotary 5K Six Hours […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] The Bermuda women’s hockey team achieved a win at the Central American and Caribbean Games in Santo Domingo, the Dominican Republic, after defeating Puerto Rico 4-0 yesterday [July 1]. Yvonna Osborne, Maha Clarke, Georgia Harris and Alyssa DeSilva scored the goals for Bermuda in their final preliminary round pool B game […]

News that Emma Harvey and Madelyn Moore won medals at the CAC Games, Clearwater Middle School students brought Mary Prince’s legacy to life, Lancashire Insurance Group donated $50,000 to Waterstart, and Mishale Corday received the Brown Family Scholarship were all some of the positive news stories from the past week. In additional good news, Yushae […]

In celebration of Canada Day, the Association of Canadians in Bermuda [ACIB] hosted their Canada Day BBQ Beach Party this afternoon [July 1] at Warwick Long Bay, with crowds of people spending the afternoon socializing and having fun on the beach. Related Stories Photos, Video & 360: Canada Day Beach Party Photo Set II: Canada […]

Bermuda Healthcare Services [BHCS] celebrated their 30th anniversary today [July 1] with a patient appreciation reception. A spokesperson said, “The event, hosted by former premier and Bermuda Healthcare Services owner Dr. Ewart Brown saw guests gather at the Brown-Darrell Clinic for speeches and refreshments. Speakers included Dr. Brown, Dr. Mahesh Reddy, Medical Director and Tracey […]

In an effort to provide everyone with a look at the island’s natural beauty each morning, Bernews features a “Photo of the Day” in our email newsletters and on social media seven days a week. Judging by the number of reader’s “likes”, the month’s most popular photos included the  south shore, Warwick Long Bay, Flatts Inlet and […]

Sunday, July 2 is expected to see a mix of sun and cloud, with the high to be near 28°C/83°F and the low to be near 24°C/75°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NNW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 79%. Sunrise will be at 6.16am and sunset […]