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Results: Harness Pony Racing Week 2

The Harness Pony Racing Season moved into their second week of racing at the National Equestrian Center on Vesey Street. Race One in the 1:03&4 & Faster Time Bar Class, Double Time with Dylan DeSilva in the bike clocked a winning time of 1:05&2, Google Me and Candyce Martins was second clocking 1:05&3 and Kayla […]

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Bermuda Harness Pony Racing Results

Harness Pony racing returned to the track for another round of action at the National Equestrian Center on Vesey Street. In the opening race of the evening, Christian Truran was in the bike of Gold N Glory as they won the 1:03&4 & Faster Time Bar Class race with a time of 1:03&3, War Machine […]

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Bermuda Harness Pony Racing Weekend Results

The Harness Pony Racing season continued at the National Equestrian Center on Vesey Street. Race One in the 1:03&3 and Faster Time Bar Class saw Andrea Westerfield in the bike of Custard the Dragon clock a winning time of 1:04 flat, while War Machine with Kayla Cardwell in the bike finished second with a time […]

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Bermuda Harness Pony Racing Results

The Harness Pony Racing Season resumed at the National Equestrian Center on Vesey Street. In Heat One the 1:03&3 & Faster Time Bar Class, Kiwon Waldron in the bike of Pocket de Gold clocked a winning time of 1:05&4, Christian Truran in the bike of Gold-N-Glory finished second in 1:06 flat and the third place […]

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Results: Bermuda Harness Pony Racing

The Harness Pony Racing Season resumed at the National Equestrian Center on Vesey Street. In the 1:03&3 & Faster Time Bar Class Heat 10 saw Christian Truran and Gold-N-Glory clock a winning time of 1:02&1, while Dylan DeSilva in the bike of Simsfield Hardtime clock the second fastest time of 1:02&4 and finishing third was […]

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Bermuda Harness Pony Racing Results

The Driving Horse & Pony Club of Bermuda [DHPC] Harness Racing season continued on Saturday [Dec 14] at the National Equestrian Center on Vesey Street in Devonshire. The full results follow below [PDF here]: Related Stories Bermuda Harness Pony Racing Results Bermuda Harness Pony Racing Results Bermuda Harness Pony Racing Results Results: Bermuda Harness Pony […]

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Bermuda Harness Pony Racing Results

The Driving Horse & Pony Club of Bermuda [DHPC] Harness Racing season continued this weekend at the National Equestrian Center on Vesey Street in Devonshire, and the results follow below. The full results follow below [PDF here]: Related Stories Bermuda Harness Pony Racing Results Bermuda Harness Pony Racing Results New Years Day Harness Pony Racing Results Bermuda Harness […]

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Photos, Video & Results: Harness Pony Racing

The Driving Horse & Pony Club [DHPC] held a day of harness pony racing yesterday [Dec 26] at the National Equestrian Center on Vesey Street. The first heat was the 1:03&3 & Faster Time Bar Class, with Kiwon Waldron in the bike of Special Gold clocking a winning time of 1:02&1 and Kayla Caldwell in […]

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New Years Day Harness Pony Racing Results

New Years Day traditionally includes Harness Pony Racing at the National Equestrian Center on Vesey Street, with racers taking to the track to start the new year. Heat Two on the day was the 1:05&2 – 1:06&3 Time Bar Class, that saw three ponies cross the line with the exact same time of 1:08&4. Kiwon Waldron […]

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Bermuda Harness Pony Racing Results

The Bermuda Harness Pony Racing Season resumed at the National Equestrian Center on Vesey Street this weekend, with a full slate of races. During the 1:02&4 & Faster Time Bar Class, Dylan DeSilva in the bike of Simsfield Hardtimes clocked winning time of 1:02&2, Special Gold with Darico Clarke in the bike finished second in […]

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Photos, Video & Results: Harness Pony Racing

[Updated with video, PDF & photos] The Harness Pony Racing Season continued at the National Equestrian Center on Vesey Street. In Heat One, Pocket De Gold with Kiwon Waldron in the bike clocked a winning time of 1:05 flat in the 1:02&3 & Faster Time Bar Class, Christian Truran in the bike of Gold-N-Glory finished […]

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Video & Results: Bermuda Harness Pony Racing

[Updated with PDF] The opening race of the day in Bermuda Harness Pony Racing at Vesey Street set the tone for the day. Kiwon Waldron in the bike of Special Gold battles Kayla Caldwell in the bike of War Machine in the 1:02&3 & Faster Time Bar Class, with Waldron and Special Gold edging Caldwell […]

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Bermuda Harness Pony Racing Results

Harness Pony Racing at the National Equestrian Center on Vesey Street saw the opening day of Champions of Champions racing. War Machine with Kiwon Waldron in the bike won the 1:02&3 and faster time bar class race clocking a time of 1:02&1, while Custard the Dragon and Andrea Westerfield won the 1:02&4 – 1:04 time […]

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Budget: Transitional Living Facility To Be Created

A transitional living regime for children who are too old for the care of Child and Family Services will be established which will ensure housing stability, while providing support and guidance, the Government has announced. This was included in the 2020 Budget, with the relevant portion of the Budget Speech stating, “Safeguarding of children is […]

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‘Bermudian Excellence’ Facebook Covers

Show off your Bermudian pride during Heritage Month by utilizing the ;Bermudian Excellence’ Facebook cover graphics at BermudaCovers.com, turning your Facebook profile page into an homage to your heritage! Taking place throughout the month of May, Heritage Month has seen a number of events take place, with the upcoming Bermuda Day weekend marking the highlight […]

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Bermuda ‘Love Wins’ Facebook Cover Graphics

June marks Pride Month, and you can show off your LGBTQ and Bermudian pride by using these themed Facebook cover graphics in order to decorate your profile. Part of the Bernews network, BermudaCovers.com offers an array of island-themed Facebook cover photos to adorn your profile, including shots of our beautiful beaches, interesting designs, covers with […]

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Bermuda Football Facebook Cover Graphics

Show off your support for Bermuda’s football team as they make their historic debut in the 2019 Concacaf Gold Cup by using these Facebook cover graphics in order to decorate your profile! Part of the Bernews network, BermudaCovers.com offers an array of island-themed Facebook cover photos to adorn your profile, including shots of our beautiful beaches, interesting […]

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Support Your Cup Match Team On Facebook

With Cup Match mere weeks away, people across the island are getting set to side with Somerset or St. George’s and show off their colours during the event. No matter which team you claim as your own, BermudaCovers.com has the graphics you need to turn your Facebook profile into a bastion of red or blue […]

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Bermuda Pride LBGTQI Facebook Cover Designs

With Bermuda’s first Pride Parade set to take place this Saturday [Aug 31] a new set of Facebook timeline covers is available, incorporating the ‘official’ rainbow colours and, of course, a Bermudian theme. In explaining why the Bermuda Pride logo includes extra stripes, the Bermuda Pride website notes, “In organising Bermuda’s first ever Pride we […]

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Bermuda Themed Christmas Facebook Covers

As the island prepares to start getting into the Christmas spirit, you can e-join in by using these Bermuda-themed Christmas Facebook and Twitter covers, as well as mobile phone wallpapers that turn your social media profile and mobile device into a showcase of both Christmas cheer and island pride! Part of the Bernews network, BermudaCovers.com […]

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Bermuda Themed New Year Facebook Covers

Celebrate the New Year with a Bermudian vibe by using these Bermuda-themed New Year’s Facebook and Twitter covers, as well as mobile phone wallpapers that turn your social media profile and mobile device into a showcase of both New Year’s celebration and island pride! Part of the Bernews network, BermudaCovers.com offers a wide array of […]

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4.3 Million Social Reach For Nahki Wells Mentions

Over the past week Bermudians have been keenly following and discussing the transfer news as it relates to Nahki Wells, and we were far from the only ones, with a social media analytics service indicating that mentions of the footballer had a social media reach of some 4.3 million, spanning nations across the globe. This number […]

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WHO Offer Covid-19 Facts Via WhatsApp

The World Health Organization [WHO] has partnered with WhatsApp to bring facts about Covid-19 to people around the globe, launching an easy to use service which allows people to ask questions via the popular messaging service. Bernews signed up and tested it out, and found it very simple to use and comprehensive; it presents you […]

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‘Stay Home, Stay Safe’ Facebook Covers

Decorate your Facebook profile with these cover graphics in order to remind both yourself and others that staying home can save lives during the Covid-19 pandemic. With Bermuda’s ‘Shelter in Place’ order scheduled to last until at least May 2nd, and social distancing measures expected to continue past that, these cover graphics will allow you […]

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Muldoon Awarded NESCAC All-Academic Honors

Bates College Men’s Squash player Dylan Muldoon has been awarded New England Small College Athletic Conference [NESCAC] Winter All-Academic Honors. To be honored, a student-athlete must have reached sophomore academic standing and be a varsity letter winner with a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.50. A total of 964 student-athletes have been named […]

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Bridal Magazine Features Bermuda Backdrop

Canadian bridal magazine Today’s Bride recently utilized Bermuda’s beauty as a backdrop for a photo shoot for their magazine, saying that “Bermuda is one of the loveliest places we have ever had the pleasure of visiting.” In a post on Instagram, the magazine said, “Can’t think of a better way to celebrate travel Tuesday than […]

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Bermuda Backdrop For New Fashion Collection

Bermuda over the long Cup Match weekend provided the ideal backdrop to showcase Haitian-American fashion designer Kerby Jean-Raymond’s latest collection, with Bermudian models also being featured in the publication. In a recent spread in the online edition of Elle magazine, Mr. Jean-Raymond — who first came to prominence with his Pyer Moss’ label spring menswear […]

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Photos & Video: Mr & Miss CedarBridge Academy

[Updated with photos] Rayquon Woodley-Smith & Tamia Place were last night [Oct 19] crowned Mr. & Miss CedarBridge Academy 2019-2020. Fifteen senior students vied for the illustrious crown and title of Mr. and Miss CedarBridge Academy at a crowd filled Ruth Seaton James Centre for the Performing Arts. CedarBridge Academy senior girls Atiya Furqan, Calai […]

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Turini Styles Top Actresses For T Magazine

Shiona Turini recently worked as a stylist for The New York Times’ T Magazine, with the Bermudian fashion consultant styling a group which included a number of highly prominent black actresses and entertainers including Halle Berry, Taraji Henson, Mary J. Blige, Angela Bassett, Lynn Whitfield, Kimberly Elise, and Viola Davis. Sharing one of the shoot’s photos […]

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Teachers Union Sign Off On Job Descriptions

The Bermuda Union of Teachers said they have signed off on the long awaited Job Descriptions for Para-educators and Educational Therapist Assistants. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Union of Teachers is happy to reveal that after a twenty year battle for clarity, this Union has signed off on the long awaited Job Descriptions [JD] for […]

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Impact Mentoring To Launch New Campaign

Impact Mentoring Academy will be launching a new capital campaign, which involves a seven-year strategic plan. A spokesperson said, “Impact Mentoring Academy is launching a new capital campaign to form a bridge to the future of education in Bermuda! “The seven-year strategic plan [2018-2025] is focused on transitioning the academy into the premier site for […]

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CedarBridge Academy Honours Three Women

Cedarbridge Academy staged a tree planting yesterday [March 11] in order to mark International Women’s Day, honouring three women “who have made significant contributions to the school.” The planting took place in accord with Vision 2020’s goal of planting 2,020 trees by the end of the year. CedarBridge Deputy Principal Kalreta Conyers-Steede relayed remarks on […]

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Warwick Academy Remote Learning Programme

[Written by Warwick Academy student An Mei Daniels] My school, Warwick Academy, is now several days into its programme of remote learning, which commenced on Friday 20th March in response to school closures due to the Covid-19 virus. In the days leading up to the school closure, teachers immediately started training so that the remote […]

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Warwick Academy Lend Van To Workers

Warwick Academy is lending their recently purchased minibus to help transport Bermuda’s front line workers, with the school noting that they are happy to be able to help Bermuda and the community and wish everyone the best. The school had recently purchased the mini bus in order to transport students to all sporting events, field […]

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Warwick Academy Selects New Student Leaders

Warwick Academy recently announced their new student leaders for 2020-21. A spokesperson said, “This past week Warwick Academy rolled out their new student leaders for 2020-21. In the normal physical school setting the 2019-20 student leaders would be going on study leave and the new leaders would take up their roles. School is carrying on […]

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Impact Mentoring Academy Virtual Open House

Impact Mentoring Academy [IMA] will be hosting a virtual open house for parents and students from April 28 to April 30. A spokesperson said, “Impact Mentoring Academy will be hosting a virtual open house this week on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. “The single-gender academy has been in full swing even through the Covid-19 ‘Shelter in […]

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Column: In Celebration Of Principals & Teachers

[Written by Reeshemah Swan] Someone once said that, “…it is during adversity that one finds creativity…” As we enter another week of school buildings being closed, let us take the time to celebrate the non-essential front line workers who have been teaching school at home. In essence, school is open and continues to be – […]

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Court: Man Accused Of Trespass With Machete

[Written by Don Burgess] A Sandys man will have to appear in Supreme Court after being accused of allegedly trespassing on a home in St George’s with a machete. Keith Smith, 51, did not have to enter a plea to a charge of entering a Mullet Bay Road home in February 2019, and causing actual […]

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Court: Man Facing Firearm Importation Charges

[Written by Don Burgess] A 37-year-old man will have his case heard in Supreme Court, with the defendant facing three firearm importation charges. James Rumley, 37, of both Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Sandys, is facing three counts of bringing in firearm components without a licence. Magistrates Court heard that Mr Rumley allegedly brought in gun parts on […]

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Court: Man Admits Threat, Having A Machete

[Written by Don Burgess] In Magistrates Court, a 41-year-old man asked for help for his alcohol problems after admitting two offences. Dimetri Robinson pleaded guilty to have a bladed article longer than three inches, namely a machete, without good reason. He also admitted to threatening a person at his office at the Lorraine Rest Home by […]

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Bermudian Actor Reflects On Motown Role

With the tour of hit show “Motown the Musical” recently kicking off in Chicago, Illinois, Bermudian actor Nicholas Christopher, a member of the show’s original cast who is currently playing Smokey Robinson in the production, was interviewed by Broadway World about growing up in Bermuda, the role that Motown-era music played in his upbringing, and […]

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Warwick Academy To Present ‘Frisco 77'

Warwick Academy is getting set to present a production of Frisco 77, a musical show set in the 1970s and focusing on the disco culture of the time. Official Warwick Academy ‘Frisco 77′ trailer: The show will debut with a gala dinner on November 19, 2014, while also showing on November 20, 21, and 22. […]

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Bermuda Festival To Host Acting Master Classes

The Bermuda Festival Outreach Programme is offering two masterclasses in acting technique led by a cast member of Walnut Street Theatre. Here to perform A Life in the Theatre, the Walnut Street Theatre will focus on improving participants’ acting technique. These masterclasses will be centered on activities that are designed to improve technique and explore […]

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Actor Herbert Plays Historic Role In Production

Bermudian actor Daren A. Herbert is getting set to take on the role of Burrs, a vaudeville performer who makes his living in blackface, in a Toronto-based production of the musical ‘The Wild Party’. The Toronto production is casting — for the first time, to anyone’s knowledge — a black actor in the role, according […]

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Vacation Rental Renewal Deadline Extended

The Ministry of Tourism and Transport announced that the deadline for the renewal of vacation rental properties has been extended. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Tourism and Transport has extended the deadline for the renewal of vacation rental properties. All current vacation rental property owners that do not fall under rent control, will […]

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Bermudiana Beach Resort Launch Condo Sales

Today [Oct 21], Bermudiana Development Company Limited announces the launch of sales at the Bermudiana Beach Resort, with prices starting at $415,000 for studios, $465,000 for one-bedroom condos, $558,000 for two- bedroom condos and $750,000 for three-bedroom condos. A spokesperson said, “Today, Bermudiana Development Company Limited announces the launch of sales at the Bermudiana Beach Resort. […]

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Bermudiana Beach Resort Appoints Management

Bermudiana Beach Resort has appointed three Bermudians — Allen Walker, Deborah Leverock, and Donovan Simmons — as the senior management team as the South Shore, Warwick property prepares to officially open later this year. A spokesperson said, “Bermudiana Beach Resort has appointed three Bermudians as the senior management team at Bermuda’s first branded condo hotel, […]

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Column: Market Vacation Rental On Social Media

[Column written by Ade Brown] Vacation rental owners should use social media to market their properties directly to a wide variety of potential guests. Social media can be used as a free advertising tool in reaching people all around the world. People can come across your page simply by scrolling through their feed, and every […]

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Minister Caines Welcomes UK Defence Attaché

In advance of today’s launch of Bermuda’s first ever Coast Guard Unit, the Minister of National Security Wayne Caines, welcomed Air Vice Marshal Gavin Parker to the Ministry headquarters yesterday [Feb. 5] to discuss a number of matters under the national security umbrella. Air Vice Marshal Parker is the Defence Attaché and Head of British […]

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Regiment Help Enforce “Shelter In Place” Rules

Royal Bermuda Regiment soldiers have completed their first weekend since “shelter in place” rules to combat Covid-19 were introduced. The new regime – a 24-hour lockdown except for essential trips – was enforced by RBR manned checkpoints and mobile patrols over the hours of darkness. RBR Commanding Officer Major Ben Beasley said soldiers were also […]

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