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National Junior Squash Championships Day One

Day One of the AXA Bermuda National Junior Squash Championships concluded after a long day of competition today [Dec 21] at the Bermuda Squash Racquets Association Club. The Boys Under 19 semi final’s saw Anaya Smith defeat Charlie Riker 11-6, 11-5, 11-6. He will face Taylor Carrick who defeated Matthew Elliott 11-6, 11-6, 11-3. Izzy […]

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National Junior Squash Championships Finals

The final day of play at the 2019 AXA Bermuda National Junior Squash Championships took place today [Dec 22] at the Bermuda Squash Racquets Association Club in Devonshire. Taylor Carrick won the Boys Under 19 final defeating Anaya Smith, while Charlotte Toogood won the Girls Under 19 final defeating Abigail Brewer. Matthew Elliott captured the […]

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Photos: Junior Squash Championships Finals

The final day of play at the 2019 AXA Bermuda National Junior Squash Championships took place at the Bermuda Squash Racquets Association Club in Devonshire, concluding just before Christmas. Taylor Carrick won the Boys Under 19 final defeating Anaya Smith, while Charlotte Toogood won the Girls Under 19 final defeating Abigail Brewer. Matthew Elliott captured […]

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Squash: Carrick Advances In British Junior Open

Taylor Carrick recently began competing in the Dunlop British Junior Open 2020. Playing in the Boy’s Under 19 Division, Carrick took on Pablo Dolz Marti from Spain. Carrick needed five games to advance, coming from behind to do so. In the end, Carrick defeated Marti 11-9, 4-11, 4-11, 11-7, 11-8. Related Stories Photos, Videos & […]

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Squash: Dylan Muldoon & Bates College Win

Dylan Muldoon and his No. 21 nationally ranked Bates Men’s Squash teammates defeated No. 20 Colby 5-4 for their sixth straight victory at the Bates Squash Center. Visiting Colby claimed points at the first, fifth, eighth and ninth positions in the lineup, but not enough to defeat the surging Bobcats. Muldoon won his match, and […]

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Elliott Wins Essex Junior Squash Plate Final

Matthew Elliott recently concluded competing in the Essex Junior Squash Open, competing in the Boy’s Under 17 Consolation Age Group Division. Elliott went in to the plate semi-final, where he defeated Max Chilver in five games, 9/11, 11/4, 11/8, 9/11, and 11/7. Elliott then matched up against Deniz Kucukarslan in the plate final, winning in […]

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Squash: Elliott Helps Felsted Advance To Finals

Bermuda’s Matthew Elliott helped his Felsted U16 squash team advance to the national finals after they defeated Charterhouse & Whitgift School during the Stage 2 Regional Round of the English National Schools Championship. The school’s match report said, “Felsted’s U16 team travelled to Surrey for the Stage 2 Regional Round of the English National Schools […]

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Bermuda To Host Pro Squash World Tour Events

International Professional Squash returns to Bermuda next month with the Men’s and Women’s Bermuda Open 2020, an official stop on the PSA Pro World Tour. The Bermuda Squash Racquets Association launched the event today with news that 32 professional players from all over the world will be in Bermuda competing from March 17-21 for $12,000 […]

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Results: BSRA February Classic 2020 Day One

The Bermuda Squash Association Club began hosting their February Classic 2020 at the Devonshire location. Rachel Barnes started warming up for the Bermuda Open with a five game win over Elijah Simmons 11-5, 7-11, 11-4, 9-11, 11-3 in Division A, while Anthony White defeated Eugene Bothello in the same Division 6-11, 13-11, 5-11, 11-5, 11-6. […]

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Results: BSRA February Classic 2020 Day Two

It was a marathon night at the Bermuda Squash Racquets Association Club as five matches across four divisions went 5 games, while six matches went 4 games. Nick Leach defeated Ben Bramlett in their A Division match 11-13, 11-9, 11-6, 11-13, 12-10, while in the B Division, Rhys Puddy defeated Susie Howells 11-7, 10-12, 5-11, […]

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Results: BSRA February Classic 2020 Day Three

The February Classic 2020 continued at the Bermuda Squash Racquets Association Club, with yet another full slate of matches taking to the court. In an A Division match Elijah Simmons defeated Nick Leach 11-8, 9-11, 12-10, 1-11, 11-8, while Victoria Stephens defeated Canty Corbin in another match that went five games 7-11, 11-2, 11-5, 8-11, […]

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BSRA February Classic 2020 Final Results

The BSRA February Classic 2020 recently concluded at the Bermuda Squash Racquets Association Club, with Anaya Smith winning the Division A, Alex Adelsberg winning the Division B, Andrew Cox winning the Division C, and Christine Barnes winning the Division D. Division A Final – Anaya Smith beat Anthony Fellowes 11-5, 11-2, 7-11, 11-8 Alex Southern […]

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Squash Event Postponed Due To Covid-19

The 2020 Bermuda Squash Open -- which was scheduled to be held next week with over 30 international players — has been postponed due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The Bermuda Squash Racquets Association said, “After much discussion with Bermuda Government, the PSA and with members of our own BSRA Committee we have decided to postpone the 2020 […]

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Unleashed: Show Us Your #WKDside On Nov 2

Chivas Entertainment will be hosting their “Unleashed: Show Us Your #WKDside” event on Saturday, November 2nd at Docksiders on Front Street. The night will be filled with entertainment with the event poster saying, “DJ Rusty G, Mista Genius, and DJ Mystro will play the best Soca, Reggae, Hip Hop, and the Top 40. Ttickets cost […]

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Column: Celebrating Emperor Haile Selassie I

[Written by Chris Famous] “Hail him without any apology. Hail His Imperial Majesty” – Burning Spear” “Look to the east for the crowning of a Black King” - Hon. Marcus Garvey On November 2nd, 1930 in Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia, Ras Tafari was crowned as His Imperial Majesty Emperor Haile Selassie the first and […]

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Video: St Paul AME Church Christmas Concert

The Choir of St. Paul A.M.E. Church is holding their annual Christmas Concert this evening [Dec 15], and you can tune in and watch live below. According to the event poster, the event will feature Mr. Jarrett O’Neal, Tislam Swift, Hanan Davis, Khadijah Davis, Tyler Hill, Marvin Allen, Joshua Troutman, Daniel McRath and Bermuda School […]

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Jugglin Jason To Host Program On Full 100 Radio

Jugglin Jason is set to host his popular radio program “The Office Workout” on The Full 100 Radio which will air Fridays from 10am to 3pm. A spokesperson said, “The Full 100 Radio is pleased to welcome its first live DJ, Bermuda’s own Jugglin Jason, to the family with his popular radio program the ‘Office […]

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Audio: Sir Dudley Releases ‘Gal Gone’ Song

Bermudian reggae artist Giles Spurling, also known as Sir Dudley, has released a new single titled Gal Gone. The song is composed of an instrumental created by Mr. IVibes of IVibes Productions and lyrics and vocals composed by Sir Dudley. The record was recorded, mixed and mastered at MassFX Recording by Mr. IVibes. A spokesperson […]

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Photos: Fashion Festival Final Evolution Show

The 10th anniversary Bermuda Fashion Festival got underway on Sunday [July 7] with the Final Evolution Fashion Show under the #1 car park tent on Front Street. The Bermuda All Star Show is a new production designed especially for the 10th anniversary and will take place tomorrow [July 9] featuring veteran Bermuda designers who will […]

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Photos: BDA Fashion Festival All Star Showcase

The 10th anniversary Bermuda Fashion Festival continued on Tuesday [July 9] with the Bermuda All Star Fashion Show under the #1 car park tent on Front Street. The Bermuda All Star Show is a new production designed especially for the 10th anniversary. The International Designer Show is set to take place on Thursday and is […]

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Town & Country Bermuda Fashion Spread

Young Hollywood heart-throbs Aisling Franciosi and Wolfgang Novogratz are featured in a major fashion spread shot in Bermuda at Town & Country magazine’s website. Irish-born Ms Franciosi has appeared in the TV shows The Fall and Game of Thrones and stars in the new movie The Nightingale, a historical drama. American Mr. Novogratz is known […]

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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: NOVA Mas Costume Launch

NOVA Mas International hosted their Carnival Costume Presentation & Launch Party Experience on Saturday evening [Feb 1] at the Berkeley Institute, putting a wide array of dazzling costumes on display. The event also included the showcasing of costumes by local designers Colita Cook-Shillingford and Barbie Paynter. NOVA Mas explained that Cook-Shillingford and Paynter participated in […]

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Turini Styles Kerry Washington For Variety

Bermudian fashion consultant Shiona Turini recently worked with American magazine Variety to style Kerry Washington for the publication’s cover photo shoot. Ms. Turini was also recently recognized for working with toy maker Mattel to style a line of Barbie dolls, and earlier this year attended the Costume Designers Guild Awards [CGDA] in Beverly Hills, California, […]

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Corbishley: Property Owner Was Not Involved

Following comments on social media about a property owner after a recent shooting, Police Commissioner Stephen Corbishley has moved to clarify that the owner of the property “had no involvement in this matter.” Commissioner Corbishley said, “On Sunday the 16th of February, following the shooting incident on Field View Lane, Pembroke, the BPS had cause […]

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Column: Ask Google For Learning Inspiration

[Opinion column written by OBA MP Susan Jackson] Unlike, I suspect, most adults, our children are natives to learning online. Toys are digital and internet connected. Smart toys with software and laptops are considered child’s play [for the child, anyway]. My own children were forced into online learning during 9/11 and winter storms. As a […]

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Court: Man Denies Sexual Assault Charges

[Written by Don Burgess] A 25-year-old man was charged with two counts of sexual assault. The man, who cannot be named at this stage for legal reasons, denied both charges which allegedly occurred in July of this year. He pleaded not guilty to grabbing a woman, and also denied exposing himself to the same woman […]

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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 Denies Assaulting Police Officer

Appearing in Magistrates Court today [Nov 7], a 28-year-old man denied assaulting an off duty police officer and threatening his wife. Jaron Roberts denied unlawfully assaulting PC Stephen Cosham and causing actual bodily harm in an increased penalty zone near Clearwater Beach, and also denied two counts of intimidation, with the court hearing he allegedly rode […]

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Court: Board To Review Eligibility For Release

The Parole Board has been “directed to convene a hearing within 14 days of the date of this judgment” for the purpose of reviewing Dennis Robinson’s “eligibility for release on licence.” This is according to a ruling from the Supreme Court in relation to an application for Judicial Review against a “decision to recall prisoner […]

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Court: Robinson Denies Mistreatment, Assault

Appearing in Magistrates Court, 51-year-old Kennette Robinson — the Assistant Director of Child and Family Services –  denied mistreatment of a child and unlawful assault. The offenses are alleged to have taken place at the LF Wade International Airport in St. Georges in May of last year. Senior Magistrate Juan Wolffe granted bail in the amount […]

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Court: 36-Year-Old Man Denies Sexual Assault

[Written by Don Burgess] A Warwick man pleaded not guilty to a sexual assault that allegedly occurred 17 years ago. The 36-year-old man, who cannot be named at this stage for legal reasons, elected to have his case tried in Magistrates Court rather than Supreme Court. The Crown said the offence happened sometime between April 1st […]

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UK Court: Swan Denies Assaulting Footballer

Damien Swan has pleaded not guilty in a British court to a charge of allegedly assaulting former footballer Gary McAllister, according to multiple reports from the British media. According to the West Yorkshire Police, “Damien Swan, aged 33, of Greenmount Terrace, Beeston, was charged by postal requisition with assault occasioning actual bodily harm in relation to […]

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Playlist Partners With Atlanta-Based Studio 27

PlayList Management [PLM], a local talent management and development company, has joined forces with Studio 27, an Atlanta-based talent/development company. This partnership was created during PLM’s annual Developing Artists Program 2014, which was recently completed in Atlanta. A spokesperson said, “Studio27 Model and Talent, founded by director and owner Cheryl Harris, is a full artist […]

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Herbert Appears In ‘En Vogue’ Christmas Movie

Bermudian actor Daren A. Herbert is playing a character named “Vaughn” in a new holiday-themed film featuring musical group En Vogue, titled “An En Vogue Christmas.” The made-for-television film debuted last month, and is set to air on the Lifetime LMN network twice more before Christmas Day, including tonight at 9.00pm and December 13 at 1.00am. […]

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Nicholas Christopher To Join Band Geeks Cast

Bermudian actor Nicholas Christopher is getting set to join the cast of a production of Band Geeks in Concert. The show, which will also star Ben Platt, Lindsay Mendez, and Patti Murin, will take place at Broadway supper club 54 Below today [Jan 18]. BroadwayWorld.com says, “Band Geeks features music by Mark Allen, Gaby Alter, […]

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Bermuda Festival To Offer Drama Masterclass

The Bermuda Festival Outreach Programme is offering a drama based masterclass led by the Aquila Theatre Company. This workshop is being offered to high school students with an interest in drama. Drama students will get the opportunity to explore some of the vocal, movement and acting techniques used by members of the Aquila in rehearsal […]

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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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Bermudians To Attend Florida Talent Showcase

PlayList Management, LLC [PLM], a local Talent Management & Development Company, through their Atlanta affiliate, Studio 27 Model and Talent, is sending eight talented Bermudians to Talent INC., a National Talent Showcase, held in Orlando, Florida next month [March 2015]. A spokesperson said, “Last summer, Studio27 Model and Talent, in conjunction with PLM, launched its […]

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The ‘Second Last Supper’ Set For Late March

With an all star cast of over 30 members, a live band, a dramatic opening and more, Dale Butler [pictured left] is set to release his third play, directed by Rotimi Martins, entitled ‘The Second Last Supper.’ The play will be staged on March 26, 27, and 28 at St. Paul A.M.E. Centennial Hall. In […]

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‘Inside Bermuda Homes’ Enters Third Season

The third season of ‘Inside Bermuda Homes’ will feature a home with its own five-hole golf course and a giant bronze horse on the landing inside a Sandys parish home, among other unique domiciles. The series also features two historic homes in Paget, including a small garden cottage on the grounds of a residence on […]

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Bierman Astor Estate For Sale At $2.95M

A notable piece of Bermuda real estate has been listed for sale, with the seven-acre Bierman Astor Estate on Ferry Road in St. George’s available at a price of $2,950,000. The listing on Cranfields Property says, “Over seven acres, predominately zoned Res 1 with approximately 1,700 feet of boat able waterfront. Currently the property has […]

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OBA Urge Landlords To Help As Much As Can

“I am being contacted several times a day by people who rent homes or business space who are desperate for help as their landlords are not prepared to reduce rent,” OBA Leader Craig Cannonier said. Mr. Cannonier said, “This is totally unacceptable, especially when you consider two things – the banks have granted a three-month […]

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Bermuda Housing Corporation Cashier Hours

The Bermuda Housing Corporation has opened its Church Street offices for payments only. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Housing Corporation has opened their Church Street offices at the Seven Arches building at 44 Church Street in Hamilton for payments only. The opening hours are 10.00am to 2.00pm Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday weekly until further notice. […]

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Kremlin Files Shed New Light On Sub Disaster

The air of bleak Cold War irony which attended the incident now seems like something out of a John Le Carre novel. But the events which unfolded in the Atlantic ocean just north of Bermuda over those three days more than 30 years ago were only too real. On October 4, 1986 Ronald Reagan was […]

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Junior Leaders Hold Last Training Camp Of 2019

The island’s Junior Leaders marked their last training camp of the year with a weekend of battles with hi-tech laser rifles. The youngsters ended their year with Exercise Battle Royale – which combined fun for the festive season and their fieldcraft training over the year. Junior Leaders Private Tyzhae DeSilva, 15, a four-year veteran of […]

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Two Soldiers Pass Sandhurst Course In UK

Two RBR soldiers have passed out from the British Army’s elite Royal Military Academy. Now Ci’re Bean and Andrew Wallace will rejoin the Regiment at Warwick Camp as 2nd Lieutenants in charge of other soldiers after they completed the eight week Army Reserve training course at the RMA, known as Sandhurst. 2nd Lt Bean, a […]

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Bermuda’s First Coast Guard Unit Launched

[Updated] Minister of National Security Wayne Caines and Governor John Rankin jointly launched Bermuda’s first ever Coast Guard Unit today. A Government spokesperson said, “Earlier today [Feb 6], the Minister of National Security, the Hon. Wayne Caines, and His Excellency the Governor, John Rankin jointly launched Bermuda’s first ever Coast Guard Unit. “The Acting Commanding […]

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Major Beasley Appointed Commanding Officer

Governor John Rankin announced today [Feb 7] that Major Ben Beasley has been selected as the next Commanding Officer of the Royal Bermuda Regiment. The announcement said, “The Governor, HE Mr John Rankin CMG, announced today that Major Ben Beasley has been selected as the next Commanding Officer of the Royal Bermuda Regiment, succeeding Lt […]

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Minister Caines On Bermuda Coast Guard

“The launch of the Bermuda Coast Guard is a significant milestone for us,” Minister of National Security Wayne Caines said in the House of Assembly today [Feb 14]. The Minister said, “The Unit will maintain an in-shore Coast Guard in order to secure Bermuda’s Territorial waters, initially out to 12 nautical miles and beyond depending […]

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