The Bermuda’s Living Reefs Foundation will host a ‘Coral Garden Party’ on May 19 at 6.30pm at the Rosewood Tucker’s Point Resort. A spokesperson said, “Have you ever heard of Coral Gardening? This relatively new approach to restoring coral reefs is now launched in Bermuda. Since August 2016, Bermuda’s Living Reefs Foundation has installed two […]

Bernews’ latest virtual art gallery features a whimsical Halloween collection with Bermuda tree frogs donning witch hats, pumpkins scattered across eerie landscapes, and a spooky Halloween onion by the beach. Dive into this playful fusion of island life and Halloween spirit for a truly unique visual treat. Related Stories Video: Bermuda Halloween Virtual Art Gallery […]

PLP MP Zane DeSilva hosted the Constituency #29 Southampton East Annual Senior’s Tea Party today [Nov 3], bringing together seniors for an afternoon of live entertainment, community and connection. Related Stories Photos & Video: 2024 Agricultural Exhibition Photos, Video, 360: International Day Of The Girl Photos & Video: 2022 Bacchanal Run Event Photos, Video & […]

Bermuda riders Rai Burch, Tyler James, Kimoy Cruickshank, and Kayla Bardgett competed on the Grand Caraibe Tour in Martinique. Day one saw the competitors compete in 2 phases special classes at 3 height divisions. James was eliminated out of 44 starters in the 0.90 cm class, Cruickshank finished 25th and Bardgett finished 29th out of […]

Dementia Bermuda is set to hold a Rugby Warm-Up Masquerade Party at Front Yard on November 1 from 7.00pm to 1.00am. The event will feature karaoke by Emily Ross from 8.00pm to 10.00pm and DJ Dan Manaia from 10.00pm to 1.00am. Early bird tickets are $20 until October 18, $25 online, and $30 at the […]

The Bermuda Public Services Union partners with Bermuda Hospitals Board for Mental Health Expo on Saturday [Oct 12] at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] has partnered with the Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] for its upcoming Mental Health Expo, scheduled for Saturday 12 October 2024 from 1pm to […]

“The Steps to a Well Bermuda survey is crucial for us to better understand and improve the health of our community, and we need those who have been selected to participate to please do so,” said Minister of Health, Kim Wilson. “In partnership with the Pan American Health Organization, this survey will give us a […]

The Department of Energy is inviting the public to complete online survey about solar energy. The Government posted the graphic below online, saying, “The Department of Energy invites you to complete a short 5 – 10 minute online survey. As we work to find ways to increase the public’s access to energy independence, your survey responses […]

[Updated] Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban will be holding a press conference this afternoon [Dec 16] regarding the airport finger solar panel project, and we will stream it live, so the video below should start at around 1.00pm. Update 1.08pm: We will update with the Minister’s statement as able, and in the meantime a statement […]

Oliver Betschart won the final round of the Gosling’s Moongate Tour at the Port Royal Golf Course after carding a 1-under par 70. Quinton Sherlock Jr, was second after shooting a 2-over 72, while Arriek Douglas who recently played on the Moonlight tour in Florida, along with Eric West, and Jarryd Dillas all finished T3rd […]

The Caribbean Golf Association Four-Ball Championships commenced at the Plantation Golf Course in Tobago, Trinidad & Tobago. In the mid-amateur men’s division, Bermuda pair Eric West and Jonathan James lead after day one with a score of 1-under par. Mark Ray and Roger Brangman are tied as leaders in the senior men’s division, also at […]

The Butterfield Bermuda Championship and Mastercard have renewed their partnership for the 2024 iteration of the event, set to be held from November 14 to November 17. A spokesperson said, “The Butterfield Bermuda Championship is pleased to announce the continuation of its partnership with Mastercard, the global technology company in the payments industry, in advance […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Muay Thai fighter Ashton Bell will be eyeing his second title at the Tournament of Champions at the Arnold Sports Festival in Columbus, Ohio, next week. Bell [10-2] claimed the super-middleweight crown in the Novice Division when he debuted at the tournament in Des Moines, Iowa, in 2021. The 29-year-old, who […]

The 29th Bodhidharma Shiai, held at the Whitney Institute, showcased thrilling karate action and witnessed remarkable performances from athletes of all ages and skill levels. A spokesperson said, “Talia Iris, representing the Bodhidharma Zenji-Ryu Karate Dojo, stole the show by claiming victory in the Black Belt Kata Combine. Her flawless execution of the Anan kata, […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Aeziah Divine made a solid start to the FAB-Racing Minibike British Championship at the Lydd Kart Circuit in Kent last weekend. The 12-year-old, who competes in the MK50 class, finished fifth in all three races despite missing two days of practice because of mechanical issues. Divine, who qualified in sixth place, said: […]

[Column written by Dr Edward Harris] In the first part of this article on the Royal Naval Tanks at St. George’s Island, Bermuda, the earliest [1803] published image of the watering facility for British warships was presented. That picture and several others are discussed here in part two. Discussion of the Porgay Picture of 1803 […]

The Bermuda National Athletics Association [BNAA] Cross-Country season gets underway with the Swan’s Running Club’s mat the Arboretum tomorrow at 8.30 am [September 28]. There will be race group categories from under-10 and under-12 [1 to 1.5-miles]; under-14 [1.5 to 2 miles]; under-17 [2 to 2.5 miles]; and under-20 [2.5 to 3 miles]. The open […]

Speed returned to the Southside Motor Sports Park as the Bermuda Karting Club’s race day 13 took place. Brian Bulhoes won two of the three tag senior class races, with Nathan DeCosta winning the other, while Roman Wilkinson won all three tag junior class races. Scott Barnes took the checkered flag in all three races […]

The final race day of the Bermuda Karting Club’s season took place at the Southside Motor Sports Park. Brian Bulhoes won two of the three tag senior class races, with J’Auza James winning the other, while Roman Wilkinson won two of the three tag junior class races, and Lucas Flood won the other. Jason North […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian karter Scott Barnes made a sensational start to the opening round of the Stars Championship at the Charlotte Motor Speedway in Concord, North Carolina, at the weekend. Barnes, competing in the Shifter Masters class for Maranello Kart USA, almost completed a clean sweep of victories, winning heat one, the pre-final […]

The Bermuda Karting Association’s 2023/24 final championship points standings have seen 8 champions crowned. Ryan Rebello was the overall combined [Honda + KZ] shifter class champion with 1085 points, and Jason North was the L206 senior class [15+ years old] champion with 1105 points. The L206 masters class [40+ years old] champion was David Barbosa […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Ryan Rebello has reflected on his “most challenging season” after claiming the overall combined shifter class title in the Bermuda Karting Association [BKA] campaign. Rebello won the Stock Honda and KZ shifter class, finishing with 1,085 points for his fourth overall title in ten years on the local circuit. The 36-year-old, […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Jason North, the Bermuda Karting Association president, says the local karting scene is “steadily growing” after an exciting and competitive Rubis National Championship season at the Southside Raceway in St David’s. More than 50 drivers competed in 63 karts in eight classes, with North, who won the L206 Senior Class, believing […]

Scott Barnes was in action at the Stars Championship Series event at the New Castle Motorsports Park in Indiana. In the ROK Shifter Masters Warm-Up race, Barnes completed 5 laps, his fastest lap was his fourth clocking 1:08.313 which was the fastest time in the Class. Clocking 10:19.912, Barnes won the 9-lap ROK Shifter Masters […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Scott Barnes has been honoured as one of three “All-Star” drivers in the Masters division by eKartingNews – the leading karting racing website. Barnes, who competes in the Shifter Masters class, has been named alongside Maranello USA team-mate Joe Ruch and Niki Coello, of Franklin Motorsport, as the three Masters All-Stars. […]

Bermudian driver Scott Barnes began competing in the final round of the Stars Championship Series in North Carolina, experiencing a mix of results in the opening races. Barnes started his campaign with a 3rd place finish in the ROK Shifter Masters Warm-Up, clocking a 6-lap time of 5:12.391. He then won the ROK Shifter Masters […]

The Bermuda Karting Association’s inaugural race day saw exciting races and standout performances from top drivers. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Karting Association [BKA] ignited the engines and the excitement at its inaugural race day held at the Bermuda Motor Sport Park in St. Davids on Sunday. With a vibrant atmosphere and fierce competition, the […]

Karting driver Scott Barnes expressed pride in his performance after competing against some of the top L206 class drivers in the United States at the Cup Karts North America [CKNA] Grand Nationals 8 at the weekend. Barnes, who raced in the Masters class, made his debut in the prestigious event in New Castle, Indiana. In […]

The Bermuda Karting Club’s 2024/2025 season continued at the Southside Motorsports Park, delivering a day of high-octane action. Nathan DeCosta demonstrated his mastery in the tag senior class, securing a clean sweep of victories across all three races. His dominance was mirrored by Syah Pedro in the tag junior class, who similarly claimed the top […]

The Bermuda Karting Club’s 2024/2025 race season saw the third race day at the Southside Motor Sports Park. William Dunkley won two of the three tag senior class races, with Jason Correia winning the other, Syah Pedro won all three races in the tag junior class races. Brian Bulhoes won all three L206 class races, […]

The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] is set to screen the 2024 adventure/drama “Arthur the King” on August 24, featuring a story about a stray dog who joins an endurance race. A spokesperson said, “‘Films at BUEI’ continue at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] with the screening of the 2024 Adventure/Drama, ‘Arthur the King’ […]

The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a sea turtle cartoon, with the colourful animal depicted amongst other sea life. The design is available in two sizes; a Facebook profile cover image and also in a vertical format, ideally sized for use as a mobile phone wallpaper, WhatsApp status image or Instagram […]

Art Drop Bermuda hosted a showcase at The Hamilton Princess & Beach Club, featuring 12 Bermuda-based artists. A spokesperson previously said, “The art featured in this showcase ranges from traditional to fluid, sculpture and etchings, modern pop art and modern impressionist styles, digital prints, fine art photography, and futuristic art with technology enhancements. “Bermuda based […]

Kaleidoscope Arts Foundation surpassed its $135,000 fundraising goal, raising $139,964 thanks to community support. A spokesperson said, “Kaleidoscope Arts Foundation, which has been empowering children through art since 2006, announced in June that they needed to fundraise $135,000 within three months in order to meet its needs and stay sustainable. Today, they are excited and […]

The Stationery Store partnered with 15-year-old local artist Nico Bean to launch a new collection of custom notebooks just in time for the back-to-school season. A spokesperson said, “As students gear up for the new school year, the Stationery Store is excited to announce a special partnership with 15-year-old local artist Nico Bean on his […]

The Bermuda Society of Arts [BSOA] will host its “Faces Called Flowers: Artists Talk” event with artists Keishunda Curtis and Andrea Ottley on Wednesday, September 11 from 5.00pm to 7.00pm on the top floor of City Hall. A spokesperson said, “Faces Called Flowers: Artists Talk with artists Keishunda Curtis and Andrea Ottley. Join the artists […]

The Bermuda National Trust and Sompo International are launching their 4th annual Student Art Competition, under a theme of ‘Worth Protecting’. “We are excited to invite Bermuda’s young people to use their artistic talents to show aspects of Bermuda’s natural and cultural heritage that they think are worth protecting. Hopefully the theme will inspire students […]

Yesterday [Sept 11], the Mirrors Programme celebrated the talents of Bermuda’s young artists at its 8th Annual Art & Digital Competition Prize Presentation. A Government spokesperson said, “This year’s theme, ‘Feels Like Home,’ invited students to explore and express what home means to them through their art. A total of 160 art entries and 10 […]

The Bermuda Arts Centre will host an open house on Sunday, September 29 from 1.00pm to 5.00pm, featuring the Fall Open Members’ Juried Show, live painting, and a book signing by Peter Barrett. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Arts Centre invites you to their open house this Sunday [September 29] from 1.00pm to 5.00pm, coinciding […]

The fictional ‘Stormtrooper’ from Star Wars is displayed in the Hamilton Princess hotel lobby, created by artist Daniel Arsham using minerals like selenite, blue calcite, and hydrostone. A spokesperson said, “The fictional ‘Stormtrooper’ soldier made famous in filmmaker George Lucas’ Star Wars movie appears to be standing guard in the left corner of the hotel lobby […]

The National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] is hosting three Artist Talks as part of the Bermuda Tourism Authority’s [BTA] Bermuda Art Month, which spans the month of October this year. A spokesperson said, “On Thursday, October 3 at 10am, join Lisa Howie, Co-Curator of NMB’s Alternative Voices: A Perspective on Contemporary Art from the Azores […]

The Black Pony Gallery is selling artwork in the temporary exhibition, Alternative Voices: A Perspective on Contemporary Art from the Azores, which is on display at the National Museum of Bermuda in Dockyard. The exhibition is in honour of the 175th anniversary of the first arrival of Portuguese Immigrants to Bermuda with a specific feature […]

The Bermuda Arts Centre hosted an open house today [Sept 29] from 1.00pm to 5.00pm, featuring the Fall Open Members’ Juried Show, live painting, and a book signing by Peter Barrett. A spokesperson previously said, “The Bermuda Arts Centre invites you to their open house this Sunday [September 29] from 1.00pm to 5.00pm, coinciding with […]

As part of its five-year anniversary celebration, the Government of Bermuda’s Brussels Office has added works by three Bermudian artists –  Graham Foster,  LuLu Hedstrom and Shanna Hollis — to their walls. A Government spokesperson said, “This initiative was in collaboration with the Department of Culture who has been promoting the work of Bermudian artists in […]

Art advisors Lisa Howie and Holly Mazar-Fox have created a personalized itinerary to explore the Art Miami Basel fairs in December in partnership with Masterworks. A spokesperson said, “Building an art collection can be a daunting task. Touring an art fair can be equally overwhelming. For these two reasons, art advisors Lisa Howie and Holly […]

Kaleidoscope Arts Foundation is celebrating Bermuda Art Month this October with ten workshops for all ages, encouraging community engagement with local artists at their Jubilee Road location. A spokesperson said, “Kaleidoscope Arts Foundation is joining the collective community of artist’s to celebrate Art Month this October. “Bermuda Art Month is a great opportunity for the […]

The Bermuda Arts Centre at Dockyard is inviting the public to join in celebrating 40 years of supporting Bermudian art with a show featuring some of the island’s leading artists on Sunday [Oct 20]. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Arts Centre celebrates 40 remarkable years dedicated to supporting Bermudian art. We invite everyone to join […]

Ignite Bermuda and Mazar-Fox Art Consulting partnered for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, creating two art bras for Gibbons’ “Art Bra Competition” to raise awareness and support for breast cancer. A spokesperson said, “In a powerful collaboration for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Ignite Bermuda, the entrepreneurial incubator, has teamed up with Mazar-Fox Art Consulting to launch […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] DaeNyce “Keile” Rabain fondly recalls her lunchtimes at Elliott Primary School in Devonshire expressing herself through artistic endeavours. For Ms Rabain, art classes at school were never long enough. Now 26, she has not stopped creating since. Through her art-based business, Art by Keile, she explores the beauty of everyday life, […]

[Updated] There was an armed robbery at the Somers Supermart in St. George’s early this morning [Nov 2], with a male entering the store, brandishing a firearm, and escaping on foot “with a quantity of cash taken during the incident.” A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before 6:00 a.m. today, Monday, 2nd November, police received a report […]