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Snooker: Spanish Point & Sandys Club Win

The Bermuda Snooker League season resumed with 2 matches completed. Spanish Point Boat Club Two 4 – RAA 1 Tyler Moniz opened the scoring for Spanish Point Boat Club Two when he defeated RAA’s Kyle Williams 58-37, Billy Wotton built on that lead for Spanish Point Boat Club Two when he defeated Fred Richardson 50-41 […]




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Snooker: Spanish Point, Sandys & Watford Win

The Bermuda Snooker League season resumed with three matches completed. Spanish Point Boat Club Two 3 – Warwick Workmen’s Club Two 2 Warwick Workmen’s Club Two’s captain, Steven Bremar opened the scoring when he took the 1st of 2 games against reigning Bermuda Open Champion & Point Captain, John Orr, 56-35. Orr stormed back in the 2nd […]




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Snooker: Spanish Point & Warwick Win

Snooker league action resumed between Spanish Point Boat Club Two and Warwick Workmen’s Club One; Warwick Workmen’s Club Two and Watford Sports Club; and Spanish Point Boat Club One and RAA. Spanish Point Boat Club Two 4 Warwick Workmen’s Club One 1 Spanish Point Boat Club’s Billy Wotton opened the scoring with a 60-47 win […]




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Snooker: RAA, Spanish Point & Sandys Win

The Bermuda Snooker League season resumed with 3 matches completed. RAA 3 Warwick Workmen’s Club One 2 RAA Captain Jacal Washington stormed into a 2-0 lead over Warwick when he won both single games against Pamela Quadroy, 54-14 & 68-56. The next game saw Warwick newcomer, Steve Tucker pull one back, defeating RAA’s Kyle Williams […]




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Snooker: Sandys, Spanish Point, & Watford Win

The Bermuda Snooker League Season resumed with matches across the island. Sandys Boat Club 5 – Warwick Workmen’s Club One 0 Richie Beale gave Sandys an early lead, taking the 1st of 2 games against Warwick’s Steve Tucker, 46-17, Beale then capitalized on the momentum in a convincing 64-20 win in the 2nd. Paul Fedden […]




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Sharrieff & Howard University Begin Season

Myeisha Sharrieff and her Howard University swimming and diving teammates began their 2024/25 season competing in the Potomac Relays. Sharrieff led off the Howard University Women’s 200 yard medley relay B team that finished second clocking a time of 1:48.69. Related Stories Bermuda Swim Coaches Pick Season’s Top 10 Photos & Results: BASA Winter Swim […]




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Desmond Finishes 7th In West Point Sprints

Brian Desmond and his Fordham men’s swimming & diving teammates began their season with the West Point Sprints, a meet between three schools, Marist, Army and Fordham. Desmond competed in the men’s 100 yard backstroke touching the wall in a time of 52.66 finishing 7th. Related Stories Bermuda Swim Coaches Pick Season’s Top 10 Photos […]




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Sharrieff & Howard Finish 2nd In NJIT Invitational

Myeisha Sharrieff and her Howard University women’s swimming and diving teammates swam away from this year’s NJIT invitational with nine first-place finishes. Howard University accumulated 1028.5 points for a runner-up finish. Sharrieff led off the women’s 200 yard medley relay B team that finished 2nd with a time of 1:48.06 and she clocked 25.57 finishing […]




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Jack Harvey Finishes 2nd In 200M Backstroke

Jack Harvey and his Penn State men’s swimming and diving teammates welcomed the Pittsburgh Panthers for their home opener, with the visitors concluding the first day of competition with a 91 – 76 lead over Penn State. Harvey finished second in the men’s 200 yard backstroke touching the wall in a time of 1:46.33, and […]




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Rhys Insley & Canisius Compete Against SUNY

Rhys Insley and his Canisius University men’s swimming and diving teammates matched up against SUNY Geneseo in Collegiate Swimming and Diving action at Alumni Pool in Geneseo, N.Y. Insley swam the anchor leg for the Canisius’ men 200 yard medley relay C team that finished 6th with a time of 1:41.89. During the men’s 100 […]




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Road Sobriety Checkpoints Starting This Evening

The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] will be conducting road sobriety checkpoints starting this evening [Sept 2]. A police spokesperson said, “This Labour Day holiday weekend, the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] will be conducting road sobriety checkpoints in 7 parishes [Hamilton parish, Smith’s parish, Devonshire, Pembroke, Paget, Warwick & Southampton] starting this evening, Friday 2nd September […]




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Video: Zeiko Lewis Scores For Union Omaha

Bermuda winger Zeiko Lewis scored his first goal for Union Omaha in their penalty shoot-out defeat away to Forward Madison in the group stage of the Jägermeister Cup last Thursday [August 29]. Lewis fired home a half-volley in the 29th minute to pull a goal back for his side and make it 2-1. The match […]




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Video: Zeiko Lewis Scores For Union Omaha

Bermudian footballer Zeiko Lewis — who just returned to his professional team after playing for Bermuda in the recent Concacaf matches — scored for Union Omaha as they defeated South Georgia Tormenta FC by a score of 3-2. Related Stories Video: Lewis Scores In Omaha’s Semi-Final Video: Zeiko Lewis Scores For Union Omaha Video: Zeiko Lewis […]




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Video: Bermuda In Pickleball Opening Ceremony

The Bermuda national pickleball team took part in the Pickleball World Cup opening ceremony in Lima, Peru, yesterday [October 22]. Athletes from the Pickleball Association of Bermuda [PAB] will compete in the Open Elite Men’s Division, Junior Division, Women’s Division, Senior Men’s Division and Senior Women’s Division. Bermuda will compete against 27 nations in the […]




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Police Renew Appeal: Murder Of Che Jennings

The police have renewed their appeal for anyone with any information about the murder of Che Jennings – who was fatally shot in April 2022 — to please contact them. A police spokesperson said, “Che Jennings was 24-years-old at the time he was fatally shot in the parking lot of Warwick Workmen’s Club, Thursday 7th […]




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Premier & Minister Condemn Gun Violence

Premier David Burt and Minister of National Security Michael Weeks both condemned the recent shootings, and said the “Government is resolute in our determination to confront and overcome the pervasiveness of gun violence.” “Gun violence leaves more than just the physical wounds. It leaves families, neighbourhoods and communities traumatised and fearful. I pray for all […]




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Photos & Video: Dennis Joaquin’s Sea Life Mural

[Written by Don Burgess] An artist painted a sea life mural says he did so to help inspire others to explore their gifts during this pandemic. Dennis Joaquin transformed the wall surrounding his Keith Hall Road home into a 70-foot mural full of dolphins, turtles, and whales among other aquatic creatures. He told Bernews, “I’ve […]




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Photos: Superyacht ‘Neninka’ Visits Bermuda

The 220.2-foot long superyacht Neninka recently paid a visit to Bermuda. The Yacht Charter Fleet website said, “The 67.1m/220’2″ motor yacht ‘Neninka’ [ex. Aurora Borealis] was built by Amels in the Netherlands at their Vlissingen shipyard. Her interior is styled by British designer design house Winch Design and she was delivered to her owner in […]




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Registration Open For Mirrors’ Field Of Learning

Registration is now open for Term 1 at The Mirrors Programme’s Field of Learning. A spokesperson said, “The Mirrors Programme is excited to announce that registration is open for Term 1 of the Field of Learning Garden Club. Open to students ages 11-18, the programme runs on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00 PM until sunset, […]




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Teachers Union On Staffing, Management, More

“It’s time for the Department to prioritize our teachers’ well-being and the quality of education for our students,” the Bermuda Union of Teachers said, adding that “our children deserve a classroom that’s staffed, safe, and ready to learn.” The comments from the Union follow after CedarBridge Academy was closed for a day earlier this week “due to […]




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Baseball: Winnipeg Goldeyes Sign Adam Hall

Baseball player Adam Hall has been signed by the Winnipeg Goldeyes for the upcoming season. A statement from the club said, “The Winnipeg Goldeyes announced Friday the signing of Canadian outfielder Adam Hall for the upcoming season. Born in Hamilton, Bermuda, Hall was chosen in the second round of the 2017 Major League Baseball June Amateur […]




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Hall & Winnipeg Goldeyes Fall In Season Opener

Adam Hall and his Winnipeg Goldeyes teammates struck out in their first game of the 2024 campaign. The baseball club opened the American Association season with a 5 – 3 loss to the Cleburne Railroaders in Texas. Hall went 1 for 3 at the plate, with a double, scoring 2 runs, and striking out once. […]




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Hall Scores Two Runs In Winnipeg Goldeyes Win

Adam Hall and his Winnipeg Goldeyes secured their first series win of the season with a 2-1 victory over the Chicago Dogs at Blue Cross Park. Hall had 3 at bats, with 2 hits, and he crossed the plate twice, scoring both runs for the team. The Winnipeg took a 1-0 lead in the first […]




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Eva Frazzoni Scores For AFC Sudbury Women

Eva Frazzoni, the Bermuda women’s national football team captain, scored in AFC Sudbury’s 3-0 win at home to Bowers & Pitsea Ladies in the Adobe Women’s FA Cup first round today [November 3]. The midfielder opened the scoring in the 29th minute with a well-taken header. AFC Sudbury Women have reached the second-round proper of […]




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Eva Frazzoni Scores In AFC Sudbury Win

Eva Frazzoni scored in AFC Sudbury’s 2-1 win away to Dulwich Hamlet in the FA Women’s National League Division One South East today [November 10]. The Bermuda women’s national team captain netted her side’s second goal to make it 2-0 in the first half. Related Stories Kenni Thompson Scores For Bournemouth Kenni Thompson Scores For […]




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Arnezha Astwood Honored On Senior Day

Arnezha Astwood and the University of Omaha men’s soccer team concluded their 2024 campaign with a hard-fought 2 – 1 loss to the fourth-ranked Denver Pioneers on Senior Day at Caniglia Field. Prior to the match, the University of Omaha recognized twelve graduating seniors, including Astwood, for their contributions to the program. Astwood, a defender, […]




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Kenni Thompson On Playing At Vitality

Kenni Thompson has reflected on playing in front of a crowd of more than 6,000 supporters at the Vitality Stadium – the home of English Premier League football side Bournemouth – in AFC Bournemouth Women’s 4-0 win over Swindon Town Women on Sunday [November 10]. Scoring for Bournemouth in the National League Division One South […]




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St. David’s Win Eastern Junior Championship

St. David’s Cricket Club are the 2024 Junior Eastern County Champions. St. David’s Cricket Club Win by 309 runs: St. David’s Cricket Club 375/4 Cleveland County 66 With the series level at 1 – 1, the St. David’s Cricket Club put this match out of reach while batting first scoring 375/4, Isaiah O’Brien scored 174 […]




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Ebbin Helps Bristol West Indian Phoenix Win

Amari Ebbin and his Bristol West Indian Phoenix Cricket Club teammates defeated Brislington Cricket Club by 13 runs. Bristol West Indian Phoenix were sent to bat and they scored 194/4 in their allotted 33 overs, Ashur Morrison was the top scorer with 67, Ebbin added 26 not out, Ebbin faced 25 balls, hitting 4 fours. […]




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Kamau Leverock Excited By T20 Opportunity

[Written by Stephen Wright] Kamau Leverock said he is eager to make the most of his opportunity in the Legends League Cricket [LLC] in India, hoping it could help him secure further opportunities in franchise competitions. Leverock, who became eligible for the T20 league after retiring from international cricket in March, was drafted by the […]




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Leverock’s Gujarat Defeated By Manipal Tigers

Kamau Leverock’s Gujarat Greats went down by 5 wickets to the Manipal Tigers. Leverock was replaced by West Indies legend Chris Gayle who was making his first appearance in the 2024 tournament. Gujarat Greats batted first and were bowled out for 131, Mohammad Kaif was the top scorer with 34, Praveen Gupta was the pick […]




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Sex Offender Brittonie Taylor To Be Released

The Government has issued a public notice that convicted sex offender Brittonie Lloyd Taylor will be released from prison on October 9th. A government spokesperson said, “The Minister of Legal Affairs, the Hon. Kathy Lynn Simmons, JP, MP today issued a public notice of the impending release, of sex offender Brittonie Lloyd Taylor, who will […]




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Afiniti CEO Steps Down After Assault Allegations

Zia Chishti — an American businessman who served as the CEO of Bermuda-based Afiniti — has stepped down after a former employee alleged that he sexually assaulted her. The company said, “The Board of Directors of Afiniti, Ltd. announces that Mr. Zia Chishti has stepped down from his role as Chairman, Chief Executive Officer, and […]




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Ministry Statement On Sex Offender Devaun Cox

The Ministry of Legal Affairs and the Ministry of National Security addressed public concerns over sex offender Devaun Cox, noting that he was recently remanded in custody. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Legal Affairs and Ministry of National Security remain committed to addressing the concerns raised by residents regarding the recent release of repeat sex […]




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Video: Minister Grants Fairmont Hotel SDO

[Updated] Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban held a press conference this morning [Oct 26] to provide an update on the Fairmont Southampton SDO. Update 11.58am: The press conference is still underway, the Minister announced he will grant the SDO, with some conditions related to the building and environmental measures. Update 2.35pm: Deputy Premier and […]




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Minister On Bermuda’s Housing Shortage

“Bermuda is now facing what can be considered a housing crisis,” Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward said, adding that “various policies and interventions are needed at distinct levels relying on both public and private sector involvement to garner solutions.” Speaking in the House of Assembly today [Nov 10] the Minister said the ”Government will […]




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Video: SOI Plans For Seniors Living Facility

[Updated] The Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch and the Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors Tinee Furbert, along with the Bermuda Land Development Company, held a press conference “to announce a housing initiative that will benefit seniors.” We will have additional information later on, and in the meantime the video is below. […]




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Mini Bermuda Homes Placed On Roundabout

The Crow Lane roundabout in Paget has been transformed into a display of traditional Bermudian charm, featuring miniature Bermuda-style homes that were created by the Department of Works and Engineering’s carpentry shop. “This collaborative effort embodies the spirit of unity within our Ministry,” remarked Minister of Public Works Lt. Col. David Burch about a Ministry initiative […]




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RSIR Celebrates Their 75th Anniversary

Rego Sotheby’s International Realty is celebrating its 75th anniversary this year, having been founded by Benjamin “Benny” Rego Sr. in 1949 as Rego Agency with four employees and agents. A spokesperson said, “2024 marks Rego Sotheby’s International Realty’s 75th Anniversary. As Bermuda’s longest serving real estate company, Rego Sotheby’s International Realty leadership looks back at the company’s […]




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Minister Updates On BHC Housing Initiatives

“The Government through the BHC are making steady progress and we intend to see the completion of all 105 of these housing projects as quickly as possible,” Minister of Public Works David Burch said in the House of Assembly today [May 31] as he provided an update on housing initiatives. The Minister’s full statement follows […]




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Video: Minister On Affordable Housing Initiative

The Ministry of Public Works, in collaboration with the BHC, is partnering with the Leopard’s Club International to transform the vacant three-storey building into affordable housing units, Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch said. Speaking at a press conference today, Minister Burch said, “Good afternoon, everyone. Thank you for joining us here today at […]




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Minister Burch Updates On Affordable Housing

Speaking in the House of Assembly today [Sept 27], Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch provided an update on “one of the most pressing challenges we as a country face – the shortage of affordable housing.” The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr. Speaker, I rise to report on one of the most pressing challenges […]




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Dr. Neil Burnie To Lecture At BUEI Tonight

This evening [July 23] the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute on Crow Lane will be hosting the 4th lecture in the Citizen Science Lecture Series. The lecture will feature Bermuda’s Dr. Neil Burnie set to share his adventures with tiger sharks, whales, grouper, lionfish and more. BUEI’s Citizen Science Series is hosted by BUEI Chairman Jack […]




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Screening Of Where The Whales Sing At BUEI

The Department of Community and Cultural Affairs is getting set to host a screening of Where the Whales Sing at 6pm on Thursday [Nov 13] at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI]. The screening is part of the department’s Historical Heartbeats Lecture Series. Andrew Stevenson started his research on humpbacks in 2007. His visual and […]




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Stevenson: Boat Strikes Threatening Humpbacks

Photographs recently captured in the Challenger Banks area offer a stark reminder of the perils that whales can face in the ocean, with the whale spotted harbouring a slash across its back that whale researcher Andrew Stevenson said appears to have been caused by the prop of a small boat, lopping off its dorsal fin. Mr Stevenson […]




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Minister Darrell Supports Women’s Hockey Team

Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport Senator Owen Darrell extended his support to the Women’s National Field Hockey team. A Government spokesperson said, “As Bermuda prepares to host the Women’s Pan American Cup Challenge from September 21st to 28th at the National Sports Centre, the Minister of Tourism, Culture, and Sport, Senator the Hon. Owen […]




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Minister Supports Team Bermuda At Hockey

Minister of Tourism, Culture, and Sport Owen Darrell showed his support for Team Bermuda at the Pan American Challenge held at the National Sports Centre yesterday [Sept 24]. Minister Darrell said, “Our team delivered an impressive performance, playing a hard-fought match that made Bermuda proud. I am incredibly proud of the team and wish them […]




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Bermuda Finish Fourth In Pan Am Challenge

The Bermuda women’s national hockey team placed fourth in the Women’s Pan American Challenge after a 2-1 defeat to Guyana at the National Sports Centre yesterday [September 28]. Coach Kovin Moodley’s side took the lead in the third-place play-off match through Georgia Harris in the 23rd minute. It was Harris’s second goal of the competition. […]




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Netball: BNA Youth & Senior Division Results

Bermuda Netball Association action resumed this weekend, with matches taking place in all for divisions. Under 11 Division The NPS Hot Steppers Best Attacker was Gabrielle Babon, while the Best Defender was Shavion Tanner and their MVP was Tamirra Richardson. The Phoenix Sparks Best Attacker was Azariah Scott, the Best Defender was Elan Samuels, with […]




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Netball: Phoenix Heat Defeat North Village

The Phoenix Heat defeated the North Village Lady Rams in Bermuda Netball Association Senior League action at Bernard’s Park. Danielle Raynor led the Phoenix Heat with 39 goals, while Ebonie Cox added 6 goals, the best attacker was Dominique Richardson, Kiante Lightbourne was named the best defender, with K’Xiyae Gibbons was named the MVP. Darrika […]