Motorcycle racing enthusiasts are encouraged to attend the Bermuda Motorcycle Racing Association’s open track and race school on Saturday [April 23]. The event, which starts at 1 pm, will be held at the Rubis Southside Raceway in St David’s. Existing and new members will be able to renew their membership. Related Stories Aeziah Divine Reflects […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Jediah Cumbermack enjoyed a successful week sharpening his motorcycle racing skills at the JP43 Training Camp in Buena Park, California. Cumbermack was invited to the camp by top coach Jason Pridmore as the Bermudian prepares for the MotoAmerica STG Junior Cup, which begins at the Daytona International Speedway in Florida from […]

Micah E. Smith and Jordan McConnie won the CG Slow Race at the Motor Fest 441 event, with the race serving to test riders’ control, precision skill and balance. A spokesperson said, “CG Insurance proudly sponsored the CG Slow Race at the highly anticipated Bermuda Motor Fest 441 held on Sunday, July 2nd. This unique […]

The Mary Prince Legacy Bus Tour will be held on select Sundays in July and August. A spokesperson said, “In recognition of Emancipation & Mary Prince Day, Titan Express & The African Ancestories in Bermuda are offering in July & August, “The Mary Prince Legacy Bus Tour”. The tour highlights Mary Prince’s experiences and visits […]

[Updated with photos and video] Trey Simons and Naomi MacGuinness emerged victorious in the 2024 Swans Labour Day 5K road race. Simons secured the men’s title with a swift time of 15:57, while MacGuinness, crossing the line in 18:26, won the women’s title. The Swans Labour Day Junior 2.6K road race saw Timothy Pearman and […]

A 6K Family Fun Walk, Run, and Roll event will be held on Saturday, September 28, starting at 8.30am from Bailey’s Bay Cricket Club to St. George’s Cricket Club to support Zhamir Denbrook-Pitt’s medical expenses. The event sign up page said, “Spinal cord injuries [SCI] can have life-altering impacts, affecting mobility, independence, and overall quality […]

The ‘Zhamir Strong’ 6K Family Fun Walk, Run, and Roll event was held today [Sept 28] with the event aimed at “raising awareness about spinal cord injuries and supporting Zhamir Denbrook-Pitt, a young Bermudian whose journey of recovery continues after this devastating injury.” The promotion for the event said, “We are raising funds to support […]

Domico Watson and Kristen Robinson were crowned the Somersfield Academy Male and Female 5K Champions. Watson clocked a time of 18:26, Philip Woollins was second in a time of 20:17, and Evan Faulkenberry was the third male finisher and 4th overall stopping the clock in a time of 21:34. Robinson clocked a winning time of […]

The Ministry of Public Works has issued road traffic notices for the MAAC Beyond Fitness 5K and the Bermuda Triathlon Association Standard Distance National Championship Triathlon scheduled on Sunday [Oct 6]. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works wishes to inform motorists and the general public that two significant athletic events are scheduled […]

Jackson Langley and Christine Dailey are the 2024 Beyond Fitness 5K Run male and female champions. Langley ran to victory in a time of 17:39, Dylan Eiselt was second with a time of 17:57, and Sanchez Smith rounded out the podium stopping the clock in a time of 17:58. Dailey finished 9th overall clocking a […]

Domico Watson and Marielle Beaulieu raced to victory 2024 Swan’s Charity 5K race this weekend. Watson secured his second victory of the season with a winning time of 18:16. Tim Price followed closely, finishing second with a time of 18:43, while Kwame Curling took third place with a time of 18:59. In the women’s division, […]

The 2024 MAAC No Frills road race saw Trey Simons and Teresa Ruiz crowned champions of the 10K event, while Philip Woollins and Sarah Ryan secured victory in the 5K race. The event, held in the East End, attracted a strong field of runners competing across both distances. 10K Distance Simons delivered a dominant performance […]

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 […]

Gibbons Company recently held a launch event to highlight additional fashion brands they are offering, with a mini fashion show held to showcase the new styles. The new brands are from Tendam, one of Europe’s leading groups in the industry, and marks the first major fashion brand acquisition for Tony Thompson following his appointment as Gibbons […]

The Bermuda Opera team is presenting the Met: Live in HD & Encore series in Bermuda on film on Sundays at BUEI at 5.00pm, with the next installment to take place on Sunday [Feb 25]. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Opera Team is proud to present the Met: Live in HD & Encore series in […]

The B1 Empowerment Weekend on September 20-21, 2024, will feature ‘B1: The Movie’ screenings and discussions with filmmaker Dr. Ric Mathis. A spokesperson said, “On Friday and Saturday, September 20th and 21st, 2024, an empowering weekend has been planned for community engagement featuring a screening of the powerful film, B1:The Movie, and discussions with Atlanta […]

The Bermuda Opera team is presenting the Met: Live in HD & Encore series in Bermuda on film on Sundays at BUEI at 5.00pm, with the next showing to take place on November 3. A spokesperson said, “The new season of Met Opera on film starts in November 2024 at BUEI. “The Bermuda Opera Team […]

A Royal Canadian Air Force aircraft paid a visit to Bermuda yesterday [June 10], stopping by the LF Wade International Airport in the afternoon. The Government of Canada website says, “The CC-177 Globemaster III strategic airlifter transports troops, cargo and oversized combat equipment. Rapid, reliable and flexible, it is equipped with advanced digital avionics. “The […]

Four military aircraft have visited Bermuda over the past few days, stopping at the L.F Wade International Airport, with the HC-130Js operated by the United States Air Force. It is not unusual for military aircraft to make brief stops on the island for refueling or other purposes, and for our past coverage of military aircraft […]

Military aircraft visited the island again this week, with the MC-130J stopping by the L.F. Wade International Airport this week. It is not unusual for military aircraft to make brief stops on the island for refueling or other purposes, and for our past coverage of military aircraft on the island, here. The Lockheed Martin website said, “The […]

At least four different types of aircraft were captured departing from Bermuda this week, including a Lockheed WP-3D Orion, a US Air Force Lockheed Martin C-130J Hercules, a Cavok Air Antonov An-12B, and a BermudAir aircraft. For our past coverage of military aircraft on the island, click here. Related Stories Photos & Video: Military Aircraft […]

Several military aircraft — from both the United States Air Force and the Royal Air Force – recently visited the island touching down at LF Wade International Airport. For our past coverage of military aircraft on the island, click here. Related Stories Photos & Video: Various Aircraft Visit Bermuda Photos & Video: Military Aircraft Visit Bermuda Photos […]

Several military aircraft — from both the United States Navy and the Royal Air Force – recently visited the island, touching down at LF Wade International Airport. For our past coverage of military aircraft on the island, click here. Related Stories Photos/Video: Royal Air Force Land In Bermuda Photos & Video: Royal Canadian Air Force Visits Photos […]

A Royal Air Force Airbus recently stopped by the LF Wade Airport. To view all other coverage related to military aircraft, click here. Related Stories Photos & Video: Military Aircraft Visit Bermuda Photos & Video: Various Aircraft Visit Bermuda Photos & Video: Military Aircraft Visit Bermuda Photos & Video: Military Aircraft Visit Bermuda Photos & […]

Three military aircraft visited the island this week, stopping at the L.F Wade International Airport. It is not unusual for military aircraft to make brief stops on the island for refueling or other purposes. To view all other coverage related to military aircraft, click here. Related Stories Photos & Video: Royal Air Force Visits Photos […]

A Royal Air Force C-17A military aircraft made a brief stopover in Bermuda recently. According to publicly available flight data, the aircraft arrived on the island after departing from Belize. Following its time in Bermuda, the aircraft continued its journey onwards to Canada yesterday. According to the official website, “The C-17 Globemaster III [Globemaster C-17] […]

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 […]

The Bermuda Sandcastle Competition took place on Saturday [August 31] at Horseshoe Bay Beach, with the ‘best on the beach’ prize being awarded to Pete Faverio. Best on the Beach Prize A spokesperson said, “Pete Faverio returns from Delaware to stun and amaze spectators with his castles. This is his third year joining us. Adult category #1 Team […]

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 […]

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 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 Bermuda Tourism Authority Art Month, The Loren Hotel and Masterworks Museum present ‘Flora in Flux’, a sculpture exhibition running from October 1 to 31, 2024. A spokesperson said, “In celebration of the Bermuda Tourism Authority Art Month, The Loren Hotel and The Masterworks Museum proudly announce the opening of Flora in Flux: […]

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 […]

The Bermuda National Gallery recently opened ‘Meditations on Form: Jewellery by Melanie Eddy’, its first-ever jewellery exhibition, generously sponsored by Butterfield with support from the Bermuda Foundation. The exhibition highlights the sculptural designs of Bermuda-born, London-based jeweller Melanie Eddy. “It’s a full circle moment to be having my first solo exhibition back here in Bermuda […]

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, […]

Former cricketer Dwayne Bravo and CG’s Aunt Angie have teamed up to release “West Indies Deyah,” a new anthem celebrating West Indies cricket for the ICC T20 World Cup 2024. A spokesperson said, “Former cricketer Dwayne Bravo, also known as DJ Bravo, and CG’s Aunt Angie have teamed up to launch a new track titled […]

[Updated with video] The Classic Old School Soca Fete was held this weekend, as one of the many events put on for the Carnival festivities. You can view photos from the event below, we will have additional coverage of the festivities all weekend, and you can view all Bernews coverage of the Carnival festivities over the years […]

Armand & Paiva LLC, co-founded by T.J. Armand and Carl H. Paiva, has announced a series of new global entertainment projects, including ventures in New York, London, and Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “Armand & Paiva LLC, an entertainment company co-founded by award-winning producer T.J. Armand and esteemed Bermudian entrepreneur Carl H. Paiva JP, is proud […]

Southlands Park in Warwick was bursting with vibrant energy this weekend as a lively crowd of people gathered to celebrate at the Jab J’Ouvert event early in the morning. Paint, music, and dancing filled the air as attendees enjoyed the festivities. Related Stories Photos & Video: TMQ Jazz Event At Victoria Park Photos/Video: Summer Sunday […]

Bermuda Craft Brewing hosted the BEERMUDA event, a festival of live music, beer tasting, food, and fun, at the National Stadium North Field this weekend. “BEERMUDA will showcase top international and local musicians while offering guests the chance to taste more than 40 specially selected craft beers from around the world. On tap beers will […]

[Updated with photos & video] The Ministry of National Security invites everyone to the Taylor Made Peace Concert & Family Funday, which will be held today [Nov 11] at Bernard Park. A spokesperson said, “Join us today, November 11th, from 11 AM to 6 PM at Bernard Park for a day of peace, music, and […]

“Beyond a general feel-good, this Government doesn’t seem to know why it is even joining Caricom,” Opposition Leader Jarion Richardson said, while the PLP said “instead of being distracted by the OBA’s fearmongering, the PLP is focused on building a fairer Bermuda for Bermudians.” OBA Statement Mr Richardson said, “This Government continues to force Bermudians […]

“Bermuda and the Azores share a deep connection, extending beyond our shared history and into our environments, cultures, and identities,” Deputy Premier and Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban said as he spoke at the banquet to celebrate the 175th anniversary of the first arrival of Portuguese immigrants to Bermuda. A Government spokesperson said, “He addressed the […]

“The narrative surrounding school reform in Bermuda has long-since reached a boiling point, and now the strain being heavily imposed upon teachers in the Bermuda Public School System [BPSS] is manifestly unbearable, and entirely unacceptable,” the Bermuda Union of Teachers General Secretary Dante Cooper said. Mr Cooper said, “Recent actions have exposed the Department of […]

[Opinion column written by OBA’s Dwayne Robinson] It is very clear that Bermudians would like to see changes within our education system. It isn’t a matter of whether Bermuda requires education reform, it’s more about how that looks. The One Bermuda Alliance wants all students to have access to a world-class education, which will enable […]

Minister of the Cabinet Office Crystal Caesar “welcomed chairs, union partners, and technical officers to a training session on interest-based bargaining.” A government spokesperson said, “Representatives from the Bermuda Industrial Union [BIU], Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU], Prison Officers Association [POA], Fire Services Association [FSA], Bermuda Police Association [BPA], and Bermuda Union of Teachers [BUT], […]

[Updating] The Convening of Parliament is taking place this morning [Nov 8], with Governor Rena Lalgie delivering the 2024 Throne Speech, which outlines the Government’s Legislative Agenda for the year ahead. The proceedings are set to get underway later this morning and we will provide what coverage we are able to while it is live, […]

[Updated] Premier David Burt and Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors Tinee Furbert are holding a press conference this afternoon [Nov 12] to discuss the recently announced Throne Speech initiatives. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update 5.56pm: The Premier’s full statement follows below: […]

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