The 239.50-foot long superyacht Nautilus recently paid a visit to Bermuda, with the luxury yacht seen in the east end. The Yachtcharterfleet website said, “The 239.50ft/73m Custom expedition yacht Nautilus was delivered from the Picchiotti shipyard in 2014 and bears an exterior styled by Philippe Briand whilst her refreshing interior has been designed by Remi Tessier. […]

Two superyachts recently paid a visit to Bermuda, including the 206.8-foot long 11/11 and the 305.1-foot long Lady S. The YachtCharterFleet website said, “The 63m/206’8″ ’11/11′ motor yacht built by the Italian shipyard Benetti is available for charter for up to 12 guests in 6 cabins. This multi-award winning yacht features interior styling by the […]

Two more superyachts recently paid a visit to Bermuda, with the Kiss, and the rather aptly named St David both seen in the east end. The YachtCharterFleet website said, “The 60m/196’10″ ‘St David’ [ex. Xanadu] motor yacht built by the Italian shipyard Benetti is available for charter for up to 12 guests in 6 cabins. This yacht features interior […]

The Government recently advised the public to take “care and caution while in or near the ocean given the increased presence of the Portuguese Man o War,” and one beach in Devonshire is a prime example of this, with dozens of them washed up on the shoreline. While tip toeing carefully around the beach area, wearing […]

The Clipper Round the World Yacht Race fleet — which consists of eleven 70-foot ocean racing yachts — arrived on the island earlier this week, marking the first time the race has stopped in Bermuda. The Clipper race spans some 40,000 nautical miles as the vessels circumnavigate the globe, with Bermuda one of the eight stops the […]

The island continues to welcome marine visitors, as two superyachts recently paid a visit to Bermuda, with the 168.8-foot long Lazy Z and the 125-foot long Odalisque seen in the east end recently. The Yacht Charter Fleet website said, “The 51.4m/168’8″ motor yacht ‘Lazy Z’ by the Dutch shipyard Oceanco offers flexible accommodation for up to […]

31 abandoned and derelict boats –  located in areas including Mullet Bay, Ferry Reach, Coney Island, Stovell Bay and more –  will be “removed and discarded,” the Government has advised. These 31 boats are addition to the notices earlier this year about 54 abandoned vessels, with the Government having previously issued two notices of boats set […]

The Cup Match holiday weekend wrapped up with a raft up event in the west end on Sunday afternoon [July 31] with boaters spending their Sunday afternoon enjoying themselves on the water. For extensive coverage of Cup Match spanning over a decade, visit our website BernewsCupMatch.com, the island’s most comprehensive resource on the Cup Match […]

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 […]

The Seven Seas Navigator cruise ship is no stranger to the island of Bermuda, having made multiple visits over the years. Most recently, the ship stopped in St George’s, making the second of what is currently scheduled to be three calls for this year. According to the 2022 Bermuda Cruise Ship Schedule [PDF], the 170 meter […]

The Alexander Von Humboldt II recently sailed into Bermuda, stopping in Hamilton. The Sail Training International website said, “Alexander Von Humboldt II has been sailing the high seas since 2011. Like its predecessor Alexander Von Humboldt, Alex-2 is a civilian squarerigger offering tall ship voyages for everyone, regardless of previous experience. All you need is […]

Following a refitting process in the United States that lasted almost two years, the MV Bermudian has returned to Bermuda. A Government spokesperson said, “The newly refitted 700-passenger ferry, Bermudian, returned to Bermuda last week from the Gladding-Hearn shipyard in Somerset, Massachusetts. “In August 2022, the Department of Marine and Ports Services announced that the […]

The 230-foot long superyacht Freedom recently paid a visit to Bermuda, docking in Hamilton Harbour. The YachtCharterFleet website said, “The 70.1m/230′ ‘Freedom’ [ex. Reverie] motor yacht built by the Italian shipyard Benetti is available for charter for up to 12 guests in 8 cabins. This yacht features interior styling by John Munford. “Built in 2000, […]

The USS Thomas Hudner — part of the United States Navy – arrived in Bermuda this week, and is currently docked in the west end. Related Stories Photos: USS Sioux City Vessel Visits Bermuda Photos & Video: Canadian Navy Vessels Visit Photos & Video: Two New Tug Boats Arrive Photos: John Paul Dejoria Vessel In Bermuda Photos: […]

On May 26th, Teen Services honoured 88 outstanding teens at the 38th Annual Bermuda Outstanding Teen Awards at the Ruth Seaton James Auditorium. A spokesperson said, “The 38th Annual Bermuda Outstanding Teen Awards (OTA) concluded with a spectacular ceremony held yesterday at the Ruth Seaton James Auditorium. The event honored 88 remarkable nominees from across […]

The Berkeley Institute recently held its Long Service Awards, honoring 18 staff members for their service from 5 to 40 years. A spokesperson said, “To the Super Stars that Make Work Super! On Friday, June 7th, The Berkeley Institute celebrated their staff at its annual Long Service Awards Ceremony. There were 18 staff honoured, with tenures of service […]

Governor Rena Lalgie recently presented Randolph Horton with an award honouring his contributions to sport and public service. A post on Government House’s Facebook page says, “This evening, Her Excellency the Governor, Ms Rena Lalgie held a formal investiture ceremony for The Hon K H Randolph Horton OBE. “The Hon Mr Horton was appointed as […]

The Mirrors Programme celebrated its outstanding volunteers and the artistic talents of Bermuda’s youth at the Mirrors Volunteer Appreciation Awards Ceremony and the opening of the 8th Annual Art and Digital Competition exhibit on July 5, 2024. A spokesperson said, “Senator Lindsay Simmons was joined by Assistant Director of Child & Family Services, Kennette Robinson, and […]

Chenice Berkeley, Kaeli Weeks-Ible and Francis Mussenden received bursary awards from the government. A Government spokesperson said, “Last week, the Government of Bermuda presented its annual Bursary Awards to three deserving young people with a combined $60,000 in funding for their studies. “This year’s awardees are: Chenice Berkeley – Studying Public Health [$20,000] Kaeli Weeks-Ible […]

BHCS concluded the Calvin “Bummy” Symonds Safe Hands Award after 25 years, honoring Dion Stovell with their final award. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Healthcare Services [BHCS] proudly announces the culmination of the Calvin “Bummy” Symonds Safe Hands Award, marking 25 years of celebrating exceptional athletic achievement. The 2024 award presentation, honoring the remarkable fielding performances of […]

The Bermuda Captive Conference announced that Bala Nadarajah has been posthumously awarded the Fred Reiss Lifetime Achievement Award for 2024, honouring his remarkable career and contribution to the captive industry. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Captive Conference is proud to announce that Bala Nadarajah has been posthumously awarded the Fred Reiss Lifetime Achievement Award for […]

Auto Solutions Sales Associate Somers Smith has been recognized in the Top 3 Performers of Suzuki Sales Advisors in Q2-2024 for the Caribbean region, encompassing 26 territories. A spokesperson said, “The Sales Executive of the Quarter award recognizes outstanding performance and dedication. Mr. Smith’s achievement marks his fourth Sales Executive award, having previously been recognized […]

Bermudian Daren Bascome spoke at the 2024 AIGA Boston Fellow Awards Celebration, with Mr. Bascome himself among the event’s three awardees. A spokesperson said, “‘Being a great designer isn’t about what you know, it’s about what you notice,’ said Daren Bascome, Managing Director of Proverb Agency on Tuesday at the 2024 AIGA Boston Fellow Awards […]

The WeSpeak Teen Video Competition, themed “Girls’ Vision for the Future,” awarded Keante Simmons first place, with Zarah Siddiqi and Sophie Kulkarni in second and third. A spokesperson said, “The WeSpeak Teen Video Competition has concluded, and the outstanding young women of Bermuda have once again demonstrated their remarkable talent and vision. The competition theme, […]

An Interactive Village Gathering will be held on Saturday [Oct 12] from 4.00pm to 5.30pm at the Victor Scott School celebrating the 75th anniversary of free primary education in Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “Reminded of the African proverb ‘it takes a village to raise a child,’ a collaborative group of community stakeholders have come together […]

The Bermudian Queens Rock Academy will host an event aimed at fostering self-awareness and building self-esteem among young girls from October 21 to 25 at the Women’s Resource Centre. With the theme, “A Journey of Resilience, Creativity, and Culture,” the [Her] Story Girls Club event is for girls aged 11 to 15 and hopes to […]

The Village Gathering event, originally scheduled for Saturday [Oct 12] from 4.00pm to 5.30pm at the Victor Scott School, has been postponed until October 19. A spokesperson said, “Given feedback received from relevant authorities, we are postponing the Village Gathering until Saturday, October 19.” Related Stories ‘Celebrating Early Childhood’ Event On Nov 10 Village Gathering […]

The International Independent Schools Public Speaking Competition [IISPSC], co-hosted by The Bermuda High School and Saltus Grammar School, kicked off today [Oct 17] with 99 international students joining 16 local participants to compete in various public speaking categories. A spokesperson said, “The International Independent Schools Public Speaking Competition [IISPSC], co-hosted by The Bermuda High School […]

The Village Gathering event will be held on Saturday [Oct 19] from 4.00pm to 5.30pm at Victor Scott School Hall. A spokesperson said, “The collaboration geared to enhance community by staging the Village Gathering to inspire and empower Parents, on Saturday, October 19th from 4 – 5.30 pm at Victor Scott School Hall, has already […]

The Early Childhood Foundation of Bermuda is hosting a “Celebrating Early Childhood” event on November 10th at CedarBridge Academy. A spokesperson said, “The Early Childhood Foundation of Bermuda is hosting a celebratory event focusing on Early Childhood Education. The Celebrating Early Childhood event will be held on Sunday 10th November 2024 at the Kalmar Richards […]

The Department of Education announced that online registration for the Bermuda Public School System’s 2025/2026 school year will open on Monday, November 18th. A Government spokesperson said, “Online Registration for the Bermuda Public School System’s 2025/2026 school year opens from Monday, November 18, 2024 and will close on Friday, November 22, 2024, the Department of […]

[Written by Anya Thompson] At Cedarbridge Academy, some students shine not just in academics but also in practical, hands-on fields. Terry Charlemagne, a dedicated student with a passion for mechanics, is one of them. From turbocharged car projects to mastering vehicle operation, Terry has cultivated a distinctive skill set that distinguishes him from his peers. […]

Baseball player Adam Hall and his Bowie Baysox teammates defeated the Erie SeaWolves. The match report said, “The Bowie Baysox inched out a one-run win on Saturday night, breaking a 1-1 tie in the top of the ninth to best the Erie SeaWolves 2-1. Cristopher Cespedes launched his second home run of the season, and Zach […]

Adam Hall and his Bowie Baysox baseball team faced the Erie SeaWolves in the most important series of the season for both teams. Bowie took a one-game lead on Erie in the Eastern League Southwest Division after a 6 – 5 win. There are just 17 games left in the regular season. The second-half champion […]

The Winnipeg Goldeyes announced Adam Hall‘s contract has been transferred to the Milwaukee Brewers. A Winnipeg Goldeyes report said, “The Winnipeg Goldeyes announced Sunday that the contract of outfielder Adam Hall has been transferred to the Milwaukee Brewers. “Hall becomes the first member of the Goldeyes to move to a Major League organization since fellow Canadian […]

Bermudian Adam Hall continued his promising start for the Biloxi Shuckers after helping them to a 10-2 win over the Tennessee Smokies at Keesler Federal Park on Saturday [June 15]. Hall, who was promoted to the Shuckers from the Rookie-level ACL Brewers last week, went three for five at the plate, recording his first three-hit […]

Adam Hall and his Biloxi Shuckers teammates fell to the Mississippi Braves 6 – 0 in a seven-inning, rain-shortened game at Keesler Federal Park. The game was called in the bottom of the seventh inning with one out, one on and a 0-1 count on Ethan Murray. Hall went 2 for 3 from the plate, […]

Nahki Wells scored his fourth goal of the season in Bristol City’s 3-1 win away to Preston North End in the Sky Bet Championship today [November 2]. The Bermuda striker netted his side’s second goal of the game in the 51st minute to make it 2-1, heading home from Mark Sykes’s delivery from the right-hand […]

Rick Wright’s Greenville Triumph have advanced to the United Soccer League [USL] League One play-off semi-finals after beating One Knoxville 2-1 at home yesterday [November 2]. Goals from Evan Lee and a Lyam MacKinnon penalty handed Greenville victory. Greenville will travel to Union Omaha or host Richmond next weekend depending on the outcome of the […]

Goalkeeper Peter Silvester saved two penalties in Connecticut College men’s football team’s 4-2 shoot-out win over Amherst College in the New England Small College Athletic Conference quarter-finals yesterday [November 2]. The Bermudian made a string of fine saves during the game, which finished 1-1 after regulation time and continued to thwart Amherst in extra-time to […]

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 […]

Footballers in both the Premier Division and First Division were in action this weekend, with the Devonshire Colts, Paget Lions, St. David’s & X-Road’s all earning wins, while two other matches ended in draws. Premier Division Devonshire Colts 1 PHC Zebras 0 The league leaders PHC Zebras unbeaten run to start the league season came […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Les Ferdinand, one of the top strikers in the history of the English Premier League, will regale local football fans with tales from his decorated football career during a special event on Saturday [November 9]. Organised by the Bermuda Football Coaches Association [BFCA], A Speakers Night With Les Ferdinand will be […]

Khano Smith displayed impressive speed of thought and ball-handling skills during Rhode Island’s 3-2 win away to Indy Eleven in the United Soccer League [USL] Championship play-off quarter-finals on Sunday [November 3]. The Rhode Island head coach displayed his basketball skills to return the ball quickly for a thrown-in to his team, which led to […]

Warwick Academy successfully defended their title in the Bermuda School Sports Federation Girls Seven-a-Side Football Tournament. A spokesperson said, “Warwick Academy successfully defended their Bermuda School Sports Federation Girls seven a side football tournament after defeating Bermuda High School 1-0 in the final. Both teams attacked freely but some fine goalkeeping kept the score 0-0 […]

Nahki Wells scored a superb goal Bristol City’s 2-0 win away to Norwich City in the Sky Bet Championship. With City leading 1-0, the Bermuda striker, who was making his 500th league appearance, wrapped up the victory with a thumping strike in the 63rd minute. It was Wells’s fourth goal in six games and fifth […]

Rick Wright’s Greenville Triumph lost 2-1 away to Union Omaha in the USL League One play-off semi-finals yesterday [November 9], and one one of the goals scored by Union Omaha was actually scored by Bermudian Zeiko Lewis. A former Saltus Grammar School student, Wright made appearances for the Bermuda and United States national teams. He was appointed […]

Bermuda national team footballer Knory Scott scored the winner in Lancing’s 2-1 victory at home to Ashford in the Isthmian League South East Division yesterday [November 9]. The forward struck in the 61st minute with a close-range finish to make it 2-1. Scott has previously played for English non-league sides Kidderminster Harriers and Hastings United. […]

Zeiko Lewis scored in Union Omaha’s 2-1 win at home to Greenville Triumph in the USL League One play-off semi-final yesterday [November 9]. The Bermuda winger struck the winner in the 58th minute to ensure his side advance to the final, where they will meet the winner of Forward Madison or Spokane Velocity. Lewis joined […]

The North Village Rams secured the Under-15 Leonard DeRosa Holder Cup championship with a decisive 4-1 victory over the PHC Zebras. Amir Brangman-Johnson opened the scoring for the Rams in the 11th minute, followed by a goal from Jason Dixon DeSilva four minutes later. Kruz Iris narrowed the deficit for the Zebras in the 22nd […]