The Dash at Dusk Youth races took place at the Flora Duffy South Field Stadium at the National Sports Center, with Kailee Raynor, Cruz Burgess, Diamond Morris, Matteo Bortoli, Eli Oduntan, Freya Dunkle, Elena Bortoli, and David Todd all winning their age groups The full 2024 Dash at Dusk Results follows below [PDF here]: Related […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Jessica Lewis said she was encouraged by her performance in the T53 400 metres final in the Paralympic Games at the Stade de France in Paris today [September 5]. The four-time Paralympian finished seventh, clocking a time of 1min 00.82sec, and said she was happy with how she executed her race. […]

The Bermuda National Athletics Association [BNAA] has released the schedule of events from September 2024 to September 2025. The schedule includes dates and times for a long list of athletic events over the next 12 months. The full BNAA 2024/2025 Event Calendar follows below [PDF here]: Related Stories Armstrong Competes In MAAC Championships Marshall & Outerbridge […]

Gabriella and Joseph Cechini delivered outstanding performances at the 2024 Mid-Atlantic Prep League cross country championships, hosted by Mercersburg Academy. Gabriella Cechini claimed a decisive victory in the championship girls’ 5000 meter run finals, clocking a winning time of 19:13.80. Her dominant performance led the Mercersburg Academy girls’ team to victory with a total of […]

The Bermuda Tourism Authority is set to host Restaurant Weeks from January 18 to February 29, with over 45 restaurants offer two-course lunches and three-course dinners, with prices ranging from $25 to $59. A spokesperson said, “Get ready for a unique culinary adventure as the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] proudly presents Restaurant Weeks, a six-week celebration of […]

Joan Williams is celebrating 40 years of working at the Little Venice Group, with her colleagues hosting a special lunch to mark the milestone. A spokesperson said, “Not all shining stars are on the front lines! Joan Williams has been steadily working behind the scenes counting the numbers in the accounts department for the Little Venice […]

Westend Properties announced that the Waterlot Inn at the Fairmont Southampton will be reopening on December 3, 2024, following the “completion of extensive interior and exterior renovations.” A spokesperson said “Housed in a building that dates back to 1670, the destination restaurant has always been an island favourite and we are eager to welcome patrons […]

Marlin Magazine has released a video highlighting the 2024 Bermuda Big Game Classic, which is part of the 2024 Bermuda Triple Crown event. The video takes a look at both Sea Striker’s win, as well as the 1,268 pound blue marlin caught by UnWined. The video’s description says, “Sea Striker wins the 2024 Bermuda Big […]

The 2024 Bermuda Anglers Club Junior Tournament saw a record 170 participants and a lively weigh-in, highlighted by an impressive 46.7lb wahoo caught by 11-year-old Mackenzie Barnes. A spokesperson said, “Family, fun, sunshine and fish were the hallmarks of Sunday’s weigh in for the 2024 Bermuda Anglers Club Annual Junior Tournament. “A record 170 junior […]

Prize giving for the Bermuda Anglers Club Annual [BAC] Junior Fishing Tournament was held on Saturday [August 31] at the Spanish Point Boat Club [SPBC]. A BAC spokesperson commented, ‘The tournament was a great success. We had 170 kids registered for the event and 70 kids came to the weigh-in. The SPBC was the perfect […]

Johnie Berntsson, Chris Poole, Nick Egnot-Johnson, and Eric Monnin advanced to the Bermuda Gold Cup semi-finals after winning their quarter-final matches. A spokesperson said, “The final four skippers advancing to the semi-final were decided on Day 3 of the Bermuda Gold Cup in Hamilton Harbour. Defending 2023 event winner Johnie Berntsson [SWE] joins Chris Poole […]

Johnie Berntsson won his fourth Bermuda Gold Cup, defending his title by defeating Switzerland’s Eric Monnin 2-1 in a tightly contested final marked by challenging wind conditions. A spokesperson said, “Sweden’s Johnie Berntsson and his Berntsson Sailing Team of Herman Andersson, Oscar Angervall and Björn Lundgren have won their fourth Bermuda Gold Cup, successfully defending […]

Pauline Courtois and her Match in Pink team – including Louise Acker, Maëlenn Lemaître, Sophie Faguet and Laurane Mettraux – clinched the 2024 Aspen Bermuda Women’s Match Racing Regatta title. A spokesperson said, “France’s Pauline Courtois and her Match in Pink by Normandy Elite team of Maelenn Lemaitre, Louise Acker, Théa Khelif and Clara Bayol […]

The Great Sound provided a thrilling battleground for young sailors as the Royal Bermuda Yacht Club hosted the 2024 Bermuda Optimist & National championships. 2024 Bermuda Optimist & National Championships Leaderboard 15.0 Miguel Power 31.0 Thomas Mcbain 31.0 Nina Gotfredsen 43.0 Harry Brown 50.0 Evan Davis 65.0 James Ganal 66.0 Rory Savage 72.0 Noah Amaradasa […]

Dara Alizadeh was back in action in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil during the second day of the 2024 World Rowing Americas Olympic Qualification Regatta. In the Repêchage heat 2, Alizadeh finished 3rd clocking a time of 7:58.21, he finished 32.68 behind the heat winner Ignacio Vasquez from the Dominican Republic. Alizadeh advanced to the Repêchage […]

ILS Bermuda announced that Paul Craven,  an international speaker and specialist in behavioural science, will be the keynote speaker at ILS Bermuda’s Convergence 2024. A spokesperson said, “The event will take place from October 7–9, 2024, bringing together industry leaders and innovators to explore the latest trends and opportunities in the insurance-linked securities and alternative risk […]

Enstar Group Limited  has completed the previously announced transaction between one of its wholly owned subsidiaries with Insurance Australia Limited, on behalf of Insurance Australia Group [IAG], following receipt of the relevant regulatory approvals and satisfaction of the final closing conditions. A spokesperson said, “Under the terms of the adverse development cover [ADC] agreement, Enstar will […]

Essent Group Ltd. announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Essent Guaranty, Inc., has obtained $363.4 million of fully collateralized excess of loss reinsurance coverage on mortgage insurance policies written in July 2023 through July 2024 from Radnor Re 2024-1 Ltd., a newly formed Bermuda special purpose insurer. A spokesperson said, “Radnor Re 2024-1 Ltd. is not […]

In an effort to provide everyone with a look at the island’s natural beauty each morning, Bernews features a “Photo of the Day” in our email newsletters and on social media seven days a week. Judging by the number of reader’s “likes”, the month’s most popular photos included the Somerset Bridge, a scenic route, Bermuda’s tranquil waters, […]

[Updated with photos] Bermuda is commemorating Remembrance Day with a ceremony and parade in Hamilton today [Nov 11] and you can tune in and watch live below. We will have a photo gallery later on and you can view all our coverage of this year, and past years, Remembrance Day events by clicking here and for over 50 […]

The 2014 Reef Watch Report was formally presented by the BZS to Minister for Health, Seniors and Environment Jeanne Atherden and the Ministry’s Permanent Secretary Kevin Monkman, today [Dec 17]. The report is a culmination of the data collected during Reef Watch 2014, which was held on Saturday, June 28, and supported by lead sponsor, Hiscox. […]

41 years ago today [Nov 15] Miss Bermuda Gina Swainson won the Miss World contest, becoming the first, and to this date, the only Bermudian to ever win a major international beauty pageant, and the photos and videos below can give you a walk down memory lane to see the crowning moment. Also notable as […]

Erica Hawley, Dame Flora Duffy and Tyler Smith represented Bermuda in the triathlon at the 2024 Paris Olympics on July 31. Erica Hawley and Tyler Smith made their Olympic debuts, and seasoned Olympian Dame Flora Duffy achieved a 5th place finish in her fifth Olympic appearance. Duffy’s participation tied the record for the most Olympic triathlon appearances, […]

The 2024 Cup Match Classic is officially underway, with people gathering at the Somerset Cricket Club today [Aug 1] to enjoy the event. We will have additional coverage of the holiday, and for live updates of the match please click here and for all our coverage of Cup Match click here and for comprehensive coverage of all aspects of […]

The much anticipated Cup Match Classic got underway at the Somerset Cricket Club on Thursday, continuing a tradition which began over a century ago. We will have additional coverage of the holiday, and for live updates of the match please click here and for all our coverage of Cup Match click here and for comprehensive coverage of all aspects […]

The second day of the 2024 Cup Match Classic is taking place [Aug 2], with people gathering at Somerset Cricket Club to celebrate the festivities. We would have additional coverage later on, and for all our coverage of Cup Match click here and for comprehensive coverage of all aspects of Cup Match please see our dedicated website BernewsCupMatch.com. […]

The Cup Match 2024 awards presentation was held after the match, which saw Somerset claim yet another victory in the annual Cup Match classic. For all our coverage of Cup Match click here and for comprehensive coverage of all aspects of Cup Match please see our dedicated website BernewsCupMatch.com. For extensive coverage of Cup Match spanning over a decade, visit our […]

The 2024 Cup Match Classic was held on Thursday and Friday, with people gathering at the Somerset Cricket Club to celebrate the festivities, with many people dressed to impress, with a wide variety of fashion on display. For all our coverage of Cup Match click here and for comprehensive coverage of all aspects of Cup Match please […]

Bermuda’s Under-14 Boys National Team returned home to a hero’s welcome last night following their outstanding performance in the 2024 Caribbean Football Union Boys U14 Challenge Series. A Government spokesperson said, “Bermuda’s Under-14 Boys National Team returned home to a hero’s welcome last night after an extraordinary performance in the 2024 Caribbean Football Union Boys […]

The 2024 Paralympic Games continue in Paris, with Jessica Lewis and Yushae DeSilva-Andrade representing Bermuda on the world stage. Yushae DeSilva-Andrade has concluded competing, finishing in a very impressive fourth place position in boccia. Jessica Lewis will serve as the island’s final competitor, taking part in the T53 100 and 400 metres, with the sprinter set […]

The 2024 Bermuda Gombey Festival took place this weekend at the Botanical Gardens, showcasing the island’s iconic Gombey culture. The annual event featured performances by various Gombey troupes from across Bermuda with attendees experiencing the vibrant music, dance, and regalia that characterizes this traditional Bermudian art form. A government spokesperson previously emphasized the festival’s role […]

The 2024 Agricultural Exhibition got underway at the Botanical Gardens, with several equestrian competitions taking place on the opening day. Abby Bardgett riding Up, Up & Away, and Courtney Bromby riding Worth The Wait won the riding horse & or pony pairs class, and Sierra Wollfe riding Farsi Forza won the EQAOS adult equitation class. Parade […]

Three equestrians are heading to Guadeloupe to compete in the 2024 Grand Caraibe Jumping Championship beginning May 8th – 12th, with Kimoy Cruickshank, Sierra Wolfe, and Emma Kempe set to represent Bermuda. The Grand Caraibe comprises 4 competitions held during the 2023/2024 season. Although Bermuda did not have representation at the first competition held in French Guyana […]

At the 2024 Grand Caraibes Jumping Championship in Guadeloupe, Bermudian equestrians Sierra Wolffe, Kimoy Cruickshank, and Emma Kempe competed, with Wolffe winning the Elite category, Cruickshank tying for third in the Grand Prix division, and Kempe placing 12th overall in the Espoir category. A spokesperson said, “Accompanied by Heidi Shelley Mello and Raishun Burch, Bermuda […]

In this year’s Budget, “$400,000 will be spent to complete the installation of solar panels on several government buildings,” the Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch said. The Government tweeted the graphic below, saying, “Capital funding will be allocated to installation of solar panels on several government buildings, to Forts & historical sites, continuance of […]

A workshop to teach professionals about design and installation methods to implement energy efficiency, solar panels and battery technology in Bermuda is being planned for members of The Institute of Bermuda Architects [IBA], Construction Association of Bermuda [CAOB] and Bermuda Association of Professional Engineers [BAPE]. A BE Solar spokesperson said, “This is the third workshop […]

Bermuda golfers continued competing in the Myrtle Beach World Am, with the fourth day of competition taking place. Ann Symonds and Melinda Frith are playing in senior women [60 & above] division flight 57. Symonds finished T14th after a final net round of 82, to finish with a score of 317, while Frith finished 27th after […]

The final round of the 2024 Goslings Moongate Tour Season will take place at the Port Royal Golf Course. There are interesting match-ups with the likes of Dwayne Pearman fresh off his Moonlight Tour performance paired with former professional Eric West and Jevon Roberts teeing off at 1:10 pm. Leading things off at 1:00 pm […]

Day one of the 2024 Johnnie Walker Golf Classic is in the books, with Zane DeSilva, Will Hardrell, Nicholas Jones, and Camiko Smith all Division Leaders. Smith and Jones are the current leaders of the professional division after opening rounds of 2-under par 68’s. Hardrell is the open division leader after shooting an even par […]

The Bermuda Golf Association launched its Junior Golf Program for Fall 2024, powered by Operation 36. A spokesperson said, “The program will begin the week of September 30th and run through the week of November 18th, with breaks for the October half-term, November 11th holiday, and PGA Tour event. “Group lessons will take place at Ocean […]

The Bermuda Golf Association hosted their 2024 BGA Team Challenge title event at the Tucker’s Point Club. The team Fantastic Fore of Angela Cook, Elaine Gaugain, Sarah Murphy-Christopher and Sue Maisonneuve claimed the title. Their Net Stableford total of 91 was 2 points clear of team GHIN & Tonics of Paddy Graham, Richard Fulton, David […]

The 2024 Champion Taekwondo Tiger Clash celebrated Bermuda’s taekwondo community’s prowess while marking the dojo’s 22nd anniversary. A spokesperson said, “The 2024 Champion Taekwondo Tiger Clash, hosted by Champion Taekwondo Dojang in collaboration with Shotocup, captivated audiences and showcased the thrilling athleticism of Bermuda’s taekwondo community. This year’s event was particularly special as it also […]

Monday, October 14 is expected to see mostly sunny day turns cloudy with a few showers overnight, with the high to be near 26°C/79°F and the low to be near 22°C/72°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 61%. Sunrise will be […]

Thursday, October 24 is expected to see sunny periods with a few showers, easing later, with the high to be near 26°C/79°F and the low to be near 22°C/72°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be west. The relative humidity is expected to be near 82%. Sunrise will be at 7.30am […]

Monday, November 4 is expected to see a mix of sun and cloud, chance of a light shower evening onwards, with the high to be near 23°C/73°F and the low to be near 19°C/66°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 64%. […]

The 2024 Chubb Bermuda Triangle Challenge [Chubb BTC] has achieved certification from the Council for Responsible Sport. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda continues to make headlines in sporting news with its first-ever event to achieve certification from world’s leading responsible sport certification program, the Council for Responsible Sport. The 2024 Chubb Bermuda Triangle Challenge, which took […]

Joseph Cechini finished 4th in the 2024 Family Weekend Invitational, Kiski School Cross Country Meet. Cechinin, representing Mercersburg Academy, covered the 5K distance with a time of 18:49.8. Related Stories Prunty Claims Victory At AXA Man On The Run Schindel Competes In OFSAA Championships Sean Trott Reflects On NY Marathon Display Nakeno Creighton Memorial XC […]

BUEI’s movie series will continue with the upcoming screening of the 2023 Comedy-Drama, ‘The Miracle Club’, scheduled for Saturday, February 24. A spokesperson said, “Films at BUEI continue at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] with the screening of the 2023 Comedy-Drama, ‘The Miracle Club’ on Saturday, February 24th at 7:30pm in our Tradewinds Auditorium. […]

The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] is set to screen the 2023 fantasy/drama ‘Tuesday’ on Saturday [Sept 14] at 7.30pm in the Tradewinds Auditorium. A spokesperson said, “‘Films at BUEI’ continues at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] with the screening of the 2023 Fantasy/Drama, ‘Tuesday’ on Saturday, September 14th at 7:30pm in our Tradewinds […]

The annual Bermuda Sandcastle Competition took place yesterday [August 31] at Horseshoe Bay Beach, with a wide array of examples of sand art on display for spectators and sculptors alike to enjoy. We will update with the results as able Related Stories Photos, Video & 360: Sandcastle Contest Photos: Sandcastle Mother’s Day Greetings Photos & Video: […]