The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a picturesque view of Mangrove Trees in the east end. 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 story. You can […]

All Butterfield Banking Centres in Bermuda will be closing at 2pm on Thursday [Sept 14] due to Hurricane Lee. A spokesperson said, “Some ATM’s will be temporarily unavailable from tomorrow at 12 noon due to hurricane preparations – Collector’s Hill, Modern Mart, Somerset MarketPlace and Somerset Banking Centre. “At this time, Butterfield anticipates reopening its […]

The Clarien Bank offices will close at 2pm on Thursday [Sept 14] due to Hurricane Lee. A spokesperson said, “For the safety and security of our clients and employees, please be advised that all Clarien Bank offices will close at 2pm on Thursday, September 14 and re-open at 12 noon Friday, September 15 pending a […]

HSBC Bermuda’s branches will close at 2:00pm on Thursday [Sept 14] due to Hurricane Lee. A spokesperson said, “Out of an abundance of caution due to the formation of Hurricane Lee, HSBC Bermuda’s branches will close at 2:00 pm tomorrow, September 14th. “Subject to the receipt of an all clear from the Bermuda Government and […]

[Updated] Butterfield’s Banking Centres will close early on August 16 due to Hurricane Ernesto, with a planned reopening on August 19th. A spokesperson said, “Please be advised that due to Hurricane Ernesto, all of our Banking Centres will close at 2 p.m. on Friday, August 16, and for the entirety of the weekend. We anticipate […]

Clarien Bank will open on Monday [August 19] and resume normal operations. A spokesperson said, “Clarien Bank will resume normal business operations on Monday, August 19 at 8:30 am following closure due to Hurricane Ernesto. A thorough assessment of all facilities and systems has been completed to ensure the safety and security of our clients and […]

The 2024 ITF/COTECC Under 12 Team Competition got underway in the Dominican Republic, with a mixed day for the Bermuda teams. The Bermuda Boys won their opening match against the Bahamas 2 – 1. Manuel Maldonado gave Bermuda the lead by winning the first match 6-4, 6-0. Oliver Anderson fell in the second match – […]

Trey Mallory and his UNC Wilmington men’s teammates and Daniel Phillips and his Arizona State men’s teammates were back in action on day three of the Southern intercollegiate Championships at the Dan Magill Tennis Complex. In singles, Mallory lost Mikey Anderson from Arizona State in straight sets 6-3, 6-4, while Gabriele Datei from Georgia State […]

Daniel Phillips and his Arizona State men’s tennis teammates wrapped up competition on the second day of the US College Cup Invitational in Torreon, Mexico. It was another mixed day for Phillips, as he won his singles match in straight sets defeating Filip Apltauer from Texas Christian University 6-4, 6-3. Phillips and Mikey Anderson would […]

Athletes from across Bermuda arrived in Somerset early this morning [May 24] for the Bermuda Day Race, with many traveling to the West End via ferry. For our live updates of ongoing Bermuda Day events, click here, and for all of our coverage of Bermuda Day over the years, click here. For extensive coverage of Bermuda Day […]

Lamont Marshall and Gayle Lindsey won Friday’s [May 24] Bermuda Day Half Marathon Derby, with both crossing the line in front of a large and enthusiastic crowd, and today’s festivities also included a youth and senior races. You can view all our ongoing live updates by clicking here and all our Bermuda Day coverage by clicking here. […]

Members of the Bermuda Pacers Track Club began competing in the 2024 Flying Angels International Track and Field Championships at the Toronto Track and Field Center, making an excellent showing to win four medals on the first day. Ronan Davidge won the under 13 boys 2000 meter run clocking a time of 6:42.02. Riana Robinson finished […]

Jah-Nhai Perinchief is set to make his Olympic debut when he competes in the men’s triple jump qualifiers today [August 7] at 2:15pm Bermuda time. Perinchief is the sole athlete to represent Bermuda of this year’s Olympics in track and field, and one of two track and field athletes we have overall as we will also […]

The Bermuda International 7s Tournament continued at the National Sports Center, with Saratoga crowned Champions after they defeated Dartmouth 17 – 14 in the cup final. Iona won 3rd place match defeating Norwich University 19 – 12, while the Bermuda Stars would fall 22 – 5 in the plate final to Dartmouth Two. The bowl […]

On Saturday, June 1 at the National Sports Center, Bermuda will host the Bahamas in an International XV Match. Bermuda endured defeats in their first two international matches, with the Cayman Islands beating them 44-12 at the National Sports Center North Field, along with a loss to Jamaica 19 – 14, with that match played […]

The Court Street Market will be hosting a Food and Music Festival this Sunday, September 1st. Gary Augustus said, “The market will be held from 1pm to 8 pm with live music starting at 3pm. We have secured Willard Burch, The Unit, Vance Goater & SOS, Hindsight, Live Wire, Samantha Smith, and since its the […]

Bermuda Is Love is holding a Food Justice Forum this Sunday at BUEI from 3:30pm to 6:00pm. A spokesperson said, “This Sunday [Oct 20] Bermuda Is Love will be holding its first ‘Food Justice Forum’ at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute from 3:30pm to 6:00pm. This event will aim to bring the community together to […]

The Ministry of Home Affairs is advising the public that the 2022-23 lobster season opens on Thursday [Sept 1] and will run until March 31, 2023. A Government spokesperson said, “This season will see fewer participants in the commercial spiny lobster trap fishery and the recreational lobster diver fishery due to a decline in the […]

The International One Design [IOD] North American Championship got underway in the Great Sound. After four races on day one, Bill McNiven leads the fleet with 5 net points, this after winning the first three races, and then he finished 2nd in the fourth race of the day. Craig Davis who won the final race […]

The 2024 Comet Class Internationals Championship Regatta continued off the Corsica River Yacht Club in Maryland. Six Bermuda sailors and their crew took to the water for another three races, taking the series to six races. The defending champion Jack Swikart, is the overall leader with 10 points, he had another two wins, and a […]

The Bermuda National Library is inviting people to the annual BIG Book Sale happening on Saturday, October 7. A spokesperson said, “Join us at BNL’s annual BIG Book Sale. Stop by Bermuda National Library [13 Queen Street] Saturday, October 7 from 9am – 4pm to snag previously enjoyed books for only $1 each! “If you […]

Nikita Robinson of The Worship Room on Magic102.7FM is celebrating Community Readers who have volunteered to read on World Book Day 2024, which will be held today. A spokesperson said, “From St. George’s to Somerset our community readers will show off their reading skills to our Nursery and Primary Schools starting from 8:30am – 3:30pm. […]

In celebration of World Oceans Day, Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] will host a free art show, open house, and children’s art workshops tomorrow [June 9] and Saturday [June 10] at the Bermuda Society of Arts [BSOA]. A spokesperson said, “In celebration of World Oceans Day, Keep Bermuda Beautiful is excited to host a free art […]

The Rotary Clubs of Bermuda, in collaboration with Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB], conducted their Rotary EPIC Day of Service on Saturday, May 18th. A spokesperson said, “The Rotary Clubs of Bermuda partnered with KBB and invited past and present Rotarians, public and private school students, friends of KBB and Friends of Rotary to their Rotary […]

BUEI, along with Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] and Kaleidoscope, announced plans to celebrate World Oceans Day on June 8th with an open house and activities themed “Catalyzing Action for Our Ocean & Climate.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI], in collaboration with Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] and Kaleidoscope will be celebrating World […]

More than 70 rowers will take part in the Argus Invitational Gig Regatta, which is set to begin this Sunday [Oct 23]. A spokesperson said, “Over 70 rowers will take to the waters of Bermuda over the following week for three days of spirited competition and high-energy pilot gig racing. The public is invited to […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] It is just 50 days until Bermuda’s athletes join more than 10,000 competitors from more than 200 nations at the Olympic Games in Paris – the largest sporting event organised in France. The opening ceremony for the 30th edition of the Summer Games promises to be an extravagant affair and the […]

Bermuda has two athletes in action tomorrow [Monday July 29] at the Olympics, with rower Dara Alizadeh competing again and swimmer Emma Harvey set to make her Olympic debut, where she will compete in the 100m backstroke. You can view our full coverage of Bermuda’s athletes at the 2024 games here. Bernews will be providing comprehensive coverage […]

Over 100 local and visiting crew of pilot gig rowers will take part in the fourth International Pilot Gig Regatta, which is set to begin this Sunday [Oct 20]. A spokesperson said, “Over 100 local and visiting crew of pilot gig rowers will take to the waters of Bermuda for three days of racing on October […]

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 latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series dives into virtual art with Bermuda coral calligraphy. 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 story. You can download both sizes […]

The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a mesmerizing underwater scene, depicting ‘Bermuda’. 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 story. You can download both sizes below, […]

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 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 […]

The Bermuda national women’s hockey team showed plenty of heart in their 2-0 defeat to Paraguay in their opening pool game of the Women’s Pan American Challenge at the National Sports Centre yesterday [September 21]. Bella Lopez and Abril Sanabria scored first-half goals for Paraguay. In the earlier match, Guyana defeated Brazil 1-0 thanks to […]

Some of the island’s top riders competed in the Bermuda Motocross Association’s Memorial Day Trophy Race at Southside Motocross Track today [Nov 11], with a lap of honour and minute’s silence held in memory of those who contributed to the sport. We will update with the results as able. Update: In the Expert class, Allan DeGraff […]

The Bermuda Police Service said they stand with other jurisdictions around the world in supporting Anti-Money Laundering Day on 29th October. Acting Assistant Commissioner [Crime] Nicholas Pedro said, “The Bermuda Police Service stands with other jurisdictions around the world in supporting and celebrating Anti-Money Laundering Day on 29th October. “Money laundering presents many dangers, especially […]

A Holiday Market will take place on Saturday [Nov 2] from 10:00am to 4:00pm at St. Paul’s Church Hall in Paget. A spokesperson said, “Join us for our Holiday Market on November 2nd, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, at St. Paul’s Church Hall, located at 69 Middle Road, Paget. “Come celebrate a delightful day of […]

A Holiday Market event took place today [Nov 2] at St. Paul’s Church Hall in Paget, featuring a number of local vendors offering a wide variety of items for sale, including unique gifts, handcrafted items, and much more. A spokesperson previously said, “Come celebrate a delightful day of shopping and holiday cheer! Discover unique gifts, […]

The PALS 44th Annual Holiday Fair will be held on Saturday, November 23, from 9am to 2pm at PALS Headquarters on Point Finger Road in Paget. According to the promotional flyer, the event will feature a variety of activities and attractions, including: Plant, Craft & Mystery stalls Bake Sale Local vendors selling their products Special […]

Show Organizers have advised that due to the weather FEI JWC Competition No. 1 — which was scheduled to take place on tomorrow [Saturday] — has been rescheduled to Sunday, 4th February. The horse inspection will take place at 8.30 a.m. with jumping to commence a 9.30 a.m.” Related Stories Equestrian Patrick Nisbett Competes in France […]

Bermuda’s show jumpers will compete in the final phase of the 2024 FEI Jumping World Challenge. Bermuda has competitors in all three categories. Competition #3 will take place on Saturday, March 23rd at the National Equestrian Center on Vesey Street. The judges for the event include FEI level 2 – John Flisk from the United […]

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 […]

Equestrian events continued as the 2024 Agricultural Exhibition moved into the second day at the Botanical Gardens. Melody Greenslade riding Random Renegade won the Pleasure Driving Horse Single Class, the driving horse in Hand Class was won by Glen Smith and J.S. Magic. Bella Rodrigues riding Puff The Magic Dragon won the Riding Pony in […]

To celebrate World Sight Day, Vision Bermuda invites the public to join them for a special Open House from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM on October 10, 2024, at their newly renovated Beacon House location on the corner of Cedar Avenue and Dundonald Road. A spokesperson said, “Vision Bermuda is excited to celebrate World Sight […]

Minister of Health Kim Wilson emphasized the importance of mammograms during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, urging women over 40 to prioritize regular screenings as a vital step in early detection and effective treatment of breast cancer. Minister Wilson said, “Every October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month highlights the critical need for early detection, support, and continuous […]

On October 27, Bermuda will join the global community in celebrating World Occupational Therapy Day, recognizing the vital contributions of Occupational Therapists [OTs] who empower individuals to engage fully in daily life and promoting the 2024 theme, “Occupational Therapy for All.” A Government spokesperson said, “World Occupational Therapy Day will be celebrated on October 27th, […]