The Government unveiled Phase One of the Battery Road Development Project in St. David’s, with the Minister noting that they completion of Phase I comprises 4 units; 3 studios and one 2-Bedroom/1-bath unit. A Government spokesperson said, “Ensuring that Bermudians have access to affordable housing is priority of the Government. It is a pledge in […]

The Women’s Resource Centre [WRC] said they ”are encouraged to see the issue of affordable housing being discussed on a national level” and wanted to ”add our voice – the collective voice of women in Bermuda – to the conversation.” A spokesperson said, “The Women’s Resource Centre [WRC] understands the complex issue of housing insecurity and homelessness […]

Coldwell Banker Bermuda Vacations Rentals announced the acquisition of BermudaRentals.com, saying “this strategic acquisition significantly increases the company’s portfolio, offering an even broader range of properties to meet diverse traveler needs.” “As the team leader for the Vacation & Short-Term Rentals at Coldwell Banker Bermuda, I am thrilled to share that we have recently acquired BermudaRentals.com […]

The Women’s Resource Centre [WRC] recently launched a comprehensive Housing Advocacy Campaign to highlight the critical issue of housing insecurity in Bermuda, with a particular focus on the challenges faced by women and single-income families. A spokesperson said, “In alignment with the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which recognizes housing as a fundamental human right, […]

“This new initiative will allow individuals to access a portion of their pension savings to assist in the purchase of their first home,” Junior Minister of Finance Jache Adams said. Speaking in the House of Assembly, Mr Adams said, “A key feature of this initiative is that the individual can use the refund not only […]

A “decision was made to pivot the Bermudiana Beach Resort to residential rental units,” Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch has confirmed, adding that “by December of this year, this new proposed direction will see 94 studio, 1, 2, and 3-bedroom residential units.” The property, originally called Grand Atlantic, was built over a decade […]

Andrew Stevenson, who started the Humpback Whale Research Project in 2007, will be giving two presentations on Tuesday [Mar 19] at BUEI Tradewinds Auditorium. This illustrated lecture will include never-before witnessed, extraordinary underwater video of humpback behavior here in Bermuda as well as their breeding grounds in the Caribbean. Underwater video footage of a mother […]

A dead baby whale, either a Pygmy or Dwarf Sperm Whale, washed ashore on Sunday [July 21] in the east end. Patrick Talbot from the Department of Conservation said, “It was 4’ long, male and possibly a neonate (newborn) as it had no teeth yet. The animal was fairly fresh and in good condition. “A […]

From January – April of this year, 101 individual whales were identified in Bermuda’s waters, with the markings on their flukes serving to identify the majestic creatures as they pass through for their annual migration. Humpback whales can be permanently identified by their unique black-and-white patterns on the ventral [bottom] side of their fluke [tail]. 101 […]

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 […]

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 […]

[Updated] Bermuda’s Andrew Stevenson was recently honoured by the Prince of Wales’ Commonwealth Environmental Photography Awards ‘Out of the Blue’ competition, with his photo of a humpback whale off the coast of Bermuda winning an award for ‘Highly Commended – Most Publicly Liked Entry.’ Mr. Stevenson’s entry was submitted in the Over 18s age group, […]

On Monday [April 2], a local vessel reported a “migrating whale found distressed with entanglement in rope or wire” and it was concluded that Bermuda at this time, “lacked the necessary specialist equipment to assist the whale.” A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre spokesperson said, “A local vessel on Challenger Bank, reported a migrating whale found distressed […]

Whale researcher Andrew Stevenson has started work on a follow-up to his acclaimed documentary ‘Where the Whales Sing’ – which for the first time will include unique aerial footage. Mr Stevenson also believes that he now has one of the largest databases in the world held by just one person from which he can make […]

The latest installment in the Bermuda Zoological Society lecture series will see a talk presented by Wayne Ledwell, Co-Director of Tangly Whales Inc., Newfoundland and Labrador, on the topic of “Helping Entangled and Stranded Whales & Sea Turtles.” The lecture will take place on Wednesday, February 13 at 7.00pm, with doors opening at 6.30pm. The […]

Speaking in advance of the screening of his documentary film “Secret Lives of the Humpbacks” tomorrow, whale researcher Andrew Stevenson said that this has been his best year for identifying individual whales, with well over 200 identified so far. Mr. Stevenson told Bernews, “Despite the inclement weather during the peak whale watching season, this had been […]

“March through April is the peak time for spotting humpback whales around Bermuda,” and officials urged the public to follow guidelines, noting that “boaters should not get closer than 100 meters” and the “public is also strongly advised not to swim with whales.” A Government spokesperson said, “March through April is the peak time for […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Whale researcher Andrew Stevenson will screen his two award-winning documentaries, ‘Where the Whales Sing’ and ‘The Secret Lives of the Humpbacks’ at the Speciality Cinema and Grill in Hamilton on Monday [December 4]. It will be the first time both documentaries are screened back-to-back, starting at 6.30 pm, with a 15-minute […]

The WhalesBermuda team has made the first identification of a humpback whale in 2024, with the sighting of a whale that had previously been seen in 2016. Andrew Stevenson said, “Saturday was finally a calm but overcast, chilly winter day. We spent ten hours on the water and found and identified one whale, a whale […]

In Bermuda Field Hockey action at the National Sports Center, the Budgies defeated the Ravens 2 – 0. The Budgies took a 1 – 0 lead in the 31st minute when Amber McHugh scored a field goal, Imani Smith doubled the lead in the 55th minute earning them the win. Related Stories Nearly 500 Compete […]

In Bermuda field hockey federation action at the National Sports Center, the Ravens defeated the Pink Robins 3 – 0. The Ravens went ahead in the 10th minute when Malini Romeo scored from a penalty corner, the lead was doubled in the 27th minute when Grace Lightowler scored a field goal, and then in the […]

Swizzle defeated the Dark & Stormies 4 – 1 at the National Sports Center in Bermuda field hockey action. Swizzle took the lead in the 28th minute when Rupert Cuddon-Large scored a field goal, in the 31st minute Kyle Hamilton doubled the lead with a field goal, and one minute later it was 3 – […]

The Ravens defeated the Pink Robins 9 – 0 in Bermuda field hockey action at the National Sports Center. Jessica Hollis scored 5 times to lead the Ravens to victory, Rebecca Gibbons scored twice, while Megan Troake and Lucy Tucker added a goal each. Related Stories Hockey: Budgies Defeat The Longtails University Of California Defeat […]

The 2024 women’s Pan American challenge is set to take place from September 21st – 28th at the National Sports Center. The organizers said, “The stage is set for an unforgettable week of elite women’s field hockey as the 2024 Women’s Pan American Cup Challenge kicks off! This thrilling tournament will bring together powerhouse teams […]

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 […]

Bermuda will host the Pan American Field Hockey Challenge at National Sports Center, and a look at the schedule is below. 2024 Women’s Pan American Cup Challenge Schedule Saturday September 21st 1:30 pm Peru vs. Guyana 3:45 pm Paraguay vs. Brazil 6:00 pm Mexico vs. Bermuda Sunday September 22nd 1:30 pm Peru vs. Brazil 3:45 pm Mexico […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Kovin Moodley, the Bermuda women’s hockey team coach, is confident his players are ready to execute their game plan and make the most of the home advantage in the Women’s Pan American Challenge. Bermuda get their campaign underway against Paraguay in their first pool match today [September 21] at the National […]

Tournament favourites Mexico won their second game at the Women’s Pan American Challenge at the National Sports Centre yesterday [September 23] after defeating Brazil 3-1. Maribel Acosta, Grecia Mendoza and Dariana Cardiel scored for Mexico; meanwhile, Mayara Eiko netted for Brazil. In today’s games, Brazil face Paraguay at 3.45 pm and Bermuda play Guyana at […]

The Mexico women’s national hockey team won their third straight game at the Women’s Pan American Challenge after beating Paraguay 3-1 at the National Sports Centre yesterday [September 25]. Dariana Cardiel, Arlette Estrada and Grecia Mendoza scored for Mexico; meanwhile, Abril Sanabria found the net for Paraguay. In tomorrow’s games, Mexico, the pool leaders, play […]

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. […]

The Bermuda Field Hockey Women’s League season began with a 3-3 draw between the Ravens and Budgies at the National Sports Center. The match featured several members of the Bermuda Women’s National Team, who recently competed at the same venue. Budgies forward Georgia Harris opened the scoring in the 8th minute with a field goal. […]

Field hockey fever swept across Bermuda this month as nearly 500 students from primary and middle schools competed in the annual interschool field hockey tournament. A spokesperson said, “A collaboration between the Bermuda Hockey Federation [BHF] and the Bermuda School Sports Federation [BSSF], the event brought together young athletes from both public and private schools […]

In the lone Bermuda Field Hockey Federation match at the National Sports Center saw the Ravens defeat the Pink Robins 3 – 1. The Ravens took the lead in the 13th minute when Lissie Davidson scored a field goal, the Pink Robins equalized in the 18th minute when Danika Williams scored a field goal. The […]

The Ravens secured a decisive 5-1 victory over the Griffins in the Bermuda field hockey federation’s latest round at the National Sports Center. Jessica Hollis opened the scoring for the Ravens in the 10th minute, converting a penalty corner. Naina Seth extended the lead to 2-0 with a field goal in the 21st minute. Hollis […]

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 […]

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 […]

Bermuda Netball Association action resumed at the Bernard’s Park 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 Reegan Lightbourne and their MVP was Sophia Odouri. The Phoenix Sparks Best Attacker was Kenzie McCrary, the Best Defender was Amariss […]

The Bermuda Netball Association’s 2023/24 season resumed at Bernard’s Park with the playing of the Merle Parfitt Hustle tournament for the Under-11, Under-14, and Under-17, and then the Fast5 tournament, for the Seniors got underway. In the Under 11 Division, Kenzie McCrary from the Phoenix Sparks was the Overall Hustler, with Sairiah Grant from the […]

Bermuda Netball Association League action resumed at Bernard’s Park with matches taking place in all four divisions. Under 11 Division The Phoenix Sparks’ Best Attacker was A’Mariss Dyer, while their Best Defender was Lyon Simons and the MVP was Quinn Burgess, while the Dandy Stars Best Attacker was Aalaysia Watson, with Naiah Rayner named the […]

Storm claimed victory over St George’s 37-28 in the Bermuda Netball Association Senior League. Zakiyah Durham, the Storm MVP, delivered an impressive performance, netting 17 points, and Nabiilah Nasir contributed 16. Shenova Edwards, who was named the team’s best attacker, added four points. Debre’ Evans was the team’s best defender. For St George’s, Nikita Trott […]

Sandys Secondary Middle School won the Bermuda School Sports Federation Under 12 Netball tournament at the Bernard Park Netball Courts. The tournament featured first year students in the middle schools as well as the Primary year 7 students from Francis Patton and Purvis Primary. Sandys defeated Primary School Division 1 champions Warwick Academy in a […]

The latest round of senior league netball action at the Bernard Park saw Phoenix — led by best attacker Danielle Raynor — defeat Docksiders by a score of 65 – 21. Raynor scored 54 goals, with MVP Ebonie Cox adding 11 goals, and Kiante’ Lightbourne named the best defender. Docksiders got 12 goals from best attacker […]

The Bermuda Netball Association’s league season continued at the Bernard’s Park Netball Courts, however due to inclement weather, only matches in two of the divisions were played. Under 17 Division The Phoenix Fire defeated the Dandy Stars 49 – 19 in the lone under 17 match. Phoenix Fire MVP Kammie Mills scored 26 goals, best […]

The Bermuda Netball Season Senior League continued with a double-header at the Bernard’s Park. The Tigers defeated St. George’s 40 – 33 in the Senior Division opener. Best attacker Jahkenya Trott led the Tigers with 28 goals, Jahteure Trott added 8 goals, and Candace Paynter scored 4 times, the best defender was Diarrah Benjamin, and […]

Bermuda Netball Association action resumed with matches taking place in all four divisions. Under 11 Division NPS Hot Steppers best attacker was Reegan Lightbourne, the best defender was Shavion Channer, and the MVP was Kimora Davy, for the Storm the best attacker was Eliana Trott, while the best defender was Savannah Hayward, and the MVP […]

Action in the Bermuda Netball Season Leagues continued with league play in the under 14 division, under 17 Who’s Who Tournament, and the Senior Mix Up Switch Up Tournament all taking place at Bernard’s Park. Under 11 Division The North Village Lady Rams best attacker was Bella Dill, the best defender was Maliah Steede, and […]

The 2024-25 Bermuda Netball Association Winter League season got underway at the Bernard Park Netball Courts, 11 & Under League The action was intense as Storm Lightning faced off against Phoenix Sparks. Tamirra Richardson dazzled as the Storm Lightning’s best attacker, with Honor White dominating as the best defender and MVP. For the Phoenix Sparks, […]

The Bermuda Netball Association’s senior league season got underway with the North Village Lady Rams defeating the St. George’s Lady Colts 51 – 24. Darrika Simons led the North Village Lady Rams to victory with 29 goals, Jordyn Morris added 14 goals, and Coriah Simmons scored 8 goals, their best attacker was Taahira Butterfield, their […]

Matches in the Bermuda netball under 18 and senior division took place at the Bernard’s Park. Under 18 Division Phoenix Fire 37 – North Village Lady Rams 20 Phoenix Fire defeated the North Village Lady Rams 37 – 20. MVP Kammie Mills led the Phoenix Fire to victory with 22 goals, while Hailey Trott added […]

Matches in the Bermuda netball under 11, 14, 18, and senior division took place at the Bernard’s Park. 11 & Under Division The North Village Lady Rams best attacker was Ariah Tucker, the best defender was Violet Leverock, and Jayla Woodley-Herbert was named the MVP. The Storm Lightning named Xela Hall as the best attacker, […]