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Daley Wins Bronze In Ontario Swimming Event
Elijah Daley began competing in the 2024 Winter Ontario Swimming Championships, earning a bronze medal on the first day. During the 100m backstroke preliminaries, Daley clocked the sixth fastest time of 1:00.30 to advance to the final. In the final, he finished sixth by touching the wall in a time of 59.79. Daley finished 12th in the 100m breaststroke... Read more of this article
Conyers Receives ‘Deal of the Year’ Awards
Conyers has been recognized by Marine Money magazine, being awarded in their Ship Finance ‘Deal of the Year’ Awards for 2023. A spokesperson said, “Conyers is delighted to announce the firm’s recognition by Marine Money magazine, the leading global publication covering the maritime finance industry, for our role in six outstanding transactions... Read more of this article
Atlantic Podiatry Launches $47,000 Scholarship
Atlantic Podiatry is celebrating its one year anniversary with the launch of “a $47,000 scholarship for a deserving Bermudian to pursue a career in podiatry in the UK.” Matthew Francis, owner and senior podiatrist, said, “April is not just the beginning of springtime but also marks Foot Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to understanding... Read more of this article
KraftHeinz Cares Raises $3,657 For Teen Haven
KraftHeinz and Butterfield & Vallis recently presented a cheque to Teen Services for $3,657.95. A spokesperson said, “For a limited time, with the purchase of any participating KraftHeinz product, including Kraft mayonnaise, Heinz ketchup, Kraft dressing, Kraft barbecue sauce, Heinz mustard and Heinz relish, at stores throughout Bermuda, a... Read more of this article
Video: Nahki Wells Scores Twice For Bristol City
Bermuda’s Nahki Wells scored twice for the Bristol City team as they played to a 5-0 win against Blackburn Rovers yesterday [April 10]. The club’s match report said, “Tommy Conway, Nahki Wells and Anis Mehmeti netted for City to beat Blackburn Rovers 5-0 in emphatic fashion. Conway bagged a first-half brace before second-half substitutes Mehmeti... Read more of this article
Pickering Sets National Record At Pan American
The Pan American Archery Championships is underway in Colombia. Camerin Pickering finished 28th with a personal best and new Bermuda national record of 646 points. Jaydon Roberts finished 43rd with 597 points and Bernard Wade the 3rd finished 45th with 579 points both were eliminated in the 1/24th round. Pickering won his match in the 1/24 round and... Read more of this article
Tennis: Trey Mallory Wins Two Matches For UNC
Trey Mallory and his UNC Wilmington [UNCW] men’s tennis teammates celebrated senior day with a 4-0 win over visiting South Carolina State at the UNCW Tennis Complex. UNCW jumped in front by winning the doubles point as Gabe Hurtado and Mallory cruised to a 6-1 win over Ivan Pauliuchenka and Gabriel Johnson. Mallory also won his singles match 6-0,... Read more of this article
Endeavour Hosts ‘Women On The Water’ Event
Endeavour hosted its annual Women on the Water event to empower and inspire female youth sailors, fostering camaraderie, skill-building, and networking opportunities. A spokesperson said, “Endeavour is a registered charity and nonprofit that builds self-confidence and life skills by engaging diverse youth across Bermuda in experiential learning... Read more of this article
Leseur & Butler Lead Don Benbow Invitational
Kenny Leseur and his Butler University men’s golf teammates are tied for the lead after the opening day of the Don Benbow Butler Spring Invitational. Butler and Purdue Fort Wayne both finished the opening 36 holes at two-under 558. That is one shot better than Indian Hills. There are 14 teams in the field. Nick Piesen of Indiana holds the 36-hole... Read more of this article
Golf Event Generates $1.1M In Charitable Impact
The 2023 Butterfield Bermuda Championship, in collaboration with Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] and Butterfield, announced “the 2023 tournament generated over $1.1 million in charitable impact.” A spokesperson said, “This total was achieved through a combination of different initiatives, including the Butterfield Bermuda Championship... Read more of this article
Photos/Video: 2024 Primary School Art Exhibition
The 59th Annual Primary School Art Exhibition is being hosted at the Bermuda Society of Arts. A Government spokesperson previously said, “The art exhibition, a unique initiative by the Department of Education, provides a platform for students from public and private to showcase their artwork. “The Primary Art Exhibition is a testament to the diversity... Read more of this article
KBB Marks 60th Year With New Logo & Events
For its 60th anniversary, Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] introduced a new logo and will also will host a series of public events throughout this year. A spokesperson said, “Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] is celebrating sixty years of service to the community. As one of the island’s oldest and most impactful environmental charities, KBB was established... Read more of this article
Wallpaper Wednesday: Oasis At Blue Hole
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a look at the always beautiful waters at Blue Hole 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 download... Read more of this article
Sanaa Morris Finishes 2nd In Bison Classic
Sanaa Morris and her Howard University women’s track & field teammates won the Bison Classic for the second year in a row, dominating the competition on Senior Day. Morris finished 2nd in the 400-meter dash, clocking a time of 58.19. Related Stories Famous Wins & Named Athlete Of The Week Armstrong & Rider Win MAAC Championships Famous... Read more of this article
Photos: Partial Solar Eclipse Seen From Bermuda
On Monday [April 8], Bermuda saw a partial view of a solar eclipse, affording the island a glimpse of what it looks like when the moon passes between the sun and the earth. You can view all our past coverage of solar eclipses by clicking here. Related Stories Partial Solar Eclipse Seen From Bermuda Bermuda To See Partial Solar Eclipse Today Video:... Read more of this article
TMQ To Hold Free Jazz Event At Victoria Park
The Tino Martinez Quartet [TMQ] is inviting the public to an event at Victoria Park on Sunday [April 14] featuring a free live jazz fusion show from 4.00pm to 7.00pm. A spokesperson said, “Join us this Sunday for a special jazz in the park event hosted by TMQ at Victoria Park. We want to show our appreciation for all the support you’ve given... Read more of this article
