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Photos/Video/360: Portuguese Holy Spirit Festival
The Holy Spirit Festival was held at Stella Maris Church in St. George’s, marking the culmination of the annual celebration rooted in Portuguese traditions of faith, music, and community. The Festival of the Holy Spirit started centuries ago in the Azores, and is still celebrated today by Portuguese citizens and descendants worldwide. Related... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: 2025 Santo Cristo Festival
[Updated with photos] The Santo Cristo Festival – an Azorean tradition that has been celebrated in Bermuda for almost 50 years by the Portuguese community — is underway this afternoon [June 1] and you can tune in and watch live below, and view all Bernews coverage of the festival over the years here. The 25-minute live video replay is below: Related... Read more of this article
Santo Cristo Festival On May 31 & June 1
The Santo Cristo Festival – an Azorean tradition that has been celebrated in Bermuda for almost 50 years by the Portuguese community — will be held on May 31 and June 1. A spokesperson said, “This Saturday and Sunday, 31 May and 1 June, will see the return of the annual Santo Cristo festival at MSA. All members of the public are invited... Read more of this article
Bermuda & Azores Discuss Ocean Management
An Azorean delegation, led by President José Manuel Bolieiro, met with Premier David Burt and Deputy Premier Walter Roban to discuss marine management and enhance bilateral cooperation. A Government spokesperson said, “During their recent visit, the high-level delegation from the Azores, led by President José Manuel Bolieiro, met with Premier David... Read more of this article
City Welcomes Azores President Bolieiro
The City of Hamilton welcomed President of the Azores José Manuel Bolieiro for a special visit today. A spokesperson said, “Today, the City of Hamilton was honored by an impromptu visit from His Excellency José Manuel Bolieiro, President of the Azores, as he joined Bermuda in celebrating the 175th anniversary of the first Portuguese immigrants... Read more of this article
“Bermuda & Azores Share A Deep Connection”
“Bermuda and the Azores share a deep connection, extending beyond our shared history and into our environments, cultures, and identities,” Deputy Premier and Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban said as he spoke at the banquet to celebrate the 175th anniversary of the first arrival of Portuguese immigrants to Bermuda. A Government spokesperson... Read more of this article
Governor Welcomes Azores President Bolieiro
Governor Rena Lalgie met with the President of the Azores José Manuel Bolieiro in advance of the 175th anniversary gala. Government House posted the photo online below, and said, “Her Excellency the Governor, Ms. Rena Lalgie, had the distinct honour of welcoming HE Mr. José Bolieiro, the President of the Azores, in anticipation of the grand 175th... Read more of this article
Photos: Portuguese 175th Anniversary Reception
President of the Azores José Manuel Bolieiro visited Bermuda to celebrate the 175th anniversary of the first arrival of Portuguese immigrants, and last night [Nov 2] a cocktail reception and dinner was held at the Grotto Bay Beach Resort. Those in attendance included Deputy Premier Walter Roban, Opposition Leader Jarion Richardson and Governor Rena... Read more of this article
Photos: Azores President Bolieiro Arrives
President of the Azores José Manuel Bolieiro arrived in Bermuda today [Nov 2] to help celebrate the 175th anniversary of the first arrival of Portuguese immigrants to Bermuda. A spokesperson previously said, “The ’175th Portuguese Commemorations Committee’ wishes to let the public know that the President of the Azores, José Manuel... Read more of this article
Azores President Bolieiro To Visit Bermuda
President of the Azores José Manuel Bolieiro is set to visit Bermuda to help celebrate the 175th Anniversary of the first arrival of Portuguese emigrants to Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “The “175th Portuguese Commemorations Committee” wishes to let the public know that the President of the Azores, José Manuel Bolieiro, will be visiting... Read more of this article
Bermuda Congratulates Azores On Legislation
The Government of Bermuda “extends its congratulations to the Autonomous Region of the Azores, which passed groundbreaking legislation to protect 30% of their waters and designating the largest marine protected area [MPA] network in the North Atlantic.” A Government spokesperson said, “This historic decision safeguards 287,000 square kilometers... Read more of this article
MP Kim Swan Attends Vasco Anniversary
Junior Minister Kim Swan accepted an invitation from the Executive Board of the Vasco da Gama Club to attend a cocktail reception in celebration of the Club’s anniversary. A spokesperson said, “On Saturday October 12th, 2024 Junior Minister Kim Swan accepted the invitation of the Executive Board of Vasco da Gama Club to participate in a cocktail... Read more of this article
