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Mayor Francis To Lead Preservation Authority

Mayor Francis To Lead Preservation Authority

 St George’s Mayor Quinell Francis will lead the St. George’s Preservation Authority [SGPA], it was announced today. A spokesperson said, “We are pleased to announce a significant development in the leadership and preservation efforts within the Historic Towne of St. George. On May 11th, Quinell Francis, JP, was reelected to the position... Read more of this article

Environmentally Friendly Cup Match Planned

Environmentally Friendly Cup Match Planned

St. George’s Cricket Club [SGCC] and Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] are collaborating on a Green Events Waste Management Plan for this year’s Annual Cup Match Classic. A spokesperson said, “The partnership also includes Recycle Bermuda, the Department of Waste Management and Wilmot’s Trucking who are working together towards the... Read more of this article

Wallpaper Wednesday: Somerset Vs St George’s

Wallpaper Wednesday: Somerset Vs St George’s

The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a Somerset vs St. George’s Cup Match graphic. 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,... Read more of this article

Photos: St. George’s Cup Match Extravaganza

Photos: St. George’s Cup Match Extravaganza

[Updated with video] The Corporation of St. George’s held a Cup Match Extravaganza event last night [July 21] at King’s Square in St. George’s. A spokesperson previously said, “This pre-Cup Match celebration aims to gather cricket enthusiasts from across Bermuda to participate in the festivities and build excitement leading up to the highly... Read more of this article

Wallpaper Wednesday: Somerset & St George’s

Wallpaper Wednesday: Somerset & St George’s

The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a Somerset and St George’s Cup Match graphic. 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,... Read more of this article

Pre-Cup Match Extravaganza On July 21

Pre-Cup Match Extravaganza On July 21

The Corporation of St. George’s will be holding a Pre-Cup Match Extravaganza on Friday, July 21 at 6.00pm at King’s Square in St. George’s. Mayor Quinell Francis announced: “It is both my honour and pleasure, on behalf of the residents and businesses of the Town of St. George, to invite our fellow Bermudians, residents, and visitors... Read more of this article

St. George’s Commemorates 411th Anniversary

St. George’s Commemorates 411th Anniversary

The Town of St. George said they are “proud to mark a significant milestone on this memorable day, July 12, 2023″ as they “commemorate the 411th anniversary of the momentous event that laid the foundation for our charming Town of St. George. ” A spokesperson said, “This day, back in 1612, saw the arrival of the first permanent... Read more of this article

R.I.S.E. Invites Vendors To Share Location

R.I.S.E. Invites Vendors To Share Location

A Bermudian online gift shop aiming to inspire motivation in others and promote positivity is set to open a permanent indoor vendor’s market in the heart of St George’s. The R.I.S.E. [Resiliently Inspired. Strengthened & Encouraged.] Motivational Gift Shop, which launched online in October last year, is inviting retail vendors to share in the... Read more of this article

Cup Match Extravaganza Set For July 21

Cup Match Extravaganza Set For July 21

The Corporation of St. George’s announced the Cup Match Extravaganza will take place on Friday, July 21st. A spokesperson said, “The Corporation of St. George’s is thrilled to announce the upcoming Cup Match Extravaganza, a spectacular event targeted at Cup Match fans of all ages. The event will take place on Friday, July 21st, 2023. This... Read more of this article

Wallpaper Wednesday: Boats In St George’s

Wallpaper Wednesday: Boats In St George’s

The latest image in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features an image of shimmering lights and boats in St. George’s Harbour. 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

Photos & Videos: Portuguese Holy Spirit Festival

Photos & Videos: Portuguese Holy Spirit Festival

The annual Portuguese Festival of the Holy Spirit was held in St. George’s this weekend, with people from around the island coming to attend the festivities, which started on Friday and continued until Sunday. 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

Upgrades To Boat Docks In St. George’s

Upgrades To Boat Docks In St. George’s

The St. George’s docks “have recently undergone significant upgrades to restore and improve functionality and security.” A spokesperson said, “Maintaining public access to the town of St. George’s via the docks is a key priority of St. George’s Marina & Superyacht Dock and The Corporation of St. George. Boaters... Read more of this article

St. George’s Team Thank Everyone For Support

St. George’s Team Thank Everyone For Support

Newly re-elected St George’s Mayor Quinell Francis and the Councillors thanked everyone for the support and said they “aim to create a welcoming and vibrant environment for residents, visitors, and businesses alike.” A spokesperson said, “The Corporation of St. George’s would like to express its heartfelt gratitude to the community... Read more of this article

Video: St. George’s Marina Ribbon Cutting

Video: St. George’s Marina Ribbon Cutting

A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held this afternoon [May 22] to celebrate the opening of the St. George’s Marina. Premier Burt said, “Good Afternoon to the Minister, the Secretary of the Corporation, the Council of the Corporation, the Mayor who is travelling, Parliamentary colleagues assembled, Mr Soares and the team, and members of the media. “In... Read more of this article

St George’s Provides $100K In Community Grants

St George’s Provides $100K In Community Grants

The Corporation of St. George’s announced that the St. George’s Foundation, Friends of St. Peter’s Church, the Salvation Army, and the St. George’s Crown were awarded grants totaling $100,000. A spokesperson said, “The Corporation of St. George’s is pleased to announce its strong commitment to supporting the town’s... Read more of this article

Ducking Stool Reenactments Return

Ducking Stool Reenactments Return

The Ducking Stool reenactments will return in St George’s, with a spokesperson noting “this event is an integral part of the town’s ongoing efforts to preserve its colonial heritage and offer visitors an authentic glimpse into its past.” A spokesperson said, “The Corporation of St. George’s is thrilled to invite visitors... Read more of this article