[Updating] Today [April 28], top athletes from more than 20 countries are set to demonstrate their skills at the USATF Bermuda Grand Prix — which is being broadcast internationally by NBC Sports — at the Flora Duffy Stadium, and prior to the main event crowds will be able to enjoy the Athene Fastest Kid on the Rock competition and the Special... Read more of this article
The police have confirmed that a 47-year-old male Royal Bermuda Regiment Reservist was arrested at the airport “following the discovery of items liable for seizure inside his luggage.”
A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] can confirm the arrest of a Royal Bermuda Regiment Reservist, at the L.F. Wade International... Read more of this article
[Updated] A two vehicle collision occurred in Southampton this morning [April 28].
A police spokesperson said, “There has been a two vehicle road traffic collision involving a motorcar and a minibus, in the area of Jews Bay, Southampton. Details are limited at this time but initial indications are there have been no serious injuries.
“The... Read more of this article
Eight athletes from Special Olympics Bermuda will perform in front of a home crowd for the first time at the USATF Bermuda Grand Prix at the Flora Duffy Stadium today [April 28].
The Special Olympics Celebration will run from 3.45 pm to 4.30 pm and feature Eleah Basden, Kemari Dill, Derek Ingram, Micah Lambert, Zafar O’Loughlin, Iyon Simmons, Exodus... Read more of this article
News that Glenn Jones was nominated for three Emmy Awards, Wilton Re donated $5,000 to the Menuhin Foundation, Khano Smith was named the USL Coach of the Week, the Convex End-to-End took place and LeiLanni Nesbeth earned the Golden Nole Award were all some of the positive news stories from the past week.
In additional good news Butterfield Bank donates... Read more of this article
The Convex End-to-End was held today [April 27], marking the 37th annual iteration of the event, with people walking, cycling, and rowing across the island to raise money for charity.
Funds raised during this year’s event will go to the following charities: WindReach, Transitional Community Services, Raleigh International, Coalition for the Protection... Read more of this article
The Department of Modern Foreign Languages coordinated the Warwick Academy’s yearly secondary International Day, serving as a “celebration of cultural diversity and unity.”
A spokesperson said, “The Department of Modern Foreign Languages was excited to be once again organise the Warwick Academy annual secondary International... Read more of this article
[Updating] The Convex End-to-End is taking place today [April 27], marking the 37th time the annual event has been held, and we will provide live updates and video as able throughout the day.
A spokesperson previously said, “The 37th annual Convex End-to-End will take place on Saturday, April 27th. The full End-to-End event is 24.1 miles from St.... Read more of this article
[Written by Stephen Wright]
A best-selling author has made an emotional return to the island for the first time in 38 years to fulfil the wishes of her late Bermudian father and scatter her grandparents’ ashes.
Christina Dalcher is participating in the Convex End-to-End today [April 27] in memory of her father, Robert Luis Villafaña, who died aged... Read more of this article
[Written by Stephen Wright]
Joan Dismont will forever be synonymous with the Convex End-to-End, such was her selfless service to the annual walk, dazzling the crowd from St George’s to Dockyard for more than 30 years.
Known affectionately as the “Queen of the End-to-End”, Ms Dismont participated in the event from its inception in 1988 until 2016,... Read more of this article
In solidarity with Child Abuse Prevention Month, the Department of Child and Family Services joined forces by wearing blue.
“Today we came together in blue to send a powerful message: there’s no excuse for child abuse, and protecting our children is a top priority in 2024 and beyond.” said the Minister of Youth, Social Development... Read more of this article
The ten SailGP teams competing in the upcoming Apex Group Bermuda Sail Grand Prix – taking place at Morgan’s Point on May 4-5 – have partnered with local clubs and community groups as part of the global league’s ‘Adopt a Club’ program.
A spokesperson said, “Through the program – which is part of the global league’s youth and community... Read more of this article
Police investigating attempted shooting, Harbour Nights eco-friendly initiatives unveiled, Women’s Resource Centre on housing, Sir John Swan: ‘Encourage independent thinkers’, Convex End-to-End underway, End-To-End pays tribute to Joan Dismont, Department wears blue for Child Abuse Prevention, author returns to island in father’s memory and... Read more of this article
With an aim to expand the way they deliver their news to the community, the Bermuda Broadcasting Company is continuing to live stream their evening news programme online for viewers both on the island and abroad.
The live video will begin at 7.00pm, and play to 7.30pm, and then the replay will be available:
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Police are investigating an “attempted shooting” in Devonshire that took place shortly after 10.30am this morning [April 26], confirming that “the complainant was seated inside a vehicle at the time” and “thankfully, they escaped without injury.”
A police spokesperson said, “Police are investigating a confirmed... Read more of this article
Bermuda Chamber of Commerce, alongside local organizations and the City of Hamilton, unveiled new eco-friendly initiatives for Harbour Nights.
A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce significant steps toward making Harbour Nights an eco-friendlier event. These initiatives represent a collaboration with key... Read more of this article