Archive for January, 2024

Remember When: Saunders Won 34 Years Ago

[Written by Stephen Wright] Today marks 34 years since Clarence “Nicky” Saunders became the first Bermudian athlete to claim a gold medal at the Commonwealth Games after winning the men’s high jump in Auckland, New Zealand, in 1990. Saunders, who eight years earlier earned bronze at the Brisbane Games in Australia, set a Games record with a leap... Read more of this article

RFP For Concessionaires At Public Parklands

The Department of Parks is seeking proposals from suitable concessionaires to provide beach/park concession services at five public parklands for the summer season 2024 [1 April to 30 November]. A Government spokesperson said, “The locations of these concessions and square footage are detailed below: Parsons Road Park [1 site: 15ft x 10ft] Great... Read more of this article

Centennial Appoints Michelle Seymour Smith

Centennial Bermuda Foundation announced the appointment of Michelle Seymour Smith as a new Director to its Board. A spokesperson said, “Michelle joins Centennial with a wealth of business and finance experience, spanning three decades in the insurance and reinsurance industry. “Michelle’s career has been defined by her ability to shape... Read more of this article

Video: Mia Fishel Scores In Champions League

Mia Fishel scored for Chelsea Women in their 4-0 win away to Paris FC Féminines in the Women’s Champions League yesterday [January 30]. Fishel, whose father is Bermudian, headed home in the 37th minute to make it 2-0 to the visiting side. Chelsea had already qualified for the quarter-finals by winning group D but completed their unbeaten group stage... Read more of this article

Met Opera: Live In HD & Encore Series Showing

The Bermuda Opera team is presenting the Met: Live in HD [2022-23] & Encore series in Bermuda on film on Sundays at BUEI at 5.00pm, with the next installment to take place on February 4. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Opera team is thrilled to show the next opera during Black History Month, composed by Grammy award winning jazz trumpeter... Read more of this article

Videos: Nahki Wells Scores Against Coventry

Nahki Wells struck his fourth goal of the season after netting in Bristol City’s 2-2 draw away to Coventry City in the Sky Bet Championship yesterday [January 30]. The Bermudian striker, who started the match, scored in the 83rd minute. Tatsuhiro Sakamoto put Coventry ahead in the 27th minute, but Rob Dickie headed in an equaliser on the stroke of... Read more of this article

Ed Sherlock 8k Race To Be Held On Feb 11

The Ed Sherlock 8k, the first race in the 2024 Legends Race Series, will be held on February 11. A spokesperson said, “The first race of the 2024 Legends Race Series, the Ed Sherlock 8k race, will take place on Sunday, February 11 starting and finishing at Southampton Rangers Club. This will be the 32nd year of the race and we look forward to... Read more of this article

Video: BNV With Comedian Gina Love

Comedian Gina Love joined Bernews this week for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series, which was hosted by Shay Dawn Burgess, with Gina Love discussing her journey in the comedic world, the intersectionality of being a comedian and an educator, and more. Related Stories Video: Discussion On Reproductive Rights Video: Part I Angel... Read more of this article

Bermuda Foundation On Grants/Support In 2023

The Bermuda Foundation, which commemorates its 10th year in operation today, has provided support to 43 not-for-profit programmes with over $200k in funding as part of its unrestricted grantmaking for the fiscal year ended 2023. These competitive grants, combined with generous donor-advised giving, totalled over $5 million for the year. The Bermuda... Read more of this article

Video: Jan 31st Bernews Morning Newsflash

78-year-old injured in ‘suspected hit-and-run’, Department of Corrections welcomes eight new Officers, City launches Black History Month exhibition, City donates $3200 to Bermuda Shrine Club, BILTIR appoints Suzanne Williams-Charles, appointment system for Furniture Giveaway, free entry for residents in February at NMB, Brent Smith & Antonio... Read more of this article

Wallpaper Wednesday: Roses With Bermuda Flag

The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a soft digital drawing of roses with Bermuda flag accents. 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... Read more of this article

January 2024: Top 10 Bernews “Photo Of Day”

In an effort to provide everyone with a look at the island’s natural beauty each morning, Bernews features a “Photo of the Day” in our email newsletters and on social media seven days a week. Judging by the number of reader’s “likes”, the month’s most popular photos included the sunny Horseshoe Bay Beach, waters beneath Somerset Bridge,... Read more of this article