Archive for October, 2024
Photos & Video: BF&M Breast Cancer Walk
The annual BF&M Breast Cancer Awareness Walk — which serves to help raise funds for the Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre — was held yesterday [Oct 16]. The charity previously noted that “for more than two decades, the BF&M Breast Cancer Awareness Walk has united our community in the fight against this deadly disease and funded access... Read more of this article
Bermuda U-17 Women Drawn In Group A
Concacaf held the draw for the under 17 women’s world cup qualifiers, and Bermuda was drawn in group A alongside Puerto Rico, Cayman Islands, and St. Vincent and the Grenadines. The new Concacaf under 17 women’s qualifiers consist of two rounds, with the four highest-ranked participating Concacaf Member Associations [based on the Concacaf under... Read more of this article
Kiwon Waldron Wins Race At Harrah’s Hoosier
Kiwon Waldron competed in three races at Harrah’s Hoosier Park in Indiana. He finished second in the eighth race, a pace, with Levitating in 1:55.4. Waldron won the ninth race, a trot, with Winning Vibes in 2:00.2. He placed third in the 13th race, a pace, with Jd’s Queen Lori in 1:54.3. Related Stories Waldron Competes At Two Tracks... Read more of this article
Ball Hockey: Frontier & Hamilton Princess Win
The Bermuda ball hockey winter league season continued at the PCC Hockey Rink with a double-header which produced 19 goals. Frontier 9 Spine & Sport 5 The opener produced 14 goals as Frontier defeated Spine & Sport 9 – 5. Frontier got a hat-trick from Tom Duggan, John Duda added 2 goals, while Pete Brodsky, Shannon Gosse, Johny Talbot,... Read more of this article
Bowling: Drifters, New Comers & Blue Angels Win
Second spring senior bowling league action at the Warwick Lanes saw seventh place Star Lites fall 3 – 1 to the league leaders Drifters, third placed New Comers defeat the sixth placed team Islanders 3 – 1, while second placed Blue Angels defeated the fifth placed Last Pin 3 – 1. Men Handicap Game: Michael Vassell 258 Teddy Swainson... Read more of this article
National Seniors Strategy Consultation Deadline
The National Seniors Strategy Public Consultation deadline will be on Friday [Oct 18]. A Government spokesperson said, “The public is reminded of the deadline for the National Seniors Strategy Public Consultation on Friday, October 18th, 2024. The public is encouraged to review the National Seniors Strategy Draft and provide feedback by the deadline. “The... Read more of this article
Video: October 17th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Show support for Domestic Abuse Legal Reform, BF&M Breast Cancer Awareness Walk, Minister David Burch discuss Ministry’s enhancement initiatives, Gombey film chosen for four film festivals, Christmas Parade to be held on Dec 1st, Bermuda founders to pitch at global event, WindReach celebrates 25 years with gala, Youth Employment Program Virtual... Read more of this article
Golf Association Launches Operation 36 Program
The Bermuda Golf Association, alongside The Bermuda Golf Foundation, has launched the Operation 36 program at Ocean View Golf Course. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Golf Association [BGA], the National Sport Governing Body for golf and The Bermuda Golf Foundation [Charity #141] are delighted to announce the launch of the Operation 36 program... Read more of this article
Jerry Rivers To Retire From Everen Specialty
Everen Specialty Limited announced that Jerry Rivers, Senior Vice President, and Chief Operating Officer, will retire on March 31, 2025. John Talarico, Everen Specialty’s Chair, stated, “On behalf of the Board of Directors, the management team, and all of Everen Specialty’s employees, I want to thank Jerry for his dedicated service over the past... Read more of this article
Rotary Clubs’ Work Inspires Island’s Brownies
The Rotary Clubs of Bermuda recently held a cleanup at the Riddles Bay Mangrove Reserve, while also inspiring the island’s Brownies to “become stewards of the environment.” A spokesperson said, “This year, the Rotary Clubs of Bermuda have been cited for their interest and continued concern about the environment. Rotarians held a... Read more of this article
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Oct 16 2024
October 16 saw 2,100 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $65,800.00 BD. 100 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing up 6.3% at $38.00per share, while the other 2,000 shares were traded by Watlington Waterworks Ltd, closing up 3.3% at $31.00 per share. The BSX finished at 2,609.02, up 4.90% on the day. There were... Read more of this article
Show Support For Domestic Abuse Legal Reform
On #PurpleThursday, October 17, the public is encouraged to wear purple “as a mark of solidarity with those who have / are experiencing domestic abuse and then share a photo on social media.” A spokesperson said, “October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month [DVAM] to highlight the social and public health crisis of domestic abuse,... Read more of this article
