Archive for December, 2024

Antonio Pierce’s Raiders Defeat Saints

Antonio Pierce’s Las Vegas Raiders won their second successive match after a 25-10 away victory over the New Orleans Saints in the National Football League [NFL] yesterday [December 29]. The Raiders snapped their ten-game losing streak with a 19-14 win at home to the Jacksonville Jaguars the previous weekend. Pierce’s team are at home to the Los... Read more of this article

Newsflash Video & Weekend Reports, Photos

This past weekend saw footballers in action locally and overseas, sailors competing in Florida and various other community and sporting events. Links to our weekend coverage are below, click to view more. News/Misc: Ministry Approves Off Grid RV Pilot Program Police Urge Safety With Online Purchase Plans Fake Luggage Sale Scam On Social Media Premier... Read more of this article

Man Seriously Injured In Collision In Paget

A man has been transported to hospital after a single vehicle collision involving a motorcycle in Paget. A police spokesperson said, “Around 11:30 PM on Sunday 29th of December 2024, police and other first responders were dispatched to a report of a serious single vehicle road traffic accident, which occurred on Middle Road at the junction with Berwyn... Read more of this article

Waldron Ends 2024 With Victory At Hawthorne

Bermudian harness pony racing driver Kiwon Waldron finished his 2024 US Harness Racing season with a win at Hawthorne Race Course. Waldron competed in three races, finishing second, sixth, and first. In the fourth race, a Pace Class event, Waldron and Firing Onall Fours finished second in a photo finish with a time of 1:56 flat. Waldron’s second... Read more of this article

Sailors Continue In Orange Bowl Regatta

Bermuda’s young sailing stars continued to showcase their skills on day two of the 2024 Tuuci Orange Bowl International Youth Regatta in Florida, facing tough competition from some of the world’s best young sailors. Dylan Menzies, Bermuda’s sole representative in the ILCA 6 class, battled through four challenging races, bringing the... Read more of this article

Shield And Friendship Finals On New Year Day

The 2024/25 Shield and Friendship finals will feature SCC vs. Boulevard and WSSC vs. PHC on New Year’s Day. A spokesperson said, “The 2024/25 Shield and Friendship semi-final rounds, presented by Lindo’s, brought excitement and community spirit over the festive period to the Wellington Oval on Thursday, December 26th and PHC Field on Friday,... Read more of this article

SATA Suspends Azores Flight Service

SATA airlines will be suspending their flight service to and from the Azores. A spokesperson said, “Whilst Skyport is equally disappointed in the suspension of the SATA Azores International services from Ponta Del Galda [PDL], Airlines consistently evaluate and adjust routes based on strategic, financial, and operational factors. “We continue... Read more of this article

Ex-Bermuda Music Teacher On Hit UK TV Show

A former Bermuda School of Music teacher’s band has featured on the most-watched television show in the UK on Christmas Day. Zacc Rodwell, 36, taught piano at the Bermuda School of Music at the Berkeley Cultural Centre from 2011 to 2014 before returning to his native London, England, where he teaches at a primary school. Mr Rodwell’s band, Stratus,... Read more of this article

Premier Pays Tribute To President Jimmy Carter

[Updated] “It is with profound sadness that we acknowledge the passing of former United States President Jimmy Carter, a leader who dedicated his life to service, peace, and the betterment of humanity,” Premier David Burt said this evening [Dec 29]. “President Carter’s commitment to human rights, diplomacy over conflict, and the... Read more of this article

Applications Open For Govt Boards, Committees

The Cabinet Office is reminding residents interested in serving on government boards and committees that applications are currently open and the process remains ongoing. A Government spokesperson said, “The Cabinet Office is taking this opportunity to remind interested residents who wish to serve on Government boards and committees that they can currently... Read more of this article

Nahki Wells Creates Goal In Bristol Win

Nahki Wells created a goal in Bristol City’s 3-0 win at home to Portsmouth in the Sky Bet Championship today [December 29]. Wells supplied a superb cross from the left for defender Rob Dickie to score from close range for City’s third in the 35th minute. The Bermuda forward had a powerful effort saved by goalkeeper Nicolas Schmid and also went close... Read more of this article

Weather Forecast For Monday December 30

Monday, December 30 is expected to see a few sunny breaks, but generally cloudy and damp, with the high to be near 21°C/69°F and the low to be near 18°C/64°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 74%. Sunrise will be at 7.20am and sunset will be at 5.24pm. High tide will... Read more of this article