Archive for May, 2025
Aeolus Donates Solar Power System To BFA
Aeolus Capital Management donated a solar panel system to the Bermuda Football Association, which they said is expected to save approximately $5,332 worth on electricity in its first year and over $200,000 during the next 30 years, with the company noting this will allow the BFA to “redirect funds from utility expenses to its core mission, supporting... Read more of this article
Column: Play In Early Childhood Development
[Column written by Penny Saltus, Dr. Julie Dunstan & Fiona Rodriguez-Roberts] Play is often dismissed as just “fun,” but for young children, play is a serious – and essential – business. Defined as activity for enjoyment and recreation, play is the very foundation of how children explore, understand, and interact with the world.... Read more of this article
OBA’s De Couto On Phone Taxes & More
“In the House of Assembly the One Bermuda Alliance supported the Government’s $6 per month cut to cell phone taxes. However, we raised several concerns and exhorted the Government to do better and come up with better ideas,” Shadow Finance Minister Dr. Douglas De Couto said. “While we would all like to keep an extra $6 per month... Read more of this article
2025 Bermuda Powwow Set For June 7-8
The St. David’s Islanders and Native Community announced the Bermuda Powwow will be held on June 7–8 in St David’s. A spokesperson said, “The St. David’s Islanders and Native Community is thrilled to announce the dates for the Bi-Annual Bermuda Powwow 2025, taking place on June 7 and 8 at the Lords, St. David’s County Cricket Club.... Read more of this article
Willie Clemons Joins Leiston Football Club
Bermuda national team footballer Willie Clemons has joined Leiston Football Club in England, with the club saying “he’s an attacking, dynamic player and it’s an exciting one for the fans.” The club’s announcement said, “The Blues have made their first signing of the close season, with Bermudian international Willie Clemons... Read more of this article
‘Women Mean Business: Level Up’ On June 6
Some of Bermuda’s leading female executives will take the spotlight alongside Jenny Campbell at ‘Women Mean Business: Level Up’ a dynamic afternoon event designed to support and inspire women at all stages of their careers. A spokesperson said, “The event takes place on Friday, June 6th, hosted at HSBC’s 6th Floor event space... Read more of this article
Nicholas Christopher To Star In ‘Chess’
Bermudian actor Nicholas Christopher has joined the cast of the Broadway revival of ‘Chess’, playing the role of Freddie Trumper. A Broadway Buzz story said, “Chess, the ABBA-scored musical set set around a Cold War-era chess tournament, will return to Broadway in a revival directed by Tony Award winner Michael Mayer and choreographed... Read more of this article
BermudAir Relaunches ‘Kids Fly Free’ Promo
BermudAir has relaunched its Kids Fly Free promotion, allows for one complimentary child base fare [taxes and fees excluded] for children aged 17 and under with the purchase of a full adult return fare. A spokesperson said, “Families looking to travel this summer can take advantage of the return of BermudAir’s popular Kids Fly Free promotion.... Read more of this article
JetBlue Airways Diverts To Bermuda
JetBlue Airlines flight 304 — which was traveling from Puerto Rico to New York — diverted to Bermuda last night [May 28] due to one of the passengers needing medical treatment, with the flight landing at the LF Wade International Airport around 10:30pm. According to online flight trackers, the aircraft departed Bermuda at 1:10 a.m. this... Read more of this article
Volleyball Teams Conclude Competing In Denver
Bermuda’s men’s and women’s national volleyball teams completed their participation on the final day of the 2025 USA Volleyball Open National Championship in Denver, Colorado. Devil’s Isle Ladies Finish Tournament The Devil’s Isle Ladies team concluded their week in the women’s BB division with a straight-sets loss to the Rusty Ol... Read more of this article
Kiwon Waldron Drives In Four Events
Kiwon Waldron competed in four harness pony races across both the pace and trot classes at Harrah’s Hoosier Park in Indiana. Waldron participated in the midweek racing program. In race 2, a pace class event, Waldron drove Loveyoucookie to a fifth-place finish with a time of 1:53.2. Later, in race 7, also a pace class event, Waldron finished seventh... Read more of this article
Adam Hall Helps Nashville Claim Victory
Adam Hall scored a run in the Nashville Sounds’ 9-6 win away to the Indianapolis Indians in Minor League Baseball yesterday [May 28]. Hall’s performance at the plate was 1-for-4. The Sounds are the Triple-A affiliate of the Major League Baseball team, the Milwaukee Brewers, where Bermudian Hall spent part of the pre-season. Nashville and Indianapolis... Read more of this article
