Author Archive: Bernews3

Hopkins Competes In Flèche du Sud Race

Kaden Hopkins competed in the 73rd Flèche du Sud Road Race in France, covering a distance of 127.2km. Hopkins crossed the line in 102nd place with a time of 3:35:31, finishing 18:13 behind stage winner Pim Ronhaar. After three stages, Hopkins is now 104th overall, clocking a combined time of 9:04:31; he is 23:56 behind the overall leader Ronhaar. Related... Read more of this article

Kim Burns Memorial Open 2024 Underway

The Kim Burns Memorial Open 2024 Tennis and Pickleball Tournament got underway at the Pomander Gate Tennis & Pickleball Club. In opening night action, the pickleball mixed doubles 4.0 and above final featured Val Stevenson and Gavin Manders against Sarah Jane Jones and Neal Towlson, this after they won their semi-final battles. Pickleball Mixed... Read more of this article

Dr. Douglas’ Dept & Office Co-Hosts Track Meet

Dr. Ty-Ron Douglas’ department and office recently co-hosted the Tommie Smith Youth Track Meet at Edwards Stadium on the campus of the University of California, Berkeley. A spokesperson said, “The 19th annual Tommie Smith Youth Track Meet was an overwhelming success. Over 1200 registrants (from the Bay Area and across California) along with... Read more of this article

Brittany Darko On Being Nurse Of The Year

[Written by Patrick Bean] Few would likely argue the deservedness of Brittany Darko in being named as the 2024 Nurse of the Year honouree. Possessing a sparkling personality, technical know-how, and unmatched servant leadership, Darko simply could not be overlooked and, with a thirst to achieve more honours, appear on the 35-year-old healthcare worker’s... Read more of this article

Police Appeal: Locate 78-Year-Old [Located]

[Updated] The Bermuda Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 78-year-old Allen Cann. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 78-year-old Allen Cann. “Mr. Cann, a Bermudian National, is described as being 5’3” in height, slim built, brown complexioned,... Read more of this article

Weather Forecast For Thursday May 9

Thursday, May 9 is expected to become sunny after a cloudy start with chance of a shower, with the high to be near 25°C/77°F and the low to be near 21°C/69°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 86%. Sunrise will be at 6.24am and sunset will be at 8.06pm. High tide will... Read more of this article

Primary School Championships Day 1 Results

More than 600 athletes representing 24 primary schools hit the track in their quest to secure a spot in the finals of the Primary School Track and Field Championships. A spokesperson said, “Over 70 heats took place in the 800 and 200 meters, along with relays for the under 9 boys and girls and the under 10 girls. “Day two of qualifying on... Read more of this article

Arts Centre Partners With St. Peter’s For Prize

The Bermuda Arts Centre is partnering with St. Peter’s for an upcoming Marine Art Prize, set to debut on Sunday [May 12]. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Arts Centre is honoured to be partnering with St. Peter’s, ‘Their Majesties Chappell,’ in a Marine Art Prize which will be opening this Sunday, May 12. “The reception... Read more of this article

Dr Ty-Ron Douglas Named COSA Award Winner

Dr. Ty-Ron Douglas and the Cal Athletics DEIBJ Office have been selected as a Chancellor’s Outstanding Staff Award [COSA] winner for the Champions of Justice Black History Month event, with Dr. Douglas’ department and office also co-hosting the Tommie Smith Youth Track Meet at Edwards Stadium on the campus of the University of California, Berkeley... Read more of this article

Somersfield’s Spring Fair To Return On May 18

Somersfield Academy is getting set to host its annual Spring Fair on Saturday, May 18. A spokesperson said, “Somersfield Academy invites the community to join us for a day of Spring-time fun at our annual Spring Fair on Saturday, May 18, 2024 from 10:00am to 4:00pm. This highly anticipated event offers exciting activities and entertainment for... Read more of this article

Photos: 2024 Bermuda Sail Grand Prix

The 2024 Bermuda Sail Grand Prix was held this past weekend, with nine international teams in action, with the team from Spain racing to victory. You can see photos and video of the event’s opening day by clicking here, and you can see video of day two’s action by clicking here. Related... Read more of this article

Review: International Jazz Show At Princess

[Written by Dale Butler] The stage was set Monday, April 29th in the Princess Room of the Hamilton Princess Resort with: a beautiful and informative poster honouring the late Duke Ellington who performed at the Rosebank Theatre in May 1964. daily adverts to update patrons about additions to the programme like The Saltus Grammar School Jazz Band. the... Read more of this article