Author Archive: Bernews3

Video: NBC’s ‘Today’ Show To Visit Bermuda

NBC’s Today with Hoda & Jenna television show is getting set to visit Bermuda, with the pair to be hosted at The Loren at Pink Beach on May 9 and May 10. A spokesperson said, “On May 9th and 10th follow along as TODAY with Hoda & Jenna explore the stunning shores of Bermuda, visiting a range of local gems. Highlights include an exclusive... Read more of this article

Premier David Burt Visits Brookfield Place

Premier David Burt conducted a site visit of the Brookfield Place development. A Government spokesperson said, “Earlier this week [Apr. 29], Premier David Burt conducted a site visit of the Brookfield Place development with members of the company’s leadership team – Brian Kingston, CEO, Real Estate; Charlie Howe, Vice President Investments,... Read more of this article

Photo Set 1: 2024 USATF Bermuda Grand Prix

Top athletes from over 20 countries showed their skills at the USATF Bermuda Grand Prix at the Flora Duffy Stadium. This year marked the third year Bermuda has hosted the event, which was broadcast internationally by NBC Sports. You can view over 80 images of the meet below, and all our coverage of the USATF Bermuda Grand Prix here. Related... Read more of this article

‘Walk Through History’ Event On May 1

A lunchtime ‘Walk Through History’ will take place on May 1 at Victoria Park, retracing the pivotal events of May 1, 1981, during the General Strike. A spokesperson said, “Wednesday, May 1st, there will be a lunchtime ‘Walk Through History’ starting at Victoria Park at noon. This 45 minute procession, will follow footsteps... Read more of this article

Photos: Special Olympics At USATF Grand Prix

Some of the island’s top Special Olympics track and field athletes showcased their talents during the USATF Bermuda Grand Prix at the Flora Duffy Stadium on Sunday [April 28]. Eight athletes – Eleah Basden, Kemari Dill, Derek Ingram, Micah Lambert, Zafar O’Loughlin, Iyon Simmons, Exodus Somner and Eden Woollery – performed in front of a home... Read more of this article

Hawley And Smith Compete In China

Bermuda triathlete Erica Hawley continued her fine form with a fourteenth-place finish in the elite women’s race at the World Triathlon Cup in Chengdu, China, today [April 29]. Hawley, who finished a superb fifth in the World Triathlon Cup in Wollongong, Australia, last weekend, finished the Olympic-distance course [1,500-metres swim, 40.56-kilometers... Read more of this article

Danté Leverock To Host Elite Summer Camp

Danté Leverock, the Bermuda defender, will host his DaRock Elite Football Summer Camp at BFA Field from July 1 to September 6. Youngsters aged 5 to 14 will be able to develop their skills with top-notch coaching and meet new friends in a safe environment on and off the field. The camp costs $200 for the week or $250 with kit. For more details, email... Read more of this article

Bermuda Set To Celebrate Women’s Suffrage

Bermuda is set to commemorate the 80th anniversary of women’s suffrage, with a forum set to take place tomorrow [April 30]. A spokesperson said, “The 80th anniversary of the successful passage of the bill in our Parliament mandating women’s right to vote in Bermuda happened on Sunday, April 21st and this became law on May 15, 1944. In... Read more of this article

Photos & Video: Athene Fastest Kid On Rock

The ‘Athene’s Fastest Kid on de Rock’ – which was held on the weekend as part of the USATF Bermuda Grand Prix – saw some of the island’s top young athletes in action. Brad Molitor, President of Athene Life Re previously said, “We believe in the power of sport to inspire the young minds of Bermuda. Athene’s Fastest Kid on de Rock races... Read more of this article

Videos: 2024 Convex End-To-End Event

The Convex End-to-End took place on Saturday [April 27], with people walking, cycling, and rowing across the island to raise money for charity. Funds raised during this year’s event will go to the following charities: WindReach, Transitional Community Services, Raleigh International, Coalition for the Protection of Children and Action on Alzheimer’s... Read more of this article

Updates: Fastest Kid, Special Olympics, USATF

[Updating] Today [April 28], top athletes from more than 20 countries are set to demonstrate their skills at the USATF Bermuda Grand Prix — which is being broadcast internationally by NBC Sports — at the Flora Duffy Stadium, and prior to the main event crowds will be able to enjoy the Athene Fastest Kid on the Rock competition and the Special... Read more of this article

Photos: 2024 Convex End-To-End Event

The Convex End-to-End was held today [April 27], marking the 37th annual iteration of the event, with people walking, cycling, and rowing across the island to raise money for charity. Funds raised during this year’s event will go to the following charities: WindReach, Transitional Community Services, Raleigh International, Coalition for the Protection... Read more of this article