Author Archive: Bernews3

Review: De Island Shack On Somerset Road

[Written by Dale Butler] During my visit two weeks ago to interview Barbara [nee Bassett] Dillas at the bus stop in front of the former Arnold’s Supermarket in Somerset about her memorial to Somerset businesses, as I looked across the road, I observed a constant stream of people going to the window of De Island Shack, described as the “local... Read more of this article

Mark Morrison Returns For Mile And Marathon

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian Mark Morrison will return to the island to compete in his first Butterfield Mile race for almost two decades on Friday [January 12]. Morrison, 39, was once considered one of the most promising young runners in Bermuda, twice winning the Heritage Day Junior Classic and dominating the junior cross-country scene. He... Read more of this article

Review: Jazz Extravaganza At Leopards Club

[Written by Dale Butler] Bermudian drummer Stefan Furbert came from a misty cloud of performances to the forefront when he organized the return from the UK of pianist James Richardson. There were great expectations that he would organize additional events but that was not to be until he was ready. Stefan’s return on Saturday, January 6, 2024 to the... Read more of this article

Patrick Bean Jr On Acting, Success & More

Bermudian Patrick Bean Jr is making a name for himself in the film, television, and theatre industry. Most recently, the 37-year-old actor was featured alongside his fiancée, LaJoy Robinson, on the nationally syndicated talk show Kamaro during an ‘unlock the phone’ episode. Mr. Bean was depicted as suspecting his girlfriend of having an affair... Read more of this article

Live Jazz Fusion At The Deep On Thursday

A live jazz fusion event is set to take place at The Deep on Thursday [Jan 11] from 7.30pm to 10.30pm, featuring the Tino Marquez Quintet [TMQ]. A spokesperson said, “Join us this Thursday for an unforgettable evening of live jazz fusion at The Deep. From 7.30pm to 10.30pm, the incredibly talented TMQ will grace the stage, taking us on a musical... Read more of this article

Video: Sunday Jan 7th “Good News” Spotlight

News that Bermuda welcomed the first baby of 2024, Gombeys celebrated the new year, Jessica Lewis ranked top 10 in the world in three distances, Milan Butterfield scored for Nuneaton Borough, and the Howard University swimming team trained in Bermuda were all some of the positive news stories from the past week. In additional good news, Sydney Mason... Read more of this article

Celebrating 40th Birthday By Marking 40 Visits

Jodi Covington is aiming to travel to 40 countries as her 40th birthday approaches on January 30, with her travels taking her across the Caribbean, Europe, and Canada and the United States so far. A spokesperson said, “As January 30 approaches, Jodi Covington is gearing up for an extraordinary milestone. She’s celebrating her 40th birthday... Read more of this article

Bermuda Is Love Launches #Share&Wear

This January, Bermuda Is Love is launching the #Share&Wear campaign to “advocate for the right to clothing, raise awareness around the problem of fast fashion, and highlight that everyone in Bermuda deserves access to high-quality, sustainable clothing.” A spokesperson said, “Clothing is a basic human need, similar to food and... Read more of this article

BOA Mourns Passing Of Judy Simons

[Updated] The Bermuda Olympic Association [BOA] said they are saddened to advise of the passing of former BOA President Judy Simons, noting that her ”contributions to the BOA and Bermuda’s sporting community have had a significant impact.” A spokesperson said, “We are saddened to advise you of the passing of our friend and colleague... Read more of this article

Shaun Goater Praised By City Women’s Striker

[Written by Stephen Wright] Khadija “Bunny” Shaw, the Jamaica women’s national team footballer, has praised Shaun Goater for helping her become a more cunning and deadly striker for Manchester City Women. Shaw, who joined City in 2021, has been working closely with Goater, who permanently joined the club’s coaching staff almost a year... Read more of this article

Photos & Video: Howard Swim Team In Bermuda

Nicholas Askew, the head swimming and diving coach at Howard University, believes Bermuda is the perfect destination for their weeklong winter training camp. The men’s and women’s teams – which include Bermudian Myeisha Sharrieff – and their coaches and support staff arrived on the island on Friday and are sharpening their techniques at the... Read more of this article

Column: Honouring Wade “Tick” Gibbons

[Opinion column written by Chris Famous] “No, I won’t be afraid Oh, I won’t be afraid Just as long as you stand, stand by me” - Ben E. King We often hear claims about men not supporting each other in times of need. Or that men are afraid to show their true emotions. On Friday, 29th December, hundreds of persons, most of which were men,... Read more of this article