Author Archive: Bernews3

Video: Madeiros Scores To Help Bluffton Advance

Bermudian footballer Jacob Madeiros and his Bluffton Rush teammates have advanced to the state championship, with the young Bermudian scoring to help his team claim victories. Madeiros plays for the Bluffton Rush 05/06 team, which has advanced to the state championship, which will be played in mid-December. On Saturday, the team traveled to Charleston,... Read more of this article

Column: Onion Seed Series: Darius Richardson

[Written by Dale Butler] Darius Richardson is a Bermudian who has had numerous work experiences in a short space of time where he has been able to shine and grow with every experience. He is only 56 and his career list is impressive: At age 9 his mason apprenticeship came to an end when his father died. But the desire for building remained in his... Read more of this article

Video: Ministers David Burch & Tinee Furbert

[Updated] Minister of Public Works David Burch and Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors Tinee Furbert are holding a press conference today [Nov 16] to “discuss their respective ministries’ initiatives, as outlined in the Speech from the Throne”. We will have additional information later on, and in the meantime the live video... Read more of this article

Video: Bermuda In SSL Gold Cup Sailing

[Updated] Bermuda’s sailing team is set to participate today [Nov 16] in the SSL Gold Cup in Gran Canaria as the 1/16 Finals commence. You can tune in and watch the event live below, and we will provide updates with results once the competition concludes. Update: The SSL organisation said, “Bermuda’s ‘Privateers’ got off to a strong... Read more of this article

Video: Ministers Hold Press Conference

[Updated] Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward and Minister of Transport Wayne Furbert are holding a press conference today [Nov 15] to “discuss their respective ministries’ initiatives, as outlined in the Speech from the Throne”. We will have additional information later on, and in the meantime the live video is below. Update Nov... Read more of this article

Bermudians Seek Support For YOUNGA Event

A group of Bermudians has unveiled an initiative to secure support and funding to represent the island at the upcoming YOUNGA World Conference in Dubai during COP28. A spokesperson said, “In a remarkable endeavor to champion the youth and the future of Bermuda, a group of passionate Bermudians is seeking support and funding to represent their... Read more of this article

CG Insurance Offer Summer Internships

CG Insurance has opened applications for their Summer Internship Programme, noting that it is “geared towards college students and recent graduates aspiring to pursue a career in the insurance industry, this programme provides an invaluable opportunity to immerse oneself in the dynamic world of insurance.” A spokesperson said, “The... Read more of this article

Fresh Breath Holds Annual Community Day

Fresh Breath Dental [FBD] marked its seventh annual Community Day by offering free tooth extractions and emphasizing the importance of oral health. A spokesperson said, “Fresh Breath Dental is committed to supporting a healthier you. In supporting a healthier you, FBD was pleased to host its annual Community Day on Friday, November 10th, 2023.... Read more of this article

Video: Kimberley Durrant Lays Wreath In UK

U.K. representative at the Bermuda London Office Kimberley Durrant laid a wreath on behalf of Bermuda at the Cenotaph in London in order to mark Remembrance Day. The wreath, laid with others from representatives from the British Overseas Territories, included a note saying “on behalf of the Government of the people of Bermuda.” Bermuda’s... Read more of this article

Nancy Anne Miller Releases ‘Queen Palm’ Book

Bermudian poet Nancy Anne Miller has released Queen Palm: A Bermuda Christmas, which explores “the combination of African/English iconography as presented in Bermudian customs, the American, sometimes garish modes of celebration, Advent symbols and the poet’s process, as well as a final section of Biblically-based poems.” A spokesperson... Read more of this article

Adrian Roach Wins His 23rd Boxing Victory

[Written by Stephen Wright] Adrian Roach claimed his 23rd amateur boxing victory after a busy weekend of action for the Crandall Chargers. Roach, who attends Crandall University in Moncton, New Brunswick, claimed a unanimous points victory over local fighter Itoro Akpoudo in Houston, Texas, on Saturday, November 11. The previous night, welterweight... Read more of this article

Nine Recruits Training As Corrections Officers

Nine recruits started a training course to become corrections officers with the Government saying the ”comprehensive 12-week curriculum encompasses all the essential elements necessary for their success and competency in their future roles.” Minister of National Security Michael Weeks said, “We are proud to support the training and... Read more of this article