Author Archive: Bernews3

Review: James Richardson Trio & Music Friends

[Written by Dale Butler] Saturday, 29th July, 2023 at the legendary Leopards Club at 8pm, The James Richardson Trio and music friends gave a packed house a foot-stomping, pounding, frenzied, hardcore, and rhythmic concert. Such an astounding performance would have easily topped the Apollo Theatre, the Blue Note, Ronnie Scott’s and Village Vanguard... Read more of this article

OBA Candidates Tessitore & Cunningham

The One Bermuda Alliance has announced Sophia Tessitore as its approved candidate for Constituency 21, Pembroke South East and Victoria Cunningham as its approved candidate for Constituency 13, Devonshire North Central. Constituency 21 is currently held by the PLP’s Curtis Dickinson, while PLP MP Diallo Rabain is the current MP for Constituency 13. ... Read more of this article

Smith Competes In Championship Over 55 Final

Brent Smith was back in action at the USTA National Training Center in Florida, playing the 2023 ATA National Adult Age Group Championships. In the mixed 55 & over singles final, Smith lost to Antonio Giorgetti in straight sets 6-0, 6-0. Related Stories Photos: Manders & Cross Win 2011 Argus Open Photos, Video, Results: Tennis Tournament... Read more of this article

Video: Sunday July 30th ‘Good News’ Spotlight

News that the Bermuda U19 rugby team returning home with medals, Brianna Benevides and Aaliyah Lee earned Butterfield scholarships, Dayla Richards and D’wzjhane’ Smith received scholarships, and D.S Malachi Dates and Riley Morbey earned PwC scholarships were all some of the positive news stories from the past week. In additional good news, a visitor... Read more of this article

NYT Features Bermudian Actress Tsilala Brock

The New York Times has featured Tsilala Brock in a review of a performance of ‘Blues for an Alabama Sky,’ in which the Bermudian actress plays the role of ‘Angel.’ The New York Times website said, “Suddenly, out of the darkness, came one of the most thrilling sounds an audience can make: a collective gasp. This is how you know... Read more of this article

Students Earn Dance Foundation Scholarships

T’aja Williams, Vidya Cannonier-Watson, Ravi Cannonier-Watson, Myles Smith, Honor Minors, Onuri Smith, Ava Moreno, Eden Furbert, and Naysaa Tucker all earned 2023 National Dance Foundation scholarships and awards. A spokesperson said, “This year’s National Dance Foundation Fund Scholarship Presentation 2023 took place on Tuesday, July 25th... Read more of this article

17-Year-Old Injured In Single Vehicle Collision

A 17-year-old male was injured and taken to hospital for treatment after a single vehicle collision on Southside Road in St. George’s yesterday [July 26]. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 10:00pm on Wednesday, 26th July, 2023, police and emergency services personnel were dispatched to Southside Road, St. George’s [west of Lower Gates... Read more of this article

Bermuda Competes In ITF/COTECC U12 Match

Bermuda continued competing at the ITF/COTECC Under 12 Team Competition in the Dominican Republic. In their second match, the Bermuda team lost 3 – 0 to the Dominican Republic One Team. Manuel Maldonaldo took to the court first, dropping a 6-1, 6-0 decision. He was followed by Hassan Khan, who lost 6-0, 6-0. In doubles with Raul Maldonaldo and Manuel... Read more of this article

Edwards Completes Luxury Marketing Training

John Edwards, a real estate professional associated with Coldwell Banker Bermuda, has completed the Luxury Home Marketing training offered by The Institute for Luxury Home Marketing. A spokesperson said, “This esteemed training equips real estate agents with the necessary knowledge, skills, and resources to provide exceptional service to affluent... Read more of this article

Students Take Part In Chubb Internship Program

Three summer interns – Benjamin Dill, Abigail Brewer, and Sajan Harvey - are taking part in Chubb Bermuda’s Select Internship Program. A spokesperson said, “Chubb Bermuda welcomed three summer interns to its Select Internship Program, which is now in its eleventh year. This prestigious and coveted internship targets Bermuda university... Read more of this article

Tennis: Bermuda Win ITF/COTECC U12 Opener

Bermuda began competing at the ITF/COTECC Under 12 Team Competition in the Dominican Republic, winning their opener. In their opening match, Bermuda defeated number two seeded Puerto Rico 2 – 1. Hasan Khan was up first and, in a tightly contested match, he defeated his opponent 6-1, 7-5. Next up was Raul Maldonaldo; Puerto Rico leveled the match when... Read more of this article

Video: $50,000 Cheque Presented To SGCC

[Updated] With the Cup Match holiday just over a week away, the Bermuda Government presented a $50,000 cheque to St. George’s Cricket Club “to help offset the considerable cost of hosting Bermuda’s premiere sporting event.” In presenting the cheque, Premier David Burt said, “As the Cup Match holiday draws closer, it is... Read more of this article