Author Archive: Bernews3

Board Of Agriculture’s Purpose & Membership

The Government is clarifying that “the Board of Agriculture has a maximum of twelve members, and 50 per cent of those are registered commercial farmers focusing on in-ground crop production, organic type farming, and dairy and microgreen production.” A Government spokesperson said, “To correct a recent statement made to the media by the... Read more of this article

HPWC Executive & Management Committees

On Tuesday, November 15, the current membership of the Hamilton Parish Workmen’s Club [HPWC] attended the club’s Annual General Meeting [AGM] which was hosted by the Executive Committee [ExCo]. A spokesperson said, “This meeting was called for the purpose of an annual update on the activities that have taken place at and for the club on behalf... Read more of this article

SPCA Holds ‘Fizz & Flowers’ Fundraising Event

The SPCA held its third Fizz and Flowers fundraising event yesterday [Nov 22]. A spokesperson said, “On Tuesday, November 22, the SPCA held its third ‘Fizz and Flowers’ fundraising event, kindly sponsored by Helen Sawden Flowers and The Tasting Rooms. “The event once again was a huge success, with proceeds this time going towards... Read more of this article

Art Show Features Nanang, Dyson, Hatfield, King

Masterworks Museum announced the opening of Taking Shape, a sculptural group show in the Rick Faries Gallery, featuring works by Liana Nanang, Zoë Dyson, Stratton Hatfield, and Scott King. A spokesperson said, “Focused on three-dimensional works, Taking Shape highlights the diversity that sculpture as a medium can provide. The opening will take... Read more of this article

Taylor Carrick & Western Take On Rochester

Taylor Carrick and his Western University men’s squash teammates fell to 0-2 for their 2022-23 season after losing to number 10 ranked University of Rochester at the Lyman Squash Center. The University of Rochester picked up a 6 – 3 win over Carrick and his Western teammates. Playing in the number five spot, Carrick fell to Jake Koeppel in straight... Read more of this article

Liberty, Spine & Sport, Positive Image Win

A triple header of Bermuda Ball Hockey Winter League action at the PCC Hockey Rink saw two matches decided by shootout goals and a total of 27 goals scored on the night. Hamilton Princess 3 – Liberty Mutual 4 In the opener, Liberty Mutual edged Hamilton Princess 4 – 3 with a shootout goal. During regulation time, the two teams both scored three... Read more of this article

Sport Bermuda Magazine Awards On Nov 27

Sport Bermuda Magazine will be holding an awards ceremony on November 27 from 2.00pm to 6.00pm at Ruth Seaton James Centre for Performing Arts. A spokesperson said, “On Sunday, November 27th from 2.00pm to 6.00pm, Sport Bermuda Magazine awards are back. We will honour distinguished Bermudians who have made significant contributions to sport and... Read more of this article

Ascot Staff Volunteer At Globe Museum

Some 30 employees of Ascot Bermuda Limited took part in volunteering to provide a “corporate lift” to the Globe Museum. A spokesperson said, “Ascot Bermuda Limited came out in force for Bermuda National Trust’s latest corporate volunteering day, just in time to help prepare for the Christmas Walkabout happening in the World Heritage... Read more of this article

Photos: Brownies Create Eco Friendly Hats

In preparation for their zero waste badges, the First Devonshire Brownies have been “conserving water at home and becoming more aware of food packaging and accumulation of waste in their own lives.” A spokesperson said, “They are monitoring their usage of single use plastics and studying the subsequent impact of plastics in the ocean,... Read more of this article

Thanksgiving Dinner At Reefs Resort And Club

Aqua Terra restaurant at The Reefs Resort and Club is hosting a Thanksgiving Dinner on Thursday [November 24]. The event, costing $75 per person, features a three-course meal and live music by local entertainer Tony Brannon in The Clubhouse Bar and Lounge. To book a reservation, call 238-0222. Related Stories Minister Darrell On The Passing Of Chef... Read more of this article

Field Hockey: Pink Robins Defeat The Budgies

The Pink Robins defeated the Budgies 3-1 in recent field hockey action. The Budgies took the lead in the second minute when Raven Pearman scored a field goal, but the Pink Robins leveled the match in the 24th minute when Jennifer Hamilton scored from a penalty corner. The Pink Robins went ahead two minutes later when Hamilton scored a field goal. In... Read more of this article

Minister: Increase In Afterschool Programme

The Afterschool Programme currently has a waitlist, but it is “anticipated that specified cost savings realized in the Ministry will help to provide greater service capacity,” Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport Senator Owen Darrell said today [Nov 21] in the Senate. The Minister said, “The Department of Youth, Sport, and Recreation... Read more of this article