Author Archive: Bernews3

Donna Cotter Appointed Sun Life Bermuda CEO

Sun Life has announced the appointment of Donna Cotter to the role of Chief Executive Officer for Sun Life International. A spokesperson said, “Sun Life, a leading Canadian insurance company, is delighted to announce the appointment of Donna Cotter to the role of Chief Executive Officer for Sun Life International, its High Net Worth [HNW] life... Read more of this article

Golf: Local Qualifier Starts On Tuesday

The first round of the Butterfield Bermuda Championship Local Qualifier will be held on Tuesday, October 12th and Wednesday, October 13th, with a final field of 23 players. A spokesperson said, “The stage is set for the Butterfield Bermuda Championship Qualifier to go ahead on Tuesday, 12th & Wednesday, 13th October with a final field of 23... Read more of this article

Matteo Cervino Wins O’pen Skiff In Italy

16-year-old Bermudian Matteo Cervino won the U17 O’pen Skiff FIV Zone II Championship, a two day event hosted by Club Velico Trasimeno in Umbria, Italy. A spokesperson said, “Ending the season with a bang, 16-year-old Matteo Cervino clenched the U17 O’pen Skiff FIV Zone II Championship. The first day of racing was cancelled due to... Read more of this article

Bermuda Comet Sailors Compete In Maryland

The two Bermuda skippers along with their crew continued competing in the Comet International Regattas hosted at the Corsica River Yacht Club in Centreville, Maryland. The sailors competed in seven races, with the worst finish able to be dropped. Dale Brangman and Tajahri Rogers finished in 12th place with 61 net points after they recorded three top-ten... Read more of this article

Golf: BGA Host Monthly Medal At Ocean View

In the lead-up to the Butterfield Bermuda Championship Qualifier, the Bermuda Golf Association held their Monthly Medal at the Ocean View Golf Course. The top three players in the Monthly Medal are also competing in the Butterfield Bermuda Championship Qualifier. Jarryd Dillas shot a 2-under par 68 to claim the win, Will Haddrell had a 1-under 69 to... Read more of this article

Swimming: Madelyn Moore Wins More Events

Bermuda’s Madelyn Moore — who competes for the University of Northern Colorado — continued her winning form during a recent swim meet. The University’s report said, “Northern Colorado Swim and Dive was back in action on Saturday, picking up right where they left off a week ago at the Intermountain Shootout. Facing fellow WAC opponent New... Read more of this article

Astwood Scores In University Of Nebraska Win

Bermuda’s Arnezha Astwood scored for the University Of Nebraska as they played to a 2-1 victory over Eastern Illinois. The school’s match report said, “Despite an early goal from the Panthers, Hugo Kametani and Naz Astwood stepped up for the Mavericks netting two straight goals for Omaha. The Mavericks went on to beat Eastern Illinois... Read more of this article

Video: Sunday Oct 10th ‘Good News’ Spotlight

News that the 2021 Outstanding Teacher Award finalists were announced, the Hamilton Princess selected Tah-Mi Williams as a Trainee Manager in the hotel’s leadership programme, Nia Christopher won the CAA Offensive Player Of The Week award, and Madelyn Moore was named the WAC Swimmer of the Week were all some of the positive news stories from the past... Read more of this article

Join The Green Canopy Tree Planting Initiative

Government House announced an opportunity to join the Governor and her family at Government House on November 6th to participate in the Queen’s Green Canopy tree planting initiative. Government House posted the graphic below on social media, saying: “In celebration of Her Majesty’s Platinum Jubilee, Government House is pleased to announce... Read more of this article

Final Agenda For 2021 Bermuda Tech Summit

The Bermuda Business Development Agency [BDA] released the final agenda for its 2021 Bermuda Tech Summit, with the event to take place virtually from October 13-15. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Business Development Agency [BDA] is pleased to release the final agenda for its 2021 Bermuda Virtual Tech Summit. “With 79 thought-leaders... Read more of this article

Video: October 9th Bernews Morning Newsflash

Government confirm two more coronavirus related deaths, 46 new confirmed Covid-19 cases, 43 in hospital, 8 in ICU, 123 cases announced so far this month, UK Government has provided nearly 95,000 vaccines to date, 21 of 36 schools meet 80% target for screening, Governor signs Flora Duffy Day Proclamation, Flora Duffy’s custom shoes feature Bermuda... Read more of this article

BHEC: List Of Approved Covid Testing Facilities

The Bermuda Health Council has published a directory of approved Covid-19 testing facilities in Bermuda, with five listed: C & S West Medical Services, King Edward VII Memorial Hospital, Northshore Medical Laboratory, HMC Burnaby Urgent Care & Medical Imaging, and Helix Genetic And Scientific Solutions. The statement from the Bermuda Health... Read more of this article