Author Archive: Bernews3

Commissioner Invites Public To Attend Webinar

Information Commissioner Gitanjali Gutierrez invites residents to attend the next session in the series of free public webinars hosted by the International Conference of Information Commissioners, which will be held on Wednesday [Oct 27]. A spokesperson said, “Information Commissioner Gitanjali Gutierrez wishes to advise all Bermudians and residents... Read more of this article

Miles ‘Trane’ Manders Holds Outdoor Art Class

[Written by Dale Butler] International musician, artist, teacher, composer and pioneer Miles ‘Trane’ Manders was not deterred when he was unable to open his music school along with Atlantic Publishing House, who were preparing a second Cultural House in the heartbeat of the City. On Friday afternoon, he held a drive through and drop in outdoor... Read more of this article

BWS: “More Wet & Potentially Noisy Weather”

“More wet and potentially noisy weather conditions on the way for late tonight into tomorrow,” the Bermuda Weather Service said, adding that “last Saturday’s early wake up call was just a start to more rain, showers, and thunderstorms that are expected to arrive after midnight tonight.” The BWS has issued a Thunderstorm... Read more of this article

Bid To Win Flora Duffy’s Signed Rio Olympic Suit

Olympic gold medalist Flora Duffy’s signed Rio Olympic suit is currently up for auction in an effort to raise money for Warwick Academy’s bursary fund, with the auction continuing until 5.00pm today [Oct 25]. A spokesperson said, “Olympic Gold Medalist Flora Duffy had a whirlwind trip to Bermuda to celebrate her remarkable achievement... Read more of this article

SafeKey Event Details For Golf Championships

Tournament organisers of the 2021 Butterfield Bermuda Championship are reminding the public that it is a SafeKey event, and provided some information on the safety measures that will be in place. A spokesperson said, “Tournament organisers of the 2021 Butterfield Bermuda Championship want to remind the public that it will be operating as a SafeKey... Read more of this article

Bacardi & BNG To Display Inuit Artwork Collection

In partnership with the Bermuda National Gallery, Bacardi is sharing artwork from their private collection, with the first exhibition — The Shadow Land: Cape Dorset Prints from the Bacardi Collection — “presenting artworks produced by the first generation of full-time Inuit artists based at Cape Dorset.” A spokesperson said,... Read more of this article

Swimmer Madelyn Moore Wins Four Events

Bermudian swimmer Madelyn Moore and her Northern Colorado Swimming & Diving teammates competed against Idaho, with the team making an excellent showing to win all the events, with Moore winning in four. The University’s report said, “Head coach Lisa Ebeling couldn’t have asked for a better home debut for Northern Colorado Swim and... Read more of this article

MyLondon Highlights Actor Earl Cameron

As part of their Black History Month series, MyLondon has highlighted the late Bermudian actor Earl Cameron, a legendary figure who broke down many barriers. MyLondon said, “Born in Bermuda in 1917, Earl Cameron first appeared on screen in the 1951 Ealing film Pool of London, in a rare starring role for a Black actor. “Earl and a white actress... Read more of this article

Video: Christopher Scores 13th Goal Of Season

Nia Christopher scored for Towson University as they played to a 2-1 victory over Drexel, with the goal marking her 13th goal this season and making the Bermudian footballer the third leading single season goal scorer in Towson history. The school’s match report said, “The Towson University women’s soccer team closed out the 2021 home... Read more of this article

Bermuda Cyclists Finish Third In Caribbean

Team Bermuda recently concluded the 2021 Junior Caribbean Cycling Championships in Santo Domingo, finishing third overall in the medals table. BBA President Peter Dunne said, “Team Bermuda concluded the 2021 Junior Caribbean Cycling Championships in Santo Domingo with the road races. Though Bermuda’s riders came away without additional medals,... Read more of this article

Results: Bermudians In Overseas Football Games

Bermudian footballers Nathan Trott, Zeiko Lewis, Jervay Laws, Jai Bean, Detre Bell, and Leilanni Nesbeth — as well as referee Natasha Trott — were in action in the USA, UK, France and Spain. Natasha Trott Natasha Trott — who last week made history by becoming the first Bermudian female to officiate in the CONCACAF Tournament —... Read more of this article

Cumberbatch Finishes 3rd In Championships

Johndell Cumberbatch and his Morehouse College Men’s Cross Country teammates competed in the 2021 SIAC Cross Country Championships. The 2021 SIAC Cross Country Championships took place at the Winthrop Farm Rock Hill, South Carolina. Cumberbatch finished 3rd overall, he clocked an 8K time of 28:17.6, helping Morehouse College finish 2nd as a team with... Read more of this article