Author Archive: Bernews5

Car & Motorcycle Collision In Devonshire

There was a collision involving a motor car and a motorcycle in Devonshire this morning [March 10]. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a road traffic collision involving a motor car and a motorcycle near the junction of Chaingate Hill and Middle Road, Devonshire. “The scene is currently being processed with traffic diversions in... Read more of this article

Court House Unveils Indoor Pickleball Court

Court House Squash & Wellness has launched a pickleball court to “meet to the growing demand of pickleball on the island.” A spokesperson said, “The fitness facility, spread across two locations, Court House Central and Court House West, has four air-conditioned courts designed for pickleball, squash and pedal. “Court House... Read more of this article

Shotocup Martial Arts Weekend On March 15/16

The Tiger Clash Taekwondo Tournament and the Bodhidharma Zenji Ryu Shiai [Karate] events will take place next weekend. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda is set to witness an electrifying weekend of martial arts excellence with Shotocup’s Dynamic Martial Arts Weekend, featuring two premier competitions: the Tiger Clash Taekwondo Tournament on March... Read more of this article

U14 Team Finish Eighth In Dominican Republic

Bermuda’s Under-14 Boys’ Tennis team concluded their participation in the WJT [World Junior Tennis] North Central America & Caribbean Pre-Qualifying Tournament in the Dominican Republic, finishing eighth after a 3-0 defeat to Barbados on the final day. This tournament marked the end of a demanding period for Bermuda’s young tennis... Read more of this article

Athletes Qualify For Carifta At Pacers Meet

Three Bermuda athletes secured their spots for the Carifta Games at the Pacers Meet, with more hopefuls set to compete at the BSSF National Schools Championship this Friday. A spokesperson said, “The chase for Carifta glory is heating up! The Bermuda Pacers Meet on Saturday, March 8, saw three athletes book their spots for the 2025 Carifta Games... Read more of this article

Videos: 2025 Lindo’s To Lindo’s Run & Walk

[Updated] The 2025 Lindo’s to Lindo’s 10K Run and 4 Mile Walk is underway this morning [March 9], bringing runners and walkers together for the annual event which helps to support the Bermuda Diabetes Association. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update | 90 minute live replay of the... Read more of this article

2025 Endeavour Maritime Career Springboard

Endeavour has partnered with Bermuda College’s Athora Division of Professional and Career Education, to empower Bermudian youth with maritime training, employability skills and career development. A spokesperson said, “The Endeavour Maritime Career Springboard Programme provides hands-on training and maritime career exposure for Bermudian youth... Read more of this article

Bermuda’s First Grief And Loss Awareness Day

Bermuda’s first Grief and Loss Awareness Day was held yesterday on the steps of City Hall. Speaking at the event, which was put on by Gina Spence Productions, Minister Michael Weeks said, “Good afternoon, First, let me sincerely thank Mykie Jones, for her vision and dedication to bringing Bermuda’s first-ever Grief and Loss Awareness... Read more of this article

PLP Recognize International Women’s Day

“Today, on International Women’s Day, we reflect on the journey of the women who came before us, the progress we have made, and the work that remains,” Chairperson of the Progressive Labour Party Dawn Simmons said. Ms Simmons said, “The Bermuda Progressive Labour Party has always been a champion for women, standing on the shoulders... Read more of this article

Ball Hockey: Spine & Sport & Appleby Win

A night of Bermuda ball hockey at the PCC Hockey Rink produced a total of 19 goals across a double header, with Spine & Sport edging Positive Image Dental in a close contest, and Appleby dominating Frontier in the later game. Spine & Sport 4 Positive Image Dental 3 The opening match saw Spine & Sport narrowly defeat Positive Image Dental... Read more of this article

Vote Now: BHSS Hospitality Service Awards

The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] announced the Bermuda Hospitality Service Standards [BHSS] Awards which ”recognises excellence in hospitality and service across Bermuda’s tourism sector, celebrating businesses and individuals that set the standard for hospitality excellence.” “The Bermuda Hospitality Service Standards Awards align... Read more of this article

Ministry: Scaur Hill Road Works Completed

The Ministry of Public Works and Environment announced the “completion of the Scaur Hill safety enhancement project on Somerset Road, Sandys,” noting it was “on budget and schedule” and the “area has fully reopened to regular traffic.” A Government spokesperson said, “Since 30 September 2024, a two-way alternative... Read more of this article