Author Archive: Bernews5

Fusion Masterclass To Be Held On May 14-15

Fusion — a two-day masterclass — will be held on May 14–15 at the Treehouse in Hamilton, “bringing together the best of Bermudian business wisdom and international expertise for entrepreneurs and business owners ready to take their ventures to the next level.” A spokesperson said, “Created and hosted by Bermudian Amanda... Read more of this article

Marico Thomas Reappointed Chamber President

Marico Thomas has reappointed as the President of the Bermuda Chamber of Commerce. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that Marico Thomas has been nominated and has agreed to serve an additional term as Chamber President. “Mr. Thomas’s leadership has been defined by his commitment to inclusive advocacy,... Read more of this article

Hollis & Stenhousemuir Win In Season Opener

Dennico Hollis celebrated a resounding victory with his LOC Hire Stenhousemuir Cricket Club in Scotland. They began their Western Premiership One Division campaign with a comprehensive 138-run win over M8 Driving Ferguslie. Stenhousemuir posted an imposing 300 for 7 in their 50 overs, thanks to centuries from Yaseen Valli and Zander Smith. Ettiene Jewell... Read more of this article

Bankers Association Comments On Budget

The Bermuda Bankers Association said they ‘commend the Government of Bermuda on its 2025-2026 Budget Statement’ which was released Friday [May 2]. A spokesperson said, “Government has announced measures that support economic growth, while maintaining a budget surplus and projecting a stronger fiscal position through debt reduction over... Read more of this article

Christine Bogle-Mienzer Named Nurse Of Year

Christine Bogle-Mienzer has been named the BNA 2025 Nurse of the Year in recognition of her exceptional dedication. President of the Bermuda Nurses Association [BNA] Dr. Karen Grant-Simmons said, “To the BNA Nurse of the Year nominating committee, it is indeed a pleasure for me to nominate Christine Bogle-Mienzer for BNA 2025 Nurse of the Year. “I... Read more of this article

Volleyballers Advance To Gold Medal Matches

Both the men’s and women’s Bermuda volleyball teams won their semifinal matches today to advance to the Gold Medal matches at the 2025 ECVA Senior Beach Volleyball Championships in St. Lucia. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Men’s and Women’s Beach Volleyball Teams continue play today at the 2025 ECVA Senior Beach Volleyball... Read more of this article

Procurement Process For Offshore Wind Project

The Regulatory Authority of Bermuda has “launched the procurement process for Bermuda’s first offshore wind project” saying that “this landmark initiative aims to secure up to 120 megawatts [MW] of renewable energy from wind turbines that will be located off the island’s north shore.” A spokesperson said, “This milestone... Read more of this article

Cricket: Western Stars, PHC & Rangers Win

The Bermuda Cricket Board First Division saw Western Stars, PHC, and Southampton Rangers SC all secure victories. Western Stars Defeat Somerset Bridge – Western Stars 128/5 Somerset Bridge 100/7 At Lord’s in St. David’s, Western Stars delivered a controlled performance to claim a 28-run victory over Somerset Bridge. Opting to bat first,... Read more of this article

Jordan Vieira Named SAISA Rookie Of The Year

Bermudian sailor Jordan Vieira has been named the South Atlantic Intercollegiate Sailing Association [SAISA] Rookie of the Year. He competes for Eckerd College, which said, “Vieira, from Bermuda, competed in 14 events this year with nine top-five finishes. He won the A Division at the Admiral’s Cup on April 26-27 and finished runner-up at... Read more of this article

Bermuda Snooker Finals & Semi-Final Results

The Keen Cup final took place this week at the Sandys Boat Club, culminating in a dramatic victory for RAA. Sandys Boat Club’s Paul Fedden initiated the final by defeating Keino Zuill 74-41 in the opening frame. The second frame saw RAA captain Kenya Trott narrowly miss levelling the score, losing 54-48 to Peter Bromby. RAA’s Arron Bean... Read more of this article

IQUW Squash Championships Semi-Finals

Semi-Finals night at the Bermuda Squash Racquets Association Club delivered a quartet of captivating encounters as the top seeds in both the Ladies’ and Men’s draws were pushed to their limits in the IQUW Bermuda Open Squash Championships. Sibling Showdown Sees Aira Azman Advance The opening match saw a fascinating sibling rivalry play out... Read more of this article

Ki-Juan Minors Rides To Clear Victory In Florida

Ki-Juan Minors has started the Equestrian Sport Productions [ESP] Spring Series Five event in Wellington, Florida in impressive style. Minors, riding Kylie VJ, competed in the 1.40m Open Jumper II2.1 Class. The pair navigated the first round of the international competition without recording any faults, setting themselves up well for the jump-off. In... Read more of this article