Author Archive: Bernews5

Suspects Arrested, Motorcycle Recovered

Police pursued and arrested two individuals on a stolen motorcycle after they initially failed to stop, with a foot chase resulting in both the driver and pillion passenger being detained and arrested. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 9:10 pm on Friday February 7, 2025, police officers on mobile patrol observed two persons wearing... Read more of this article

Gherdai Hassell’s Art Showcased In Belgium

The Bermuda Government’s Brussels Office is supporting Bermudian artist Gherdai Hassell as she showcases her work in the ‘When We See Us’ exhibition at the Bozar Center for Fine Arts in Belgium. A spokesperson said, “Internationally acclaimed Bermudian artist Gherdai Hassell opens at the highly anticipated When We See Us traveling... Read more of this article

Convex End-to-End Announces 2025 Recipients

The Convex End-to-End announced the 2025 charity recipients, with funds supporting Age Concern Bermuda, Bermuda Audubon Society, Bermuda Red Cross, Duke of Edinburgh Bermuda, The Reading Clinic, St. John Ambulance, and the top participating school. A spokesperson said, “Organizers and sponsors of the 38th Annual Convex End-to-End gathered at the... Read more of this article

Bermuda Win Pickleball Title In Cayman

The Caribbean Pickleball Nations Cup, presented by Butterfield Bank, concluded at the Pickleball Cayman facility in the Cayman Islands, with Bermuda claiming the open division title after a dramatic final against the host nation. Bermuda began their day in the Semi-Finals against Jamaica, securing a convincing 3-0 victory. Sarah Fisher and Imani Phillips... Read more of this article

Teams Conclude Competition At Boston Festival

The final day of the Nike Boston Volleyball Festival saw Bermuda’s teams complete their competition at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center. The Big Wave Riders under-16 boys’ team started the day with a 25-18, 25-20 victory over CSVC 16 Skylight. However, they fell in the Bronze Bracket Final to the Sportime 16 team [25-8, 25-23],... Read more of this article

Column: Chris Famous On Race And Politics

[Opinion column written by MP Chris Famous] On the subject[s] of race and politics in Bermuda. A lifelong friend/Bermuda Cousin asked earlier “where was the other half of Bermuda in the PLP line up?” It is actually a good question, and one that is asked every election since 1963. The reality is just like; the AME Church, the Unions, Berkeley... Read more of this article

Video: BYC With Hayward & Richardson

Bermuda Youth Connect [BYC] and Bernews are hosting a discussion with Minister Jason Hayward and Opposition Leader Jarion Richardson this afternoon [Feb 9] regarding population, demographics and immigration. It is the first of two topic-based panel discussions that all the island’s political parties and the movement for independent candidates... Read more of this article

Volleyball Teams Continue Boston Festival

Day two of the Nike Boston Volleyball Festival saw Bermuda’s teams back in action at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center, with varying degrees of success. The Big Wave Riders under-16 boys’ team had a difficult day, losing all three of their round two matches. They fell to Sportime 16 team 25-19, 23-25, 15-10, Western Mass 16 AC... Read more of this article

Caribbean Pickleball Championships Day Two

The Caribbean Pickleball Championships & Caribbean Nations Cup, presented by Butterfield Bank, continued at the Pickleball Cayman facility in the Cayman Islands, with Bermuda players back in action. In the 3.5 mixed doubles senior division, Vincent Chaves, and Marie Helene Paré ended their group stage with a record of 2 wins and a loss, they began... Read more of this article

Richardson On OBA, Race, Politics & More

“If you share our ideology of building a fairer Bermuda for all Bermudians, you are welcomed with open arms in the Progressive Labour Party,” Anthony Richardson said. Anthony Richardson — the incumbent and PLP candidate for Constituency #7 Hamilton South — said, “In this campaign, the Progressive Labour Party has talked... Read more of this article

SCARS Statement On Sex Offender’s Release

SCARS said they remain “deeply concerned, just as we were in 2023, about the release of Mr. Cox, a repeat offender, and the risks posed to children in our community.” A spokesperson said, “Here is our list of questions and grave concerns regarding the article that was published in the local media: “1.What treatment did Mr. Cox... Read more of this article

Teams Compete At Boston Volleyball Festival

Bermuda’s Volleyball talent was on display at the Nike Boston Volleyball Festival at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center, with several teams representing the island. The Big Wave Riders Under-16 team had a mixed start to the tournament. They opened with a hard-fought win against Legacy Boys 16 Premier 25-16, 23-25, 15-12 but then fell... Read more of this article