Author Archive: Bernews1

Photos: Mount Saint Agnes Academy Bazaar

The Mount Saint Agnes Academy Bazaar — initially planned for October but postponed due to Hurricane Gonzalo — took place this past weekend, with kids of all ages flocking to the annual event. Themed the “Seusstacular Bazaar,” the two-day event featured the regular attractions, including the Super Slide, Bingo, baked goods, refreshments... Read more of this article

Equestrian: Patrick Nisbett Concludes In Slovakia

Bermudian equestrian Patrick Nisbett has concluded competing in the 2014 Grand Prix Bratislava FEI Nations Cup International Jumping event in Slovakia. On the first day, Nisbett competed in the 1.35m Small Tour in 2 Phases Class, where he and Qalva Des Hayettes Z finished 24th, they recorded a time of 32.21 and they had 4 Penalty Fault Points. During... Read more of this article

Photos: Home-Grown Alternatives Crafts Show

The Home-Grown Alternatives show was held at the St. Paul’s Christian Education Center in Paget on Saturday [Nov 22], offering a shopping experience designed to showcase Bermuda-made arts and crafts. In 1995 Christine Wellman and Mary Tatem decided to hold a pre-Christmas craft fair, and over the years the event has become an annual tradition, offering... Read more of this article

Photos: Dr. Neil Burnie Tribute Music Concert

A tribute concert in memory of the late Dr. Neil Burnie was held at Pier 6 on Saturday evening [Nov 22], with a host of local entertainers taking the stage, with proceeds from the night going to the Neil Burnie Foundation. The well-known veterinarian died following a marine accident on November 11th, and was buried at sea last week Sunday. In addition... Read more of this article

Nahki Wells & Huddersfield Draw With Sheffield

Nahki Wells and his Hudderfield Town team mates played to a goalless draw as they met up with Sheffield Wednesday, with Wells coming on as a substitute in the 68th minute. The match report on the Hudderfield Town website said, “Chances were at a premium throughout the match, with both defences tough to break down. Nahki Wells and Stevie May both... Read more of this article

Photos & Video: Friday Night Fight Boxing Bouts

[Updated with video] The ‘Friday Night Fights’ were held at the Fairmont Southampton on Friday evening [Nov 21] with a full slate of boxing matches taking place, with both professional and amateur bouts featuring Bermudian, Canadian and American boxers. Teresa Perozzi went down in the third round of her IBA Women’s Middleweight Championship... Read more of this article

First Redhead Duck In Bermuda Since 1987

Bermuda has a rare visitor in the form of a Redhead duck which is the first to reach the island since 1987. The Bermuda Audubon Society said the male duck pictured below was discovered by Dr. David Wingate at Port Royal Golf Course in Southampton. Photo by Andrew Dobson: According to the U.S. Patuxent Wildlife Research Center, “Redheads breed... Read more of this article

Equestrian: Patrick Nisbett Competes In Slovakia

Bermudian equestrian Patrick Nisbett began competing in the 2014 Grand Prix Bratislava FEI Nations Cup International Jumping event in Slovakia. On the first day, Nisbett competed in the 1.35m Small Tour in 2 Phases Class, where he and Qalva Des Hayettes Z finished 24th, they recorded a time of 32.21 and they had 4 Penalty Fault Points. During the 1.40m... Read more of this article

Report: Bermuda “Refuses” Cameron Request

“David Cameron’s campaign to destroy the ‘cloak of secrecy’ around the ownership of offshore companies has been snubbed by the richest and most important of the UK’s overseas territories,” a report from the UK’s Independent claims. Their report said, “Bermuda boasts of being the ‘risk capital of the world’... Read more of this article

Teresa Perozzi Defeated, Nikki Bascome Wins

A large crowd made their way to the Fairmont Southampton last night [Nov 21] as a full slate of boxing matches took place, with both professional and amateur bouts featuring Bermudian and Canadian boxers. While the title match up of the night with Bermuda’s Teresa Perozzi didn’t end in victory, Bermuda’s Nikki Bascome delivered a big... Read more of this article

MP Michael Weeks To Hold Clinic Today

Progressive Labour Party MP Michael Weeks — who represents Constituency #16 Pembroke East Central — will be holding a Constituency Clinic today [Nov 22] from 10.00am – 12.00pm at the Victor Scott School. All are welcome to attend. Related Stories Mother & Daughter Sip Of Tea On September 23 PLP Acknowledges Paula Cox’s Resignation PLP... Read more of this article

Sailing: Day Two J105 Invitational Regatta

The second day of the Bermuda J105 Invitational Regatta, sponsored by XL, took place yesterday [Nov 21] and saw five races completed in a stiff North Westerly breeze. The opening race of the day was in 13-15 knots with the International Skippers in charge, majority of the fleet picked the southerly side of the course to good effect. The opening race... Read more of this article