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BFA Announces Addition To Men’s National Team
The BFA announced that Kane Critchlow and Keziah Martin joined Bermuda’s squad for the October 14 match against Dominica, while Nahki Wells will miss the game for EFL preparations. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] are delighted to announce that Kane Critchlow and Keziah Martin have joined the squad in preparation... Read more of this article
Metro UK Highlights Actor Earl Cameron
Metro UK has highlighted the late Bermudian actor Earl Cameron in an article titled “My friend Earl Cameron broke the British colour bar in TV and film.” The Metro UK story said, “On a beautiful summer’s day in August 2017, I felt excited and honoured to be among the family and friends celebrating the 100th birthday of the acting legend, Earl... Read more of this article
Brian Desmond Wins 50 Yard Backstroke
The Fordham University men’s swimming and diving team opened its 2024-25 season with a dominant victory over Manhattan College at the Col. Francis B. Messmore Aquatic Center. The Rams won nearly every event, securing a 156.5-83.5 win. Brian Desmond contributed to the team’s success, winning the men’s 50-yard backstroke with a time... Read more of this article
Ball Hockey: ACT & Spine & Sport Win
The Bermuda ball hockey winter league season got underway with a double-header at the PCC Hockey Rink, with 25 goals scored. ACT 10 Appleby 8 In the opener ACT defeated Appleby 10 – 8. Adam Mattatall led ACT with 4 goals, while Mike Travis, Townie Jackson, and Ian Beaudoin all added 2 goals each. Nathan Ische scored 4 goals for Appleby, who also... Read more of this article
Hard Work Paying Off For Rylan DeSilva
[Written by Stephen Wright] Rylan DeSilva described representing the Bermuda Under-14 side at the recent Caribbean Football Union [CFU] Challenge Series in Trinidad and Tobago as a “dream come true.” The 14-year-old helped Bermuda reach the final of the regional tournament, where they narrowly lost to Barbados in a penalty shootout. Reflecting... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Melanie Eddy’s Jewellery At BNG
The Bermuda National Gallery recently opened ‘Meditations on Form: Jewellery by Melanie Eddy’, its first-ever jewellery exhibition, generously sponsored by Butterfield with support from the Bermuda Foundation. The exhibition highlights the sculptural designs of Bermuda-born, London-based jeweller Melanie Eddy. “It’s a full circle moment... Read more of this article
Football: Robin Hood Defeat Young Gunz
In a comeback victory at the BAA Field, Robin Hood defeated Young Gunz SFC 5-2. After falling behind early, Robin Hood rallied with two goals each from Samuel Carolo and Ian Coke. Player/coach Cecoy Robinson also contributed a goal to secure the win. Dominique Williams was the sole scorer for Young Gunz SFC, netting both of their goals. Related Stories BSSF... Read more of this article
Video: October 15th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Two men injured in separate incidents, Minister Tinee Furbert speaks at Homelessness Conference, Ministry advances road paving efforts, Minister Tinee Furbert on UNCRPD, spectators supporting Bermuda team and Junior Badminton Tournament are some of the stories in this morning’s [Oct 15] Bernews Newsflash. The Bernews Morning Newsflash includes an... Read more of this article
MP Kim Swan Attends Vasco Anniversary
Junior Minister Kim Swan accepted an invitation from the Executive Board of the Vasco da Gama Club to attend a cocktail reception in celebration of the Club’s anniversary. A spokesperson said, “On Saturday October 12th, 2024 Junior Minister Kim Swan accepted the invitation of the Executive Board of Vasco da Gama Club to participate in a cocktail... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Road Works At Scaur Hill
The project to “enhance safety and stability on Scaur Hill, Sandys Parish” continues, with the work having started late last month and expected to take approximately six months to complete Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch previously stated: “The 230-foot retaining wall along Scaur Hill has been structurally undermined and urgently... Read more of this article
BELCO’s Transmission Upgrade Project
BELCO announced that the Company’s “transmission upgrade project, necessary to replace 40% of the underground transmission cables, will resume this year and will continue until all the work is completed.” A spokesperson said, “The project is necessary to replace 40% of the underground transmission cables, many of which are over 50... Read more of this article
Waldron Competes At Two Tracks In Indiana
Harness racing driver Kiwon Waldron competed at both Hollywood Gaming Dayton Raceway and Harrah’s Hoosier Park in Indiana. At Dayton, Waldron drove Sweet Tell in race 14, a pace class. The pair finished 10th with a time of 1:59. Later, at Harrah’s Hoosier Park, Waldron and Boujeeful competed in race 12, also a pace class. They finished 8th... Read more of this article
