Category: News
Video: Sunday May 28th ‘Good News’ Spotlight
News that the island celebrated Bermuda Day, 9-year-old Russian Thompson won a dance contest in England, and Horseshoe Bay was named as one of the world’s best beaches were all some of the positive news stories from the past week. In additional good news, an Appreciation Tea held for foster parents, Kole Hall has signed a new contract with Chester, Minister... Read more of this article
Photo Set #2: Bermuda Day Heritage Parade
In a display of unwavering spirit and resilience, the 2023 Bermuda Day parade marched on despite the rain that soaked the island yesterday. Undeterred by the weather, participants and spectators alike embraced the festivities, showcasing their unwavering commitment to preserving Bermuda’s cherished traditions. PHC delivers big time this #BermudaDay,... Read more of this article
Photo Set #1: Bermuda Day Heritage Parade
Despite the rain showers that persisted throughout the day, the spirit of Bermuda Day remained undeterred as thousands of enthusiastic onlookers gathered to celebrate the annual Bermuda Day parade in Hamilton. The parade, a cherished tradition that showcases the island’s vibrant culture and heritage, unfolded amidst umbrellas, raincoats, and the... Read more of this article
Photos: Bermuda Day Race Start In St George’s
The air was charged with excitement and anticipation as athletes and spectators gathered in St. George’s to kick off the Bermuda Day festivities with the highly anticipated Sinclair Packwood Memorial Cycle Race and Bermuda Day Half-Marathon Derby. The annual event, steeped in tradition and sporting excellence, showcased the strength, endurance,... Read more of this article
Glenn Jones & Bermuda Day On Boston TV
Bermudian news anchor Glenn Jones has highlighted the Bermuda Day traditions through his role at the NBC10 Boston television station. Mr Jones, an award winning journalist who joined the station in 2021, was surprised by colleagues who wore shorts to work to mark the occasion. He posted a photograph of the television crew in their shorts and thanked... Read more of this article
NOAA Predicts ‘Near-Normal’ Hurricane Season
NOAA forecasters have predicted “near-normal hurricane activity in the Atlantic this year” with a ”range of 12 to 17 total named storms” of which “5 to 9 could become hurricanes.” A statement from the organisation said, “NOAA forecasters with the Climate Prediction Center, a division of the National Weather... Read more of this article
Video: May 27th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Bermuda Day celebrated, Lamont Marshall and Gayle Lindsay were the official winners of the Bermuda Day Half Marathon Derby with Dennis Mbelenzi crossing the line first, Khari Sharrieff and Naomi MacGuinness won the Lister Heritage Day Junior Classic, Dominique Mayho & Panzy Olander won the cycle race, road sobriety checkpoints tonight, applications... Read more of this article
Live Updates: Bermuda Day Events Underway
[Updating] The 2023 Bermuda Day holiday is set to get underway today [May 26] and we will be bringing you live text, photo and video updates as able. The Sinclair Packwood Memorial Cycle Race and Half-Marathon Derby begins in the morning St. George’s, and the Parade will take place in the afternoon in Hamilton. 2 hour replay of the first part Links... Read more of this article
Videos: Mayho & Olander Win Cycle Race
[Written by Stephen Wright] Dominique Mayho extended his dominance in the Sinclair Packwood Memorial Race after winning a sixth men’s title today [May 26]. Cameron Morris, one of the island’s top young cyclists came second, and Kavin Smith rounded out the podium in the 12.2-mile race from York Street, St George’s, to Cedar Avenue, Hamilton. “The... Read more of this article
Video: Marshall & Lindsay Win Half Marathon
[Updated + Written by Stephen Wright] Lamont Marshall has become a four-times Bermuda Day Half-Marathon Derby champion, having finished the iconic race as the first local runner today [May 26]. Marshall, who also triumphed in 2016, 2018 and 2019, finished the 13-mile race from St George’s to Bernard Park in 1hr 14min 23sec. Sean Trott came runner-up... Read more of this article
Video: Sharrieff & MacGuinness Win Jr Classic
[Updated] Khari Sharrieff and Naomi MacGuinness won the Bermuda Day Lister Heritage Day Junior Classic. Sharrieff clocked a winning time of 11:10, with Cameron Adkins second in 11:17, and Gianluca Bortoli finished third clocking the same time. MacGuinness was 10th overall clocking a time of 12:40, Jaeda Grant was the second female finisher and 14th... Read more of this article
Video: May 26th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Happy Bermuda Day!, follow Bermuda Day coverage all day on Bernews, King Charles III Bermuda Day message, Premier David Burt’s Bermuda Day message, Opposition Leader Cole Simons’ Bermuda Day message, road sobriety checkpoints tonight, Horseshoe Bay among world’s best beaches, Jessica Lewis finishes 2nd in Switzerland and win a $25,000 grant... Read more of this article
