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Photos: BLTA Under 12 ITF Tennis Trials
The Bermuda Lawn Tennis Association continued trials for players looking to represent Bermuda in the Under 12 ITF/COTECC World Junior Tennis Championships, with three matches on tap on the second day of action at the WER Joell Tennis Stadium. Matthew Way defeated Kallan Richardson in a three set battle that took 2 hours and 50 minutes, 6-3, 2-6, 7-5. A... Read more of this article
Photos: BZS “Zoom Around The Sound” Event
On Saturday, 25th March, the Bermuda Zoological Society held their 25th Annual Zoom Around the Sound event. Funds raised from the walk, run, ride event assist with programmes run by the Bermuda Zoological Society run out of the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum and Zoo. Entrants began their course at BAMZ and headed counter clockwise around Harrington Sound... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Pie Factory Grand Opening
The Pie Factory celebrated their official grand opening at their Parliament Street location today [March 29], marking their first year at the new location. Owner Sonia Furbert said, “We have worked for over 20 years to run The Pie Factory and it is an honor to be able to offer our loyal patrons the same food and service they have grown to love over... Read more of this article
O’Shaughnessy Helps Cardiff Retain Trophy
Bermudian Tadhg O’Shaughnessy and his Cardiff University rugby team retained the Western Counties Plate Final in a tight match vs Exeter University, winning 16 – 14. O’Shaughnessy, a former Bermuda U19 representative and Bedford RFC Academy graduate, is vying for selection to Bermuda’s Men’s National XV when they take... Read more of this article
Bermuda’s Tennis Team Defeat Jamaica 2 – 1
Bermuda’s Junior Davis Cup team achieved early success in their opening match Tuesday against Jamaica, defeating them 2-1. The team arrived at 8am for their allotted 30 minute warm up session with match playing starting at 8:30am. First up in the order was Tariq Simons playing in the no. 2 position for the team. Simons is a newcomer to team tennis,... Read more of this article
Jonathan White Called To The Bermuda Bar
Jonathan White was called to the Bermuda Bar this month, with the newly qualified Bermudian attorney called by Chief Justice Ian Kawaley during a ceremony in front of a full court room. Mr. White officially became an attorney having successfully completed 12 months of pupillage with Marshall Diel & Myers Limited where he will continue his legal... Read more of this article
P.A.L.S. Charity Walk Raises Over $35,000
The 29th Annual P.A.L.S. Walk with Me for Cancer Care held on February 19 raised more than $35,000. A total of 600 people registered for the event, which is the organisation’s major annual fundraiser, with proceeds going toward vital medical care, equipment and supplies for cancer patients in Bermuda. Karen Dyer, P.A.L.S. Executive Director, said,... Read more of this article
Pie Factory To Host Grand Opening Tomorrow
The Pie Factory, known for its homemade savoury meat and vegetable pies and desserts, is inviting the community to celebrate its official grand opening at #6 Parliament Street on Wednesday, March 29. Owner Sonia Furbert said, “We have worked for over 20 years to run The Pie Factory and it is an honor to be able to offer our loyal patrons the same... Read more of this article
Sea Cadet Dinghy Completely Refurbished
The Bermuda Sea Cadet Corps took delivery last week of their completely refurbished ASC Dinghy, Philippa, thanks to the help of Spar Yard Marine Solutions. Philippa is the primary training dinghy used by the Sea Cadets to teach rowing and seamanship and boat handling skills. Four Cadet oarsman and a coxswain take it out on the water every Friday evening... Read more of this article
Photos: “Fryderyk Chopin” Ship Visits Bermuda
The Fryderyk Chopin tall ship is presently visiting the island, with the 180-foot long vessel seen in St. George’s today [March 27]. Designed by Polish naval architect Zygmunt Choreń, the ship is named after the 19th century Polish composer, and can accommodate a crew of 53, and is able to attain a maximum speed of 9kn under engine, and 16kn under... Read more of this article
Video: 60 Years On The Job For Shirley Hunt
He has been working at the Elbow Beach Resort for 60 years, and Bell Captain Shirley Hunt says that he still enjoys what he’s doing and has no plans to retire yet. Bernews recently had the opportunity to meet with Mr. Hunt, and guest interviewer Charles Webbe introduced him by saying, “During the ten decades that this hotel has been in existence,... Read more of this article
Lisa Blackburn Breaks Masters World Record
Bermuda’s Lisa Blackburn made a very impressive showing at the Ontario Masters Swimming Championships in Canada this weekend, breaking the Masters World Record in the 100 freestyle. Racing at the Ontario Masters Swimming Championships in Toronto, Ontario, she shattered the Masters World Record in the 100 freestyle with a time of 58.24. Ms Blackburn... Read more of this article
