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Photos: 2025 DofE Joint Training Sessions
The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Bermuda hosted Joint Training Sessions with over 250 people taking part. A spokesperson said, “On November 1st and 2nd, 2025, The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Bermuda [the Award] celebrated a milestone weekend with record-breaking Joint Training Sessions that welcomed 276 young people... Read more of this article
‘Rockin’ Around The City Tree’ Set For Nov 28th
The City of Hamilton will host the ‘Rockin’ Around the City Tree’ Event on Friday, November 28th, with this year’s event set to feature a fireworks display A spokesperson said, “Kick off the Christmas season with a bang as the City of Hamilton and charitable partner Tomorrow’s Voices present Rockin’ Around the City Tree,... Read more of this article
Aiden Kendall Named 2025 OUA All-Star
Bermuda’s Aiden Kendall was named an Ontario University Athletics All-Star as the 2025 major awards and all-stars were announced. The McMaster website said, “McMaster’s Aiden Kendall has been named an OUA All-Star following an outstanding 2025 season that showcased his scoring ability, physicality, and leadership on both sides of the... Read more of this article
Swan’s Running Club Donates $2500 To Charity
Swan’s Running Club donated $2,500 to the Project Action Charity. A spokesperson said, “Swan’s Running Club supported Project Action Charity #561 who were the proud beneficiaries of a generous two thousand five hundred dollar donation to support the mandate of the charitable organization founded in 1998 by Cindy Swan and the late Judith Stewart.” “Ms.... Read more of this article
Photos: HSBC Help Clean Up Cooper’s Island
HSBC Bermuda partnered with the Department of the Environment and Natural Resources, the Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences and Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] to help enhance Cooper’s Island Nature Reserve. A spokesperson said, “Over 100 HSBC employees teamed up with staff from the DENR and ASU BIOS to enhance the natural environment and beauty... Read more of this article
BBBS Tag Day Raises $21K For Youth Mentorship
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Bermuda raised over $21,000 through their ‘Tag Day with a Twist,’ supporting mentorship programs for the island’s youth. A spokesperson said, “Big Brothers Big Sisters of Bermuda [BBBS] is thrilled to announce the success of its annual Tag Day with a Twist, held on Friday, September 26, 2025. This year’s... Read more of this article
Conyers Earns Top-Tier Rankings In Legal 500
Conyers earned top-tier rankings in the 2026 edition of The Legal 500 across its global offices and practice areas. A spokesperson said, “Conyers is pleased to announce its continued recognition in the 2026 edition of The Legal 500 directory, with top-tier rankings across the firm’s jurisdictions and practice areas in Bermuda, the British Virgin... Read more of this article
Gala Of Giving Raises $400,000 For Charity
The 2025 Gala of Giving, which was held at the Hamilton Princess on Saturday [Nov 1], raised $400,000 to support 14 charities in Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “Aspen Insurance Holdings Limited proudly announced that $400,000 has been raised for 14 charities in Bermuda, in its role as the organizer of the 2025 Gala of Giving, which took place at... Read more of this article
Wallpaper Wednesday: Astwood Park
The latest image in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a stunning aerial view of Astwood Park in Warwick, showcasing the island’s turquoise waters, rugged coastline, and lush greenery. The design is available in two sizes; a Facebook profile cover image and also in a vertical format, ideally sized for use as a mobile phone wallpaper,... Read more of this article
Equestrian Kayla Bardgett Wins Open Flat Class
Bermudian equestrian Kayla Bardgett won the Open Flat Class, helping the Savannah College of Art and Design [SCAD] equestrian team achieve a perfect score at its first home IHSA Regular Season Event. The SCAD team was named Champion after accumulating 49 points. The University of Central Florida was named Reserve Champion with 34 points. Bardgett’s... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Palm Lane Store Opening
Gibbons Company officially opened ‘Palm Lane’ today [Nov 4], a new home store on Reid Street in Hamilton. A spokesperson said, “Gibbons Company is proud to announce the grand opening of Palm Lane, a stunning new home store dedicated to elegant island living. Opening today, Palm Lane brings together a curated collection of furniture,... Read more of this article
Butterfield Reopens Somerset Banking Centre
Butterfield has reopened the doors to its Somerset Banking Centre at 45 Mangrove Bay Road following a “multi-million-dollar investment in its full renovation to enhance the customer experience.” The renovated exterior of Butterfield’s Somerset Banking Centre: A spokesperson said, “The Somerset Banking Centre provides a welcoming,... Read more of this article
