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Police Commissioner Commends Four Officers
Commissioner of Police Darrin Simons and his Senior Leadership Team highlighted four officers, three for their determined investigative work and one for his continued commitment to officer safety training. The Bermuda Police Service posted the photos below onlineng, “Detective Constables Michael Redfern & Christopher Sabean + Detective Sergeant... Read more of this article
Phillips Advances In US Tennis Tournament
Daniel Phillips competed in the Lexington South Carolina ITF J4 Tennis Tournament. Phillips took to the court for the men’s open singles first round, taking on Oliver Narbut from the United States. Phillips and Narbut battled in a three-setter, with Phillips advancing. Narbut won the first set 6-2, but Phillips fought back to win the second set 7-5.... Read more of this article
Photos/Videos: Duke Of Edinburgh Joint Training
On the 15th and 16th October, The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Bermuda held two Joint Training Sessions in which close to 150 young people from across the island attended. A spokesperson said, “The aim of this annual training was to bring participants and Award Leaders together to give them a better understanding of the Award, to provide... Read more of this article
Photos: Annual Tech Innovation Awards
On October 31st, the Economic Development Department hosted the annual Tech Innovation Awards, also known as TechAwards, at the Hamilton Princess and Beach Club. A spokesperson said, “Sponsored this year by Nimble, Circle, and Relm Insurance, the event was part of Bermuda’s annual Tech Education Day, itself a Bermuda Techweek event. Since 2007,... Read more of this article
Augustus Finishes T2nd On Moonlight Tour
Daniel Augustus took to the Black Bear Golf Course in Florida, which is home to a number of PGA and LPGA tour players, as the Moonlight Golf Tour season continued. Augustus shot a 4-under par 67 to finish T2nd, along with Joe Zawaski from Illinois, and Jonah Leach from Florida. Austin Hitt from Florida shot a round of 64 to win. Augustus said, “I... Read more of this article
RBRA Donates $1,000 To Bermuda Legion
The Royal Bermuda Regiment Association President Peter L. Aldrich and Vice President Roderick Spencer presented Carol Everson of the Bermuda Legion a check for $1000 towards the Legion’s annual poppy fundraising appeal. Mr. Aldrich stated, “This annual donation from the RBRA to the Bermuda Legion represents our commitment and gratitude to the... Read more of this article
Wallpaper Wednesday: Emoji Hugging Heart Flag
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features an emoji hugging a heart-shaped Bermuda flag. 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, WhatsApp status image or Instagram story. You can download both sizes below,... Read more of this article
Finn Moseley & McKendree Defeat Indianapolis
Finn Moseley and his no. 2 ranked McKendree University men’s swimming and diving teammates picked up a 151 – 145 win over the top-ranked University of Indianapolis at the McKendree Metro Rec Plex Pool. Moseley swam the final leg for the Mckendree men’s 200 yard medley relay D team clocking a time of 1:36:53. With a time of 21.95, Moseley... Read more of this article
Hamilton Princess Promotes Troy Glasgow
Hamilton Princess & Beach Club has promoted Bermudian Troy Glasgow from Security Manager to Director of Security & Emergency Management. A spokesperson said, “Mr. Glasgow is responsible for general hotel security, emergency management which includes weather-related threats, ensuring occupational health & safety compliance, as well... Read more of this article
Equestrian: Truran Wins Class At Zone 5 Event
Casey Truran and his Savannah College of Art and Design [SCAD] Equestrian teammates competed in the IHSA Region 5 Zone 5 Horse Show. SCAD was named Champion with 47 points, while the University of Central Florida was named Reserve Champion in the 13-team field. Truran won the Open Over Fences Division, and also finished second in the Open Flat Division. Related... Read more of this article
Tashae Trott Called To Bermuda Bar
Bermudian Tashae Trott – described as “deeply committed” with a “steady head even in the midst of stressful environments” – has joined the Bermuda Bar. Ms Trott was called to the Bar during a ceremony in front of family and friends at the Supreme Court. She thanked Sophia Greaves, director of the corporate department at Conyers Dill &... Read more of this article
Garon Wilkinson Earns Black Belt In Kickboxing
[Written by Stephen Wright] Garon Wilkinson, the Bermuda Sanshou Association president, has become the island’s first World Kickboxing and Karate Association [WKA] graded black belt. Wilkinson earned the distinction at the recent WKA World Championships in Prestatyn, Wales, where he coached Bermudian mixed martial artists Kallan Todd, Che Durham... Read more of this article
