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Photos, Video: Somers Garden Christmas Lights
[Updated with photos] Somers Garden in St. George’s has been transformed into a Christmas Wonderland, with an array of lights and decorations turning the east end location into a truly festive area. You can view a live stream below, we will have a photo gallery later on and to view more Christmas decorations from this year and past years click here and... Read more of this article
Monument Re Donates $35,000 For School Tests
Monument Re is donating $35,000 to five local schools to help with the cost of Covid-19 lateral flow testing kits. A spokesperson said, “Monument Re announced today that the Company is donating $35,000 to five local schools to assist parents with the cost of Covid-19 lateral flow testing kits. The donation represents contributions from the Company... Read more of this article
Ryan Parris & Alyssa Cardoso Complete CPA
The Managing Directors and staff of KPMG in Bermuda congratulated Ryan Parris and Alyssa Cardoso on the successful completion of their CPA Canada accounting exams. Mr Parris joined KPMG in Bermuda’s Audit department in January 2019, where he focused on Insurance, after graduating with a degree in Business/Finance from Acadia University in Nova Scotia,... Read more of this article
‘Flora Duffy Hill’ Signage Has Been Installed
The new signs on Flora Duffy Hill were installed yesterday [Dec 8], with the road renamed in recognition of the triathlete’s historic achievement in winning Bermuda’s first ever Olympic gold medal. The Government said, “The Flora Duffy Hill sign has been officially installed, the Ministry of Public Works confirmed today. “The public... Read more of this article
Oduntan Family Earns BFRS Heroism Award
The Oduntan family — most notably 9-year-old Zoe and 6-year-old Eli Oduntan — earned the Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service [BFRS] Heroism Award after helping to save their father. A Government spokesperson said, “Yesterday, the Minister of National Security, the Hon. Renee Ming recognized the incredible bravery of two very special children... Read more of this article
Flora Duffy Donates Racing Suit To Museum
The racing suit worn by Flora Duffy during her historic Olympic gold medal winning performance will be on display at the National Museum of Bermuda. The Museum tweeted this image, saying, “Last month Duffy generously donated her 2020 Olympic race suit to the National Museum of Bermuda [NMB]. In July, Duffy won Bermuda’s first Olympic gold medal... Read more of this article
Photos: 3D Look At Christmas Parade
The annual MarketPlace Christmas Parade took place on Sunday evening [Dec 5], traveling from Shelly Bay to Heron Bay, and you can view all our coverage of the parade over the years here, and you take a look at some virtual 3D popup images from the parade below. Related Stories Photos: 3D Look At 2023 Christmas Parade Photos & Video:... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: DofE Joint Training Sessions
The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Bermuda recently held four joint training sessions which 160 young people attended. A spokesperson said, “On the 4th and 5th December 2021, The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Bermuda [The Award] held four joint training sessions in which 160 young people from across the island attended at various... Read more of this article
Daley Wins Gold, Sets Personal Bests In Canada
Elijah Daley recently competed in Stage 3 Racing, hosted by the Markham Aquatic Club in Canada. Daley, competing in the Men’s 13 years and older age group division, picked up a gold and two silver, as well as setting two personal bests on the day. The swimmer won the gold medal in the 50m Freestyle, touching the wall in a personal best time of 24.70. He... Read more of this article
Photos: Christmas Spirit At Aeries Adventures
In celebration of the holiday season, Aeries Adventures Nursery and Preschool recently held a photoshoot with children posing in Christmas-themed outfits, resulting in a series of incredibly cute photographs. A spokesperson said, “Aeries Adventures Nursery and Preschool would like to wish everyone a merry Christmas and a happy New Year. “During... Read more of this article
‘Trouble In Travonia’ Book Now Available
A newly published book titled Trouble in Travonia & Other New Stories by Jonathan Land Evans is now available. Mr Evans said, “My creative-writing series has continued, the latest instalment being Trouble in Travonia & Other New Stories, a collection of 22 stories that also includes some bonus pieces, including two short new comedy plays... Read more of this article
Wallpaper Wednesday: Silhouette & Bermudiana
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a woman’s silhouette with illustrated accents of the Bermudiana, Bermuda’s national flower. The design is also available below as a Facebook profile cover image, and you can check back on Bernews every Wednesday for our latest free phone wallpaper and social media graphic... Read more of this article
