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Jared Pearman Earns PSEA Award For May
Jared Pearman from the Department of Information and Digital Technologies [IDT] earned the Public Service Excellence Award [PSEA] for May. A Government spokesperson said, “Mr Pearman, in his role as a Systems Engineer, is recognised for exemplary leadership and successful efforts to advance the Government’s digital transformation. He is commended... Read more of this article
Lindo’s Race Raises Over $30K For Charity
The 2025 Lindo’s-to-Lindo’s event raised over $30,000 for the Bermuda Diabetes Association through its annual run and walk, now in its 26th year. A spokesperson said, “The 2025 Lindo’s-to-Lindo’s, now in its 26th year, raised $30,353.07 for the Bermuda Diabetes Association [BDA] with its March event – the biggest fundraiser of the year... Read more of this article
Redwood First To Finish Marion Bermuda Race
Redwood, skippered by Pike Severance, was first to finish the Marion Bermuda Race, crossing the line off St. David’s Head after 4 days, 18 hours, and 33 minutes at sea. A spokesperson said, “The Ker 50, Redwood, skippered by Beverly Yacht Club member Pike Severance, crossed the Marion Bermuda Race finish line off St. David’s Head in Bermuda... Read more of this article
DeSilva-Andrade Wins Three Boccia Games
[Updated with video] Yushae DeSilva-Andrade has won her opening three matches at the Poznan 2025 World Boccia Challenger in Poland yesterday [June 25]. Competing in the BC1 women’s division, DeSilva-Andrade defeated Buket Sema Demirtas, of Turkey, 12-5 before beating Slovakian Daniela Drotarova 4-1. In round three, the Bermudian triumphed 7-0 over... Read more of this article
Mount Saint Agnes Academy Hosts ‘Seek Week’
Mount Saint Agnes Academy’s Middle School students explored creativity and curiosity during SEEK Week through hands-on workshops in art, science, tech, and island adventures. A spokesperson said, “What a week for Mount Saint Agnes Academy’s Middle School Students! From June 17 to June 20, our middle school students dove into SEEK Week —... Read more of this article
Court Street Market Hosts First Jerk Festival
Court Street Market hosted its first annual Jerk Festival on Sunday, June 22. Alfred Mallory of Big Al’s Jerk was crowned the inaugural Jerk King, while Seven Collection was awarded for the most creative dish for its jerk mushroom. The next event on the calendar is the Pre-Cup Match Fest, set to take place on Sunday, July 27 from 2.00pm to 8.00pm. Related... Read more of this article
Wallpaper Wednesday: Quo Fata Ferunt, Hibiscus
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features Bermuda’s national motto, ‘Quo Fata Ferunt,’ with vibrant hibiscus flowers symbolizing the island’s heritage and natural beauty. 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... Read more of this article
Jake Brislane Competes At Track Meet In UK
Bermudian middle-distance runner Jake Brislane competed in the St Mary’s University Record Breaker Track Meet in the UK, representing Tonbridge and Warwick University. Brislane, who secured a 1,500-meter victory at the British Milers Club [BMC] Regional Races in Loughborough last week, moved up in distance to the Men’s A 3,000-meter race.... Read more of this article
BNT Announces 2025 Heritage Awards Winners
The Bermuda National Trust honoured contributions to Bermuda’s natural, cultural, and built heritage at the 2025 BNT Awards at Verdmont Museum. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda National Trust [BNT] Awards are an annual celebration of individuals and organisations that have worked to protect and promote Bermuda’s natural and cultural heritage.... Read more of this article
Phillips Reaches Consolation Final In St. Louis
Bermudian pickleball player Amani Phillips reached the Back Draw/Consolation final in the Women’s Open Division at the APP Next $15K Pickleball Tournament in St. Louis. The tournament featured 80 players under 23 competing for a $15,000 prize. Phillips opened her Women’s Open First Round match with a 21-9 victory over American Ansley Drenner.... Read more of this article
Bermuda Archer Wins CAC Games Medal
Bermudian archers secured a bronze medal and qualified for the 2026 Central American and Caribbean [CAC] Games at the Copa Merengue in the Dominican Republic. The event, held concurrently with a CAC Games qualification tournament, saw three Bermudian archers finish in the top eight of their respective divisions. Camerin Pickering earned a bronze medal... Read more of this article
Cricket: Devonshire Rec Defeat North Village
Central County defending champions Devonshire Recreation Club began their title defence in emphatic fashion at their home ground, overcoming North Village by 121 runs in a high-scoring encounter. After North Village won the toss and elected to send the hosts in to bat, Devonshire Recreation Club put on a formidable batting performance, posting a daunting... Read more of this article
