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Photos & Video: Gombeys At Clarien IronKids
The Clarien Iron Kids Triathlon took place this weekend at Clearwater Beach in St. David’s, with the event also featuring a performance by the Gombeys, which capped off a successful day of competition which saw the island’s young athletes in action in front of a special guest, as Olympic Gold Medalist Dame Flora Duffy in attendance to cheer... Read more of this article
YouthVision Express Gratitude For Support
Desmond Crockwell thanked everyone who supported the Gombey Celebration on Saturday [June 10], noting that they “saw community members from all walks of life come together to promote peace, love, unity and anti-violence.” Desmond Crockwell said, “On behalf of YouthVision Promotions, I would like to thank everyone who came out to support... Read more of this article
Photos/Video: Purvis School Gombey Troupe
The Purvis Gombey Troupe was revealed in a special assembly yesterday [June 9], with the students having worked for months — during recess, lunch time and after school — to form their own Gombey Troupe. A spokesperson said, “Purvis Primary held a special assembly. It was the official revealing of The Purvis Gombey Troupe, that consists... Read more of this article
Historical Video: Bermuda Gombeys In 1934
As the island prepares to celebrate Bermuda Day tomorrow, this rare footage from almost 100 years ago offers a unique glimpse into the enduring spirit of the Gombeys, who have long served as the heartbeat of Bermuda’s artistic and cultural connections. The black-and-white video — filmed in 1934 – shows a look at a bygone era and provides... Read more of this article
Wallpaper Wednesday: Bermuda Day Gombey
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a Bermuda Day theme featuring a Gombey in full regalia. For extensive coverage of Bermuda Day over the years – including over 6,000 photos and videos, history, unique graphics, and much more – visit our website BDADay.com, the island’s most comprehensive resource... Read more of this article
Wallpaper Wednesday: Bermuda Day Gombeys
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a Bermuda Day theme incorporating the island’s iconic Gombeys. For extensive coverage of Bermuda Day over the years – including over 6,000 photos and videos, history, unique graphics, and much more – visit our website BDADay.com, the island’s most comprehensive... Read more of this article
Photos/Videos: Gombeys & Fans At Football
Supporters of Bermuda’s football team — many dressed in the team’s jersey — made their way to the Flora Duffy stadium this afternoon [March 25] to cheer on the team as they played against Guyana as part of the Concacaf Nations League, which saw Guyana claim a 2-0 victory. Fans greet Nahki Wells after the game Gombeys perform... Read more of this article
Minister Thanks Gombeys After Unity Event
“I want to take this opportunity to join the community in expressing my support for the recently held ‘Gombey Unity Link Up’, which was an amazing event,” Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport, Senator Owen Darrell said, adding that he wants to “publicly extend my appreciation to all our Gombey Troupes for coming together in a spirit... Read more of this article
Video: 30 Minute Footage Of ‘Gombey Unity’
“It is about unity….tonight we dance as one culture,” a Gombey leader said as all the island’s troupes gathered for the ‘Gombey Unity’ event earlier this month, making their way through Hamilton as they celebrated unity and a Bermudian tradition that has stood the test of time for centuries. Due to the historic nature of all of the... Read more of this article
Photos: Gombey Troupes Gather For Unity
“It is about unity….tonight we dance as one culture,” a Gombey leader said as all the island’s troupes gathered for the ‘Gombey Unity’ event, making their way through Hamilton as they celebrated unity and a Bermudian tradition that has stood the test of time for centuries. Outside of pre-planned events like Bermuda... Read more of this article
Videos: Gombey Troupes Join For ‘Unity Link Up’
[Updating] The Gombeys are out this evening [March 4] with all the troupes joining together for the ‘Gombey Unity Link Up,’ and they are making their way through the City of Hamilton. The troupes normally come out individually and all of them joining together for this Unity night has resulted in a large crowd, and Bernews is following along... Read more of this article
‘Gombey Unity Link Up’ Event Set For Saturday
Bermudian culture will be on full display this weekend as all the Gombey troupes in Bermuda are set to take part in the ‘Gombey Unity Link Up’ on Saturday [March 4] evening, with the celebration set to begin at Bulls Head Car Park at 7.00pm. The Bermuda Gombey Council’s event poster states “all Gombey groups in Bermuda continuing... Read more of this article
Gombey Council Members Attend MLK Event
Representatives from the Bermuda Gombey Council were present at the Anglican Cathedral along with representatives from Citizens Uprooting Racism in Bermuda [CURB], Imagine Bermuda, and Social Justice Bermuda, as the celebration of the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King was held. A spokesperson said, “They were presented with a thank you for their responsiveness... Read more of this article
Wallpaper Wednesday: Bright Feather Gombey
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a Gombey set against a backdrop of brightly colored peacock feathers. 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... Read more of this article
Gombeys Apologise, Pledge To Promote Unity
The Bermuda Gombey Council have issued an apology to the community for an incident on Monday night and said “all troupes have created policies to deter anti-social behavior and promote unity within the culture.” This follows after an altercation happened, and the police have confirmed they are looking into it., saying “the Bermuda... Read more of this article
Police ‘Looking Into’ Altercation Shown On Videos
Noting they are “aware of video clips depicting an altercation involving individuals in traditional Bermuda Gombey costume being circulated,” the police confirmed the “matter is being looked into.” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service, [BPS], is aware of video clips depicting an altercation involving individuals... Read more of this article
