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Marshall And Lindsay Win May 24th Race
Lamont Marshall and Gayle Lindsey have won the 2024 Bermuda Day Half-Marathon Derby titles, racing to victory this morning in front of a large and enthusiastic crowd. Lamont Marshall completed the new 13.1-mile course, starting on the junction of Cambridge Road and Somerset Road and finishing at the former finish line on Court Street, in 1hr 14min... Read more of this article
Photos: Athletes Arrive For Bermuda Day Race
Athletes from across Bermuda arrived in Somerset early this morning [May 24] for the Bermuda Day Race, with many traveling to the West End via ferry. For our live updates of ongoing Bermuda Day events, click here, and for all of our coverage of Bermuda Day over the years, click here. For extensive coverage of Bermuda Day spanning... Read more of this article
Boys And Conyers Win May 24 Cycling Titles
Matt Boys and Caitlin Conyers claimed the men’s and women’s titles in the Sinclair Packwood Memorial Race on Bermuda Day today [May 24]. Boys, a former professional cyclist, lived up to his billing as pre-race favourite in the absence of Dominique Mayho, a six-time winner, cruising to his first title. “I had a plan with Jackson [Langley] to make... Read more of this article
Dr. Okereke Wishes A Safe Bermuda Day
Dr. Okereke is wishing a safe Bermuda Day weekend, noting KEMH Emergency and BHB’s 24-hour mental health hotline are available for urgent needs. A spokesperson said, “Wishing you all the best for the Bermuda Day holiday weekend! Please see below for a notice from our Chief of Emergency highlighting the services over public holiday and weekend.” Chief... Read more of this article
Premier David Burt’s Bermuda Day Message
[Bermuda Day message from Premier David Burt] Bermuda Day is a day that genuinely and uniquely belongs to the people of our beautiful island home. It is a day when we celebrate and immerse ourselves in the diverse culture and proud heritage to which we belong. Every year, the Department of Culture selects a theme for Heritage Month and the Bermuda Day... Read more of this article
Opposition Leader’s Bermuda Day Message
[Bermuda Day message from Opposition Leader Jarion Richardson] Bermuda Day—a favourite holiday for many locals and visitors alike. It’s a time when residents gather to do what they do best…enjoy each other’s company, put their differences and stresses to the side, and enter full holiday mode. Whether it’s on land or out on the water, Bermuda... Read more of this article
FDM Leader’s Bermuda Day Message
[Bermuda Day message from FDM leader Marc Bean] On this auspicious occasion of Bermuda Heritage Day, I extend my warmest greetings and salutations to the people of Bermuda as we celebrate this significant annual holiday, which also marks the unofficial start of our long awaited summer season. Bermuda’s Heritage Day serves as a poignant reminder of... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Spectators Set Up Night Before
The Bermuda Day parade is set to take place tomorrow [May 24], and Bermudians are getting ready, with people setting up their spots this evening. We spoke with a few people — many of whom have been setting up their spots for years — as they settled in this evening. You can view all our Bermuda Day coverage by clicking here and view our ongoing... Read more of this article
King Charles III Bermuda Day Message
King Charles III conveyed a Bermuda Day message to the Governor for Premier David Burt and the people of Bermuda. In a message to the Governor, King Charles III said, “My wife and I have great pleasure in sending our heartfelt congratulations to your Premier, and the people of Bermuda, as you celebrate the special occasion of your National Day. “I... Read more of this article
Photos: Tree Tops II Bermuda Day Celebration
The festivities for Bermuda Day have kicked off, beginning with a mini-marathon organized by Tree Tops II Preschool, followed by a parade today [May 23]. A spokesperson said, “We have invited our friends and families to join us as we celebrate our Bermuda Heritage. The students from the Heron and Kiskadee Classes [3-4 year olds] started the event... Read more of this article
2024 Bermuda Day Parade Line-Up
The Government has released the lineup for the upcoming Bermuda Day Parade. A Government spokesperson said, “The public is advised that full live coverage of the Bermuda Day Parade will be carried starting at 1.15 p.m. Friday [May 24] via Government’s FaceBook and YouTube Pages. Live coverage will also be carried on CITV’s television... Read more of this article
Coast Guard Encourages Water Safety
The Royal Bermuda Regiment Coast Guard urges residents and visitors to enjoy activities on the water safely during the Bermuda Day celebration. A spokesperson said, “As the community looks forward to celebrating Bermuda Day and marking the start of summer, the Royal Bermuda Regiment Coast Guard urges residents and visitors to enjoy activities on the... Read more of this article