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| The Bank of Butterfield announced that “in response to today’s 75 basis point increase in the target range of the US Federal Funds Rate, it is adjusting its base interest rates on loans by half a percentage point [0.5%], absorbing a third of the rise.” A spokesperson said, “The change in the US Federal Funds Rate has […] |
| Premier David Burt recently hosted the annual Cup Match reception for the Somerset and St. George’s teams at Camden. A Government spokesperson said, “This week, the Premier David Burt hosted the annual Cup Match reception for the Somerset and St. George’s teams at Camden. Among the guest were former Cup Match players, club executives, umpires, […] |
| [Premier David Burt’s Cup Match message] Cup Match is my favourite Bermuda tradition. It is a celebration of our culture and our history. Bermudians unite to experience the best traditional cuisine, enjoy seeing friends and family and look forward to two days of exciting cricket between Somerset and St. George’s. This unique sporting holiday owes […] |
| The official Government and Legal notices for today [July 27] include public notification and notification of planning applications registered. Specification Of Flights Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN0755/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication date: 27 July 2022 Specification Of Flights Which Do Not Require An Air Transport Licence Note: Section 8 […] |
| Thursday, July 28 is expected to see sunny periods, chance showers from late afternoon onwards, with the high to be near 30°C/86°F and the low to be near 26°C/78°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 76%. Sunrise will be at 6.30am […] |
| [Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [July 27] with the list indicating that there are nine bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.05pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 9 runs cancelled this morning, 14 cancelled this afternoon, for a […] |
| Candyce Martins was back in action competing at the Nappanee Raceway in Indiana. Competing in Heat 18 which was the 1:06 and Faster Time Bar Class, Martins in the bike of Mi’s Where’s the Party finished second clocking a time of 1:02&4. Related Stories Waldron In Standardbred Racing Winners Circle Waldron Returns To Racing In […] |
| Police said that after they “attended a report of threatening behaviour outside of a popular Front Street Restaurant” the “suspect became aggressive and set his Pitbull Terrier on one of the officers” and “whilst being restrained the animal subsequently died” and the “officer has been transported to KEMH via ambulance” while the “suspect has been […] |
| Acting Minister of Health Jason Hayward is holding a press conference this afternoon [July 27], joined by the Chief Medical Officer, Dr Ayo Oyinloye, and Dr Lisa Indar, Director, Surveillance, Disease Prevention and Control Division, for the Caribbean Public Health Agency [CARPHA]. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live […] |
| The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] recently hosted a Meet & Greet on the City Hall Lawn for the participants of its Summer Student Entrepreneur Program [SSEP]. A spokesperson said, “On Friday, July 22nd, the Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] hosted a Meet & Greet on the City Hall Lawn from 11am – 2pm for […] |
| The three IDA Bermuda teams were all back in action on the second day of the Super Cup Northern Ireland Tournament, with a win for the Under 18s, while the Under 14 and Under 16 teams lost. Under 14 Division The IDA Bermuda Under 14 team went down 3 – 0 to Glenavon 3 – […] |
| The Bermuda Cricket Board [BCB] has announced changes to the team traveling to Jersey for the ICC CWC League B. A spokesperson said, “The following change has been made to the team traveling to Jersey for the ICC CWC League B: Dennico Hollis [Stenhousemuir CC, UK] in Stefan Kelly [Newport CC, UK] out due to […] |
| [Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda’s team were officially welcomed at the Commonwealth Games during the traditional flag-raising ceremony at the athletes’ village at the University of Birmingham today. Representing Bermuda at the ceremony were Peter Dunne, the Bermuda Olympic Association president, Donna Raynor, the chef de mission, Branwen Smith-King, the BOA secretary-general, and athletes Madelyn Moore, […] |
| The Former Cup Match Players and Officials Association [FCMPOA] hosted their annual Former Cup Match Players Luncheon yesterday [July 26] at Divot’s Restaurant. A spokesperson said, “This year’s luncheon recognized those living former players and officials over the age of 70. Last year’s luncheon, which was the inaugural, recognized those most senior players who are […] |
| An afternoon tea and lunch was recently held for seniors as part of the island’s pre-Cup Match celebrations. Government shared the photos below on social media, saying, “Recently our seniors were treated to afternoon tea and lunch as part of the pre-Cup Match celebrations. Premier David Burt and local dignitaries were guests at the annual […] |
| [Written by Stephen Wright] Ben Smith, the Bermuda swimming team head coach, has shared his thoughts on the island’s trio of swimmers at the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham. Madelyn Moore, Emma Harvey and brother Jack Harvey take to the pool at the $70 million state-of-the-art Aquatics Centre in Smethwick, Sandwell, for their first heats on Friday. […] |
| The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] said there will be a “robust police presence throughout the island” over the Cup Match holiday weekend. Acting Assistant Commissioner of Police James Howard said, “Well, it is Cup Match time in Bermuda. It is a time to reflect, remember and celebrate Emancipation Day and Mary Prince Day, and who we are […] |
| Bermuda International Long Term Insurers and Reinsurers [BILTIR] has formed a Global Advocacy Committee to “engage on international issues which affect the island’s life insurance sector.” A spokesperson said, “The committee will interact with regulators, governments, BILTIR members, clients, and advocacy groups to actively communicate Bermuda’s strengths as one of the world’s largest and most […] |
| The Bermuda Football Association have released the schedule for Charity Cup & Dudley Eve Matches, which will start the 2022/23 Season. The venues are yet to be confirmed, however the Charity Shield will feature the Dandy Town Hornets and the Devonshire Cougars on September 4th. The Dudley Eve has three Groups, with the North Village […] |
| Sebastian Kempe and Nicole Stovell continued competing in the 2022 ILCA 6 Youth World Championship at the Houston Yacht Club in Texas. Two more races were sailed on the second day in the men’s and women’s divisions, with sailors able to throw out their worst race thus far. Stovell came off the water down two […] |
| Bermuda’s Billie Jean King Cup team began competing in Group II of the Americas Group A Round Robin Division at the Centro National Stadium in the Dominican Republic. Bermuda took on the Bahamas on the opening day and lost by a margin of 3 – 0. Asia-Leigh Hollis took to the court first and lost […] |
| Tobiah Goodchild and Tristan Pettit continued competing in the Under 14 JITIC 2022 Tournament at the Cancún Tennis Complex in Mexico. Goodchild and Pettit lost in straight sets in doubles 6-3, 6-1 to the second seeded Julian Garnier from Costa Rica and Mario Lopez from Guatemala. Related Stories Photos: Manders & Cross Win 2011 Argus […] |
| Bermudian actress Lana Young was recently mentioned in People Magazine in an article covering Tyler Perry’s upcoming post-World War II drama ‘A Jazzman’s Blues,’ which stars Ms. Young in the role of Ethel. The film is set to be released on Netflix in September. The People article says, “Set in the 1940s deep South, actors […] |
| This week’s Wallpaper Wednesday features more than 60 Cup Match graphics, all available via our network website BernewsCupMatch.com, utilizing a wide array of themes including Somerset & St George’s colours, plus designs focusing on the very important historical reasons for the holiday. More than 60 free graphics are available to download in BernewsCupMatch.com’s graphic section, each contains a Facebook profile cover and […] |
| A brief ceremony was held yesterday [July 25] to recognise the Department of Workforce Development 2022 scholarship recipients. “I am extremely pleased that the Department of Workforce Development was able to provide $350,000 in scholarship funding”, said the Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward, “This investment enabled us to increase the number of scholarships […] |
| [Opposition Leader Cole Simons’ Cup Match message] It’s Cup Match time in Bermuda and there’s no place I’d rather be than right here in beautiful Bermuda. I am a die-hard St. George’s fan, and I have every confidence that St. George’s will be victorious – in Somerset! As the holiday approaches, one can actually feel […] |
| A fourth man was charged in Magistrates Court today [July 26] in connection with the murder of Letrae Doeman, who was fatally shot earlier this month. 27-year-old Aaron Perinchief was charged with the murder of Letrae Doeman and with using a firearm to commit the offense. He was not required to enter a plea as the […] |
| Bermuda HealthCare Services announced that “following two years of Covid-related absence, the Calvin “Bummy” Symonds Safe Hands award returns to the annual Cup Match Classic this year.” A spokesperson said, “Proudly sponsored by BHCS, the prestigious award is presented to the player who makes the most spectacular catch. Mr. Dennis Wainwright, former St. George’s wicketkeeper, and […] |
| Butterfield is offering a free class in money management and financial literacy to college and university students between the age of 18 and 30. A spokesperson said, “The hour-long Butterfield 101 Money Management Programme will be held virtually at 6pm on Thursday, 4 August, and will be taught by members of the Retail Banking and […] |
| With an aim to expand the way they deliver their news to the community, the Bermuda Broadcasting Company is continuing to live stream their evening news programme online for viewers both on the island and abroad. The live video will begin at 7.00pm, and play to 7.30pm, and then the replay will be available: Related […] |
| The Ministry received 4146 test results — spanning 7 days — and 205 were positive, so there are now 263 active cases, of which 16 people are in hospital, and the Ministry confirmed that the island had recorded two more coronavirus-related deaths, bringing the total to 144 since the pandemic began in 2020. “Unfortunately, Bermuda […] |
| The official Government and Legal notices for today [July 26] include acting appointments, boards appointments and notice of intended marriage. Director Of Planning Mr. Maynard Packwood Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0753/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Planning Publication date: 26 July 2022 Government Notice No. Acting Appointment Director Of The Department Of Planning […] |
| Wednesday, July 27 is expected to see a mix of sun and cloud; increasing cloud overnight, with the high to be near 31°C/87°F and the low to be near 26°C/79°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 73%. Sunrise will be at […] |
| The Government issued an advisory about camping and beaches over the Cup Match holiday, urging people to “help play their part in ensuring that our outdoor spaces are left in a pristine condition. ” Minister of Public Works, Lt/Col David Burch said, “As the annual Cup Match holiday fast approaches, I know that many residents […] |
| Local martial artist Charles Butterfield has been nominated for inclusion in the 2022 Bill ‘Superfoot’ Wallace Changing Lives book and inducted in the AMAA Foundation Who’s Who Legends Hall of Honors. A spokesperson said, “Jessie Bowen, Director of the American Martial Arts Alliance Foundation, announced the release of the highly anticipated 2022 Bill ‘Superfoot’ Wallace […] |
| Kiwon Waldron was back in action competing in Standardbred Racing in Canada. The 2nd race of the day was the first $6,500 division for the two-year-old pacing fillies and YS Sensationalcity [Keystone Velocity] with driver Waldron led with ease from start to finish in 2:03&4 by three open lengths. In heat 6, Waldron was in […] |
| A 36-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder, two teens were arrested after a physical dispute in Devonshire, a suspect was arrested in connection with the theft of $15,000 worth of jewellery from a hotel room, and a man was arrested in connection with an assault on a party cruise. A police spokesperson said, […] |
| HSBC Bermuda held a second Cup Match motorcade today [July 26], greeting onlookers and spreading holiday spirit on a route starting from Somerset and ending in Hamilton. This was the second motorcade held, with yesterday’s event traveling from St. George’s to Hamilton. Today’s motorcade began on Somerset, moving through Middle Road into Hamilton via East Broadway, […] |
| [Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda’s athletes who will compete in the upcoming Commonwealth Games in Birmingham are below, including Dame Flora Duffy, Tyler Butterfield, Erica Hawley, Tyler Smith, Caitlin Conyers, Kaden Hopkins, Conor White, Nicholas Narraway, Emma Keane, Jah-Nhai Perinchief, Caitlyn Bobb, Dage Minors, Sakari Famous, Tiara DeRosa, Madelyn Moore, Jack Harvey, and Emma Harvey. Dame Flora Duffy Age: […] |
| The Corporation of St. George is informing the public of the Cup Match trash collection schedule for businesses and residents. A spokesperson said, “The Corporation of St. George would like to inform the public, whose trash is normally collected by the Corporation of St. George, that Cup Match trash collection for businesses and residents is […] |
| Premier David Burt, Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport Dr Ernest Peets, St George’s West MP Kim Swan, President of the St. George’s Cricket Club Neil Paynter, and St. George’s Cricket Club member Romeo Ruddock were on hand as a cheque for $25,000 was presented to St. George’s Cricket Club to help cover their Cup Match costs. The […] |
| Ocean View Golf Course recently held its annual Cup Match Golf Tournament, with the St. George’s team emerging as victors. A spokesperson said, “Sunday the 24th July, the Ocean View Golf Course hosted its fifth annual Cup Match Golf Tournament at Ocean View Golf Course. This was another brilliant event orchestrated by the Head Golf […] |
| The Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX] will be closed for the Cup Match holiday. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX] advises that the BSX will be closed on Thursday, 28th and Friday, 29th July 2022, for the Emancipation Day and Mary Prince Day [collectively known as “Cup Match”] public holidays in Bermuda. “The BSX will reopen […] |
| [Written by Stephen Wright] Dame Flora Duffy might be the Commonwealth Games defending champion, but some say she is not the favourite to win the individual triathlon in Birmingham on Friday, with Duffy noting “I’m the defending champion, although I don’t think I’m quite the favourite.” That distinction belongs to Georgia-Taylor Brown, currently ranked No 1 […] |
| [Opinion column written by Wayne Caines] As Bermuda’s sole provider of electricity, we at BELCO take our responsibility to the community seriously – not only in terms of providing safe, reliable power, but also to take every measure possible to minimise the impacts of our operations on our environment and community. It was unfortunate that […] |
| The Government has released the ferry schedule for the Cup Match holiday on Thursday [July 28] and Friday [July 29]. Blue Route Operating on the weekday schedule between Hamilton and Dockyard Orange Route Thursday only: Operating on the weekday schedule between Dockyard and St. George’s Pink Route Operating on the weekday schedule between Hamilton, Paget, […] |
| RiverStone International announced that Mike Cain has joined the company, effective July 25th, as group head of legal and company secretary. A spokesperson said, “Cain is a senior lawyer with 25 years’ experience operating in the international insurance and reinsurance sector. In his former role at Aspen, Mike held the position of general counsel and […] |
| [Column written by Jessica Lightbourne, which is Part 4 of a five part series] Part 4: Control Orientation How do you own the boardroom? Bottom line: remember that you are the CEO of your life. This knowledge is what separates the wheat from the chaff. As a leadership coach specialising in career development for Black […] |
| AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A+ [Superior] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “aa” [Superior] of Assured Guaranty Re Overseas Ltd. The outlook of these Credit Ratings [ratings] is stable. A statement from the ratings agency said, “The ratings reflect AGRO’s balance sheet strength, which AM Best assesses as strongest, as […] |
| Premier & Minister of Finance David Burt and Bermuda Business Development Agency [BDA] CEO David Hart “underscored Bermuda’s key advantages as an international business domicile” during a Commonwealth Chamber of Commerce of Hong Kong webinar. A spokesperson said, “Premier Burt highlighted Bermuda’s stability, security, and reputation for regulatory excellence via our integrated, independent financial services […] |