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| Only one match took place at the TN Tatem Middle School Field, as the Bermuda Flag Football Summer League season continued, with the single game producing 71 points. The Black Sharks defeated the Blue Bombers 59 – 12, the Player of the Game for Black Sharks was Shane Granville with 2 receiving touchdowns, 2 interceptions […] |
| July 25 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,230.73, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 64 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories LOM Company Shares Purchased By Director ‘Active And Significant Year For The BSX’ […] |
| “We shall never forget the importance of this annual two-day cricket classic. Cup Match is so much more than a two-day cricket game – it is part of our culture and heritage,” said Premier David Burt at the cheque presentation to the Somerset Cricket Club. The Premier said, “The Government understands that for both Clubs […] |
| The Ministry of Public Works advised that the lane closure on Old Military Road in Devonshire will be extended to allow BELCO to continue its trenching work, with the closure set to continue until September 2nd, 2022. The advisory follows below [PDF here]: Related Stories BRSC: “Our Roads – National Health Crisis” 37-Year-Old U.K. Visitor […] |
| The Department of Marine and Ports Services has advised that the Rockaway Ferry stop will reopen today [July 25]. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Works and Engineering has completed the repairs to the ramp for embarkation. Scheduled service to Rockaway will resume at 4:10 pm today, departing from Hamilton. “The Department apologises for […] |
| In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, the Bank of Butterfield announced that Michael Covell has retired from the Board of Directors effective today [July 25]. Michael Collins, Butterfield’s Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, said, “On behalf of the Board of Directors, I would like to thank Mike for his valuable contributions and insight, particularly as […] |
| The official Government and Legal notices for today [July 25] include notice of intended marriages. Maritime Marriage Notice: Ben Abrahams & Chanmorokoth Hem Notice Type: Legal Notice Notice Sub Type: Notice of Intended Marriage [Maritime] Notice ID: LN0380/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Registry General Publication date: 25 July 2022 The Maritime Marriage Act, 1999 Notice of Intended Marriage […] |
| 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 […] |
| Tuesday, July 26 is expected to see early cloud & showers clear; bright & sunny towards midday, 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 south. The relative humidity is expected to be near 74%. Sunrise will be […] |
| HSBC Bermuda helped to spread holiday spirit today [July 25] with a Cup Match motorcade traveling from their St. George’s branch to Hamilton, greeting onlookers as it traveled around. While the motorcade may have left the east end, it sported both Somerset and St George’s colours, and another motorcade will take place tomorrow, leaving Somerset […] |
| Eden Robinson, Grace Reeves, Madison Smith and Nicholas Hassell are taking part in the Allied World Bermuda 8-week summer internship program. A spokesperson said, “Allied World Bermuda launched a structured 8-week summer internship program that went from June 6th to July 29th this year. Four talented Bermudians were selected this year out of a competitive […] |
| BBC World Service Sport recently featured Bermudian triathlete Dame Flora Duffy ahead of the upcoming Commonwealth Games. Dame Flora recently earned her a nomination for the Commonwealth Games GOAT [Greatest of All Time] award, and is considered to be a medal contender at these Games. The 2022 Commonwealth Games – which will take place in […] |
| The City of Hamilton is advising the public of trenching work that will take place tomorrow [July 26], resulting in detours on part of Richmond Road. A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton wishes to advise motorists, businesses, and the general public of the following road closure on Tuesday July 26th for the purposes of […] |
| Errin Cann won a Wushu Taolu [forms] medal at the 13th Pan American Wushu Championships in Brazil. Cann’s score of 8.250 in Female Group C [11 & under] Jianshu [straight sword] was good enough to capture second place and the silver medal. USA’s Sabrina Ding captured the gold and Chile’s Sara Bruno rounded out the […] |
| [Written by Stephen Wright] Erica Hawley believes she has grown beyond recognition as a triathlete since she first stepped up to the elite level at the Commonwealth Games on the Gold Coast, Australia, four years ago. Hawley was only 19 years old at those Games, where she finished an impressive sixteenth in the individual race and […] |
| The International Development Academy Bermuda Select teams recently took part in the Super Cup Youth Football Tournament Opening Ceremony in Northern Ireland. Bermuda is being represented the under 14, under 16 and under 18 divisions. Each team is guaranteed five matches with various divisional championships contested after group play. The IDA Bermuda teams played warmup […] |
| [Updating] The 2022 Cup Match holiday is being celebrated this week, and we will be bringing you some of the key information, plus stories, photo and video updates of the various celebrations as able. Links To Some Of The Key Information Parking restrictions/traffic notice for west end [link] Government & City trash collection changes [link] […] |
| [Written by Stephen Wright] Donna Raynor, the Bermuda chef de mission, said the anticipation is building in the team’s camp as the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham approaches. A 17-member squad will represent Bermuda at the Games, which starts with the opening ceremony at the Alexander Stadium on Thursday. Raynor, the former Bermuda National Athletics Association president, […] |
| Tickets for the annual Cup Match Classic – which is set to be held on Thursday [July 28] and Friday [July 29] – are now available. Tickets are priced at $25 for adults, $15 for children under 12, and $10 for seniors. The G Pass website said, “The annual Cup Match Classic is a hallmark […] |
| Somerset Cricket Club won the Colts Cup Match this weekend. Defending champions St. George’s Cricket Club won the toss and sent Somerset Cricket Club to bat. Somerset Cricket Club scored 255/5 in 48.1 overs. Jaiden Manders was the top scorer with 107; his runs came off 125 balls. Manders hit 16 fours, Jerez Eve added […] |
| The Bermuda Sandcastle Competition used their always artistic skills to wish everyone a happy Cup Match holiday, combining two elements of the island, creating a sculpture with treefrogs with a cricket ball & bat, noting that “locals be boasting louder than the tree frogs on who is taking home the Cup.” The Bermuda Sandcastle Competition posted photos […] |
| Western Stars Angels were crowned the Women’s Playoff Champions as they defeated Rainbows three games to two in their best of five series. Angels took a 2 – 1 games lead when they upended Rainbows 10 – 5. Cassandra Trott was a perfect 4 for 4 at the plate while Terry Paynter, Shuntae Todd and […] |
| This weekend, the SPCA team rescued a dog and her five puppies after they were found under a van. In an online post, the Bermuda SPCA said, “This weekend the SPCA team rescued this sweet warrior of a dog had given birth to her five puppies just before we collected her. When we arrived, Xena […] |
| The Portuguese Cultural Association of Bermuda is reminding the public that registration for the Portuguese School of Bermuda for the upcoming year is open and can be made online at PortugueseBDA.com. A spokesperson said, “The School is run as an afterschool programme, holding classes for primary-school aged students across 6 grade levels. “The Portuguese School […] |
| Bermuda archers concluded competing in World Cup Archery competition in Medellin, Colombia. A spokesperson said, “The Hyundai World Cup in Medellin, Colombia will come to a close. Well done to our Bermuda archers competing in their first World Cup match. “The Recurve Men’s Division had 91 archers compete in the qualifying rounds. Final rankings were: […] |
| Writing for CNN, Allison Hope noted that U.S. Justice Clarence Thomas “suggested previous cases ensuring marriage equality, same-sex relationships and contraception should be reconsidered in light of the recent Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v. Wade” and said “what’s happened in Bermuda really illustrates what’s at stake.” The article said, “The House of Representatives moved […] |
| The Future Leaders held their closing ceremony at the Bermuda College Lecture Theatre, with 14 students being officially inducted as this year’s ‘Future Leaders’, with the event including an inspirational speech by Shi-Shun Burgess. The 14 students inducted as 2022 Future Leaders included: Sanai Roberts Adderley – Bermuda Institute Zae’ya Tucker-Crockwell – The Berkeley Institute […] |
| The Association of Bermuda Insurers and Reinsurers [ABIR] member companies announced that its member companies are “hosting a record number of 91 paid interns in their Bermuda offices this year.” A spokesperson said, “To add value to the work experience gained with the island’s leading international re/insurance companies, ABIR is facilitating an Intern Working Group to […] |
| The Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] said they have “started a $6.6-million project to renovate its ageing laundry facility.” The Laundry & Linen Department has been housed in the basement of the King Edward VII Memorial Hospital’s [KEMH] General Wing since the facility was constructed in the 1960s. “Renovation of this area is necessary as the […] |
| The Ministry of Public Works issued a reminder that “Middle Road in Southampton will be fully closed to motorists on Saturday, August 6th and Sunday, August 7th 2022, due to BELCO trench work.” A spokesperson said, “Depending on the operation’s progress, the closure may extend to the following weekend, including Saturday, August 13th and Sunday, […] |
| “As Cup Match approaches, we anticipate that there will be increased excitement and activity as we prepare for a long weekend of events. However, as we enjoy ourselves, it’s important to engage in responsible behaviour and think of the health and safety of others,” said the Minister of National Security Michael Weeks in advance of […] |
| The IDA Bermuda Select teams continued their buildup in preparation for participation in the Super Cup Northern Ireland youth football tournament. The U14 IDA Bermuda Select team arrived at the teams’ base at Ulster University on Friday to join the U16 and U18 teams already present. IDA Bermuda Select U14 @ LF Wade Airport A […] |
| [Written by Stephen Wright] Peter Dunne, the Bermuda Olympic Association president, said he is thrilled to be sending a sizeable squad to the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham and believes it reflects the island’s wealth of talent. Bermuda will travel with 17 athletes in five sports – athletics, cycling, squash, swimming and triathlon – the largest contingent […] |
| Dage Minors has made yet another exceptional showing to break a Bermuda record, this time shattering the 1500m record. Competing in the British Milers Club Track Meet, Minors took to the track for the BMC men’s A division 1500m, where he finished 7th crossing the line in a time of 3:41.24, which broke the previous […] |
| Tobiah Goodchild and Tristan Pettit started competing in the Under 14 JITIC 2022 Tournament at the Cancún Tennis Complex in Mexico. Goodchild fell in his opening match in straight sets 6-0, 6-0 to Nicolas Rivera from Mexico, and then lost 6-4, 6-2 to Ignacio Garnier from Costa Rica. Pettit took on Jerald Carroll from the […] |
| The Somerset Big Ballers claimed the double season victory after they came from behind to defeat the PHC Lady Zebras 2 – 1 at the National Sports Center Flora Duffy South Field Stadium. Akelya Furbert gave the PHC Lady Zebras the lead in the 14th minute, but the Somerset Big Ballers drew level in the […] |
| Sport Bermuda Magazine will be holding its third annual Awards Ceremony on November 27th, honouring a number of local athletes and sporting officials. A spokesperson said, “On Sunday, November 27th from 2 to 6 pm, Sport Bermuda Magazine awards are back! We will honour distinguished Bermudians who have made significant contributions to sport and the […] |
| Members of the Bermuda Pacers Track Club continued competing in the 2022 Russell E. Blunt Eastcoast Invitational Track Meet in Durham, North Carolina, making an excellent showing to win five more medals on the second day of action. Daylen Scott captured the gold medal competing in the 13-14 boys long jump division with a top […] |
| The One Bermuda Alliance announced that Jarion Richardson — the MP for Constituency 23 Paget West — is now the party’s new Deputy Leader. Party Chair Catherine Kempe states, “MP Richardson’s unwavering commitment to service and to the community is admirable. “Jarion has served the party with vigour, first as a Senator now as the […] |
| The Bermuda Reserve Police will be embodied on Thursday 28th July and Friday 29th July — which is Cup Match. The most recent official notices stated, “In accordance with the provisions of Section 16 of the Police Act, 1974, Her Excellency the Governor, Ms. Rena Lalgie has granted permission for the embodiment of the Bermuda Reserve […] |
| AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating [FSR] of A+ [Superior] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “aa-” [Superior] of Top Layer Reinsurance Ltd. The outlook of these Credit Ratings is stable. The ratings agency said, “The ratings reflect Top Layer’s balance sheet strength, which AM Best assesses as strong, as well as […] |
| “An estimate of 51,657 Bermudian residents have had their personal data collected though the Vaccination programme” and “an estimate of 46,300 Bermudian residents have had their personal data collected though the Travel Authorization process.” This is according to responses to Parliamentary Questions in the Senate, as Senator Arianna Hodgson provided replies to Parliamentary Questions from […] |
| Kiwon Waldron was back in action again on the Hippodrome 3R track as the Standardbred Race season continued in Canada. In the bike of Erge Magic Bab, Waldron finished heat 8 in 4th clocking a time of 2:02&1. Waldron was in action again in Heat 9, in the bike of Pey Bug, the pair finished […] |
| Sunday, July 24 is expected to see cloudy spells with risk of an early shower or 2, then sunny, 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 ESE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 77%. Sunrise […] |
| Earlier this week the island had three cruise ships in Dockyard at the same time, with the Carnival Legend, Celebrity Summit, and Norwegian Joy all seen in the west end. According to the most recent cruise ship schedule this year the island is set to receive 182 cruise calls, with 105 regular callers, and 77 occasional callers, […] |
| Bermuda’s three archers continued competing in the World Cup Qualifying Round, as Camerin Pickering, Bernard Wade III, and Jaydon Roberts competed in the team competition in Medellin, Colombia. They competed against host county, losing 6 – 2. Related Stories Archers Continue Competing In Philadelphia Bermuda Archers Advance In Classic Archers Compete On Island & In […] |
| The 3D pop up graphics below offer a unique look at the 2022 Bermuda Triple Crown, with the fishing event involving some 35 boats and over 200 crew from around the world taking part. You can view all our coverage of 2022 Bermuda Triple Crown event here, view past 3D photo galleries here, and view […] |
| Girl Scouts from 23 US states will collaborate with Bermuda’s Girl Guides in a clean-up of west end beaches and nature reserves, and the project, coordinated by the Bermuda National Trust, scheduled for today. In total, the environmental exercise will involve more than 150 Girl Scouts, Girl Guides and their leaders. The American Girl Scouts […] |
| The World Health Organization declared monkeypox to be a “public health emergency of international concern” today [July 23]. Thousands of cases have been reported across over 75 countries, and that includes Bermuda, with the Ministry of Health confirming earlier this week that Bermuda has our “first confirmed case of monkeypox.” The New York Times reported, “For the […] |
| The Clyde Best ‘Mural Wall introduction and Vendor Event’ was held last night [July 22] in the west end, with entertainment, vendors, speeches and more, with no shortage of ‘Somerset colours’ on display throughout the evening. The painting on the wall along Clyde Best Lane — which was officially named after the legendary footballer back […] |