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| The Government has refinanced $500 in debt, Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt said, adding that “the successful execution of this refinancing initiative, coupled with the recent positive assessments by independent rating agencies, reinforces that Bermuda is on the right track.” Speaking in the House of Assembly last night [July 15] Premier Burt said, “I […]
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| The Bermuda Netball Association’s Women’s Summer League season concluded at Bernard’s Park. In the opener, the BHB Angels defeated the St. George’s Lady Colts 25 – 19. Charlene Boggle Gomez led the BHB Angels with 15 goals, Donnisha Gardner, and MVP Demiqua Daniels both added 5 goals each, Selena Bascome scored 7 goals to lead […]
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| Bermuda’s Under 19 Rugby National team continued taking part in the Rugby America’s North 15’s Rugby Tournament in Jamaica, with the team recording one win and one draw in the second day of action. Bermuda 13 – Trinidad 0 Bermuda started day two like they finished day one scoring a convincing win, as they defeated […]
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| The 2022 Bermuda Triple Crown event is being held this month – with 35 boats and over 200 crew from around the world taking part — and the Bermuda Big Game Classic portion is now underway, and a look at some of the boats heading out on Friday morning is below. The organisers previously said, “Boats and […]
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| A Bermuda Football Association Women’s League triple-header took place at the Clyde Best Center of Excellence Field. Young Men Social Club Lady Bluebirds 0 – St. George’s Lady Colts 2 In the opener, the St. George’s Lady Colts defeated the Young Men Social Club Lady Bluebird by a score of 2 – 0. Kiuntae Smith […]
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| 27 goals were scored in the latest round of Bermuda Ball Hockey Inline Summer League play at the PCC Hockey Rink. Boaz Island Beer Barons 6 – Hamilton Hurricanes 5 The opener needed a shootout goal to decide a winner as the Boaz Island Beer Barons edged the Hamilton Hurricanes 6 – 5. During regulation […]
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| The island has a new resident, namely a new flamingo chick, who is almost two weeks old now, having hatched on July 3rd. The Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] recently posted a video on their social media showing the new resident. Related Stories Osprey Dies After Being Found In St George’s Video: Bermuda Bluebird Nest Box […]
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| The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday July 16th. On Saturday the Carnival Magic and the Enchantment of the Seas cruise ships are expected, on Sunday the Norwegian Pearl cruise ship and the Oleander container ship will arrive, and on Monday the Adventure […]
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| July 15 saw 400 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $1,900.00 BD. 400 shares were traded by Bermuda Press [Holdings] Ltd, closing down 5.0% at $4.75 per share. The BSX finished at 2,230.73, down 0.02% on the day. There were 0 advances, 1 decline, and 63 remained unchanged. The full report for […]
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| The Corporation of St George, supported by the UNESCO World Heritage Fund, is holding the Cup Match Extravaganza event this evening [July 15] at King’s Square in St. George’s, with the event including live entertainment, vendors and more. We will have full coverage later on, and in the meantime a 10-minute live replay from Bernews […]
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| “Consumers paid 3.5% more in April than they did a year ago for the basket of goods and services included in the Consumer Price Index [CPI]” which “was the highest recorded level of inflation since August 2012 when the annual inflation rate was 3.1%.” This is according to the April 2022 Consumer Price Index publication […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [July 15] include acting appointments and traffic notice. Assistant Justice Of The Supreme Court Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0707/2022 Public Authorities / Department: The Judiciary Publication date: 15 July 2022 Government Notice No: Appointment Of Assistant Justices In exercise of the powers conferred upon […]
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| The Government’s latest Minimum Revenue Guarantee [MRG] payment to Skyport was just over $3.4 million, Minister of Transport Lawrence Scott said in the House of Assembly today [July 15], adding that “to date we have made seven MRG payments to Skyport totalling $47,392,811.82.” The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr. Speaker, on the 12th November […]
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| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Bermuda said they are excited to announce that “they will be bringing back the BBBS Celebrity Dunk Tank” in partnership with the City of Hamilton on Sunday [July 17] at the City’s “Summer Sunday” event at Victoria Park from 1.00pm to 6.00pm. “Our ‘dunkees’ are Dwayne Caines, DJ Rusty G, […]
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| Two teams will battle on Saturday at Lord’s in St. David’s in the first round of the Eastern County Cup Competition. Cup holder’s St. David’s Cricket Club have included two Colts in Drewonde Bascome and Isaiah O’Brien, while Flatt’s have recalled veteran Kevin Hurdle, and they have also selected St. David’s Cricket Club opener Ajuan […]
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| BELCO trench works on Middle Road, Southampton between the stretch of Riviera Road and Rebecca Road “will require a full road closure” on Saturday, August 6th and Sunday, August 7th, the Government has advised. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works wishes to inform the motoring public that BELCO will need to undertake […]
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| “Today I would like to celebrate and commend the recipients of the various scholarships and awards provided by the Ministry of Education,” Minister of Education Diallo Rabain said in the House of Assembly today [July 15] “Through our mandate to support continuing education, the Ministry funds scholarships and awards, helping over 65 individuals to attend college […]
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| “The Cabinet has approved the merging of the West End Development Corporation and the Bermuda Land Development Company into one new entity,” Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch said, explaining that this “will effect cost savings by reducing duplication of roles.” Speaking in the House of Assembly today [July 15] the Minister said, “I […]
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| Minister of Education Diallo Rabain said that he will table the ‘Bermuda College Amendment Act 2022′ in the House of Assembly today [July 15] which “proposes a simple change – to allow the Bermuda College to appoint its own Auditor.” The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr Speaker, This morning, I would like to give brief […]
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| The total number of Economic Investment Certificate [EIC] holders has “exceeded our expectations” and the “total amount invested stands at $349.6 million since the program was launched” in March 2021, Minister for Economy and Labour Jason Hayward said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [July 15] the Minister said, “I am elated to rise […]
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| The Government will not “make any decisions on the way forward for the Quarry Depot until the report has been completed and properly scrutinised,” Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [July 15] the Minister said, “The Ministry of Public Works issued a Request for Proposals [RFP] […]
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| The United Nations Oceans Conference recently held in Portugal was an ”excellent opportunity to showcase what Bermuda has done to develop our Blue Economy and Marine Spatial Plan,” Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [July 15] the Minister said, “I rise today to inform this Honourable House of my […]
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| The “TA application form has been simplified to exclude questions that are no longer relevant,” repeat travelers to Bermuda “can automatically complete their TA based on past applications” and the TA system and the island’s vaccination data are now linked so locally vaccinated residents “will no longer have to upload their vaccine documentation,” Minister of Health […]
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| The Bermuda Police Service is advising the public of a “heightened police presence in the eastern area” tomorrow [July 16]. A police spokesperson said, “All roads lead to St David’s Cricket Club tomorrow, Saturday 16th July, for the first game of the Eastern Counties Series. With this in mind, the Bermuda Police Service would like to […]
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| The Cabinet has approved a $15 million economic relief package which will include a payroll tax rebate for workers making less than $96,000 which will be provided via direct deposit into bank accounts, $150 for parents and guardians for each student enrolled in public school and more, Premier David Burt said. The Government “will purchase and distribute LED […]
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| Bermuda’s Under 19 team made a strong start in the Rugby America’s North 15’s Tournament in Jamaica, recording a draw against Mexico, and a 29 -0 win over the Cayman Islands. Bermuda 7 – Mexico 7 With under five minutes to go in the first half, with Mexico leading the referee took both teams off the […]
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| An intricate and extensive mural depicting Clyde Best’s football journey is being created next to Somerset Cricket Club. The painting on the wall along Clyde Best Lane — which was officially named after the legendary footballer back in 2014 — includes a portrait of the Bermudian icon in his West Ham United kit and various […]
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| Conyers has received acknowledgment for their Private Client & Trust practices, which are ranked Band 1 in Bermuda and Band 2 in the Cayman Islands by Chambers and Partners’ High Net Worth 2022. A spokesperson said, “Conyers has received top acknowledgment once again for our Private Client & Trust practices, which are ranked Band 1 […]
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| The Government has issued an RFP for rooftop solar for “approximately thirty Government owned buildings across Bermuda.” The notice said, “This Request for Proposals [RFP] is an invitation by the Government of Bermuda to prospective proponents to submit proposals for Government Solar Development Project, as further described in Section A of the Request for Proposal […]
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| An update on the Travel Authorization Process, the Government Quarry Feasibility Study, the Government Relief Package and an update on tourism are some of the statements scheduled to be delivered when the House of Assembly is in session on Friday [July 15]. Other statements — there are 13 in total — to be delivered include on […]
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| The Information Commissioner’s Office [ICO] announced that its redesigned website, ico.bm, will go live on Friday [July 15]. A spokesperson said, “The ICO’s website continues to include the Information Commissioner’s decisions, public authorities’ Information Statements, ICO guidances, policies and procedures, work dashboards and other ICO publications and information. Enhancements include better search functionalities within the […]
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| A 35-year-old man was “arrested in connection with a number of burglary incidents” and in a separate matter, a 26-year-old was “also arrested for a burglary incident,” the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “A 35-year-old male from Hamilton Parish has been arrested in connection with a number of burglary incidents. “Officers from the Criminal […]
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| Images of Bermudian model Aliana King has been featured in the SKKN by Kim Summer 2022 campaign, a skincare line from reality show and social media star Kim Kardashian. “I’m excited to finally introduce to you SKKN BY KIM, a rejuvenating nine-product skincare ritual that I have developed from start to finish,” Kim Kardashian said. […]
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| A trip in April 2022 by Premier David Burt to San Francisco for a conference cost $2,358.25, according to a recent listing on the Government’s travel webpage. The trip duration was listed as from April 11, 2022 – April 13, 2022, and the web page listing said, “The Premier & Minister of Finance travelled to […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [July 14] include striking off and acting appointments. Maric Ltd Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Striking Off Notice ID: GN0705/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Registrar of Companies Publication date: 14 July 2022 Registrar Of Companies No. _____________ Whereas, Maric Ltd. was included on a list of companies […]
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| Friday, July 15 is expected to see sunny periods, cloud increases later with chance of showers, with the high to be near 29°C/85°F and the low to be near 25°C/77°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 81%. Sunrise will be at […]
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| The Bermuda Basketball Association’s Senior Men’s National Team’s second game in the Dominican Republic saw them take on Badefu, with Bermuda notching a 79-75 victory. A spokesperson said, “Game two for the Bermuda Basketball Association’s Senior Men’s National Team in the Dominican Republic saw them take on Badefu. “This game was a test to see […]
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| Michael Burgess and Dominique Brown will be competing at the US Capitol Classic in Maryland next month. A BKO spokesperson said, “Attending his first overseas tournament, 14-year-old Michael Burgess from the Traditional Okinawan School of Karate – Shorin Ryu has been chosen by Bermuda Karate Organization [BKO], under the direction of Sensei Skipper Ingham, to represent BKO […]
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| The Spirit of Bermuda is expected to arrive in Bermuda tomorrow [July 15] following its ‘In the Wake of Mary Prince’ expedition that took the vessel, its crew, and the students to Turks and Caicos. The trip included history lessons from Dr. Theodore Francis, who previously explained to Bernews that they are “using the story of […]
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| Noting that “in many of Britain’s former colonies” Emancipation Day is celebrated with a “holiday or a day of cultural activities,” British MP Claudia Webbe said that it is ”long overdue that Britain joins this global trend, and commemorates August 1 as a bank holiday.” In an article titled ‘Emancipation Day, August 1, should be an […]
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| The ‘GoToBermuda’ yacht has won Race 14 in the Clipper Round The World event, crossing the finish line first in Northern Ireland after sailing across the Atlantic from New York. A spokesperson said, “Following a super fast race across the North Atlantic with some stellar conditions, GoToBermuda has won Race 14: LegenDerry finale, crossing the […]
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| [Opinion column written by Tia Smith] I’m a St. George’s parish girl at heart. I was born in St David’s, have spent most of my life living in St George’s town and have family and countless friends from this area. And, I mean, who doesn’t love the many [okay, two] shades of blue? So versatile […]
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| P.A.L.S. cancer care charity announced that William ‘Bill’ Wharton has been appointed as Chairman of the Board of Directors, succeeding Gavin R. Arton, who is retiring after serving for more than 21 years. Mr. Wharton stated: “I am pleased to take on the role of Chairman of P.A.L.S. and honored to have been asked by the […]
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| The Bermuda High School [BHS] today announced the results of its 2022 International Baccalaureate Diploma cohort. Head of School, Mrs. Linda Parker commented, “Our students have done a phenomenal job this year and we are so proud that 100% of them have achieved their IB Diplomas; this is well above the worldwide pass rate of 88.96%. […]
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| Talented Bermudian chefs have combined forces to open Chiko & T’s Restaurant/Catering at the Devonshire Recreation Club, and Bernews sat down with Michiko Campbell and Dr. Teneika Eve to learn more about their popular new eatery. They have been open for business since the beginning of May, and pride their food on being “fresh, tasty […]
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| Team Uno Mas, a 77’ Willis Yacht with Captain Brooks Smith and mate Eric Rojas, won the Bermuda Billfish Release Cup, which is part of the 2022 Bermuda Triple Crown event. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Billfish Release Cup was postponed for a few days this year due to unsafe sea conditions with the tournament […]
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| “The pandemic is nowhere near over,” Minister of Health Kim Wilson said, noting that case numbers are rising and “there is an increase in people coming through the Emergency Department with the coronavirus, and hospital admissions have also risen.” The latest test results stated there are are now 28 people in hospital, as compared to 12 people […]
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| Bermuda’s elite and senior track and field athletes are set to for major competitions this summer; Jah Nhai Perinchief will be at the World Championship in Eugene, Oregon later this month, and following that Jah Nhai Perinchief, Caitlyn Bobb, Sakari Famous, Tiara DeRosa and Dage Minors will be competing in the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, […]
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| Somersfield Academy is “celebrating a 100% pass rate in the second cohort of their IB program.” A spokesperson said, “Kate Ross, Head of DP & DP Coordinator was thrilled to announce that the second cohort of Diploma candidates were all successful in the award of the challenging IB Diploma. “Our 100% pass rate exceeds the […]
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| Bermuda swimmers were back in action competing in the Central American and Caribbean Amateur Swimming Confederation [CCCAN] Championships in Barbados. During the 11-12 boys 400 meter freestyle final, Connor Hupman finished 8th clocking a time of 4:55.01. Brian Desmond finished 7th competing in the boys 18 & over 400 meter freestyle final touching the wall […]
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