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| Sunday, June 5 is expected to see cloudy periods, showers become frequent later with rain, with the high to be near 27°C/80°F and the low to be near 23°C/74°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 80%. Sunrise will be at 6.12am […]
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| Bermuda Hospitals Board’s Mid-Atlantic Wellness Institute [MWI] today [June 4] celebrated the first anniversary of the formation of its Community and Intellectual Disability Team [CIDT] with a Fête of Exceptionalities. A spokesperson said, “The community event saw persons with intellectual disabilities; their friends and family, the CIDT and MWI senior leaders join for a day […]
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| [Updating] The Bermuda Football Team will be taking on Haiti this evening [June 4] as part of the Concacaf Nations League, with kick off set to take place at 6.00pm at the Flora Duffy South Field Stadium and Bernews will be providing live updates of the football match as able. The BFA previously announced the […]
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| In the latest round of the Backyard Cricket League, HSBC won the toss and elected to bat, they were bowled out for 90, Sinclair Smith was the top scorer with 17, while Terry-Lynn Paynter was the pick of the Police bowlers with figures of 3-0-17-7. In reply Police scored 91/4, with Isaiah O’Brien the top […]
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| Liam Flannery concluded competing in the Killington Stage Race in Vermont, representing the Rio Grande Elite Cycling Team. Stage three was the Champion System Individual Time Trial, with Flannery competing in the men’s pro 1-2 division. Flannery finished with a time of 25:01.1, which put him across the line in 36th, and finished 25th overall with […]
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| The 2022 Queen’s Birthday Parade was held this morning [June 4] on Front Street in Hamilton, featuring marching units from the Royal Bermuda Regiment, Bermuda Police Service, Royal Bermuda Regiment Junior Leaders and the Bermuda Sea Cadet Corps. You can view aerial photos and video in this article, and for a ‘regular’ video please see […]
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| A car crash occurred along Middle Road in Devonshire this morning [June 4]. A police spokesperson said, “Around 9:30am Saturday, 4th June 2022, a reported single vehicle car crash occurred along Middle Road, Devonshire in the vicinity of Fort Hill Road. “Details are limited at this time. However, it appears that the car involved struck […]
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| The annual Queen’s Birthday Parade is taking place this morning [June 4] on Front Street in Hamilton, featuring the pomp and pageantry of the marching units from the Royal Bermuda Regiment, Royal Bermuda Regiment Band & Corps of Drums, Bermuda Police Service, Royal Bermuda Regiment Junior Leaders and the Bermuda Sea Cadet Corps. Live video […]
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| The Bermuda Football Association’s Women’s League continued at the Clyde Best Center of Excellence Field with a double-header. PHC Lady Zebras 0 St. George’s Lady Colts This match between the PHC Lady Zebras and the St. George’s Lady Colts ended in a scoreless draw. Somerset Trojans Big Ballers 1 Dandy Stars 0 The Somerset Trojans […]
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| Conor White was back in action competing in the 42nd Melon City Criterium in Muscatine, Iowa. White crossed the line 5th, as the Crit was won by Sam Morris, with Andrew Dewar in second, while Cade Bickmore finished third. Related Stories Conor White Finishes 3rd In Snake Alley Criterium Kaden Hopkins Helps Essax Win Spanish […]
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| The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday June 4th. On Saturday the Celebrity Summit 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 Tuesday the Somers […]
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| The Ministry of Public Works has issued a traffic advisory in advance of the Bermuda Bicycle Association’s race on Sunday [June 5], noting that “there will be no road closures to traffic while the bicycle race takes place, but motorists are asked to use caution and allow cyclists to participate and give way when directed […]
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| The police are appealing for the public’s assistance in locating 12 year old Armani Simons. A spokesperson said, “She is described as slim build, brown complexioned, 100 pounds and her hair styled with two puffs to the sides of her head. “Armani was last seen around 3:45pm, on Friday 3rd June, in the Devil’s Hole, […]
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| June 3 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,218.00, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 64 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF], and the full report for the week is available here [PDF]. Related Stories LOM Company […]
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| “Today I laid for consideration and approval the final North East Hamilton Local Plan 2022,” Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban said in the House of Assembly today [June 3]. “The North East Hamilton Local Plan 2022 has been prepared by the Department of Planning to guide development within the north eastern portion of the […]
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| A writ has been issued for “an extraordinary municipal election to be held for the Corporation of St. George’s for the election of one Residents’ Councillor.” This was contained in today’s official notices, which stated, “In pursuance of the provisions of section 30 of the Parliamentary Election Act 1978, as modified by the Municipalities [Election] […]
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| The annual White Party will be staged at the National Sports Centre on Sunday, June 19, featuring a range of local and international performers, with Bernews giving away four pairs of free tickets — a total of 8 — to the show. The first giveaway will be held on the Bernews Facebook page on June […]
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| The Bermuda flag — along with flags of all the British Overseas Territories – is flying over Parliament Square in London as the UK celebrates the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. The Bermuda London Office tweeted the photo below and said, “Those Bermudians in London over the Jubilee weekend be sure to catch a glimpse of the Bermuda flag over Parliament […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [June 3] include acting appointments, notice of intention to construct a controlled plant, elections and notice of issue of writ. Senior Magistrate & Coroner Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0581/2022 Public Authorities / Department: The Judiciary Publication date: 03 June 2022 Government Notice […]
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| With Bermuda Day 2022 now behind us, our dedicated Bermuda Day website – BDADay.com – has been updated with the footage from this year, which includes over 900 photos and videos spanning the various events such as the races, parade, people setting up, school events, and more. The website covers the Bermuda Day holiday in extensive detail […]
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| “One of the initiatives under the Ministry of Transport is to focus on modernizing the local public service vehicle industry,” Minister of Transport Lawrence Scott said in the House of Assembly today [June 3]. The Minister said, “The Green Paper identified that there are not enough public service vehicles after 5pm, Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays […]
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| Potential Tropical Cyclone One is a “threat to Bermuda”, the Bermuda Weather Service said in their update this evening, with its closest point of approach to Bermuda within 72 hours forecast to be 78nm to the NW at 6pm on Monday [Jun 6] with the BWS noting “this system may move closer to Bermuda after […]
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| “We all understand that it only takes one hurricane to make 2022 an active season for Bermuda, and I urge all residents to be prepared,” Minister of National Security Michael Weeks said in the House of Assembly today [June 3]. The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr. Speaker, I rise this morning to advise this […]
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| “We committed to introduce a CyberSecurity Act which will establish minimum standards for cybersecurity for critical assets such as energy supply, telecommunications, water infrastructure and government data,” Minister of National Security Michael Weeks said in the House of Assembly today [June 3]. The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr. Speaker, you will recall from the […]
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| Conor White raced to a third place finish at the Snake Alley Criterium in Burlington, Des Moines County. White knew it would come down to who made the right move at the right time. Snake Alley did the rest, creating plenty of separation between packs of riders. “Once we got up there in the lead […]
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| Earlier today [June 3], as part of the ongoing Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations, Governor Rena Lalgie and Premier David Burt planted two Bermuda Cedar trees. “As the public is aware, celebrations for Her Majesty The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee are currently underway. In the UK, The Platinum Jubilee Central Weekend takes place from June 2 – […]
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| “On the occasion of this Her Majesty’s Platinum Jubilee, on behalf of the Government and people of Bermuda I convey warmest congratulations on this milestone,” Premier David Burt said in the House of Assembly today [June 3]. Premier Burt said, “Mr. Speaker, we often speak of a ‘lifetime of public service’ in casual terms and […]
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| A cruise reviewer has praised the island noting our beautiful beaches and polite people, however his praise did not extend to the Travel Authorization process, which he called an “exercise in annoying bureaucracy that creates anxiety for people seeking to cruise to Bermuda.” The review, written by Richard Wagner, appeared on the Beyond Ships website, […]
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| According to yesterday’s official notices, the Mayor of the Corporation of St. George’s has declared that the office of Resident’s Councillor of the Corporation of St. George’s – formerly occupied by Cyniqua Anderson – is vacant as she has “duly resigned.” The full notice follow below [PDF here]: Related Stories Minister On St. George’s Marina […]
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| Bermuda’s Sakari Famous has been named Sports Person of the Week by KPLC News in Louisiana. The KPLC website said, “Sakari Famous has jumped her way into the history books becoming the first Cowgirl high jumper and only second ever McNeese high jumper to qualify for the NCAA tournament.” Animation from the KPLC report: “The […]
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| The Government has released the Youth Employment Strategy Report, which they said “aims to address unemployment by facilitating greater opportunities and educational pathways for all young Bermudians between 18 – 26 years old.” “In an effort to address the current and future demands of the labour market, the Ministry of Economy and Labour has developed […]
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| The Ministry of Public Works is informing the public about partial lane closures, with one on South Road in Warwick and one on Mount Hill in Pembroke, with both set to start on Monday, June 6th. For more information on the South Road in Warwick temporary lane closure for trench work, click here. For more […]
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| Oliver Betschart recently competed in a Regional U-14 Swiss Golf tournament at the Oberkirch Golf Park, just north of Luzern, making an excellent showing to claim the victory. He carded a 76 five over par on the 6200 yard par 71 course, carding 1 birdie, 6 bogeys and 11 pars shooting 3 over on the front and […]
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| Bermuda is set to take on Haiti on Saturday night [June 4] as part of the Concacaf Nations League. The Concacaf match preview said, “The first round of matches in League B of the 2022-23 Concacaf Nations League wraps up with two historic encounters on Saturday. Group B will be in the spotlight as its four […]
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| Explore Bermuda Ltd and Nock Productions are holding ‘The Viva Variety Show – A Dinner Like No Other!’ in Bermuda through June 12. A spokesperson said, “Viva Variety is a celebration of music, dance, acrobatics, and comedy and presents the artistry and magic of vaudeville with a zany contemporary flair, all served up with dinner. […]
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| Potential Tropical Cyclone One is a “potential threat to Bermuda”, the Bermuda Weather Service said, with its closest point of approach to Bermuda within 72 hours forecast to be 228 nm to the west at 6am on Monday [June 6] with the BWS noting “this system may move closer to Bermuda after this time period […]
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| Governor Rena Lalgie hosted a Queen’s Birthday and Platinum Jubilee Reception at Government House last night. A Government spokesperson said, “The event took on special significance as it marked Her Majesty’s milestone occasion with a performance by the Gombeys, the Coral Beats and the Royal Bermuda Regiment Band. Last evening Bermuda also joined other Commonwealth and […]
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| The Bermuda Cricket Board [BCB] will be hosting a Women & Girls Cricket Festival on Saturday, June 25th at Bailey’s Bay Cricket Club Field. A spokesperson said, “For ages 5+, there will be Girls Skills & Drills Stations, Women’s T10 Matches, Life Skills, Umpire & Scorer demos, Giveaways, a DJ, Vendors & more. Please see […]
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| Phytoplankton in the ocean “can blossom to scales that are visible from space for days to weeks” which occurred last month, with a patch in Mid-Atlantic visible from space last month. The NASA Earth Observatory website said, “Phytoplankton grow constantly and just about anywhere there are open, sunlit patches of ocean. When conditions are right, […]
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| PwC Bermuda released their 2021 Bermuda Environmental, Social and Governance [ESG] Highlights report. A spokesperson said, “Welcome to our 2021 Bermuda Environmental, Social and Governance [ESG] Highlights, where we look at the impact we are having on the world of business, the planet and people. “The pandemic has brought on many challenges, it has also […]
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| June 2 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,218.00, 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 BSX Reports Record ILS Listings In 2021 […]
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| [Written by Stephen Wright] Nahki Wells says he may have to leave Bristol City this summer in a bid to secure regular first-team football. Wells, who turned 32 yesterday, started just seven Sky Bet Championship matches last season and can ill afford another campaign languishing on the substitutes’ bench. He will seek clarification over his future […]
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| The House of Assembly will be in session on Friday [June 3] and the statements to be delivered include Introducing the North East Hamilton Local Plan 2022, Public Service Vehicle Modernization, Cybersecurity Workshop, Hurricane Preparedness and the National Youth Employment Strategy. The audio stream should start at around 10am on Friday: The Order of Business […]
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| The 3D pop up graphics below offer a unique look at the Bermuda Day parade, which saw Gombey troupes, dance groups, majorettes, marching bands, floats, and more make their way through the streets of Hamilton. You can view all our coverage of Bermuda Day here, view past 3D photo galleries here, and view ‘virtual art’ […]
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| The Regulatory Authority has approved the change of control of Saturn Solar Bermuda 1 Ltd. to FB Solar, LLC. A statement from the RA said, “In accordance with the Electricity Act 2016, and upon the consent of the Minister of Home Affairs, the Hon. Walter H. Roban, JP, MP, the Regulatory Authority [the RA] has […]
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| A 20 foot powercraft was towed back to shore after becoming “disabled after running out of fuel.” A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre spokesperson said, “Monday 30th May, 3:51pm – Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre receives a 911 telephone call from a concerned relative of a person onboard a 20 foot powercraft reportedly disabled at Challenger Bank. […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [June 2] include notice of vacancy, notification of planning applications registered, notice of intention to construct a controlled plant, cancellation of registration, boards appointments, acting appointments and notice of intended marriage. Notice Of Vacancy Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN0574/2022 Public Authorities / […]
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| Friday, June 3 is expected to see cloudy spells, a few showers about that ease by evening, with the high to be near 26°C/79°F and the low to be near 22°C/72°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be south. The relative humidity is expected to be near 81%. Sunrise will be […]
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| “On behalf of the One Bermuda Alliance, it gives me great pleasure to extend our warmest congratulations to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, on the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee,” Opposition Leader Cole Simons said. Mr. Simons said, “She is the first British monarch to celebrate 70 years on the throne. To reach such a remarkable milestone, […]
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| Australia was the fastest during the recent SailGP event in Bermuda, racking up a recorded top speed of 73 km/h while Great Britain were close behind with 72 km/h, and Canada’s top speed was 69.75 km/h. A spokesperson said, “The performances of all three teams in the Bermuda Sail Grand Prix Final have been put […]
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