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| [Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [April 8] with the list indicating that there are fifty-five bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.13pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 55 runs cancelled this morning, 41 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]
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| The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is holding a press conference this afternoon [April 8] to address the two recent murders, a 24-year-old man was fatally shot in Warwick, and 18-year-old Laje Franklin was fatally shot in the east end. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. […]
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| The Department of Public Transportation [DPT] is advising passengers that “due to BELCO roadworks in Flatts, a complete road closure on Flatts Hill will take place from 6.00pm Friday, April 8, until 7.00am Monday, April 11, 2022″ “As a result, all Route 3 buses will detour as follows: Route 3 [Outbound] Route 3 [Inbound] Middle […]
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| The police have now confirmed the death of 69-year-old Alfred Brookes after he was found unresponsive in the water off Penhurst Park dock on Monday [April 4]. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] can now confirm the death of 69-year-old Alfred Brookes and extends sincere condolences to his family and friends. “Mr. […]
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| Adriana Penruddocke and Benn Smith continued competing in the 51 Trofeo Princesa Sofia Regatta in Palma de Mallorca. Penruddocke is competing in the ILCA6 Class is in 45th, while Smith is competing in the ILCA7 Class, and is in 134th. A total of eight races have been completed, with Penruddocke coming off the water with […]
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| Bermuda’s Nahki Wells virtually sat down with members of the British press to preview Saturday’s Sky Bet Championship fixture against Peterborough United at Ashton Gate, with the Bermudian footballer discussing topics including increased minutes in recent weeks, staying positive and prepared, career ambitions and more. Related Stories Video: Wells Scores In 3-1 Loss To Coventry […]
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| Four top Bermuda athletes – Dage Minors, Tre Houston, Lamont Marshall, and Jah-Nhai Perinchief – will be representing Bermuda in the USATF Games tomorrow [April 9], which will be hosted in Bermuda and broadcast internationally via NBC Sports. The Bermuda National Athletic Association [BNAA] posted the graphics below online, saying, “We celebrate and salute our Bermudian athletes […]
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| [Updated] A car can be seen crashed on its side in the east end this morning [April 8]. We do not, at this time, have any information about it past what we can see, however it is likely that the police will provide information later on, and we will update as able. Update 11.06am: A […]
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| “If we are to stem the tide of the violence in our community, it will require a collaborative approach including all invested stakeholders,” the Transitional Community Services [TCS] organisation said. This follows after a week of gun violence which has sadly resulted in the deaths of two young men, a 24-year-old man was fatally shot […]
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| Several events will be held on the island to highlight and celebrate April’s status as Counselling Awareness Month. The Bermuda Counsellors Association will use the month, recognised annually by the American Counsellors Association, to shine a light on the mental health workers who work tirelessly to improve lives and help people heal. To mark Counselling […]
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| SailGP has launched its Inspire Racing x WASZP and Inspire Learning programs, with applications now being accepted. A spokesperson said, “With the highly anticipated Bermuda Sail Grand Prix, presented by Hamilton Princess, taking place May 14 to May 15, 2022, the global league’s Inspire Racing x WASZP program is accepting applications to make foiling more […]
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| Bermuda’s Zeiko Lewis scored for his Sacramento Republic team as they played to a 6-0 win over Portland Timbers. The club’s match report said, “A six-score onslaught in the first half propelled Republic FC to a dominating second round victory in the 107th Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup at Heart Health Park. The result matched […]
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| Young Men Social Club will face Wolves in the Shield final following their come from behind Shield semi-final win over the Boulevard Blazers at the Devonshire Recreation Club. The Boulevard Blazers took the lead in stoppage time of the first half when Anthony Williams-Smith scored, however Young Men Social Club equalized in the 50th minute when […]
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| The Ministry of Public Works is advising the public of a road closure in the area of Middle Road in Flatts at the BELCO substation due to crossover trench work. The work will necessitate a full road closure from today [April 8] until Monday morning [April 11], and a single lane closure from Monday morning […]
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| After a two year hiatus due to Covid-19, the annual Police Rugby Duckett memorial matches return this weekend at the Police Recreational Club in Prospect. Both men’s and ladies’ police rugby teams are preparing for demanding matches when they compete against the best of the rest in Bermuda’s oldest rugby event. The annual games are […]
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| A car can be seen crashed on its side in the east end this morning [April 8]. We do not, at this time, have any information about it past what we can see, however it is likely that the police will provide information later on, and we will update as able. Related Stories Photos: Van […]
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| Bermuda’s Sakari Famous — who competes for the McNeese State University and recently set new school and Bermuda records in the high jump — has been named one of the Southland Conference Women’s Outdoor Track & Field Athletes of the Week. The announcement said, “UIW’s Abby Gray and McNeese’s Sakari Famous are the Southland Conference […]
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| [Part 5 of a series of Public Health workers for 2022 Public Health Week] Maria Holder has been a Speech-Language Pathologist, working for the Department of Health in Speech and Language Services for 20 years. She has a Bachelor’s Degree in Speech and Hearing Sciences and a Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from The Ohio […]
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| The Admiralty House vendors market will be starting their second season, with their next market to take place on Saturday [April 9] from 10am – 2pm. A spokesperson said, “The Admiralty House vendors market is gearing up to begin Season 2 this Saturday April 9th from 10am – 2pm. Come out and enjoy the fresh […]
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| In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, BF&M Limited advised that pursuant to its share repurchase programme, during the month of March 2022 the company has not repurchased any shares. Related Stories BF&M Prepare 300 Packages, Donate $20K BF&M Sponsors Free For February At NMB Endeavour & BF&M No Limits Sailing Programme Bermuda Championship […]
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| The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [April 8] with the list indicating that there are fifty-five bus runs cancelled so far today. Related Stories Ministry: 62 Bus Runs Cancelled On Thursday Ministry: 71 Bus Runs Cancelled On Wednesday Ministry: 69 Bus Runs Cancelled On Tuesday Ministry: 69 Bus Runs Cancelled […]
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| The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] has provided schedule updates for the FA Challenge Cup semi-final and final, along with the Friendship and Shield finals. A spokesperson said, “The FA Challenge Cup semi-final between D Town/DRC will take place on Saturday, April 16th at 4:00pm at PHC Field. “The FA Challenge Cup semi-final between NVCC/PHC will […]
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| April 7 saw 1,000 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $29,500.00 BD. 1,000 shares were traded by Watlington Waterworks Ltd, closing down 10.6% at $29.50 per share. The BSX finished at 2,461.09, down 0.17% on the day. There were 0 advances, 1 decline, and 63 remained unchanged. The full report for the […]
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| “We will continue to work with Mr. Thomas to find a workable solution to this matter to ensure a beneficial outcome for all concerned,” Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban said, The Minister said, “The Government is committed to supporting our small and medium sized businesses. They are an important part of our economic recovery, and […]
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| Today [April 7], the Supreme Court of Bermuda held a Special Sitting to commemorate the retirement of The Hon. Mrs. Justice Charles-Etta G. Simmons, Puisne Judge of the Supreme Court for Bermuda. The Sitting was held in Court No. 1, Sessions House. A Government spokesperson said, “Today, the Supreme Court of Bermuda held a Special […]
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| [Updating] Police are responding to an incident in the Warwick area this evening [April 7] with unofficial reports suggesting there may have been a shooting. Further details are limited at this time, however we will update as as able. Police continue to remain on scene at the Warwick Workman’s Club, in high numbers, with the […]
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| [Updating] Police are responding to an incident in the Warwick area this evening [April 7] with unofficial reports suggesting there may have been a shooting. Further details are limited at this time, however we will update as as able. Related Stories Police Investigating Shooting In Pembroke $5,000 Offered For Information On Shootings Two People Injured […]
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| The police have now named the young man who was fatally shot in St David’s as 18-year-old Laje Franklin. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service can confirm the identity of the young man who was gunned down in St David’s as 18-year-old Laje Franklin from St. George’s and extends sincere condolences to his […]
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| Olympic medalists Ato Boldon and Sanya Richards-Ross will serve as analysts for NBC Sports live television and online broadcast coverage of the USATF Bermuda Games, which is se to take place this Saturday, April 9th. A statement from NBC Sports said, “Olympic medalists Noah Lyles, Grant Holloway, and Gabby Thomas headline NBC Sports’ live coverage of […]
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| This week, the Bermuda National Library had a number of activities in celebration of National Library Week and the celebration continues on Friday and Saturday. A spokesperson said, “As we continue to celebrate National Library Week, join us at BNL’s annual Big Book Sale! “Stop by Bermuda National Library [13 Queen Street] Friday, April 8th […]
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| Bermuda Hospitals Board advised that “there will be no through traffic on the King Edward VII Memorial Hospital [KEMH] campus between Point Finger and Berry Hill Roads on Friday 8 April 2022. A spokesperson said, “Cleaning of the outside of the hospital building necessitates use of a lift that will block the road on the […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [April 7] include boards appointments, appointments, Bermuda health council registered dental practitioners, assent, contracts valued $50,000 or more and notification of planning applications registered. Board Bermuda Sports Anti-Doping Disciplinary Panel Amended Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Boards Appointments Notice ID: GN0397/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level […]
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| RenaissanceRe Holdings Ltd. announced that Shannon Lowry Bender, Group General Counsel and Corporate Secretary, has been appointed to the Company’s Governance Committee, which is the most senior management team at RenaissanceRe and is responsible for governance and strategy of the Company. Kevin J. O’Donnell, President and Chief Executive Officer of RenaissanceRe, said, “Shannon has been an […]
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| A petition was submitted to Governor Rena Lalgie, with the petition against what they called the “prosecution and the persecution of the former Premier of Bermuda Dr. Ewart Brown,” and a press conference is set to be held about the matter tomorrow [April 8]. Related Stories Changes To The Alignment Of Some Ministries Employee Complaints […]
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| The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for today [April 7] with the list indicating that there are sixty-two bus runs cancelled today. Route From Destination Time 4-SJ Hamilton Spanish Point 4:00 p.m. 7 Hamilton Hamilton 4:00 p.m. 11 Hamilton St. George’s 4:00 p.m. 7 Barnes’ Corner Hamilton 4:11 p.m. 4-NS Spanish Point Hamilton […]
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| [Written by Laure Marshall and Cheresa Lemaire] The Bermuda Philharmonic Society [BPS] is excited to announce its return to the stage for its upcoming spring concert, Strings Serenade. The strings-only concert will be held on Sunday, May 15 from 4 to 6pm at St John’s Church in Hamilton. The philharmonic is currently looking for professional […]
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| After a two-year hiatus due to Covid-19, the 5th annual Marine Expo is back, with the Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] along with title sponsor, RUBIS Energy Bermuda, announcing that the St. George’s Marine Expo will be held on Sunday, April 24th, 2022 from 11am – 6pm. A spokesperson said, “The Marine Expo was created […]
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| Friday, April 8 is expected to see early cloud with possible mist, brighter afternoon, with the high to be near 24°C/76°F and the low to be near 21°C/70°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 92%. Sunrise will be at 6.58am and […]
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| Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport Dr. Ernest Peets has expressed his support for the Senior Women’s National Team as they get set to play in the Concacaf W Championship Qualifiers. A Government spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Women’s National Team will face off against the Dominican Republic tomorrow [April 8] at the Estadio Olympico Felix […]
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| The Bermuda Match Play Championships will be played at Port Royal Golf Course from Friday [April 8] to Sunday [April 10]. A spokesperson said, “The Men’s Championship Flight has a quality field and the reigning champion, Will Haddrell will be attempting to defend his title against some serious competition. “The Ladies Championship Flight will also […]
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| The Uptown Merchants announced the return of the Court Street Market, which will take place this Sunday [April 10] from 1.00pm to 7.00pm. A spokesperson said, “The Uptown Merchants are excited to announce the return of the Court Street Market. The first market will take place this Sunday, April 10th from 1 pm to 7 […]
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| David Patrick has been named the 15th head coach of Sacramento State men’s basketball team. The Hornet Sports website said, “David Patrick, a veteran collegiate and international coach with 17 years of coaching experience, has been named the 15th head coach of Sacramento State men’s basketball, Director of Athletics Mark Orr announced on Tuesday.” “We […]
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| Former Premier of Bermuda Dr. Ewart Brown will be holding a book signing event on Friday [April 8] from 12.00pm to 2.00pm at The Bookmart. A spokesperson said, “Following the successful debut of his long-awaited autobiography “Whom Shall I Fear? Pushing the Politics of Change” former Premier of Bermuda, Dr. the Hon. Ewart Brown is […]
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| The Bermuda Educators Council is inviting the public “to engage in the opportunity to provide feedback on the proposed changes to the licensure requirements due to come into effect on 1st September 2023″ via an online survey. A spokesperson said, “In November 2021, the Bermuda Educators Council [BEC] elected a new Council and is currently […]
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| Strictly Fun Rentals is hosting an event dubbed the ‘Just Bounce Inflatable Pop Up Park,’ which got underway yesterday [April 6] and will run through Saturday [April 9] from 10.00am to 6.00pm at Dalton E. Tucker Primary School, across from the Southampton Fire Station. The cost is $20 per child and adults accompanying children are […]
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| As of March 30th, Bermuda has administered a total of 129,795 vaccinations, 73.8% of the population has received two doses and 72.9% of those eligible for a booster have received it while 6% of those with a booster have received a second booster dose. In releasing the latest test results, a Government spokesperson said, “Since […]
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| The Bermuda and Fire Rescue Service extinguished a vehicle fire in Pembroke early this morning [April 7]. A spokesperson said, “On Thursday April 7th, 2022 at 4:17am, BFRS received a report of a vehicle on fire on Parsons Road, Pembroke. One appliance from Hamilton Station responded with a total of four firefighters. “On arrival, fire crews […]
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| [Written by Stephen Wright] Dage Minors believes the star-studded line-up at the USATF Bermuda Games is the “greatest field of athletes” ever assembled on the island. Minors, along with top local names Jah-Nhai Perinchief and Lamont Marshall, will be among some of the most decorated figures in athletics when they compete at the Flora Duffy Stadium […]
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| The Bermuda Motocross Club’s season recently continued at the Southside Motor Sports Park, with the 3D pop up graphics below helping to highlight some of the event’s action. Jacob Raynor won the Pee Wee Division, A’Jahni Foggo won the 50cc Class. Aiden Simmons won the 65cc Class, Jazuri Easton-Thompson raced to victory in the 85cc […]
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| [Part 4 of a series of Public Health workers for 2022 Public Health Week] Caroline Roque, Pediatric Physiotherapist Caroline Roque is a Pediatric Physiotherapist working for the Department of Health . She works within the Early Intervention team providing specialist services to children aged 0-4 years. “I have worked in this position here in Bermuda […]
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