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| The Court has dismissed an appeal by Jamel Simons, who was convicted of a sexual assault of a 15-year-old girl that took place in 2002. The ruling said, “This is an appeal against Magistrate Mr. Khamisi Tokunbo’s finding of guilt against the Appellant on Information to a charge of sexual assault, contrary to section 323 […]
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| In the first of our five-part series for 2022 World Wetlands Day, we take a look at the Spittal Pond Nature Reserve, one of the most well known wetlands areas in Bermuda. Declared a “Wetland of International Importance” in 1999, Spittal Pond is the only Bermudian example of a non-tidal, permanent, shallow and brackish lagoon with […]
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| January 28 saw 17,000 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $102,000.00 BD. 17,000 shares were traded by Argus Group Holdings Ltd, closing even at $6.00 per share. The BSX finished at 2,665.22, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 63 remained unchanged. The full report for the day […]
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| Coldwell Banker Bermuda Realty has welcomed two new real estate agents, Vance Campbell, Jr. and Sergio Pitcher. A spokesperson said, “Coldwell Banker Bermuda Realty welcomes two new real estate agents, Vance Campbell, Jr. and Sergio S. Pitcher. Vance is a Professionally Qualified Accountant with thirty years post qualification experience across a wide spectrum of industries. “He […]
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| A total of four changes have been made to the match-ups for the upcoming Fight Night Champion event in Dockyard. Dylan Rushton from Canada will face Nikki Bascome in the main fight of the night, Rushton who has had 18 fights since 2017 will be up against Bascome who has had 10 fights since 2014. Rushton […]
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| The Department of Transportation [DPT] advised that the “full bus schedule will resume on Monday, January 31.” A spokesperson for the Department said, “The regular weekday public bus schedule will resume operating as of Monday morning. We wish to thank the public for their patience and apologize for the inconvenience caused by the reduced service. […]
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| The Bermuda Weather Service [BWS] has issued a Gale Warning valid for Saturday morning [Jan 29] through Saturday evening. The BWS forecast says, “A weak front lingers nearby maintaining cloudy skies and the potential for rain and showers. This pattern eases at times today before winds begin to strengthen. “Then on Saturday, a rapidly developing […]
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| Skyport released the airline flight schedule for February 2022, with American Airlines, British Airways, JetBlue Airways, Delta Airlines, and WestJet Airlines all scheduled to serve Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “Changes include: Slight time changes overall, with the most significant being JetBlue’s flight 1731 that will see an approximately 30 minute forward time change starting on […]
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| Following the Court ruling in the Attorney-General v Information Commissioner matter, the Attorney Generals’ Chambers said the “decision is a demonstration of the rule of law being upheld according to the literal interpretation of the express provisions in the Public Access to Information Act.” A statement from the Attorney-General’s Chambers said, “In December 2021, the […]
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| “A plan for the transition of leadership for Bermuda Molecular Diagnostics Laboratory is already well developed,” Minister of Health Kim Wilson said, adding that “more information regarding the new leadership will be announced very shortly.” Speaking at yesterday’s [Jan 27] press briefing, Minister Wilson said, “I want to assure the public that a plan for […]
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| As of January 22nd, Bermuda has administered a total of 120,535 vaccinations and 72.9% of the population has received one dose, 71.6% have had two doses, and 64.8% of those eligible for a booster have received it. In releasing the latest test results, a Government spokesperson said, “Since January 11, 2021, Bermuda residents have received […]
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| The Ministry of Health is “currently conducting a review” of the regulations “with a view to making adjustments to take effect from February 4,” Minister of Health Kim Wilson said. Speaking at yesterday’s [Jan 27] press briefing, Minister Wilson said, “With respect to the public health legislation, the Ministry of Health is currently conducting a […]
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| Bermuda has not fared well in Kayak’s “Remote Work Rankings,” which states they compare 111 countries using 22 different factors, with the island ranked almost last. Of the 22 factors they use, five are in the “local prices” category, which is driving down our overall score quite significantly as not only did they allocate us […]
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| Three Bermuda archers recently began competing in the 19th annual Lancaster Archery Classic, with some 1,400 archers set to compete in the three day event in Philadelphia. Camerin Pickering entered the qualifying Men’s Olympic Recurve Division and after 60 arrows finished with a score of 574 out of 600. Jaydon Roberts entered the qualifying Men’s […]
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| [Written by Stephen Wright] A pair of ambitious fighters from Fight City Muay Thai and Fitness will make their debuts on home soil at Fight Night Champion at The Shed in Royal Naval Dockyard tomorrow. Ashton Bell and Tyler Kerr have already claimed impressive victories overseas and are now determined to experience that winning feeling in […]
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| [Opinion column written by MP Neville Tyrrell] We understand that there has been much public debate about Covid testing, quarantine, back to school and travel regulations. There are people in our population that have pre-existing conditions making them vulnerable to contracting Covid and being hospitalized. So, with them in mind, we have consistently erred on […]
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| The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] announced that the Friendship/Shield matches scheduled for Wednesday, February 2nd will take place at Devonshire Recreation Club. A spokesperson said, “Please be advised that the Friendship/Shield matches scheduled for Wednesday, February 2nd will take place at Devonshire Recreation Club.” Related Stories Results: Six Bermudian Footballers Overseas Concacaf: Changes To Refereeing […]
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| Bermuda may be best known for our beautiful pink sand beaches, but the island is also home to a number of unique wetlands, with seven such areas deemed to be ‘Wetlands of International Importance’ or ‘Ramsar Sites.’ Playing host to unique and endangered species, the wetlands have been described as “marshy savannah, mangrove swamp and […]
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| BAXIS Capital Holdings Limited announced financial results for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2021. Commenting on the fourth quarter 2021 financial results, Albert Benchimol, President and CEO of AXIS Capital, said: “This was a strong fourth quarter highlighted by an annualized operating ROE of 15%, a good finish to a year of meaningful progress. […]
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| January 27 saw 900 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $6,937.00 BD. 400 shares were traded by BF&M Ltd, closing down 40.0% at $13.79 per share, while the other 500 shares were traded by Bermuda Aviation Services Ltd, closing down 31.4% at $1.20 per share. The BSX finished at 2,665.22, down 3.17% […]
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| Members of the Garden Club of Bermuda recently made a donation of $10,000 to Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB]. Katie Berry, past KBB Executive Director, said “On behalf of the KBB Board I would like to thank the members of the Garden Club for the wonderful donation of $10,000. “KBB was started by four incredible women; […]
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| Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] announced that it “will be working with the Brown-Darrell Clinic to deliver a CT service to while both its CT scanners undergo repairs.” Dr Daniel Stovell, Chief of Radiology, comments: “Many times patients who are scanned using a CT, such as stroke patients, can use alternative modalities, such as MRI. “For patients […]
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| [Opinion column written by Centre Against Abuse Executive Director Laurie Shiell Smith] February is Teen Dating Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month [TAAP]. While the month is targeted towards teens, Centre Against Abuse [CAA] has designed talking points for parents, guardians, teachers, counsellors, youth sports leaders, and youth group leaders. This month is a great time […]
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| Teaching Learning Caring Academy is set to open their doors on Monday, January 31, offering a school option for children aged 5 to 11. A spokesperson said, “Teaching Learning Caring Academy or TLC Academy, is a new homeschool opening its doors on January 31, 2022, as an alternative schooling option for children ages 5-11 or […]
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| Bermuda HealthCare Services [BHCS] have donated an additional $10,000 to Pembroke Hamilton Club. A spokesperson said, “Following a donation of $10,000.00 in October 2021, Bermuda HealthCare Services [BHCS] today fulfilled its $20,000.00 sponsorship commitment to Pembroke Hamilton Club [PHC] for the 2021-2022 season by presenting a cheque for the remaining $10,000.00 to the President of […]
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| The Bermuda Cricket Board [BCB] 2022 Senior Domestic League Registration is now open, and BCB will also be hosting Pee Wee ‘Have a Go’ Cricket on Saturdays/ A spokesperson said, “The BCB 2022 Senior Domestic League Registration is now open. Prior to the season all players need to register via online form on our website cricketbermuda.com […]
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| A 26-year-old man — who had an outstanding warrant, was disqualified from driving and was in “possession of a knife and small amount of suspected controlled drugs” — was arrested yesterday on East Broadway. A police spokesperson said, “Around 5:20pm, on Wednesday, 26-Jan-2022, Police were conducting Operation Vega exercises on East Broadway, when they stopped […]
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| A 13-year-old female pedestrian was injured on North Shore Road, and in a separate incident a car driver struck a pole in Middle Road. Collision involving a pedestrian: A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday 26th January, 2022, police attended a reported road traffic collision resulting in personal injury involving a motorcar […]
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| The Ministry of Public Works is inviting people interested in leasing the Harmony Hall Station and Riddell’s Bay Station properties to submit proposals, with a deadline of February 21st. As far as Harmony Hall the notice states, “It is part of the National Park Railway Trail and applicants should have considerations in their use proposals […]
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| Dame Flora Duffy has earned yet another accolade, being named in this year’s Sports Illustrated ‘Fittest 50,’ which “ranks the best-conditioned athletes in the world.” The Bermudian is the only triathlete to make the prestigious list, where she is named alongside other world class athletes including gymnast Simone Biles, basketball player LeBron James, tennis player […]
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| “The people need answers” about Curtis Richardson’s appointment, MP Michael Dunkley said, adding that “it would be appropriate that next week when Parliament resumes the Premier provides a full statement on why he made the appointment knowing about the ongoing debt issues with the senior landlord and why his instructions were not followed.” Mr Dunkley […]
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| The BELCO Payment Centre at Somerset MarketPlace will close for transactions on February 4th, with a new BELCO Payment Centre to be opened on February 7th at the Moneyshop Office on Somerset Road. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [‘BELCO’ or the ‘Company’] today advised that the BELCO Payment Centre at Somerset MarketPlace will […]
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| North Village Community Club [NVCC] has partnered with Kids in Control Systems [KICS] to provide workshops for student-athletes. A spokesperson said, “Sport scouters are seeking holistic athletes and Angela Young, Founder and President of Kids in Control Systems [KICS] prepares young athletes to meet this challenge. “At a recent presentation at North Village Community Club’s […]
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| Footballers in the Premier Division were in action, with PHC Zebras and Devonshire Cougars both earning wins. Devonshire Colts 0 – PHC Zebras 1 The PHC Zebras closed the gap on league leaders Dandy Town Hornets to four points following their 1 – 0 win at the National Sports Center North Field. A 42nd minute […]
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| Rockal Evans took part in the 186th Australia Day Regatta where he was onboard the winning boat. The Bermudian sailor — onboard Gweilo skippered by Matt Donald & Chris Townsend — crossed the line in a winning corrected time of 3:23.00, finishing ahead of Smuggler skippered by Sebastian Bohm who had a corrected time of 3:25.42 […]
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| “In my dealings with the Overseas Territory, none have raised the idea of formal representation in the UK Parliament,” Minister of State Amanda Milling said, adding that they “believe the fundamental basis of the relationship with each Overseas Territory is right, striking a balance which allows each to maintain strong links with the UK, but to […]
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| Emmerson Carrington was back in action as an onfield Umpire in the Super League Quarter-Final match between South Africa and England, in the ICC Under-19 World Cup at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua. Carrington was on duty alongside Rashid Riaz from Pakistan, as South Africa won the toss and elected to bat, with […]
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| [Written by Stephen Wright] Nikki Bascome will face Dylan Rushton at The Shed in Royal Naval Dockyard on Saturday after the Canadian was drafted in to replace compatriot Waseem El Sinawi. Rushton has stepped in to meet Bascome in The Fight Night Champion main event after El Sinawi tested positive for Covid-19. Bascome has been inactive […]
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| Sadiq Nurse and his Norfolk State men’s track and field teammates competed at the Gamecock Opener at the South Carolina Indoor Track & Field Complex Nurse competed in the men’s 60 meter dash clocking a time of 7.42, which saw him finish 40th. Related Stories Armstrong Represents Rider In Invitational Armstrong Represents Rider In Invitational […]
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| Concacaf has announced changes to its Refereeing Department, including the Director of Refereeing, Brian Hall, leaving his role at the Confederation to take on new projects. A spokesperson said, “He leaves his position with sincere thanks and best wishes from everyone at Concacaf, having made a very positive impact on refereeing in the region over […]
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| January 26 saw 300 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $6,900.00 BD. 300 shares were traded by BF&M Ltd, closing at an even $23.00 per share. The BSX finished at 2,752.34, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 63 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is […]
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| Giada Dudley-Pun and Finn Moseley were in action in the second week of the swimming Devon Age Groups and Championships at the Plymouth Life Center in Plymouth, England. Dudley-Pun was swimming for Mount Kelly School in the girls 16-year age group, while Moseley was representing Plymouth Leander competed in the boys 17 and over age […]
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| [Written by Mikaela Ian Pearman] A cold January night calls for comfort food, Italian style. Thankfully, Restaurant Weeks is on and Sul Verde has an excellent menu filled with comfort food. I went to Sul Verde over the weekend with a friend and we happily settled into the cozy restaurant after a whole day of wind […]
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| 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 […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Jan 26] include appointments, large group exemptions and notice of intended marriages. Land Valuation Appeals Tribunal Appointments Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Appointments Notice ID: GN0127/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication date: 26 January 2022 The Minister of Home Affairs is pleased to make the […]
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| Thursday, January 27 is expected to see mostly cloudy, a few periods rain/showers ease from evening, with the high to be near 19°C/67°F and the low to be near 16°C/60°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 80%. Sunrise will be at […]
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| Operation Vega — which started on July 1st, 2021 — “did not begin impacting collision statistics until the 4th quarter of 2021, when collisions were down by almost 100,” Chief Inspector Robert Cardwell said today. The collision numbers [total of all categories] 3rd Q 4th Q 2018 386 340 2019 384 318 2020 315 353 […]
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| “As a country, do we think it is good for our democracy if only those who do not hold debts are eligible for public service?” the PLP has asked. PLP Deputy Chairperson Lauren Bell said, “The public discourse regarding a private matter involving a PLP Senator has shifted. It has shifted from allegations regarding the […]
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| Roosevelt Road Re has announced the appointment of Darren Bailey as Director of ILS and Capital Markets. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda-headquartered reinsurer Roosevelt Road has added Darren Bailey to the fast-growing reinsurance firm. “Bailey steps into the Director of ILS and Capital Markets role with immediate effect, having departed in June 2021 from R&Q as […]
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| Jaaziah Van Lowe and his Bowers & Pitsea Youth Under 14 teammates took on Chelmsford City Youth Under 14 at the Len Salmon Stadium in the Youth Cup in England, with Van Lowe making an excellent showing for his team. Bowers & Pitsea advanced on kicks from the penalty mark after the game ended 3 […]
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