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| Take Five teamed up with the Bermuda Conference of Seventh-day Church to donate 600 meals to families in need on Christmas Eve. A spokesperson said, “The Holiday Season is traditionally a time when the world expresses love in the form of giving and it is to that end, Take Five teamed up with the Bermuda […]
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| The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] is advising of postponed matches due to positive Covid tests. A spokesperson said, “Please be advised of the following postponed matches:The Premier Division match scheduled for tonight at Somerset Cricket Club at 8:00pm between SCC vs St. Georges has been postponed as Somerset CC have confirmed that several players have […]
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| Citing the increase in Covid cases, the organizers of the Rum to the Beach Road Race have decided to cancel the event for January 9th in an effort to be “cautious and safe to all participants and volunteers.” The event may be rescheduled to a future date, however, that date is yet to be determined. All those […]
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| The 2022 Butterfield & Vallis 5K road race will be held virtually on Sunday, January 23. A spokesperson said, “Plans were well underway for the 2022 Butterfield & Vallis 5K with a large group exemption being granted by Government for 500 participants. Unfortunately, with the rise in Covid cases and the stipulation that all participants […]
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| The vaccination/booster programme at Pier Six is resuming today [Jan 5] and booster appointments can be booked online. Speaking at last night’s [Jan 4] test results, a Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry also notes that the vaccination/booster programme at Pier Six resumes tomorrow [January 5, 2022], and booster appointments can be booked for weekdays at Pier […]
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| The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] announced two changes in the schedule for upcoming matches. A spokesperson said, “The Premier Division match postponed from December 22nd between Robin Hood and Somerset Eagles has been rescheduled for Thursday, January 6th – 9:00pm at Goose Gosling Field. “The Premier Division Match scheduled for Saturday, January 9th between Robin […]
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| In an effort to “honour the past as we build momentum for the future,” Meritus has launched new branding and a redesigned website. A spokesperson said, “At Meritus, this past year gave us a chance to reflect and an opportunity to rethink things a little. We realized that, though we’ve evolved over the years, it […]
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| Canopius Group has appointed Neil Robertson as their Group Chief Executive Officer. A spokesperson said, “Canopius Group, a leading global specialty [re]insurer, today announces that Neil Robertson has been appointed as Group Chief Executive Officer. “Neil joined Canopius as Deputy Group CEO in May 2021, reporting to Group Chairman and CEO Michael Watson, and takes […]
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| Guy Carpenter [Bermuda] Ltd announced the promotion of Jenni Estis to Managing Director. A spokesperson said, “Guy Carpenter [Bermuda] Ltd, a leading global risk and reinsurance specialist and a business of Marsh McLennan [MMC], announced today the promotion of Jenni Estis to Managing Director. “Having joined Guy Carpenter in 2002, Mrs. Estis has previously worked […]
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| The MTM Singles Championships 2022 continued at the Fairmont Southampton Tennis Courts, with matches in three divisions. Chris Weeks won his A Division match in straight sets 6-2, 6-3 over Sebastian Pukke, while Scott Redmond defeated Elliott Wilson in straight sets 6-1, 6-0 in the other A Division match. In a B Division match-up, Taurean […]
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| The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series — which marks the first of 2022 — features a Bermuda flag themed emoji offering a little cyber thumbs up as we start a new year. The design is also available below as a Facebook profile cover image, and you can check back on Bernews every Wednesday for our […]
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| Fidelis Insurance announced the promotion of Louise Jarvis to the position of Deputy Director of Underwriting in addition to her current role of Group Head of Contract Wordings. A spokesperson said, “Louise joined Fidelis in 2017 as Senior Wordings Specialist and was promoted to Group Head of Contract Wordings in 2019 where she is responsible […]
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| January 4 saw 2,400 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $14,860.00 BD. 2,400 shares were traded by Argus Group Holdings Ltd, closing up 6.7% at $6.40 per share. The BSX finished at 2,604.63, up 0.37% on the day. There was 1 advances, 0 declines, and 62 remained unchanged. The full report for […]
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| The Ministry received 9,532 test results – spanning four days — and 516 were positive, so active cases have now increased to 912, with two people in hospital. A Government spokesperson said, “Since the last update, the Ministry of Health received 9,532 test results and 516 were positive for Covid-19. “These results are from testing completed […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Jan 4] include PATI notice, acting appointments, contracts valued $50,000 or more, large group exemptions, cancellation of registration, notice of intended marriage. PATI :- The Office of the Privacy Commissioner Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: PATI Notice Notice ID: GN0020/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Public Access to […]
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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 Ministry advised “that there will be a staggered opening of schools” with some preschools set to open tomorrow, seven primary schools to “open for specific classes,” while “middle and senior schools, DAME and Success Academy will not be ready to receive students tomorrow.” A Government spokesperson said, “We are pleased to report that an […]
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| Wednesday, January 5 is expected to see sunny periods; risk of a few showers developing in afternoon, with the high to be near 21°C/70°F and the low to be near 19°C/67°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be east. The relative humidity is expected to be near 75%. Sunrise will be […]
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| Lindo’s has extended their discount days — on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays — to the end of March. The Lindo’s Group of Companies posted the photo below online, saying, “It’s a brand new year, full of fresh starts and opportunity – but some things are here to stay! We’re pleased to share that our discount days […]
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| The Ministry of Public Works is advising the public of road traffic notices affecting Harbour Road in Paget and Warwick as well as Rose Hill to St. George Club in the east end. For more information on the Harbour Road, Paget traffic flow change, click here. For more information on the Rose Hill To St […]
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| [Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [January 4] with the list indicating that there are thirty bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.15pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 30 runs cancelled this morning, 29 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]
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| The island’s iconic Gombeys continue to celebrate the New Year, and we caught up with the the H&H Gombey Troupe yesterday [Jan 3]. For photos and videos of more Gombey celebrations of the New Year, click here, for all our coverage of New Year celebrations, click here, and for more than 100 videos of Gombeys […]
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| “As the Minister for Social Development & Seniors, I take this opportunity to highlight persons in our community who are blind or have visual impairments on World Braille Day, celebrated annually on 4th January,” Minister of Social Development and Seniors Tinee Furbert said. Minister Furbert said, “This day recognizes the immense contributions of Louis Braille, […]
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| Andrew Trott-Francis is the first recipient of a new bursary set up by the Bermuda Professional Golfers Association through the Butterfield Bermuda Championship, which aims to assist members in their education and career advancement in the golf industry. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Professional Golfers Association is excited to announce, through the Butterfield Bermuda Championship, […]
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| Fortitude Group Holdings announced the acquisition of Fortitude Life & Annuity Solutions and Fortitude P&C Solutions from AIG. A spokesperson said, “Fortitude Group Holdings, LLC, the parent company of Bermuda’s largest multi-line reinsurer [Fortitude Re], announced today the acquisition of Fortitude Life & Annuity Solutions, Inc. [FLAS], a licensed life and annuity TPA, and Fortitude […]
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| One Communications gave over $65,000 towards supporting local businesses, customers, and charity this holiday season after the company teamed up with over 30 retailers across the Island to reward customers for shopping local with 7,000 scratch and win cards during the month of December. A spokesperson said, “When making a purchase at any of the […]
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| Developed by local technologist Edmond Johnson, TestGuard – an antigen test registration system – includes a both an easy-to use web and mobile application, with the company recently winning a Leadership Innovation Award for the project. A spokesperson said, “To minimize the spread of Covid-19, we have completely rethought our daily routines. We work from home. We learn […]
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| MarketPlace are extending their three-times weekly 5% discount “until further notice”, the company announced today. MarketPlace posted the graphic below on social media, saying: “Our community is at the heart of everything we do. To start the new year, we are extending our three-times weekly 5% discount until further notice. We recognise how beneficial the […]
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| Bermuda HealthCare Services [BHCS] today announced the appointment of Lianne Swan to the post of Chief Operating Officer of Bermuda HealthCare Services and Brown-Darrell Clinic, effective January 4, 2022. A spokesperson said, “Ms. Swan has over fifteen years of experience in the healthcare field, including Supervisor of Health & Dental Claims at BF&M Insurance Group […]
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| OUTBermuda has appointed four new board members and now seeks its first Executive Director as part of the LGBTQ+ rights advocacy nonprofit’s ambitious growth plans for 2022. A spokesperson said, “”With its new members, OUTBermuda’s board has doubled in size, with four Bermudians joining to bolster the group’s existing leadership in their advocacy work, fundraising, […]
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| Bermudian swimmer Madelyn Moore recently earned an honourable mention for the 2021 Swammy Award for Central American and Caribbean Female Swimmer of the Year. A SwimSwam story said, “Joanna Evans of the Bahamas wins the 2021 Swammy Award for Central American and Caribbean Female Swimmer of the Year. Evans competed in the 2020 Tokyo Olympic […]
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| The Bermuda Rugby Football Union is searching for female athletes to train with the Bermuda Women’s National 7s rugby team. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Rugby Football Union wants to welcome all female athletes to try rugby and train with the Bermuda Women’s National 7s team. “The Bermuda Women’s National 7s team have several commitments […]
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| Specialist underwriter Tom Dilley has joined Mosaic Insurance to lead the company’s global financial institutions division. A spokesperson said, “Based in London, Dilley has been appointed SVP, Head of Financial Institutions, taking overall responsibility for the unit launched and guided by Chris Brown through the company’s first year. “Brown will now focus entirely on his […]
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| [Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda winger Luke Robinson has been hailed for making an immediate impact for English non-League side Worthing. The 23-year-old has been in impressive form since joining the Isthmian League Premier Division leaders last month. Robinson made his debut as a late substitute in Worthing’s 3-1 victory away to Bognor Regis Town last […]
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| The MTM Singles Championships 2022 got underway at the Fairmont Southampton Tennis Courts. One match needed a third set tiebreaker as Zach McGuire defeated Tobiah Goodchild 6-4, 6-7, 6-1 in their Under 14 Division battle. Elite B Division 6 6 Ben Lines defeated 1 2 Nick Butterfield 6 6 Sebastian Pukke defeated 1 1 Charlotte […]
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| A new publication describes a beardfish species, Polymixia hollisterae, living on Bermuda’s deep slope, and notes that there “are only 10 species of Polymixia known globally so it is remarkable we have three here.” In a recent edition of the Envirotalk newsletter, Curator of the Natural History Museum Dr. Robbie Smith said, “Dr. Terry C. […]
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| The police are appealing for witnesses to the collision in Sandys on Tuesday, December 28th, 2021. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service, is once again requesting the public’s assistance with the investigation into a serious two vehicle road traffic collision, which occurred just east of Woody’s Drive in, Sandys, shortly before 7:00 pm […]
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| Tuesday, January 4 is expected to see sunny periods, chance of early showers drying by late morning, with the high to be near 19°C/67°F and the low to be near 16°C/61°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be north. The relative humidity is expected to be near 67%. Sunrise will be […]
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| The Ministry of Health today [Jan 3] provided further information regarding outbound passenger antigen testing. A Government spokesperson said: “1. More specifically, the Ministry reminded that outbound travellers must still in the first instance undergo the process of getting tested at a testing facility. “2. Outbound passengers who have been tested at a government site should […]
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| The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has amended the emergency use authorization [EUA] for the Pfizer-BioNTech Covid-19 vaccine to “expand the use of a single booster dose to include use in individuals 12 through 15 years of age, shorten the time between the completion of primary vaccination of the Pfizer-BioNTech Covid-19 Vaccine and a booster dose […]
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| Dr Kyjuan Brown has announced the release of two new dietary supplements “for those looking for comprehensive digestive health support.” A spokesperson said, “Dr Kyjuan Brown, the creator of Dr Brown’s Laboratory, announced the official release of two new dietary supplements for those looking for comprehensive digestive health support. Dr Brown’s Laboratory, which is a […]
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| Bermuda has welcomed the first baby of 2022, with a baby girl making her grand debut into the world on Sunday afternoon. A Bermuda Hospitals Board spokesperson said, “Bermuda has welcomed the first baby of 2022, and it’s a girl! Baby Zara was born at 4.12pm on Sunday 2 January 2022. She weighed 8lbs and […]
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| One game recently took place in Bermuda Flag Football League week three action at the TN Tatem Middle School Field, with a total of 66 points scored. The Killa Squad defeated the Wolf Pack 54 – 12. The player of the game for Killa Squad was Seward Smith with seven passing touchdowns, one rushing touchdown, […]
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| Teams that include Bermudian footballers Jonte Smith, Dale Eve, Kole Hall, Roger Lee, Reggie Lambe, Willie Clemons, D’Andre Wainwright, and Quinaceo Hunt were recently in action. Jonte Smith Jonte Smith’s Ballymena United was only able to field a squad of 15 as of their registered squad against Portadown. Smith was not in the team as […]
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| [Written by Stephen Wright] Dame Flora Duffy said she is “grateful and honoured” to have been made a Dame in the New Year’s Honours. Duffy, who received an OBE in 2018, was recognised as Dame Commander of the British Empire for her services to sport in Bermuda. The 34-year-old stormed to the gold medal in the […]
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| The Regulatory Authority of Bermuda has published their Activity Report for the period April 1 to June 30, 2021, which states that “the purpose of this document is to report on the progress of activities of the Regulatory Authority of Bermuda for the electricity and electronic communications sectors, for the fiscal year 2021-22.” The 2021-2022 Activity […]
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| Northshore Medical and Aesthetics Center [NMAC] is offering Antigen Travel TeleHealth Testing, providing “faster testing” so that travelers “don’t miss their flights.” A spokesperson said, “Bermudians and residents are excited about Northshore Medical’s newest Covid-19 testing solution to help them with faster testing so they don’t miss their flights. “NMAC’s Antigen Travel TeleHealth Testing solution […]
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| [Joint statement supported by a number of local personalities including former Premiers Alex Scott & Sir John Swan, Senator Joan Dillas Wright, Senator Michelle Simmons, Lisa Reed, Dwight Jackson, Keith Jensen, Kevin Grant, Bishop Dill, Bishop Wes Spiewak, Imam Saleem Talbot. Rev Erskine Simmons and Diana Kempe] The passing of Archbishop Desmond Tutu represents a […]
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| Monday, January 3 is expected to be mostly sunny, with the high to be near 24°C/76°F and the low to be near 19°C/66°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 93%. Sunrise will be at 7:21am and sunset will be at 5:26pm. […]
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| The talented team behind the Bermuda Sandcastle Competition is wishing the public a happy new year, using one of their always artistic sand creations to do so. The Bermuda Sandcastle Competition posted the photo below on social media saying, “Happy 2022 everyone! Wait what?.. 2022.. how did this happen.. lol. They say time flies when […]
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