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| [Written by Don Burgess] People were literally lined up down the block for hot dogs, candy, and other goodies at Butterfield & Vallis today [Oct 31]. Children of all ages came dressed in Halloween costumes. They munched down more than 1,500 hot dogs as they helped raise money for the Bermuda Zoological Society at the […]
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| Bernews posted more than 200 videos across our various social networks during October, and the most viewed included the Election Night Discussion, the weather, the City’s Taste of Bermuda event, the new airport terminal, and more. As far as Facebook videos, the most viewed for the month was the time lapse showing the new airport […]
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| Kane Crichlow and his Watford Under 23 teammates took on Birmingham City in England, and claimed a 3 – 2 victory, with Crichlow scoring one of the goals for his team. Watford was down 2 – 0, however Crichlow scored 39th minute, his teammate Sonny Blu Lo-Everton scored in the 44th minute, and then in the […]
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| A 41-year-old man has been arrested and a replica firearm recovered after a “confrontation at a Hamilton Parish residence,” the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service can confirm that a 41-year-old male has been arrested and a replica firearm recovered, following a confrontation at a Hamilton Parish residence on Wednesday […]
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| The Bermudian Heartbeats Lecture Series will be holding an online discussion via Zoom of “Parliament’s 400th Anniversary: A Conversation with the Hon. John J. Barritt and Mr. Arthur Hodgson” on Thursday, November 5th. In an online post, the Bermuda Government said, “The Department of Community and Cultural Affairs invites you to a Bermudian Heartbeats Conversation […]
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| Everest Re Group, Ltd. reported that for the three months ended September 30, 2020, net income was $243.1 million, or $6.07 per diluted common share, compared to net income of $104.4 million, or $2.56 per diluted common share, for the three months ended September 30, 2019. After-tax operating income for the quarter was $97.0 million, […]
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| The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday October 31st. On Monday the Oleander container ship is expected, on Tuesday the Somers container ship will arrive, and on Thursday the Vanquish container ship is scheduled to arrive. The weekly shipping schedule, which is subject […]
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| The Bermuda Legislature — which was dissolved on August 21st prior to the 2020 General Election — will reconvene this coming Friday [Nov 6] in St George’s. The session will take place in the east end to mark the 400th anniversary of the Legislature, and the official Parliament website describes the history by saying: “Bermuda’s […]
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| Bacardi Limited announced the appointment of Mauricio Vergara as President and Chief Operating Officer [COO] of Patrón. A spokesperson said, “Bacardi Limited, the world’s largest privately held spirits company, announces the appointment of Mauricio Vergara as President and Chief Operating Officer [COO] of Patrón. A seven-year Bacardi veteran, Vergara has a diverse background serving in […]
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| October 30 saw 24,632 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $154,911.72 BD. 532 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing down 10.0% at $25.21 per share, while another 100 shares were traded by Somers Limited, closing even at $14.00 per share. 21,000 shares were traded by Argus Group Holdings […]
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| [Written by Don Burgess] The swirling winds sweeping across the Port Royal Golf Course shattered many a player’s dreams today in the PGA Bermuda Championship. Yesterday there were more than 80- players under par. Today? Less than two dozen. Round 2 highlights, video courtesy of the PGA Tour Americans Ryan Armour and Wyndham Clark are tied on […]
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| Bermuda’s Spa Month returns this November, with “numerous properties offering substantial deals to travellers and residents throughout November.” A BTA spokesperson said, “Bermuda’s spas are gearing up for a month-long promotion of health and wellness, with numerous properties offering substantial deals to travellers and residents throughout November. “Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] launched Bermuda Spa Month […]
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| At the Annual General Meeting of the Association held today [Oct 30] provided for by section 5[1] of the Bermuda Bar Act 1974, the membership elected a Bar Council and Officers of the Association for the ensuing year as follows: Officers: President Elizabeth Christopher Vice President Cindy E. Clarke Honorary Secretary George N.H. Jones Members: […]
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| The BFA Competition’s Committee has decided that Wolves will forfeit the match that was scheduled for October 18th, and a score of 3-0 will be awarded to Ireland Rangers FC. A spokesperson said, “The First Division match that was scheduled for Sunday, October 18th, 2020, between Ireland Rangers FC and Wolves SC, did not kick […]
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| The Bermuda National Gallery and Goslings Rum have teamed up to launch their first annual Holiday Wrapping Paper Design Competition. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda National Gallery and Goslings Rum have teamed up to launch their first Annual Holiday Wrapping Paper Design Competition. “Artists and designers – both professional and amateur – are invited to […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Oct 30] include cancellation of registration, convening of legislature, trade mark applications, acting appointments, and large group exemptions. Bermuda Monetary Authority Axis Ventures Limited Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Cancellation Of Registration Notice ID: GN0985/2020 Public Authorities / Department: Bermuda Monetary Authority Publication Date: 30 […]
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| Saturday, October 31 is expected to see early cloud giving way to long sunny periods, 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 NNE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 73%. Sunrise will be at 7.36am […]
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| Airport operator Skyport has submitted its latest minimum revenue guarantee certificate and an “additional $15 million is now required to be paid by the BAA to Skyport,” the Government said today. A Government spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Airport Authority [BAA] recently confirmed that the L..F. Wade International Airport operator Skyport has submitted its latest minimum […]
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| Players and staff of the Phoenix World Tens Series team used their down time on Thursday morning to volunteer for the Keep Bermuda Beautiful charity. Head Coach Braam van Straaten and his playing squad collected cans and bottles for recycling and other pieces of trash along the railway walk as a way of showing their […]
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| There were 992 test results received yesterday and one was positive for Covid-19 — which is classified as imported — so Bermuda now has 14 active cases. A Government spokesperson said, “Yesterday, there were 992 test results received by the Ministry of Health, and one was positive for COVID-19. This most recent case is classified […]
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| There was a “disturbance involving several persons in the parking lot of Southampton Rangers Club” last night [Oct 29] which resulted in one male receiving stab wounds. A police spokesperson said, “At around 9:12 p.m. on Thursday 29th October, police received reports of a disturbance involving several persons in the parking lot of Southampton Rangers […]
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| Mount Saint Agnes Academy held a Pumpkin Patch Display last week, with over 114 pumpkins submitted for the display. A spokesperson said, “Last week MSA held a Pumpkin Patch Display with gourd-geous creations by elementary and middle school students. Over 114 pumpkins were submitted for the display. “Entries that were received included painted and decorated […]
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| The Bermuda Environmental Sustainability Taskforce [BEST] has unveiled a new strategy to “guide their ongoing work of ensuring the protection, conservation, and preservation of Bermuda’s natural environment.” A spokesperson said, “One of the island’s leading nonprofit environmental organisations, BEST is pleased to announce a new strategy to guide their ongoing work of ensuring the protection, […]
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| Bermuda is featured in November’s Travel + Leisure magazine, with the cover showcasing a photo taken on the island and the issue including an article highlighting Bermudians who give “travelers an insider’s perspective of the island’s dynamic culture.” The article is titled “Straight from the source,” and states, “From an Instagram star who leads photo […]
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| The Golf Channel — a part of NBC Sports Group — is covering the Bermuda Championships, and you can take a look at some of their coverage below. The video’s description says, “Peter Malnati has set the early pace at the Bermuda Championship with a sizzling 8-under 63. Golf Central breaks it down.” Related Stories Video: Camiko […]
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| Puerto Rico’s Rafael Campos was one of the golfers in action yesterday [Oct 29] during the first round of the Bermuda Championship, with his opening shot seeing the ball find an unusual resting place. Teeing off on the signature 16th, Campos’ ball went way off the fairway, took an unfortunate bounce, and ended up underneath […]
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| Bermuda’s Camiko Smith made a birdie on the par-4 fourth of the Bermuda Championships. Mr Smith, along with Anthony Phipps, and Michael Sims — are the Bermudians who secured a spot in the prestigious golf tournament. The PGA Tour tweeted a video, saying: “Camiko Smith made birdie on the par-4 fourth @Bermuda_Champ, the hole he […]
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| The leaders of Faith Communities in Bermuda urge residents to offer “thoughts, prayers, or meditation for the people of the United States, as they engage in their General Election.” In a joint statement, the leaders of Faith Communities in Bermuda said, “We, the undersigned leaders of Faith Communities in Bermuda, invite and encourage residents across […]
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| The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [October 30] with the list indicating that there are three bus runs cancelled so far today. Related Stories Govt: Bus Service Resumes On Wednesday Asphalt Resurfacing At Hamilton Bus Terminal DPT Contracts Eight Minibuses To Assist Update On Bus Service And New Schedule Hamilton […]
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| “Northshore Medical and Aesthetics Center [NMAC] is now offering extracorporeal shockwave therapy, “a non-invasive treatment that delivers low energy, high frequency, sound waves to damaged bone and soft tissue.” A spokesperson said, “After a serious fall in April, Arlene Simmons’ life began to change drastically. “As an Executive Assistant at a busy reinsurance firm, Ms […]
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| Stablehouse has raised $2.18 million in seed funding from Liberty City Ventures, Dragonfly Capital, and other investors. A spokesperson said, “Stablehouse, a pioneering payment and FX exchange platform for stablecoins, has announced seed funding of $2.18 million, with investments secured from Dragonfly Capital, the VC focusing on crypto asset classes and Liberty City Ventures, the […]
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| October 29 saw 10,000 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $185,000.00 BD. 10,000 shares were traded by BF&M Ltd, closing up 2.8% at $18.50 per share. The BSX finished at 1,973.64, up 0.19% on the day. There was 1 advance, 0 declines, and 60 remained unchanged. The full report for the day […]
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| [Written by Don Burgess] American Peter Malnati leads by one stroke at the PGA Bermuda Championship after the first round at Port Royal. Malnati shot eight under par with nine birdies and boogie on #17. Doug Ghim and Ryan Armour are tied for second after carding 64s. Both players had seven birdies. There is a three-way tie for […]
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| If today’s late-afternoon form holds through to tomorrow morning, Ian Williams’s Team GAC Pindar will square off against Taylor Canfield’s Team Stars+Stripes for the championships of the 70th Bermuda Gold Cup and 2020 Open Match Racing World Championship. Williams’s and Canfield’s crews lead their semifinal series, 2-0, against Jeppe Borch’s Borch Racing Team and Phil […]
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| [Updated] Minister of Labour Jason Hayward is holding a press conference this afternoon [Oct 29] to “provide an update on the One Year Residential Certificate and information on job opportunities for Bermudians that will soon become available due to company relocations.” We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Oct 29] include large group exemption and acting appointments. Large Group Exemption Bermuda Championship Golf Tournament Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN0977/2020 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication Date: 29 October 2020 Public Health [Covid-19 Emergency Powers] Regulations 2020 Large […]
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| Bermudian Rodney Smith Jr — well known for his charitable lawn mowing initiative in the USA — has had his application for a green card denied by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services [USCIS]. An AL.com story said, “An Alabama man who has garnered national attention for his time spent traveling the U.S. to […]
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| The upcoming Bermuda Football Association Premier Division match week will include five fixtures labelled as derby matches. A spokesperson said, “The upcoming Bermuda Football Association Premier Division match week sees a lineup of five fixtures labelled as derby matches. “On Saturday, October 31st, Dandy Town battles North Village Rams at home. The two teams will […]
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| Friday, October 30 is expected to see cloudy periods, with developing showers and a slight chance of thunder, with the high to be near 28°C/83°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 83%. Sunrise will […]
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| The Bermuda National Trust has appointed Andrew Vaucrosson as its new Executive Director, with Britt Franklin Call and Randolph Joynes also filling senior roles. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda National Trust is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrew Vaucrosson as its new Executive Director, effective November 1.” BNT President Alana Anderson said, “As the […]
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| Skyport has released the latest episode of ‘Taking Off’, a video series with host Mikaela Pearman that highlights the airport redevelopment project, with this episode highlighting the new passenger security checkpoint. Speaking in the episode, Mikaela Pearman said, “As we get closer to the opening of the new passenger terminal building, I’ll be sharing what […]
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| The Scooter Mart Bermuda Charge Charity Ride-Out will be held at the Bermuda Vintage Transport Museum at Dockyard on Sunday, November 15. A spokesperson said, “The Scooter Mart Bermuda Charge will return to its origins at the Bermuda Vintage Transport Museum, Dockyard on Sunday, November 15, with a fundraising auto show and motorcade that is […]
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| Golf Channel, a part of NBC Sports Group, recently featured Bermuda as the host of the Bermuda Championship. Golf Channel posted the video below online, saying, “A bucket list experience. The PGA Tour is heading to Bermuda for this week’s Bermuda Championship! Take a look at what the area has to offer.” In introducing the […]
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| Minister of Labour Jason Hayward is holding a press conference this afternoon [Oct 29] to “provide an update on the One Year Residential Certificate and information on job opportunities for Bermudians that will soon become available due to company relocations.” We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is […]
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| There were 811 test results received and four were positive for Covid-19 — all were imported cases with residents returning home — so Bermuda now has a total of 13 active cases. A Government spokesperson said, “Yesterday, there were 811 test results received by the Ministry of Health, and four were positive for COVID-19. These […]
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| The World Tens Series senior management team has taken the decision to move the dates of round two of the World Tens Series League from Saturday 31 October and Sunday 1 November, to Monday 2 and Tuesday 3 November. A spokesperson said, “The date change has been applied to allow the SX10 franchise the opportunity to […]
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| The Health Council is holding a discussion this afternoon [Oct 29] with Food Fight Task Force, part of the Social Justice Bermuda Collective to discuss Social Disparities in Healthy Food Access, and you can watch the live video below. Related Stories “Social Disparities In Healthy Food Access” Health Council Launches Patient Safety Video Health Council: […]
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| The Ministry of Legal of Affairs has welcomed Aqueelah Simmons, Terry-Lynn Griffiths, and Lorendae Symonds to its Pupillage Programme. A Government spokesperson said, “The Attorney-General and Minister of Legal Affairs and Constitutional Reform, Kathy Lynn Simmons, is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2020/21 Ministry of Legal of Affairs’ Pupillage Programme. “Aqueelah Simmons, Terry-Lynn […]
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| The Harbour Swim Club recently hosted their 2020 Short Course Open meet at the National Sports Center in Devonshire. Angelina DeSilva won the 11-12 girls 100 SC meter freestyle touching the wall in a time of 1:39.22, Joy Yammine was second in 1:39.86 and Grace Buckley finished third clocking 1:46.06. During the boys 10 & […]
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| PartnerRe announced that it has established a new partnership with Ladder. A spokesperson said, “Founded in 2015, Ladder has pioneered the use of machine learning to fully and instantly underwrite life insurance online. The result is a streamlined, ten-minute digital process and affordable pricing to help modern consumers care for their families.” “We could not […]
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