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| The 2021 Bermuda Flag Football League Fall season got underway at the TN Tatem Middle School Field, with the opening day involving a double-header that produced 191 total points. In the opener, the Blue Bombers defeated the Wolf Pack 51 – 25. The Player of the Game for Blue Bombers was Zavante Garnett with 4 […]
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| Less than twenty-four hours after winning their first game of the season, the Baltimore Blast team — which Bermudian David Bascome serves as the head coach for – was back in action against Eastern Division rivals Utica. Going into the game the Blast had a record of 1 & 1, while Utica were 0 & […]
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| The Government has released information about the pre-departure Covid-19 tests required when travelling from Bermuda to the United Kingdom, the United States, and Canada. The Government tweeted the posters below, saying, “Travelers have a responsibility to know the border testing requirements of the country to which they are traveling. Having the incorrect test administered could […]
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| The police are once again appealing for the public’s assistance in locating 15-year-old Saphire Wainwright, who was last seen on Saturday morning. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is once again appealing for the public’s assistance in locating 15-year-old Saphire Wainwright. “She is described as brown complexioned, approximately 5 feet 8 inches tall of […]
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| Trusts and private wealth lawyer Stephanie Bernard has joined Carey Olsen Bermuda Limited as counsel. A spokesperson said, “Stephanie has extensive and in-depth experience advising individuals, fiduciaries and companies on all aspects of Bermuda trust law, including international and local estate planning arrangements, wealth management structures, variation of trusts and private trust companies as well […]
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| Cathy Gurret Lama recently raced to third place in the 70.3 Ironman race held in Indian Wells, California. A spokesperson said, “Cathy Gurret Lama achieved third place in her age group of 65-69 years old in 70.3 Ironman race held in Indian Wells, California, a very popular desert city 90 minutes east of Los Angeles. […]
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| Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban joined a virtual panel discussion as part of the Fourth Annual Financial Times Global Boardroom event held from 7 to 9 December. A Government spokesperson said, “The Global Boardroom event is held to debate the path to recovery, explore the long-term economic, social and geopolitical consequences of the pandemic […]
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| Teddy Shum and Gayle Lindsay raced to victory in the 2021 Red Cross 5K Jingle Bell road race this weekend. Shum clocked a winning time of 16:33, with Tom Mills crossing the line in second with a time of 16:51, while Chayce Smith finished third clocking 17:05. Lindsay finished in a time of 19:21, Liana […]
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| Noting they are aware of a video clip circulating “depicting an incident involving two minors,” the police have urged people to not pass the video clip on. A police spokesperson said, “There is a video clip depicting an incident involving two minors, which is being circulated on social media. The video clip has been brought to […]
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| Kamau Leverock, Delray Rawlins and their Florida Scorpions teammates extended their lead on top of the Group 2 Standings in the US Open Cricket T20 Tournament by defeating the Samp Army by 19 runs. After a lengthy delay, the match was reduced to 10 overs. The Florida Scorpions batted first and scored 147/3, Rawlins was the […]
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| IQUW announced that Rene Lamer has joined the firm’s Bermuda operation as Managing Director – Underwriting and Operations. “Lamer joins the company to help build out the underwriting and operational capabilities of the new Bermuda platform. He will report to Stephen Young, who recently joined IQUW as Head of Reinsurance and CEO Bermuda,” a spokesperson […]
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| The 31st Annual Speedo Winter Championships continued in Plantation Florida, with a team of swimmers from Warwick Academy taking part. In the women’s 13 & over 200 yard backstroke final, Taylor White finished 7th touching the wall in a time of 2:12.22. Bella Howes claimed the silver medal in the 15-16 women’s 50 yard breaststroke […]
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| The Bermuda Olympic Association has paid tribute to Olympian Mike Sharpe, noting he was a world-class sprinter and horizontal jumper, and said his “legacy as an Olympian is a part of our proud history and his support of the Bermuda sporting community has extended far beyond his years as a competitor.” A spokesperson said, “The […]
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| The City of Hamilton hosted a series of “Fresh Air Films: Drive-In Pajama Jam” events this weekend on the top level of Bull’s Head Car Park in Hamilton, screening movies while offering an array of fun activities including a drive-through photobooth, prize giveaways, refreshment vendors, complimentary Santa Hats and popcorn upon entry and more. Patrina ‘Power […]
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| [Written by Stephen Wright] He might not have stepped inside a boxing ring until he was 18, but Saundre “Dash” Simons is already one of the top amateur prospects in the United States. On Saturday night, at the USA National Boxing Championships in Shreveport, Louisiana, Simons enhanced his growing reputation by competing in the elite super […]
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| [Opinion column written by OBA MP Michael Dunkley] Recently, Transport Minister Lawrence Scott ruled out roadside breath tests without warning and said, “The reason that we have the advertisement is to be proactive- we don’t want to be punitive.” Say what! We need to be serious about drunk driving! Currently general driving standards are terrible in […]
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| Ashjuana Thomas has been awarded the Public Service Excellence Award [PSEA] for the month of November, having been recognized for her outstanding work as Talent Management Partner for the Department of Employee and Organizational Development. A Government spokesperson said, “The public will note that the PSEA’s is a programme that aims to encourage outstanding achievement […]
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| The always spectacular Christmas light display at Somers Garden in St. George’s has been unveiled, and you can take a ‘virtual visit’ to the festive location via Bernews 360 degree tour which allows you to move your mouse to view the various angles and/or zoom in, and you can also click the thumbnails at bottom […]
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| Veteran Educator Kenneth Caesar has been appointed Principal of CedarBridge Academy, Commissioner of Education, Mrs. Kalmar Richards announced today. A Government spokesperson said, “A former principal of Sandys Secondary Middle School, Mr. Caesar has been acting principal of the senior school for the past four years. “He served in leadership positions at schools and educational […]
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| Noting that it is with great sadness, the Bermuda Broadcasting Company has announced the death of veteran reporter and accomplished athlete Mike Sharpe, who passed away this weekend in Florida at the age of 65. A spokesperson said, “Mike worked for BBC on and off for more than 30 years and after taking early retirement […]
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| This Premier Division match between Robin Hood and the Devonshire Colts at the BAA field ended in a 1 – 1 draw. After a scoreless first half, Robin Hood took the lead in the 55th minute when Daniel Cook scored, and the Devonshire Colts got theequalizer in the 54th minute when Chermal Henry scored. Related […]
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| AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A++ [Superior] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings of “aa+” [Superior] of the subsidiaries of Chubb Limited [Zurich, Switzerland], which include the members of the Chubb US Group of Insurance Companies and the members of Chubb Bermuda Insurance Ltd. and Chubb Tempest Reinsurance Ltd. [Chubb Tempest […]
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| Justin Donawa and his Solihull Moors teammates defeated Maidenhead United, 4 – 0 in England, with Donawa scoring one of the goals for his team. The club’s match report said, “Moors fans were treated to four goals and a clean sheet at York Road on Saturday afternoon. Neal Ardley’s side were relentless and ruthless from the […]
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| A Bermuda Basketball Association’s Island Basketball League double-header took place inside the CedarBridge Academy Gymnasium, with a total of 222 points scored on the night. In the opener, the Black Mambas defeated the Splash Brothers 56 – 48. Calvert Lee scored a double-double to lead the Black Mambas to victory, he scored 16 points, and he […]
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| [Written by Carla Seely] WOW! You finally did it—you finished your university degree and you’re ready to take on the world! University gives you the education and confidence to dream big and believe anything is possible, and it provides you with the platform to launch yourself into a career. So where do you go from […]
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| News that the Oduntan family — most notably 9-year-old Zoe and 6-year-old Eli Oduntan — earned the BFRS Heroism Award, BUEI held the inaugural Environmental Ocean Hero Awards ceremony, and the Boys Brigade and the Church Girls’ Car Wash & Christmas Sale raised a total of $3,500 for the Family Centre BELCO Hardship Fund were all […]
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| AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating [FSR] of A++ [Superior] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings of “aa+” [Superior] of the property/casualty [P/C] members of Houston Casualty Group. The lead P/C members are headquartered in Houston, TX, with the exception of HCC Reinsurance Company Limited [Hamilton, Bermuda]. AM Best also has affirmed the […]
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| AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A- [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a-” [Excellent] of OCIL Specialty Ltd [OSL] [Bermuda]. The outlook of these Credit Ratings [ratings] is stable. The ratings agency said, “The ratings reflect OSL’s balance sheet strength, which AM Best assesses as very strong, as well […]
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| The Corporation of St George held a drive through Christmas Candy Handout event this evening [Dec 11] which was sponsored by Butterfield & Vallis and St. George’s Dance Studio, and saw people being greeted by Santa, the Grinch, Mickey and Minnie Mouse and more. Related Stories Photos: Dowling’s Christmas Community Event Video: Summer Block Party […]
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| Teams that include Bermudian footballers Nahki Wells, Jonte Smith, Dale Eve, Justin Donawa, Kole Hall, Reggie Lambe, Willie Clemons, Tai Williams, Keziah Martin, Amar Lewis, Nahje Smith, and Ayleal Dill were in action. Nahki Wells Nahki Wells started on the bench for Bristol City as they traveled to take on Hull City, and he came […]
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| Speaking in the House of Assembly on Friday [Dec 10]. Minister of Labour Jason Hayward provided an update on the improvements being made within the Department of Immigration. The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr. Speaker, Introduction I rise before this Honourable House to provide you with an update on the Process Improvements made within the […]
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| Sunday, December 12 is expected to see increasing cloud later; a few showers developing overnight, with the high to be near 22°C/72°F and the low to be near 19°C/67°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 82%. Sunrise will be at 7.10am […]
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| Rockal Evans competed in the Sail Sydney Sailing Regatta, where he was in a fleet of 12 Finn sailors vying for the top spot. Evans finished second in the six-race regatta with 9 net points, Rob McMillan claimed the victory with 6 net points, while Ian McKillop was third with 14 net points. Evans recorded […]
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| The lone Bermuda Ball Hockey Winter League match at the PCC Hockey Rink needed a shootout goal to decide a winner. Water Hazard 4 – Spine and Sport 3 Brandon Willett scored the lone goal of the first period to give Spine and Sport the lead. The Water Hazard’s equalized in the second period when […]
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| The Saltus Athletics Department hosted their 3rd Inter House Golf Tournament under overcast skies and windy conditions. Each house was represented with a Middle School team and a Senior School team. The format was Captain’s Choice over 9 holes with the boys playing off the red tees and the girls off of the yellow tees. […]
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| Current expenditures for fiscal 2021/22 are projected to increase by $56.9 million due to the impact of the pandemic, and the Ministry of Finance is proposing a $25 million reduction in capital expenditures and $13 million in savings have been identified with the majority “due to vacant positions throughout the Government,” Minister of Finance Curtis […]
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| The Ministry of Public Works advised that there will be a “road closure for the weekend of Friday December 10th, 2021 to Sunday December 12th, 2021″ on Middle Road in Warwick. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works wishes to inform the motoring public that Middle Road east of Burnt House Hill the […]
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| A total of ten different Bermuda National Athletics Association [BNAA] Mile winners were crowned at the Flora Duffy Stadium. Dubbed as the Mile Reloaded, the BNAA crowned Riana Robinson as the Under 10 Girls Primary Champion with a time of 6:39.55, while the Under 10 Boys Primary Champion was Chavi Pacheco Hill who recorded a […]
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| Kamau Leverock, Delray Rawlins, and their Florida Scorpion teammates picked up their second win of the US Open Cricket Twenty20 Tournament in Florida, defeating the Punjab Blues by 50 runs. The Punjab Blues won the toss and chose to field, Florida would score 208/2 in their allotted 20 overs, Rawlins was the top scorer with […]
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| Following reports of gun shots, police responded to the Deepdale Road Pembroke area last night and “a number of rounds of live ammunition and a spent shell were recovered.” A police spokesperson said, “Police attended Deepdale Road Pembroke shortly after 11:30 last night, following several reports of gunshots heard in the area. “Officers on patrol, […]
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| The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday December 11th. On Saturday the Norwegian Gem cruise ship is expected, on Monday the Muscat Silver oil products tanker and the Oleander container ship will arrive, on Wednesday the Somers Isles container ship is scheduled to […]
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| The Bermuda Bicycle Association will be hosting their Presidents Cup Road Race on Sunday, December 19th. The race will cover a distance of 56 miles, the event is neutral from the Start until approximately Black Watch Pass on North Shore Road and racing will commence when indicated by the appointed race official. The race will […]
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| From November 29th to December 3rd, five students including this year’s SGY2 Diversity prefects had the opportunity to participate in the virtual National Association of Independent Schools [NAIS] Student Diversity Leadership Conference [SDLC]. A spokesperson said, “The conference ‘is a multiracial, multicultural gathering of upper school student leaders [grades 9-12] from across the U.S. and […]
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| December 10 saw 30,805 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $443,269.00 BD. 15,600 shares were traded by Argus Group Holdings Ltd, closing even at $6.00 per share, while the other 15,205 shares were traded by BF&M Ltd, closing at an even $23.00 per share. The BSX finished at 2,648.34, even on the […]
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| Somers Garden in St. George’s has been transformed into an impressive Christmas Wonderland, with an array of lights and decorations turning the east end location into a truly festive area. You can view a live stream below, we will have a photo gallery later on and to view more Christmas decorations from this year and past years click […]
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| As of Tuesday December 14th, local residents travelling abroad for 72 hours or less can use their pre-departure Covid test as an arrival test. Speaking at last night’s [Dec 9] test results, Minister Wilson said, “As of December 14th, anyone travelling abroad for 72 hours or less can use their pre-departure test obtained in Bermuda, […]
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| Speaking in the House of Assembly today [Dec 10] Minister of Finance Curtis Dickinson provided an overview of his recent travels to London and Brussels, as well as his work last week in New York. The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr Speaker, I rise today to inform this Honourable House of recent travels to London and […]
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| On Thursday [Dec 9], on a Zoom gathering of 51 students, teachers, family members, sponsors, judges and Minister of Education Diallo Rabain, the National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] revealed the 27 finalists of the third year of the Dr. Reg Grundy Annual Youth Photography Competition: Your Eyes on Bermuda. One of the winning entries: Alisa […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Dec 10] include large group exemptions, appointments and notice of intended marriages. Large Group Exemption For The Wake For Mrs. Patricia Ruby Correia Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN1350/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication date: 10 December 2021 Public Health [Covid-19 Emergency […]
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| Saturday, December 11 is expected to see mostly sunny skies, with the high to be near 22°C/72°F and the low to be near 18°C/65°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 65%. Sunrise will be at 7.10am and sunset will be at […]
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