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| The Victoria Park bandstand — which dates back to 1889 — is set to ”undergo a significant paint job” and get a “major facelift” with the work expected to take seven weeks to complete. A spokesperson said, “A revered City landmark is about to get a new lease on life. The Victoria Park bandstand will undergo […]
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| Appleby has announced that Kaisha Wilson was called to the Bermuda Bar on October 15 before Chief Justice Narinder Hargun. A spokesperson said, “Appleby is delighted to announce that Kaisha Wilson was called to the Bermuda Bar on Friday 15 October before Chief Justice Narinder Hargun. “Kaisha, a Trainee in Appleby’s two-year Bermuda legal trainee […]
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| Elder Wilfred Steede recently celebrated a notable birthday, being joined by his friends and family as he celebrated his 100th birthday. Premier David Burt posted the photos below on social media, saying: “Minister Wayne Furbert, MP Derrick Burgess and I joined the family & friends of Elder Wilfred Steede to celebrate his 100th birthday. I […]
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| Bermudian Shaquille Young is competing in the Men’s Journal ‘Legendary Dad Bod’ competition, which will see the winner earn $25,000 and a feature in the magazine, while proceeds from the contest will go towards the B+ Foundation, an organization that supports families and children with cancer. Mr. Young’s contest entry says, “I build this physique […]
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| Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences [BIOS] has partnered with Arizona State University “in the bid to deepen the understanding of the role that the ocean plays in climate science.” A spokesperson said, “In a major development in the bid to deepen the understanding of the role that the ocean plays in climate science, Arizona State […]
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| The PLP will open their Annual Delegates Conference tomorrow [Oct 27] with the event to be live streamed online. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Progressive Labour Party will open its Annual Delegates Conference on Wednesday, October 27, 2021 at 6pm with its theme for this year ‘Get Involved’. Due to gathering restrictions, this year’s opening […]
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| Noting that “employment was impacted by economic contractions caused by the pandemic,” Minister for the Cabinet Office Wayne Furbert said that “total filled jobs declined by 1,951 jobs or 5.7% from 34,378 jobs in 2019 to 32,427 in 2020.” Speaking at yesterday’s [Oct 25] press conference, Minister Furbert said, “This latest edition of The Bermuda […]
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| Kayla Bardgett competed in the Winter Equestrian Festival’s 2021 ESP Fall II International Horse Jumping event in Florida. Bardgett and Syl Dandy won the 1.10m Child/Adult Jumper with a Jump-Off Class. The pair had a round one clear round time of 46.353, they then clocked a Jump-Off winning time of 29.424. Competing in the 1.10m […]
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| The MTM Open Championships continued at the Fairmont Southampton Tennis Courts. Three matches needed a tie-breaker to decide a winner, Darren Woods defeated Noel Johnston in an Elite B Division battle 7-5, 5-7, 10-8, while Dexter Snaith defeated Robert Richardson 6-3, 3-6, 10-5 in their B Division battle. Snaith had to go the distance in […]
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| October 25 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,705.02, even on the day. There was 1 advance, 0 declines, and 61 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Oct 22 2021 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Oct 21 […]
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| Noting that a WhatsApp message is being circulated “which contains allegations about a person of interest to police,” the BPS asked people “to not circulate the message” and added that “information regarding ongoing investigations involving persons of interest, should not be considered accurate or legitimate, unless that information is contained in an official BPS release.” A […]
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| Volunteers from Bermuda International Long Term Insurers and Reinsurers [BILTIR] carried out a clean-up operation on a section of the Bermuda Railway Trail on Sunday. A spokesperson said, “As part of celebrations to mark BILTIR’s 10th anniversary this year, the organisation has adopted a section of the Railway Trail from Palmetto Park to Store Hill […]
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| Hannah Emmerson — the talented local artist who organizes the sandcastle competitions — has created a sand sculpture in celebration of the Garden Club’s 100th anniversary. “Sand sculpting is the oldest form of sculpting in the world, but it only became an art form during the 1970s in California and has since spread throughout the […]
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| The Ministry of Labour is advising of “changes to the closed and restricted job categories, effective from November 1st, 2021, for a 3-month period.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Labour will be extending the moratorium on new work permits issued for closed job categories until January 31st, 2022. Please note that Residential and Commercial […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Oct 25] include large group exemptions. Large Group Exemption Funeral Of Luis Manuel Bernardo [MBE] Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN1060/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication Date: 25 October 2021 Public Health [Covid-19 Emergency Powers] [Phased Re-Opening] Regulations 2021 […]
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| The Ministry received 5022 test results — spanning three days — and 13 were positive, so there are now 127 active cases, of which 21 people are in hospital, with 7 in ICU and sadly the Ministry confirmed there have been two more deaths. “Sadly, Bermuda has recorded another two coronavirus related deaths,” said the […]
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| Tuesday, October 26 is expected to see cloudy with rain and showers, risk of thunder, easing later, with the high to be near 26°C/78°F and the low to be near 23°C/74°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 […]
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| Continuing the successful partnership started in 2009, Bermuda HealthCare Services [BHCS] has renewed its $10,000.00 sponsorship of Pembroke Hamilton Club for the 2021-2022 season. BHCS Founder and Executive Chairman Dr. Ewart Brown stated, “We are delighted to continue supporting PHC’s football programme for the twelfth year. Our financial commitment is rooted in the belief that […]
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| Minister for the Cabinet Office Wayne Furbert and Minister of Labour Jason Hayward are holding a press conference this afternoon [Oct 25] to “provide updates on the Bermuda Job Market and Reemployment Initiatives.” We will have additional information later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Related Stories Video: Finance Minister Press […]
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| Information Commissioner Gitanjali Gutierrez invites residents to attend the next session in the series of free public webinars hosted by the International Conference of Information Commissioners, which will be held on Wednesday [Oct 27]. A spokesperson said, “Information Commissioner Gitanjali Gutierrez wishes to advise all Bermudians and residents that the next session in the series […]
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| [Opinion column written by MP Neville Tyrrell] Minister Ernest Peets and the entire team at the Ministry of Community and Cultural Events accomplished a first-class job putting together an event that not only honoured our first Olympic Gold medalist – the incomparable Flora Duffy – The event was classy and well organized and we’re now […]
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| [Written by Dale Butler] International musician, artist, teacher, composer and pioneer Miles ‘Trane’ Manders was not deterred when he was unable to open his music school along with Atlantic Publishing House, who were preparing a second Cultural House in the heartbeat of the City. On Friday afternoon, he held a drive through and drop in […]
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| “More wet and potentially noisy weather conditions on the way for late tonight into tomorrow,” the Bermuda Weather Service said, adding that “last Saturday’s early wake up call was just a start to more rain, showers, and thunderstorms that are expected to arrive after midnight tonight.” The BWS has issued a Thunderstorm Advisory valid for […]
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| Jessica Lightbourne, Lorene Phillips, and Sophia Casey have launched a new coaching and leadership development certification program. A spokesperson said, “Determined to make professional coaching more accessible for everyone, three women have founded the International Coaching & Leadership Institute, the first Afro-Caribbean female-owned, coaching and leadership development certification program of its kind in North America & […]
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| Olympic gold medalist Flora Duffy’s signed Rio Olympic suit is currently up for auction in an effort to raise money for Warwick Academy’s bursary fund, with the auction continuing until 5.00pm today [Oct 25]. A spokesperson said, “Olympic Gold Medalist Flora Duffy had a whirlwind trip to Bermuda to celebrate her remarkable achievement at the […]
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| Bermudian swimmer Madelyn Moore and her Northern Colorado Swimming & Diving teammates competed against Idaho, with the team making an excellent showing to win all the events, with Moore winning in four. The University’s report said, “Head coach Lisa Ebeling couldn’t have asked for a better home debut for Northern Colorado Swim and Dive. Winning […]
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| The Evening Express has highlighted Bermudian cricket player Nigel Hazel, saying “he was a ball of fire from Bermuda whose name is still spoken with reverence among the north-east cricket community.” The Evening Express website said, “He was a ball of fire from Bermuda whose name is still spoken with reverence among the north-east cricket […]
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| As part of their Black History Month series, MyLondon has highlighted the late Bermudian actor Earl Cameron, a legendary figure who broke down many barriers. MyLondon said, “Born in Bermuda in 1917, Earl Cameron first appeared on screen in the 1951 Ealing film Pool of London, in a rare starring role for a Black actor. […]
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| Nearly 800 people from 500 companies across 52 countries registered for the Bermuda Business Development Agency’s [BDA] third annual 2021 Virtual Bermuda Tech Summit, an overall increase from the event held in 2020. BDA CEO, David Hart said, “We encourage you to start planning your trip to visit Bermuda next October to attend our in-person […]
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| Nia Christopher scored for Towson University as they played to a 2-1 victory over Drexel, with the goal marking her 13th goal this season and making the Bermudian footballer the third leading single season goal scorer in Towson history. The school’s match report said, “The Towson University women’s soccer team closed out the 2021 home […]
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| Team Bermuda recently concluded the 2021 Junior Caribbean Cycling Championships in Santo Domingo, finishing third overall in the medals table. BBA President Peter Dunne said, “Team Bermuda concluded the 2021 Junior Caribbean Cycling Championships in Santo Domingo with the road races. Though Bermuda’s riders came away without additional medals, the day was full of strong […]
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| Bermudian Matteo Cervino recently finished in eighth place at the O’pen Skiff class Champions Cup in Rome. A spokesperson said, “The Circolo Nautico Giugliemo Marconi in Rome hosted the O’pen Skiff class Champions Cup 2021 over the weekend. Short 20 minute races were the theme of the regatta and the top 10 ranked sailors in […]
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| Bermudian footballers Nathan Trott, Zeiko Lewis, Jervay Laws, Nia Christopher, Jai Bean, Detre Bell, and Leilanni Nesbeth — as well as referee Natasha Trott — were in action in the USA, UK, France and Spain. Natasha Trott Natasha Trott — who last week made history by becoming the first Bermudian female to officiate in the […]
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| The Bermuda Mixed Foursomes Championship recently concluded at Turtle Hill Golf Course, with Brent Giannone and Liz Carpio winning with a total score of 109. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Mixed Foursomes Championship concluded at Turtle Hill Golf Course. The two-day tournament consisted of 18 holes of Four-Ball [partner best ball] and 18 holes of […]
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| Natalie and Tim Price competed in the Omega Sports Cannonball Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K in Greensboro, North Carolina. In the 5K, Tim Price crossed the line 2nd with a time of 18:07, while Natalie Price crossed the line in a time of 35:11 to finish 95th. With a time of 3:08.14, Tim Price finished […]
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| Monday, October 25 is expected to be cloudy, with the high to be near 26°C/78°F and the low to be near 22°C/72°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be E. The relative humidity is expected to be near 77%. Sunrise will be at 7:30am and sunset will be at 6:35pm. High […]
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| Well known local golfer Kim Swan and Tournament Director of the Butterfield Bermuda Championship Justin Belanger will be joining Bernews at 7.00pm this evening [Oct 24] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series, with the duo set to discuss the upcoming golf event. The Butterfield Bermuda Championship event — which will take […]
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| People had the opportunity to meet Olympic bronze medalist Clarence Hill today [Oct 24] at Quality Kitchen, and Mr Hill – the first Bermudian to win an Olympic medal — had praise for Flora Duffy and urged the island to keep supporting all our athletes. Speaking at the event, Dale Butler told Bernews, “We’re here […]
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| Robert Edwards and his Saint Augustine’s University Men’s Cross Country teammates concluded the regular-season cross country at the JWU Wildcat Classic in Charlotte, North Carolina. Edwards competing in the Men’s 8k Individual race finished 12th crossing the line in a time of 28:00.5. Edwards and Saint Augustine’s University Men’s Cross Country team finished 5th with […]
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| Bermuda’s D’Andre Wainwright scored for Redcar Athletic as they claimed a 3-2 victory against Crook Town. The club’s match report said, “Redcar Athletic came out as 3-2 winners in a five goal thriller against Crook Town on Saturday afternoon. First half goals from D’Andre Wainwright and Jordan Rivis ensured The Steelmen went in at the break […]
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| A 23ft power craft with three people onboard was towed to Barr’s Bay by the Coast Guard after running out of fuel. A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre spokesperson said, “Thursday 21st October, 9:30 pm – Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre received a VHF Radio Call from the 23ft Power Craft Naughty Beck, with 3 persons onboard, […]
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| The Eco Lunch & Learn series — a collaboration between Bermuda College and BEST — will hold the first presentation of the third series on October 28th with entomologist Claire Jessey set to speak on ants. A spokesperson said, “The popular Eco Lunch & Learn series, a collaboration between Bermuda College and BEST [Bermuda Environmental […]
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| Kaden Hopkins continued competing in the Tour of Guadeloupe, as a guest rider for Dominican team Inteja. Stage Two saw the competitors cover a distance of 150.3K, with Hopkins crossing the line in a time of 3:37.02, which put him across the line in 22nd place. The Bermudian cyclist is 7th overall with a combined […]
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| News that Goslings launched its ‘Flora Gold’ Bermuda rum, Clarien donated $10,000 to the Flora Duffy Fund, the ‘Flora Duffy Suite’ at Hamilton Princess was unveiled, Nia Christopher scored in a Towson draw, and Natasha Trott became the first female Bermudian Concacaf referee were all some of the positive news stories from the past week. In […]
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| SiriusPoint Ltd. has announced a strategic partnership with Parameter Climate, a full-service climate underwriting and distribution advisory firm. A spokesperson said, “As part of the transaction, SiriusPoint has purchased a significant ownership stake in Parameter Climate in addition to providing multiyear capacity and paper. Additional capacity has been secured from another leading global reinsurer. “Parameter […]
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| As part of its commitment to support the transition to a low-carbon economy, AXIS Capital Holdings Limited announced several updates to its fossil fuel underwriting and investment policy related to thermal coal, oil sands and the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. A spokesperson said, “In particular, the Company has bolstered its existing policy by committing to […]
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| Bermuda began the 2021 Junior Caribbean Cycling Championships – which is taking place in the Dominican Republic — in spectacular style by winning three medals today. BBA President Peter Dunne said, “Held on the same course in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic where earlier this year the Elite Championships was raced with great success, Alexander Miller, Liam […]
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| The annual AXA End-to-End event took place today [Oct 23] with walkers setting out to raise money to assist the community. Anne Mello, Chair of the Trust, previously stated: ‘This year will see the AXA End-to-End Charitable Trust surpass $6 million in donations and support to Bermudian charities over the past 34 years. We know […]
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| Sunday, October 24 is expected to see a mix of sun and cloud with 1 or 2 showers likely, with the high to be near 26°C/79°F and the low to be near 23°C/73°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 77%. Sunrise […]
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| The Bermuda Amateur Swimming Association’s season got underway with the Sharks Sprint Meet 2021 taking place at the BASA Pool. Arabella Newport won the 11-12 Girls 100 SC Meter Freestyle touching the wall in a Personal Best time of 1 1:09.53, Katherine Wheddon also had a Personal best time of 1:11.42 finishing in second, and […]
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