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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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| Friday, September 25 is expected to see a mix of sun and cloud, with the high to be near 27°C/80°F and the low to be near 23°C/73°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be east. The relative humidity is expected to be near 64%. Sunrise will be at 7.09am and sunset […]
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| The Bermuda Cabinet approved the appointment of three international experts to the Sargasso Sea Commission on Tuesday [Sept 22]. A spokesperson said, “On Tuesday, September 22, 2020, the Bermuda Cabinet approved the appointment of three International Experts to the Sargasso Sea Commission. “The Sargasso Sea Commission was established by the Hamilton Declaration on Collaboration for […]
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| Police are appealing for the public’s assistance in locating 16-year-old Noldre Brown. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 16-year-old Noldre Brown “Noldre was last seen in the Southampton area on Tuesday, 22nd September. Noldre is a black male, approximately 5’ 8” tall, slim built with slight facial […]
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| The St. George’s Town Council has initiated the development of a strategic plan for the Town of St. George “in order to better serve the community.” A spokesperson said, “In order to better serve the community, the St George’s Town Council has initiated the development of a strategic plan for the Town of St. George. […]
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| The premiere film screening of “Louis Rafael ‘Kid’ Corbin: Breaking Golf’s Colour Line in America, Canada, and Bermuda” will take place on Monday, September 28 at BUEI. A Government spokesperson said, “On Monday, September 28, the Minister of Community Affairs and Sports, the Hon. Lovitta Foggo, JP, MP, will host the premiere film screening of […]
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| Skyport is seeking volunteers interested to serve as “mock passengers in trials” designed to test the new passenger terminal building. A spokesperson said, “Skyport is opening the doors at the new passenger terminal building to members of the public interested in serving as mock passengers in trials designed to test out of the new facility. […]
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| MoonGate Group hosted a reception for the MASA Assist “Life In The Caribbean” Art Contest, with Althea Faith Sevilla of Purvis Primary School chosen as the overall winner of the competition. A spokesperson said, “MoonGate Group Ltd. [MoonGate] hosted a reception for the MASA Assist “Life in the Caribbean” Art Contest on Friday, September 18th […]
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| Minister of Labour Jason Hayward is holding a press conference this morning [Sept 24] updating Bermuda on Financial Assistance Reform & Work from Bermuda. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Related Stories Video: BNV With FDM’s Packwood & Minors Video: PLP Press Conference On Seniors […]
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| LOM Financial Ltd. announced the addition of Melanie Gauntlett as an Investment Advisor. A spokesperson said, “Bermudian Melanie Gauntlett has joined LOM Financial [Bermuda] Ltd. as an Investment Advisor. Ms. Gauntlett joins LOM from Clarien where she worked as a Personal Banker for over two years. “Ms. Gauntlett will join the Investment team at LOM […]
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| The Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX] and parent company Miami International Holdings, Inc. [MIH], today announced that the Hashdex Nasdaq Crypto Index ETF was approved for listing on the BSX. BSX President and CEO Greg Wojciechowski commented, “The team at the BSX welcomes the Hashdex Nasdaq Crypto Index ETF listing. The ETF listing is the first […]
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| [Written by McGinger Design Lab] In the latest of a comic series from McGinger Design Lab, McGinger notes that, “So far 2020 didn’t bring much joy to Bermuda’s shores; Covid-19 took some lives, stunted tourism, spiked unemployment, and hammered both small and large businesses. “Hurricane Paulette, although thankfully not causing extensive damage, made us fear Hurricane Teddy approaching […]
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| In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX], One Communications Ltd., advised that their Annual General Meeting will be adjourned. The filing stated: “One Communications Ltd. will adjourn the 2020 Annual General Meeting of its shareholders [AGM] originally due to take place at 9:00am on 25 September 2020. “The Company has been notified that […]
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| The MarketPlace has released the seventh episode of their “MarketPlace Entrepreneur Spotlight” video series — which highlights local entrepreneurs who sell their locally made or grown products through their stores — with the latest episode spotlighting Doyle Stocks and D&G Sherbert. The video’s description says, “The MarketPlace Entrepreneur Spotlight is a video series highlighting 8 […]
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| [Opinion column written by FDM candidate Cheryl Packwood] I was raised to believe in equality and freedom for all – and I knew from childhood that this included economic equality. My father, Cyril Packwood, came home from his days of research in the Bermuda Archives with the stories of Mary Prince, Philippa, Sally Bassett and […]
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| In the lead up to the 2020 General Election — which is now only one week away — the PLP held another press conference, with Premier David Burt, Minister Curtis Dickinson, and Davida Morris delivering remarks. Premier & Party Leader David Burt’s remarks: Good afternoon, Last night, the Progressive Labour Party launched our platform – […]
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| In the lead up to the 2020 General Election — which is now only one week away — the PLP held another press conference, with OBA Leader Craig Cannonier and OBA candidate Patricia Gordon Pamplin delivering remarks. OBA Leader Craig Cannonier’s remarks on PLP platform: What Bermuda needs more than anything right now is a […]
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| The Bermuda Health Council is inviting the public to join a live discussion on cannabis on Facebook on Tuesday, September 29. A Government spokesperson said, “The Health Council is inviting the public for a Facebook live discussion. “The discussion is facilitated by the Bermuda Health Council on Tuesday, September 29th at 1.00pm with Arrington Herry, […]
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| The PartnerRe Women’s 5K Run & Walk will be held virtually from Friday, October 2 to Sunday, October 4. The event poster says, “This year, we’ve decided to host the PartnerRe 5K virtually. We’ll still have the same great goody bags and raffle prizes, plus this year you’ll have the added benefit of choosing your […]
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| Teachers Rugby Football Club has awarded a total of $7,500 towards supporting the education of three young club members, with Tyler Kendall, Corrie Cross, and Cerise Woodley the recipients of the scholarship. A spokesperson said, “Teachers Rugby Football Club has awarded a total of $7,500 towards supporting the education of three young club members. Congratulations […]
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| The Somerset Trojans defeated the North Village Rams with a score of 1 – 0, while the Devonshire Cougars and Dandy Town Hornets played to a 1-1 draw. Group B: Somerset Trojans 1 North Village Rams 0 The Somerset Trojans came away with a 1 – 0 win over the North Village Rams at the […]
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| Jillian Terceira was back in action competing in the Azelhof CSI3*2*1*YH Lier International Jumping Event in Belgium. On day two of the competition, Terceira competed in only one class. Competing in the 1.30m CSI1* Table A in 2 Phases with Both Phases Against the Clock Class, Terceira and Mia Volo Vd Molendreef finished 9th. The […]
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| The 2020/21 Second Spring Senior Bowling League season got underway at the Warwick Bowl. The Pinsplitters went down 4 – 0 to the New Comers, while the Drifters defeated the Islanders 4 – 0, the Last Pin went down to the Blue Angels 4 – 0, and Just Kickin defeated The Star Lites 4 – […]
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| Bermuda-based company, Emergence Limited, was awarded Prophix’s “North American Partner of the Year” during last week’s annual client and partner summit. A spokesperson said, “Whilst the “Future Forward” themed conference had to be held virtually this year, the global Corporate Performance Management [CPM] software company did not disappoint. The day was filled with informative sessions […]
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| September 23 saw 5,800 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $105,400.00 BD. 3,000 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing down 6.1% at $23.00 per share, while another 2,800 shares were traded by Somers Limited, closing down 3.7% at $13.00 per share. The BSX finished at 1,731.44, down 3.93% […]
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| There were 858 test results received today and none were positive for COVID-19, so the total of confirmed positive cases to date remains at 181, with 5 cases remaining active. A Government spokesperson said, “Today there were 858 test results received by the Ministry of Health, and none were positive for COVID-19. “Bermuda has had […]
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| In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX], Polaris Holding Company Limited announced the deferral of their dividend payment. The filing stated, “Please note that, today, the Directors of Polaris Holding Company Ltd., unanimously resolved to defer payment of a proposed dividend to the shareholders of record as at 25 September 2020, payable on […]
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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 of Labour announced a partnership with the Bermuda Landscapers Association and the launch of a joint employment registration drive for landscaping professionals beginning Thursday [Sept 24]. A Government spokesperson said, “Those that are encouraged to register include persons who: have previous landscaping/gardening experience in a professional/commercial environment; have skills with various gardening techniques, […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Sept 23] include large group exemptions and notice of intention to construct a controlled plant. Large Group Exemption Select Sites Group Event Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN0851/2020 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication Date: 23 September 2020 Public Health […]
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| The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] held a press conference this afternoon [Sept 23] to provide an update regarding the recent sexual assault. Detective Superintendent Nicholas Pedro said, “The Bermuda Police Service would like to thank those members of the public and businesses who have come forward to assist us in the investigation of a serious […]
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| BELCO today [Sept 23] advised that work continues to repair damaged infrastructure following Hurricanes Paulette and Teddy. A spokesperson said, “BELCO today advised that work continues to repair damaged infrastructure following Hurricanes Paulette and Teddy. “During the rest of this week and into next week, customers may experience an interruption of power supply as BELCO […]
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| The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] announced that the spectator’s entrance for the Dudley Eve matches scheduled for today [Sept 23], will be the gate below the BAA clubhouse. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Football Association would like to announce that the spectator’s entrance for the Dudley Eve matches scheduled for Wednesday, September 23rd, will be […]
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| The Bermuda Cricket Board [BCB] has named Cleveland County Cricket Club and Somerset Cricket Club as the winners of the 2020 BCB U11 Hiscox and U14 KPMG Youth Leagues. A spokesperson said, “The BCB is pleased to announce the winners of the 2020 BCB U11 Hiscox and U14 KPMG Youth Leagues: Cleveland County Cricket Club […]
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| Fairmont Southampton announced today that the property will temporarily close to undergo a complete renovation, with hundreds of staff members to be made redundant. A spokesperson said, “Fairmont Southampton, Bermuda announced today that effective October 23, 2020, the property will close to undergo a complete upgrade and renovation to elevate and reposition the resort property. […]
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| The Progressive Labour Party [PLP] officially released their election platform entitled “Rebuilding Bermuda with Bermudians at Heart” at an event last night and have now released a PDF copy of the platform. It states, “The Progressive Labour Party’s priority is now economic growth. Our goal is to focus on the investment and policies needed to spur […]
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| The One Bermuda Alliance [OBA] held a press conference yesterday [Sept 22], with candidates Ben Smith, Jarion Richardson, and Robin Tucker speaking about “our uniformed services and the OBA’s plans to continue to improve their circumstances.” Ben Smith said, “Everyone and every group in Bermuda are worthy and together make our country the great place […]
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| The Department of Workforce Development and Labour Relations Section has relocated to the fourth floor of the Dame Lois Brown Evans building. A government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Labour advises the public that both the Department of Workforce Development and the Labour Relations Section team have relocated to the fourth floor, Dame Lois Brown […]
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| Law firm Appleby has been shortlisted in The Lawyer Awards 2020, ‘Offshore Firm Of The Year’ award category. A spokesperson said, “Leading offshore firm Appleby has been shortlisted in The Lawyer Awards 2020, ‘Offshore Firm of the Year’ award category. The Lawyer awards recognise and celebrate excellence across the legal industry. The criteria for the […]
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| The Seventh Annual Duke of Edinburgh’s Golf Challenge takes place at Port Royal Golf Course on Friday [Sept 25] at 12.30pm. A spokesperson said, “The Seventh Annual Duke of Edinburgh’s Golf Challenge takes place at Port Royal Golf Course on Friday, 25th September 12.30pm, Shot Gun Start. This is an exciting year for the Award’s […]
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| Assured Guaranty Ltd. has rebranded BlueMountain Capital Management as Assured Investment Management. The company said, “Assured Guaranty Ltd. [together with its subsidiaries, Assured Guaranty], the leading financial guaranty insurance company, announced today that it has rebranded its asset management subsidiary as Assured Investment Management LLC [Assured Investment Management]. Assured Guaranty acquired the subsidiary, previously named BlueMountain […]
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| The PLP said they welcomed the release of the Social Justice Bermuda Platform, praising it as a “great way to put important issues out for discussion.” A spokesperson said, “The PLP is also pleased that its own platform, to be announced tonight, includes some of the key principles contained in the Social Justice Bermuda platform. […]
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| Dennico Hollis helped his Stenhousemuir Sunday XI teammates defeat Uddingston by 6 wickets. Uddingston batted first and scored 179/6 in their allotted 40 overs, Fergus Clark was their top scorer with 86, while Husnain Atif was the pick of the Stenhousemuir Sunday XI bowlers returning figures of 8-0-36-3. In reply Stenhousemuir Sunday XI scored 180/4, […]
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| Jyire Mitchell concluded competing in the Rockstar Triple Crown SX Motocross event in Norfolk County, Ontario, Canada, and we look at Mitchell in the Supercross Standings. For the 2020 season so far, Mitchell is currently in 4th place with 74 points, Marshal Weltin is in first with 93 points, while Marco Cannella and Tanner Ward […]
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| September 22 saw 25,400 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $113,000.00 BD. 1,200 shares were traded by Somers Limited, closing down 3.6% at $13.50 per share, while another 24,200 shares were traded by One Communications Ltd, closing down 2.4% at $4.00 per share. The BSX finished at 1,802.23, down 0.26% on the […]
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| The Progressive Labour Party [PLP] will be hosting a ‘Virtual Platform Launch’ this evening [Sept 22] at 7.30pm at the St. George’s Cricket Club in St. George’s. This platform launch event comes on advance of the 2020 General Election which will be held next week Thursday. For comprehensive coverage of the 2020 Bermuda General Election […]
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| A group called ‘Community Voices for Democracy’ said they have invited the island’s political leaders to take part in a debate at 8.00pm on Monday, September 28th. The group — which consists of Qian Dickinson, Rick Richardson, Dana Selassie, Charles Jeffers, Ywion Darrell and Ajai Peets — said it would take place at the Bermuda […]
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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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| Soldiers from the RBR mobilised for the second time in a week after a double whammy from Hurricanes Paulette and Teddy. More than 75 troops were embodied for Teddy – but senior officers said the storm had caused little damage. Captain Kenji Bean, the officer in charge of the hurricane response teams, said five Immediate […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Sept 22] include appointments, striking off, cancellation of registration, and large group exemption. Appointments Board Of Immigration Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Appointments Notice ID: GN0848/2020 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication Date: 22 September 2020 The Minister of National Security is pleased to […]
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