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| People are being encouraged to register to volunteer for the upcoming World Triathlon Sprint and Relay Championship in Bermuda [WTSBDA]. A spokesperson said, “Local fans of Flora Duffy are encouraged to show their love for the international superstar by registering to volunteer at her first triathlon on home soil since winning the sport’s Olympic gold […]
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| The Bermuda Tourism Authority is inviting tourism entrepreneurs to register for the Experience Investment Programme webinar, which will be held on Thursday [Sept 2]. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Tourism Authority has announced the renewal of the Experience Investment Programme [EIP] Fall-Spring edition. The programme creates opportunities for tourism entrepreneurs to be considered for funding […]
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| Focus Counselling Services [FCS] is celebrating Recovery Month in September. A spokesperson said, “Focus Counselling Services has spent over 25 years working to support individuals seeking recovery. We provide services during, before, and after treatment. Join us to recognize the importance of recovery through this year’s theme Recovery is For Everyone: Every Person, Every Family, Every […]
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| The Bermuda Police Service is appealing for the public’s assistance in locating Daquan ‘Smokey’ Williams, with the BPS noting that “the public should not approach Daquan, but if he is seen, call 911 immediately.” The police provided the image below Speaking at yesterday’s [Aug 30] press conference, Chief Inspector Peter Stableford of the Serious Crime Unit […]
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| [Written by Dale Butler] This musical event featuring professionals, church members and children broke the book of superlatives: impressive, momentous, awesome and stellar. At its conclusion my sinuses were clear, my leg ceased hurting, my spirit was revived, my energy restored and I felt as though I had conquered the world. Where do I start? […]
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| The Joe Martin Stage Race recently concluded in Fayetteville, Arkansas, with Conor White and Nicolas Narraway competing in the Elite Men’s 1, 2 Division, while Caitlin Conyers competed in the UCI Pro Women 1, 2 Division. The final day of racing was the Fayetteville Criterium, which saw White clock a winning time of 52:39, while […]
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| Tropical Storm Kate is “not a threat to Bermuda at this time”, the Bermuda Weather Service said, with its closest point of approach to Bermuda within 72 hours forecast to be 511 nm to the east at 3am on Friday [Sept 3], with the BWS noting that “this system may move closer to Bermuda after […]
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| The Bermuda Netball Association congratulated 12 participants who completed the Level I and Level II Coaching courses as well as seven participants who passed the AFNA Level C Umpire Award Theory Course. A spokesperson said, “Level I and Level II Bermuda Netball Association Coaching courses commenced earlier this year. The coaching courses were equivalent and […]
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| Bermuda’s Kane Crichlow scored for his Watford Football Club Under-23 team as they defeated Crewe Alexandra 4 – 1. The club’s match report said, “Watford’s Under-23 side scored four and dominated the game against Crewe Alexandra as Kane Crichlow, Shaq Forde and a trialist got on the scoresheet in a game that took place at […]
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| Daniel Augustus was back in action on the Moonlight Golf Tour’s round at the Champions Gate Golf Club in Davenport, Florida. Augustus shot a bogey free 4-under par 68 to finish T2nd, this result comes on the heels of Augustus winning his 4th professional tournament over the past year. Kyler Tate shot a 7-under par […]
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| The Craig Bean Memorial Championships got underway at the Fairmont Southampton Tennis Courts, with a total of 13 matches taking place on the opening day in 4 divisions. Sebastian Pukk playing in an Elite B Division match defeated Numair Khan 6-3, 7-5. Robert Richardson won his B Division match against Raul Maldonaldo Sr in straight […]
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| Bermuda Football Association [BFA] Assistant Referees, Natasha Trott, Amaury Majors, Clinton Hayward, and Stefan Maybury concluded officiating in the 2021 Boys’ and Girls’U-14 Challenge Series in the Dominican Republic. BFA Head of Referees Crenstant Williams said, “These four young people have exemplified your vision. We are moving in the right direction and this is just […]
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| During August 2021, Bernews posted over 100 videos on our website, various social networks and on our dedicated video website Bernews.TV, and the most viewed videos for the month included the Bacchanal Run — which was very popular with 400,000 views across networks – plus a Covid-19 press conference, the Around the Island Powerboat Race, […]
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| Matteo Cervino continues competing in Cagliari, Sardinia at the Italian Youth Championships, with Cervino completing 4 races today in the O’pen Skiff U17 class. A spokesperson said, “Matteo Cervino was back on the water today for the second day of racing in beautiful Cagliari, Sardinia at the Italian Youth Championships. Cervino completed 4 races today […]
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| August 30 saw 200 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $1,270.00 BD. 200 shares were traded by Argus Group Holdings Ltd, closing down 1.6% at $6.35 per share. The BSX finished at 2,594.32, down 0.09% on the day. There were 0 advances, 1 decline, and 61 remained unchanged. The full report for […]
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| Officials from Bermuda Industrial Union [BIU] are joining Bernews this evening [Aug 30] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series. This follows after today’s gathering and march by the BIU, which you can follow via our live updates and videos here.The issue the BIU is protesting is an aspect contained in […]
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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 official Government and Legal notices for today [August 30] include a large group exemption and marriage notices. Large Group Exemption IOD World Championships Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN0848/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication Date: 30 August 2021 Public Health [Covid-19 Emergency Powers] [Phased Re-Opening] Regulations […]
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| Tuesday, August 31 is expected to be partly cloudy, with the high to be near 29°C/85°F and the low to be near 26°C/78°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be ESE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 64%. Sunrise will be at 6.53am and sunset will be at 7.45pm. […]
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| The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is advising that the Criminal Records Office and Vetting Office are temporarily closed to walk-in customers until further notice. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] would like to advise that the Criminal Records Office and Vetting Office are temporarily closed to walk-in customers until further notice. “The […]
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| The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is holding a press conference this afternoon [Aug 30] to provide an update on Friday’s shooting in the east end, which resulted in a 22-year-old being injured. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update: The live broadcast has concluded and […]
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| Information Commissioner Gitanjali Gutierrez issued Decision 07/2021, which was in regards to the Department of Environment and Natural Resources. A spokesperson said, “Information Commissioner Gitanjali Gutierrez issued Decision 07/2021, Department of Environment and Natural Resources. The Information Commissioner concluded that the Department did not respond to the Applicant’s request for an internal review within the […]
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| [Updating] Some members of the Bermuda Industrial Union [BIU] are expected to gather at Union Square starting at 8.00am this morning [Aug 30] and we will provide updates as able. The BIU called for their non-essential members to gather for two days in protest of the latest legislation, which the Government has said they have […]
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| CP Athletic Development Academy [CPAD] is getting set to celebrate its 10th anniversary, with registration is currently open for the Bermuda Academy tryouts, which will be held on Sunday, September 19th. A spokesperson said, “CP Athletic Development Academy is gearing up to celebrate our 10th anniversary and registration is now open for the 2021-22 membership […]
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| “The law will not be amended and we will stand firm in our position,” Deputy Premier Walter Roban said today [Aug 30]. The Deputy Premier was speaking at a press conference, along with Minister of Labour Jason Hayward,. The press conference has just concluded and we will have the full text later on, and in […]
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| [Updating] Some members of the Bermuda Industrial Union [BIU] are expected to gather at Union Square starting at 8.00am this morning [Aug 30] and we will provide updates as able. The BIU called for their non-essential members to gather for two days in protest of the latest legislation, which the Government has said they have […]
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| Minister of National Security Renee Ming condemned this weekend’s shooting in St. David’s which has left a young man in hospital with multiple gunshot wounds,” with Minister Ming appealing for anyone with information to contact the police. Minister Ming said, “I join the community in condemning this weekend’s broad daylight shooting in St. David’s, which […]
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| The Admiralty House Vendors Market will hold its third event on September 4 from 10.00am to 2.00pm, with a number of vendors taking part. A spokesperson said, “Despite Covid and the changing restrictions, the Admiralty House Vendors Market is preparing to hold its third market on Saturday, September 4th from 10:00am to 2:00 pm. All […]
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| Conor White and Nicolas Narraway competed in the Elite Men’s 1, 2 Division, while Caitlin Conyers competed in the UCI Pro Women 1, 2 Division, as the Joe Martin Stage Race continued in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Conyers finished 10th during stage three which was the 26.8 KM Devil’s Den State Park Time Trial, Conyers clocked a […]
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| Kaden Hopkins continued competing in the Tour Des Landes in France. Hopkins — representing Equipo Essax — finished 6th in the second stage; he worked himself into a 20+ rider breakaway which held on to the finish. In the sprint, he finished 6th same time as the winner. Hopkins moved up in the final General […]
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| The Inter Agency Committee for Children and Families [IAC] will be hosting a virtual workshop on the Design and Facilitation of Inclusive Online Meetings on Wednesday, September 15th from 10am to 12pm. A spokesperson said, “The Inter Agency Committee for Children and Families [IAC] is hosting a free virtual workshop on the Design and Facilitation […]
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| Dominique Brown recently competed in the Kaizen Open Martial Arts Championships [AOK], staged as an in-person and virtual competition. Brown captured seven titles in all. She finished first in the Virtual Forms – Traditional 12 – 17 Advance Black Belt Mixed Division, and also won the Virtual Self Defense – Traditional 12 – 17 Advance […]
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| [Updating] Some members of the Bermuda Industrial Union [BIU] are expected to gather at Union Square starting at 8.00am this morning [Aug 30] and we will provide updates as able. The BIU called for their non-essential members to gather for two days in protest of the latest legislation, which the Government has said they have […]
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| The Bermuda Flag Football League [BFFL] Bermuda Bowl is set after the Punishers advanced final to take on Black Shark$. The Punishers edged the Killa Squad 26 – 25, with the Killa Squad unable to convert a two-point conversion with 14 seconds remaining on the clock. After going for it on 4th and goal, the […]
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| The Rotary Club will be hosting a Youth Summit in November “to enhance youth empowerment locally and globally.” A spokesperson said, “In spite of the challenges experienced by Covid-19 and the delta variant, Rotarians and teens in the Rotary Interact Clubs in Bermuda are mobilizing forces to unite young people on the island to do […]
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| Bermuda has qualified for the 2022 CAC Games in El Salvador after finishing 9th during the Central American and Caribbean Bowling Confederation Championships, in Guatemala. The Bermuda team had a total of 18,115 pins, David Maycock led the Bermuda team with 3,869 pins, Lamar Ricardson was second with 3,668 pins, while Dennis Joell finished third […]
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| The Bermuda Power Boat Association season resumed at Ferry Reach this weekend. In the Junior Division, Trystan Hocking, and Jauza James both won two races each, while Dakari White won both JetSki races. David Selley and John Harrison won the A Class in the Power Boats, while the B Class was won by Bobby DeCosta […]
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| Comet sailors took to the waters on the North Shore to compete in the Gladys Raynor Memorial Race. Stephen Dickinson and his crew Wesley Tucker sailed to victory as the sailors began just off the Mid Atlantic Sailboat Club heading west to the Chanel Marker #24, before heading east to Chanel Marker #22 off the […]
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| “The next two days will hurt those who can least afford it,” said Acting Premier Walter Roban on the eve of a planned two day work stoppage by some members of the Bermuda Industrial Union [BIU]. “Families will be under more pressure, working women and men will have added stress and businesses will be faced […]
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| Matteo Cervino is back in Cagliari, Sardinia to compete in the Italian Youth Championships U17 O’pen Skiff class. The event is one of the largest events hosted by the Italian Sailing Federation. There are over 950 competitors ages 9-17 in various sailing classes, including Optimist, O’pen Skiff, and Windsurf Techno 293. With near perfect conditions, […]
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| Monday, August 30 is expected to be cloudy, with the high to be near 29°C/84°F and the low to be near 25°C/77°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be ENE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 64%. Sunrise will be at 6:52am and sunset will be at 7:46pm. High […]
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| Future Leaders Bermuda held its “Community Give-Back: Back to School Fun Day, Extracurricular Fair, and Vendors Market” today [Aug 29] at the Berkeley Institute. A spokesperson previously said, “We recognise the past year has brought increased hardship on many Bermudian families, businesses and community groups. Our organisation has sought ways to support those in need […]
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| An event to celebrate LGBTQI+ pride was held last night [Aug 28] on Front Street in Hamilton featuring a number of local entertainers and advocates including Mark ‘Queen of Bermuda’ Anderson, Da’Khari Love, Chrissy Dior, Linda Bogle Mienzer, Tyler-Ray Wilson and more. Related Stories Video: ‘Queen Of Bermuda’ Greets Motorists Mark Anderson Featured In Pride […]
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| Bermuda riders were back in action in Fayetteville, Arkansas as Stage Two of Joe Martin Stage Race, with Conor White and Nicolas Narraway competing in the Elite Men’s 1, 2 Division, while Caitlin Conyers competed in the UCI Pro Women 1, 2 Division. Narraway clocked a winning time of 2.34:22, while White finished in 6th […]
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| Bermudian reggae artist Collie Buddz has canceled his upcoming shows overseas due to “positive Covid-19 tests.” In an Instagram post, Buddz said, “I regretfully have to cancel tonight’s show in SD along with my upcoming performances at Dry Diggings and Berkeley due to positive Covid-19 tests. “To my amazing fans, the incredible promotors and everyone […]
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| Tropical Depression Ten is “not a threat to Bermuda at this time”, the Bermuda Weather Service said, with its closest point of approach to Bermuda within 72 hours forecast to be 887 nm to the ES at 6am on Wednesday [Sept 1] with the BWS noting “this system may move closer to Bermuda after this […]
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| St. David’s Cricket Club are the 2021 Eastern County Cup Champions after winning by six wickets. Baileys Bay won the toss and elected to bat, they were bowled out for 100, Tre Manders was the top scorer with 36, while St. David’s Cricket Club only used 3 bowlers with Justin Pitcher the pick of the […]
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| The Highland Spring Junior Open Tennis & Pickleball Tournament 2021 at the Pomander Gate Tennis Club moved into the finals, with two of the finals going to a tie-breaker. In the Boys 12 Division Final, Dexter Snaith defeated Tobiah Goodchild 6-3, 3-6, 10-8, while Tristan Pettit defeated Kyan Hands in the Boys 14 Final 6-1, […]
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| Bermuda’s Men’s National Bowling Team continued competing in the Central American and Caribbean Bowling Confederation Championships, which is the Qualification event for the next CAC Games in El Salvador. The second half of Quintuplets Round took place, with David Maycock, Lamar Richardson, Rickai Binns, Damien Matthews, and Dennis Joell, scoring a three-game combined total of […]
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| Passing a law to “ban the release of helium-filled balloons outdoors” is one of the proposals contained in the “regulating single-use plastics in Bermuda” policy paper, which the Government has released for consultation. In providing a “summary of the actions that should be taken in Bermuda now, based on a review of similar jurisdictions and based […]
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