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| The section of Harbour Road between Highwood Lane and Lover’s Lane in Paget will briefly close to all traffic on Thursday to “facilitate a concrete pour for the new wall construction.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works wishes to advise the public that on Thursday, Aug 19, 2021, between 10:00 am to […]
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| Wednesday, August 18 is expected to see sunny periods with a few showers, easing overnight, with the high to be near 30°C/86°F and the low to be near 25°C/77°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be ESE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 78%. Sunrise will be at 6.44am […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [August 17] include a list of proposed planning applications & acting appointments. List Of Proposed Planning Applications Advertised August 17, 2021 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Notification Of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID: GN0788/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Planning Publication Date: 17 August 2021 Government […]
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| The Ministry received 12,615 test results – spanning 5 days of testing — and 52 were positive, so there are now 113 active cases, with one person in hospital. 21 of the new cases are classified as imported, 22 as local transmission with known contact, and 9 as under investigation. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health received […]
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| Minister of National Security Renee Ming is encouraging the public to “remain vigilant” during the ongoing hurricane season, with Tropical Storm Henri currently near the island and the Bermuda Weather Service issuing a Tropical Storm Watch. A Government spokesperson said, “The Minister of National Security Renee Ming continues to encourage the public to remain vigilant […]
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| There have been two Permanent Secretary reassignments, with Ms. Marva-Jean O’Brien to take on the role of Permanent Secretary to the Ministry of Social Development and Seniors, while Mr. Christopher Farrow has been assigned to the role of Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of National Security. A Government spokesperson said, “Head of the Public Service, […]
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| The deadline for this year’s Highland Spring Junior Tennis & Pickleball Tournament has been extended until Thursday, August 19th at 10am. A spokesperson said, “The tournament runs from Monday, August 23rd to Friday August 27th and tournament officials will do their best to schedule matches [where possible] at appropriate times for all players. “Entry forms […]
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| Minister of Transport Lawrence Scott is holding a press conference this afternoon [Aug 17] to update the public regarding the bus service. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. A Government previously spokesperson said, “The public is advised that the Department of Public Transportation and the […]
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| The Bermuda Veterinary Association, with the support of the Ministry of Home Affairs, will be “offering low-cost vaccination clinics to the public, targeting all unvaccinated dogs and puppies starting Sunday, August 22nd, at the Bull’s Head parking garage.” A Government spokesperson said, “Local veterinarians have recognized a spike in cases of canine parvovirus occurring on […]
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| The PHC Foundation held its 17th Annual Scholarship Awards presentation at the City Hall. This year a total of $24,000.00 was awarded to seven students to assist with their studies at preparatory school, college and university levels. The PHC Foundation has awarded over $450,000 since it was founded in 2004. The recipients of this year’s […]
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| The Bermuda Industrial Union [BIU] is holding a press conference this morning [Aug 17] concerning the bus service. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Related Stories Video: BIU President On Bus Schedule, Airport Video: BIU President On Bus Situation Interruption In Bus Service On Monday […]
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| Bermudian goalkeeper Nathan Trott — who plays for the AS Nancy-Lorraine team in the French Ligue 2 — has been featured in a video posted by on the Ligue 2 YouTube account, highlighting the top stops in the French professional football league. Related Stories Video: Kane Crichlow Earns ‘Goal Of The Day’ Video: Clemons Scores […]
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| Members of the Elliot School Alumni Association recently gathered at the Christ Anglican Church hall to award this year’s Elliot Trust education awards, with Egypt Cann, Elicia Albuoy, and Yolanda Dyer all receiving scholarships. A spokesperson said, “On Monday, May 31, 2021 at approximately 4.30pm, members of the Elliot School Alumni Association gathered at the […]
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| Several Bermuda cyclists recently competed in the Elite Caribbean Cycling Championships and Pan American Road Cycling Championships in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. A spokesperson said, “What an exciting time for our elite cycling team! Caitlin Conyers, Kaden Hopkins, Nic Narraway and Conor White had what might have been one of our most successful appearances at […]
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| Tropical Storm Henri is a “threat to Bermuda” and a Tropical Storm Watch remains in effect, the Bermuda Weather Service said this morning [Aug 17], with its closest point of approach to Bermuda within 72 hours forecast to be 115 nm to the SSE at 8am today, with the BWS noting that “this system may […]
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| AM Best has assigned a Long-Term Issue Credit Rating of “bbb+” [Good] to the recently issued USD 47 million floating rate subordinated notes, due 2041, of Group Ark Insurance Limited [GAIL] [Bermuda]. The outlook assigned to the Credit Rating [rating] is stable. A statement from the ratings agency said, “The Financial Strength Rating of A […]
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| The Bermuda Red Cross has launched a disaster appeal for those affected by the earthquake in Haiti. According to international news reports, “Hospitals in Haiti have become overwhelmed as they treat thousands of people injured in a earthquake that has left 1,419 dead. Some 13,694 houses have been destroyed, Haiti’s civil protection agency said, suggesting […]
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| Arch Capital Group Ltd. announced that Francis Ebong and Eileen Mallesch has been appointed to the Company’s Board of Directors, effective immediately. A spokesperson said, “Mr. Ebong has an extensive background in technology and innovation and is currently Managing Director of Program Management at X, Alphabet’s in-house research and development division, where he is tasked […]
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| The “Beyond The Pandemic” group will be hosting what they said was an “online media conference” at 8pm this evening [Aug 17] . A spokesperson said, “On Tuesday, July 27th, a special Media Conference was arranged to provide the media and members of the general public with an opportunity to engage the cast from Beyond […]
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| August 16 saw 16,051 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $102,661.50 BD. 51 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing even at $36.50 per share, while another 16,000 shares were traded by Argus Group Holdings Ltd, closing up 2.4% at $6.30 per share. The BSX finished at 2,557.26, up […]
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| Jessica Lewis – who will represent Bermuda at the Paralympic Games in Tokyo – is joining Bernews at 8.00pm this evening [Aug 16] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series. Ms Lewis — who is is currently ranked 3rd in the world in the 100m — is the first Bermudian to […]
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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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| Tuesday, August 17 is expected to see sunny periods with a few gusty showers, easing later, with the high to be near 29°C/85°F and the low to be near 24°C/76°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be ENE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 78%. Sunrise will be at […]
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| PwC Bermuda today [Aug 16] announced the recipients of their annual scholarship awards, with Tamia Place earning the Peter Mitchell Scholarship, while Nadir Young earned the PwC ABIC Award Scholarship. A spokesperson said, “PwC Bermuda today announced the recipients of its annual scholarship awards. The 2021 scholarship winners are as follows: “Tamia Place [Georgia State […]
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| HSBC Bermuda will “focus on the island’s young athletes and promote youth engagement as a main sponsor of this fall’s World Triathlon Championship,” the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] announced today. “The newly announced HSBC partnership paves the way for the return of key youth training and development opportunities for aspiring triathletes in partnership with the […]
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| In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, Bermuda Aviation Services Limited reported earnings to March 31, 2021. The filing stated: “Bermuda Aviation Services Limited [the Company] and its subsidiaries [the Group] report a total comprehensive loss of $1.1 million for the year ended March 31, 2021, compared to a comprehensive loss of $1.9 million […]
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| Footy Promotions held their end of season presentation to congratulate the players and league leaders. A spokesperson said, “The Footy Promotions Youth Futsal League season ended yesterday on Sunday, August 16th, 2021. Footy Promotions held their end of season presentation to congratulate the players and league leaders. The end of season presentation was attended by […]
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| AXA XL announced today [Aug 16] that Cotina Trott has rejoined its Bermuda Insurance Excess Casualty Team as a Vice President, Senior Underwriter. A spokesperson said, “In this role, Ms. Trott’s responsibilities include delivering profitable underwriting service to clients; developing and managing underwriting strategies for both renewed and new business within AXA XL’s Excess Casualty […]
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| [Updated] Minister of Transport Lawrence Scott is holding a press conference this afternoon [Aug 16] to provide an “update on the status of the public bus service.” We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update 5.05pm: The Minister said, “The parties met this morning and have […]
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| The Minister of Social Development and Seniors Tinee Furbert recently visited Dr. Cann Park Seniors Residence Complex, the largest seniors residence complex for independent living in Bermuda. Minister Furbert was joined by Mr. John Barritt, Bermuda Housing Trust Chairperson, and MP Ianthia Wade, the Ageing Well Chair. Minister Furbert said, “Dr. Cann Park serves approximately […]
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| The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award in Bermuda announced the results from the first “Alumni Olympics” event series that recently took place. A spokesperson said, “The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award in Bermuda [the Award] is pleased to announce the results from the first “Alumni Olympics” event series that took place on the weekend of Friday 6th […]
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| Bermuda International Long Term Insurers and Reinsurers [BILTIR] announced that Lombard International Life Ltd, part of Lombard International Group, has joined the association. A spokesperson said, “Lombard International Life Ltd becomes the 62nd company to join BILTIR, which represents the island’s insurance, reinsurance and servicing companies who provide life and annuity products. “Lombard International Group […]
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| Jessica Lewis – who will represent Bermuda at the Paralympic Games in Tokyo – is joining Bernews at 8.00pm this evening [Aug 16] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series. Ms Lewis — who is is currently ranked 3rd in the world in the 100m — is the first Bermudian to […]
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| Fidelis Insurance Holdings Limited announced that Victor Riega has been appointed as head of sustainability. A spokesperson said, “Mr. Riega joins Fidelis from Standard Chartered where he was a Senior Sustainability Manager. Previously Mr. Riega worked at Aviva where he led their approach to human rights, their corporate responsibility governance framework and risk management. “Mr. […]
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| Tropical Depression Eight is a “threat to Bermuda”, the Bermuda Weather Service said, with its closest point of approach to Bermuda within 72 hours forecast to be 93 nm to the east at 10am today [Aug 16] with the BWS noting that “this system may move closer to Bermuda after this time period depending upon […]
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| Scott Barnes competed in the fifth round of the Superkarts USA Pro Tour at New Castle Motorsports Park in Indiana. Barnes finished the 16 lap race in 6th place clocking 20:08.128, and in the pre-final Barnes clocked a 10 lap time of 12:39.019 crossing the line 5th. Related Stories Karting Results & Helmet Camera Video […]
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| The Maurice Lacroix World Triathlon Championship Rankings have been updated following this weekend’s race in Montreal, with Bermuda’s Flora Duffy currently ranked #1 in the Elite Women Category. According to the World Triathlon website, “The Maurice Lacroix World Triathlon Championship Rankings are used to determine the best-performing triathletes of the season and, ultimately, the World Champions. […]
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| [Updated: The Ministry confirm there will be an “interruption in bus service” on Monday, 16 August] The Bus Division of the B.I.U “put forward a motion that management must post the winter rosters for pick on Monday, August 16th” and “failing to do so will result in the membership to stand down the service until […]
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| The Bermuda Weather Service and U.S. National Hurricane Center in Miami are “monitoring a small area of low pressure centered approximately 200nm north northeast of Bermuda for signs of possible tropical development.” The BWS posted the photo below on social media, saying: “BWS and NHC are monitoring a small area of low pressure centered approximately […]
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| Monday, August 16 is expected to see thunderstorms, with the high to be near 29°C/84°F and the low to be near 24°C/76°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be N. The relative humidity is expected to be near 74%. Sunrise will be at 6:43am and sunset will be at 8:02pm. High […]
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| The annual Bermuda Sandcastle Competition will be held on Saturday, September 4th at Horseshoe Bay Beach, and the free workshops and tutorials will be held on Saturday, August 28th, Wednesday, September 1st, and Thursday, September 2nd. The event poster says, “Bermuda Sandcastle Competition Horseshoe Bay Beach Sat, Sep 4th, 2021. Due to Covid-19 regulations spaces […]
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| Sergio de Frias concluded competing in the 2021 ILCA4 Youth World’s Championships in Ireland, where he finished in 39th place with 422 net points in the Silver Fleet. On the final day of racing, de Frias finished 58th in the only race of the day. Related Stories Kempe Continues In Youth World Championships International 5O5 […]
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| St David’s won the second round of the Eastern County Cup this weekend. Challengers Cleveland County won the toss against cup holders St David’s Cricket Club and sent them to bat. St David’s Cricket Club Inning ..26 [62] Christopher Douglas b Keith Whorm ..06 [45] Sammy Robinson c Makai Young b Keith Whorm ..00 [08] […]
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| The FEI North American Youth Championships [NAYC] are underway in Traverse City, Michigan, with Robin Stempel representing Bermuda. Ms Stempel — riding Rossano Royal 2 on the first day of the Young Riders Team Competition — finished in 19th place with a score of 61.882%. During the Young Riders Individual Competition, Ms Stempel and Rossano […]
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| The Marine Climate Change Impacts Partnership [MCCIP] released a ‘Report Card,’ which discusses the “key climate change effects on the coastal and marine environment around the Caribbean and Mid-Atlantic UK Overseas Territories.” The report on the Marine Climate Change Impacts Partnership website said, “There are six UK Overseas Territories in the Caribbean and Mid-Atlantic. “They […]
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| The Bus Division of the B.I.U “put forward a motion that management must post the winter rosters for pick on Monday, August 16th” and “failing to do so will result in the membership to stand down the service until such time that they do so,” the BIU confirmed this evening. A BIU spokesperson said, “There […]
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| Dara Alizadeh has concluded competing in the Henley Royal Rowing Regatta in the UK, after taking part in the semi-finals. Competing in The Diamond Challenge Sculls Men’s Singles, Alizadeh — who was representing Cambridge University — took on Alexander Devereux, who claimed the victory to advance to the final. Related Stories Video: Alizadeh Advances In Henley […]
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| Bermuda’s Flora Duffy continues her exceptional form, racing to victory in the World Triathlon Championship Series in Montreal, Canada today, adding yet another gold medal to her already tremendous collection. The Triathlon website said, “It was only a matter of days since her Olympic triumph in Tokyo, but Flora Duffy continued her journey into the […]
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| Sunday, August 15 is expected to see cloudy spells, developing showers by noon, chance thunder, with the high to be near 29°C/84°F and the low to be near 26°C/78°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 73%. Sunrise will be at 6.42am […]
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| Dara Alizadeh – fresh off his Olympic appearance where he placed 18th – is taking part in the Henley Royal Regatta in the UK. Competing in The Diamond Challenge Sculls Men’s Singles, Alizadeh, representing Cambridge University, defeated Italy’s Simone Martini. Related Stories Alizadeh Concludes Competing In Rowing Cup Alizadeh Places 3rd In Olympic Rowing Qualifiers Minister Lovitta […]
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