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| Bermudian cricketers Delray Rawlins, Cameron Jeffers, Amari Ebbin, Logan Jones, and Jarryd Richardson were recently in action for their respective teams. Delray Rawlins Delray Rawlins has been pulled from the Sussex 2nds and has been named in the Sussex team against Worcestershire in their third game in the LV= Insurance County Championship. Head Coach Ian […]
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| Grammy nominee and award winning storyteller Diane Ferlatte will perform her show ‘Have I Got a Story to Tell’ in Bermuda from April 28 to April 30. A spokesperson said, “The incredible Diane Ferlatte has been a full time storyteller for decades. What started as a way of connecting with her adopted son grew to […]
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| As of April 16, Bermuda has administered a total of 129,931 vaccinations, 74.1% of the population has received two doses and 72.6% of those eligible for a booster have received it while 7.8% of those with a booster have received a second booster dose. In releasing the latest test results, a Government spokesperson said, “Since […]
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| Bermuda cyclists Kaden Hopkins, Caitlin Conyers, Liam Flannery, and Conor White began competing overseas. Kaden Hopkins Kaden Hopkins began competing in the Van Rysel-Arden Challenge 2022 in Belgium. Martin Tjotta [Ringerikskraft] won, the first stage, around Erezée over a distance of 139.5 kilometers. The Norwegian was clocked at 3:18:15 ahead of Thibaut Ponsaerts [Minerva Continental Team] […]
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| [Written by Stephen Wright] Hadleigh Tucker looks set to finally make his debut for the Bermuda rugby team at the RAN Sevens Qualifiers in Nassau, the Bahamas this weekend. Through a mixture of injury issues and the Covid-19 pandemic, the 24-year-old has had to wait to represent the island. Tucker, who grew up in London, […]
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| In recognition of Earth Day 2022 on Friday, April 22nd, more than 600 volunteers with Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] are cleaning up at 22 different locations across the island from Tuesday, April 19th through Wednesday, April 27th. The cleanups are part of a wider call to action for everyone in Bermuda to participate in this […]
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| The third instalment of the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute’s [BUEI] eight-part Island SOS [Sustainable Ocean Strategies] series is slated to take place at BUEI on Sunday [April 24] at 4.00pm. A spokesperson said, “This month’s island nation being highlighted is Jamaica, with a presentation by Dr. Theresa Rodriguez-Moodie, Chief Executive Officer of Jamaica Environment Trust […]
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| The Bermudian Baha’i national community will host its 42nd National Convention in the Baha’i National Centre in the City of Hamilton. A spokesperson said, “Ridvan 2022 will mark a special milestone in the Bermudian Baha’i community and throughout the Baha’i world. “For the past two years the Bermudian community, like the rest of Bermuda’s Faith […]
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Devonshire Cougars made sure Dandy Town will not be joining them as winners of the Triple Crown champions when they edged the Premier Division champions in a…
| A high-tech computer lab, adaptive technology, an innovation lab with robotics and 3D printing, and the renovation and refurbishment of a state-of-the-art lecture theatre are just some of the features in the new Athene Career Development Centre at the Bermuda College, which was made possible through $3.8 million in donations from Athene Life Re, Athora […]
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Today the Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport, Dr. Ernest Peets joined the community in expressing his sadness at the passing of Lt. Col. Brendan Hollis.
| Thanks to donations of $3.8 million from a number of Bermuda based re/insurers, the new Athene Career Development Centre at the Bermuda College has officially opened, with the new centre including a high-tech computer lab, adaptive technology, an innovation lab with robotics and 3D printing, the renovation and refurbishment of a state-of-the-art lecture theatre and […]
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| Transitional Community Services [TCS] — a charity that works with 18-34 year old men — is aiming to raise $65,000, noting that “the increased demand by referrals and the complexity of the needs of these men, demonstrate that there is a clear need for our services.” A spokesperson said, “Transitional Community Services [TCS], is a registered […]
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| [Written by Stephen Wright] Kovin Moodley says he would jump at the opportunity to lead Bermuda women’s hockey team at the Central American and Caribbean Games in San Salvador, El Salvador, next summer. Moodley, who was appointed the team’s coach on a short-term contract in February, was instrumental in helping the women’s team finish top […]
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| Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport Dr. Ernest Peets extended condolences to the family of the late Lieutenant-Colonel Brendan Hollis, saying “we are forever grateful for Lt. Col. Hollis contribution to Bermuda’s legacy.” Minister Peets said, “I extend my condolences to Lt/Col. Brendan Hollis’ family and loved ones. Members of the public will be familiar with his […]
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| The members of the Bermuda Bar Association elected a Bar Council and Officers during their Annual General Meeting today [April 20]. A spokesperson said, “At the Annual General Meeting of the Association held on Wednesday 20 April 2022 provided for by section 5[1] of the Bermuda Bar Act 1974, the membership elected a Bar Council […]
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| The 26-year-old motorcyclist who was injured in a collision on Tuesday [April 19] has since been treated and discharged from hospital. A police spokesperson said, “Thankfully, the motorcyclist hurt in a collision with a van Tuesday morning [19th April 2022] at the junction of Court Street and Dundonald Street in the City of Hamilton – […]
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| The MarketPlace announced a ’round-up’ programme, with shoppers able to round-up their purchase total to the nearest dollar, with the funds raised to be donated to a charity in Ukraine. A spokesperson said, “The MarketPlace today announced a round-up to help with the crisis in Ukraine. To help with the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine, we encourage […]
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| The Department of Health participated in a kite-making competition, and the kites were donated to families with young children to celebrate the Good Friday holiday. A spokesperson said, “This month, the Department of Health participated in a kite-making competition as part of its team-building activities. The staff generated the idea as a way to embrace […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [April 20] include cancellation of registration and notice of intended marriages. Cancellation of Registration :- Bermuda Monetary Authority Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Cancellation of Registration Notice ID: GN0426/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Bermuda Monetary Authority Publication date: 20 April 2022 Order Insurance Act 1978 Cancellation Of […]
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| The Ministry received 7897 test results — spanning 7 days — and 242 were positive, so there are now 293 active cases, of which 9 people are in hospital. A Government spokesperson said, “Since the last update, the Ministry of Health received 7897 test results, and 242 were positive for the coronavirus, giving a test […]
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| The Atlantic World Art Fair [AWAF] – spearheaded by Bermudian Lisa Howie, who also founded Black Pony Gallery, and supported by Butterfield – will see a number of Bermuda artists involved. A spokesperson said, “The Atlantic World Art Fair, spearheaded by Bermudian Lisa Howie, who also founded Black Pony Gallery, and supported by title sponsor […]
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| Thursday, April 21 is expected to see cloud lingers, chance of early and late showers, with the high to be near 22°C/71°F and the low to be near 18°C/65°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NNE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 78%. Sunrise will be at 6.43am […]
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| 135 new PATI requests were made by Bermudians and residents in 2021, which is a 16% increase over the number of PATI requests made in 2020, according to the Information Commissioner’s Office 2021 Annual Report. A spokesperson said, “The Information Commissioner’s 2021 Annual Report is available to the public, after being tabled in both Houses of […]
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| The Bermuda Business Development Agency [BDA] launched its new Climate Hub and Environmental, Social, and Governance [ESG] webpage ”detailing Bermuda’s commitment to blending business-friendly practices with policies for a sustainable future.” “Bermuda has a 400-year history of protecting its natural environment, and through various initiatives, the jurisdiction is implementing innovative solutions to protect the island for […]
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