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| Wednesday, October 7 is expected to see plenty of sunshine, turning hazy at times, with the high to be near 27°C/81°F and the low to be near 24°C/75°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 72%. Sunrise will be at 7.17am and […]
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| “The OBA has a strong, committed team, with a number of new politicians,” OBA Leader Craig Cannonier said adding that they “will continue to be a relevant political force.” The OBA Leader was speaking after the 2020 General Election, which saw the OBA win just 6 of the 36 seats in the House of Assembly. Mr. […]
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| Skyport announced that the Duty Free and Specialty Retail concession for the new terminal has been awarded to the Somers Isles Trading Company, which was founded and developed by local resident Rhona Sutton. A spokesperson said, “An elevated retail experience will be on offer in the new passenger terminal building of the LF Wade International Airport […]
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| Insurance industry trade publication Reactions magazine has named AXA XL as the Bermuda Insurer of the Year. A spokesperson said, “AXA XL has won the coveted title of Bermuda Insurer of the Year for the third time in the past four years. “The recognition came during the insurance industry publication Reactions magazine’s North America Awards […]
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| Ross Webber has been appointed the Managing Director, Bermuda at Apex Group A spokesperson said, “Apex Group Ltd., a global financial services provider, announced today the appointment of Ross Webber as Managing Director, Bermuda to lead the business and continue the development of Apex’s business in Bermuda. “Established in 2003, Apex Bermuda was the first […]
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| Sussex Cricket announced that Bermuda’s Delray Rawlins has signed a contract extension with the club. The Worthing Herald website said, “Sussex Cricket announce that George Garton, Tom Haines and Delray Rawlins have all signed contract extensions with the club. “Rawlins was another Sussex youngster to impress with both bat and ball this summer, scoring 460 […]
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| The Bermuda Arts Centre will be virtually hosting an exhibit titled ‘Bermuda Plein Air 19′ starting at 10.00am on Friday [Oct 9], with the art also to be available for viewing at the gallery itself. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Arts Centre is pleased to announce their next exhibit, Bermuda Plein Air 19. As the […]
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| A member of the public contacted police to report the discovery of a firearm near a private dock in the area of Harbour Road in Warwick, with the firearm subsequently identified as a BB gun, and the police have reminded the public that it is unlawful to possess BB guns. A police spokesperson said, “At […]
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| In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX], LOM Financial Limited announced share repurchases for September 2020. The filing stated: “LOM Financial Limited has announced that the Company purchased a total of 33,800 shares at an average price of $2.80 for cancellation during September 2020, pursuant to Regulation 6.38 of the BSX Listing Regulations. […]
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| Police officers on patrol in Pembroke observed three males wearing face masks and dressed in dark clothing near the RUBIS service station, and while the three suspects all ran away, officers recovered several items they dropped which are believed to have been taken from the service station. A police spokesperson said, “At around 02:15 this […]
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| A male was stabbed early this morning [Oct 6] in Dockyard, the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before 2:00 a.m. today, Tuesday, 6th October, police received reports of a stabbing incident inside the Royal Naval Dockyard, Sandys. “Upon arrival, officers observed a male lying on his back at the entrance to Snorkel […]
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| Cash prizes are being offered to the winners of the Harvey Cooper Award, as the island-wide student art competition makes changes in light of the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. Margot Harvey, who organizes the competition along with Travis Cooper, said, “Instead of money toward classes, tuition, and school supplies, the first, second, and third place finishers, […]
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| The Bermuda High School [BHS] announced the results of its 2020 International Baccalaureate Diploma and I/GCSE cohort. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda High School [BHS] has announced the results of its 2020 International Baccalaureate Diploma and I/GCSE cohort. Due to COVID-19, no students were able to sit their final exams. The final grades in IB and […]
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| Everest Re Group, Ltd. announced the pricing of an offering of $1 billion senior notes. A spokesperson said, “Everest Re Group, Ltd. announced today that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Everest Reinsurance Holdings, Inc. priced a registered public offering of $1.0 billion aggregate principal amount of 3.500% Senior Notes due 2050 of Holdings “Holdings anticipates that the […]
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| The Department of Immigration will introduce automated electronic clearing gates, also known as e-Gates, in the Immigration Arrivals Hall. A Government spokesperson said, “In preparation, the Department will launch a pilot of the e-Gates at the L.F. Wade Terminal starting today Tuesday, October 6th, 2020. “The pilot will initially be extended to persons in the following […]
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| The Bermuda Ball Hockey Association’s fall season recently continued at the PCC Hockey Rink with a doubleheader that produced 15 goals on the night. Liberty Mutual Insurance 3 – Outback 4 Outback edged Liberty Mutual Insurance 4 – 3 with an exciting shootout goal. This game started at a fast pace with five goals in […]
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| [Written by Dale Butler] On Saturday, October 3, The Soul Family Revue held a command performance on the West End Sailboat Club’s beautiful oceanside terrace under a full moon and before a mature audience of eager, well-dressed and Covid-19 abiding fans. From the time we were warmly greeted by host Judy Butterfield, it was obvious […]
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| The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [October 6] with the list indicating that there are twelve bus runs cancelled so far today. Related Stories Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Friday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Thursday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Tuesday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Wednesday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Thursday Ministry: […]
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| AMT Supplies Ltd has announced that they will be bringing back Shell lubricants, greases, and oils to Bermuda following approval by Massy Ma-chinery. A spokesperson said, “The popular line of Shell lubricants, greases and oils, which Bermudian residents and commercial operators have used in their vehicles and equipment for decades are once again available locally. […]
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| The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] is seeking female chefs & restaurateurs to cater breakfast, lunch, and snack boxes for the Women’s Entrepreneurship Day Conference on Monday, November 19th. Please email couterbridge@bedc.bm to express your interest. Related Stories Beau Rivage Restaurant To Permanently Close Little Venice Group Resumes Normal Hours BEDC: Rent Your Commercial Kitchen […]
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| In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX], BF&M Limited advised that pursuant to its share repurchase programme, during the month of September 2020 the company has not repurchased any shares. Related Stories BF&M ‘No Limits’ Sailing Programme Goes Virtual Project Action’s Bus Back On The Road Photos & Video: Breast Cancer Awareness Walk […]
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| In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX], One Communications Ltd., advised that pursuant to BSX Regulation Section IIA 6.14(2)(i), on 01 October 2020, 210,652 shares were repurchased at an average price of $3.90 for immediate cancellation. Related Stories One Communications Share Repurchases One Communications Share Repurchases One Communications Share Repurchases One Communications Share […]
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| Appleby’s offices in Bermuda, the British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Guernsey, Hong Kong, Isle of Man, Jersey, Mauritius and the Seychelles, have all achieved either a Tier 1 or Tier 2 ranking in the 2020 IFLR1000 guide. A spokesperson said, “Nine of Appleby’s offices have achieved Tier 1 and Tier 2 status in the latest […]
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| October 5 saw 185,125 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $615,600.00 BD. 300 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing up 6.3% at $23.50 per share, while another 175,000 shares were traded by Argus Group Holdings Ltd, closing up 2.2% at $2.79 per share. 6,000 shares were traded by […]
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The public is advised that the Department of Immigration will introduce automated electronic clearing gates, also known as e-Gates, in the Immigration Arrivals Hall.
In preparation, the Department will launch a pilot of the e-Gates at the L.F. Wade Terminal starting tomorrow Tuesday, October 6th, 2020.
