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| Friends of Hospice Bermuda have opened Little Angels, a thrift and consignment store located in Washington Mall in Hamilton. A spokesperson said, “Friends of Hospice Bermuda [registered charity #391] have opened what they described as a much needed resource for the local community. Little Angels, a thrift and consignment store located in the heart of […]
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| Elijah Daley swam in the MAC In-House Racing hosted by the Markham Aquatic Club at the Markham Pan Am Pool – SC. Daley only competed in one event finishing 2nd in the 200m freestyle touching the wall in a personal best time of 1:58.78. Related Stories Thompson, Esposito Compete In Championships National Swimming Championships Results […]
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| The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [March 14] with the list indicating that there are twenty-eight bus runs cancelled so far today. Related Stories Ombudsman On Bus Service Communications Buses To Operate On Sunday Schedule Minister: Minibuses To Provide Transportation Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Friday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Thursday […]
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| [Updating] The Privy Council ruling in the UK regarding Bermuda’s marriage laws is scheduled to be delivered this morning [March 14] which will mark the conclusion of what has been a five year legal matter. The official website states the “Issue” is “Whether Bermudian legislation providing that only marriages between a man and a woman […]
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| Speaking in advance of Monday’s Privy Council ruling, Winston Godwin-DeRoche thanked everyone who “played a part in this journey,” saying “if you were vocal, if you protested, if you marched, if you cheered out loud or cheered on the inside, if you supported in any way shape or form, I thank you, and Bermuda’s LGBTQ+ […]
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Domico Coddington struck twice as Devonshire Cougars cruised into the semi-finals of the FA Challenge Cup with a comfortable win over Somerset Eagles at Whi…
| The SS Sørlandet, one of the world’s oldest operating fully-rigged tall ships, arrived in Bermuda this week, marking one of a few visits the vessel has made to the island. According to their website, “The Sail Training Ship Sørlandet is owned and administrated by a non-profit foundation. The objective of the ship’s sailing activities is […]
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Dandy Town remain in contention for a triple crown triumph ― League, FA Cup and Friendship Trophy ― after seeing off Somerset Trojans in this FA Cup quarter-final …
| The 2022 Bermuda National Athletics Association hosted their 7th track meet of the year at the Flora Duffy National Sports Center South Field. Denver Tucker met the Carifta Games standard for the under 17 boys 100m dash after he clocked a time of 10.95, with the standard set at 11.20. During the mixed 800 meter […]
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| Monday, March 14 is expected to see intervals of clouds and sunshine, with the high to be near 19°C/67°F and the low to be near 16°C/61°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 76%. Sunrise will be at 7:31am and sunset will […]
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| The Department of Youth, Sport and Recreation held the Annual Sports Awards last night [March 12] the Hamilton Princess, with the island’s top athletes, officials and supporters being recognized for their contribution to sports. Dame Flora Duffy — who won the island’s first ever Olympic gold medal — was named the Female Athlete of the […]
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| The first day of the BHPA Fun Show took place at the National Equestrian Center on Vesey Street. Michael Rodrigues riding Rambo won the Open 3’3 Equitation Over Fences Class, with Isabelle Pelletier and Kaid HZ finishing second, while finishing in 3rd was Vicki Steele and All in One. The Open 3’0 Equitation Over Fences […]
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| There has been a road traffic collision in St. Georges this afternoon [March 13]. At 2.40pm, a police spokesperson said, “Please be advised there has been a road traffic collision near the junction of Wellington Slip Road and Mullet Bay Road in St. Georges. “The scene is currently being processed by Traffic Collision Investigators and […]
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| Throughout February, Forbes hosted the first-ever Forbes Under 30 Residency program in Bermuda, in partnership with the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA]. A spokesperson said, “The month-long residency, hosted at the Hamilton Princess Hotel and Beach Club, brought together 54 alumni from Forbes’ global 30 Under 30 lists to network, to collaborate and take part in […]
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| Sanaa Rae Morris competed in the Braden River Invitational in Bradenton, Florida. Competing in the women’s 200m — while representing IMG Academy — she clocked a time of 25.91 finishing 3rd in Heat 7 and 3rd overall. Related Stories Bermuda Athletes Rank Well On NACAC Smith-King Honored By Springfield College Wellman To Receive Arkansas Sports […]
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| The Bermuda and Fire Rescue Service extinguished a fire in Smiths this afternoon [March 13]. A spokesperson said, “On Sunday March 13, 2022 at 12:12pm, BFRS dispatch received a report of a vehicle fire at Tomasik Hill, North Shore, Smiths. “One appliance from Hamilton Station responded with four firefighters. On arrival the fire crew saw […]
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| Teams that include Bermudian footballers and coaches including Nahki Wells, Dale Eve, Keziah Martin, Reggie Lambe, Willie Clemons, Milan Butterfield, Tai Williams, Ayleal Dill, Amar Lewis, Quinaceo Hunt, J’Nai Butterfield-Steede, Roger Lee, Djair Parfitt-Williams, David Bascome and Zeiko Lewis were recently in action – with Willie Clemons scoring for his team. Nahki Wells Nahki Wells […]
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| Trey Mallory and his UNC Wilmington Men’s Tennis teammates registered their first shutout of the season with a dominating 7-0 victory over Samford’s Bulldogs in a neutral site match at The Citadel’s Earle Tennis Center in the U.S. Mallory teamed up with Gabe Hurtado in the number three Doubles spot and defeated J.B Pickard, and […]
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| Bermudian footballer Zeiko Lewis made his debut for the Sacramento Republic — coming on as a substitute in the second half — as they defeated El Paso Locomotive FC by a score of 3 – 1. The club’s report said, “Late-game heroics sent Sacramento home with three points against El Paso Locomotive FC on opening night at […]
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X-Roads Warriors extended their survival hopes for at least another weekend after grinding out a tough victory on the road against St. George’s Colts courtesy of a Tymon D…
| A total of four local sailors are in action in Florida and England. Benn Smith Benn Smith headed into the third day of racing in third place with 8 points in the ILCA Midwinter’s East 2022 in St. Petersburg, Florida. Smith and the other sailors only managed one race on the day, Smith crossed the […]
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| Firefighters extinguished a fire in a building in Pembroke last night. A spokesperson said, “On March 12, 2022 at 9:51pm, Bermuda and Fire Rescue Service Dispatch received a report of a structural fire at Uppington Crescent, Pembroke. “Fire appliances from the Hamilton and Clearwater Stations responded with a total of eight firefighters. On arrival at the […]
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| In the latest round of netball action, Phoenix Sparks defeated the North Village Lady Rams 13 – 2, the Phoenix Sparks got 4 goals from Quinn Burgess, Nahla Robinson added three goals, while MVP Shiloh Simmons, and Kim-Mora Mallory both scored 2 goals each, Karis Dill and Ramaya Duque both added a single strike, the […]
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| The United States Football League held their inaugural supplemental draft, adding 10 players to each of the league’s eight teams, and Devwah Whaley was drafted by the Houston Gamblers in the 5th Round. The teams each have 45 players rostered, and 38 will make the game-day rosters for Week 1, beginning on April 16th when […]
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| The Institute of Directors [IoD] Bermuda and Deloitte Bermuda will celebrate International Women’s Day by hosting Women in the Boardroom, a panel discussion on Thursday, March 17 from 9.00am to 10.30am, with the virtual presentation to be facilitated by Deloitte. “While Bermuda has seen an increase in board gender diversity, the process has been slower than […]
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| News that Dr. Carika Weldon was named the ‘Woman of the Year,’ BF&M donated 300 care packages with $20,000 of supplies to support the Women’s Resource Centre, MoonGate Group delivered ‘We Care’ packages to vulnerable people in the community, and Oliver Betschart won a golf tournament in Texas were all some of the positive news […]
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| The House of Assembly will be in session on Monday [March 14] and the budget debate will continue, and there is one statement listed on the Order Paper, with Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch set to provide an “Update on the Short Term Stimulus Programme.” The Order of Business is below [PDF here]: […]
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| The police extend condolences to the ‘family and loved ones of the young child who tragically lost his life in a collision yesterday, thanked the brave members of the community who selflessly entered the waters to rescue the occupants of the submerged vehicle and appealed for witnesses.’ A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service would […]
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The Minister of National Security, the Hon. Renee Ming, JP, MP, said, “The shooting which took place last night at a local sporting club has left two young people injured.
“ Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families at this time.
“I call upon members of our community who were in the area when this attack was carried out to contact the police.
“As the investigation gets underway, I strongly urge those who may have seen what happened not to turn a blind eye and to tell the authorities what they know.
Today, the Department of Marine and Ports has advised that the Rockaway Ferry Stop (Green Route) will reopen on Monday, 14 March. The regular service to Rockaway will resume with the first departure from Rockaway at 7:20 a.m.
The ferry stop was closed in December 2021, while parts were sourced from overseas. The Ministry of Public Works had advised that barring any shipping delays, the repairs would be completed by the first week of March.
As a reminder, the ferry schedule is posted at www.marineandports.bm
This evening, the Minister of National Security, the Hon. Renee Ming, JP, MP, shared a message of condolence following today’s road traffic accident in Hamilton Parish.
Minister Ming said, “I extend my deepest and heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of the young child who we tragically lost today.
“This is such a sad day for their family and an emotionally challenging day for all of Bermuda.
| Sunday, March 13 is expected to see early rain/showers, easing from afternoon, cloud remains, with the high to be near 21°C/69°F and the low to be near 14°C/57°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 7.32am and […]
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| Elijah Daley competed in the Trials Selection Prep Invite hosted by the North York Aquatic Club at the Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre – Competition Pool. Daley finished 4th in the 50m backstroke final clocking a personal best time of 28.25, he finished 4th in the preliminaries clocking 28.61. During the 100m backstroke preliminaries Daley […]
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| The Bermuda Civil Aviation Authority [BCAA] has “provisionally suspended all Certificates of Airworthiness” of the aircraft operating under the “agreement between Bermuda and the Russian Federation.” A spokesperson said, “International sanctions on the aviation sector have had a significant impact on the ability to sustain safety oversight on Russian operated aircraft on the Bermuda Aircraft […]
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