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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 today [Jan 31] include appointments, PATI information statement, trademark applications, large group exemption and notice of intended marriages. Board Of Trustees Of The Golf Courses Appointments Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Appointments Notice ID: GN0153/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication date: 31 January 2022 The Minister of Public […]
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| The Ministry received 6199 test results – spanning four days — and 241 were positive, so active cases have now decreased to 925, of which 14 people are in hospital, with 2 in ICU, and sadly the Minister has confirmed there has been another coronavirus related death. “Sadly, Bermuda has recorded another coronavirus related death”, […]
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| The Minister has confirmed the sad news that “Bermuda has recorded another coronavirus related death,” marking the 117th coronavirus related death since the start of the pandemic in 2020. Minister of Health Kim Wilson said, “Sadly, Bermuda has recorded another coronavirus related death. I extend my deepest condolences to everyone associated with the deceased.” This […]
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| Tuesday, February 1 is expected to see a fair start, cloudier by evening with showers returning, with the high to be near 19°C/66°F and the low to be near 15°C/59°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be north. The relative humidity is expected to be near 61%. Sunrise will be at […]
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| Off Level BDA has donated $1,270 to the Bermuda Autism Support and Education Society [BASE]. A spokesperson said, “The season for giving continues into the new year. Off Level BDA has donated $1,270 to the Bermuda Autism Support and Education Society. “The donation was a benefit from the Off Level Games recently held at Southampton […]
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| A man with an outstanding warrant who was traveling at 83kph while riding an unlicensed and uninsured motorcycle whilst disqualified and in possession of a knife was arrested, while on a separate note police issued 35 tickets for speeding including “two motorcar drivers who were suspected to be racing and were clocked at 91kph and 93 respectively.” […]
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| ProSports announced the signing of Kamau Leverock at Rode Park & Lawton Club in the North Staffs and South Cheshire [NSSC] League in England. Leverock has been playing for Caythorpe Cc in Nottingham Premier League for last 4 years, and he is a left-handed batsman who also bowls right-arm fast-medium. Related Stories Emmerson Carrington To […]
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| [Opinion column written by OBA Senate Leader Ben Smith] If you repeat a lie enough times some people will start to believe it’s the truth. The PLP did a great job of repeating to everyone that the America’s Cup was bad for Bermuda. They continue to repeat this lie every time they feel the pressure […]
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| Blue Devils FC announced that Cal Blankendal has joined the club as an Advisor, and “will be actively working to strengthen ties between Bermuda, Bermuda FA, local football clubs and Blue Devils FC. ” The Canadian based club’s announcement said, “Blue Devils FC announced today that Cal Blankendal has joined the club as an Advisor. […]
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| The National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] is offering free admission during its Free For February event, with this year’s iteration sponsored by BF&M. A spokesperson said, “The National Museum of Bermuda is opening its doors for free to all Bermuda residents during the month of February. This year, Free for February is generously sponsored by […]
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| Clarien Bank and Age Concern are getting set to work in partnership to “help Bermuda’s senior population adapt to digital banking.” A spokesperson said, “Age Concern volunteers will work alongside the Clarien client service team to help guide and educate its senior clients that feel they need a little extra help banking using digital, automated […]
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| The fifth race of the Bermuda Fattire Massive Mountain Bike season took place at Hog Bay Park this weekend. The 60 minutes Open Male race was won by James Holloway who completed 8 laps in a winning time of 51:52.6, Hans Hirschi was second completing 7 laps in a time of 45:19.5, and Cameron Morris […]
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| Bermuda archers concluded competing in the 19th annual Lancaster Archery Classic in Philadelphia, with Jaydon Roberts and Robin Selley both in action during the final portion. Roberts competed in the Cadet Division in the Youth & Collegiate Tournament and finished 7th out of 22 archers, and Selley competed in the Cub Division in the Youth […]
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| Teams that include Bermudian footballers Nathan Trott, Delia Ebbin, and Kenni Thompson were recently in action in England, Wales and France. Nathan Trott in France Nathan Trott and his AS Nancy teammates went down 2 – 0 to Amiens SC at home. Delia Ebbin in Wales Delia Ebbin and her Barry Town United teammates took […]
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| A few people are gathering at the Cabinet Office grounds on Front Street in Hamilton this morning [Jan 31] for a “love circle,” with Enda Matthie saying they “would like to approach our protest from a different angle” and “do things that bring about healing.” Enda Matthie told Bernews, “This is a love circle. A […]
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| Mirrors’ PeerForward programme will be hosting a series of online information sessions called ‘Finding Funds for College’ starting tomorrow [Feb 1]. A spokesperson said, “Parents and senior school students can learn more about where and how to find the funds to pay for college and tips on managing the application processes in this series of […]
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| Noting that they want “to help Bermudians gain access to higher education,” Bermuda Is Love is offering two $5,000 academic scholarship awards for 2022/2023. A spokesperson said, “We believe that higher education is a human right and should be made accessible to all. We are seeking applicants who are committed to making Bermuda a better place […]
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| Bermuda’s Katelyn Medeiros and Ayleal Dill recently scored for their respective teams as they both picked up wins overseas. Katelyn Medeiros in Florida, USA Katelyn Medeiros and her IMG Under 17 Premier Girls teammates defeated FC Tampa Rangers 1 – 0. The lone goal of the game came when Medeiros found the back of the […]
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| The Pembroke Parish Council [PPC] noted that their 2021 winners, Zyjae Trott-Philip and Daque Davis, as “examples of reliance and perseverance” as it opened its call for applications for its 2022 scholarships and grants. A spokesperson said, “The Pembroke Parish Council is encouraging Pembroke residents to apply for its annual scholarship and grants, despite the […]
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| [Written by Mikaela Ian Pearman] For one of my final stops for Restaurant Weeks, I decided to head to Aurora. I hadn’t been since last year and the menu looked amazing. If you enjoy lots of seafood, this is definitely a menu you’ll want to sample. After ordering drinks, I couldn’t decide on what to […]
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DECISION: We have a unanimous decision. The judges all scored the fight 79/73 in favour of Bermuda’s Nikki Bascome, who improves to 10-1.
ROUND 8: Rushton …
| Caitlyn Bobb, Za’Kayza Parsons and Zekiah Lewis were in action for their college track & field teams during two recent meets in the United States. Caitlyn Bobb, Za’Kayza Parsons and their University of Maryland, Baltimore County [UMBC] women’s track and field teammates competed at the George Mason Patriot Games. Both Bobb and Parsons reached the […]
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The Minister of National Security, The Hon. Renee Ming, JP, MP, attended a small gathering at Customs Headquarters on Wednesday, 26 January, to recognise International Customs Day.
The World Customs Organization (WCO) declared that the theme for 2022 International Customs Day (ICD) is“Scaling up Customs Digital Transformation by Embracing a Data Culture and Building a Data Ecosystem”.
The Minister of Social Development and Seniors, the Hon. Tinee Furbert JP MP would like to invite the public to attend the Domestic Violence Awareness Panel on Monday, January 31, 2022 at 6:00pm.
The event will be streamed live on CITV and the Government of Bermuda Facebook and will address key issues around domestic violence. This event also helps to launch Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month in February.
| Bermuda archers were back in action in the 19th Annual Lancaster Archery Classic in Philadelphia, with Jaydon Roberts, Camerin Pickering and Robin Selley all competing. Selley competed in the first round of the Youth and Collegiate Tournament, her final score after 60 arrows was a personal best of 544 out of 660. Pickering was up […]
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| The Minister of National Security Renee Ming attended a small gathering at Customs Headquarters on Wednesday, 26 January, to recognise International Customs Day. A Government spokesperson said, “The World Customs Organization [WCO] declared that the theme for 2022 International Customs Day [ICD] is “Scaling up Customs Digital Transformation by Embracing a Data Culture and Building a […]
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| The Government media will be hosting a Domestic Violence Awareness Panel on Monday [Jan 31] at 6:00pm, with the Minister saying that they have “panelists who will share their expertise as we bring awareness to the critical issue of domestic violence.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Minister of Social Development and Seniors, the Hon. Tinee Furbert […]
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| Monday, January 31 is expected to see sunshine and clouds mixed, with the high to be near 17°C/63°F and the low to be near 14°C/57°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NNE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 60%. Sunrise will be at 7:14am and sunset will be […]
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| During January 2022, Bernews posted over 150 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 BNV interview with Premier David Burt, Government press conference on Covid-19, BUT press conference, the Gombeys, food truck relocated by crane and more. As […]
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| The Bermuda National Library announced that their hours are changing. Bermuda National Library posted the image below online, and said, “Our hours are changing, please take a moment to review our new hours. Thank you for your attention and understanding.We encourage the public to visit our website www.bnl.bm to take advantage of our many online […]
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| During January 2022, the top 10 ‘most liked’ photos on the Bernews Instagram page included an image of a humpback whale, a drawing by MSA student Kailey Lewis, a photo of North Hamilton after sunrise, Coral Beach in Paget, abandoned and derelict boats around the island, news that Flora Duffy was given the title of […]
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| Today’s [Jan 30] football match between HPWC vs Vasco at the Wellington Oval has been postponed. A Bermuda Football Association spokesperson said, “Please be advised that the match on Sunday, January 30th between HPWC vs Vasco at Wellington Oval has been postponed.” Related Stories Football Match Postponed As ‘Field Unplayable’ Results: 12 Bermudian Footballers Overseas […]
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| FIFA has published its match officials list for 2022, with three Bermuda officials highlighted in the document. Page 27 of the document features Bermuda, with assistant referees Natasha Trott, Stefan Maybury, and Clinton Hayward being listed. Earlier this month, Bermuda Football Association Head of Refereeing Crenstant Williams, along with President Mark Wade, presented three Bermuda […]
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| Ryan Robinson Perinchief was recently invited alongside Dr. Tennyson Joseph and Dr. Carlyle Corbin to discuss the subject of “Decolonization and the United Nations Declarations” as part of ‘Territories Talk,’ which is broadcast online, with one of the hosts being MP Chris Famous. Dr. Tennyson hails from St. Lucia and is a professor and expert […]
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| The long awaited Fight Night Champion event in Dockyard took place last night, with local fighters making an outstanding showing to claim multiple wins over their international opponents. Boxing The first official boxing fight of the night saw Canadian Ismail Mohammed claim a unanimous decision over Dejon Benjamin in their welterweight bout, and in a […]
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| Patrick Nisbett finished T1st competing in the Azelhof International Horse Jumping event in Belgium. Nisbett was competing in the STX 4.5 Young Horse series, and riding May in the 5 year olds class, the Bermudian equestrian had a clear round, making it 4 in a row. Related Stories Video: Philip Correia On Winning FEI Silver […]
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