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| Bermuda Born, a local luxury handbag and accessories brand, has launched its winter bag campaign with “powerful images showing just how dynamic and unstoppable women can be.” A spokesperson said, “Working with Marilyn Allers, owner of Aerial Therapy, Patrice Morgan – Bermuda Born’s founder – highlighted both her stunning winter bag collection as well as […]
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| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Bermuda’s Girl Power Program is launching a book club and the first book on the agenda is Assemble the Tribe: Believe in Your Value. Find Belonging. Be Different, written by Bermudian author and leadership strategist, Leah JM Dean. Thanks to a generous donation from KPMG in Bermuda, BBBS was able to […]
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| The International Women’s Club selected two Bermuda charities associated with women’s health, food/nutrition, and family life as recipients for its annual giving campaign. “The Women’s Resource Centre [WRC] received a grant of $9,000 for women at the, soon to be opened, Transformational Living Centre for Families [TLC] for their Education and Life Skills training program,” a […]
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The Ministry of Health is advising that additional appointments for vaccine boosters have been added for Pier 6.
To book a booster appointment, visit www.gov.bm.
The Ministry notes that there are a limited amount of appointments and will be looking to increase the opportunity for booster doses over the next month.
The Cabinet Office is advising that the application process is currently open for those wishing to serve on Government boards and committees.
The Cabinet Office notes that Expression of Interest (EOI) forms are now available on the Government website and can be completed and submitted electronically.
The EOI forms can be accessed at https://forms.gov.bm/Departments/The-Cabinet-Office/Expression-of-Interest.
| The Department of Education said they “would like to update the public on the process that has been put in place to support the safe return to school of staff and students in January 2022.” A Government spokesperson said, “These same procedures, which were in place when staff returned to school in October and after […]
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| The Cabinet Office advised that the “application process is currently open for those wishing to serve on Government boards and committees.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Cabinet Office notes that Expression of Interest [EOI] forms are now available on the Government website and can be completed and submitted electronically. “The EOI forms can be accessed […]
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| The first day of the Bermuda International Laser Class Association’s 2021 Championships got underway on the Great Sound. Laura Hupman and Millie Lewis came off the water as joint leaders in the ILCA 4 fleet class with 7 points. Hupman won the final two races of the day, while Lewis won the second race, and finished […]
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| “He was gifted young man, and he certainly represented Bermuda with pride and excellence,” Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport Dr. Ernest Peets said as he expressed his condolences to the family of the late Osagi Bascome. Mr Bascome, 23, was murdered this weekend in the east end, and the police have launched a murder investigation […]
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| Two finals and a three-setter took place at the Fairmont Southampton Tennis Courts as the Manders Tennis Management Christmas Bowl continued. Jaden Jones won the Under 12 Division title after he defeated Dexter Snaith 6-1, 6-1, while Emiliano Pena defeated Lorenzo Briceno 6-3 to claim the Green Ball 2 Division Final. In Elite B Division […]
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| Teams that include Bermudian footballers Nahki Wells, Jonte Smith, Dale Eve, Kole Hall, Reggie Lambe, Willie Clemons, Tai Williams, Keziah Martin, Amar Lewis and Ayleal Dill were in action in England. There is little doubt the footballers were playing with a heavy heart yesterday as they came to terms with the loss of Osagi Bascome, […]
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| Caitlyn Bobb and Za’Kayza Parsons represented the University of Maryland, Baltimore County [UMBC] during the season opener at Navy. Bobb won the women’s 500m dash in a time of 1:14.14, the fifth-best time in school history and qualifying for the ECAC/IC4A Championships. Bobb and teammates Collese Daley, senior Ayanna Johnson and sophomore Autumn Winston also […]
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| News that BF&M hosted a successful Toys for Tots drive, Olympic swimmer Roy-Allan Burch will be inducted into the Springfield College Athletic Hall of Fame, Ashjuana Thomas earned the Public Service Excellence Award, and Bacardi distributed more than 250 totes filled with food and grocery vouchers to Bermuda bartenders were all some of the positive news […]
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| Elijah Daley had a good start at the Ontario Junior International Swim Meet, representing Markham Aquatic Club. On the first day, Daley set a personal best during the men’s 100m breaststroke touching the wall in a time of 1:07.80 finishing 23rd overall. Daley finished 30th with a time of 58.04 during the men’s 100m butterfly […]
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Good afternoon Bermuda,
The St. Georges community and the rest of the island are shocked at the news of the senseless death of yet another young man.
This death hits home as I knew the young man well. Today, I grieve with the family who are my constituents, my neighbours, my friends. My heart aches for them, their children, the grandparents and extended family
I condemn this violence in the strongest possible terms and offer my condolences to his family at this difficult time.
| Sunday, December 19 is expected to see sunny periods; chance of a shower or two, mainly overnight, with the high to be near 24°C/75°F and the low to be near 19°C/67°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 80%. Sunrise will be […]
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The Minister for National Security will speak in a press conference this afternoon with the Bermuda Police Service to update the public on the investigation into the death of a 23-year-old male early this morning.
Minister Ming said, “I extend my deepest condolences to the family of this young man, who is this afternoon coming to terms with this tragedy.
| The ÜberVida Christmas Boat Parade is being held this evening [Dec 18] in Hamilton Harbour, with 21 boats currently expected to take part in the festive event, and while the best viewing point will be in person, for those who cannot make it, Bernews will live stream the parade tonight. Map of the Boat Parade […]
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| The police have now officially named the man who was murdered this morning as Osagi Bascome, who was one of the island’s most talented footballers. Speaking at a press conference this afternoon, the police confirmed they have launched a murder investigation and have appealed for anyone with information to please contact them. Mr Bascome being […]
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| The Bermuda Bicycle Association’s annual Presidents Cup road race will be held tomorrow morning and will include most of all of the island’s current cycling stars. A spokesperson said, “Included in the current registration list is defending cup holder Dominique Mayho, Kaden Hopkins, Conor White, Nic Narraway, Zander Miller, Liam Flannery, Tyler Smith, Caitlin Conyers […]
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| ‘Bermuda Is Love’ held a free clothing giveaway today [Dec 18] at Elliot Primary School. A spokesperson previously said, “The purpose of our Free Clothing Giveaway is to provide free clothing to people in need, as well as reduce the impact of fast-fashion and consumerism on our society. Clothing is a basic human need and […]
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| Assistant Police Commissioner Martin Weekes, returned to Bermuda this week having completed the prestigious Strategic Command Course [SCC] facilitated by the UK’s College of Policing. The 2021 SCC commenced in September and was a full time course with a mix of ‘in person’ and ‘virtual’ learning sessions due to Covid-19 restrictions. A/Commissioner of Police Darrin […]
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| The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] has postponed a number of matches this weekend. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] Competitions Committee would like to advise they have made changes in the senior football schedule. The two senior matches scheduled for Saturday, December 18th, [Robin Hood/ Somerset Bridge RC and BAA/Wolves] have been postponed. […]
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| Eight Bermuda young sailors were back in action competing in the 2021 South American Optimist Championships in Mar del Plata, Argentina. Ethan Thompson, Sarah Davis, Trystan Hocking, Shiloh Cruickshank, Oliver Soares, Riley Lowe, Sophia Dias, and Dylan Menzies all took to the water for the three more races on the fourth day of individual racing. […]
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| Bermuda’s Sebastian Kempe made a spectacular showing to win the 2021 Youth Sailing World Championships ILCA6 Male Fleet division in Oman. The event website said, “This went right down to the wire. José Gomes Saraiva Mendes (POR) started the day with a bit of a points gap but the Portuguese sailor was back in 27th […]
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| The Bermuda Farmers’ Market is being held today [Dec 18] at the Botanical Gardens, with a wide variety of goods available for purchase. The Farmers’ Market offers local farmers, fishermen, gardeners and artisans a venue to sell produce, plants and locally-made crafts directly to residents and visitors. It will be held each Saturday going forward […]
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| The latest Creatives Live event — a musical midday concert series aimed at showcasing and supporting Bermuda’s artists – hosted by the Department of Community and Cultural Affairs was recently held on the steps of City Hall, with the event featuring Silver City. Related Stories Creatives Live To Feature Bermuda Carolers Creatives Live To Feature […]
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| The Manders Tennis Management Christmas Bowl continued at the Fairmont Southampton Tennis Courts. In Elite B Division action, Sebastian Pukke defeated Sean Anthony in straight sets 6-4, 6-4, Darren Woods defeated Camillo Legere in straight sets 6-0, 6-3. Elite B Division 6 6 Sebastian Pukke defeated 4 4 Sean Anthony 6 6 Darren Woods defeated […]
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| The Appleby Youth tournament finals scheduled for today [Dec 18] have been postponed. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] Youth Committee has decided to postpone all Appleby Youth tournament finals scheduled for today [Saturday, December 18]. “The Youth Committee will reschedule all Appleby Youth tournament finals into the new year and will release […]
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| The Olde Towne Carolers are set to perform in St. George’s, at the Hamilton Princess, in Dockyard and at Rosewood Bermuda over the next few days. A spokesperson said, “Planning Factory Bermuda announces The Olde Towne Carolers will perform locally through an Experiences Grant awarded by Bermuda Tourism Authority. “An Experiences Application for funding was made […]
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| Open Mat Bermuda [Jiu Jitsu Academy] raked in the medals after representing Bermuda in an International Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Federation [IBJJF] tournament held in Las Vegas. Four competitors took to the mats during the four day, Single-Elimination event, which attracted thousands of international participants. Ryce Lima fought her way through the brackets, winning herself a […]
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| Daniel Phillips recently took to the court again to compete on the Battle of Boca Tour in Florida. Phillips advanced to the final after his semi-final opponent Jack Loutit from Australia withdrew. 16-year-old Phillips faced off against 28-year-old American Michael Redlicki, who is ranked 351 on the ATP Tour in the final. Phillips fell in […]
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| December 17 saw 4,299 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $70,463.00 BD. 299 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing up 2.8% at $37.00 per share, while another 1,700 shares were traded by Argus Group Holdings Ltd, closing even at $6.00 per share. 2,100 shares were traded by BF&M […]
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Good afternoon.
Since the last update, the Ministry of Health received 4,124 test results, and 31 were positive for the coronavirus, giving a test positivity rate of 0.8%. Of the 47 active cases where typing is available, 34% (16) are Delta, 60% (31) are Omicron. We have a total of 62 active cases.
The deadline for persons to send in their submissions to serve on the National Youth Policy’s Working Group (NYP) has been extended to December 19.
The public will recall that the Ministry launched the National Youth Policy, a 2020 Throne Speech pledge, last month. The development of the strategy included extensive consultation with a wide range of community groups and partners, including youth representatives from a number of organizations.
| Eight Bermuda young sailors were back in action competing in the 2021 South American Optimist Championships in Mar del Plata, Argentina. Ethan Thompson, Sarah Davis, Trystan Hocking, Shiloh Cruickshank, Oliver Soares, Riley Lowe, Sophia Dias, and Dylan Menzies all took to the water for the 3 more races on the third day of Individual racing. […]
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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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