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NVCC President Pays Tribute To Nakia Smith

June 10, 2024

[Written by Stephen Wright] Shervin Dill, the North Village Community Club president, has paid tribute to former footballer Nakia Smith, describing him as a “mighty warrior” who always put the team first. Smith, who was part of Village’s Triple Crown-winning team during the 2005-6 season, passed away recently. He was aged 49. The utility player […]

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Photos & Video: Touch-A-Truck Fundraiser Event

June 10, 2024

MAMA, in partnership with SCARS and the Family Centre, hosted their annual Touch-a-Truck fundraiser at Bernard’s Park on Sunday, June 9. Children enjoyed exploring vehicles brought by some of island’s emergency and public services and local companies. Related Stories Touch-A-Truck Fundraiser Set For June 9 Photos, Video, 360: Kayakers Raise Money Photos & Videos: SCARS […]

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Curtis & Tucker Win Ace Installers Regatta

June 10, 2024

Six boats went to the start line for the Comet Class Ace Installers Cup race on the waters of St. George’s Harbour. Maxwell Curtis and his crew Wesley Tucker won the regatta with four points, Alan Frith and Aiden Mahoney finished 2nd with 6 points, and in third place were Dale Brangman and Tokia Russell. […]

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Cameron Jeffers Claims 3 Wickets In Marshfield Win

June 10, 2024

Cameron Jeffers helped lead Marshfield CC to a 143-run victory over Potterne CC. Marshfield CC won the toss and elected to bat, they scored 410/7, Jeremy Bond was the top scorer with 204, Jeffers added 2, Jack Colyer was the pick of the Potterne bowlers with figures of 10-1-39-2. In reply Potterne CC were bowled […]

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Ascot Promotes Ian Thompson & Justin Keith

June 10, 2024

Ascot Group Limited has appointed Ian Thompson as CEO and Director of Ascot Underwriting Limited, and Justin Keith as President and CEO of Ascot Bermuda Limited. A spokesperson said, “Ascot Group Limited, the Bermuda based global specialty insurance company, today announced the appointments of Ian Thompson to Chief Executive Officer and Director of Ascot Underwriting […]

Bermuda heavily beaten by Honduras in World Cup qualifier

June 10, 2024

Bermuda 1 Honduras 6

Bermuda’s 2026 World Cup aspirations suffered a huge dent after they were heavily beaten by Honduras in their second qualifying match at the Flora Duffy Stadium on Sunday ni…

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Govt Addresses Environmental Policy Concerns

June 10, 2024

The Government has responded to public concerns regarding Bermuda’s environmental policies. A Government spokesperson said, “The Government appreciates the concerns raised regarding Bermuda’s environmental policies and would like to address each point with clarity and transparency. “Protecting our environment is indeed a critical priority, and while we acknowledge challenges, we must also highlight the significant […]

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‘Electrical Equipment Failure’ In Acute Care Wing

June 10, 2024

There has been an “internal electrical equipment failure” in the Acute Care Wing of the hospital, all “patient appointments for all KEMH departments are cancelled until further notice” and ”we ask that the public not attend the hospital except in emergencies,” the Bermuda Hospitals Board said this evening. A spokesperson said, “There has been an internal electrical […]