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Training boosts leadership for four charities

August 14, 2023

Four prominent members in the island’s social sector have completed a systems leadership training through the Inter Agency Committee for Children, Families and the Community.
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Government continues to invest in the future of the Public Service

August 14, 2023

The Bermuda Government is committed to developing talent to fill critical roles at all levels in the Public Service.

This has been demonstrated by the Summer Employment Programme which introduces young people to the Service to enable the exploration of the wide array of career options. Additionally, the Government’s Leadership Development Programme is designed to develop talent within the Service and the Public Service Bursary Award Scheme promotes the public service career aspirations of Bermudians in areas often difficult to fill.

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104 ‘Fully Grown Cannabis Plants’ Seized

August 14, 2023

The police “uprooted and seized a total of 104 fully grown cannabis plants” in the St. George’s area this weekend. A police spokesperson said, “On Sunday, 13th August 2023, Bermuda Police Service [BPS] officers from the Police Support Unit of the Tactical Operations Division, conducted an exercise targeting illegal cannabis cultivation at a site in […]

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Teacher explores Bermuda’s centuries-old ties to the US

August 14, 2023

A Bermudian teacher has completed an immersion programme in a chapter of American history that features a strong Bermudian storyline.
The training last month for Shayla Morton, a teacher at Francis Pa…

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Four Social Sector Leaders Complete Training

August 14, 2023

The Inter Agency Committee for Children, Families and the Community [IAC] announced that four prominent social sector leaders have successfully completed Systems Leadership training. A spokesperson said, “They are; Dany Pen de Rodriguez, Executive Director, Raleigh Bermuda, Keren Simmons, Programme Director, Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, Dr. Nicola Paugh, Executive Director, IAC and Kimberley Jackson, Senior […]

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Bermuda’s U14 Girls Football Team Named

August 14, 2023

Bermuda Under-14 Girls’ National Team head coach Don Vickers has named the 20 players who will represent Bermuda in Antigua & Barbuda. A spokesperson said, “The tournament will see the twenty teams divided into two tiers [Tier I & II] with 14 national teams from around the Caribbean competing in Tier II while six teams […]

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Simmons Joins Hamilton Insurance Board

August 14, 2023

Hamilton Insurance Group, Ltd. today announced the appointment of Everard Barclay Simmons to the Company’s Board of Directors, effective August 14, 2023. Hamilton Board Chair David Brown said of the appointment: “Our Board of Directors is delighted to have Barclay join us as a Director. His wealth of experience in leadership roles across several international […]

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Registration Opens For ‘Entrepreneurship 101′

August 14, 2023

Registration is open, and enrolment has begun for ‘Entrepreneurship 101’, an entrepreneurship education course hosted by the Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC]. A spokesperson said, “The Entrepreneurship 101 course provides new and aspiring entrepreneurs with the knowledge, tools, and resources needed to start their businesses successfully. Participants can expect to walk away with an understanding […]

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Video: 2023 Bermuda Billfish Blast Highlights

August 14, 2023

Marlin Magazine has released a video highlighting the 2023 Bermuda Billfish Blast, which is part of the 2023 Bermuda Triple Crown event. The video’s description says, “A total of 37 boats fished the 2023 Bermuda Billfish Blast, which offered a total cash purse of $506,850 plus an additional $360,000 as part of the Bermuda Triple […]

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Female Motorcylist Arrested After Collision

August 14, 2023

A female motorcyclist was arrested on suspicion of driving whilst impaired following a collision last night [Aug 13] in Hamilton parish. A police spokesperson said, “A female motorcyclist sustained minor injuries in collision with a motorcar on North Shore Road, Hamilton Parish just east of the junction with Fractious Street. “The female bike rider was […]

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Photos & Videos: 2023 Around Island Boat Race

August 14, 2023

David Selley & Keith Bridges claimed the 2023 RUBiS Around the Island Power Boat Race title, while Cleveland Maybury won the Jet Ski Title. 2023 RUBiS Around the Island Power Boat Race Results 1st – S8: David Selley & Keith Bridges – 33:44:00 2nd – S22: Andrew Cottingham & Henry Talbot – 33:44:30 3rd – […]

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Bermuda Sailors Compete In The Netherlands

August 14, 2023

The Allianz Sailing World Championships in the Netherlands got underway with Bermuda sailors taking to the water. Sebastian Kempe, Benn Smith and Campbell Patton are competing in the ILCA 7 Men’s World Championships, while Adriana Penruddocke is in the ILCA 6 Women’s World Championships. Patton is leading the Bermuda fleet in 76th with 78 points […]

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Appreciation Dinner For Ocean View Volunteers

August 14, 2023

On Thursday, August 10, the Trustees of the Consolidated Golf Courses held an appreciation dinner reception for the members of the Ocean View Golf Club who recently volunteered their time and painted the Ocean View Clubhouse. A spokesperson said, “Chairman of the Board the Kim Swan, Junior Minister of Youth, Sport & Culture presided over […]

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Unsolved murders now at 33 – but help is never too late

August 14, 2023

Bermuda’s catalogue of 33 unsolved murders spanning the past 20 years marked the advent of a new era of crime defined by gangs, the use of guns and a culture of reprisal.
Each killing is also testamen…

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A mother’s plea for closure – 20 years on!

August 14, 2023

Her son is the first in the list of Bermuda’s 33 unsolved murders across 20 years.
For Marsha Jones, mother of shooting victim Shaundae Jones, the silence hanging over so many unresolved cases is a co…

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Senseless murder leaves a widow picking up the pieces

August 14, 2023

Jordan Outerbridge was 37, a telecommunications engineer who had recently become the devoted father of a baby daughter when a gunman shattered his family’s world.
For Krishunna Outerbridge, left behin…

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Help find their killers

August 14, 2023

• Victim: Shaundae Jones, 20,

• Date and location of murder: April 27, 2003, near Club Malabar in Dockyard.

• Circumstances: Mr Jones was shot at point-blank range in Dockyard as he left t…

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Vice video targets Bermuda tax structure

August 14, 2023

A cheeky video on YouTube, available to the near 17 million subscriber base of the news product Vice, profanely paints Bermuda as “a tax black hole”.
Titled Exposing How Apple and Nike Made Billions i…

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Photos & Video: Unruly Art Show At BSOA

August 14, 2023

Unruly — an art exhibition which was the brainchild of Zina Edwards which serves as a “celebration of the power, beauty, and artistry of Black hair — is being showcased at the Bermuda Society of Arts [BSOA]. Ms Edwards previously said, “Like many other Black people in Bermuda and across the African diaspora, I have […]

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Air Canada slammed again over poor service to Bermuda

August 14, 2023

Canada’s national airline has come under fire yet again after expecting Bermuda-bound passengers flying out of Toronto to divert via London’s Heathrow Airport.
A second Canadian couple contacted The R…

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Everest To Host ‘Investor Day’ At NYSE

August 14, 2023

Everest Group will host an Investor Day at the New York Stock Exchange on Tuesday, November 14th. A spokesperson said, “Everest Group, a global underwriting leader providing best-in-class property, casualty, and specialty reinsurance and insurance solutions, today announced that it will host an Investor Day at the New York Stock Exchange on Tuesday, November 14, […]

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BermudAir receives US approval

August 14, 2023

A Bermuda-owned airline is closer to official take-off after being given the green light by US authorities.
BermudAir — which plans to provide daily flights to New York, along with additional air li…

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ReStore appoints manager as shop enjoys runaway success

August 14, 2023

The appointment of a dedicated manager at a Front Street shop that sells second-hand goods was said to be testament to its success.
Sandra Warner took up the post at ReStore, which was opened by Habit…

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Bermudians heading for top flight in Civil Service

August 14, 2023

Six talented Bermudians are looking forward to working in the Civil Service after being awarded government bursaries to advance their careers.
The bursaries, valued at $20,000 a year and granted for u…

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David Selley and Keith Bridges seal maiden Around the Island title as a team

August 13, 2023

David Selley and Keith Bridges overcame adversity to claim a maiden Rubis Around the Island Powerboat Race title competing together in their 28-foot catamaran.
The pair claimed S class honours and wer…

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Kaden Hopkins claims second Tour of Guadeloupe stage victory

August 13, 2023

Kaden Hopkins captured a second stage victory at the Tour of Guadeloupe as he and his Vendee U team-mates enjoyed highly successful race series.
The Bermudian cyclist won the eighth stage of the ten-s…

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Mayor Francis To Lead Preservation Authority

August 13, 2023

St George’s Mayor Quinell Francis will lead the St. George’s Preservation Authority [SGPA], it was announced today. A spokesperson said, “We are pleased to announce a significant development in the leadership and preservation efforts within the Historic Towne of St. George. On May 11th, Quinell Francis, JP, was reelected to the position of Mayor of St. […]

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Photos: BAC Junior Fishing Tournament

August 13, 2023

The Bermuda Anglers Club Junior Fishing Tournament was held today [Aug 13] with prizes up for grabs in several categories for boys and girls, which include fishing from the shore or from a boat. Tournament Director Kip Froud previously commented, “We are very fortunate to have a great group of sponsors for the Junior Fishing […]

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St George’s bring Bailey Bay’s unbeaten run to an end

August 13, 2023

Sea Breeze Oval: (Bailey’s Bay won toss): St George’s beat Bailey’s Bay by 8 wickets

It took a well-executed game plan by St George’s to bring about the demise of Bailey’s Bay in the Athene T20 …

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Top-flight fixtures end in forfeit

August 13, 2023

The Athene T20 Premier Division match between Somerset and Western Stars at North Field, National Sports Centre was abandoned without a ball being bowled.
With only six Somerset players in attendance…

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Quinell Francis to lead St George’s Preservation Authority

August 13, 2023

Quinell Francis, the Mayor of St George, has been made head of the St George’s Preservation Authority, which is tasked with safeguarding the architectural heritage and protecting the natural beauty of…

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Six Bermudians Receive Govt Bursary Awards

August 13, 2023

Chioma Lawrence, Zyon Minors, Alaysia Swan, Dejhah Burgess-Simons, Joshua Gilbert and Keanna Gooden all received the Bermuda Government’s Bursary Awards 2023. A Government spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Government is committed to developing talent to fill critical roles at all levels in the Public Service. “This has been demonstrated by the Summer Employment Programme which introduces young people to […]

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Govt Issue RFP For Two Fast Ferries

August 13, 2023

The Government has issued a Request for Proposals [RFP] for two 500 passenger fast ferries. The Government said, “The Department of Marine & Ports Services on behalf of the Bermuda Government requires two [2] 500 passenger catamaran fast ferries designed and built to Lloyds Classification standards to be used primarily for our Blue & Orange […]

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Weather Forecast For Monday August 14

August 13, 2023

Monday, August 14 is expected to be sunny, with the high to be near 32°C/89°F and the low to be near 27°C/81°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 81%. Sunrise will be at 6:42am and sunset will be at 8:04pm. High […]

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Net interest income drives Q1 bank profits

August 13, 2023

Bermuda’s banks recorded growth in their combined net income as the sector’s net after-tax income amounted to $154.2 million in the first quarter of 2023.
That was up by $18.2 million from the prior q…

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Jermal Proctor and Luke Horan guide Bermuda to victory over Argentina

August 13, 2023

Jermal Proctor and Luke Horan helped guide Bermuda to a comfortable over Argentina in the ICC under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup Americas Qualifier, in Canada, on Saturday.
Player of the match Proctor, …

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Photos: Berkeley Family Beach Bash Event

August 13, 2023

The Berkeley Educational Society held their Berkeley Family Beach Bash event this weekend at Clearwater Beach in the east end. A spokesperson previously said, “To celebrate 125 years of education, beginning in September 2022, the Berkeley Educational Society held a series of events designed to encourage Berkeleyites far and wide to celebrate their Alma Mater […]

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Governor Offers Condolences To Simmons Family

August 13, 2023

Governor Rena Lalgie extended her condolences following the passing of Michelle Simmons. The Governor said “Like many of you I was saddened to learn about the passing of Michelle Simmons. I offer my sincere condolences to Dr Simmons and her family. “Mrs Simmons was a valued member of the community having served on various Boards […]

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Cricket: Bermuda U19 Team Defeat Argentina

August 13, 2023

Following a rain delay, Bermuda defeated Argentina by 9 wickets in their ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup Americas Qualifier at the Maple Leaf Cricket Club in Canada. Argentina batted first and was bowled out for 53, Lucas Rossi Menizabal was the top scorer with 22, Luke Horan was the pick of the Bermuda bowlers […]

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Augustus Finishes T1st On Moonlight Golf Tour

August 13, 2023

Daniel Augustus was once again back in action on the Moonlight Golf Tour in Florida. Augustus shot a round of 4-Par 67 at the Eagle Dunes Golf Course, Florida to finish T1st. The Bermudian golfer finished level with Pierre Viallaneix from France. Related Stories Augustus Competes In APGA Championship Bermuda Mixed Foursomes Championship Leseur Competes […]

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Bridge bowl over Cuts to clinch Western Counties title triumph

August 13, 2023

White Hill Field (Willow Cuts won toss): Somerset Bridge beat Willow Cuts by 12 runs.

Jubilation filled the air at White Hill Field, as Somerset Bridge claimed the Western Counties Cup with a nai…

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Cricket: Somerset Bridge Defeat Willow Cuts

August 13, 2023

Somerset Bridge guest players Allan Douglas II and Kamau Leverock both took 4 wickets to lead them to the 2023 Western County Cup title in a match at the White Hill Field against Willow Cuts. Willow Cuts won the toss and sent Somerset Bridge to bat, they had them 66/8, before top scorer Samir Tavares […]

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BELCO Restore Power After Outage In West End

August 13, 2023

BELCO confirmed there was a “fault on their transmission network” last night [Aug 12] resulting in approximately 11,400 customers in the western parishes temporarily losing power. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] today advised that there was a fault on their transmission network last night resulting in the temporary loss of power […]

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Bermuda’s surplus on trade $309m in Q1

August 13, 2023

New government figures show the Bermuda current account recording a surplus on trade with non-residents of $309 million in the first quarter of 2023, representing a $45 million decrease year-over-year…

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Video: Sunday August 13th ‘Good News’ Spotlight

August 13, 2023

News that Zyon Minors earned the Polaris Education Award, Amarriah Vaughns and her grandmother Andrea McKey competed at the US Capitol Classic martial arts event in Maryland, Kaliyah Lee-Tucker was awarded the ‘Carey Olsen Investing in People’ scholarship for 2023, and Nahki Wells scored for Bristol City were all some of the positive news stories […]

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Essent Closes $281.5M Reinsurance Transaction

August 13, 2023

Essent Group Ltd. announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Essent Guaranty, Inc., has obtained $281.5 million of fully collateralized excess of loss reinsurance coverage on mortgage insurance policies written in August 2022 through June 2023 from Radnor Re 2023-1 Ltd., a newly formed Bermuda special purpose insurer. A spokesperson said, “Radnor Re 2023-1 Ltd. has funded […]

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BF&M: No Share Repurchases In July 2023

August 13, 2023

In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, BF&M Limited advised that pursuant to its share repurchase programme, the company has not purchased any shares in the calendar month of July 2023. Related Stories BF&M Prepare 300 Packages, Donate $20K BF&M Sponsors Free For February At NMB Endeavour & BF&M No Limits Sailing Programme Bermuda Championship Seeking […]

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Thousands hit by power outage

August 12, 2023

More than 10,000 properties lost power tonight in an outage that mostly affected residents in the western parishes.
The Belco website showed that all of Warwick, Southampton and Sandys lost electricit…

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Govt Taking Concerns Seriously, Doing Reviews

August 12, 2023

The Ministry of Public Works said they are “taking the concerns prompted by the St. Johns Road wall collapse very seriously and has reviewed various walls of similar age and construction,” adding that if people ”notice a wall that seems to be compromised, they can email structures@gov.bm, and a ministry engineer will inspect the wall promptly.” […]

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Video: Short Film Showcases Déja Harvey

August 12, 2023

[Written by Stephen Wright] A husband-and-wife filmmaking team have made a short film capturing the “enchanted paradise” of Bermuda through the eyes and paintings of local artist Déja “Rootsy” Harvey. Olya Dendyaeva and Will Lascelles, a pair of award-winning filmmakers, have spent the past three years travelling the world in their sailboat searching for inspiring […]

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