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Nominations Invited For National Trust Awards

March 20, 2023

The Bermuda National Trust is inviting the public to submit nominations for its annual awards, which recognise individuals, organisations, groups or schools that have worked to protect and promote appreciation for Bermuda’s natural and cultural heritage, or whose work has enhanced Bermuda heritage awareness or understanding. A spokesperson said, “Heritage Education Awards are given to […]

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Photos: DMBHA Hosts ‘13 Men On Campus’

March 20, 2023

Last week, the Dame Marjorie Bean Hope Academy [DMBHA] hosted community members at a special event entitled 13 Men on Campus. A Government spokesperson said, “The school administration invited Pastor Eversley Lewis; PC Corville Hylton; Omari Dill; Dale Jackson; Jevon Roberts; Kenji Bean; Jaimie Schmere; Quennel Robinson; Harold Minors; Dr. Leonard Astwood; Jaimie Schmere; Michael […]

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Photos: Community Peace Walk Event Held

March 20, 2023

The Community Peace Walk was held this weekend, with dozens of people taking part. A spokesperson said, “A diverse group of 60-odd people – pre-schoolers to 90-somethings – gathered on Saturday afternoon at the campus of the Bermuda College in preparation of the Community Peace Walk. An upbeat buzz was very much evident as people […]

Bank stock settles lower

March 20, 2023

The RG/BSX Index closed on Monday unchanged at 2,187.54 after a day of no trading on the Bermuda Stock Exchange.
On the New York Stock Exchange, the Bank of N T Butterfield & Son Ltd closed down 1…

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Man stabbed in Cambridge Road brawl

March 20, 2023

Police found a man with a stab wound to the back after attending a reported brawl on Cambridge Road in Somerset at 3.40pm today.
A spokesman said “several males” were fighting when officers arrived.
T…

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Ministry: 35 Bus Runs Cancelled On Monday

March 20, 2023

[Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [March 20] with the list indicating that there are twelve bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.05pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 12 runs cancelled this morning, 23 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]

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Smith Finishes 5th In Premium Cup Triathlon

March 20, 2023

Tyler Smith finished in fifth while competing in the 2023 Africa Triathlon Premium Cup Nelson Mandela Bay Triathlon Elite Men’s race. Smith clocked a time of 1:42:27; he finished at 15:21 during the 1500m swim, then completed the 40k bike course in 53:19, before marking a time of 32:29 on the 10K run course. Jamie […]

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BNT asks public for help for awards nominations

March 20, 2023

The Bermuda National Trust has called on the public to help them highlight the people and groups that have worked to protect and promote the island’s natural and cultural heritage.
The BNT has launche…

Professional footballer Deniche Hill inspires students at former school

March 20, 2023

Alumni Deniche Hill left a huge impression on students, teachers and family members during a guest appearance at Paget Primary School on Monday.
The 19-year-old took the opportunity to share his exper…

Abir has new line up for leadership committee

March 20, 2023

The Association of Bermuda Insurers and Reinsurers has made changes in the leadership of its most influential committee and has expanded its working groups’ focus areas, drawing on the professional ta…

Digicel continues to support the Bermuda carnival

March 20, 2023

Digicel will continue as title sponsor of NOVA Mas International for the sixth consecutive year of Bermuda’s carnival celebrations.
The telecommunications company said the partnership has elevated the…

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Narraway Continues Competing In Spain

March 20, 2023

Nicholas Narraway and his Telco.m – On Clima – Osés, teammates continued competing in the Men’s Vuelta A Extremadura. In stage three was a 127.7 KM Road Race, Narraway crossed the line in a time of 3:05.42, which put him in 125th place, he was 5:05 behind stage winner Luis Carlos Chia. Related Stories Narraway […]

VT Construction dominate team time-trial

March 20, 2023

It proved a dominant start to the new road racing season for VT Construction in the Bermuda Bicycle Association’s traditional Team Time-Trial.
The race saw teams of three or four riders compete on a n…

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Rescued seal pup named Northlands by woman who found him on Clearwater Beach

March 20, 2023

A lost seal pup recovering at the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum and Zoo has officially been named.
‘Northlands’, was discovered on Clearwater Beach last month, when he was about five weeks old, and was ta…

Bermuda Pacers shine at New York meet

March 20, 2023

Bermuda Pacers Track Club put the island firmly on the map at the 2023 Armory Youth Championships in New York at the weekend.
The local club was represented by a 13-strong team that came away from the…

Flawless Michael Rodrigues on form in Jumping World Challenge

March 20, 2023

Michael Rodrigues produced a penalty-free performance to seal divisional victory in the second leg of Bermuda’2023 FEI Jumping World Challenge.
Competing in the Category C division (1 to 1.1-metres) a…

Anthony Alfonso brings valuation advisory services to Apex clients

March 20, 2023

Apex Group Ltd, the Bermudian-based global financial services provider, has appointed Anthony Alfonso as global head of valuation.
In this newly created role, Mr Alfonso will be responsible for produc…

Toby Mason confirmed as BMA COO

March 20, 2023

The Bermuda Monetary Authority has confirmed the appointment of Toby Mason as the next chief operating officer (COO), reporting to deputy chief executive officer, Shanna Lespere.
Through this role, th…

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Seal Named “Northlands”, Set To Leave Island

March 20, 2023

The seal who was found on Clearwater Beach last month has officially been named Northlands — with Ruby Dill naming the seal after her granddaughter’s school — and Northlands will soon be traveling to the USA with the aim he continue his rehabilitation before being released back into the wild. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry […]

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Toby Mason Appointed As BMA’s New COO

March 20, 2023

The Bermuda Monetary Authority [BMA] has appointed Toby Mason as the Authority’s next Chief Operating Officer [COO], reporting to Deputy Chief Executive Officer Shanna Lespere. A spokesperson said, “Through this role, Mr Mason will oversee the Authority’s infrastructure, supporting organisational growth and improving results and efficiency across the BMA. Additionally, in his responsibility for operational […]

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Bermuda not expected to be impacted by massive sargassum ‘blob’

March 20, 2023

Enormous masses of seaweed are expected to bury Caribbean beaches this summer after an unusually large sargassum bloom – but Bermuda is not expected to be impacted.
A spokesman for the Ministry of Hom…

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Photos & Results: Ocean View Championship

March 20, 2023

The Ocean View Club Championship saw Jonathan James named the 2023 champion, Larry Brangman the Senior Men’s champion, and Ann Symonds the Ladies champion. Men’s Open & Senior Men’s Championship – Match Play A spokesperson said, “Congratulations to Jonathan James on becoming the 2023 Ocean View Club champion; Larry Brangman on becoming the Senior Men’s […]

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PHC Zebras, Cougars, X-Roads & NVCC Win

March 20, 2023

Footballers in Premier Division were in action this weekend, with the PHC Zebras claiming the Premier division title, while the Devonshire Cougars, X-Roads, and North Village Rams all won their games. PHC Zebras 9 – Boulevard Blazers 0 The PHC Zebras defeated the Boulevard blazers 9 – 0 at the PHC Stadium to claim their […]

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ABIR Announces Leadership Appointments

March 20, 2023

The Association of Bermuda Insurers and Reinsurers [ABIR] announced “changes in the leadership of its most influential committee and an expansion of its working groups’ focus areas, drawing on the professional talent of member companies.” A spokesperson said, “Jim Paugh, of Arch Re, has been appointed Co-Chair of the ABIR Policy Committee, alongside continuing Co-Chair […]

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BVA Host Spring Smash Volleyball Tournament

March 20, 2023

The Bermuda Volleyball Association hosted their Spring Smash Volleyball 2023 Tournament inside the Warwick Academy Gymnasium. Silver Development Division 1 Under 12 Girls Sharks 2 Under 13 Boys Riders 3 Under 14 Girls Aces 4 Under 11 Girls Hitters 5 Under 10 Girls Hitters Gold Development Division 1 Under 14 Boys Riders 2 Under 14 […]

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Photos: 2023 Bermuda Sports Awards Ceremony

March 20, 2023

The island’s top athletes were honoured at the Bermuda Sports Awards this weekend, with Jah-Nhai Perinchief and Dame Flora Duffy winning the Athletes of the Year, while Sebastian Kempe and Caitlyn Bobb earned the Junior Athletes of the Year accolades. Senior Athletes of the Year Female – Flora Duffy Male – Jah-Nhai Perinchief Junior Athletes of the […]

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Senate: Order Of Business For Today

March 20, 2023

The Senate is scheduled to be in session today [March 20] as the 2023/24 Budget debate is set to continue; and there is one statement listed on the Order Paper, with Minister Darrell to speak on the 41st Annual Sports Awards. The audio stream should start 10am today. The Order of Business follows below [PDF […]

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Column: Jache Adams On Airport, Sale & More

March 20, 2023

[Column written by MP Jache Adams] Dear citizens of Bermuda, The Covid-19 pandemic has undeniably impacted every corner of the globe, leaving governments grappling with economic challenges, businesses struggling to stay afloat, and citizens bearing the brunt of these hardships. In the face of adversity, it is the duty of a responsible government to safeguard […]

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Baby seal set to be flown to US ahead of release

March 20, 2023

A lost seal pup discovered at Clearwater Beach is well on the road to recovery and is expected to be flown to Connecticut to be readied for release.
The spring edition of the EnviroTalk newsletter, pu…

Mixed feelings on show as Dandy Town and Hamilton Parish draw

March 19, 2023

Dandy Town 1 Hamilton Parish 1

Dandy Town’s reign as Premier Division champions may have officially ended with yesterday’s 1-1 draw at home against Hamilton Parish, but it had long been evident t…

North Village warm up for cup final by beating St George’s

March 19, 2023

St George’s 1 North Village 3

North Village closed out the Premier Division season on a positive note with victory over St George’s at Wellington Oval on Sunday.
Village now have a date with PHC …

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Hundreds take part in gruelling three-day event

March 19, 2023

More than 280 participants took part in a gruelling three-day obstacle course over the weekend, raising $30,000 for charity.
Amateur athletes had to grapple across 300ft rope traverses, clamber over b…

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Photos, Video, 360: Challenge Race In Dockyard

March 19, 2023

The Bermuda Triple Challenge was held this weekend, with participants running, jumping, climbing and crawling their way through three unique obstacle courses this weekend, with today’s [March 19] event taking place in Dockyard. A spokesperson previously said, “Individuals, and teams of up to five participants will navigate obstacles ranging from scaling a public bus, traversing the Regiment’s Assault […]

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Photos: Berkeley Institute Fun Run/Walk/Ride

March 19, 2023

The Berkeley Educational Society and the Berkeley Institute, held a Fun Run/Walk/Ride on Saturday in celebration of the school’s 125th anniversary, with the event starting at Wantley House on Princess Street, and finishing at the Berkeley Institute school field. Related Stories Photos: Berkeley Institute Fun Run/Walk Photos & Video: Berkeley Art Show Opening Photos & Video: Berkeley’s […]

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Perinchief & Duffy Named Athletes Of The Year

March 19, 2023

Jah-Nhai Perinchief and Dame Flora Duffy won the Male and Female Athletes of the Year, while Sebastian Kempe and Caitlyn Bobb were named the Junior Male and Female Athletes of the Year. A Government spokesperson said, “Congratulations to Jah-Nhai Perinchief and Dame Flora Duffy, who were crowned the Male and Female Athletes of the Year earlier […]

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Bermuda Bicycle Association Road Race Results

March 19, 2023

The Bermuda Bicycle Association’s road racing season kicked off this morning with the traditional team time trial, with teams of 3 or 4 riders to race the 9 mile course from the former Paget post office along Middle Road, up Lighthouse Road and then back to Bermuda College on South Road. A spokesperson said, “Leading […]

Devonshire Cougars finish runners-up after rounding off with Hood win

March 19, 2023

Devonshire Cougars 4 Robin Hood 1

Devonshire Cougars have finished runners-up in the Premier Divison after beating Robin Hood in their final game of the season.
Going into the last match, Cougars…

PHC hammer Boulevard to become Premier Division champions

March 19, 2023

PHC Zebras 9 Boulevard Blazers 0

Is there a better way to confirm yourself as Premier League champions than by smashing nine goals on your way to a huge victory?
PHC may have headed into the fina…

Tech Summit to dig into digital assets and blockchain

March 19, 2023

The fourth annual International Tech Summit, which combines discussions about the latest breakthroughs in digital assets and blockchain technology on the island and worldwide with an educational and c…

Dale Eve prepares for Bermuda matches with Hanley Town clean sheet

March 19, 2023

Dale Eve warmed up for Bermuda’s upcoming Concacaf Nations League match with a fine performance for Hanley Town.
The Bermuda goalkeeper produced a string of saves on the way to keeping a clean sheet i…

Sarah Cross and Amanda Swan hail opportunities for women at rugby

March 19, 2023

Bermuda’s male rugby team were not the only local outfit to enjoy success at the International Rugby 7s Tournament, with the Island’s women also putting their talent, toughness and guile on display.
A…

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Bermuda Triple Challenge

March 19, 2023

Bermuda Triple Challenge (Photographs by Akil Simmons)

Samir Tavares offered rugby scholarship after impressive sevens stint

March 19, 2023

Bermuda International Rugby 7s Tournament provides opportunity to further one’s lot in life and for one local, Samir Tavares, it came knocking with a tentative scholarship offer from Kutztown Universi…

41st Annual Sports Awards

March 19, 2023

41st Annual Sports Awards (Photographs by Akil Simmons)

From hero to traitor: rugby sevens player Alex Doyling returns to Bermuda

March 19, 2023

Colourful jerseys, rippling muscles, violent collisions, grunts, groans, bumps, bruises, taunts, accolades and points galore were just some of the items on display at the Bermuda International Rugby 7…

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Planners give green light to redevelopment of former cottage colony

March 19, 2023

A shuttered Southampton cottage colony could soon get new life, according to planning documents.
A proposed redevelopment of Munro Beach Cottages was given the green light by the Development Applicati…

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BNA Who’s Who Tournament Results

March 19, 2023

The Bermuda Netball Association’s Who’s Who tournament continued at the Whitney Institute Courts. In the Under 11 Division the North Village Lady Rams and the Phoenix Sparks took to the court. Smai Tyrell was named the North Village Lady Rams Best Attacker, their best defender was Bria Aguiar- Swan, and Morgan Gibbons was named MVP, the […]

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Pacers Win 14 Medals At Armory Championships

March 19, 2023

The Bermuda Pacers Track Club captured a total of 14 medals at the 2023 Armory Youth Championships in New York. Cameron Adkins and Anthony Harkness both won gold medals, Adkins won the 13-14 boy’s mile clocking a time of 5:00.78, while Harkness clocked 10:44.53 winning the 15–16 boy’s 3000m. Riana Robinson won a silver medal […]

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2023 FEI Jumping World Challenge Round Two

March 19, 2023

The second leg of Bermuda’s round of the 2023 FEI Jumping World Challenge was held at the National Equestrian Center this weekend. The FEI Jumping World Challenge comprises of three separate competitions. Each of the three competitions offers Team and Individual Jumping Classifications in the following height categories. Category A: 1.20 – 1.30m Height Category […]

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Morris & Basden Compete In Charlotte Classic

March 19, 2023

Bermuda had two athletes in action at the Charlotte 49er Classic in North Carolina, as Sanaa Rae Morris represented Howard University while Brijette Basden represented Shaw University. Basden finished 35th in the women’s 100m with a personal best time of 12.80, while Morris clocked a time of 59.19 finishing 12th in the women’s 400m. Related […]