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Warning of possible hurricane force gusts today

February 6, 2023

Hurricane force gusts could affect the island today, according to the Bermuda Weather Service.
In an update this morning the BWS said: “A strengthening low pressure system will continue to advance fro…

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Belco will need to make robust changes after outage, says RA

February 6, 2023

Belco will likely be told to put in place “robust changes” to how it ensures a reliable energy supply in the wake of Friday’s island-wide power outage, the independent energy regulator said yesterday….

Jeff Richardson confirms return as Somerset coach

February 6, 2023

With world football still reverberating from the record dealings in the filthy rich English Premier League at the end of the January transfer window, Cup Match champions Somerset Cricket Club have com…

Electric micro car joins rental market

February 6, 2023

Bermuda’s electric rental car pioneers will soon add a third model to their fleet.
Current Vehicles is to import the XEV Yoyo, an electric micro car manufactured in Shanghai, China, by Hong Kong-based…

Government challenges employment practices

February 6, 2023

The Government will seek to curb employers improperly classifying staff as “independent contractors”.
The move, the Government said, came as employee benefits are being compromised, leading to dispute…

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Bosom Buddies Raise $83,000 For Pals

February 6, 2023

[Written by Stephen Wright] An online professional male auction as part of the Bosom Buddies Girls’ Night In raised more than $83,000 for Pals Cancer Care. Bosom Buddies are a local group of women who have raised more than $1.5 million for cancer care on the island since forming 17 years ago. The recent Girls’ Night […]

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MP: Taxi driver put passenger with broken leg in cab’s boot

February 6, 2023

A taxi driver would not let a visitor who had just broken his leg get in his cab due to the fact he was ‘wet’, and instead would only carry him in the trunk, Wayne Caines told MPs on Friday.
The chair…

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Judge orders removal of containers blocking church

February 6, 2023

A pastor locked in a legal battle over his church lease has won a court victory after a judge ordered that “eyesore” shipping containers placed in front of his church should be moved.
Their removal w…

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BTA wants visitor hub to stay on Front Street for five more years

February 6, 2023

A visitor hub made from shipping containers is expected to be removed at the end of an additional planning permission period – if consent is granted, a letter in support of the application said.
The B…

North Village keep title hopes alive with win over Trojans

February 5, 2023

Somerset Trojans 0 North Village 2

Jaizel Smith-DeShields rediscovered his goalscoring touch just in time to spur North Village to a 2-0 victory over Somerset and help his club’s Premier Division…

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Famous To Miss Rest Of Indoor Season

February 5, 2023

[Written by Stephen Wright] Sakari Famous said she will be fit and raring to go for the outdoor season after sustaining a back injury. The Bermuda high jumper, who attends McNeese University in Lake Charles, Louisiana, has a stress fracture in her lower back and will miss the remainder of the indoor campaign. “I do […]

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Oral Antivirus Treatment For Covid-19

February 5, 2023

“Covid-19 antivirals and therapeutics, Paxlovid and Molnupiravir, are now available in Bermuda. These oral antivirals are available by prescription only from a physician,” the Government announced today. “We are grateful to the UK Government and Government House for facilitating the availability of these antivirals”, said Minister of Health Kim Wilson. “Unfortunately, people are still dying […]

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Seafarers Celebrated At Annual Memorial Service

February 5, 2023

Bermuda’s seafarers were celebrated and remembered at the Annual Sea Sunday Memorial Service at the Chapel of Ease in St David’s last weekend. The service was the first in two years because of the Covid-19 pandemic and was attended by the Department of Marine and Ports staff, the Bermuda Sloop Foundation and members of the […]

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Bermuda Archers Back In Action In Las Vegas

February 5, 2023

The final round of competition for the Bermuda junior archers concluded at the Las Vegas 2023 shoot. Robin Selley finished with a final score after 60 arrows of 563/600. Final position 5th out of 63 archers. Jaydon Roberts finished with a final score after 60 arrows of 572. Final position 6th out of 52 archers. […]

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Bermuda Sailors Compete In US Open Series

February 5, 2023

The 2023 US Open Sailing Series Clearwater got underway with four Bermuda sailors taking to the water in Florida. After the first four races, Campbell Patton finds himself in 10th place with 27 points in the ILCA7 division, after finishing 3rd in the first race and 12th in the second, he would then finish 18th […]

Donovan Thompson grabs last-gasp winner as X-Roads edge past Boulevard

February 5, 2023

X-Roads Warriors 2 Boulevard 1

Donovan Thompson grabbed a stoppage-time winner to secure the points for ten-men X-Roads Warriors at Lords on Sunday.
With the game hanging in the balance, the expe…

Kavin Smith stays on course for maiden MTB title success

February 5, 2023

Kavin Smith took another step towards clinching a maiden One Communications Mountain Bike Race Series title with a dominant display in round five at Admiralty House.
Having seen his lead at the top of…

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Weather Forecast For Monday Feb 6

February 5, 2023

Monday, February 6 is expected to be windy with showers and thunderstorms, with the high to be near 22°C/72°F and the low to be near 17°C/62°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be S. The relative humidity is expected to be near 95%. Sunrise will be at 7:10am and sunset will […]

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Police looking for Melvin Mouchette

February 5, 2023

A missing senior is being sought by police, a spokesman said this evening.
Melvin Mouchette, 73, was last seen on Friday at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital.
He is described as 5ft 9in tall, brown co…

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Hayward says Belco neighbours should get free electricity

February 5, 2023

Belco should write off the bills of neighbours of Belco who have been affected by emissions, a senior Cabinet Minister said.
Jason Hayward, who holds the economy and labour portfolio and is MP for Pe…

Former insurance professional dies of illness

February 5, 2023

James Matusiak, a former resident of Bermuda who worked in the island’s professional services and re/insurance industries, has died after a brief illness.
Mr Matusiak, a resident of Frisco, Texas, was…

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Oral antivirals now available for Covid-19 sufferers

February 5, 2023

Two antiviral medicines used against Covid-19 are now available in Bermuda, according to the Ministry of Health.
The oral drugs Paxlovid and Molnupiravir are available by prescription only.
Kim Wilson…

Phillip Woollins claims comfortable victory in BUT 5k

February 5, 2023

Philip Woollins put in an impressive performance to be crowned the winner of the Bermuda Union of Teachers 5K Run/Walk.
Competing on the course, which started and finished on Pitts Bay Road and looped…

Rating agency concerned about new Fidelis structure

February 5, 2023

AM Best has expressed concern with regard to the business profile of Fidelis Insurance Holdings Limited (Bermuda) and related companies, as a result of risks inherent in establishing a new corporate s…

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Bascome To Hold Boxing Camp From Feb 13-17

February 5, 2023

[Written by Stephen Wright] Nikki Bascome will share his expertise with youngsters at a boxing camp at the Fresh & Hungry Boxing Club in Warwick this month. Bascome, who has 11 wins from 12 professional bouts, will lead the development camp for 8 to 13-year-olds from February 13 to 17. The camp, costing $200 per child, […]

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Transformer fault caused island-wide power outage, says Belco

February 5, 2023

Friday’s island-wide power outage has been traced to a fault within a voltage transformer in the power plant, Belco has announced.
Safety systems at the plant kicked in during the incident at 3.20pm, …

Dale Eve impresses on Hanley Town debut

February 5, 2023

Dale Eve put in some solid work on his debut for non-league side Hanley Town in a 1-1 draw at home to Clitheroe in the Northern Premier League West at Payaro Stadium on Saturday.
The national team goa…

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BELCO Provide Update On Island-Wide Outage

February 5, 2023

BELCO provided an update following a “preliminary investigation” into the island-wide outage that occurred on Friday, February 3rd. A spokesperson said, “At approximately 3:20pm an equipment fault occurred at the BELCO central plant, which caused safety mechanisms, designed to protect critical infrastructure and generating assets from damage, to engage. “BELCO’s immediate response was to ensure the […]

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Nathan Simons Competes In South Dakota Invite

February 5, 2023

Nathan Simons and his Mount Marty men’s track & field teammates competed in the South Dakota State University DII Invite at the Sanford-Jackrabbit Athletic Complex. Simons competed in the men’s 400m finishing 2nd in heat 2 in a time of 49.80, which saw Simons finish 6th overall.

‘It’s great to see these guys come out and give back to the youth’

February 5, 2023

Gleaming bright eyes and wide smiles, mixed with the bounding energy of youth made for many joyful moments during Saturday’s Meet and Greet at the National Sports Complex’sNorth Field, where members o…

St George’s Colts move top of Premier Division by thrashing Robin Hood

February 5, 2023

Robin Hood 0 St George’s 6

St. George’s Colts took advantage of PHC’s midweek loss to move to the top of the standings by thrashing Robin Hood at Goose Gosling Field on Saturday night.
A hat-tri…

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Argo Closes Sale Of Lloyd’s Syndicate 1200

February 5, 2023

Argo Group International Holdings, Ltd. announced the completion of its previously announced sale of Argo Underwriting Agency Limited and its Lloyd’s Syndicate 1200 to Westfield. A spokesperson said, “Argo Group International Holdings, Ltd. [Argo] announced the completion of its previously announced sale of Argo Underwriting Agency Limited and its Lloyd’s Syndicate 1200 to Westfield.” “We are […]

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Essent To Acquire Title Insurance Operations

February 5, 2023

Essent Group Ltd. announced that it has entered into an agreement through its subsidiary Essent US Holdings, Inc. to acquire Agents National Title Holding Company and Boston National Holdings LLC from Incenter LLC, a subsidiary of Finance of America Companies Inc. for $100 million. A spokesperson said, “Agents National Title, based in Missouri, is a […]

Sale of Argo Group units completed

February 5, 2023

Argo Group International Holdings Ltd has completed its previously announced sale of Argo Underwriting Agency Limited and its Lloyd’s Syndicate 1200 to Westfield.
Under the terms of the sale, announce…

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Video: Sunday Feb 5th ‘Good News’ Spotlight

February 5, 2023

News that Robert Richardson successfully earned membership within RICS as a Chartered Quantity Surveyor, Cody Rego claimed three wins in Florida and is now ranked second in the WIHS Equitation East Division, high jumper Sakari Famous has won six college meets in a row, and Ashley Fubler and Tjana Wharton are the 2022/23 Ministry of […]

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Nippon Life Commits $1 Billion In Resolution Life

February 5, 2023

Resolution Life announced that Nippon Life Insurance Company [Nippon Life] has agreed to invest an additional commitment of $1 billion in Resolution Life — a leading global life and annuity insurance consolidation business — following the recently announced strategic partnership between Resolution Life and Blackstone. A spokesperson said, “Resolution Life announced that Nippon Life Insurance […]

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Volleyball Wine Night Fundraiser On Feb 17

February 5, 2023

A Wine Night Fundraiser will be held at Gosling’s Winer Cellar in Hamilton to raise money for the Bermuda Volleyball Junior National Programme. Tickets for the event on February 17, from 6 pm to 9 pm, are $60 and include a welcome drink, three glasses of wine and appetisers. The annual raffle draw will be […]

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Hanley Town Football Club Signs Dale Eve

February 4, 2023

Hanley Town Football Club announced that they have signed Bermudian footballer Dale Eve. Hanley Town Football Club tweeted the image below and said, “We are delighted to announce the signing of Dale Eve from Hereford Football Club. Dale joins on a dual registration from the National League North Side. Dale will go straight into the matchday squad for […]

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BPS Thank Public For Co-operation During Outage

February 4, 2023

The police have thanked the community for working with the Bermuda Police Service during the outage, noting “there were no calls for service in relation to any major incidents requiring police attention during or, as a result of, yesterday’s power outage.” A police spokesperson said, “Around 3:20 pm on Friday, 3rd February, 2022, the Bermuda […]

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Minister Extends Appreciation Following Outage

February 4, 2023

Following Friday’s mass power outage, the Minister of National Security, Michael Weeks said, “By now, all power has been restored to the island and Belco’s teams continue to monitor the situation. I want to take this opportunity to extend thanks to all of the Belco engineers and Belco support teams who worked tirelessly around the […]

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Moore Helps Break Pool Record In Relay

February 4, 2023

Madelyn Moore and her Virginia Tech women’s swimming teammates started off the Virginia Tech Invitational setting multiple top 10 times and breaking five pool records at the Christiansburg Aquatic Center. In the women’s 200 yard freestyle relay, Moore, Carmen Weiler Sastre, Emily Claesson and Caroline Bentz finished at 1:28.97, making this the third fastest time […]

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Weather Forecast For Sunday February 5

February 4, 2023

Sunday, February 5 is expected to see cloudy, slight chance of brief showers, rain developing later, with the high to be near 19°C/66°F and the low to be near 14°C/58°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be east. The relative humidity is expected to be near 65%. Sunrise will be at […]

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Norwegian Getaway skips Bermuda due to bad weather

February 4, 2023

A cruise ship headed to Bermuda was diverted away from the island this week due to weather conditions, according to reports.
The Norwegian Getaway‘s five-night Bermuda sailing left New York on Wednes…

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Snooker: Sandys Wins ICS Cup Semi-Final

February 4, 2023

Sandys Boat Club defeated the Warwick Workmen’s Club Two team 3 – 2 in their ICS cup semi-final battle at the Warwick Workmen’s Club. Sandys Boat Club captain Martin Siese took an early lead when he defeated Warwick’s Ray DeSilva 45-39 Warwick Workmen’s Club Two captain Steven Bremar then leveled the match at 1 – […]

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Minister praises trainee programme graduates

February 4, 2023

Participants in a graduate trainee programme have been praised by Jason Hayward, the Minister of Economy and Labour, for their determination to succeed.
The ten week career readiness initiative saw an…

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Minister Weeks extends appreciation following Belco mass outage

February 4, 2023

Following Friday’s mass power outage, the Minister of National Security, Michael Weeks said, “By now, all power has been restored to the island and Belco’s teams continue to monitor the situation. I want to take this opportunity to extend thanks to all of the Belco engineers and Belco support teams who worked tirelessly around the clock yesterday to restore power to the island following the mass outage.

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Brian Desmond Helps Fordham Win Twice

February 4, 2023

Brian Desmond and his Fordham swimming & diving teammates completed one of its finest regular seasons going for 2-for-2 on wins over Wagner and St. Francis Brooklyn at the Col. Francis B. Messmore Aquatic Center. Fordham men recorded a 165-117 win over Wagner and a 176-107 win over St. Francis Brooklyn to complete an 8-1 […]

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Police report few incidents in wake of power outage

February 4, 2023

Yesterday’s island-wide power outage did not see any “major incidents” but did result in some minor traffic accidents, the Bermuda Police Service has said.
Electricity supply across Bermuda went down …

Bank stock closes 8 cents higher

February 4, 2023

The RG/BSX Index fell 41.24 points (1.84 per cent) to 2,231.95 for the week, as Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd. closed down 50 cents (1.6 per cent) at $30.50 after a total of 6,154 of its shares were tr…

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Bermuda Archers Start Competing In Las Vegas

February 4, 2023

The 2023 Las Vegas Shoot commenced with five members of the Bermuda team shooting. First day of competition results Recurve Youth Female Robin Selley finished 3rd place with a score of 285/300. Recurve Flights Camerin Pickering finished 45th with a score of 276/300. Bernard Wade III finished 71st with a score of 271/300. Alleyne Weekes […]