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Hollis Wins Seminole Lake Consolation Final

October 30, 2022

Asia-Leigh Hollis concluded competing in the Level 6: Seminole Lake Tennis Tournament. Hollis took to the court for the Girls 18 & Under Consolation Division Final, where she matched up against Taylor Stadjuhar. Stadjuhar won the first set 7 – 5, Hollis leveled the match at 1 – 1 after she won the second set […]

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Netball’s young talent showcase ability at Bernard Park

October 30, 2022

Some of Bermuda’s brightest young netball talent displayed their abilities as the Bermuda Netball Asscociation celebrated its 50th anniversary on Saturday.
With the Harold “Doc” Dowling tournament tak…

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Somerset Trojans narrowly beat Hamilton Parish for second win in three days

October 30, 2022

Somerset Trojans 2 Hamilton Parish 1

Somerset Trojans secured their first victory in the Premier Division this season when beating Hamilton Parish for the second time in three days on Saturday ni…

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Football: Paget Lions & Somerset Trojans Win

October 30, 2022

Footballers in both the First Division and Premier Division were in action this weekend, with Paget Lions and Somerset Trojans both earning wins. First Division Ireland Rangers 2 – Paget Lions 4 At the Somerset Cricket Club, the Paget Lions came from a goal down to defeat Ireland Rangers 4 – 2. Leo Burgess gave […]

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Photos, Video, 360: WindReach Trunk Or Treat

October 30, 2022

WindReach hosted a fully-accessible ‘Trunk or Treat Event’ event this weekend, with people dressing up in costumes and decorating their trunks with Halloween decorations, allowing participants to walk or roll from car to car to collect treats. “Thank you so much to everyone who has come out to our first ever Trunk or Treat. WindReach […]

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Hawley Finishes 8th In Triathlon In Uruguay

October 30, 2022

Erica Hawley recorded a top-ten finish competing in the 2022 Americas Triathlon Championships in Montevideo, Uruguay. Taking on others in the Elite Women’s Division, Hawley crossed the line 8th clocking a time of 2:04:39. Hawley completed the 1500m swim in 26:35, finished the 40km bike course in 1:00:51, before clocking a time of 36:18 during […]

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‘Matrix’ Coaching Course Offered To Coaches

October 30, 2022

[Written by Stephen Wright] Local football coaches can “Learn the Matrix Way” as part of a foundation coaching course by the renowned Matrix Soccer Academy at Bermuda College next month. The nine-hour course, organised by the Bermuda Football Coaches Association, is the first step in gaining a certificate in the Matrix coaching ethos. Matrix is […]

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Video: Sunday Oct 30th ‘Good News’ Spotlight

October 30, 2022

News that Nia Christopher and Leilanni Nesbeth continue to rack up goals for their college teams, Jahzuena Bradshaw-Douglas and Courtney Butcher earned the 2022 Bermuda is Love scholarships, and Sabrina Burgess placed fifth in her professional debut were all some of the positive news stories from the past week. In additional good news, Casey Truran […]

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Field Hockey: Ravens & Budgies Grey Draw

October 30, 2022

The Bermuda Field Hockey Federation League season resumed at the National Sports Center. In the lone game of the night, the Ravens and Budgies Grey played to a scoreless draw. Related Stories Hockey: CAC Qualifiers Schedule Update Dragons & Hawks Draw At The Sports Center Field Hockey: Pirates Defeat The Dragons Dragons & Islanders Draw […]

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Lonely Planet: “The Top 7 Hikes In Bermuda”

October 30, 2022

Lonely Planet has featured Bermuda in an article titled “The top 7 hikes in Bermuda.” The Lonely Planet website said, “Bermuda might not be the first country that comes to mind when you think about hiking destinations. However, the beaches, cliffs, mangrove swamps and pockets of jungle in nature reserves that dot this 24-mile-long island […]

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AM Best Affirms Credit Ratings Of NEWGT

October 30, 2022

AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A- [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a-” [Excellent] of NEWGT Reinsurance Company, Ltd. [NEWGT] [Bermuda]. The outlook of these Credit Ratings [ratings] is stable. The ratings agency said, “The ratings reflect NEWGT’s balance sheet strength, which AM Best assesses as strong, as well […]

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Photos: Pilot Gig Boat Rowing In St. George’s

October 29, 2022

The Bermuda Pilot Gig Club recently hosted the Argus International Gig Regatta in the St. George’s Harbour. A spokesperson previously said, “The competition will be fierce, with two days of all-male and all-female crews racing in staggered heats. This is the first time in four years that local crews have the opportunity to test their […]

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Hospital Board CEO: ‘Today Is A Milestone Day’

October 29, 2022

“Today is a milestone day,” Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] CEO and President Dr Michael Richmond said, as “for the first time in BHB’s history, we have a BHB-wide electronic medical record.” Dr Richmond said: “I’m happy to state that BHB’s new electronic medical records system, called PEARL, is now being used across BHB in inpatient […]

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Séamus Power and Ben Griffin take over share of lead at Butterfield Bermuda Championship on Moving Day

October 29, 2022

Heading into the final round, two golfers are two shots clear of the field in the Butterfield Bermuda Championship, after the winds of the Port Royal Golf Course returned to slow down the runaway scor…

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Weather Forecast For Sunday October 30

October 29, 2022

Sunday, October 30 is expected to see plenty of sunshine developing after an early shower or two, with the high to be near 27°C/81°F and the low to be near 23°C/74°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be west. The relative humidity is expected to be near 87%. Sunrise will be […]

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Ohio State Defeats Moore’s Virginia Tech Team

October 29, 2022

Madelyn Moore and her Virginia Tech women’s swimming and diving teammates competed against Ohio State, losing 115.5 – 55.5. During the women’s 100 yard freestyle, Moore touched the wall in a time of 51.64 finishing 7th. The Bermudian swimmer was also a member of the Virginia Tech women’s 400 yard medley relay B team which […]

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Butterfield Bermuda Championship 2nd Round

October 29, 2022

The second round of the 2022 Butterfield Bermuda Championship was held at the Port Royal Golf Course, Southampton, yesterday [Oct 28]. A spokesperson said, “The second round of the 2022 Butterfield Bermuda Championship was suspended by darkness at 7:01 p.m. with Jarryd Dillas and Tano Goya left to finish at Port Royal Golf Course, Southampton […]

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Flu Express Moves To Bull’s Head Car Park

October 29, 2022

The Flu Express has been moved to Bull’s Head Car Park today [Oct 29] due to potentially inclement weather. A spokesperson said, “Today’s Flu Express [Oct 29th] has been moved to Bull’s Head Car Park in view of the potentially inclement weather. The time will remain the same at 10:00-2:00 pm.” Related Stories Bermuda Hosts […]

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Brian Desmond Helps Fordham Win Again

October 29, 2022

Brian Desmond and his Fordham Men’s Swimming & Diving teammates kept their good start to the season going, defeating Marist in their meet in Poughkeepsie, N.Y. For the second straight meet, it came down to the final race for the men, as they won 140-136. Desmond competed in one event, he swam the anchor leg […]

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Tennis: Hollis Advances To Consolation Final

October 29, 2022

Asia-Leigh Hollis continued competing in the Level 6: Seminole Lake Tennis Tournament. Hollis took to the court for the girls 18 & under Consolation Division. She advanced to the Consolation Final after she defeated Leela Sivanesan in a three-setter. Hollis won the first set 7-5, Sivanesan won the second set 6-2 and in the third set […]

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Daniel Augustus Finishes T7th On APGA Tour

October 29, 2022

Daniel Augustus competed in the APGA Tour Charlie Sifford Centennial in Texas, finishing tied for seventh after a two-round total of 3-over par. The Bermudian golfer shot a first round 1-over par 73 before shooting a second round 2-over par 74. He shot a combined four birdies, 29 pars, and seven bogeys. Mr. Augustus said, […]

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Three Bermuda Triathletes Listed For WTS Event

October 29, 2022

Bermudians will have plenty to cheer about when the WTS Bermuda Triathlon takes place on November 6th, with three Bermudian triathletes included in the start list for the Elite Fields, with Tyler Smith listed in the Men’s Elite Field, while Dame Flora Duffy and Erica Hawley are set to compete in the Women’s Elite Field. Dame Flora […]

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Shipping Schedule: Week Starting October 29

October 29, 2022

The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday October 29th. On Sunday the Norwegian Pearl cruise ship is expected, on Monday the Oleander container ship, the Enchantment of the Seas cruise ship and the Cadiz Knutsen LNG tanker will arrive, and on Tuesday the […]

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Flu Express at Bull’s Head car park today

October 29, 2022

Today’s Flu Express has moved to Bull’s Head Car Park in view of the potentially inclement weather.
The time will remain the same at 10am to 2pm.
Nurses will administer shots to people in priority g…

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Fairway eagle propels Ben Crane to record halfway total

October 29, 2022

The assault on par resumed at Port Royal Golf Course yesterday, just like it did Thursday, as a large number of players went low.
The Butterfield Bermuda Championship’s halfway cut at six under ties t…

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Know before you owe on a mortgage

October 29, 2022

This is the third in a series of articles about the anatomy of a mortgage contract.

Be aware that mortgage contract facts covered are generically-derived – your mortgage will be specific to your …

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Should I tell my husband I’ve been hiding money from him?

October 29, 2022

Dear Dave,
After hearing you talk about financial infidelity, I have to admit that I hide money from my husband. I have been setting aside money for emergencies without his knowledge. He is not terrib…

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Occasional callers make up high proportion of 2023 cruise visits

October 29, 2022

A surge of occasional calls are expected to bolster the 2023 cruise ship season, according to a recently published draft schedule.
Of the record 222 cruise ship visits included on the schedule, only 9…

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Police Commissioner Congratulates Steve Palmer

October 29, 2022

Bermuda Police Service Commissioner Darrin Simons and his Senior Leadership Team congratulated Det. Cst. Steve Palmer after 35 years’ service. The Bermuda Police Service tweeted the photo below, saying: “This morning, Commissioner Simons & his Senior Leadership Team congratulated Det. Cst. Steve Palmer after 35 years’ service. DC Palmer was presented with a retirement plaque to […]

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BHF Fundraising Golf Tournament On Nov 20th

October 29, 2022

The Bermuda Hockey Federation will hold a Fundraising Golf Tournament at Belmont Hills Golf Course on Sunday, November 20. Teams of four are invited to wear the colours of their favourite World Cup football team. A prize will be awarded to the best-dressed foursome. The tournament has a shotgun start at 12.30 pm and includes raffles […]

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Everest Re Reports Third Quarter 2022 Results

October 29, 2022

Everest Re Group, Ltd. reported its third quarter 2022 results, noting that “Everest’s diversification strategy and underwriting discipline were key to mitigating our exposure to one of the industry’s largest hurricane losses in U.S. history.” Third Quarter 2022 Highlights Net Operating Loss of $205 million, and Net Loss of $319 Million driven by an active […]

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Local Trio To Compete At Kickboxing Worlds

October 29, 2022

[Written by Stephen Wright] Three Bermudian mixed martial artists will test their mettle at the World Kickboxing and Karate Association [WKA] World Championships in Prestatyn, Wales, next week. Krista Dyer, Che Durham and Kallan Todd will represent the Bermuda Sanshou Association [BSA] in the Glory and K1 categories at the four-day championships, starting on Monday […]

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Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Oct 28 2022

October 29, 2022

October 28 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,436.96, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 68 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF], and the full report for the week is available here [PDF]. Related Stories BSX Will […]

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BTA pushes island in UK and Europe

October 28, 2022

Bermuda’s eco-friendly outlook is being used to lure visitors back to the island from the UK and continental Europe, travel chiefs have said.
The Bermuda Tourism Authority said it was carrying out a p…

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Scheduled Water Service Disruptions for Pembroke Residents

October 28, 2022

As the significant upgrades to Bermuda’s water and sewage infrastructure continue, the Ministry of Public Works today advised that a water main determined to be past its useful life is to be repaired.

“Significant water loss is experienced every minute of every day as a result of this issue and so this work must be carried out to ensure the water supply is more resilient and reliable for area residents and businesses” said Minister of Public Works Col. David Burch.

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Water Service Disruptions In Pembroke

October 28, 2022

“Pembroke residents connected to Government water service lines should expect scheduled interruptions to their piped water supply over a four month period starting Tuesday, 15 November, to allow for the complete replacement of the infrastructure,” the Government said today. A Government spokesperson said, “As the significant upgrades to Bermuda’s water and sewage infrastructure continue, the […]

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Road Traffic Notice: Carifta Triathlon Race

October 28, 2022

The Ministry of Public Works released a road traffic notice for the Bermuda Triathlon Association International Carifta Triathlon Bicycle Road Race on 12 and 13 November 2022. The full road traffic notice follows below [PDF here]: Related Stories Road Traffic Notice For Carifta Triathlon SheROX Triathlon Traffic Closures on Sunday Road Closures On Sunday Due […]

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Flow Traders reports normalised profit of €34.5 million

October 28, 2022

A Dutch fintech firm that is proposing to set up a top holding company in Bermuda has reported a third quarter normalised net profit of €34.5 million.
The year-to-date normalised net profit is €116.6 …

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Official Govt & Legal Notices For Oct 28 2022

October 28, 2022

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Oct 28] include acting appointments, notification of planning applications registered and cancellation of registration. Ombudsman Mr. Junior C.D. Watts Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN1023/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Government House Publication date: 28 October 2022 Government Notice No. Acting Appointment Ombudsman For […]

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Butterfield gains 2.5% in New York

October 28, 2022

The Royal Gazette/BSX Index fell 2.3 per cent for the week to close on 2,436.96.
The Bank of NT Butterfield & Son fell $1.05, or 3 per cent, to close on $33.95, as 500 of its shares changed hands …

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Piped water supplies to be slashed for four months in Pembroke

October 28, 2022

Pembroke residents will face four months of piped water cuts after the government discovered a water mains is no longer viable.
Lieutenant-Colonel David Burch, the Minister of Public Works, admitted …

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Pre-school finds plenty of treats at Hamilton Princess

October 28, 2022

Preschoolers today visited the Fairmont Hamilton Princess for a daytime trick-or-treating excursion.
Monsters and superheroes from First Friends Nursery and Preschool took the big red train to the hot…

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LeiLanni Nesbeth on target to help Florida State earn share of conference honours

October 28, 2022

LeiLanni Nesbeth notched the second-fastest goal of the season for Florida State University to help earn them to a share of Atlantic Coast Conference regular-season honours on Thursday.
The national w…

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Weather Forecast For Saturday October 29

October 28, 2022

Saturday, October 29 is expected to see cloudy at first, brighter afternoon, showers early and late, with the high to be near 27°C/80°F and the low to be near 23°C/73°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 87%. Sunrise will be at […]

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Wilton Re Donates $40,000 To Local Charities

October 28, 2022

Wilton Reinsurance Bermuda Limited donated $40,000 to several Bermuda charities. Each of the charities was nominated to receive support by the employees of Wilton Re Bermuda, many of whom cited a personal connection to or having had a direct personal impact by these philanthropic organizations.” Max Betteto, Travis Trott, Taiyana Allen, Shaun Reape- chair for […]

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Dame Flora Duffy Finishes Fifth At 70.3 Worlds

October 28, 2022

[Written by Stephen Wright] Dame Flora Duffy finished fifth in her first Ironman 70.3 World Championships in St George, Utah. Duffy, a wild-card entry, was in second place during the bike and run before showing signs of fatigue, finishing in 4hr 13min 33sec, with splits of 24:21, 2:21:29 and 1:25:04. She had only completed one half-distance […]

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Premier Extends Best Wishes To Local Golfers

October 28, 2022

Premier David Burt expressed his support for the Bermudian golfers who are taking part in the 2022 Butterfield Bermuda Championships. Premier Burt tweeted the photos below, saying: “Was great to attend Port Royal Golf Course & show my support for MP Kim Swan as he makes his debut at the Bermuda PGA Championship & for Bermudians […]

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Winter Ferry Schedule Starts On October 31

October 28, 2022

The Department of Marine and Ports Services is advising the public that the 2022/2023 winter ferry schedule will come into effect on Monday, October 31st 2022. A Government spokesperson said, “For ferry scheduling information, please visit www.marineandports.bm.” The Winter Ferry Schedule follows below [PDF here]: Related Stories Temporary Suspension Of Rockaway Ferry Stop ‘Bermudian’ Ferry […]

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Dame Flora Duffy fifth on Ironman 70.3 World Championships debut

October 28, 2022

Dame Flora Duffy gave a spirited display to finish fifth on her Ironman 70.3 World Championships debut in St George, Utah, this afternoon.
On a day that belonged firmly to the American Taylor Knibb, w…

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World Occupational Therapy Day Celebrated

October 28, 2022

World Occupational Therapy Day was marked yesterday [Oct 27] with a theme of “Opportunity + Choice = Justice.” A spokesperson said, “‘Occupational Therapy Day was first launched on 27th October 2010. Since then, it has become an important date in the occupational therapy calendar to promote and celebrate the profession internationally, according to the World […]

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