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| The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features Bermudian athlete Jah-Nhai Perinchief, who literally leaped into history, as he won the bronze medal in the triple jump at the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, cementing himself as one of Bermuda’s best ever jumpers. The design is available in three different versions in two sizes; a Facebook […] |
| The Bermuda Zoological Society will be holding a Virtual Lecture Series installment titled “The health assessment of juvenile green turtles in Bermuda.” The lecture will held via Zoom on Tuesday, August 16 at 7.00pm and will be presented by Dr Gaelle Roth, MRCVS, Co-Director of the Bermuda Turtle Project. The event flyer says, “Discover something […] |
| August 9 saw 18,300 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $366,226.00 BD. 18,300 shares were traded by BF&M Ltd, closing down 8.1% at $20.00 per share. The BSX finished at 2,364.05, down 0.68% on the day. There were 0 advances, 1 decline, and 64 remained unchanged. The full report for the day […] |
| The Bermuda Red Cross has extended a “big thank you Bermuda for being so generous,” noting that the appeal for Ukraine has received $543,000 to date. A spokesperson said, “To date the Ukraine Appeal run by Bermuda Red Cross has received $543,000. These funds were donated to Bermuda Red Cross by many organization like, Aon, […] |
| Since launching the ‘Work from Bermuda’ [WFB] initiative two years ago, the Government has received 1315 WFB applications, with 1127 approved, there are currently 234 WFB certificate holders residing in Bermuda and it is estimated “that since the launch of the WFP initiative, the certificate holders have injected over $28 million into Bermuda’s economy,” the […] |
| The Executive of the Bermuda Cricket Board congratulated St. David’s County Cricket Club and Western Stars Sports Club for winning the Premier and First Divisions, respectively. A spokesperson said, “The 2022 50 Overs League was very competitive this season and both teams managed to come out on top. “Along with Western Stars Sports Club, Cleveland […] |
| Due to maintenance work, the Langton Hill entrance to Government House will be closed to all traffic on Wednesday [Aug 10]. A Government spokesperson said, “Due to maintenance work, the Langton Hill entrance to Government House will be closed to all traffic between the hours of 8 am and 1 pm on Wednesday, 10 August. […] |
| A pair of young Bermudian sailors had a strong start as a team when they finished fifth in the 29er North American and Canadian Youth Championships last week. Paul Rodrigues Jr [PJ] and Christopher Ebbin finished fifth. The RBYC duo had a great run in the middle of the Cork Regatta, which was held in […] |
| The official Government and Legal notices for today [August 9] include Bermudian status and fisheries notice. Bermudian Status – Section 19A Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Bermudian Status – Section 19A Notice ID: GN0777/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Immigration Publication date: 09 August 2022 Notice is hereby given that application has been made to the Minister of […] |
| With an aim to expand the way they deliver their news to the community, the Bermuda Broadcasting Company is continuing to live stream their evening news programme online for viewers both on the island and abroad. The live video will begin at 7.00pm, and play to 7.30pm, and then the replay will be available: Related […] |
| Wednesday, August 10 is expected to see another bright and sunny day turns cloudy with a few showers, with the high to be near 31°C/87°F and the low to be near 26°C/79°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be light and variable. The relative humidity is expected to be near 72%. […] |
| After six rounds in the inaugural Moongate Tour season, Damian Palanyandi leads the Order of Merit. Palanyandi has 64.5 points, he leads second-place professional Nick Jones by two points. Currently in 3rd is Dwayne Pearman with 42 points, while Will Haddrell is in 4th with 36 points. Jarryd Dillas is in 5th with 35 points, […] |
| Fresh off their appearances at the Commonwealth Games, Jah-Nhai Perinchief, Dage Minors, Tiara DeRosa, and Sakari Famous will be representing Bermuda, along with a number of up and coming track & field athletes, at the NACAC Senior Championships in the Bahamas later this month. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda National Athletics Association [BNAA] NAA has finalized its […] |
| Bermuda-registered charity Endeavour has released its 2020/2021 Impact Report. A spokesperson said, “Endeavour, a Bermuda-registered charity that builds self-confidence and life skills by engaging diverse youth across Bermuda in experiential learning through sailing, releases its 2020/2021 Impact Report. “The report highlights Endeavour’s programmes and initiatives and the measurable impact they have on the community through […] |
| Bermuda Hospitals Board and the Bermuda Blood Donor Centre announced that blood and apheresis donors who donate between 1 August and 30 September 2022 will be entered into a raffle draw for two $50 Whip Rideshare credits prizes. A spokesperson said, “This is thanks to Whip Rideshare who has donated the Whip ride credits. The […] |
| To put Jah-Nhai Perinchief‘s Commonwealth Games medal winning performance into context, he jumped further than two Bermuda buses – the full length, not width. We did the math, and his stunning leap was around 2.5 feet longer than the length of two of the new electric buses combined. The 24-year-old became the first Bermudian to […] |
| The Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] recently hosted its 30th annual Education Awards Ceremony, presenting 18 students with education awards. A spokesperson said, “On Friday, July 22, 2022, under the leadership of President Bro Armell Thomas, General Secretary Bro Kevin Grant and the Education Committee Co-Chairs Sis Lauren Bell and Sis Linda Bogle-Mienzer, the Bermuda […] |
| In their third match of the ICC Men’s CWC Challenge League B, Bermuda won the toss at Grainville, St Saviour, in Jersey and sent the host to bat. Jersey scored 381/5 in their allotted 50 overs, Asa Tribe was the top scorer with 101, Kamau Leverock was the pick of the Bermuda bowlers with figures […] |
| The Nonprofit Alliance of Bermuda has released three animated videos as part of a broader Impact Awareness Raising Campaign showing the collective value and impact of nonprofits in Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “The Nonprofit Alliance of Bermuda hopes that this campaign, which highlights the ways in which nonprofits impact all aspects of our community, will […] |
| [Opinion column written by Senator Owen Darrell] In our 2017 election manifesto, the Progressive Labour Party promised to “Increase accessibility to Bermuda College by providing financial support to students in need….”. We made this promise because we believe that Bermudians must have full access to all the resources they need to be able to achieve […] |
Coach Niraj Odedra highlighted the positives in Bermuda’s humbling defeat by Jersey at the ICC Cricket Worl…
| The Bermuda Government has announced a tender for lease for the Windfall Cottage, located on Middle Road in Warwick. The notice [PDF] said, “Cottage on a lot measuring approximately 0.27 acres located by the road entrance to the former TN Tatem Middle School. Unconditional offers are invited for the leasing of the whole.” For more information, visit […] |
| Four Bermuda archers competed in the Belgium Icenation Shoot. The archers took to the line in 87 degree temperatures and headwinds. In the 70 Men’s Recurve Division, Camerin Pickering finished in first place with 619 points, Jaydon Roberts finished in second place with 614 points, and Bernard Wade III finished in third place with 586. […] |
| Five outstanding high school students from Bermuda’s private and public schools recently took to the stage to compete in the 21st Annual Alpha Beautillion under the direction of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Epsilon Theta Lambda Chapter, Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “These outstanding young men were nominated to participate in the Alpha Beautillion by […] |
| Operation Vega has been in existence for just over one year, and during that time, close to 7,000 tickets were issued for a range of traffic offences, with a highest recorded speed of 119 kph, the police said today. A police spokesperson said, “Operation Vega, the Bermuda Police Service traffic abatement initiative, has been in […] |
| The Ministry of Economy and Labour said that “the Department of Immigration continues processing passport applications and endeavours to complete and send them to Her Majesty’s Post Office [HMPO] for printing as soon as possible.” A Government spokesperson said, “The public will recall the July 1, 2022, advisory of Bermuda passport processing times of up […] |
| The Bermuda Hospitals Board’s Community Intellectual Disability Team [CIDT] will be hosting their ‘Exceptional Summer BBQ Celebration’ on Saturday, August 27 at Clearwater Beach. “This is the second social event we’ve created this year specifically for our intellectual disability community and their families,” said Chris Cunningham, Manager of CIDT. “To mark the first anniversary of our […] |
| The Ministry of Public Works is advising the public of road traffic works in the Harrington Sound Road and Canal Road areas. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works wishes to draw the public’s attention to the two attached Road Traffic Notices: “The road closure on Canal Road, Pembroke, leading through the underpass […] |
| The Argus Group today announced the appointment of Janice Fernandes as the Company Secretary. A spokesperson said, “She replaces the Interim Company Secretary, Mr. Simon Giffen. The appointment is effective immediately. Ms. Fernandes will manage all corporate secretarial matters related to Argus Group Holdings Limited, ensuring they comply with legal and regulatory requirements.” Related Stories Caines-Best, […] |
| This year’s Bermuda Captive Conference will welcome Rachel Wilson, Managing Director, Head of Wealth Management Data Security and Infrastructure Risk at Morgan Stanley, as its keynote speaker. A spokesperson said, “Wilson will address conference delegates on September 13 at 2:30pm Atlantic, on day two of the Bermuda Captive Conference, sharing her experience as a world-leading […] |