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| Jake Brislane and Lucy Ching were crowned the Powerade 5K Road Race Male and Female Champions. Brislane set and early pace and was able to maintain the lead throughout winning just under one minute ahead of the second place runner, Brislane was clocked across the line in a time of 16:38, James Kennedy was second […]
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| Bermuda International Long Term Insurers and Reinsurers [BILTIR] has increased the size of its Board of Directors from 10 to 15 with the appointment of an additional five members. BILTIR, which represents 68 life insurance and reinsurance businesses and servicing companies in Bermuda, said it was increasing the size of the Board to expand the […]
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| [Opinion column written by MP Zane Desilva] In the coming 2-3 years, Moody’s expects fiscal performance will be supported by the recovery in economic activities. Moody’s expects growth performance to regain momentum compared to previous years, supporting a gradual downward trajectory in government debt. The tourism sector and investments in new hotels on the Island […]
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| Siblings Hayley and Liam Evans have teamed up to organise the inaugural Island Fresh 5K Food Run on Sunday [July 10] in support of the Eliza DoLittle Society. The run, held at the Arboretum and open to all ages, is the brainchild of Hayley, the owner of Island Fresh, a meal box delivery company, and […]
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| Bermuda will have three officials taking part in the CFU Boys Under 14 Championships. Satia Burchall, Amaury Majors, and Mateo Donawa have been appointed to officiate at the tournament in August taking place in the Dominican Republic. Majors has been selected as a Referee, with Burchall and Donawa appointed as Referee Assistants. Related Stories Ballers […]
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Southampton Rangers made it a weekend of double delight, following a strong start to their Western Coun…
St David’s and Bailey’s Bay rehearsed for a potential Eastern Counties showdown as they met at Lord’s yesterday with the…
| The Bermuda National Athletics Association [BNAA] held the National Track & Field Championships this weekend at the National Sports Center, offering local track and field fans the opportunity to see some of the island’s top athletes in action, as well as the next generation of up and coming youth athletes. Photos by Anthony Wade The full […]
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The Minister of Legal Affairs and Constitutional Reform, the Hon. Kathy Lynn Simmons, JP MP is pleased to announce that 28 students from S3 and S4 at CedarBridge Academy and The Berkeley Institute completed the first PeerForward Programme on June 21, 2022. PeerForward is Mirrors’ newest programme that develops students as peer influencers to work on enhancing a culture of college and career readiness in their schools.
Today (July 3), the Spirit of Bermuda set sail for the Turks & Caicos with several young Bermudians on board as part of the Bermuda Sloop Foundation’s special summer interactive learning voyage focusing on Mary Prince, with the support of the Department of Culture.
The education programme entitled “In the Wake of Mary Prince” is a training expedition as part of a partnership with the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Programme.
And acclaimed Bermudian scholar and historian, Dr. Theodore Francis II, will serve as the onboard educator for the journey.
Her Excellency the Governor, Ms Rena Lalgie, announced the appointment of Ms Maxanne Anderson as Senior Magistrate with effect from 1 July 2022.
This appointment follows an open and competitive recruitment process and a recommendation received from the Judicial and Legal Services Committee.
| The 4th annual Scooter Mart Bermuda Charge was held today [July 3], with the well attended event featuring an auto show, charity ride, entertainment, vendors, an Eco Drive section, rider demonstrations and much more. Event Director, David Cahill, previously told Bernews that he believes Bermuda’s relationship with classic motorcycles, including old-time favourites such as the Mobylette, is […]
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| The Government provided $7,000 towards the Bermuda Sloop Foundation’s special learning voyage focusing on Mary Prince, which will see students sail to the Turks & Caicos as they receive lessons and perspectives from Bermudian historian Dr. Theodore Francis. A Government spokesperson said, “The Spirit of Bermuda will set sail for the Turks & Caicos with […]
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| The Bermuda Ladies Match Play Championships was played this weekend at Port Royal Golf Course having been postponed in April. “Fortunately, the weather conditions were very favorable which resulted in some very competitive play. Despite the fact that there was only one division, the matches were very exciting and very closely contested,” a spokesperson said. […]
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| Bermuda’s Nicholas Narraway claimed a bronze medal in the cycling road race at the inaugural Caribbean Games in Guadeloupe. A spokesperson said, “Taking to the start line in Guadeloupe alongside teammates Alexander Miller and Liam Flannery, Narraway bided his time in the 120 kilometer event, eventually powering away from the peloton to hunt down the […]
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| The Department of Marine and Ports advised the “public and commuters using the Rockaway Ferry stop that, effective tomorrow, Monday, 4 July, services are suspended due to ongoing repairs to the bow loading ramp.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Rockaway ramp conditions have made it unsafe for pilots to load passengers onboard the ferry. Currently, […]
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| Monday, July 4 is expected to be partly cloudy, with the high to be near 28°C/83°F and the low to be near 25°C/77°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be S. The relative humidity is expected to be near 85%. Sunrise will be at 6:16am and sunset will be at 8:29pm. […]
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| Kiwon Waldron was back in action at Hippodrome 3R as the Standardbred race season continued in Canada. Waldron competed in three heats on the day. In heat one, Waldron — in the bike of Erge Magic Bab — clocked a time of 2:02 flat to finish 4th. Waldron then finished 3rd in heat 2 in […]
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| The Government has released Covid-19 summer safety tips, with both the public and businesses encouraged to follow its guidance. The Government posted the graphic online below, saying, “Covid-19 summer safety tips. The Ministry of Health advises that you continue to: Wash or sanitize your hands regularly Maintain a 6 foot physical distance from others, particularly […]
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Mr. Speaker,
I rise today to provide an update on the Establishment of the Project Management Office in support of Bermuda’s Economic Recovery Plan (ERP).
Mr. Speaker,
| The ‘Emancipation Cup Match‘ walkabout was held in Sandys today [July 3] taking people on a route which tells the “stories of yesteryear” including pre-emancipation, Cup Match observances, the Friendly Society in Somerset, Somerset Cricket Club and more. A Friends of Sandys spokesperson previously said, “The route will include sites which tell stories of yesteryear…times pre-emancipation; […]
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| “The U.S. and Bermuda have their own distinct legal traditions, but Bermuda’s example illustrates the profound vulnerability of progress: LGBTQ equality cannot be taken for granted, even within the battles that feel as if they are already over,” Vice noted in an in depth report on Bermuda’s marriage equality laws. The VICE website said, “After […]
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| This month people have the opportunity to learn more about Bermuda National Hero and civil rights icon Mary Prince, as Titan Express and the African Bermuda Dispersion Cultural Tours are offering the ’Mary Prince Legacy Bus Tour.’ A spokesperson said, “In recognition of Emancipation, Titan Express & the African Bermuda Dispersion Cultural Tours is offering in […]
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| The Bermuda International Day event – described as a “celebration that deliberately elevates a space where each nation can connect through cuisine, charity beach games, music, and community awareness” — was held on Saturday [July 2] at Elbow Beach, with the event including a special sandcastle built by the Bermuda Sandcastle Contest organisers. Related Stories […]
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| The Southampton Rangers defeated Somerset Bridge by 7 wickets to begin their defense of the Western County Cup at the Southampton Oval. Somerset Bridge won the toss and elected to bat, they were bowled out for 87, guest player Regino Smith was the top scorer with 22, while Noel Woods was the only other batsman […]
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| In celebration of Canada Day, a Beach Party event was held this weekend at Warwick Long Bay. One of the organisers, Jenn Campbell previously said, “We haven’t had a beach party since 2019 for obvious reasons. Sarah Murphy-Christopher and I have been getting back in the swing of organising this event, as we have done […]
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| The Deloitte Tennis Open came to an end at Pomander Gate Tennis Club. Following their three-set 4-6, 6-1, 6-3 victory over Nadirah Durham and Victoria Stephens, Alison Towlson and Shonette Wilson were crowned the Ladies A Doubles Round Robin Champions. David Thomas and Morgan Lightbourne were crowned the Mixed Doubles Champions after they defeated Denzel […]
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| A ‘Family Fun Fest’ to mark the anniversary of the 1959 Theatre Boycott was held on Saturday [July 2] at City Hall. A spokesperson previously said, “This weekend’s rain has begun to renew vegetation, after a period of drought. This exemplifies the capacity of living systems to recreate, following challenging circumstances. “This is a reminder […]
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| Ki-Juan Minors competed in the 2022 Wellington International Equestrian Federation’s People for 2022 June II Horse Jumping event in Florida. Minors and Wiser Now took to the ring for the Class 231 the USHJA Hunter 2 Feet 6 Inch U/S Class where they finished third, they also competed in Class 232 the USHJA Hunter 2 Feet […]
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| US Sailing — at the request of the Newport Bermuda race organizing authority — has convened a panel of experts to compile a report on the factors contributing to the death of Colin Golder, the captain of the 42-foot sloop Morgan of Marietta who died after going overboard in strong winds approximately 325 miles from Bermuda. A […]
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| News that Gianluca Gibbons was featured on the CBS game show ‘Let’s Make a Deal,’ BILTIR awarded a $30,000 scholarship to Kiara Burcher, Coral Wells earned an award at the CaribbWIIN event in Antigua and Barbuda, and Ariel Re staff helped to clean up Southlands Park were all some of the positive news stories from […]
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| The Bermuda Football Association’s Women’s League continued with a double-header at the Clyde Best Center of Excellence Field. Somerset Trojans Big Ballers 0 – PHC Lady Zebras 0 In the opener, the Somerset Trojans Big Ballers and the PHC Lady Zebras played to a scoreless draw. Dandy Stars 0 – Young Men Social Club Lady […]
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Mr. Speaker,
I rise before this Honorable House to provide an update on Passport processing. Several weeks ago, the Bermuda public was advised of passport processing delays of 11 weeks. As the Minister responsible for the Department of Immigration, today I will:
| Sunday, July 3 is expected to see mainly sunny with increasing clouds through the afternoon, with the high to be near 28°C/82°F and the low to be near 24°C/76°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be south. The relative humidity is expected to be near 78%. Sunrise will be at 6.16am […]
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| The police said that four men have been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting in Flatt’s early yesterday morning [July 1]. Speaking a press conference today, the police said, “At approximately 1:10am on Friday, the 1st of July, 2022, the Bermuda Police Service received several 911 calls reporting gunshots that were heard in the […]
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| “We are now embarking on a new chapter of collaboration between the United Nations and Bermuda that will benefit Bermuda’s people directly,” Minister of Social Development and Seniors Tinee Furbert said in the House of Assembly. The Minister noted the “recent launch of a landmark partnership between the United Nations [UN] and the Government of […]
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| Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt provided an update on the Government’s financial performance for fiscal year 2021/22 in the House of Assembly on Friday [July 1] saying there are “continued signs of a strengthening economy, despite the considerable challenges we continue to face as a country.” The Premier’s full statement follows below: Mr […]
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| St. George’s University [SGU] featured Dr Kyjuan Brown as a speaker at their recently held recruitment event. Dentrecia Blanchette, the SGU Associate Director of Admissions, Caribbean said, “Dr. Brown is the embodiment of a global leader who is serving his community with excellence. He is the owner of Northshore Medical and Aesthetics Center and of […]
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| The Consumer Affairs Board provided an annual report covering the regulatory and supervisory activities of Consumer Affairs for the 2019-2021 calendar years, Attorney-General Kathy Lynn Simmons said in the House of Assembly. The full statement follows below: Mr. Speaker, Honourable Members of the House: Consumer Affairs is the designated government department assigned with the responsibility and […]
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| Attorney-General Kathy Lynn Simmons presented a copy of the Annual Report of the Legal Aid Office for the fiscal periods from 2020 – 2022 in the House of Assembly on Friday [July 1]. The Attorney-General’s full statement follows below: Mr. Speaker, I rise to update this Honourable House on the work of the Legal Aid Office. Accordingly, […]
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