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| Carey Olsen Bermuda Limited announced that Matthew Grigg will “shortly join its corporate practice as partner – the second partner hire for the corporate team in the past year as it continues to expand and broaden its capabilities and offering.” A spokesperson said, “Matthew joins Carey Olsen after 25 years with Clifford Chance LLP in […]
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| Over the past two days, multiple dead birds were found along South Shore beaches, with officers from Department of Environment and Natural Resources collecting ”over 95 birds within several hours.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Environment and Natural Resources [DENR] can advise that between the 5 -6th June 2022, the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum and Zoo received reports […]
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| ‘Think Like An Entrepreneur’ — an in-depth course with the aim of teaching entrepreneurs how to establish goals and manage risks — is set to begin on Tuesday, June 21st. A spokesperson said, “Don’t miss your chance to sign up for ‘an educational opportunity not to be missed!’ Think Like an entrepreneur, an in-depth course […]
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| [Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda winger Justin Donawa has been offered a new contract at Vanarama National League side Solihull Moors. The 25-year-old is among four players handed new deals by the West Midlands club. The Moors lost 2-1 after extra-time in the National League play-off final at Wembley Stadium at the weekend. Donawa suffered a […]
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| YouthVision Promotion is inviting the public to the Hamilton Parish “Live In Peace Gombey Celebration” on Saturday [June 11]. Desmond Crockwell said, “This celebration will honour the late Daemon Bell, a Bailey’s Bay Cricket Club family member who tragically lost his life in a senseless murder. “The Gombeys will march from the Hamilton Parish Workman’s […]
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| Micah Lambert and Bridget Marshall were action on the opening day of the 2022 Special Olympics in Orlando, Florida, with both tennis players making strong showings to claim victories. Lambert took to the court to play Santiago Castro and came away with a 6 – 1 win. Coach Brent Smith said, “Lambert worked hard, he […]
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| In a celebration of Bermuda’s heritage and culture, students from Harrington Sound School – led by social studies teacher Ms. Fikrte Ming – recently created an exhibition showcasing an array of impressive displays including maps, transportation, fauna, flora, dioramas of our coastal areas, beaches, parks, and nature reserves and more. Related Stories Photos: School Hosts […]
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| [Written by Stephen Wright] Dennico Hollis has expressed his relief after being recalled to the Bermuda squad after a six-year absence. The 33-year-old has been named in a 14-man contingent for the ICC Cricket World Cup Challenge League B in Uganda from June 15 to 27. Hollis admits his international exile has been frustrating and, at […]
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| The Atlantic Publishing House held their Crystal Butterfly Literary Awards event this weekend, honouring Margaret Rose Giloth, Dr. Shangri-La Durham-Thompson, Cheryl Kerr, Professor Meoldye Micere Van Putten, Rev. Dr. Madeline Hayward, Carlene Spence-Darrell, Jessica Riederer and Peggy Burns. A spokesperson said previously said, “This year we have selected the following authors for their outstanding contributions […]
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| Elijah Daley began competing in the 2022 Age Group International Long Course Championships hosted by Etobicoke Swim Club in Canada. On the first day, Daley won the gold medal in the 200m medley, finishing in a personal best time of 2:14.23. He also competed in the 200m freestyle finals where he finished 10th clocking a […]
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| Bermudian actor Daren Herbert will resume his portrayal of Detective Sergeant Nathan Greene in the next series of Canadian television show Pretty Hard Cases. Season three of the police comedy-drama show is filmed in and around Toronto and is set to air next winter on CBC. Mr Herbert is a familiar face on Canadian TV, […]
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| SiriusPoint announced appointments to Executive Leadership Team and Insurance & Services Segment. A spokesperson said, “Patrick Charles joins the SiriusPoint ELT and has been promoted to Global Head of Property and Casualty [P&C] Insurance & Services. Patrick joined SiriusPoint in September 2021, with 20 years of underwriting and strategic management experience, as Head of Americas […]
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| Thirty-four volunteers helped to clean up at Astwood Park on Friday, June 3. A spokesperson said, “Thank you to the team of 34 volunteers who cleaned up at Astwood Park on Friday, June 3rd. The early summer heat did not hinder our progress, and together this enthusiastic group collected roughly 100 pounds of trash, 200 […]
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| In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, Argus Group Holdings Limited advised that pursuant to its share repurchase programme, during the month of May 2022 the company has not repurchased any shares. Related Stories Argus Group: No Share Repurchases In April Argus Group Share Repurchases In March Argus Group Share Repurchases In February Argus […]
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| Bermudian Ravi Cannonier-Watson was among the dancers from the prestigious Royal Ballet School who performed at the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebration in England, with the concert watched by millions of people. According to the BBC, “An average of nearly 12 million people in the UK watched the Platinum Party in the Palace on BBC One on […]
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| The island experienced some windy weather today [June 6] as Tropical Storm Alex — the first named storm of the 2022 Atlantic Hurricane Season — passed by Bermuda. You can have a look at some footage taken from around 6.45am to 10.00am at various locations, and you can view our live updates on Tropical Storm […]
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Good afternoon Bermuda,
I’m pleased to note that Tropical Storm Alex has passed.
Following updates from all agencies, I can confirm that one person attended the hospital emergency room with a non-life-threatening storm- related injury incurred during the clean-up period.
Our essential services and emergency crews from the Parks Department and Public Works were out early this morning, clearing our roads to ensure that we were up and running as quickly as possible.
And as of this afternoon, I can confirm the following as it relates to Government’s services:
| Deloitte announced that the 2022 Deloitte Scholarship recipient is Isaiah Cabral, with the scholarship award offering up to $30,000 per year for typically two years. A spokesperson said, “It is available to Bermudians [or PRC Holders] pursuing an undergraduate degree and is interested in either accounting, actuarial, financial advisory, risk advisory, or other business-related studies. […]
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| St. George’s Cricket Club won the toss at the Sea Breeze Oval and sent Bailey’s Bay to bat. Bailey’s Bay was bowled out for 206, Coolidge Outerbridge, and Stephen Ourterbridge both scored 42, Rodney Trott was the pick of the St. George’s Cricket Club bowlers returning figures of 10-0-29-4, Zeko Burgess bowled 9-0-43-3. In reply […]
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| 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 […]
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| Tuesday, June 7 is expected to see a mix of sun and cloud, with the high to be near 26°C/78°F and the low to be near 22°C/71°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 67%. Sunrise will be at 6.11am and sunset […]
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| A 72 year-old woman has been taken to hospital after a collision on Middle Road in Southampton this afternoon [June 6], the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “Around 3:50pm on Monday 6th June 2022, police and other first responders were dispatched to a report of a two vehicle collision on Middle Road, near […]
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| The Bermuda Road Safety Council introduced their slogan for the month of June is “Alert Today- Alive Tomorrow [Fatigued Driving].” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Road Safety Council, along with the minister of Transport wishes to offer its deepest condolences to the families of the recent road traffic fatalities. The loss of a loved one […]
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| The Comet Class Sailing season resumed in the St. George’s Harbour with Stephen Dickinson sailing to victory in the Regatta. Dickinson and his crew Wesley Tucker won all three races to finish with 3 points, Maxwell Curtis and his crew Jahron Dickinson finished second with 6 points, and Scott Fox and his crew Joanna Santiago […]
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| Tommy Marshall competed in the Pleasant Prairie USAT Cup Triathlon in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin. Competing in the Junior Triathlon Development Male Race, Marshall clocked a time of 1:01:36 finishing 31st. Marshall clocked 11:42.6 on the swim course, recorded a time of 31:44.5 on the bike course, before closing out with a time of 17:12.0 on […]
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| Centennial Bermuda Foundation has welcomed three previous scholarship recipients — Shannon Davis, Harry Masters and Michael Branco — to its Scholarship Committee. A spokesperson said, “Centennial Bermuda Foundation is pleased to welcome three previous scholarship recipients to its Scholarship Committee, which reviews applications and recommends awards each year. “Shannon Davis, Harry Masters and Michael Branco […]
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| The police are appealing for the public’s assistance in locating 58-year-old Troy Furbert. A police spokesperson said, “He is described as a dark complexioned male, 5 feet 7 inches tall of slim build weighing around 170 pounds with low cut, black hair and brown eyes. “Mr. Furbert was last seen around 2pm Friday 3rd June […]
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| The Corporation of St George [CSG] announced they have moved to Phase II of the Ordnance Island Development Project and will be focusing resources on the Deliverance replica ship A spokesperson said, “CSG is committed to the beautification and enhancement of the land to make it a Town attraction that will benefit both residents and […]
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