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| The U.S. Consulate in Bermuda is currently flying a rainbow flag at their Devonshire location in order to celebrate Pride Month, which is marked during the month of June. The Library of Congress website says, “Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer [LGBTQ] Pride Month is currently celebrated each year in the month of June to […]
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| The First Devonshire Brownies celebrated the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee by learning more about animals, one of Her Majesty’s “fond interests.” A spokesperson said, “The First Devonshire Brownies celebrated The Platinum Queens Jubilee by learning more about Animals, one of Her Majesty’s fond interests. They were treated to a Royal tour of the aquarium, led by […]
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| In celebration of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, a large sign of Queen Elizabeth II can be seen on the Seon Place building on Front Street in Hamilton. The sign features a photo of Her Majesty, along with a message saying, “On behalf of the people of Bermuda, we honour her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on […]
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Celebrations for Her Majesty The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee are currently underway.
In the UK, The Platinum Jubilee Central Weekend takes place from June 2 – 5.
Throughout the Commonwealth and the Overseas Territories there are number of events planned, and here at home, the Cabinet Office reminded of some of the activities taking place to mark this significant occasion.
Events are as follows:
| Celebrations for the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee are currently underway, with a number of events taking place in Bermuda from today [June 2] to June 12. A Government spokesperson said, “Celebrations for Her Majesty The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee are currently underway. “In the UK, The Platinum Jubilee Central Weekend takes place from June 2 – 5. […]
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| BELCO announced the winners of the annual Kite Safety Poster Campaign, with 5-year-old Lyric Davis-Marshall, 5-year-old Cait Kirwan and 6-year-old Messiah Baker all earning prizes. A spokesperson said, “The competition, now in its 33rd year, was open to Primary 1 and Primary 2 students and more than 100 posters were received. “The Best Overall poster was […]
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| Bermuda’s men’s and women’s volleyball teams concluded competing in the 2022 USA Volleyball Open National Championships, in Orlando, Florida. A spokesperson said, “On the final day of the US Open Volleyball Championships the teams fought to advance as high in the standings as they could. The final standings saw the women ending up in 26th […]
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| Bermudian cyclists Conor White and Liam Flannery began competing overseas. Conor White Conor White began competing in the Fever Twilight Criterium in Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa, with White finishing 7th. Liam Flannery Liam Flannery began competing in the Killington Stage Race, representing the Rio Grande Elite Cycling Team. Flannery was one of 49 riders to […]
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| The Bermuda Football Association’s Under 23 Division got underway at the BAA Field, with a double-header that produced 7 goals on the night. Dandy Town Hornets 5 Robin Hood 0 After a scoreless first half in the opener, the Dandy Town Hornets scored 5 unanswered goals in the second half to defeat Robin Hood 5 […]
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| [Updated] The first Harbour Nights of 2022 took place on Front Street on Wednesday evening [June 1], with over 60 local vendors taking part. We will have a photo gallery later on, and in the meantime the live video is below. The 27-minute live video replay is below: Update: A 360 look around Update: Photos […]
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| A long-serving teacher is retiring after devoting more than 40 years of her career to Warwick Academy. Anne Coakley arrived in Bermuda in September 1979 and spent two years teaching at St George’s Secondary, then Clearwater Middle School, before moving to Warwick Academy. The 70-year-old taught several subjects, including food nutrition, needlework, religion, art and […]
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| The Paget Parish Council is inviting students to apply for their scholarships which have a value of $5,000 and $3,200. A spokesperson said, “The Paget Parish Council wishes to extend an invitation to eligible students to apply for the Paget Parish Undergraduate Scholarship or the Robert J. Wright Scholarship. “The Paget Parish Undergraduate scholarship has […]
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Since the last update, the Ministry of Health received 9,343 test results, and 330 were positive for the coronavirus, giving a test positivity rate of 3.5%.
These results are from testing done on:
Her Majesty The Queen has recognised the following people in her annual Birthday Honours Iist:
OBE:
• The Hon. K. H. Randolph Horton JP – for his services to sport and public service in Bermuda.
Queen’s Certificate and Badge of Honour:
• Mrs Ercinda Swan – for services to seniors and the physically challenged
• Mrs Cecille Snaith-Simmons – for services to culture
| The Ministry received 9,343 test results — spanning 7 days — and 330 were positive, so there are now 385 active cases, of which 13 people are in hospital, with 1 in ICU. A Government spokesperson said, “Since the last update, the Ministry of Health received 9,343 test results, and 330 were positive for the […]
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| During May 2022, the top 10 ‘most liked’ photos on the Bernews Instagram page included youth sailors, the Bermuda SailGP, a message from the Queen, Somerset Bridge, the Relay For Life, Horseshoe Bay, Gombeys, a Portuguese Man of War, the South Shore, and John Smith’s Bay. #1 – Youth Sailors View this post on Instagram […]
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| The first Harbour Nights of 2022 is taking place on Front Street this evening [June 1], with over 60 local vendors taking part. We will have a photo gallery later on, and in the meantime the live video is below. The 27-minute live video replay is below: Related Stories Harbour Nights Will Take Place Tomorrow […]
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| Comet sailing and Dinghy racing recently took place in St. George’s Harbour. Comet Sailing The 2022 Comet Sailboat season got underway in the St. George’s Harbour. Fresh from his time leading the Bermuda team in the SSL Gold Cup, Rockal Evans won the regatta with 4 points. Evans and his crew Taj Maxwell finished second […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [June 1] include Bermudian status, permanent resident certificate and acting appointments. Bermudian Status – Section 19A Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Bermudian Status – Section 19A Notice ID: GN0567/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Immigration Publication date: 01 June 2022 Notice is hereby given that application has been made […]
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| Randolph Horton, Cindy Swan, and Cecille Snaith-Simmons have all been recognized in the annual Queen’s Birthday Honours List. A spokesperson said, “Her Majesty The Queen has recognised the following people in her annual Birthday Honours Iist: “OBE: The Hon. K. H. Randolph Horton JP – for his services to sport and public service in Bermuda. […]
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| Jahmal Watts has been appointed as Service Manager at Auto Solutions, the automotive dealer announced today, while sales associate Somers Smith was named ‘Leading Suzuki Salesperson for the Caribbean region for Q1 2022 period.’ A spokesperson said, “Jahmal Watts has been appointed as Service Manager at Auto Solutions, the automotive dealer announced today. Formerly Mr. […]
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| Thursday, June 2 is expected to see a mix of sun & cloud; chance 1 or 2 late night showers, 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 WSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 78%. […]
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| Build a Brand Bermuda is getting set to host ‘Summer in the Tropics’ Vendors Market on Sunday [June 5] from 11.00am to 4.00pm at the Botanical Gardens. Alicia Trott, Creator of Build a Brand Bermuda, told Bernews, “Build a Brand Bermuda is an Entrepreneur Community that inspires Bermudians to focus on growing their legacy and […]
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| Chester Football Club announced the signing of Bermuda’s Kole Hall. The club’s announcement said, “Chester FC are delighted to announce the signing of striker Kole Hall. The 23-year-old has agreed a deal to join Calum McIntyre’s side for the 2022/23 campaign. “Hall, a Bermudoan international, ended last season on dual registration with National League side Altrincham […]
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