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| The Government said that a household mailer — entitled ‘Five Years Of Working For You’ — is being sent out which provides “an update of the programmes, policies and initiatives that have been undertaken and completed over the last five years.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Government advised today that it has shared a household […] |
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| “With the new academic year about to begin, why hasn’t the Department of Education published its plan in order for both parents and teachers alike to know what to expect?” Shadow Education Minister Ben Smith said. Mr. Smith said, “What will be the Covid protocols for students and teachers? Can teachers have access to their […] |
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| There was a three vehicle collision — involving a car, taxi and motorcycle — on South Road in Paget this afternoon. A police spokesperson said, “Around 12:31pm on Friday 19th of August 2022, police and other first responders attended a report of a three vehicle collision along South Road in Paget near the junction with […] |
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| Registration for the 2022 Dive In Festival is now open, with the event set to take place from September 27 to September 29. A spokesperson said, “Registration for over 150+ diversity and inclusion events in Bermuda is now open. Mary Ann Sieghart, Adrian Hartnett-Beasley, Latisha Lister-Burgess, Jessica Lewis, and Kristin White are some of the confirmed speakers at […] |
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| Bermuda’s Under 14 football team defeated Barbados 2 – 0 in their final match in the Group Stage of the 2022 Caribbean Football Union [CFU] U14 Challenge Series. The Caribbean Football Union report said, “Bermuda dashed Barbados’ hopes of qualifying to the 2022 CFU Boys’ U1-4 Challenge Series Tier II finals on Thursday, defeating them […] |
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| Bermuda fencers were back in action as the 2022 Commonwealth Fencing Championships continued in London, England. Only one Bermuda fencer competed on day 9 of the competition, with 14-year-old Rhys Swift finishing 33rd in the cadet men’s sabre individual division. Related Stories Fencers At Commonwealth Championships Fencers Compete In Men’s Sabre Division Fencers Compete In Epee Division […] |
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| The Bermuda Professional Golf Association members took to the Belmont Hills Golf Course for their Professional Medal Round. Scott Roy shot a round of 1-over par 71 to win by five strokes, Camiko Smith and Cory DeSilva shot 6-over pars 76’s to finish second and Jeffery Lindo finished third with a round of 7-over par […] |
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| Bermudian footballer Sincere Hall scored for the Hull City Under-21 team as they lost 4-2 the Bristol City Under 21 team. Bristol City scored to take the 1- lead and then Hall scored to pull Hull City even, however three goals later, Bristol City claimed the 4 – 2 win. Related Stories Results: 11 Bermudian Footballers […] |
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In preparation for COP 27, which will be held in Egypt later this year, Deputy Premier and Minster of Home Affairs, the Hon. Walter Roban, JP, MP, travelled to Nassau, The Bahamas. There he participated in the ‘First Regional Heads of Government Meeting in preparation for COP27’ held from 16-18 August.
| Bermuda’s “inflation rate is gouging the pockets of most Bermudians,” Opposition Leader Cole Simons said, adding that people are leaving the island, and the Premier and Cabinet “must do more to empower Bermudians so that they can feel encouraged and confident about living in Bermuda – not overseas.” Mr. Simons said, “The Government’s stated 3.5 […] |
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| Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban participated in the ‘First Regional Heads of Government Meeting in preparation for COP27′ held earlier this month in the Bahamas. A Government spokesperson said, “In preparation for COP 27, which will be held in Egypt later this year, Deputy Premier and Minister of Home Affairs, the Hon. Walter Roban, […] |
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| “It’s time for the Travel Authorization Form [TA] to be eliminated,” OBA MP Michael Dunkley said, asking “how can the Government not see that this form is now outdated and unnecessary?” Mr. Dunkley — who is the Shadow Health Minister — said, “When will the TA be eliminated? It’s time! The One Bermuda Alliance supports the […] |
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| AXA XL announced that the 2022 AXA XL Scholarship has been awarded to 19-year-old Daniel Osset. A spokesperson said, “AXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA SA [“AXA”], today announced that the 2022 AXA XL Scholarship has been awarded to University of British Columbia [“UBC”] Sauder School of Business student Daniel Osset. […] |
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| The City of Hamilton launched a marketing campaign for Pier 6, saying that the 6500 sq ft space is “currently undergoing a stunning transformation” and the expected completion date is Fall 2022. A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton is excited to launch its marketing campaign for Pier 6 – Hamilton’s premier event venue. “A […] |
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| [Written by Mikaela Ian Pearman] Anytime a celebrity chef comes to Bermuda, I have to find my way there. Why?! Because I know the food is going to be top notch and the experience will be incredible. But also because I love all things food and meeting awesome chefs is always a vibe. Last weekend, […] |
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| A male motorcycle rider was transported to hospital after a collision in Pembroke this afternoon [Aug 18]. A police spokesperson said, “Around 4:15pm on Thursday 18th August, 2022, police and other first responders were dispatched to a report of a serious two vehicle collision involving a private motor car and a motorcycle. “Details are limited […] |
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| Friday, August 19 is expected to see becoming bright and sunny, with the high to be near 31°C/88°F and the low to be near 27°C/80°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 75%. Sunrise will be at 6.45am and sunset will be […] |
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| The 2022 Commonwealth Fencing Championships continue in London, with Bermuda athletes in action. Three Bermuda fencers competed on day 8 of the competition in the veteran men’s Sabre individual division. Federico Candiolo finished 41st in the division, Donald Treanor finished 58th, and Ben Jewett finished 66th. Related Stories Fencers At Commonwealth Championships Fencers Compete In […] |
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