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| Live performances at outdoor locations, expansion of the City of Hamilton busking programme, and the Bermuda Swizzle and Seafood Festivals are among some of the aspects of the Great Sound Entertainment Series. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Tourism Authority, in partnership with the Government of Bermuda, has announced its support of the Great Sound Entertainment Series, […] |
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| “BELCO has not made any attempt to correct the public record,” the Regulatory Authority of Bermuda [RA] said, adding that “as a result, the RA is now considering all legal and regulatory options relating to BELCO’s statements.” This follow after the RA released a public statement earlier this month saying that “in response to public […] |
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| Mosaic Insurance is marking a milestone this week, with two new hires sharing 100th employee honours. A spokesperson said, “Emma Denny and Derrieka Johnson have joined the specialist insurer, which launched 18 months ago, on February 4, 2021, and now has a team spanning hubs in Bermuda, London, New York, Chicago, and Toronto, with further […] |
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| Amelia Lewis was back in action competing in the ILCA 4 Youth World Championships 2022 on the waters of Vilamoura in Portugal. Lewis in a Girl’s Fleet of 156 sailors, moved up 10 more places from her starting position of 81st place to 71st place after 6 races. Sailors now have the opportunity to discard […] |
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| The Saltus Elite Athlete Programme [SEAP] has announced the class of 2022 student athletes with college commitments. A spokesperson said, “The Saltus Elite Athlete Programme is proud to announce the class of 2022 student athletes with college commitments: Sancho Smith: Track & Field – Clayton State University, Georgia; Massassi Maxwell-Smith: Track & Field – Coker […] |
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| Ayleal Dill and his Eastwood teammates picked up their first three points of the season with a 1 – 0 win over Heanor Town FC. The lone goal of the game came when Dill raced through in the 70th minute and calmly slotted past the Heanor keeper to make it 1 – 0. Related Stories […] |
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| Two women were transported to hospital following a two vehicle collision in Paget early this morning [Aug 18]. A police spokesperson said, “Around 1:40am on Thursday 18 August 2022, Police and other first responders were dispatched to a report of a serious two vehicle collision involving a car and a motorcycle, along Middle Road in […] |
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| [Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian Jamin Hodgkins kicked a series of conversions in Canada Under-20’s 32-24 defeat to Zimbabwe Under-20 in their opening game of the Canada Conference at the University of Guelph in Ontario last weekend. The fly-half, who has represented Bermuda Under-19, is a former Warwick Academy student and now attends Cardiff Met University […] |
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| Norwegian Cruise Line and Carnival Cruise Line — both of which sail to Bermuda — are among the major cruise lines that recently announced changes to their Covid policies, with both set to allow unvaccinated guests and reducing their testing requirements, noting that their policies are subject to local destination regulations. Norwegian Cruise Line A statement […] |
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| The Argus Group released its Annual Report for the financial year ended 31 March 2022, with the company saying “the report’s theme is More Than Meets The Eye, inviting the reader to take a closer look and learn how Argus is delivering value for shareholders through its accelerated pace of change and growth.” Argus Group Chief Executive […] |
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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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| [Written by Stephen Wright] Nahki Wells said he was thrilled to “take his chance” after scoring his first goal of the season in Bristol City’s 2-0 win at home to Luton Town in the Sky Bet Championship. Wells admits he was surprised to be handed his first league start of the campaign by City manager Nigel […] |
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| [Written by Stephen Wright] Dage Minors brings the curtain down on his memorable season when he competes at the NACAC Senior Championships in Freeport, the Bahamas, this week. Minors heads to the Caribbean in fine form, having set a personal best and new national record at the West Chester Mile in Pennsylvania last week, finishing sixth […] |
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| Thursday, August 18 is expected to see early cloud & slight chance of a shower; brighter afternoon, 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 76%. Sunrise will be […] |
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| Amendments will go into effect on August 22, with the changes set to “allow unvaccinated travelers to come to Bermuda.” Minister of Health Kim Wilson said, “I am pleased to advise that Amendments to the Quarantine [Covid-19] [No. 3] Order 2020 will go into effect on August 22, 2022. These changes will allow unvaccinated travelers […] |
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| The Ministry received 4,169 test results — spanning 7 days — and 118 were positive, so there are now 144 known active cases, of which 7 people are in hospital. A Government spokesperson said, “Since the last update, the Ministry of Health received 4169 test results, and 118 were positive for the coronavirus, giving a […] |
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| The Bermuda Chamber of Commerce announced that this evening’s [Aug 17] Harbour Nights event has been cancelled due to the weather. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Chamber of Commerce would like to inform the public of their decision to cancel Harbour Nights this evening. The Bermuda Weather Service Forecasts rainfall and increased winds for this […] |
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| Polaris Holding — the parent company to Stevedoring Services and East End Asphalt Company — announced that Ms. Zyon Minors is a recipient of a Polaris Holding Company Ltd. Education Award [PHCLEA]. A spokesperson said, “Ms. Minors is the daughter of Mr. Otis Minors, a Foreman at Stevedoring Services Limited. Zyon is attending the University […] |
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| Bermuda Realty Company Limited held a meeting at the Royal Bermuda Yacht Club on Wednesday, August 17 to recognize Professional Services team members and Coldwell Banker Bermuda Realty top agents. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Realty Company Limited held a company meeting at the Royal Bermuda Yacht Club on Wednesday, August 17 to recognize Professional Services […] |
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Following reports of several guinea pigs dumped within the boundary of Spittal Pond Nature Reserve, located off South Road, Smiths, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) wish to remind the public not to release unwanted pets into the environment.
While guinea pigs are trendy and endearing pets, they are also prolific breeders and voracious eaters that can cause significant ecological damage to sensitive habitats and crops.
| Vincent Boisvert continued competing in the Swiss Bowl Ten Pro Tournament in Switzerland. Boisvert competed in the boys born in the 2007 division. Due to playing his second round match, Boisvert had a walkover; his English opponent Ali Issah advanced to the semi-final. In the semi-final, Boisvert faced off against David Eid from Switzerland; Boisvert […] |
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