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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 July 2022 the company has repurchased 15,457 shares at an average repurchase price of $6.32 per share. These shares have been retained as treasury shares. Related Stories Argus Group Share Repurchases […] |
| August 5 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,382.30, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 65 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF], and the full report for the week is available |
| Five outstanding high school students from Bermuda’s private and public schools recently took to the stage to compete in the 21st Annual Alpha Beautillion under the direction of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Epsilon Theta Lambda Chapter, Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “These outstanding young men were nominated to participate in the Alpha Beautillion by […] |
| Malcolm Durrant, President of the Bermuda Senior Golfers’ Society [BSGS], recently presented a cheque for $2,000 to Colleen English De Grilla, Executive Director of the PALS charity. A spokesperson said, “The money was raised from members playing in the Society’s Annual Charity Golf Tournament earlier this year, which marks the 70th anniversary of the founding […] |
| The Bermuda Post Office [BPO] held a Commemorative Stamp unveiling yesterday [Aug 4] in recognition of the St David’s Islanders and Native Community’s 20th Anniversary Pow Wow. “It is critically important that we preserve the traditions and culture of our Native American ancestors, such as the Pow Wow, to remind all of Bermuda of this […] |
| 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 […] |
| The high jump portion of the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham has concluded, and the record-breaking jump by Bermuda’s Clarence “Nicky” Saunders continues to stand the test of time, remaining unbroken after 32 years. Mr. Saunders – who also made three Olympic appearances for Bermuda – leaped 2.36 metres [7.74ft] at the 1990 Commonwealth Games […] |
| The official Government and Legal notices for today [August 5] include permanent resident certificate, acting appointments and notice of intended marriages. Permanent Resident’s Certificate – PRC 31ZB Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Permanent Resident Certificate – PRC 31ZB Notice ID: GN0775/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Immigration Publication date: 05 August 2022 Notice is hereby given that application […] |
| Saturday, August 6 is expected to see variable cloud, increased chance of showers by late morning, with the high to be near 31°C/87°F and the low to be near 27°C/80°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be east. The relative humidity is expected to be near 77%. Sunrise will be at […] |
“It is critically important that we preserve the traditions and culture of our Native American ancestors, such as the Pow Wow, to remind all of Bermuda of this poignant and prominent part of our history,” said the Hon. Wayne Furbert JP, MP at the unveiling of the Post Office’s Commemorative Stamp collection honouring the 20th Anniversary of the St David’s Islanders and Native Community’s Pow Wow.
| The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] held the legends Scholarship Awards on Thursday [Aug 4] at the National Sports Centre. A spokesperson said, “The BFA Legends Scholarship is presented to Bermuda’s brightest football student athletes who embody the spirit of the legends of the game in Bermuda. Five student athletes received a scholarship award during the […] |
| “The Government’s inefficiencies are depriving Bermudians of the fundamental right to freedom of movement as promised in the constitution,” OBA MP Jarion Richardson said in regards to passport processing. Mr Richardson — the Deputy Leader of the OBA and Shadow Minister for Labour & the Cabinet — said, “Has Economy and Labour Minister Jason Hayward […] |
| The Government has issued a marine advisory in advance of the annual Round-the-Island Powerboat Race on Sunday. A Government spokesperson said, “The annual Round-the-Island Powerboat Race will take place on Sunday, 7 August, between 12 – 3:30 p.m. n the interest of marine safety, the following sea channels will be closed to regular maritime traffic during the […] |
| [Written by Stephen Wright] Yushae-DeSilva and Omar Hayward claimed bronze medals at the Veldhoven World Boccia Challenger event in the Netherlands yesterday. Both players reached the semi-finals of their respective categories, the BC1 women’s division and BC1 men’s division. Hayward lost his semi-final against Greece’s Panagiotis Soulanis 5-2 but returned to winning ways in the third-place […] |
| Inter-Island Communications is getting set to present the Hott Magic Summer Showcase event on Saturday, August 20 from 8.00pm to 1.00am at the CedarBridge Courtyard. An online promo said, “Local artists The Soul Sistas, Jesse Seymour, Willard ‘Will B’ Burch, The Kings’ Brand featuring Arijahknow Livewires, Lyaness, Sheila Smith, Gita Blakeney and Desta Zion. MC: […] |
| American postal worker and artist Paul DeMelin recently returned to Bermuda after visiting via a cruise to give strangers digital drawings of their homes. The Patriot Ledger website said, “His colorful, good-hearted gifts began with a single digital photograph, taken on his phone, of four pastel houses on the island of St. George’s in Bermuda […] |
| Town Crier Ed Christopher wins multiple awards, Yushae DeSilva-Andrade and Omar Hayward win bronze medals, Zen Marley Mello wins competition, 38 students join BHB for summer internships, Giovanni Hollis earns BFIS CG scholarship and Sarah Medeiros & Jonathan Jervis earn MJM education awards are some of the stories in this morning’s [Aug 5] Bernews Newsflash. […] |
| August 4 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,382.30, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 65 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories LOM Company Shares Purchased By Director ‘Active And Significant Year For The BSX’ […] |
Bermuda signed off from the Concacaf Girls Under-15 Championship in Tampa, Florida, on a losing note today.
The island’s youngsters succumbed to their second loss of th…
| [Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda cyclist Kaden Hopkins was the top amateur finisher in the men’s time-trial after producing a thrilling ride at the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham. All of the riders finishing ahead of Hopkins, who came an impressive eleventh, were UCI World Tour or Continental Team cyclists. The 22-year-old completed the technical 37.4-kilometre course, […] |
| “I wish to take this opportunity to thank those members of the public who bravely stepped forward to assist police officers during an incident on Front Street in which an officer was bitten by a dog,” Commissioner of Police Darrin Simons said. Police Commissioner Simons said, “That officer has been released from hospital and is receiving further […] |
| “Regarding Bermuda’s economic performance, I am pleased to report that in the 1st quarter of 2022, Bermuda’s economy continues its positive trend, supported by the rebounding of tourism and strong consumer spending,” Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward said. 1st Quarter GDP and Economic Performance The Minister said, “After adjusting for inflation, real GDP […] |
| MJM Limited announced that Sarah Medeiros earned their $10,0000 Legal Scholarship, while Jonathan Jervis will receive a bursary valued at $5,000. A spokesperson said, “MJM’s annual Legal Scholarship is granted to an outstanding Bermudian or Permanent Resident Certificate Holder [PRC] who aspires to enter the field of law and is committed to return to Bermuda […] |
| 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 […] |
| Bermudian college student Giovanni Hollis has been awarded the 2022 BFIS CG Insurance Alan Peacock Scholarship valued at $25,000 for two academic years, totalling $50,000. A spokesperson said, “Mr. Hollis is currently a junior at Northeastern University, pursuing an Industrial Engineering major and a double minor in Healthcare Systems Operations and Math. In addition to […] |