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| Only one match took place at the TN Tatem Middle School Field, as the Bermuda Flag Football Summer League season continued, with the single game producing 71 points. The Black Sharks defeated the Blue Bombers 59 – 12, the Player of the Game for Black Sharks was Shane Granville with 2 receiving touchdowns, 2 interceptions […] |
| July 25 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,230.73, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 64 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’ […] |
| “We shall never forget the importance of this annual two-day cricket classic. Cup Match is so much more than a two-day cricket game – it is part of our culture and heritage,” said Premier David Burt at the cheque presentation to the Somerset Cricket Club. The Premier said, “The Government understands that for both Clubs […] |
| The Ministry of Public Works advised that the lane closure on Old Military Road in Devonshire will be extended to allow BELCO to continue its trenching work, with the closure set to continue until September 2nd, 2022. The advisory follows below [PDF here]: Related Stories BRSC: “Our Roads – National Health Crisis” 37-Year-Old U.K. Visitor […] |
| The Department of Marine and Ports Services has advised that the Rockaway Ferry stop will reopen today [July 25]. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Works and Engineering has completed the repairs to the ramp for embarkation. Scheduled service to Rockaway will resume at 4:10 pm today, departing from Hamilton. “The Department apologises for […] |
| In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, the Bank of Butterfield announced that Michael Covell has retired from the Board of Directors effective today [July 25]. Michael Collins, Butterfield’s Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, said, “On behalf of the Board of Directors, I would like to thank Mike for his valuable contributions and insight, particularly as […] |
| The official Government and Legal notices for today [July 25] include notice of intended marriages. Maritime Marriage Notice: Ben Abrahams & Chanmorokoth Hem Notice Type: Legal Notice Notice Sub Type: Notice of Intended Marriage [Maritime] Notice ID: LN0380/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Registry General Publication date: 25 July 2022 The Maritime Marriage Act, 1999 Notice of Intended Marriage […] |
| 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 […] |
| Tuesday, July 26 is expected to see early cloud & showers clear; bright & sunny towards midday, with the high to be near 31°C/87°F and the low to be near 26°C/79°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be south. The relative humidity is expected to be near 74%. Sunrise will be […] |
| HSBC Bermuda helped to spread holiday spirit today [July 25] with a Cup Match motorcade traveling from their St. George’s branch to Hamilton, greeting onlookers as it traveled around. While the motorcade may have left the east end, it sported both Somerset and St George’s colours, and another motorcade will take place tomorrow, leaving Somerset […] |
| Eden Robinson, Grace Reeves, Madison Smith and Nicholas Hassell are taking part in the Allied World Bermuda 8-week summer internship program. A spokesperson said, “Allied World Bermuda launched a structured 8-week summer internship program that went from June 6th to July 29th this year. Four talented Bermudians were selected this year out of a competitive […] |
| BBC World Service Sport recently featured Bermudian triathlete Dame Flora Duffy ahead of the upcoming Commonwealth Games. Dame Flora recently earned her a nomination for the Commonwealth Games GOAT [Greatest of All Time] award, and is considered to be a medal contender at these Games. The 2022 Commonwealth Games – which will take place in […] |
| The City of Hamilton is advising the public of trenching work that will take place tomorrow [July 26], resulting in detours on part of Richmond Road. A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton wishes to advise motorists, businesses, and the general public of the following road closure on Tuesday July 26th for the purposes of […] |
| Errin Cann won a Wushu Taolu [forms] medal at the 13th Pan American Wushu Championships in Brazil. Cann’s score of 8.250 in Female Group C [11 & under] Jianshu [straight sword] was good enough to capture second place and the silver medal. USA’s Sabrina Ding captured the gold and Chile’s Sara Bruno rounded out the […] |
| [Written by Stephen Wright] Erica Hawley believes she has grown beyond recognition as a triathlete since she first stepped up to the elite level at the Commonwealth Games on the Gold Coast, Australia, four years ago. Hawley was only 19 years old at those Games, where she finished an impressive sixteenth in the individual race and […] |
| The International Development Academy Bermuda Select teams recently took part in the Super Cup Youth Football Tournament Opening Ceremony in Northern Ireland. Bermuda is being represented the under 14, under 16 and under 18 divisions. Each team is guaranteed five matches with various divisional championships contested after group play. The IDA Bermuda teams played warmup […] |
| [Updating] The 2022 Cup Match holiday is being celebrated this week, and we will be bringing you some of the key information, plus stories, photo and video updates of the various celebrations as able. Links To Some Of The Key Information Parking restrictions/traffic notice for west end [link] Government & City trash collection changes [link] […] |
| [Written by Stephen Wright] Donna Raynor, the Bermuda chef de mission, said the anticipation is building in the team’s camp as the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham approaches. A 17-member squad will represent Bermuda at the Games, which starts with the opening ceremony at the Alexander Stadium on Thursday. Raynor, the former Bermuda National Athletics Association president, […] |
| Tickets for the annual Cup Match Classic – which is set to be held on Thursday [July 28] and Friday [July 29] – are now available. Tickets are priced at $25 for adults, $15 for children under 12, and $10 for seniors. The G Pass website said, “The annual Cup Match Classic is a hallmark […] |
| Somerset Cricket Club won the Colts Cup Match this weekend. Defending champions St. George’s Cricket Club won the toss and sent Somerset Cricket Club to bat. Somerset Cricket Club scored 255/5 in 48.1 overs. Jaiden Manders was the top scorer with 107; his runs came off 125 balls. Manders hit 16 fours, Jerez Eve added […] |
| The Bermuda Sandcastle Competition used their always artistic skills to wish everyone a happy Cup Match holiday, combining two elements of the island, creating a sculpture with treefrogs with a cricket ball & bat, noting that “locals be boasting louder than the tree frogs on who is taking home the Cup.” The Bermuda Sandcastle Competition posted photos […] |
| Western Stars Angels were crowned the Women’s Playoff Champions as they defeated Rainbows three games to two in their best of five series. Angels took a 2 – 1 games lead when they upended Rainbows 10 – 5. Cassandra Trott was a perfect 4 for 4 at the plate while Terry Paynter, Shuntae Todd and […] |
| This weekend, the SPCA team rescued a dog and her five puppies after they were found under a van. In an online post, the Bermuda SPCA said, “This weekend the SPCA team rescued this sweet warrior of a dog had given birth to her five puppies just before we collected her. When we arrived, Xena […] |
| The Portuguese Cultural Association of Bermuda is reminding the public that registration for the Portuguese School of Bermuda for the upcoming year is open and can be made online at PortugueseBDA.com. A spokesperson said, “The School is run as an afterschool programme, holding classes for primary-school aged students across 6 grade levels. “The Portuguese School […] |
“As Cup Match approaches, we anticipate that there will be increased excitement and activity as we prepare for a long weekend of events. However, as we enjoy ourselves, it’s important to engage in responsible behaviour and think of the health and safety of others,” said the Minister of National Security Michael Weeks in advance of the busy holiday period.
Minister Weeks stressed that he hopes residents will make good choices and cautioned that there will be a visible presence of Police and other uniformed services over the holiday period to ensure public safety.