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| “Bermuda’s Economy is moving in the right direction, and the Government will keep its promise to deliver even more relief to workers while maintaining fiscal discipline,” said Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt, as he announced that Moody’s Investor Service affirmed Bermuda’s A2 issuer and senior unsecured bond ratings, and maintained Bermuda’s stable outlook. […]
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| “Consumers paid 2.5% more in March than they did a year ago for the basket of goods and services included in the Consumer Price Index [CPI]” and “this level of inflation was the same as the February 2022 annual inflation rate of 2.5%.” This is according to the March 2022 Consumer Price Index publication from […]
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| The Ministry of Health is “reminding the public that the current supply of the Covid-19 vaccines expires at the end of June,” and noted that currently, Covid-19 vaccines are available at the following locations during June: Somerset pharmacy, Wee-Care Pediatrics, Edgewood Pediatric Services, Omni Medical, Northshore Medical, Somers Medical Services/Dr Laura Murphy, Bermuda Healthcare Services/Dr […]
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| Young Bermudian sailors Sebastian Kempe and Nicole Stovell recently won their classes at the RYA Youth National Championships held in Wales. Ipswich Star website said, “Students from the Royal Hospital School [HRS] in Holbrook, Ipswich, have dominated the podium at a national sailing championship. “The RYA Youth National Championships, held in Pwllheli, Wales, saw two current […]
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| Bermuda officials are assisting the U.S. Coast Guard as it searches for two American citizens who were reported overdue after departing Virginia heading for the Azores, with U.S. officials stating they are working “with our counterparts in Bermuda to accurately determine the most intelligent search area for our air crews. ” A U.S. Coast Guard spokesperson said, […]
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| [Written by Ryan Robinson Perinchief] On this day five years ago, the Future Leaders Programme was founded on June 22, 2017. Although I have spent some weeks reflecting on this milestone, rather than share that publicly at this time I would like to take a page out of the late Ms. Laverne Furbert’s book by […]
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| Whitney Institute Middle School students recently engaged in a range of activities designed to promote mental health awareness, including greeting motorists with posters they created showcasing positive messages. A spokesperson said, “May was Mental Health Awareness Month. Throughout the month, Whitney Institute Middle School students engaged in activities designed to promote mental health awareness. “A grub […]
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| The Progressive Labour Party [PLP] paid tribute to the late Olga Scott, noting her legacy of service to our community and saying that “Bermuda is a better place due to her work.” A spokesperson said, “The Progressive Labour Party is deeply saddened by the passing of Mrs. Olga Scott, OBE, wife of former Premier & Party […]
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| Top Spanish sports scientists, Elena Isla and Javier Mallo, recently provided local football coaches, conditioning coaches, trainers and physios with a 15 1/2 hour seminar hosted by FootSail ltd. A spokesperson said, “The objective was to offer those working in team sports, or aspiring to work in team sports, with information that would enhance their […]
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| Members of our Special Olympics team will be joining Bernews at 8.00pm tonight [June 22] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series. The team is fresh off their medal winning performance at the 2022 Special Olympics USA Summer Games in Florida, where equestrian Eden Woolery won a bronze medal in the […]
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| Award winning author Florence Webbe Maxwell will be holding a discussion on her book Girlcott today [June 22] at 6.00pm at the Bermuda National Library. A spokesperson said, “Take advantage of this opportunity to connect with Bermuda’s very own internationally recognized and award winning author, Mrs. Florence Webbe Maxwell. “Join us for a reception and […]
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| [Written by Mikaela Ian Pearman] Hundreds of beautiful people dressed head to toe in white, incredible DJs, awesome bars and great food. This was Glow Bermuda! On Sunday night, I headed to my first actual fete for Carnival in Bermuda weekend and Glow was an excellent first stop. Being arguably one of the best events over […]
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| Bermuda made an excellent start in the 2022 International Street & Ball Hockey Federation Men’s World Championships in Quebec, defeating Pakistan by a score of 5 – 3. Bermuda jumped out to a 3 – 0 first period lead, with two goals from Matthew Benson and a single strike from Robbie Bailey. Pakistan got back into […]
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| Future Flora Duffys and Tyler Butterfields can develop their swim, bike and run skills at the Junior Triathlon Camp at Clearwater Beach in St George’s next month. The Bermuda Triathlon Association camp runs from July 4 to 8, starting at 8 am and finishing at 1 pm. Sponsored by Butterfield & Vallis, to sign-up for the camp, […]
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| Employees from Aspen were excited to plant the first young red mangrove trees in their sponsored Coastal Red Mangrove Forest on Trunk Island – the Bermuda Zoological Society’s [BZS] ‘Living Classroom’ on June 3rd. In July 2021, Aspen pledged to donate $25K per year, for the next five years, to support the creation of the coastal […]
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| [Written by Taj Donville-Outerbridge] ‘Pride’ is first and foremost, a protest! ‘Pride’ is a march held annually to protest the oppression, discrimination, and violence faced by the LGBTQ+ community. ‘Pride’ is the physical embodiment of the grassroots fight for equality and equity. ‘Pride’ is held in most jurisdictions across the globe. The first ‘Pride’, or […]
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| Following his recent induction into the Azorean Order of Merit by the Legislative Assembly of the Azores, Trevor Moniz travelled to the Azores to receive the award in person. Mr Moniz attended the Formal Session marking Azores Day, in the city of Lagoa on the morning of Monday, 6 June 2022. The ceremony was presided over jointly […]
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| The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a simple classic photo of Bermuda’s beautiful waters. The design is available in two sizes; a Facebook profile cover image and also in a vertical format, ideally sized for use as a mobile phone wallpaper, WhatsApp status image or Instagram story. You can download both sizes below, […]
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| June 21 saw 2,443 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $18,290.00 BD. 243 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing up 1.7% at $30.00 per share, while the other 2,200 shares were traded by Bermuda Press [Holdings] Ltd, closing up 11.1% at $5.00 per share. The BSX finished at […]
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| The Albert College boarding school in Canada celebrated their graduation on Saturday and recognized the Class of 2022, which includes Bermudians Lara Backeberg, Thomas Evans, Jessica Mello and Cainan Tucker – all of whom won awards. A spokesperson said, “Forty-one students representing seven countries graduated from Albert College in Canada on Saturday, including four students […]
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| As of this afternoon [June 20] just over half the Newport Bermuda Race fleet has finished in Bermuda, with some seen berthed in Hamilton, including the island’s own Spirit of Bermuda, which completed the race today. The race got underway on Friday [June 17], with the 187 strong fleet starting the 635-nautical mile ocean race, with […]
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| The Senate is scheduled to be in session on Wednesday [June 22], and Bills due for their second reading include The Land Valuation and Tax Amendment Act 2022, The Electricity Amendment Act 2022 and the Consideration of draft ‘Lease Agreement between the Government of Bermuda [Ministry of Public Works] and Gorhams Limited’. The audio stream […]
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| Bermuda Hospitals Board has published a five-year strategy for Mid-Atlantic Wellness Institute services, noting that “it provides a pathway for mental health, intellectual disability and substance use services.” The MWI Directorate Plan 2021-2026 was developed following the launch of the BHB Strategic Plan 2021-2026 last year. R Scott Pearman, Deputy CEO, says: “I’m very proud to […]
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| The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] announced that Reece Jones Jr. and Rahzir Smith-Jones have signed contracts with Hartley Wintney FC, a semi-professional football club in England. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] is proud to announce National Team players Reece Jones Jr. and Rahzir Smith-Jones have signed a contract with Hartley Wintney FC […]
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| There will be an ‘Emancipation Cup Match‘ walkabout held in Somerset next month, taking people on a route which will include sites which tell the “stories of yesteryear.” A spokesperson said, “Friends of Sandys welcome members of the public to share in an Emancipation “Cup Match” walkabout in Somerset. Two Sunday morning walks are planned […]
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| Argus Group Holdings Limited today [June 21] announced net income for the year ended March 31, 2022 of $25.7 million compared to $10.1 million in the previous year. Argus Chief Executive Officer, Alison Hill stated, “This year’s financial results are outstanding. We invite our shareholders, investors and our customers to take a closer look at […]
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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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| BF&M Limited today reported shareholders’ net loss for the three months ended 31st March 2022, of $6.7 million as compared to the shareholders’ net income for the comparative period in 2021 of $6.5 million. Group Chairman and CEO John Wight stated: “Our first quarter results were negatively impacted by investment income losses driven by rising […]
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| The Economic Development Department announced that 12 Bermudians have been “selected to participate in a global FinTech education programme resulting from a partnership between the Government of Bermuda, ViableEdu and NEXT, the island’s first digital asset industry association.” A spokesperson said, “NEXT companies are collectively sponsoring the learners’ access to the Fintech Apprenticeship Programme, a […]
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| Summer Sunday: City Funday iwill take place in Victoria Park on Sunday, July 17th, with live entertainment, dance troupes, the Gombeys, vendors, fun castles, prizes and more. A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton is thrilled to announce that Summer Sunday: City Funday is back after a forced two-year break and will take place in Victoria […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [June 21] include boards appointments and assent. Board Public Service Vehicles Licensing Amended Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Boards Appointments Notice ID: GN0633/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication date: 21 June 2022 The Minister of Transport is pleased to make the following appointments. Public Service Vehicles […]
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| Jesse Washington was back in action competing in the 19th FINA World Championships in Budapest, Hungary. The Bermudian swimmer finished 2nd in Heat 2 of the men’s 100m freestyle touching the wall in a time of 51.94; with the time seeing him finish 62nd overall. Related Stories Elijah Daley Wins Silver Medal In Championships Daley […]
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