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| [Written by Dale Butler] The three top local vocalists slated to render outstanding performances before lunchtime patrons at the well-established “Creatives Live!” event on the steps of the historic City Hall were Toni Robinson, Sheila Smith and Samantha Smith. However, when it was announced that Sheila would not be available, the audience took it in stride […]
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| Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport Dr. Ernest Peets will be joining Bernews at 6.00pm this evening [May 24] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series, with Minister Peets set to discuss the upcoming Bermuda Day celebrations. This year will mark the full return of the Bermuda Day parade, which has […]
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| The MarketPlace has provided information about their opening hours during the Bermuda Day holiday. Monday, May 23 – Thursday, May 26 – Open 7am – 9pm Friday, May 27 – All stores closed Saturday, May 28 – Open 7am – 9pm Sunday, May 29 – Open 9am – 7pm For extensive coverage of Bermuda Day […]
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| The Raleigh International Bermuda charity said they continue to “fully operate its existing and planned Programmes despite the announcement by Raleigh International UK to cease its own operations by the end of May 2022.” A spokesperson said, “Raleigh International UK has cited reasons for its closure as the combination of reduced funding and foreign aid, and the […]
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| The United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative [UNEP FI] has confirmed Aspen‘s status as a signatory to the Principles of Sustainable Insurance [PSI]. A spokesperson said, “For the past two years, a key part of our ESG strategy has been actively participating in the UN Sustainable Development Goals, and now, we’ve extended this commitment as […]
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| Cleveland County defeated Warwick Workmen’s Club by 40 runs at the Southampton Oval. Cleveland County batted first and was bowled out for 131, Curtis Jackson was the top scorer with 30, while Malachi Jones led the Warwick Workmen’s bowling attack with figures of 6.3-1-11-4. In reply Warwick Workmen’s Club was bowled out for 91, Jones […]
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| “Bermuda SailGP is another example of Bermuda’s position as a world-class sporting destination, and a positive step towards reestablishing Bermuda’s global profile as we rebuild pre-pandemic tourism industry,” the BTA said today. A spokesperson said, “A picture-perfect weekend on Bermuda’s Great Sound provided the ideal stage for the thrilling kick-off for SailGP Season 3. Thursday […]
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| The Cabinet Office today outlined the events taking place next month to mark Her Majesty The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. A Government spokesperson said, “In the UK, The Platinum Jubilee Central Weekend takes place from June 2 – 5, and throughout the Commonwealth and the Overseas Territories there are number of events planned. The local events […]
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| [Written by Carla Seely] Rarely does an employee work for the same employer for fifty years. For most of us, we have worked for different organizations in a variety of different capacities during our working lives and, during our tenure at these various organizations, most of us have accumulated some pension funds along the way. […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [May 23] include notice of intended marriages. Marriage Notice: Kathleen Kaye Remoto & Nino Leo Geson Notice Type: Legal Notice Notice Sub Type: Notice of Intended Marriage Notice ID: LN0226/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Registry General Publication date: 23 May 2022 The Marriage Act, 1944 Notice of Intended Marriage […]
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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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| Tuesday, May 24 is expected to see a mix of sun and cloud, with the high to be near 27°C/80°F and the low to be near 23°C/74°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 85%. Sunrise will be at 6.16am and sunset […]
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The Ministry of Economy and Labour is pleased to advise that there is an upcoming biometric collection session for Bermudians seeking Canadian Visas. The public will recall that due to the impact of COVID-19, the Canadian Government instituted a travel ban for Canadian public servants. As a result, representatives from the Consulate General of Canada in New York could not facilitate the Biometric Identification Process for Canadian Visa Applicants in Bermuda.
| The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] confirmed they are “currently conducting inquiries into two reported burglaries at City of Hamilton businesses.” A police spokesperson said, “P-Tech on Reid Street, near the junction with Queen Street, was burglarised around 1:40am Monday, 23rd May 2022. It appears that two men gained entry into the store. “Both suspects were […]
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| The police have confirmed the death of 52-year-old Robert Hudson, who died following a collision on St George’s on Sunday, marking the sixth road fatality of the year. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] can now confirm the death of 52-year-old Robert Hudson, Bermuda’s sixth road fatality for 2022, and extends sincere […]
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| Fleet frontrunners Punta del Este were embroiled in a fierce battle with WTC Logistics in Race 11 of the Clipper Race. Punta del Este crossed the second Finish Gate first on Thursday [May 19] at 20:28:06 UTC, with WTC Logistics six minutes behind. GoToBermuda managed to claim third place. Jeronimo Santos, Punta del Este skipper, […]
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| Starting today [May 23] the public has been invited to watch as the porch starts being rebuilt at the old Pub on the Square in St. George’s was rebuilt, with free food on offer from Freddies Buffet and Glaze Bakery. A spokesperson previously said, “Everyone is welcome to watch from a close but safe distance […]
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| There is an upcoming biometric collection session for Bermudians seeking Canadian Visas, set for June 6th and 7th. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Economy and Labour is pleased to advise that there is an upcoming biometric collection session for Bermudians seeking Canadian Visas. The public will recall that due to the impact of […]
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| Two weeks after hosting the Senior End of Season Awards Ceremony, the Bermuda Football Association [BFA] held its first-ever End of Season Youth Awards Ceremony for the 2021/22 Appleby Youth Leagues and All Girls’ Leagues, honouring some of the island’s top male and female youth players, as well as their Coaches. The Association previously announced […]
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| Cahow fledging season is beginning on Nonsuch Island, with a “record number of birds for the Cahow Recovery Project.” Jeremy Madeiros, principal conservationist for the Cahow recovery project, said, “From only 18 breeding pairs, making up the entire population of the Cahow when the program began in the early 1960s, the Cahow population has now […]
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| Conor White was back in action competing in the Joe Martin Stage Race in Arkansas, taking part in the 4th and final stage, which was a criterium. White clocked a time of 1:24:34 to finish 29th, he finished 13 seconds behind the stage winner Bryan Gomez who finished in a time of 1:24:21. He finished […]
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| The Bermuda Cricket Board [BCB] has entered into a sponsorship agreement with BF&M Limited for the BCB Women’s National Training Team and the U19 Men’s National Training Team. A spokesperson said, “The Executive of the Bermuda Cricket Board is pleased to announce a sponsorship agreement with insurance company BF&M Limited for the BCB Women’s National […]
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