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| LOM Financial Limited announced that Leslie Rans has been appointed as an independent director with effect from 22nd April, 2022. A spokesperson said, “She will also serve on the boards of the company’s regulated subsidiaries in Bermuda and Bahamas. “As a senior executive, Leslie has extensive experience in both financial and operating environments with a […]
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| Minister of Health Kim Wilson is holding a press conference this morning [April 25] along with Mr Ian Stein, PAHO/WHO Representative to Jamaica, Bermuda and the Cayman Islands. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video should start at around 11.00am today. A Government spokesperson said, “Every year as […]
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| The Bermuda Volleyball Association junior club team concluded competing in the Rhode Island Rumble Tournament, finishing fifth and winning the silver bracket. The Paradise Hitters Under 13 team competed in the silver bracket on day two, picking up a 2 – 1 come from behind win over Husky 20-25, 25-11, 15-7. The Bermuda team then […]
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| The 2022 RAN Sevens Qualifiers concluded in Nassau, Bahamas, with Bermuda finishing fourth. In their opening match on day two, Bermuda took on Trinidad & Tobago in a quarter-final battle, claiming a tight match 7 – 5. In the semi-final, Bermuda fell to Jamaica 24 – 5, earning a spot in the third/fourth place match. […]
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| [Written by Steve Smith] The Bermuda Bicycle Association 2022 road race season kicked off on Sunday 24th April in bright sunshine with the VT Construction organised race covering a seven-mile loop through Smiths and Hamilton Parishes. The new three race categories started with the Open category, covering 6 laps [42 miles], followed by the Citizen […]
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| A total of 10 goals were scored at the National Sports Center Flora Duffy South Field Stadium in two Bermuda Football Association finals. Shield Final: Wolves 3 – Young Men Social Club 2 Wolves came from 2 – 0 down to defeat the Young Men Social Club 3 – 2 in the Shield Final. Wolves […]
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| The Government has advised the public to “take extreme care and caution while in or near the ocean given the increased presence of the Portuguese Man of War.” A spokesperson said, “Portuguese Man of War can be identified with their bluish gas-filled float on top of the water, however, their in-water tentacles are often not […]
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| Chayce Smith and Martina Olcheski-Bell ran to victory in the Run for Memories 5K Road Race in St. George’s. Smith ran away from the field from start to finish clocking a winning time of 16:46, Time Price was second in a time of 18:27, and Adam Somekh finished third with a time of 19:07. Olcheski-Bell […]
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| The Bermuda Equestrian Federations 2022 Welcome Home Show concluded at the Botanical Gardens, with Melody Greenslade announced as the Overall Adult Champion, while Tyler James was announced as the Overall Junior Champion. In the Junior Equitation under 12 Years Class, Amber Howard rode Storm Watch to victory, while Ryan Wright riding Bon Voyage was second, […]
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| The annual Middle and Senior School Art Exhibition is taking place at Bermuda Society of Arts gallery at City Hall, showcasing artwork from the island’s talented students. A Government spokesperson previously said, “The 56th annual Art Exhibition is open at the Bermuda Society of Arts gallery at the City Hall. After two years of virtual […]
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| The 2022 Concacaf Women’s Under-17 Championship in the Dominican Republic is underway, with Bermuda matching up against Jamaica in their first match of the tournament. Bermuda Starting Line-Up: – Samantha Davies, Samara Darrell, Sarai Richardson, Jahni Simmons, Zorena Anderson, Robin-Valana Pearman [Sanaa Simmons 59th], K Xiyae Gibbons, Katelyn Medeiros, Camryn Lines, Azari Easton [Ramiah Brangman […]
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| A Bermudian jewellery design shop has been featured in a news segment on the CBS News Sunday Morning show. Saltwater Jewellery Design, a business on Water Street, St George’s, specialises in handcrafted jewellery. Their website states, “Saltwater Jewellery Designs is a bespoke boutique offer many unique handcrafted jewellery designs. Featuring semiprecious stone, freshwater pearls. Saltwater […]
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Dandy Town made it a league and FA Cup double after beating PHC for a fourth time this season through an own goal by Michael Lambe in the 86th minute to finally settle an e…
| The fifth annual St. George’s Marine Expo hosted by Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] was held today [April 24] at Ordnance Island in St George’s. Ray Lambert, BEDC Micro, Small and Medium Enterprise Director, previously said, “We are thrilled to be presenting the 5th Annual Marine Expo in partnership with Rubis. This year’s event will […]
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| Minister of Education Diallo Rabain attended the official opening of the new Athene Career Development Centre at the Bermuda College held earlier this week and he thanked everyone “for their efforts and dedication to our young people.” A Government spokesperson said, “The $3.8 million renovations provide state-of-the-art classrooms, labs, and a lecture theatre where students […]
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| Six Royal Bermuda Regiment soldiers returned from London after a 10- week stint of guarding Royal sites. Corporal Orville Hall, one of six Royal Bermuda Regiment soldiers attached to the Royal Gibraltar Regiment for ceremonial duties at sites such as Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London and Windsor Castle, said the troops had risen to the […]
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Super sub Morricko Iris came off the bench to inspire Wolves to a dramatic and emotional come-from-behind victory over Young Men’s Social Club in a five-goal th…
| Monday, April 25 is expected to see rain showers, with the high to be near 21°C/69°F and the low to be near 16°C/61°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NNW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 81%. Sunrise will be at 6:39am and sunset will be at 7:55pm. […]
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On Wednesday, 20 April, Minister of Education, the Hon. Diallo Rabain, JP MP, attended Athene Career Development Centre (CDC) opening at Bermuda College.
The $3.8 million renovations provide state-of-the-art classrooms, labs, and a lecture theatre where students and the community will gain highly sought skills in business, Fintech and Cybersecurity and learn about the Internet of Things (IoT) and cutting-edge technology.
On Thursday, 21 April, the Minister of National Security, the Hon. Michael A. Weeks, JP MP, met with the Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service (BF&RS) leadership at the Hamilton Fire Station as part of his familiarisation with the uniformed services under his Ministry.
Minister Weeks said, “I am aware of the vital role that the BF&RS plays in saving lives and responding to emergencies.
We wish to advise the public to take extreme care and caution while in or near the ocean given the increased presence of the Portuguese Man of War. Portuguese Man of War can be identified with their bluish gas-filled float on top of the water, however, their in-water tentacles are often not seen making it a deadly predator for small fish and extremely painful for humans after contact with the skin.
Please keep your distance and do not touch the Portuguese Man of War even if they are on land or a beach as the tentacles can still be very venomous.”
| The Egg Spectacular Spring Event & Market was held today [April 24] at the Queen Elizabeth Park in the City of Hamilton, with activities at the Kreative Innovations event including a play zone, photos with the Easter Bunny, an egg hunt, entertainment, special guests, local vendors and more. Related Stories Photos & Videos: Premier’s Easter […]
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| Young Bermudian sailor Tre Maxwell has been featured in a promotional video for the SailGP Inspire programme. Maxwell went behind the scenes with some of the world’s best sailors at the Mubadala United States Sail Grand Prix, the Season Two Grand Final, in San Francisco last month. Season Three gets underway in Bermuda next month. […]
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| After winning two medals in her final Carifta performance in Barbados, Bermuda swimmer Taylor White has committed to Bentley University in the fall. White — who won a silver and a bronze medal at the Carifta Championships – will attend Bentley which is located in Massachusetts, Boston. Related Stories Swimmers Win Another Seven Carifta Medals Swimmers […]
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| Local referees can brush up on their rules of the game at a course featuring FIFA Instructors next week. Running from Monday until Saturday [April 25 to 30], the course will be held at CedarBridge Academy and BFA Field at the Clyde Best Centre of Excellence. It will run from 5.30 pm to 9 pm […]
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| Bermuda track and field athletes Sakari Famous, Robert Edwards Jr., Stephan Dill, and Mikal Dill represented their universities at outdoor meets. Sakari Famous Sakari Famous and her McNeese State University women’s track and field team competed at the NSU Leon Johnson Invitational in Natchitoches. In the women’s high jump, Famous finished 2nd with a top […]
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| The police have confirmed the sad news that a 37-year-old man has died following a collision, marking the island’s fifth road fatality of 2022. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 3:00 a.m. today, Sunday 24th April 2022, police received a call indicating emergency services were required at a residence in St. George’s. “During the exchange, […]
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| [Written by Stephen Wright] Tyler Christopher ticked another box after comfortably defeating journeyman MJ Hall on points in the first all-southpaw bout of his burgeoning career at Villa Park in Birmingham. Christopher dominated the super-welterweight contest, improving his professional record to four straight wins, with the referee scoring the fight 40-36. Hall, a late stand-in opponent, […]
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| Swan’s Running Club will be hosting the Sir Stanley Burgess 5K Race on Sunday, May 1, starting at the Clyde Best Centre for Excellence in Prospect. Walkers will begin at 8.00am and runners will begin at 8.30am. The fee to participate is $30 for walkers and $35 for runners. A spokesperson said, “The last race […]
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| Bermuda has made an excellent start in the 2022 RAN Sevens Rugby Qualifiers in Nassau, Bahamas, with the team recording two wins in the first day of action. Bermuda claimed a big win against Belize, winning the game 52 – 0, and Bermuda also defeated Barbados by a score of 24 – 10. Related Stories Toronto […]
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| The Bermuda Volleyball Association sent four teams to the Rhode Island Rumble Weekend #1, in Providence, Rhode Island over the Easter holiday weekend, with the teams making a successful showing. “Traveling under the club name “Paradise Hitters Volleyball Club” teams were sent to participate in the Girls U14 Club, Girls U16 Club, Girls U17 Club […]
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| Footy Kings have been crowned the Corona League 2021/22 Season Champions. A spokesperson said, “Footy Kings maintained their unbeaten run over the weekend when they faced second place YGS Football Club, which is a new team to enter the league this season. “Footy Kings dominated the game with a goal by Keishan Bean and Dashun […]
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| The Bermuda Football Association’s 2022 Youth Knockout Cup Finals took place at the National Sports Center Flora Duffy South Field Stadium. A total of 15 goals were scored in regulation time in the four matches, and two of the matches also had to be decided by penalties.. Under 13 B Final: FC Bascome 2 Somerset […]
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