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| [Written by Stephen Wright] Kovin Moodley says he would jump at the opportunity to lead Bermuda women’s hockey team at the Central American and Caribbean Games in San Salvador, El Salvador, next summer. Moodley, who was appointed the team’s coach on a short-term contract in February, was instrumental in helping the women’s team finish top […]
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| Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport Dr. Ernest Peets extended condolences to the family of the late Lieutenant-Colonel Brendan Hollis, saying “we are forever grateful for Lt. Col. Hollis contribution to Bermuda’s legacy.” Minister Peets said, “I extend my condolences to Lt/Col. Brendan Hollis’ family and loved ones. Members of the public will be familiar with his […]
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| The members of the Bermuda Bar Association elected a Bar Council and Officers during their Annual General Meeting today [April 20]. A spokesperson said, “At the Annual General Meeting of the Association held on Wednesday 20 April 2022 provided for by section 5[1] of the Bermuda Bar Act 1974, the membership elected a Bar Council […]
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| The 26-year-old motorcyclist who was injured in a collision on Tuesday [April 19] has since been treated and discharged from hospital. A police spokesperson said, “Thankfully, the motorcyclist hurt in a collision with a van Tuesday morning [19th April 2022] at the junction of Court Street and Dundonald Street in the City of Hamilton – […]
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| The MarketPlace announced a ’round-up’ programme, with shoppers able to round-up their purchase total to the nearest dollar, with the funds raised to be donated to a charity in Ukraine. A spokesperson said, “The MarketPlace today announced a round-up to help with the crisis in Ukraine. To help with the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine, we encourage […]
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| The Department of Health participated in a kite-making competition, and the kites were donated to families with young children to celebrate the Good Friday holiday. A spokesperson said, “This month, the Department of Health participated in a kite-making competition as part of its team-building activities. The staff generated the idea as a way to embrace […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [April 20] include cancellation of registration and notice of intended marriages. Cancellation of Registration :- Bermuda Monetary Authority Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Cancellation of Registration Notice ID: GN0426/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Bermuda Monetary Authority Publication date: 20 April 2022 Order Insurance Act 1978 Cancellation Of […]
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| The Ministry received 7897 test results — spanning 7 days — and 242 were positive, so there are now 293 active cases, of which 9 people are in hospital. A Government spokesperson said, “Since the last update, the Ministry of Health received 7897 test results, and 242 were positive for the coronavirus, giving a test […]
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| The Atlantic World Art Fair [AWAF] – spearheaded by Bermudian Lisa Howie, who also founded Black Pony Gallery, and supported by Butterfield – will see a number of Bermuda artists involved. A spokesperson said, “The Atlantic World Art Fair, spearheaded by Bermudian Lisa Howie, who also founded Black Pony Gallery, and supported by title sponsor […]
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| Thursday, April 21 is expected to see cloud lingers, chance of early and late showers, with the high to be near 22°C/71°F and the low to be near 18°C/65°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NNE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 78%. Sunrise will be at 6.43am […]
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| 135 new PATI requests were made by Bermudians and residents in 2021, which is a 16% increase over the number of PATI requests made in 2020, according to the Information Commissioner’s Office 2021 Annual Report. A spokesperson said, “The Information Commissioner’s 2021 Annual Report is available to the public, after being tabled in both Houses of […]
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| The Bermuda Business Development Agency [BDA] launched its new Climate Hub and Environmental, Social, and Governance [ESG] webpage ”detailing Bermuda’s commitment to blending business-friendly practices with policies for a sustainable future.” “Bermuda has a 400-year history of protecting its natural environment, and through various initiatives, the jurisdiction is implementing innovative solutions to protect the island for […]
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| Bermuda Is Love will be holding another Free Clothing Giveaway at Elliot Primary School on Saturday [April 23] from 10.00am to 3.00pm, where they “will be giving away clothes for all ages, genders, and sizes.” A spokesperson said, The purpose of our Free Clothing Giveaway is to provide free clothing to as many people as possible, […]
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| Trey Mallory and his UNC Wilmington men’s tennis teammates won four singles matches to rally from an early deficit and defeat visiting South Carolina State, 4 – 2, in the men’s tennis regular-season finale at the UNCW Courts. Mallory and his doubles partner Gabe Hurtado went down 6-4 to Pedro Sasso and Zhanger Almashey as […]
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| Daniel Augustus shot a second round 2-over par 73 to finish 2nd in the APGA Tour at TPC Scottsdale, Arizona. In his second round, the Bermudian golfer carded 3 birdies, 12 pars, 1 bogey, and 2 double bogeys. Daniel Augustus APGA Tour at TPC Scottsdale Second Round Scorecard 1 – 4 – Birdie 2 – […]
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| While responding to a collision in St David’s this morning [April 20], the Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service received a report of another incident in which a car was in the water, so they immediately attended the second scene to assist and confirmed that both the car’s occupants “sustained non life threatening injuries.” A spokesperson […]
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| Returning to Bermuda for its second year, SailGP’s Inspire program “plans to continue developing its better sport strategy in the community, alongside its partner Endeavour, to provide life-changing opportunities for young people from diverse backgrounds across Bermuda.” A spokesperson said, “Building on the spectacular conclusion of Season 2 in San Francisco, all eyes are now […]
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| The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI], Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB], Greenrock, and the Bermuda National Trust are offering their thoughts on Earth Day 2022, which is set to be observed on Friday [April 22]. BUEI Earth Day 2022 Statement We at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute are excited to be collaborating with Greenrock and other […]
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| The Bermuda Monetary Authority announced that Shanna Lespere has been appointed to the new permanent Deputy Chief Executive Officer [Deputy CEO] post of the Authority, effective immediately. “The Deputy CEO position encompasses several responsibilities. Mrs. Lespere will be tasked with providing executive leadership and strategic direction concerning the BMA’s operational, human capital and regulatory policy […]
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| Following their impressive showing at the Central American & Caribbean Games Qualifiers, the Bermuda women’s hockey team has moved up 20 places in the International Hockey Federation world rankings, and is now ranked 54th in the world. They were ranked 74th in 2019, moved to 65th following their victory over Jamaica; they jumped again to […]
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| An oil tanker — traveling from New Orleans to Denmark — diverted to Bermuda as a crew member required urgent medical attention. A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre spokesperson said, “Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre received notification from local ships agents Meyers, advising that the Cayman Island registered 64,321grt oil tanker M/V Dali was proceeding to Bermuda […]
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| The Bermuda Arts Centre at Dockyard will open a show titled ‘Purple’ on Friday [April 22]. The show will run for one night only at the Sea Breeze Lounge, with the work to hang afterward at the Bermuda Arts Centre until June 1. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Arts Centre at Dockyard is pleased to […]
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| Bermuda swimmers continued competing at the 2022 Carifta Swimming Championships in Barbados, winning another seven medals last night [April 19], bringing their overall medal tally to an impressive nineteen. Violet Smith won gold medal and Arabella Newport Derbyshire claimed a bronze medal in the 11-12 girls 200m backstroke to give Bermuda two places on the […]
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| Mixed Majors Bowling League action at the Warwick Lanes saw the Warriors fall 12 – 8 to the league leaders Unpredicrables, the Movers “N” Shakers went down 17 – 3 to Spare Change, the Mix Ups went down 13 – 7 to the MiniMax Forwarders, and Fight Back defeated the Activators 16 1/2 – 3 […]
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| [Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian boxer Tyler Christopher has a change of opponent for his fourth professional fight in Birmingham on Saturday. The southpaw was scheduled to face Richard Helm at the Holte Suite, Villa Park, but the 35-year-old suffered a cut in his defeat to Owen Cooper in Telford last weekend. Christopher will now face […]
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