Medeiros Scores Twice In IMG Academy Win
| Katelyn Medeiros, Chechulae Dowling, and their IMG Academy Under 17 Premier Division Girls teammates recorded a 3 – 0 victory over the Cape Coral Cyclones in Florida. Medeiros led the way with two goals, and they also got a goal from Dana Nadda, while Sofia Abbonizio and Samantha Records got an assist each. Related Stories […]
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Amber Wilson Is Called To The Bermuda Bar
| Conyers associate Amber Wilson has been called to the Bermuda Bar, with a ceremony taking place on October 30. A spokesperson said, “Conyers is pleased to announce Amber Wilson as the latest associate in our corporate practice to be called to the Bermuda Bar. The ceremony took place on Friday 30 October before the Hon. […]
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Virtual 3D Experience Of BHS Innovation Centre
| Rego Sotheby’s International Realty partnered with BHS to support the official opening of the Innovation Centre, through “utilizing intuitive technology to provide a unique and immersive experience to donors and supporters around the world.” “Responding to the need both locally and globally for more girls to study Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics in addition to […]
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PLP Pay Tribute To The Late Ann Pindar
| The Progressive Labour Party expressed their condolences to the family of Ann Pindar, noting that she was a “woman who courageously stepped forward in service of our country and our Party to provide leadership and representation at a time when few women did so.” A PLP spokesperson said, “The Progressive Labor Party mourns the passing of […]
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Court: Visitors Fined For Breaking Quarantine
| Two visitors have been fined $2,500 each in Court for breaking the requirements of the Covid-19 Quarantine Order, as they attended a celebratory gathering prior to receiving the results of their arrival test. In providing today’s test results, a Government spokesperson said, “The public are advised that on 1st November 2020 two visitors to Bermuda broke the […]
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Covid-19: Seven new cases as minister issues warning on quarantine dodgers
A warning to people tempted to breach strict quarantine regulations was issued by the health minister today. Kim Wilson – speaking after two visitors from the US were fined after they broke isolation …
Covid-19: Seven New Positives, Now 21 Active
| There were 2561 test results received and seven were positive for Covid-19 — all were imported by visitors and residents — so the island now has a total of 21 active cases. A Government spokesperson said, “There were 2561 test results received by the Ministry of Health from 30th October through 1st November, and seven […]
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STEP Bermuda Talk To Be Held On Wednesday
| The Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners [STEP] Bermuda Branch will be hosting a STEP Talk at Royal Bermuda Yacht Club on Wednesday [Nov 4]. A spokesperson said, “The Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners [STEP] Bermuda Branch is hosting a monthly STEP Talk at Royal Bermuda Yacht Club this Wednesday, November 4 at 4.00pm, […]
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Photos: PGA Golf Bermuda Championships
| The 2020 PGA Bermuda Championship has concluded with a dramatic finish that saw Brian Gay win the event. The drama played out on the last six regular holes before setting up a thrilling playoff. The multi day event saw over 100 golfers — including Bermuda’s Camiko Smith, Michael Sims and Anthony Phipps — vying for […]
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Armed Robbery At Somers Supermart
| There was an armed robbery at the Somers Supermart in St. George’s early this morning [Nov 2], with a male entering the store, brandishing a firearm, and escaping on foot “with a quantity of cash taken during the incident.” A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before 6:00 a.m. today, Monday, 2nd November, police received a report of […]
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Armed robbery at supermarket
An armed robber raided a supermarket this morning and escaped with a haul of cash. The man struck at the Somers’ Supermart in St George’s just before 6am, brandished a firearm and demanded money. Poli…
Pressure groups unite to oppose introduction of 5G mobile phone technology
Environmental campaigners and health groups have joined forces to fight the introduction of controversial 5G communications technology. Greenrock, Bermuda Environmental Sustainability Taskforce, Ocean…
Live Video: BNV With OBA’s Kempe & Mathias
| Catherine Kempe and Justin Mathias – who both standing for OBA Party Chairperson – are joining Bernews this morning [Nov 2] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series. An email previously sent out by the OBA said, “Two people have put their names forward with the intention to seek the office […]
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IoD Panel: “Covid 19 – Resilience & Innovation”
| The Covid-19 pandemic should be a wake-up call to companies which must think beyond short-term performance and build greater resilience across a range of areas if they are to adapt and succeed, according to a partner in one of the world’s leading management consulting firms, McKinsey & Company. Aleksander Petrov will be speaking at the […]
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Video: Nahki Wells Misses Penalty For Bristol City
| Bermuda’s Nahki Wells missed a penalty as Bristol City played to a 3-1 loss against Norwich City. The club’s match report said, “Two through balls proved a treat for the Finland striker in this Halloween showdown, who powered the ball past Dan Bentley as Norwich raced in a 2-0 lead inside 14 minutes. “City responded […]
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2020 First Quarter: GDP Decreased By 2.8%
| After adjusting for inflation, the GDP in constant prices decreased by 2.8% in the first quarter of 2020, which has been largely attributed to the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic, with the Minister noting that while all the business closures helped to contain the spread of the virus, they led to declines in consumption. Minister for […]
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BFA: Change In Match Protocol For Attendees
| People attending football matches are no longer required to wear their face mask for the entire duration of the match, however they are required to wear their face mask when entering and moving about the venue and must maintain appropriate physical distancing at all times. A BFA spokesperson said, “As a result of the Ministry of […]
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First & Premier Division Football Results
| Hamilton Parish, St. David’s, Young Men Social Club, PHC Zebras, and Somerset Trojans all claimed victories in this weekend’s First Division and Premier Division football action, while two matches ended in a draw. First Division: Hamilton Parish 1 – Boulevard Blazers 0 At the Wellington Oval, Hamilton Parish saw off a challenge from the Boulevard […]
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Argo Announces Agreement To Sell Ariel Re
| Argo Group International Holdings Ltd. today [Nov 2] announced an agreement to sell its reinsurance business, Ariel Re, to Pelican Ventures and J.C. Flowers & Co. Closing of the transaction is subject to regulatory approval and is expected to occur in 2020. “Ariel Re is well known in the reinsurance market, and we are confident […]
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Bermuda Karting Club Race Season Continues
| The Bermuda Karting Club race season continued at the Southside Motor Sports Park in St. George’s. Blake Horseman won two of the three races in the Tag Senior Class, Scott Barnes won the other, while Robert Wheatley won all three races in the L206 Masters Class. The L206 Senior Class saw Scott Barnes take the […]
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Photos: BHS Opens New Innovation Centre
| BHS held the official opening ceremony and ribbon cutting for their new Innovation Centre, Arts Wing & Theatre, which includes five Science Labs, two Computer Science and Robotics Labs, a Digital Media Studio, Fine Arts Studios, Recording Studio, Dance Studio and more. The school noted the multi-million dollar facility will be shared with young people across Bermuda, saying that […]
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Hockey: Islanders, Falcons, Pirates, Ravens Win
| The Bermuda Field Hockey Federation season resumed with four games taking place at the National Sports Center. Griffins 1 Islanders 2 The Islanders defeated the Griffins 2 – 1 in the opening game of the weekend. Zina Jones gave the Griffins the lead in the 4th minute when she scored a field goal, the Islanders […]
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Ex-Fairmont waiter said treatment was ’Inhumane’
A veteran waiter at now-shuttered Fairmont Southampton forced to sleep rough after he was ordered to quit staff accommodation ten days ago said the way he was treated was “inhumane”. George Uy, who ha…
Man denies sex assault charge at Magistrates’ Court
A 38-year-old man has denied a sex assault on a woman. The man, who cannot be identified for legal reasons, pleaded not guilty to the charge in Magistrates’ Court. The offence is alleged to have happe…
BHS opens new Innovation Centre and promises to share it with other schools
Bermuda High School opened its new $12.2 million Innovation Centre, arts wing and theatre yesterday — and promised the state-of-the-art facilities will be open to pupils from other schools across the …
Pensions problems in OTs raised in House of Lords
UK retirees in some overseas territories have seen pension increases frozen – but Bermuda residents have not been affected. Lord Randall said In a debate in the House of Lords in a “probing amendment”…
Sailor and soldier too ready for Covid-19 clipper race challenge.
A young sailor forced to sit out a role in a 40,000-mile clipper race around the world is ready to get her sea legs again. Chanara Smith-Rookes, 21, was fast-tracked to represent Bermuda in the Clippe…
Man In Critical Condition In ICU After Collision
| A man is in critical condition in the ICU after he sustained serious head injuries in a collision in Sandys, the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “A 38 year old male is listed in critical condition in the Intensive Care Unit at the King Edward VII Memorial Hospital, after he sustained serious head […]
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Man critical after bike crash
A 38-year-year-old man was fighting for his life this morning after a crash that involved three motorbikes. The injured man, who suffered serious head injuries, was treated at the scene by EMTs before…
2019 Gross Domestic Product Report Released
| Today the Minister for the Cabinet Office Wayne Furbert released the 2019 Gross Domestic Product [GDP] publication from the Department of Statistics. The Minister explained, “The Bermuda economy grew by 3.6 percent in 2019 led by increased activity in construction, real estate, human health and social work. When accounting for inflation Bermuda’s GDP increased by […]
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Video: Brian Gay Wins Bermuda Championship
| [Written by Don Burgess] A dramatic finish saw Brian Gay win the 2020 PGA Bermuda Championship. The drama played out on the last six regular holes before setting up a thrilling playoff. Clark had built out an early lead thanks to seven birdies on the first 11. Trailing by three, Gay managed birdies on 12, 14, […]
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Weather Forecast For Monday November 2
| Monday, November 2 is expected to be windy with showers and thunderstorms likely, with the high to be near 26°C/78°F and the low to be near 18°C/65°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 83%. Sunrise will be at 6:37am and sunset […]
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First Quarter 2020 GDP by Expenditure
The Minister for the Cabinet Office the Hon. Wayne Furbert, JP, MP, released the Quarter 1, 2020 Quarterly Gross Domestic Product (GDP) by Expenditure from the Department of Statistics today.
Minister Furbert further said, “After adjusting for inflation, the GDP in constant prices for the first quarter decreased by 2.8 percent. This decline in GDP is largely attributable to the onset of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.”
2019 Gross Domestic Product Report
Today the Minister for the Cabinet Office the Hon. Wayne Furbert, JP, MP, released the 2019 Gross Domestic Product (GDP) publication from the Department of Statistics (attached).
Photos & Video: Bermuda Classic Vehicle Tour
| A Classic Vehicle Tour took place today [Nov 1] starting in Southampton and heading to the east end of the island, with the organisers holding the event with an aim to “get like-minded people out for the day for all to enjoy all the hours of work and love that goes into these projects.” The […]
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“Butterfield To Be A Real Asset For Chesterfield”
| Bermudian footballer Milan Butterfield will be a ‘real asset’ to Chesterfield according to their manager John Pemberton. This was stated in a report on the Derbyshire Times website, which said, “The 22-year-old, who signed from Kidderminister Harriers in the summer, scored his first goal for the club against Stockport County in the FA Cup to take […]
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Skyport Release Flight Schedule For November
| Skyport released the flight schedule for November 2020, with JetBlue, United Airlines, Delta, Air Canada, American Airlines, and British Airways all scheduled to serve Bermuda, traveling from cities including London, New York, Boston, Miami, Atlanta, and Toronto. The schedule is below [PDF here] Related Stories Tonight’s British Airways Flight Is On Schedule British Airways Offers […]
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Lewis Nominated For Offensive Player & MVP
| Bermuda’s Zeiko Lewis has been nominated for Offensive Player of the Year and Most Valuable Player, and fans can cast their vote online for the Bermudian footballer. The Charlotte Battery football team notes that Lewis had “17 appearances, 6 goals, 2 assists, 27 shots, 16 shots on target.” The club said, “In an unprecedented 2020, the Black and Yellow […]
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October 2020: Top 10 Bernews “Photo Of Day”
| Aiming to provide the community with a look at Bermuda’s natural beauty each morning, Bernews features a “Photo of the Day” in our email newsletters and on social media seven days a week. Always popular, October’s photos attracted tens of thousands of reactions across our various social media networks, and judging by the number of reader’s “likes”, […]
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Football: Hornets & NVCC Game Ends In Draw
| The North Village Rams matched up against the Dandy Town Hornets at the BAA Field, playing to a 2 – 2 draw. After a scoreless first half, the North Village Rams took the lead in the 72nd minute when Terryn Fray found the back of the net. Six minutes later it was 2 – 0, […]
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Ball Hockey: Positive Image, Spine & Sport Win
| A total of 20 goals were scored in Bermuda Ball Hockey action at the PCC Hockey Rink. Positive Image Dental 5 Liberty Mutual Insurance 4 Positive Image Dental defeated Liberty Mutual Insurance 5 – 4. Positive Image Dental jumped out to a 3 – 0 lead at the end of the first period after they […]
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Bermuda Schooling Dressage Challenge Results
| Bermuda’s Dressage riders competed in the Caribbean Equestrian Association’s Dressage Challenge at the National Equestrian Center on Vesey Street. With a score of 78.500%, Grace Lightowler riding Just Pete won the Musical Freestyle – Training Level Class, while Kayla Bardgett won the Second Level Test Class riding Causing Chaos with a score of 71.829%. Claire […]
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Intentional Damage To A 31ft Power Craft
| Police assistance was requested after damage, that was reported to have been “intentional” was reported to a 31ft power craft on its mooring in Ely’s Harbour. A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre spokesperson said, “Bermuda Radio was made aware of damage to 31ft Power Craft, on its mooring in Ely’s Harbour. The propeller shaft and bilge […]
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Video: Sunday Nov 1st ‘Good News’ Spotlight
| News that the CDC has upgraded Bermuda’s country classification to the best level, the Bermuda Cancer & Health Centre upgraded their mammography equipment, and the Green family made a donation of $10,000 to the meal programme were all some of the positive news stories from the past week. In additional good news, the Solihull Moors […]
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Watford Reports 2020 Third Quarter Results
| Watford Holdings Ltd. reported net income of $78.1 million, after $1.1 million of preference dividends, for the three months ended September 30, 2020, compared to net income of $0.2 million, after payment of $2.6 million of preference dividends and $4.2 million of accelerated amortization costs related to the redemption of preference shares, for the same […]
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Weekend power cuts in central parishes
A total of 474 Belco customers in Warwick and Paget suffered power cuts at the weekend. The power firm’s website said the outages began at 7.10pm on Friday and restoration was expected by 10.10pm that…
Tour Of Warwick Camp Available On Sunday
| A conducted tour of the Royal Bermuda Regiment’s headquarters at Warwick Camp is on offer on Sunday [Nov 1] so veterans and would-be soldiers can see how the modern soldier lives and works. Peter Aldrich, the vice-president of Royal Bermuda Regiment Association, said the tour was part of a series of events in the run […]
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England To Enter Second National Lockdown
| British Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced a second national lockdown for England, saying “we must act now to control the spread of the virus.” The BBC reported, “Pubs, restaurants, gyms and non-essential shops will have to close for four weeks from Thursday, he said. But unlike the restrictions in spring, schools, colleges and universities can […]
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BWS: Tropical Depression 29 “Not A Threat”
| Tropical Depression 29 is “not a threat to Bermuda,” the Bermuda Weather Service said, with its closest point of approach to Bermuda within 72 hours having passed. Weather.com notes that if Tropical Depression 29 becomes a named storm, it will be named Eta — which is from the Greek alphabet which is now being used […]
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