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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [March 8] include an appointment. Acting Appointment: Director, Department Of Parks Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0217/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Cabinet Headquarters Publication Date: 08 March 2021 Mr. Craig Burt, Parks Officer, Department of Parks has been appointed to act […]
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| The Government announced a call for submissions for a mural for Government Administration Building, with artists “invited to submit a proposal for an 8’5” x 12’¾” mural to be installed in the Registry General’s Marriage Room which reflects the theme, ‘Love Bermuda.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Minister of Home Affairs, the Hon. Walter Roban, […]
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| On Saturday, March 6th the Bermuda Debate Society hosted the 31st annual National Schools Debate Tournament, with teams from Bermuda High School and Warwick Academy taking the top prizes for the middle and senior school divisions respectively. Held online this year, the tournament featured debaters from BHS, Saltus, Warwick Academy, and Somersfield. Forming the winning […]
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| Hamilton Princess & Beach Club have been featured in the UK’s Vanity Fair magazine, in the glamourous ‘Hollywood’ issue – one of the publications most popular editions, year on year. The four page spread, also available online, was penned by the publication’s Travel Editor, Michelle Jana Chan and features photos taken by local photographer, Nhuri […]
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| [Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [March 8] with the list indicating that there are four bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.00pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 4 runs cancelled this morning, 29 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]
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| Nathan Simons and his Indian Hills Men’s Track and Field teammates took to the track to conclude competing in the National Junior College Athletic Association [NJCAA] National Championships. Simons — along with Aurel Tchanbi, Justin Swann, and Elijah Berry — competed in the 4x400m relay, finishing heat 3 in 3rd place, with a time of […]
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| The police have released a photo and said they are “seeking the assistance of the public in identifying and locating this person.” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is seeking the assistance of the public in identifying and locating this person. “If you can assist, please make contact with Acting Detective Inspector […]
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| “I would like to take this opportunity to wish the women within our community and globally a Happy International Women’s Day and I encourage them to #ChooseToChallenge,” Minister of Social Development and Seniors Tinee Furbert said in the House of Assembly today [March 8]. Minister Furbert said, “As a woman and Minister responsible for Human […]
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| Apollo and Athene have entered into an agreement to merge in an all-stock transaction that “implies a total equity value of approximately $11 billion for Athene,” it has been announced. A statement from Apollo said, “Under the terms of the transaction, each outstanding Class A common share of Athene will be exchanged for a fixed […]
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| The weather has caused a “series of outages island-wide” and BELCO have “restored many areas already and crews are working hard to restore power to remaining pockets as quickly as possible,” the company has said. The BWS had a Gale Warning in effect for this morning [March 8] with high winds affecting the island. BELCO […]
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| The Bermuda PGA recently launched a series titled ‘Getting To Know Bermuda’s Golf Professionals’ to highlight local golfers, with their latest story focusing on Keith Smith. A spokesperson said, “If ever a player personified the struggle of golf in Bermuda it is Keith Smith, a Bermuda Tournament Professional who proudly qualified alongside Kim Swan to […]
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| Desta Zion Wilson was featured in BBC One’s “A Celebration For Commonwealth Day” — a special programme hosted by the BBC this weekend to mark Commonwealth Day — with the Bermudian singer performing a rendition of Bob Marley classics with the ACM gospel choir. The video below is set to start part way through, showing […]
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| DARAG announced the acquisition of SunPoint Holdings Limited in Bermuda and said that “SunPoint will be integrated into DARAG Bermuda Ltd and will provide DARAG Bermuda with a platform for further expansion.” “This is DARAG’s first company acquisition in Bermuda since the launch of its Bermuda operation in 2019 and provides the seller with complete […]
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| The Bermuda Fat Tire Massive 2020/2021 Mountain Bike Race Series season continued at Casemates. Robin Horsfield continued his dominance in the Male Open 60 Minute field when he clocked a 6 lap winning time of 49:24.1, Liam Flannery was second after completing 6 laps clocking 50:16.1, and Alan Potts also completed 6 laps clocking 53:07.1. […]
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| Quinton Sherlock took to the Achimota Golf Club Course to conclude competing in the Independence Cup Tournament in commemoration of Ghana’s independence. Sherlock shot an second and final round 71 to come off the course 8th. Following his round, Sherlock said, “I had a good round going, I was -4 after #10, but a bogey […]
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| A $5,000 MarketPlace gift voucher, a motorcycle, 5 night hotel stay, iPhone, 55 inch smart TV, $500 BELCO voucher, $1,000 fuel voucher and a $5,000 travel voucher are just some of the outstanding prizes you can win in a raffle which aims to assist local schools. A spokesperson said, “For 25 years, Bermuda public primary […]
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| Kenni Thompson and her Civitas Santa Teresa Badajoz teammates were defeated 3 – 0 by the league leaders Barcelona in their Spanish Women’s First Division match-up. Alexia Putellas gave Barcelona the lead in the 8th minute, the lead was doubled in the 47th minute when Jenni Hermoso scored. The third goal of the game came […]
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| The Bermuda Karting Club Race day seven took place at the Southside Motor Sports Park with an action-packed day. The Tag Senior Class saw Scott Barnes win two of the three races, with Brian Bulhoes winning the other, while the L206 Senior Class saw Barnes take the checkered flag all three times in the class. […]
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| Following the World Tens Rugby Series that took place in October and November 2020, there are “outstanding payments owed to local vendors” and the BTA confirmed they are “withholding post-event sponsorship payments until we are confident local vendors will be made whole.” The event, which took place at the National Sports Centre, involved a number of international […]
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| The PLP said they celebrate International Women’s Day, noting that “PLP women have been trailblazers, creating an enormously proud legacy for our island.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Progressive Labour Party has a long history of strong women in leadership roles, working hard on behalf of their party and their community. We celebrate these women […]
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| Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp — the parent company of Ascendant and BELCO – announced financial results for the fourth quarter and year-ended December 31, 2020. In reporting that they surpassed a “milestone of over one million customer connections,” Algonquin noted their acquisition of Ascendant Group and BELCO. The company said, “During the fourth quarter […]
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On Monday, March 1st, the Minister of Social Development and Seniors, the Hon. Tinee Furbert, JP, MP, was delighted to read the official Proclamation launching Social Work Month 2021.
Minister Furbert said, “I was honoured to be a part of the virtual launch of Bermuda’s Social Work Month 2021. This year’s theme is “Social Workers Are Essential,” and it perfectly embodies the impact of this helping profession.”
| Are you a high school student from 15 and 18 years old? If so, the Department of Workforce Development is now accepting applications for the Summer Internship Programme. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Workforce Development invites applications for the Summer Internship Programme from high school students between the ages of 15 and 18 years […]
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| After 14 meetings held over the past six weeks to discuss the proposal for the introduction of parish primary schools, the Ministry of Education will hold its last meeting on Monday, March 8, and are also reminding people that the consultation submission deadline is on Friday, March 12. A spokesperson for the Ministry of Education […]
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| The island’s soldiers continue to make a contribution to the campaign against Covid-19. The Royal Bermuda Regiment has been stood down from embodiment after the lockdown was stopped, however soldiers are still acting as Covid-19 marshals and helping to staff test stations and vaccination clinics at the King Edward VII Memorial Hospital and Bermuda College. Lance […]
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| Monday, March 8 is expected to be windy, with the high to be near 16°C/61°F and the low to be near 12°C/54°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NNW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 77%. Sunrise will be at 6:38am and sunset will be at 6:21pm. High […]
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After 14 meetings held over the past six weeks to discuss the proposal for the introduction of parish primary schools, the Ministry of Education will hold its last final meeting on Monday, March 8.
The spokesperson for the Ministry of Education stated: “This is an opportunity for stakeholders and all community members in Hamilton, Smith’s and Warwick Parishes to join in and hear about the proposal to introduce parish primary schools, offer their feedback and ask any questions. Additionally, anyone else who missed any of the previous meetings can join as well.”
| The Bermuda National Athletics Association hosted their third Carifta Trial Track Meet at the National Sports Center this weekend. Jaeda Grant ran to victory in the Under 17 Girls 1500 Meter Run clocking a time of 5:14.45, Adriana Argent was second in 5:19.06, and Fenella Wightman was third across the line in 5:19.80. Shianne Smith […]
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| Jessica Lewis announced that she is once again teaming up with WindReach Bermuda for second annual Rolling for WindReach Challenge which will be held on April 3rd, which happens to be the sprinters 28th birthday. Windreach said, “You’re invited! Join super-supporter and past participant Jessica Lewis for our second annual Rolling For WindReach and help her celebrate […]
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| Nathan Simons and his Indian Hills Men’s Track and Field teammates took to the track to compete in the National Junior College Athletic Association [NJCAA] National Championships. Simons recorded a Personal Best time in the 400m preliminaries clocking a time of 48.73. He finished second in Heat 3 and 11th overall. Related Stories Morris Concludes […]
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| Kenny Leseur was back in action competing at the Bishops Gate Golf and Lakeside Community Golf Course in Florida, taking part in the IJGT Elite Series #3 Tournament. Leseur missed the cut after the first round after shooting 9-over par 81, with his round consisting of 2 birdies, 9 pars, 5 birdies, and 2 triple […]
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| The Jewish Community of Bermuda will be hosting an exhibition titled “Shoah: Understanding the Holocaust Through Art & Artifacts” at the Bermuda Society of Arts at City Hall from Friday, March 12 to Wednesday, April 7th. A spokesperson said, “This community outreach by the Jewish Community of Bermuda is titled ‘Shoah: Understanding the Holocaust Through […]
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