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| The 2021 NatWest International Island Games — scheduled to be held in July 2021 — in Guernsey have been postponed due to the impact of the pandemic, the organisers announced today. A spokesperson said, “The International Island Games Association held their virtual AGM on Saturday 26 September when Jorgen Pettersson, chair of the IIGA, sadly […]
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| The Bermuda Amateur Swimming Association hosted the 2020 Barry Hanson Swim Meet at the BASA Pool. Taylor White picked up three wins on the day clocking the fastest Women’s 14 & Over 50 Backstroke time of 30.94, she would then clock a time of 1:11.49 during the Women’s 14 & Over 100 IM and she […]
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| Two new tug boats arrived on this island this weekend, with the new boats replacing the Department of Marine & Ports Powerful and Faithful boats. A Government spokesperson previously said, “The public is advised that arriving in Bermuda in mid-September, weather permitting, are two new fuel-efficient ‘Damen ASD 2811 Azimuth Stern Drive’ tugs to replace […]
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| The Dandy Town Hornets recently defeated the Devonshire Cougars at BAA Field in the Bermuda Football Association’s Premier Division opener. Following a scoreless first half, the Dandy Town Hornets took the lead early in the second half when Azendae Furbert scored. The Dandy Town Hornets then doubled their lead when 16-year-old David Blankendal – making […]
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| The Somersby Men’s Classic 2020 season got underway at the Warwick Lanes. Just Business defeated Team Electric 17 – 13, while Goslings Black Seal defeated Team Metro 20 -10. Team Amstel defeated Team Unsponsored 21 – 9, while Phones Plus defeated Team Reliv 22 – 8, and the New Mix Ups defeated the Bye Team […]
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| The 2020 Johnnie Walker Classic tournament got underway at the Ocean View Golf Course. Mark Phillips will take a 4 stroke lead into the second round after shooting an opening-round 4-under par 66. Phillips shot 6 birdies, 10 pars, and 2 bogeys in his round. Scott Roy is in second after his first round even […]
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| Jillian Terceira is competing in the Bonheiden – CSI2* CSI1* CSIYH* International Show Jumping Event in Belgium. Competing in the 1.30m CSI2* Table A Against the Clock Class, Terceira and Iluna Di Cantero finished 3rd clocking a Clear Round time of 52.80. Related Stories Equestrian Patrick Nisbett Competes in France Terceira, Nisbett Continue Competing In […]
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| Archers took to the line in 81-degree temperatures with winds at 15 knots as yet another round of Gold Point Archery League took place at Southside. Trina Roberts shot the high score for the Women on the day with 529 points at the 30m target. Bernard Wade III won the Men’s 70m 120cm target 72 […]
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| News that MoonGate hosted the MASA Art Competition, Argus Group is celebrating 70 years of service by donating over $70,000 to youth programmes, Teachers Rugby Football Club has awarded a total of $7,500 toward supporting the education of three young club members, and Natasha Trott and Leanda Blackman made football history were all some of […]
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| The Commissioner of Education is reminding everyone that all public schools will be closed on Thursday [Oct 1] due to the General Election. The poster says, “Public Advisory from the Commissioner of Education. Please be advised that, due to the General Election on October 1st, all public schools will be closed on that day. Schools will reopen […]
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At Tuesday’s Covid press conference, and in light of the current regulations expiring this weekend, changes to the public health regulations were announced. It is correct that the hours for liquor licensed establishments will be extended from 12 midnight to 2 am by the new regulations which were made yesterday and subsequently gazetted. For clarity, these changes come into force on Sunday morning at 6:01 am, and as such liquor licensed establishments can stay open until 2:00am from Sunday night, 27 September 2020.
Today there were 560 test results received by the Ministry of Health, and none were positive for COVID-19.
Bermuda has had 181 total confirmed positive cases. Their status is as follows:
| The Progressive Labour Party [PLP] held their ‘Grand Motorcade & Drive-In Rally’ this evening [Sept 26], with the motorcade leaving Alaska Hall and heading to TN Tatem for a socially distanced drive in rally. For comprehensive coverage of the 2020 Bermuda General Election and past elections, you can find more information and statistics on the […]
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| The One Bermuda Alliance [OBA] is holding an “OBA Platform Release” this evening [Sept 26] and streaming online and you can watch it live below, as well as read their full election platform, which the party released this evening. Live video below: The full OBA platform follows below [PDF here]: For comprehensive coverage of the […]
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| Sunday, September 27 is expected to see sunny periods with the chance of a passing shower, with the high to be near 27°C/81°F and the low to be near 24°C/76°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 74%. Sunrise will be at […]
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| There were 560 test results received today and none were positive for COVID-19, so the total of confirmed cases to date remains at 181, with 5 cases being active. A Government spokesperson said, “Today there were 560 test results received by the Ministry of Health, and none were positive for COVID-19. “Bermuda has had 181 […]
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| Demolition work is underway on East Broadway today [Sept 26] with workers seen at the building next to the gas station, which appears to be the old ‘Great Things’ building. The gas station next door has noted that while demolition work is taking place adjacent to them, they are still open for business. Related Stories […]
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| Police Detective Superintendent Nicholas Pedro, Officer in Charge of the Crime Division, today [Sept 26] announced that a suspect has been arrested in connection with the recent sexual assault, with a 37-year-old male taken into custody. Image of the suspect provided by the police: Detective Superintendent Pedro said, “What we have learned so far however, […]
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| Bermuda’s Knory Scott has signed with Hastings United Football Club in the UK. In an online post, Hastings United said, “Bermudian international winger Knory Scott joins The ‘U’s from Kidderminster Harriers. “All at the club welcome Knory to Hastings and listen to what he has to say about the manager, the club, what to expect […]
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| Hours for liquor licensed establishments will be extended from 12 midnight to 2am, the Government confirmed today. A Government spokesperson said, “At Tuesday’s Covid press conference, and in light of the current regulations expiring this weekend, changes to the public health regulations were announced. “It is correct that the hours for liquor licensed establishments will […]
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| The OBA Leader has alleged that the Premier asked him for the “Opposition’s support in bringing Bermuda to Independence,” while the PLP has alleged that Mr Cannonier is “lying,” and pointed out that “Bermuda cannot go to independence without Bermudians voting in favour in a referendum.” These statements were made in the run up to […]
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| The 2020/21 Bermuda Field Hockey season got underway at the National Sports Center this evening. The first two matches in action was a mixed team affair with the Griffins falling 4 – 1 to the BHA Pirates. The Pirates took the lead in the 7th minute when Donnie Simmons scored a field goal, but in […]
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| The Driven Society and BEDC will be hosting a conversation with Jeff Lindor on Thursday, October 1 at 8.00pm. The event flyer says, “Join Driven Society and BEDC on October 1st for an inspiring conversation with Jeff Lindor, founder of the Gentlemen’s Factory. “Born in Haiti, raised in a public housing development in Brooklyn, NY. […]
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| 8% of businesses in the City of Hamilton, North Hamilton, St. Georges and Dockyard are permanently closed, 59% are fully open and 33% are temporarily closed and/or operating on reduced hours. These were some of the key takeaways from the Bermuda Chamber of Commerce foot survey on the impact of COVID-19 on business in Bermuda. A […]
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| Warwick Academy celebrated Mad Hair Day on Friday [Sept 25] with the students and staff wearing unusual hairstyles to help raise funds for the PALS charity, which works to support cancer patients. ”Great community spirit was shown as all students and staff took part,” a spokesperson said. Related Stories Photos: WA Takes Part In PALS Mad Hair […]
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| “The FDM Party’s anti-mask position is dangerous and we must ensure that those who advocate against capable management of the coronavirus remain out of the House of Assembly,” the PLP said. A spokesperson said, “In an interview, FDM Leader Marc Bean rejected the scientific consensus and said that wearing masks does not help to stop […]
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| “The Premier should be explaining why a PLP Government committed Bermudians to spend $1bn on a hospital wing,” OBA’s Douglas De Couto said, adding that “let’s stress this – a wing, not an entire new hospital.” Mr De Couto said, “The Burt administration is yet again displaying stunning hypocrisy when it attacks the airport deal. […]
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