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| Natalie and Tim Price competed in the Omega Sports Cannonball Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K in Greensboro, North Carolina. In the 5K, Tim Price crossed the line 2nd with a time of 18:07, while Natalie Price crossed the line in a time of 35:11 to finish 95th. With a time of 3:08.14, Tim Price finished […]
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| Monday, October 25 is expected to be cloudy, with the high to be near 26°C/78°F and the low to be near 22°C/72°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be E. The relative humidity is expected to be near 77%. Sunrise will be at 7:30am and sunset will be at 6:35pm. High […]
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| Well known local golfer Kim Swan and Tournament Director of the Butterfield Bermuda Championship Justin Belanger will be joining Bernews at 7.00pm this evening [Oct 24] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series, with the duo set to discuss the upcoming golf event. The Butterfield Bermuda Championship event — which will take […]
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| People had the opportunity to meet Olympic bronze medalist Clarence Hill today [Oct 24] at Quality Kitchen, and Mr Hill – the first Bermudian to win an Olympic medal — had praise for Flora Duffy and urged the island to keep supporting all our athletes. Speaking at the event, Dale Butler told Bernews, “We’re here […]
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| Robert Edwards and his Saint Augustine’s University Men’s Cross Country teammates concluded the regular-season cross country at the JWU Wildcat Classic in Charlotte, North Carolina. Edwards competing in the Men’s 8k Individual race finished 12th crossing the line in a time of 28:00.5. Edwards and Saint Augustine’s University Men’s Cross Country team finished 5th with […]
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| Bermuda’s D’Andre Wainwright scored for Redcar Athletic as they claimed a 3-2 victory against Crook Town. The club’s match report said, “Redcar Athletic came out as 3-2 winners in a five goal thriller against Crook Town on Saturday afternoon. First half goals from D’Andre Wainwright and Jordan Rivis ensured The Steelmen went in at the break […]
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| A 23ft power craft with three people onboard was towed to Barr’s Bay by the Coast Guard after running out of fuel. A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre spokesperson said, “Thursday 21st October, 9:30 pm – Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre received a VHF Radio Call from the 23ft Power Craft Naughty Beck, with 3 persons onboard, […]
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| The Eco Lunch & Learn series — a collaboration between Bermuda College and BEST — will hold the first presentation of the third series on October 28th with entomologist Claire Jessey set to speak on ants. A spokesperson said, “The popular Eco Lunch & Learn series, a collaboration between Bermuda College and BEST [Bermuda Environmental […]
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| Kaden Hopkins continued competing in the Tour of Guadeloupe, as a guest rider for Dominican team Inteja. Stage Two saw the competitors cover a distance of 150.3K, with Hopkins crossing the line in a time of 3:37.02, which put him across the line in 22nd place. The Bermudian cyclist is 7th overall with a combined […]
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| News that Goslings launched its ‘Flora Gold’ Bermuda rum, Clarien donated $10,000 to the Flora Duffy Fund, the ‘Flora Duffy Suite’ at Hamilton Princess was unveiled, Nia Christopher scored in a Towson draw, and Natasha Trott became the first female Bermudian Concacaf referee were all some of the positive news stories from the past week. In […]
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| SiriusPoint Ltd. has announced a strategic partnership with Parameter Climate, a full-service climate underwriting and distribution advisory firm. A spokesperson said, “As part of the transaction, SiriusPoint has purchased a significant ownership stake in Parameter Climate in addition to providing multiyear capacity and paper. Additional capacity has been secured from another leading global reinsurer. “Parameter […]
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| As part of its commitment to support the transition to a low-carbon economy, AXIS Capital Holdings Limited announced several updates to its fossil fuel underwriting and investment policy related to thermal coal, oil sands and the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. A spokesperson said, “In particular, the Company has bolstered its existing policy by committing to […]
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| Bermuda began the 2021 Junior Caribbean Cycling Championships – which is taking place in the Dominican Republic — in spectacular style by winning three medals today. BBA President Peter Dunne said, “Held on the same course in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic where earlier this year the Elite Championships was raced with great success, Alexander Miller, Liam […]
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| The annual AXA End-to-End event took place today [Oct 23] with walkers setting out to raise money to assist the community. Anne Mello, Chair of the Trust, previously stated: ‘This year will see the AXA End-to-End Charitable Trust surpass $6 million in donations and support to Bermudian charities over the past 34 years. We know […]
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| Sunday, October 24 is expected to see a mix of sun and cloud with 1 or 2 showers likely, with the high to be near 26°C/79°F and the low to be near 23°C/73°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 77%. Sunrise […]
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| The Bermuda Amateur Swimming Association’s season got underway with the Sharks Sprint Meet 2021 taking place at the BASA Pool. Arabella Newport won the 11-12 Girls 100 SC Meter Freestyle touching the wall in a Personal Best time of 1 1:09.53, Katherine Wheddon also had a Personal best time of 1:11.42 finishing in second, and […]
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| Teams that include Bermudian footballers Kane Crichlow, Amir Dill, Kuame Clarke-Hinds, Adio Tankard-Deshields, Eijaz Shakir, Ne-Jai Tucker, Nahki Wells, Jonte Smith, Dale Eve, Justin Donawa, Kole Hall, Roger Lee, Jahquil Hill, Reggie Lambe, Willie Clemons, Keziah Martin, D’Andre Wainwright, Amar Lewis, Nahje Smith, Joshua Joseph, Zenawi Bowen, Shane Robinson, Stefan Simmons, and Leilanni Nesbeth were […]
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| Kaden Hopkins began competing in the Tour of Guadeloupe, as a guest rider for Dominican team Inteja. Hopkins had a great start finishing 3rd overall in stage 1, and he is the leader of the Under 23 Category. The Bermudian cyclist clocked a time of 5:29 over the 4.7 km Time Trial Distance, and he […]
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| The Washington Lane area by La Trattoria is getting a face lift so the Italian restaurant will have to close for lunch on Monday, October 25th and Tuesday, October 26th to allow for installation in front of the restaurant. A spokesperson said, “The Washington Lane, home of the iconic Italian restaurant La Trattoria, is getting […]
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| Dr Spencer Brown has been featured in a new book entitled Bravely Being Me, a book which highlights a diverse range of individuals who were adopted. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda resident and physical performance coach Spencer Brown has been featured in a new book, designed to celebrate the achievements of a diverse range of individuals […]
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| The Bermuda Taxi Owners Association [BTOA] will hold their AGM on Tuesday, October 26th. A spokesperson said, “Resumption of the BTOA AGM which was aborted on 6 August, 2021. Tuesday, October 26, 2021 at *7.30pm – 9pm “Membership must be paid to nominate and/or vote. Nomination forms are available and must be submitted by October 16, […]
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| Premier David Burt and Minister of Education Diallo Rabain congratulated Dean Foggo for winning the Bermuda Education Network’s 2021 Outstanding Teacher Award. Premier Burt tweeted the photo below, saying: “Congratulations to former PLP MP Dean Foggo for winning the Bermuda Education Network’s 2021 Outstanding Teacher Award. Thank you to all of Bermuda’s educators who play […]
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| In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, Somers Limited announced share repurchases. The filing stated: “Somers Limited, a financial services investment holding company, announces that pursuant to BSX Regulation Section IIA 6.14[2][i], on September 27, 2021, Somers purchased 54,800 shares for cancellation at a price of $23.00.” Somers Limited also announced share repurchases and […]
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| The World Triathlon Cup event was held in South Korea this weekend, with Bermuda’s Erica Hawley finishing in 13th place. Hawley came out of the water following the 750m swim with a time of 9:38, clocked a time of 29:25 over the 20km bike course, before closing out with a 5K run time of 17:27. […]
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| The Bermuda Bowlers concluded competing in the 2021 PANAM Bowling Elite Championships Men’s Quintuples in Columbia. The Bermuda team of David Maycock, Lamar Richardson, Damien Matthews, Carl Reid, Dennis Joell, Dayvon Tucker, and Steven Riley are looking to qualify for next year’s World Cup and World Games. The Bermuda Quintuples team of Maycock, Richardson, Joell, […]
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| Bermuda’s first Olympic gold medalist Flora Duffy recently met with U.S. Consulate General Karen Grissette, and the U.S. Consulate team. The U.S. Consulate General Hamilton tweeted the photo below, saying: “Flora Duffy, Bermuda’s first Olympic gold medalist, met with U.S. Consul General Karen Grissette and the U.S. Consulate team! Thank you, Flora Duffy, for inspiring […]
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| The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday October 23rd. On Sunday the Crystal Symphony cruise ship is expected, on Monday the Oleander container ship will arrive, and on Tuesday the Somers Isles container ship is scheduled to arrive. On Wednesday the Norwegian Breakaway […]
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| October 22 saw 1,000 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $23,000.00 BD. 1,000 shares were traded by BF&M Ltd, closing at an even $23.00 per share. The BSX finished at 2,705.02, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 62 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is […]
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“Bermuda has recorded one more coronavirus related death this week. I extend my sincere condolences to the family and friends who are mourning this loss,” said the Minister of Health, the Hon. Kim Wilson, JP, MP.
Since the last update, the Ministry of Health received5419 test results, and 19 were positive for the coronavirus, giving a test positivity rate of 0.4%.
These results are from testing done on:
• Monday: 1 positive out of 1615 results (0.1% positivity)
• Tuesday: 8 positive out of 1759 results (0.5% positivity)
| The Lido Complex confirms that they remain open, with the “Lido and Sea Breeze currently open Tuesday to Sunday for lunch, dinner and takeout, and live entertainment is available Friday and Saturday.” A spokesperson said, “In light of the recent article regarding Elbow Beach Hotel, the management of the Lido Complex would like to confirm […]
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| King’s Square in St George’s will be closed to vehicular traffic on Sunday [Oct 24] to allow for trenching works. A spokesperson said, “The Corporation of St. George [CSG] would like to inform the public that the entrance to King’s Square will be closed to vehicular traffic on Sunday, October 24, 2021 to allow for […]
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| The Ministry received 5419 test results — spanning three days — and 19 were positive, so there are now 171 active cases, of which 26 people are in hospital, with 7 in ICU and sadly, the Ministry has confirmed one more coronavirus related death. “Bermuda has recorded one more coronavirus related death this week. I extend my […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Oct 22] include large group exemptions, a list of proposed planning applications, assent, acting appointments and more. Embodiment Of The Bermuda Reserve Police Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN1055/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Bermuda Police Service Publication date: 22 October 2021 […]
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| With an aim to expand the way they deliver their news to the community, the Bermuda Broadcasting Company is continuing to live stream their evening news programme online for viewers both on the island and abroad. The live video will begin at 7.00pm, and play to 7.30pm, and then the replay will be available: Related […]
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