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| The Bermuda Football Association announced the traveling squad for the upcoming Concacaf Gold Cup Preliminary Round next month, with Dante Leverock, Zeiko Lewis and Nahki Wells among those named to the team. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Football Association is proud to announce the traveling squad for the upcoming Concacaf Gold Cup Preliminary Round. The […]
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| [Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [June 24] with the list indicating that there are twelve bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.10pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 12 runs cancelled this morning, 53 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]
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| Next month the Bermuda National Athletics Association will be hosting the Bermuda National Track & Field Championships as well as a Carifta celebration. BNAA President Donna Raynor said, “The BNAA would like to confirm the dates for the Bermuda National Track & Field Championships, Friday July 9th @ 5:30pm and Saturday, July 10th @ 6:00pm. […]
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| The Bermuda School Sports Federation is hosting the 36th annual Denton Hurdle Memorial Awards, serving to celebrate the island’s top young athletes. The awards were introduced in 1986 to honor the late Denton Hurdle. Hurdle was a keen sportsman who attended Warwick Academy, Bermuda College and Dalhousie University. After completing his physical education degree he […]
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| [Written by Dale Butler] Docksiders Pub and Restaurant have gained a solid reputation over the years for friendly service, great food with good prices, and live broadcasting of sports events that draw large crowds adorned in their team colours and dress. With Covid regulations relaxed because of the vast improvements made, their famous Wednesday Night […]
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| The Ministry of Public Works is informing motorists that Saturn Solar Development will be reopening the existing trench across Cahow Way to install additional pipe for the airport finger solar farm to connect to the new airport substation along Kindley Field Road. A Government spokesperson said, “Most of the trench works will be along the […]
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| The Ministry of Public Works is informing the motoring public that BELCO will be trenching along Store Hill from North Shore Road to Middle Road. A Government spokesperson said, “These works will require a full road closure to allow for BELCO’s trench work to be aligned close to the centerline of Store Hill. “The works […]
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| BeesMont Law today [June 24] announced the promotion of Simon Davis to Partner at the firm. A spokesperson said, “BeesMont Law, an award-winning leading law firm on the island, today announced its further development and growth with the promotion of Simon Davis to Partner at the firm. “Since joining the team in April 2015, Mr. […]
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Gina Spence Productions is hosting the virtual fun…
| [Written by Carla Seely] Are you the bread, meat or cheese – Struggles of the sandwich generation Have you ever been in a situation where you are trying to balance your own finances while having to shell out money to everyone else? The reality is that more and more people are facing difficult family scenarios, and […]
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| The Bermuda Road Safety Council will reintroduce its Transportation Plan, which encourages “pre-arranged transportation such as minibuses, taxis or ferries for your guests to get safely to and from your event after consuming alcohol.” The BRSC said, “The Bermuda Road Safety Council takes this opportunity to re-introduce its Transportation Plan. The idea of a transportation […]
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| Bermudian Cyclist Nicholas Narraway continued competing on the Tour of America’s Dairylands in Wisconsin, and unfortunately the other local cyclist Caitlin Conyers was not feeling well enough to compete. Narraway — competing in the Men’s Pro 1 — took to the Maritime Bay Classic Criterium course where he finished 24th out of 57 finishers in […]
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| Somerset agrees to participate in Cup Match, Independent Senator Michelle Simmons calls for the Wantley building to be saved, Harbour Nights to run from July 14 to August 25, police appeal for witnesses to Darrell’s Wharf shooting, Government presents $20,000 to Eastern Counties and BIOS receives grant to study deep-sea life are some of the stories in this […]
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| Sophia Dias, Trystan Hocking, Riley Lowe, and Cody Rans were all back in action in Spain competing in the International Optimist Dinghy Association European Championships in the Bay of Cadiz, In the Girls Division, Dias fell 13 places to finish the day in 93rd with 179 points, Dias finished the first race of the day […]
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| James River Group Holdings, Ltd. announced the retirement of Robert Myron, President and Chief Operating Officer, after more than 11 years with the organization. A spokesperson said, “Mr. Myron will retire effective July 31, 2021 for health reasons related to lingering effects of Lyme Disease. The Company and Mr. Myron expect to maintain a consulting […]
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| [Column written by PLP Senator Lindsay Simmons] The Covid-19 pandemic is far from over. The Delta variant is raging around the world and the unvaccinated are at particular risk. This new mutated variant is highly contagious and is already leading to more hospitalizations, including for younger people. Delta is now the dominant Covid spreading in […]
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| In case you have been wondering, effective this week the Ministry of Health will issue Covid-19 update press releases on Tuesdays and Fridays only, rather than the previous Monday through Friday schedule. Last week a Government spokesperson said, “Beginning June 22, 2021, the Ministry of Health will issue Covid-19 Update press releases on Tuesdays and […]
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| Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] recently led a group of first responders in electrical safety training at Warwick Camp. BELCO tweeted the photos below, saying: “Public safety is our number one priority. Last week, at Warwick Camp, we led a group of first responders in electrical safety training to ensure everyone has the knowledge […]
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| Arch Reinsurance Ltd., a subsidiary of Arch Capital Group Ltd., announced its plan to acquire Somerset Bridge Group Limited, Southern Rock Holdings Limited and affiliates, subject to regulatory approval. The company said. “The proposed acquisition will include Somerset’s motor managing general agent, distribution capabilities through direct and aggregator channels, affiliated insurer and fully integrated claims […]
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| Somerset Cricket Club has now confirmed that they will participate in the 2021 Cup Match Classic. A spokesperson said, “Following further dialogue with key stakeholders around previously raised concerns, Somerset Cricket Club has agreed to participate in the 2021 edition of the annual Cup Match Classic. “Most importantly, following the initial decision, team staff and […]
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| The Public Health [Covid-19] Emergency Order 2021 has been extended for 60 days, and will now last until August 23rd. The Bill passed in the House of Assembly and in the Senate, and the document posted online states, “The Public Health [Covid-19] Emergency Order 2021 is extended for 60 days. Accordingly, in paragraph 3[2] of […]
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| A two-year research project led by the Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences [BIOS] aimed at increasing understanding of highly migratory and mobile predatory fishes, including sharks, in Bermuda’s deep-sea waters was one of 31 projects chosen this month to receive funding through the Darwin Plus program. The program, also known as the Overseas Territories Environment […]
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| [Opinion column written by MP Chris Famous] For hundreds of years, Bermuda and the Caribbean region have been inextricably linked. The very first indentured servants arrived on our shores in 1616 from the West Indies and the vast majority of enslaved persons of African descent in Bermuda were brought from various Caribbean islands. These slaves built […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [June 23] include traffic notice & large group exemption. RTN: Cahow Way At Old Airport Entrance [July 2nd To 12th, 2021] Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Traffic Notice Notice ID: GN0538/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Public Works Headquarters Publication Date: 23 June 2021 Ministry Of […]
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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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| Thursday, June 24 is expected to see partly cloudy, increasing cloud at night, chance of a shower, with the high to be near 29°C/84°F and the low to be near 24°C/75°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be east. The relative humidity is expected to be near 77%. Sunrise will be […]
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| The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] will be celebrating International Micro, Small & Medium Sized Enterprise Day, and is urging people to “shop and support Bermuda’s micro, small and medium sized businesses.” A spokesperson said, “International Micro, Small & Medium Sized Enterprise Day is on Sunday, June 27th, 2021. As micro, small, and medium sized […]
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| “Let’s do our part to save Wantley,” Independent Senator Michelle Simmons said, adding she is “prepared to do my part, so I hope there are others out there who are listening who are also prepared to take a role in saving that building.” Speaking during the Motion to Adjourn in the Senate today, Senator Simmons […]
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| A flyer is circulating promoting a public demonstration which is apparently scheduled to be held at the Cabinet Building at 11.30am on Tuesday, June 29th. An email sent to the media said, “Calling on all Bermudians and residents, politicians, church ministers/pastors, community leaders/community activist and the wider population of Bermuda. No more division, no more […]
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