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June 2022 RSI Report

September 18, 2022

Today, the Ministry of Economy and Labour released the June 2022 Retail Sales Index.

June’s retail sales volume decreased 4.3 per cent compared to last year. In value terms, retail sales increased to an estimated $106.0 million or 0.4 per cent.

Compared to the pre-pandemic period of June 2019, volume sales were lower by 1.3 per cent, with liquor stores the only sector experiencing year-over-year growth in June 2022.

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EMO to meet this week over Hurricane Fiona, forecast to be a Cat 3 storm

September 18, 2022

The Ministry of National Security has issued an advisory about Hurricane Fiona which could impact Bermuda later this week.
As of noon today, the storm was located 1,041 miles south of Bermuda, moving…

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Florist creates tribute to the Queen

September 18, 2022

A local florist has created a tribute depicting the image of Queen Elizabeth II.
Demco Florist Bermuda’s senior florist Dustin Francisco used fresh flowers and foliage to create the portrait which is …

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St David’s clinch First Division title

September 18, 2022

Lords (Willow Cuts won toss): St David’s beat Willow Cuts by seven wickets

St David’s clinched the Athene T20 League First Division title with a game to spare courtesy of a convincing victory ove…

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Flatts make light work of lacklustre PHC

September 18, 2022

Southampton Oval: (PHC won toss) Flatts beat PHC by four wickets.

Despite failing to muster a team the day previous and fielding just nine men for much of the PHC innings, Flatts were undaunted i…

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Allan Douglas Jr and Macai Simmons help St George’s maintain fine form

September 18, 2022

St George’s continued their fine form in the Athene T20 League Premier Division with an emphatic eight-wicket victory over Southampton on Saturday.
Having put Southampton into bat, St George’s restric…

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“Altercation Involving Several Individuals”

September 18, 2022

A 35-year-old man and a 62-year-old woman were injured in an “altercation involving several individuals during a private event at the Royal Bermuda Regiment Headquarters, Warwick Camp” today [Sept 18], the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before 11:00 a.m. today, Sunday, September 18th, 2022, Police received a number of reports of an […]

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Man and woman taken to hospital after ‘altercation’ at RBR HQ

September 18, 2022

A 35-year-old man suffered stab wounds and a 62-year-old woman swelling to her head after an altercation between a group of people at the Royal Bermuda Regiment headquarters.
A police spokesman said: …

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Dame Flora Duffy finishes sixth in gruelling PTO US Open

September 18, 2022

Dame Flora Duffy battled her way to a sixth-place finish in the inaugural PTO US Open in Dallas on Saturday.
Among a stellar elite women’s field, Duffy, making her debut in the series, exited the wate…

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Hat-trick hero Donovan Thomposn guides X-Roads into Dudley Eve quarter-finals

September 18, 2022

X-Road Warriors 6 Boulevard Blazers 1

X-Roads booked their place in the quarter-finals of the Dudley Eve Trophy with an emphatic 6-1 victory over Boulevard Blazers at Devonshire Recreation Field …

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Premier & First Division T20 Cricket Results

September 18, 2022

St. George’s Cricket Club, Western Stars, Somerset Cricket Club and St. David’s Cricket Club all recorded victories in this weekend’s Premier & First Division T20 cricket action. Premier Division St. George’s Cricket Club Won by 8 Wickets: Southampton Rangers 91/7 St. George’s Cricket Club 94/2 At the Southampton Oval, the Southampton Rangers batted first and scored 91/7 in their allotted 20 […]

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Six of the best as PHC run riot against Somerset

September 18, 2022

PHC Zebras 6 Somerset Trojans 0

It was the best of times, it was the worst of times for PHC and Somerset as they experienced contrasting fortunes in their Dudley Eve Charity Trophy match at Devon…

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Camiko Smith captures inaugural Moongate Tour Championship title

September 18, 2022

Camiko Smith became the first player to lift the Moongate Tour Championship trophy at Port Royal Golf Course on Saturday.
The professional two-putted for par on the final hole to sign off with a one-…

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Terceira Wins Class In The Netherlands

September 18, 2022

Jillian Terceira concluded competing in the Peelbergen CSI2*, CSI1*, CSIYH1* International Horse Jumping event in the Netherlands, with the Bermudian equestrian competing in two classes on the fourth day; winning one of the classes. Terceira won the 1.30m CSI1* Grand Prix Table A with Jump-Off Class riding Myrthe de Solart, they clocked a Clear Round […]

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Public Holiday Garbage Collection Advisory

September 18, 2022

Due to the Public Holiday on Monday [Sept 19] household waste that would usually be collected on that day will be collected on Tuesday. A Government spokesperson said, “Due to the Public Holiday & National Day of Mourning on Monday, 19 September 2022, household waste that would usually be collected on that day will be […]

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Dame Flora Duffy Finishes Sixth In PTO Open

September 18, 2022

[Written By Stephen Wright] Dame Flora Duffy finished sixth in the elite women’s race in the inaugural PTO US Open in Dallas yesterday. Duffy came out of the water in the 2,000-metre swim as part of a large chase pack behind Louise Charles-Barclay, of Britain, including Perez Sala, of Spain, Paula Findlay, of Canada, Katrina […]

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Dudley Eve: PHC Zebras & X-Roads Win

September 18, 2022

The Dudley Eve Cup Competition continued at the Devonshire Recreation Club with a Group B Double-Header, which produced a total of 13 goals in 180 minutes of football. PHC Zebras 6 Somerset Trojans 0 For the second time in the Dudley Eve Cup competition this season the PHC Zebras defeated an opponent 6 – 0, […]

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Video: Nahki Wells Scores In Bristol City Defeat

September 18, 2022

[Written by Stephen Wright] Nahki Wells continued his goalscoring form after netting his fifth goal of the season in Bristol City’s 2-1 defeat away to Burnley in the Sky Bet Championship yesterday. The Bermuda forward, who has scored four goals in as many games, found the net against one of his former clubs in the […]

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Smith Wins 2022 Moongate Tour Championships

September 18, 2022

The inaugural season of the Moongate Tour came to an end with the Moongate Tour Championships concluding at the Port Royal Golf Course. Camiko Smith continued his consistent play shooting a 1-over par 72 to claim the victory with a two-round total of 3-under par 139, Jarryd Dillas shot a 2-over par 73 to finish […]

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Video: Sunday Sept 18th ‘Good News’ Spotlight

September 18, 2022

News that Nia Christopher scored five goals for her Towson University soccer team – the most goals in a single game in program history – Janice Sealey-Khan, Cusheah Smith, Ivy Ingham and Roshae James each received $1,500 for nursing education, Rudell Pitcher won in California, and Kyra-Jaye Hinds was featured in an advertisement for Ann […]

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Harvey Named Penn State Swimming Captain

September 18, 2022

Penn State Men’s and Women’s Swimming & Diving announced six season captains, one of which is Bermudian Emma Harvey. The announcement said, “Penn State men’s and women’s swimming & diving announced six season captains. Seniors Wei Wei, Ellie Tiskus and Emma Harvey head the 2022-23 women’s team while seniors Kevin Sullivan and Lachlan Bryne and […]

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Weather Forecast For Sunday September 18

September 17, 2022

Sunday, September 18 is expected to be generally sunny, chance of a shower or two, with the high to be near 29°C/85°F and the low to be near 24°C/76°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NNE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 66%. Sunrise will be at 7.04am […]

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Smith Leads Moongate Tour Championships

September 17, 2022

Camiko Smith dominated the first round of the Moongate Tour Championships at the Port Royal Golf Course. Smith completed the first round shooting 4-under par 67, and will enter the second and final round leading with a 2 stroke lead over Will Haddrell who shot a first round 2-under par 69.Nick Jones is in third […]

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62-Year-Old In ICU With Serious Head Injury

September 17, 2022

The police have identified the man who is “hospitalised with a potentially life threatening head injury” as 62-year-old Randall Walker, and said that “inquiries continue regarding the circumstances of this incident.” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] can now identify the man hospitalised with a potentially life threatening head injury as 62-year-old […]

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Police name man found with potentially life threatening head injury after fall from wall

September 17, 2022

A man seriously injured in a fall on Thursday afternoon has been named by police as 62-year-old Randall Walker.
Mr Walker remains in the hospital’s Intensive Care Unit after sustaining a potentially l…

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Drivers asked to avoid Middle Road in Smith’s after crash

September 17, 2022

Drivers were asked to avoid an area of Middle Road in Smith’s this afternoon after a two-vehicle crash was reported by police at 12.50pm.
A spokesman advised the collision occurred near the junction o…

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Craig Bean Championship Day Seven Results

September 17, 2022

Four matches were played at the Fairmont Southampton Tennis Courts as the Craig Bean Memorial Championships 2022 resumed. In the A Division Final, Tariq Simons defeated Gavin Manders in straight sets 6-0, 6-2. Johnny James defeated Chase McCrimmon in a three-set battle 6-2, 6-7, 11-9, in their B Division match-up. A Division Final 6 6 […]

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Music Review: Just Friends At Bungalow 56

September 17, 2022

[Written by Dale Butler] On Sunday, September 11, 2022 at 7.00pm at Bungalow 56 on Reid Street in Hamilton, adjacent to The Music Box, I was flooded with numerous memories of Hubie’s Bar, the iconic jazz club that closed in May 2010. Hubie’s was located on Angle Street in Pembroke [north Hamilton area] directly opposite Rosalie […]

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‘Moment Of Reflection’ On The Queen

September 17, 2022

Government House advised “that on Sunday, September 18th a ‘Moment of Reflection’ will take place at 8.00 pm in the UK [4.00 pm in Bermuda]. A spokesperson said, “The public are invited to come together and observe a national ‘Moment of Reflection’ to mourn and reflect on the life and legacy of Queen Elizabeth II. […]

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Shipping Schedule: Week Starting September 17

September 17, 2022

The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday September 17th. On Sunday the Oleander container ship and the Enchantment of the Seas cruise ship are expected, on Monday the Norwegian Getaway cruise ship will arrive, and on Tuesday the Somers Isles container ship and […]

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MarketPlace National Day Of Mourning Hours

September 17, 2022

The MarketPlace has provided information about their opening hours during the National Day of Mourning — which will take place on Monday, September 19 out of respect for the late Queen Elizabeth II — with their graphic stating that their Shelly Bay, Heron Bay, Modern Mart, and Pricerite Warwick stores will be open from 8.00am […]

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BSX Will Be Closed On Monday For Holiday

September 17, 2022

The Bermuda Stock Exchange will be closed on Monday in observance of the Public Holiday. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX] advises that the Exchange will be closed on Monday, 19th September 2022, in observance of the Public Holiday to mark the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II. The BSX will re-open on Tuesday, 20th September […]

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Bacardi Announces Global Marketing Moves

September 17, 2022

Bermuda headquartered Bacardi Limited has announced moves within its global marketing leadership. A spokesperson said, “Bacardi Limited, the largest privately held spirits company in the world, today announces moves within its global marketing leadership. John Burke, Global Chief Marketing Officer of Bacardi and President of Bacardi Global Brands Limited, will retire after more than 28 years […]

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Justin Corday determined to maintain goalscoring form

September 17, 2022

Justin Corday, the Somerset Trojans captain, will be keen to continue his goalscoring streak as his side seek to clinch qualification to the Dudley Eve Trophy quarter-finals.
The 27-year-old forward n…

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St David’s on brink of T20 First Division title glory

September 17, 2022

St David’s can clinch a second title of the season with victories over Somerset Bridge and fellow promotion hopefuls Willow Cuts this weekend.
Ricky Brangman’s team sealed promotion last weekend after…

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Cameron Jeffers relishing trial opportunity at Worcestershire

September 17, 2022

Cameron Jeffers hopes to make the most of his opportunity during a trial with Worcestershire County Cricket Club tomorrow.
The Bermuda leg spinner will be among those looking to impress the coaching s…

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Briana Ray to lead women’s hardball cricket session

September 17, 2022

The BCB will be hosting a women’s hardball cricket session led by female cricketer Briana Ray at the National Sports Centre on Wednesday.
Briana, who has been playing cricket in the United Kingdom for…

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Add to your financial control with online course from the experts

September 17, 2022

We Bermudians do have a unique culture, no question about it. Our music is unique, influenced from many sources: yet stands on its own identity as local musicians will make melodies individualistic, a…

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Suspended prison sentence for man who caused death of friend

September 17, 2022

A man who caused the death of a friend in a boat crash on New Year’s Day was given a suspended prison sentence after a judge said he was “handcuffed” by precedent.
Mikado Burchall, 36, pleaded guilty …

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Bermuda College students awarded scholarships raised from memorial cricket tournament

September 17, 2022

Bermuda College students Kevin Davis-Edwards, Micah Simmons, Jahni Darrell and Damariano Corriea are the first beneficiaries of a Scholarship Fund honouring late Southampton Rangers cricketer Gary Cro…

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Camiko Smith takes early control of Moongate Tour Championship

September 17, 2022

Camiko Smith set the early pace during the opening round of the Moongate Tour Championship at a windswept Port Royal Golf Course yesterday.
The professional coped best in the trying conditions on the …

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Equestrian trio qualify for prestigious ASPCA Maclay finals

September 16, 2022

Bermuda’s Cody Rego, Skyla White and Julia Slade have qualified to compete in the upcoming 2022 ASPCA Maclay finals.
The ASPCA Maclay Championship is one of the most prestigious competitions in the Un…

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The Big Read: Director of Cricket Elliot Wilson gives his take on state of the game in Bermuda

September 16, 2022

Bermuda’s newly appointed Director of Cricket is determined to shake up the game with a view to returning the island to something approaching the glory days that led to qualification for the 2007 ICC …

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Deputy OBA Leader On Attendance, Silence

September 16, 2022

Only 14 of the 47 members of the Legislature spoke at today’s joint session to honour the Queen, Deputy Opposition Leader Jarion Richardson said, adding that the UK “continues to accept our economic refugees” and “we as Bermudians, have accepted the honours of our association with the UK” for matters like knighthoods and Covid vaccines, […]

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Video: Premier’s Tribute To Queen Elizabeth II

September 16, 2022

“Let us reflect on the Queen’s decades of undimmed duty and service, and her quiet but steadfast leadership over a long and well-lived life,” Premier David Burt said as he paid tribute to Queen Elizabeth II during today’s [Sept 16] Special Joint Session of the Legislature. Premier Burt said, “Mr. Speaker, we convene in this […]

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Official Govt & Legal Notices For Sept 16 2022

September 16, 2022

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Sept 16] include appointments and acting appointments. Board Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Appointments Notice ID: GN0884/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication date: 16 September 2022 The Minister of Health is pleased to make the following appointments. Medical Practitioners Professional Conduct Committee Medical Practitioners Act 1950 Chairman […]

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Retail Sales Decreased 4.3% In June 2022

September 16, 2022

After adjusting for the retail sales rate of inflation – measured at 4.9% in June – the overall volume of retail sales decreased 4.3% compared to June 2021, according to the recently released Retail Sales Index. A Government spokesperson said, “Today, the Ministry of Economy and Labour released the June 2022 Retail Sales Index. June’s retail sales […]

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PHC Foundation 2022 Scholarship Recipients

September 16, 2022

T’Syi Showers, Kauai Evans, Eusebio King-Mills, Keishon Bean, Canijzhae Nesbitt, Roque Roberts and Stefan Simmons have all earned PHC Foundation scholarships. A spokesperson said, “The PHC Foundation recently held its 18th Annual Scholarship Awards Ceremony at Chubb Bermuda. A total of $25,000 was awarded to seven young men to assist with their studies at high school, college […]

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Food sales volume even lower than before the pandemic

September 16, 2022

June’s retail sales volume fell to a lower level than the pre-pandemic June of 2019, the government reported Friday night. Even less food was sold.
Retail sales for June 2022 decreased 4.3 per cent co…

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BSX finishes 0.73% lower for the week

September 16, 2022

The RG/BSX Index fell 26.01 points (1.08 per cent) to 2,375.41 for the day on a share volume of 1,900, pulled down by BF&M Ltd. which closed down $2.85 (11.9 per cent) at $21.15 on a share volume …

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