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Kim McCallan To Serve As Race Officer In UK

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Published On :: Wed, 27 Jun 2018 15:43:31 +0000

Kim McCallan, the former Bermuda Power Boat Association Commodore, is making headlines and history. Ms McCallan is presently in the United Kingdom to take her position as the first Bermudian female to be the Officer of the Day from 28 June to 1 July 2018 where she will be the overall person in charge of […]

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Bermuda Powerboat Sunday Race Results

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Published On :: Sun, 08 Jul 2018 18:37:20 +0000

Racing took place today [July 8] at Spanish Point Boat Club for the second of a three race series at that location. Two races were held, the first was a twenty five minute race with results as follows: A Class A16 Ryan and Richard Davidge completing 8 laps finishing in first place A29 David Selley […]

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Around The Island Race Set For Sunday At 2pm

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 06 Aug 2018 21:05:43 +0000

The Around the Island Power Boat Race is scheduled to take place this Sunday [Aug 12] with boats taking to the Ferry Reach start line at 2.00pm. Video from the 2017 Around the Island Power Boat Race: This coming Thursday the Bermuda Power Boat Association will be having their final registration meeting for the race. […]

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Around The Island Race Route Map & Entrants

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 10 Aug 2018 22:49:38 +0000

The Around the Island Power Boat Race is scheduled to take place this coming Sunday [Aug 12] with boats taking to the Ferry Reach start line in the afternoon. A spokesperson said, “BPBA have secured Rubis as our official Round the Island sponsor. Early indications are that the weather is going to create the opportunity […]

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BMOC Issue Around The Island Race Advisory

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sat, 11 Aug 2018 17:37:51 +0000

The Around The Island Powerboat Race is scheduled to take place tomorrow [Aug 12] starting at 2.00pm and in advance of the race, the Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre [BMOC] have issued a local navigation warning in reference to the closure of sea passages. A BMOC spokesperson said, “The Around The Island Powerboat Race will be […]

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Videos: Around The Island Race Gets Underway

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sun, 12 Aug 2018 16:29:09 +0000

The final preparations are underway for the Rubis Around the Island powerboat race which is set take place this afternoon [Aug 12] starting from Ferry Reach in the east end. We will have additional coverage later on, and in the meantime, the live video is below. The live broadcast of the final preparations has ended, […]

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Around The Island Powerboat Race Results

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sun, 12 Aug 2018 22:03:37 +0000

The 2018 RUBiS Around the Island Powerboat Race was held today with a fleet of 17 boats registered to race. “The race started at 2pm with the four A Class boats. A 29 [David Selley and Matthew Smith] dominated the race with a good close following from A 26 [Shaki Easton and Shane Madeiros],” the […]

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Photos: Around The Island Powerboat Race

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 13 Aug 2018 14:14:01 +0000

The 2018 RUBiS Around the Island Powerboat Race was held on Sunday [Aug 12] with a fleet of 17 boats registered to race and 11 completing the course. First across the line was David Selley and Mathew Smith in A29 who also took class honors and set a new A Class record in a time […]

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Last BPBA Season Power Boat Race Cancelled

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sat, 08 Sep 2018 13:19:41 +0000

The Bermuda Power Boat Association has cancelled the last power boat race of the 2018 season which was scheduled to take place tomorrow [Sept 8] at Spanish Point Boat Club, due to the approach of Tropical Storm / Hurricane Florence. The association has planned a meeting for Thursday to decide whether to reschedule the race […]

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Last 2018 Powerboat Race Set For September 30

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Published On :: Sat, 22 Sep 2018 20:09:29 +0000

The Bermuda Power Boat Association [BPBA] is scheduled to hold the last power boat race of the 2018 season on Sunday, September 30th at Spanish Point Boat Club. In a social media post, BPBA Commodore Robert Cardwell said, “A decision was made to schedule the necessary final race of the season so that we can […]

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Bermuda Power Boat Association Race Schedule

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sun, 17 Feb 2019 14:00:43 +0000

The Bermuda Power Boat Association [BPBA] released their race schedule for 2019, with the first event to take place on May 5th. Race and Event Schedule: May 5th – St. Georges Marine Expo Race May 26th – SPBC – Nationals Race 1 & 2 June 9th – Ferry Reach June 30th – Ferry Reach July […]

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Photos, Video & Results: Expo Powerboat Racing

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Published On :: Mon, 20 May 2019 13:34:01 +0000

The first racing to kick off the 2019 Bermuda Powerboat Association [BPBA] race season was held on Sunday [May 19] in St. George’s Harbour in conjunction with the fourth annual St. George’s Marine Expo hosted by Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] along with title sponsor RUBiS Energy Bermuda. There were two races held throughout the […]

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Powerboat Racing Season Second Race Day

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sun, 26 May 2019 22:10:45 +0000

A two race day was held at the Spanish Point Boat Club for the second race day of the 2019 powerboat racing season. “The first of three races was the BPBA National Championship Series, and the second race was Spanish Point National Championship Race [Race one of three]. A fleet of nine entries in A […]

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Photos: Powerboat Racing Second Race Day

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 30 May 2019 17:00:35 +0000

A two race day was held at the Spanish Point Boat Club for the second race day of the 2019 powerboat racing season. “The first of three races was the BPBA National Championship Series, and the second race was Spanish Point National Championship Race [Race one of three]. A fleet of nine entries in A […]

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Powerboat Racing Association Race Results

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sun, 09 Jun 2019 20:16:18 +0000

The Bermuda Powerboat Racing Association [BPBA] held their latest round of racing today, with boats taking part in the A Class, B Class and S Class. A Class A 29 1st – David Selley - Mathew Smith A 26 2nd – Shane Maderios - Clayton Harshaw B Class B 77 1st – Jody & Tony […]

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Photos & Results: Bermuda Powerboat Racing

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 13 Jun 2019 18:53:54 +0000

The Bermuda Powerboat Racing Association [BPBA] held their latest round of racing on Sunday [June 9], with boats taking part in the A Class, B Class and S Class. A Class A 29 1st – David Selley - Mathew Smith A 26 2nd – Shane Maderios - Clayton Harshaw B Class B 77 1st – […]

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Powerboat Racing Association Race Results

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 01 Jul 2019 10:38:04 +0000

The Bermuda Powerboat Racing Association [BPBA] held their latest round of racing this weekend, with boats taking part in the A Class, B Class, D Class and S Class. First Race A Class A 29 – 1st – David Selley - Mathew Smith A 26 – 2nd – Shane Maderios - Errin Butterfield B class […]

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Photos & Results: Bermuda Powerboat Racing

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 04 Jul 2019 16:26:17 +0000

The Bermuda Powerboat Racing Association [BPBA] held their latest round of racing this weekend, with boats taking part in the A Class, B Class, D Class and S Class. First Race A Class A 29 – 1st – David Selley - Mathew Smith A 26 – 2nd – Shane Maderios - Errin Butterfield B class […]

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Bermuda Power Boat Association Race Results

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Published On :: Mon, 15 Jul 2019 12:06:51 +0000

The Bermuda Power Boat Association hosted another round of powerboat racing this weekend in Spanish Point, with David Selley and Mathew Smith, Quincè Dowling and Tai Bean, and Aaron Sims and Steven Bridges claiming top spots in their respective classes. A Class A 29 1st – David Selley & Mathew Smith A 26 DNF – Shane Maderios […]

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Photos: Bermuda Powerboat Association Race

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 18 Jul 2019 13:33:40 +0000

The Bermuda Power Boat Association hosted another round of powerboat racing this weekend in Spanish Point, with David Selley and Mathew Smith, Quincè Dowling and Tai Bean, and Aaron Sims and Steven Bridges claiming top spots in their respective classes. A Class A 29 1st – David Selley & Mathew Smith A 26 DNF – Shane Maderios […]

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Around The Island Powerboat Race Postponed

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sat, 10 Aug 2019 12:48:02 +0000

The Bermuda Powerboat Association is postponing the Around the Island race that was scheduled to take place this Sunday [Aug 11] due to the “unfavorable offshore weather forecast. “We plan to go ahead the following Sunday weather dependent,” a spokesperson said. Related Stories Round The Island Powerboat Race This Sunday Around The Island Powerboat Race Results […]

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Round The Island Powerboat Race This Sunday

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 16 Aug 2019 10:42:47 +0000

After being postponed last week due to the inclement weather, the Bermuda Powerboat Association has confirmed that the annual Round the Island race will be held this coming Sunday [Aug 18] starting at 2.00pm from Ferry Reach. A spokesperson said, “The BPBA Executive have declared the annual Round the Island race shall happen on Sunday, […]

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Round The Island Powerboat Race Participants

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sat, 17 Aug 2019 17:56:56 +0000

The Bermuda Powerboat Association [BPBA] will be hosting the annual Round the Island race tomorrow [Aug 18] starting at 2.00pm from Ferry Reach. Eighteen boats are confirmed as registered with more unconfirmed at the time of the list release. Participant list released by BPBA follows below: A – Class: A29 – David Selley & Scott […]

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Marine Safety Advisory: Round The Island Race

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sat, 17 Aug 2019 18:45:37 +0000

The Bermuda Police Service is reminding members of the public that the Around the Island Powerboat Race will take place starting at 2.00pm Sunday [Aug 18] and they are encouraging everyone to “make this year’s event as safe as possible for all users of Bermuda’s waters”. A police spokesperson said, “While the Bermuda Powerboat Association […]

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Videos: Around The Island Powerboat Race Start

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sun, 18 Aug 2019 17:20:24 +0000

[Updated] The 2019 Rubis Around the Island Powerboat Race is getting underway this afternoon [Aug 18] with racing scheduled to begin at 2.00pm from Ferry Reach. You can watch a live stream below, and we will have additional coverage later on after the event concludes. Update: The live replay is below Update: A second live replay […]

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Photos: Around The Island Powerboat Race

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 19 Aug 2019 00:15:30 +0000

The 2019 Rubis Around the Island Powerboat Race took place this afternoon [Aug 18], with two new records set, and David Selley and Scott Barnes taking line honours. With a time of 50.19, David Selley and Scott Barnes in addition to Breaking the A Class Record also took the line honours as the first boat to cross […]

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Bermuda Power Boat Association Race Schedule

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 15 Jan 2020 10:47:11 +0000

The Bermuda Power Boat Association [BPBA] has released their race schedule for 2020, with the first event to take place on April 5. Race and Event Schedule: 5th April – Ferry Reach [Points Races] 26th April – St Georges – Marine Expo [Nationals Races] 17th May – Ferry Reach [Points Races] 31st May – Ferry […]

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MarketPlace Offer 5% Discount For FA Recipients

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 20:29:26 +0000

[Updated] MarketPlace announced a “daily 5% discount for recipients of financial assistance for six months to support them through the challenging times ahead.” A spokesperson said, “The new daily 5% discount offering, which comes into effect from Thursday, May 7, is our way of continuing to support our community members who need it most. “The […]

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Auto Solutions Donates 5,000 Face Masks

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 17:33:43 +0000

Minister Wayne Caines thanked Auto Solutions after the company donated 5,000 face masks for distribution to the public. In an online post, the Bermuda Government said, “National Security Minister Wayne Caines extended his thanks to Auto Solutions’ Managing Director Glen Smith after the company donated 5,000 face masks for distribution to the public. Minister Caines: […]

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Video: ‘Taking Off’ On Impact Of Covid-19

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 18:21:40 +0000

After taking a hiatus due to the pandemic, Skyport has released the latest episode of ‘Taking Off’, a video series with host Mikaela Pearman that highlights the airport redevelopment project, with this episode highlighting the impact of Covid-19 in the construction of the new passenger terminal building. Speaking in the episode, Mikaela Pearman said, “As […]

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ZipX Donates 5,000 Face Masks To Government

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 11:45:52 +0000

ZipX Bermuda has donated 5,000 face masks to the Bermuda Government for the island’s frontline workers during the Covid-19 pandemic. A spokesperson said, “ZipX Bermuda has donated 5,000 face masks to the Bermuda Government for the island’s frontline workers. Additionally, they are supplying ZipX customers with complimentary individually-wrapped face masks with every package they deliver.” […]

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Videos: Coast Guard Evacuates Sick Passenger

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Published On :: Tue, 18 Oct 2016 01:34:56 +0000

[Updated with videos] Local officials are currently helping to coordinate the helicopter evacuation of a sick passenger from the Norwegian Gem cruise ship, with the aircraft and helicopter due to refuel in Bermuda before rendezvousing with the ship. Update: US Coast Guard helicopter & C-130 taking off from Bermuda at approximately 11pm The Duty Officer […]

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Fire Service Clean Spill At Private Plane Facility

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 28 May 2018 19:19:48 +0000

[Updated with video] The Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service attended a spill this afternoon [May 28] at L.F. Wade International Airport’s Apron 4 near the private plane facility. Skyport representatives could also be seen at the scene. The spill was covered with an absorbent material then swept up into containers. The scent of fuel could […]

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Bermuda Snooker League Action Results

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Published On :: Thu, 09 Nov 2017 00:00:44 +0000

Spanish Point Boat Club One defeated Sandy’s Boat Club Two 4 – 1 in the latest round of Bermuda Snooker League action. Ed Gumbs and Tyler Siese split a game each in the double frame matches with Gumbs taking the first game 47-37 and Siese 45-32 in the second game. Paul Fedden defeated Jim 82-8 […]

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Bermuda Snooker League Action Results

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Published On :: Fri, 22 Dec 2017 10:52:36 +0000

Three matches were played in the latest round of the Bermuda Snooker League play. Warwick Workman’s Club One 3 Spanish Point Boat Club One 2 Trevor Mouchette gave Warwick the lead when he defeated Chris Dakin 58-20, Spanish Point Boat Club One would lead 2 – 1 after Paul Fedden defeated Todd 71-30 & 44-25, […]

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Bermuda Snooker League Action Results

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Published On :: Thu, 25 Jan 2018 00:00:36 +0000

Four matches were played in the latest round of the Bermuda Snooker League play. Warwick Workman’s Club Two 3 Warwick Workman’s Club One 2 The battle of Warwick Workman’s Club was won by the second team 3 – 2, Zane DeSilva of the 2nd team defeated Gary Bascombe 65-48, before Trevor Mouchette drew the teams […]

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Bermuda Snooker League Action Results

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Published On :: Thu, 22 Feb 2018 12:49:39 +0000

The Bermuda Snooker League season resumed with four matches on tap, three of the matches ended with a three point margin, while the other was decided by one point. Spanish Point Boat Club One 4 Spanish Point Boat Club Two 1 Spanish Point Boat Club One won the battle of the Club with a 4 […]

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Bermuda Snooker League Action Results

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Published On :: Thu, 24 Jan 2019 12:23:12 +0000

The Bermuda Snooker League Season continued with four matches played across the island. Warwick Workman’s Club One 4 Spanish Point Boat Club One 1 Daemon Henley gave Warwick Workman’s Club One the lead when he defeated Chris Dakin in the 1st of 2 games 55 – 47, but Spanish Point Boat Club One’s Dakin leveled […]

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Nov 29: Masterworks To Host ‘Colour Abstracts’

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Published On :: Fri, 22 Nov 2019 14:02:19 +0000

Masterworks will host Teresa Kirby Smith’s exhibition, titled ‘Colour Abstracts,’ on Friday, November 29 from 5.30pm until 7.00pm in the Rick Faries Gallery. Ms. Kirby Smith said, “My photographic work can be divided in two discrete categories: black and white film shot exclusively at night and later developed and printed in my studio; and abstract […]

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Black Pony Gallery Features Gherdai Hassell

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Published On :: Fri, 17 Jan 2020 12:45:31 +0000

Black Pony Gallery has announced the inclusion of Bermudian artist Gherdai Hassell and her first online exclusive solo exhibition ‘Collecting the Gaze.’ Curator Lisa Howie said, “The beauty of black women is celebrated in this limited-edition print run by Gherdai Hassell. Her layers of mixed media materials combined with deft brushwork create sculpted portraits that […]

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Dejavon Paynter Paints Clearwater Beach

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 05 Mar 2020 13:03:31 +0000

Local artist Dejavon Paynter has painted a portrayal of the Clearwater Beach race festivities that are scheduled for Labour Day weekend. A spokesperson said, “Local artist Dejavon Paynter has put brush to canvas to create the first portrayal of Clearwater Beach race festivities scheduled for Labour Day weekend. “Paynter was engaged by organisers of the […]

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BNG Postpones ARTReach For Education Gala

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Published On :: Mon, 16 Mar 2020 13:15:13 +0000

The Bermuda National Gallery has postponed the ARTReach for Education Gala, which was scheduled for March 21. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda National Gallery’s ARTReach for Education Gala, sponsored by Randall & Quilter, which was scheduled for March 21, has been postponed in line with government recommendations amid growing concerns surrounding the spread of novel […]

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Black Pony Gallery Highlights Artist From Azores

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Published On :: Thu, 09 Apr 2020 14:45:22 +0000

Black Pony Gallery is getting set to open an online exhibition tomorrow [April 10] showcasing works by artist Leonor Almeida Pereira, a mixed media artist currently living in São Miguel Island, the Azores. Curator Lisa Howie said, “Black Pony Gallery aims to represent talented contemporary artists from the Atlantic World, starting with Bermuda and extending […]

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Black Pony Gallery Features Richard E Sutton

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sun, 03 May 2020 12:13:50 +0000

Black Pony Gallery has announced the inclusion of local artist Richard Edson Sutton, an artist and art educator based in Bermuda. Curator Lisa Howie said, “As a child he resided in several Caribbean Islands before moving to New York City where he experienced a culture shock. “In the US, he was struck by the systems […]

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Black Pony Features Teresa Kirby Smith

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Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 23:00:58 +0000

Black Pony Gallery is getting set to open a new exhibition showcasing works by Teresa Kirby Smith, a photographer who received an MA in Photography & Fine Arts Administration from New York University. Curator Lisa Howie said, “Black Pony Gallery is committed to the narrative of contemporary visual art makers in the Atlantic world. Currently, […]

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Waldron Wins Twice In Quebec Horse Racing

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 15 Jul 2019 22:00:55 +0000

Kiwon Waldron competed in the Quebec Regional Fair Circuit races at the Hippodrome 3R in Canada, making an excellent showing in the international event. In the third race he was able to lead from start to finish in 2:05.4 with the pacer Shemaksmefelunreal, who is sired by Sunshine Beach from the No Pan Intended mare, […]

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Kiwon Waldron Breaks Track Record In Canada

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 13 Aug 2019 23:00:17 +0000

Kiwon Waldron was recently back in action, taking the St Aime Des Lacs Track in Canada by storm as he notched two wins and broke a track record. Waldron was in action on three occasions during the day’s racing, picking up two wins and a second place finish to go along with setting the new […]

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Kiwon Waldron Wins Two Races In Canada

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Published On :: Wed, 11 Sep 2019 11:00:44 +0000

Kiwon Waldron was back in action, this time at the Saint Esprit Track in Canada. Waldron continues taking the tracks in Canada by storm this summer, he picked up two wins, a second and a fourth place finish. Waldron took the checkered flag in Class One clocking 2:00.4. In Class 7, Waldron finished 4th, and […]

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Harness Racer Waldron Impressing In Canada

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 01 Oct 2019 09:30:41 +0000

Bermudian harness racer Kiwon Waldron has been making an impressive name for himself tearing up the track in Canada in recent months. Invited to participate on the Quebec Regional Fair Circuit by Team Allard, one of the leading North America harness racing outfits in terms both of wins and earnings, the 19-year old Bermudian racked […]

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Bermuda Harness Pony Racing Results

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Published On :: Sun, 06 Oct 2019 23:00:15 +0000

The Bermuda Equestrian Federation’s Harness Pony Racing Season got underway at the National Equestrian Center on Vesey Street. In the opening race of the 2019-20 Season, Philip Correia in the bike of Reel Patrol took the line honors clocking a time of 1:06&3 competing in the 1:03&4 & Faster Time Bar Class, Dylan DeSilva and […]

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