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Music Video: Jo-1's ‘No Ordinary Christmas’

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Published On :: Mon, 25 Dec 2017 14:00:43 +0000

Bermudian Joanne Ball-Burgess, also known as Jo-1, who rose to fame through East African dance show Sakata, has released a new video for her latest song, a holiday-themed track titled “No Ordinary Christmas.” The song was written and arranged by Joanne Ball-Burgess and produced by AgelessMuzik Studios by producer Dominic Khaemba. Keyboards are by Emery […]

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Music Video: Sir Dudley’s New Single “Be Yaself”

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Published On :: Fri, 26 Jan 2018 23:00:07 +0000

Bermudian reggae artist Giles “Sir Dudley” Spurling has released a new single titled ‘Be Yaself,’ a song composed of an instrumental created by Major Lazer from the song “Run Up” featuring PartyNextDoor and Nicki Minaj, along with lyrics and vocals composed by Sir Dudley. Recorded, mixed and mastered at MassFX Recording by Mr. Ivibes of Ivibes Productions, […]

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Music Video: Heritage Releases New Single

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Published On :: Fri, 25 May 2018 14:20:25 +0000

L.A.-based soul/pop band HEЯITAGE, which is comprised of Bermudian musicians, released their new single and music video cover for “I Can” by Chronixx. A spokesperson said, “The video was directed by Brandon Lee and shot in various locations in Los Angeles. With HannaH’s soulful crooning and Gianluca Gibbons’ enchanting saxophone playing, the band breathe their […]

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Music Video: “Fashion Slayer” by HEЯITAGE

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 02 Apr 2019 10:04:32 +0000

Bermudian music duo Gianluca Gibbons and Hannah Eggen of soul/pop outfit HEЯITAGE have released the music video of their new hit single “Fashion Slayer”. To Gibbons and Eggen, fashion is about more than just sharp-looking clothes – fashion means presentation, self-affirmation, creativity, and a form of artistic expression. While the members of HEЯITAGE sing about […]

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Audio: Collie Buddz Releases New Single “Bank”

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Published On :: Sat, 06 Apr 2019 22:00:24 +0000

Bermudian reggae artist Collie Buddz has released a new single, with his latest song ‘Bank’, featuring Russ and B Young. A report from Billboard said, “After being wooed by ‘Love & Reggae’ last summer, Collie Buddz is now ready to chase that paper. The Bermudian reggae star returns with his catchy new single ‘Bank.’ Audio | Parental advisory due […]

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E-Waste & TAG Recycling Day On Saturday

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Published On :: Wed, 04 Mar 2020 16:28:11 +0000

A free E-Waste & TAG Recycling Drop-Off Day event will be held on Saturday [March 7] from 8.00am to 4.00pm at the Somerset Cricket Club premises. A government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works is supporting the Free E-Waste & TAG Recycling Drop-Off Day event being sponsored by Somerset Cricket Club [SCC] on Saturday, […]

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Chester Zoo Releases Snails In Bermuda

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Published On :: Wed, 18 Mar 2020 11:02:26 +0000

Conservationists from Chester Zoo in the United Kingdom have released 800 lesser Bermuda snails on the island as they work to pull the species back from the brink of extinction. A story on the Chester Zoo website said, “The 800 lesser Bermuda snails, which were once driven to the brink of existence, have been given […]

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Please Don’t Discard Gloves & Masks On Ground

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sun, 19 Apr 2020 11:47:54 +0000

As people continue to work to protect themselves amid the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, a new environmental issue has become apparent in Bermuda, as well as other parts of the world: gloves and masks being discarded inappropriately. A number of gloves and masks were spotted by a local while talking a walk near The Reefs, as […]

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2020 Cahow Nesting Season Proving Successful

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Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 11:00:44 +0000

The 2020 Cahow nesting season has seen 134 breeding pairs produce 68 confirmed chicks, with all but two chicks at good or above average weights. A spokesperson said, “The 2020 Cahow nesting season has a record number of 134 breeding pairs, which have produced 68 confirmed chicks.” Jeremy Madeiros, Principle Conservation Officer, said, “After my […]

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Photos: BNA Who’s Who & Fast Five Tournaments

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Published On :: Sun, 02 Feb 2020 13:21:16 +0000

[Updated with photos] The Bermuda Netball Association’s Under 11 Who’s Who Tournament and the Seniors Fast Five Tournament was held at the Bernards Park. Under 11 Who’s Who The youngsters had to pick sticks to see what position they would play. The first game saw Storm Lightning and Storm Thunder end in a tie 2-2 […]

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Photos & Results: Basketball Winter League

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Published On :: Tue, 04 Feb 2020 11:38:29 +0000

[Updated with photos] A total of 181 points were scored in a Bermuda Basketball Association Winter League double header inside the CedarBridge Academy Gymnasium. The first game saw the Pembroke Skyforce defeat the Hamilton Parish Rockets 53 – 50. The Pembroke Skyforce were led by Jason Lowe who had a double-double; he scored 19 points, […]

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Photos: Fat Tire Massive Race At Hog Bay Park

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 17 Feb 2020 12:27:18 +0000

[Updated with photos] 56 racers competed during the Fat Tire Massive Mountain Bike Series at Hog Bay Park this weekend. A spokesperson said, “Under clearing skies, Hog Bay park hosted 56 racers in the second last points race for the Fat Tire Massive Mountain Bike Series. With only one race to go, several positions are […]

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Ed Appoints Kelley As Liability Division Head

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 15 Jan 2020 12:46:01 +0000

Ed, the global reinsurance, wholesale and specialty broker, announced the appointment of Colin Kelley as Head of Ed’s new Liability Division in Bermuda. Effective immediately, Mr Kelley will lead the professional lines, casualty and healthcare teams. Mr Kelley brings more than 16 years of both underwriting and broking experience to the business. He joins from […]

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Jasmine DeSilva & Anastasia Slater Join BDA

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Published On :: Mon, 27 Jan 2020 20:44:08 +0000

The Bermuda Business Development Agency [BDA] said they have “bolstered its team with the appointment of two experienced and talented Bermudians to further enhance its work to attract inward direct investment to the island.” “Jasmine DeSilva joined last week as Business Development Manager and is responsible for driving initiatives in the insurance industry, working closely […]

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Aspen Appoints Andrew Kudera As Executive VP

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Published On :: Thu, 30 Jan 2020 13:48:07 +0000

Aspen Insurance Holdings announced that Andrew [Andy] Kudera has been appointed Executive Vice President and Group Chief Actuary, effective February 3, 2020. Mr. Kudera brings 40 years of actuarial experience in the re/insurance industry to Aspen. Prior to managing his own consulting firm, he served as Executive Vice President and Group Chief Actuary at Validus Group […]

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Ann Manal Joins RenaissanceRe As CHRO

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Published On :: Tue, 04 Feb 2020 10:39:58 +0000

RenaissanceRe Holdings announced that Ann Manal has joined the Company as Chief Human Resources Officer responsible for overseeing the global HR Function. She will be based at the Company’s Bermuda headquarters. Kevin O’Donnell, President and Chief Executive Officer, stated: “I am delighted to welcome Ann to our global leadership team. “At RenaissanceRe, our people are […]

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Thomas Gallagher Elected Chairman Of BSX

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 21 Feb 2020 23:51:16 +0000

The Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX] has announced that Chairman and CEO Thomas P. Gallagher of Miami International Holdings [MIH] – the parent holding company of the MIAX Exchange Group and majority stock owner of the BSX – has been elected Chairman of the Council [Board of Directors] of the BSX. Outgoing Chairman David A. Brown […]

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Kathy Parker Joins Bacardi Limited As CMO

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Published On :: Tue, 25 Feb 2020 11:19:54 +0000

Bacardi Limited announced the appointment of Kathy Parker as Chief Marketing Officer for Patrón tequila and Grey Goose vodka, with Ms Parker set to relocate to Bermuda with her family in August. The company said, “Bacardi Limited, the largest privately held spirits company in the world, today announces the appointment of Kathy Parker as Chief Marketing Officer […]

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Qatar Re Appoints Van Der Straaten As CEO

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Published On :: Thu, 27 Feb 2020 11:27:22 +0000

Qatar Re announced the confirmation of Michael van der Straaten as the Company’s CEO. Earlier this year, he was appointed acting CEO of Qatar Re. Qatar Re also announced the appointment of Pantelis Koulovasilopoulos as CUO – Long Tail & Specialty Classes. He formerly served as Qatar Re’s deputy CUO – Long Tail & Specialty Classes. […]

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Ocorian Appoints Louise Charleson As Partner

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Published On :: Mon, 02 Mar 2020 15:14:38 +0000

Ocorian, a global provider of corporate and fiduciary services, fund administration and capital markets, has appointed Louise Charleson as Partner in its Bermuda Legal Services team. Ms. Charleson has extensive legal experience in Bermuda, having most recently been Head of Legal at Bermuda Commercial Bank Limited. Prior to this she held senior roles at leading […]

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Argus Group Appoints David Brown As Director

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Published On :: Tue, 17 Mar 2020 09:15:15 +0000

In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX], Argus Group Holdings Limited [Argus Group] announced the appointment as a Director of Mr. David A Brown with effect from February 10, 2020. Related Stories Argus Announces Retirement Of Steinhoff Argus Appoints Simmons As Director Argus Group Reports Net Profit Of $8.2 Million Argus CFO Retires: […]

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Sompo Appoints Michael Carroll As Senior VP

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Published On :: Tue, 31 Mar 2020 13:05:05 +0000

Sompo International Holdings Ltd. has been appointed Michael P. Carroll as Senior Vice President & Deputy Head of Life Sciences for Sompo Global Risk Solutions [GRS]. A spokesperson said, “Sompo International Holdings Ltd., a Bermuda-based specialty provider of property and casualty insurance and reinsurance, announced today that Michael P. Carroll has been appointed Senior Vice […]

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BILTIR Appoint Natasha Scotland Courcy

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Published On :: Tue, 28 Apr 2020 12:54:52 +0000

Bermuda International Long Term Insurers and Reinsurers [BILTIR] has appointed Natasha Scotland Courcy to its Board of Directors. A spokesperson said, “Mrs Scotland Courcy is Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Co-Chief Operating Officer at Athene Life Re Ltd., a leading global life reinsurer established in 2009. “In addition to her supervisory role over the […]

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Results: BASA Short Course Swimming Meet

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Published On :: Sun, 26 Jan 2020 15:03:20 +0000

The Bermuda Amateur Swimming Association 2020 Short Course Swimming Series Meet #1 was held at the Saltus pool this weekend. In the Women’s 15 & Over 100 SC Meter Freestyle, Skyler Powell clocked a winning time of 1:01.49, Emma Kittleson was second touching the wall in a time of 1:06.21. Jack Harvey won the Men’s […]

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Harbour Swimmers Begin BASA Short Course

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Published On :: Fri, 13 Mar 2020 15:46:03 +0000

Harbour swimmers recently began competing at the BASA Short Course Championships at the National Sports Center. A spokesperson said, “Arabella Newport-Derbyshire, Violet Smith and Somers Estwanik swept the Girls 10 and Under 400 Freestyle, with Newport-Derbyshire winning in a time of 5:26.15 “Jacob Wright and Nayland Harris placed first and second in the Boys 10 […]

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Photos, Video & Results: Fat Tire Massive Race 4

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Published On :: Mon, 27 Jan 2020 12:46:29 +0000

[Updated with photos] Over 90 mountain bike enthusiasts took part in the Fat Tire Massive Race 4 at Southlands, with Alexander Miller claiming first place in the Open 60 class. Rounding out the top five was visiting Canadian Jeff Currie, who took second place, Alan Potts in third, Cameron Morris in fourth, and Moses Johnson […]

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Video/Photos: Crashed Car Removed From Water

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Published On :: Sun, 25 Oct 2015 02:33:08 +0000

[Updated with video] A man was arrested on suspicion of impaired driving after crashing a car through a wall on Harbour Road in Paget, ending up overboard in the harbour. A police spokesperson said, “Around 1:48am on Saturday 24-October, Police responded to a report of a single vehicle collision on Harbour Road in Paget near […]

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Photos: Car Driver Crashes Into Tree In Hamilton

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Published On :: Mon, 21 Nov 2016 03:12:30 +0000

[Updated] Emergency services responded to a collision late this evening [Nov 20] on Reid Street in Hamilton which involved a car driver colliding with a tree on a sidewalk. It appears that two people were injured, with Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service personnel attending to them initially, with an ambulance then arriving on scene.  Details […]

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Photos: Car Crashes Through Harbour Road Wall

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Published On :: Fri, 09 Dec 2016 17:45:15 +0000

[Updated] Emergency services responded to the Harbour Road, Paget area this afternoon [Dec 9] where a car crashed through a wall resulting in the front of the vehicle hanging off the road above Hamilton Harbour. Police have closed the road off diverting traffic away from the scene. Details are limited at this time, however we […]

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Photos: Crashed Truck Removed From Water

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Published On :: Mon, 27 Mar 2017 12:53:33 +0000

After crashing over an embankment five weeks ago, the truck has now been moved from its position in the water in the Abbot’s Crescent, Hamilton parish area, with the vehicle seen sitting on a barge this morning. Photo of the truck prior to its removal: The truck crashed quite a distance over the embankment, with the […]

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Photos: Car Crashed Into Wall In St George’s

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Published On :: Sat, 18 Nov 2017 21:36:54 +0000

At approximately 4.00pm this afternoon [Nov 18], a collision occurred on Mullet Bay Road in St George’s in which a car driver struck a wall. Further details are limited at this time, however we will update as able. Related Stories Motorcyclist Injured In Collision In Warwick Man Arrested After Collision On Middle Road Driver Injured […]

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Photos: Police Vehicle Crashes Into Hedge

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Published On :: Tue, 27 Feb 2018 18:16:51 +0000

[Updated with video] The Bermuda Police Service attended a collision on St. David’s Road today [Feb 27] after another police vehicle was involved in a collision, resulting in the vehicle crashing into the hedges. It does not appear that anyone was injured in the crash, and a tow truck removed the vehicle at approximately 2.00pm. Update […]

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Photos: Unoccupied Car Crashes Through Wall

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Published On :: Wed, 11 Apr 2018 19:19:34 +0000

[Updated] Police are advising the public they “should avoid the section of Cavendish Road, Pembroke between Spurling Hill and Lane Hill until further notice,” as a car has “gone over an embankment.” A police spokesperson said, “Police are advising members of the public that they should avoid the section of Cavendish Road, Pembroke between Spurling […]

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Photos: Van Crashes On Side In Pembroke

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Published On :: Tue, 01 May 2018 02:32:23 +0000

[Updated with video] Emergency Services responded to the St. John’s Road, Pembroke area tonight [April 30] where a collision occurred near the junction with Cox’s Hill Road resulting in a van landing on its side at approximately 11.00pm. Traffic is being diverted away from the scene and while further details are limited at this time, […]

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Car Crashes Through Wall, Overturns On Beach

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Published On :: Fri, 27 Jul 2018 15:34:23 +0000

[Updated] Emergency service personnel are on scene following a collision in the Bailey’s Bay area this afternoon [July 27] in which a vehicle crashed through a wall, landing on the beach area below. Further details are limited at this time, however we will update as able. Update 12.58pm: Police Media Manager Dwayne Caines said, “At 11.57am […]

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Photos & Video: Van Crash In Hamilton Parish

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Published On :: Tue, 12 Mar 2019 21:12:49 +0000

[Updated] Emergency personnel responded to North Shore Road in Hamilton parish today [March 12] after a collision occurred which resulted in the van landing on its side, and appearing to bring down power lines. A police spokesperson said there was a “single vehicle collision on North Shore Road in Hamilton Parish outside of Francis Patton […]

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Powerboat Association Votes In New Executive

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Published On :: Tue, 20 Mar 2018 11:35:48 +0000

The Bermuda Powerboat Association held its Annual General Meeting [AGM] last week; as a result a new Commodore, Vice Commodore, Rear Commodore, and executive were elected. New Commodore Robert Cardwell said, “Last week the Bermuda Powerboat Association held its AGM. This AGM was well attended and in that AGM the following executive elections were made: […]

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Powerboat Racing Season Set To Get Underway

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 02 Apr 2018 15:23:31 +0000

The upcoming Bermuda Powerboat Association [BPBA] season is set to get underway. After a team test day in April, the first race day is scheduled for May 13th at Ferry Reach. Action is expected to start at 12.00pm on race days. Video from last year’s Around The Island Race. A spokesperson said, “The BPBA Executive […]

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Kim McCallan To Serve As Race Officer In UK

By bernews.com
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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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

By bernews.com
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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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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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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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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Bermuda Power Boat Association Race Results

By bernews.com
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

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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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McCallan Competes In St Clair River Classic

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 30 Jul 2019 12:21:39 +0000

Bermuda’s Kim McCallan competed in the 2019 St Clair River Off Shore Power Boat Classic in Michigan. The former Bermuda Powerboat Association commodore was making her debut as a driver in the American Power Boat Association Offshore Championship with American syndicate Nobody’s Business Offshore Racing. McCallan, competing in the ProStock V class on board her […]

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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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Ministry Of Finance Operations As Of May 4

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 20:32:25 +0000

The Ministry of Finance is advising the public of the current resumption of services and hours of operation for the Office of the Tax Commissioner, the Accountant General’s Office, the Department of Social Insurance and the Registrar of Companies. A Government spokesperson said, “The Office of the Tax Commissioner will have limited staff, on rotation, […]

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