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Comment on Earth Day Turns 50 with a Massive Livestream Event by elijahmacaulay

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Published On :: Sat, 25 Apr 2020 03:36:22 +0000

We must unite to save nature.


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Audubon Society Photo Field Trip On Sunday

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Published On :: Fri, 04 Oct 2019 16:57:43 +0000

The Bermuda Audubon Society’s photography club is getting set to hold a field trip on Sunday [Oct 6] at Ferry Point Park in St. George’s A spokesperson said, “Calling all nature photographers. The Bermuda Audubon Society’s photography club is holding a field trip on Sunday [Oct 6] at Ferry Point Park in St. George’s. “Bring […]

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Peregrine Falcon Released After Rehabilitation

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 18 Dec 2019 00:30:21 +0000

Milly — a Peregrine Falcon who was found at Spittal Pond — has been released after receiving rehabilitation and care at the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum and Zoo. BAMZ Curator Patrick Talbot explained, “Last month, an avid bird watcher and member of the Bermuda Audubon Society, Erich Hetzel, came across a Peregrine Falcon on the ground […]

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Tyler Butterfield Finishes 2nd In Ironman 70.3

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 05 Aug 2019 13:03:17 +0000

Bermuda’s Tyler Butterfield made a strong showing at the Ironman Boulder 70.3 in Colorado, racing to a second place finish in a time of 3:44:40. The Bermudian triathlete clocked 25:42 on the swim, then recorded a time of 2:03.42 on the run, before closing out with a time of 1:11.56 on the bike course. “Chris […]

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Video: Tyler Butterfield Wins Ironman Cozumel

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 30 Sep 2019 20:14:28 +0000

[Updated with video] Tyler Butterfield took the winner’s spot on the podium on Sunday [Sept 29] after winning the Ironman 70.3 Cozumel with a time of 3:50:22. The event’s online coverage said, “Tyler Butterfield crushed the second half of the run to take the lead and the win at the 2019 Mazda IRONMAN 70.3 Cozumel”. A […]

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Tyler Butterfield Wins Ironman Cozumel

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Published On :: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 13:35:37 +0000

Tyler Butterfield won the Ironman Cozumel in extremely impressive fashion. The Bermudian triathlete was clocked across the line in a time of 7:44:01, some three minutes and eleven seconds ahead of the second place finisher Michael Weiss. Butterfield recorded a time of 42.11 on the swim, he then clocked 4:19.11 on the run, before clocking […]

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Bermuda Warrior Challenge Martial Arts Held

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 24 Jun 2019 10:34:10 +0000

The 1st Bermuda Warrior Challenge took place at The Academy of Martial Arts this weekend [June 22], with martial arts skills on display from age groups ranging from 7 to 13 years of age. Participants were judged on punching strength, time around the challenge course, faults and self-defense techniques demonstrated. The event saw a number […]

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Lepercq Memorial Martial Arts Tournament Held

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sun, 01 Sep 2019 16:57:29 +0000

Eight competitors turned up to celebrate the 19th edition of the Lepercq Memorial karate tournament at the Hamilton Princess Hotel this weekend. The one active match up between Suzanne Ericsson and Andrea McKey gave a close 2/1 win to Ms. Ericsson. Entrants who gained performance medals in forms were Andrea Mckey for weapons, Charles Ndaiye […]

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2020 Ag Show Cancelled Due To Coronavirus

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 19 Mar 2020 12:30:05 +0000

Due to the ongoing global Covid-19 pandemic, AG Show Ltd has made the decision to cancel this year’s exhibition event “to ensure people, young and old, are not putting themselves at unnecessary risk of getting ill.” A spokesperson said, “With the health and safety of the Bermuda public in mind, AG Show Ltd has made the […]

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Covid-19: Peppercorn Ceremony Cancelled

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 30 Mar 2020 16:45:47 +0000

The annual Peppercorn Ceremony – which was scheduled to take place on April 22nd — has been cancelled due to Covid-19. A spokesperson said, “The Corporation of St. George [CSG] would like to inform the public that the annual Peppercorn Ceremony that was scheduled to take place 22nd April has been cancelled due to Covid-19. A […]

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Apex Legends Online Tournament To Be Held

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 21 Apr 2020 09:56:07 +0000

In an effort to help keep people entertained from home as everyone tries to get through the Covid 19 pandemic, the BDA Esports League will be hosting the Apex Legends Online Tournament on May 2 [Saturday]. A spokesperson said, “Representatives from the BDA Esports League are doing their part to help keep people safe and […]

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Pow Wow 2020 Cancelled Due To Covid-19

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 23 Apr 2020 19:37:12 +0000

The St. David’s Islanders and Native Community has cancelled its bi-annual Pow Wow, which was set for June 6 and June 7, due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. A spokesperson said, “The St. David’s Islanders and Native Community has cancelled its bi-annual Pow Wow which was set for June 6 and June 7, as the […]

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United Wellness Offering Virtual Classes

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 24 Apr 2020 22:12:30 +0000

United Wellness is offering free virtual classes tomorrow [April 25] to help people sheltering at home during the Covid-19 pandemic to exercise. A spokesperson said, “A group of local instructors of Zumba and Strong Nation have joined forces to share their passion for fitness and movement with our community in Bermuda and around the world. […]

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BHW Cancels 2020 Bermuda Carnival Events

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 20:38:30 +0000

Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, BHW has cancelled all the Bermuda Carnival events, which were scheduled to take place in June. A spokesperson said, “As we, along with the entire world face one of the greatest challenges humanity has ever encountered, we pray and hope that you and your loved ones are staying safe and […]

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Tumble Tots Celebrates Its 30th Anniversary

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 01 Sep 2015 15:50:32 +0000

30 years ago, Anne Hines and Christine DeSilva, both having worked in education for over 40 years, recognized a need. The two of them founded the Bermuda Gymnastics Association and grew to realize that parents also sought a program, not offered at that time, designed specifically for the younger age group, so Tumble Tots Bermuda […]

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Tumble Tots Celebrating 34th Anniversary

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sun, 14 Apr 2019 13:00:11 +0000

Tumble Tots Bermuda is celebrating its 34th anniversary this year, as 34 years ago, Anne Hines and Christine DeSilva, both having worked in education for over 40 years, recognized a need. The two of them founded the Bermuda Gymnastics Association and grew to realize that parents also sought a program, not offered at that time, designed […]

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Michael Dunkley: Spending $2.5M Is ‘Worrying’

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 17 Dec 2019 14:28:09 +0000

“I am a keen supporter of golf, but to spend $2.5 million dollars in a very tight budget year, where taxpayers are struggling to meet commitments and no budget was allocated for the work it is very concerning and worrying,” Michael Dunkley said regarding the cost to prepare the Port Royal Golf Course for the […]

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Dark N’ Stormy World Par 3 To Be Held In March

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 17 Jan 2020 17:28:42 +0000

Fairmont Southampton will host the Dark N’ Stormy World Par 3 Championship from March 5 to 8, with the golf tournament open to players including qualified Bermudian golfers, professional golfers, and golf enthusiasts. A spokesperson said, “Fairmont Southampton is proud to announce our new partnership with Goslings to operate The World Par 3 Championship, to be known […]

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Bermuda Rugby Team To Take On Guadeloupe

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sun, 18 Aug 2019 17:00:45 +0000

The Bermuda Rugby Team will match up against Guadeloupe at the 2019 Caribbean Cup Final on Saturday, September 21 at National Sports Center. The online promotion said, “Join us at the National Sports Center for a jam-packed day of rugby, a great day out for the whole family! Special events for the day to be announced. […]

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Caribbean Cup: Bermuda Defeat Guadeloupe

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sun, 22 Sep 2019 02:50:53 +0000

Bermuda’s 29-man squad for today’s [Sept 21] Caribbean Cup fixture against Guadeloupe in the Rugby Americas North championships 2019, were crowned champions after they defeated Guadeloupe 33-10 at the National Sports Center. Bermuda took the lead in the first minute when Alex Brown went over for a try and Dan Cole kicked the conversion to […]

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World Rugby Classic: Ireland & South Africa Win

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 05 Nov 2019 12:32:26 +0000

A total of 55 points were put on the board on the second day of the 2019 World Rugby Classic at the National Sports Center. Ireland Legends 25 – USA Eagles 8 Ireland put on a dominant performance as they defeated the United States in the opening game of the second day of the World […]

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Photos: Colonial Helps Next Generation Rugby

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 07 Nov 2019 22:38:02 +0000

The next generation rugby players in Bermuda and East and Southern Africa have been given a big boost thanks to one of the Island’s leading insurance companies. Colonial Group International, which is sponsoring the Classic Lions during the World Rugby Classic, held a quiz night earlier this week which raised $4,500 for Beyond Rugby Bermuda […]

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Video: Berkeley’s ‘Unclassified’ Fashion Show

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 16 May 2016 23:00:52 +0000

The Berkeley Institute hosted their annual Senior Fashion Show ‘Unclassified’ recently, putting style on display in order to raise funds for their graduation ceremonies. The school previously described “Unclassified” by saying it would be a “show with a mix match of scenes that truly depicts the overall character of our senior class” and the “models […]

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Photos & Video: Mikaela Eshe Fashion Designs

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sat, 05 Nov 2016 12:19:31 +0000

Mikaela Eshe was one of the designers featured at the Bermuda Fashion Collective Show held at the Bermuda Society of Arts at City Hall. According to the event programme, ”Mikaela Musson-Sheeheed decided to become a fashion designer at age twelve while attending Michelle Fray-Morten’s fashion design summer camp. For five years, she apprenticed after school with Beris Brown, […]

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Photos/Video: Berkeley’s ‘Omega’ Fashion Show

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sun, 07 May 2017 18:01:03 +0000

The Berkeley Institute hosted their annual Senior Fashion Show ‘Omega’ on Friday, May 5 and Saturday, May 6 in the school’s Cafetorium, putting style on display in order to raise funds for their graduation ceremonies. According to the show’s program, Group ‘A’ models included Jakayla Roberts, Starr Rogers, Latifa Smith, Diamond O’Connor, Tamiyah Durrant, Zariah […]

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Video: Berkeley Institute ‘Omega’ Fashion Show

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 09 May 2017 23:00:58 +0000

The Berkeley Institute hosted their annual Senior Fashion Show ‘Omega’ this past weekend, putting style on display in order to raise funds for their graduation ceremonies. According to the show’s program, Group ‘A’ models included Jakayla Roberts, Starr Rogers, Latifa Smith, Diamond O’Connor, Tamiyah Durrant, Zariah Amory, Allanna Jones, Jaylaka Jayathunga, Qwezi Savory, Jahdeja Regis, Jahkyah Belboda, Marley Saggar, Rashai Tucker, […]

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Clarien Bank Welcomes Sean Moran As SVP

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 12 Sep 2019 13:26:32 +0000

Clarien Bank today announced the appointment of Sean Moran as Senior Vice President, Head of Business Development. With more than 20 years’ experience in the financial services industry in Bermuda, Asia and North America, Mr. Moran will be responsible for leading and coordinating Clarien’s business development and sales efforts, primarily for the Wealth Management and […]

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Hurricane Humberto: Butterfield Closures

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 17 Sep 2019 19:54:34 +0000

Due to the approach of Hurricane Humberto, Butterfield Banking Centre will close at 11.30am tomorrow [Sept 18], and all other Butterfield departments will close at 12.00pm. A spokesperson said, “Due to the approach and potential impact of Hurricane Humberto, Butterfield Banking Centres in Bermuda will close at 11:30 a.m. tomorrow, Wednesday, 18 September 2019. All […]

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Bank Of Butterfield Decreases Loan Rates

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 23 Sep 2019 20:45:08 +0000

The Bank of Butterfield announced that, in step with the recent 25 basis point decrease in the US Federal Funds Rate, the Bank is decreasing its interest rates on personal loans and mortgages. “The base rate for Bermuda dollar residential mortgages and consumer loans will decrease by 0.25% to 5.25%,” a spokesperson said. “The rate decrease […]

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Bank Of Butterfield’s 2019 Graduate Trainees

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 02 Oct 2019 19:45:22 +0000

The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited has announced its 2019 Graduate Trainees, with Kenya Thompson, Arjah Rogers, Leitonya Edwards and Khaleb Tota joining the Bank’s two-year graduate trainee programme that will prepare them for professional careers in the financial services industry. A spokesperson said, “The Butterfield Graduate Trainee Programme offers Bermudian university or […]

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Butterfield Reports Third Quarter 2019 Results

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 23 Oct 2019 12:44:55 +0000

The Bank of  Butterfield  announced financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2019. Net income for the third quarter was $42.4 million or $0.79 per diluted common share, compared to $38.6 million or $0.72 per common share for the previous quarter and $50.4 million, or $0.90 per common share in the third quarter of […]

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Butterfield Bank: October Share Repurchases

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 06 Nov 2019 10:46:27 +0000

In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, the Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited advised that during the month of October 2019, the Bank purchased for Treasury 150,000 Common Shares at an average price of $32.58 per share. Related Stories Butterfield Bank: March Share Repurchases Butterfield Bank: February Share Repurchases Butterfield Bank: January Share Repurchases […]

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Butterfield Bank: November Share Repurchases

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 03 Dec 2019 13:50:36 +0000

In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited advised that during the month of November 2019, the Bank purchased for Treasury 383,600 Common Shares at an average price of $33.79 per share. Related Stories Butterfield Bank: March Share Repurchases Butterfield Bank: February Share Repurchases Butterfield Bank: January […]

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Butterfield $125M Share Repurchase Program

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 03 Dec 2019 16:57:17 +0000

In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, The Bank of Butterfield announced that has approved a new $125 million ordinary share repurchase program. The filing stated: “The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited [Butterfield] today announced that its Board of Directors has approved a new $125 million ordinary share repurchase program [Program] pursuant to […]

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Butterfield Bank: December Share Repurchases

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 07 Jan 2020 11:06:03 +0000

In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, the Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited advised that during the month of December 2019, the Bank purchased for Treasury 275,188 Common Shares at an average price of $36.09 per share. Related Stories Butterfield Bank: March Share Repurchases Butterfield Bank: February Share Repurchases Butterfield Bank: January Share Repurchases […]

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Butterfield Bank: January Share Repurchases

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 05 Feb 2020 10:55:19 +0000

In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited advised that during the month of January 2020, the Bank purchased for Treasury 252,000 Common Shares at an average price of $35.69 per share. Related Stories Butterfield Bank: March Share Repurchases Butterfield Bank: February Share Repurchases Butterfield Bank: December […]

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Butterfield 4th Quarter & Full Year 2019 Results

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 12 Feb 2020 22:23:28 +0000

The Bank of Butterfield today announced financial results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2019. “Net income for the year ended December 31, 2019 was $177.1 million or $3.30 per diluted common share, compared to $195.2 million or $3.50 per diluted common share for the year ended December 31, 2018,” the company said. […]

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Butterfield Bank: February Share Repurchases

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 06 Mar 2020 10:29:45 +0000

In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited advised that during the month of February 2020, the Bank purchased for Treasury 403,000 Common Shares at an average price of $32.27 per share. Related Stories Butterfield Bank: March Share Repurchases Butterfield Bank: January Share Repurchases Butterfield Bank: December […]

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Butterfield Bank Decreasing Lending Rates

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 16 Mar 2020 16:29:44 +0000

In the wake of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, the Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited today [March 16] announced that it is decreasing interest rates on personal loans and mortgages. A spokesperson said, “As Bermuda continues to make preparations for the potential impact of COVID-19 locally, and following yesterday’s emergency 100 bps decrease in […]

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HSBC Bermuda Offer ‘Debt Relief Measures’

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 19 Mar 2020 17:15:25 +0000

Customers can apply for interest-only payments and/or deferred payments for up to 3 months for loans and mortgages, customers may apply for a moratorium for their credit cards & Personal Line of Credit payments for up to 3 months, and credit card over limit and late fees will be waived for a 3 month period, […]

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Covid-19: Butterfield To Reduce Banking Hours

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 23 Mar 2020 18:42:41 +0000

The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited today [March 23] announced that it will reduce its banking hours at all three Banking Centres in Bermuda during the Covid-19 period. A spokesperson said, “The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited today announced that it will reduce its banking hours at all three Banking Centres […]

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Butterfield Bank Offer Special Seniors Hours

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 26 Mar 2020 20:57:10 +0000

Beginning on Monday, March 30, Butterfield will provide limited banking services from Rosebank Centre on Bermudiana Road, and they will reserve two hours — from 9:00am to 11:00am — to serve seniors exclusively at that location. A spokesperson said, “Beginning on Monday, 30 March 2020, Butterfield will provide limited banking services from Rosebank Centre at […]

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Butterfield Bank: March Share Repurchases

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sat, 04 Apr 2020 09:40:37 +0000

In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited advised that during the month of March 2020, the Bank purchased for Treasury 640,000 Common Shares at an average price of $21.64 per share. Related Stories Butterfield Bank: February Share Repurchases Butterfield Bank: January Share Repurchases Butterfield Bank: December […]

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Clarien Services During ‘Shelter in Place’

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 08 Apr 2020 12:38:13 +0000

Clarien Bank clients are advised that the following banking services remain available, to minimise virus spread and adhere to the Government-issued “State of Emergency” and “Shelter In Place” advisory. A spokesperson said, “As we work collectively to minimise virus spread and adhere to the Government-issued “State of Emergency” and “Shelter In Place” advisory, Clarien Bank […]

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Butterfield Bank To Open One Day Each Week

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 08 Apr 2020 14:55:04 +0000

Butterfield will reopen its Banking Centres one day each week in order to provide essential banking services to the community during the Covid-19 period, with specific guidelines in place. A spokesperson said, “With the agreement of the Government of Bermuda, in order to provide essential banking services to the community during the Covid-19 period, Butterfield will reopen […]

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BCB Bank Services During “Shelter In Place”

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 08 Apr 2020 18:07:12 +0000

Bermuda Commercial Bank [BCB] will open its branch, located at 34 Bermudiana Road, for any of their vulnerable clients on Thursday, April 9 and Thursday, April 16 from 9am to noon. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Commercial Bank [BCB] has obtained approval from the Minister of Finance to open its branch, located at 34 Bermudiana Road, […]

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Butterfield Supports WRC Voucher Appeal

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 14 Apr 2020 21:06:04 +0000

The Bank of N.T. Butterfield contributed $1,000 to the Women’s Resource Centre’s [WRC] grocery voucher appeal. A spokesperson said, “The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited today contributed $1,000 to the Women’s Resource Centre’s grocery voucher appeal. The appeal came about after the charity was deluged with calls from mothers, who were left unemployed […]

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Jyire Mitchell Wins 250 A Class In Connecticut

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 25 Jan 2018 01:00:51 +0000

Jyire Mitchell competed at the Sunday Wilkes-Barre Amateur Arenacross inside the Mohegan Sun Arena in Connecticut. Competing in the 250 A Class, Mitchell finished 1st Overall, he powered his bike to victory ahead of Nicholas Lane and Emory Addison. Mitchell won both Moto’s in the Class. With finishes of 2nd and 5th saw Mitchell finish […]

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Mitchell Competes In Motocross Championships

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 06 Aug 2018 11:16:55 +0000

Bermuda’s Jyire Mitchell concluded competing in the Loretta Lynn’s US Amateur National Motocross Championships. Mitchell finished 5th in the Open Pro Sport Class, with finishes of 5th, 6th and 8th in the three Moto’s in the Class. Mitchell would then finish 7th in the 250 A Class, which also held three Moto’s. Mitchell crossed the […]

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Video: Mitchell Wins At TransCan In Canada

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 17 Aug 2018 22:00:42 +0000

Bermuda’s Jyire Mitchell raced to victory at the Walton TransCan Grand National Championship Motocross in Canada, winning the Youth 14-29 International/Pro Class. According to the organisers, the TransCan Grand National Championship is a week long festival, which sees over 1,000 motocross riders and their families attend Canada’s most prestigious motocross event. Related Stories Video: New […]

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