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Lili Bermuda Launches “Nautilus” Fragrance

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Published On :: Wed, 24 Jul 2019 15:53:12 +0000

Lili Bermuda launched Nautilus, its latest fragrance for men, at their Hamilton flagship store last night. “Guests sampled the new fragrance inspired by the colors, sounds and energy of a summer Bermuda storm. Nautilus reflects the supernatural energy of crashing waves, which have sculpted so perfectly our idyllic Bermuda landscape. Nautilus is a gift from […]

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Bermudian Teen In Polo Ralph Lauren Campaign

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Published On :: Thu, 30 Jan 2020 19:53:44 +0000

A Bermudian teenager is featured as a model in Polo Ralph Lauren’s cruise campaign that launched this month after the American fashion brand was encouraged by the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] to shoot on the island. Polo selected 13-year-old Dellwood Middle School student Sweden Bashir from a casting call and featured him with other models […]

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Photos & Video: NOVA Mas Costume Launch

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Published On :: Mon, 03 Feb 2020 14:42:06 +0000

NOVA Mas International hosted their Carnival Costume Presentation & Launch Party Experience on Saturday evening [Feb 1] at the Berkeley Institute, putting a wide array of dazzling costumes on display. The event also included the showcasing of costumes by local designers Colita Cook-Shillingford and Barbie Paynter. NOVA Mas explained that Cook-Shillingford and Paynter participated in […]

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Four People In Custody, Other Arrests Planned

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Published On :: Fri, 07 Feb 2020 20:43:54 +0000

There are four people in custody that police believe were “involved in the shootings,” Police Commissioner Stephen Corbishley said, adding that “there are other arrests planned.” The Commissioner’s comments follow after the spate of gun violence on Monday, which saw the police respond to four separate firearms incidents in 24 hours. According to the police, the […]

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Man Shot In Happy Valley Lane Area

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Published On :: Fri, 14 Feb 2020 11:53:51 +0000

A man in his early 20s was treated for a gunshot wound in his arm after a shooting that apparently occurred in the Happy Valley Lane area in Pembroke. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 7:00 pm on Thursday 13th February, police received several reports of gunshots being heard in the area of Middletown, Pembroke. “A […]

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Video: Police On Latest Firearm Incident

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Published On :: Fri, 14 Feb 2020 20:06:43 +0000

The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] held a conference this afternoon [Feb 14] to discuss last night’s firearms incident. Detective Sergeant Jason Smith said, “We can subsequently confirm that a firearm was discharged in the area and that a 22-year-old male received injuries as a result. The victim was taken to hospital, was treated for his […]

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Butterfield Invites Applications For Scholarships

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Published On :: Mon, 09 Mar 2020 21:03:34 +0000

The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited is accepting applications for its undergraduate and postgraduate scholarships. The deadline for both scholarships is Friday 27 March 2020. Undergraduate Scholarship A spokesperson said, “The Sir Harry D. Butterfield Undergraduate Scholarship is awarded to a Bermudian student commencing, or already pursuing, an undergraduate degree overseas at an […]

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Impact Mentoring To Launch New Campaign

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Published On :: Tue, 10 Mar 2020 18:59:50 +0000

Impact Mentoring Academy will be launching a new capital campaign, which involves a seven-year strategic plan. A spokesperson said, “Impact Mentoring Academy is launching a new capital campaign to form a bridge to the future of education in Bermuda! “The seven-year strategic plan [2018-2025] is focused on transitioning the academy into the premier site for […]

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Philip & Webel Awarded Menuhin Scholarships

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Published On :: Wed, 11 Mar 2020 12:28:39 +0000

The Menuhin Foundation has announced the recipients of their annual scholarship, with Marcolliver Philip and Sam Webel both receiving the award. A spokesperson said, “Since 1976, The Menuhin Foundation has provided stringed music tuition to thousands of Bermuda’s school children free of charge as part of their mandate to foster and develop an interest in […]

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PHC Scholarship Application Deadline Extended

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 14 Apr 2020 16:24:30 +0000

The PHC Foundation has extended its scholarship application deadline until Saturday, May 30 due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. A spokesperson said, “In light of the current global health crisis, The PHC Foundation would like to inform the community of its scholarship application deadline extension. “Interested applicants should be advised that applications will now be […]

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Bermuda Education Network Launches Website

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 27 Apr 2020 12:47:40 +0000

The Bermuda Education Network [BEN] has launched their new website—www.ben.bm—with the hope that it will provide some useful support for parents and teachers during the shelter in place period. BEN Director, Laura Bell worked on the project with Stephan Johnston of SJD World design studio. She explained that although the project has been in the […]

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Apply For BELCO Scholarships & Bursaries

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Published On :: Mon, 27 Apr 2020 13:17:40 +0000

BELCO has extended the application deadline for its annual scholarships and bursaries until May 31, 2020. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] has extended the application deadline for its annual scholarships and bursaries, ranging from $1,000 to $25,000 per selected student. Bermudian students may now apply for this year’s scholarships by May […]

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Legal & General To Provide Free Laptops

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Published On :: Fri, 01 May 2020 22:41:06 +0000

Legal & General Reinsurance [L&G Re] has launched the Lighthouse Connect fund at the Bermuda Community Foundation, in partnership with the Mirrors Programme, to raise funds to provide free laptops to Bermuda public school students. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda-based Legal & General Reinsurance [L&G Re] has launched the Lighthouse Connect fund at the Bermuda Community […]

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Court: Two Men Deny Charge Relating To Video

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Published On :: Mon, 22 Jul 2019 17:45:11 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess] Appearing in Magistrates Court today, Ezra Ararat, 34, of Devonshire, and Raymond Swan, 44, of Hamilton parish, pleaded not guilty to a charge related to allegedly threatening law enforcement officials by publishing a video advocating the shooting of police, prosecutors, and judges. Mr Ararat was remanded into custody by Senior Magistrate […]

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Court: Shaketa Raynor Jailed In England

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Published On :: Thu, 03 Oct 2019 12:25:56 +0000

44-year-old Shaketa Raynor has reportedly been jailed for four years in the UK after being caught trying to smuggle cocaine. This is according to a report by the HullLive, which said, “Croydon Crown Court heard on Monday that Shaketa Raynor, 44, was found with over four kilogrammes of the Class A drug in her suitcase after […]

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Court: Man Pleads Guilty To Burglary Charges

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Published On :: Tue, 19 Nov 2019 15:33:57 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess] A 45-year-old man pleaded guilty to burglary related charges in Magistrates Court. Leon Fough was charged with trespassing with an attempt to steal at a Warwick home. He was also accused of similar offenses at an Ord Road, Warwick residence earlier this month, when he was found with possessing equipment for use […]

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Court: Boater Denies Manslaughter Charge

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Published On :: Tue, 03 Dec 2019 17:10:03 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess] A boater pleaded not guilty to a manslaughter charge. Mikado Burchall, from Smith’s, denied causing the death of Adrian Hassell, 24, on New Year’s Day in Sandys near Lefroy House. He also pleaded not guilty to piloting the boat while his ability to do so was impaired. His next court date […]

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Court: Lawyer Denies Charges Involving Theft

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Published On :: Wed, 04 Dec 2019 14:34:08 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess] A lawyer pleaded not guilty to charges involving theft and deception totaling $86,216.01. Nancy Vieira, 46, denied two charges of theft. One allegedly occurred between August 2015 and October 2016, in which she allegedly stole $28,615 via ATM withdrawals. The second allegedly occurred from August 2016, and October 2016, in which she […]

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BSSF Drama Scholarships For Vickers & Smith

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 27 May 2014 16:27:41 +0000

The Bermuda Shakespeare Schools Festival [BSSF] will award two major scholarships to two outstanding drama students, with Rowan Vickers and Marcus Smith set to receive assistance to continue their studies. Every year BSSF, now in its seventh year of operation, invites applications for scholarship support from any student who has participated in one of their […]

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Daren A. Herbert To Play New Lead Role

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Published On :: Tue, 03 Jun 2014 19:13:24 +0000

Bermudian actor Daren A. Herbert is getting set to play the lead role in “Welcome Back To Harlem: A Hellfighter’s Story” with Rooted Theatre in Vancouver, Canada, with the theatre turning to the online community for help in funding the production. According to the theatre’s promotional material, “Welcome Back To Harlem: A Hellfighter’s Story” is […]

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Playlist Partners With Atlanta-Based Studio 27

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 24 Jul 2014 11:44:26 +0000

PlayList Management [PLM], a local talent management and development company, has joined forces with Studio 27, an Atlanta-based talent/development company. This partnership was created during PLM’s annual Developing Artists Program 2014, which was recently completed in Atlanta. A spokesperson said, “Studio27 Model and Talent, founded by director and owner Cheryl Harris, is a full artist […]

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Famous For 15 Minutes To Feature Local Plays

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Published On :: Thu, 14 Aug 2014 21:03:04 +0000

The Famous for 15 Minutes Playwriting Festival is getting set to celebrate its 12th year, with all proceeds to go towards the BMDS Charitable Trust, which gives out bursaries to students studying in Theatre Arts. This year’s event will run from August 28 – 30 and from September 3 – 6, 2014, with six original 15-minute […]

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Daren A. Herbert Play To See Canadian Debut

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 19 Aug 2014 10:15:28 +0000

Bermudian actor Daren A. Herbert has been cast in the leading role of Burrs, a vaudeville star who performs in blackface, in the upcoming stage production of The Wild Party – a role that has traditionally been played by a white actor. The production, which has long been difficult to put together in either the […]

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Eight Children Claim Colouring Competition Win

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Published On :: Wed, 27 Aug 2014 14:35:24 +0000

Bernews and TROIKA Bermuda recently invited children from around the island to enter a colouring competition in order to win tickets to see a production of Beauty and the Beast tomorrow [Aug 28]. The contest, which ran for nearly two weeks, received about 100 entries from colouring enthusiasts, each of them 12 or under. Eight […]

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Premier Wishes Troika Well With Latest Play

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Published On :: Wed, 27 Aug 2014 15:36:58 +0000

The Premier and Minister of National Security Michael Dunkley today [Aug 27] extended his support and well wishes to Troika Bermuda in advance of their upcoming production of Beauty and the Beast, which kicks off tomorrow evening [Aug 28]. Troika’s modern take on the Academy-Award winning animated classic will include all of the songs written […]

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Photos & Videos: Hubert Smith, The Play

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sun, 28 Sep 2014 14:03:13 +0000

A play celebrating the life of legendary Bermudian musician Hubert Smith — best known for being the composer and singer of Bermuda is Another World – is presently running at the Fourways Inn, where it is set to continue until October 5th. “Hubert Smith: The Play” was spearheaded by Dale Butler, and the performers include […]

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New Play To Kick Off With Front Street Party

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 03 Oct 2014 20:39:31 +0000

The Gilbert and Sullivan Society of Bermuda is getting set to present “The Pirates Of Penzance!” from October 9 through October 18, 2014 at the Earl Cameron Theatre at City Hall, with a special “Pirate Happy Hour” to be held from 4.00pm through 6.00pm on October 4, 2014. A spokesperson said, “During the October 4 […]

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‘Just For Laughs’ Show Returns To Bermuda

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Published On :: Thu, 06 Nov 2014 10:45:09 +0000

The 9th edition of Bermuda’s annual funny event ‘Just For Laughs Bermuda’ will be held from January 7 to January 10, 2015 at Fairmont Southampton’s Mid-Ocean Amphitheatre. A spokesperson said, “Just For Laughs Bermuda returns in January 2015 with a stellar line-up of talent. The 9th edition of Bermuda’s annual funny event will be hosted […]

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“Pied Piper” Pantomime Delayed Until 2015

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Published On :: Sat, 15 Nov 2014 14:14:47 +0000

Due to roof damage at City Hall in the recent storms, the Bermuda Musical and Dramatic Society [BMDS] has postponed the pantomime production of the Pied Piper to January 2015, where it will will take place at the Ruth Seaton James Auditorium. A BMDS spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Musical and Dramatic Society has recently been […]

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Nicholas Christopher To Join Band Geeks Cast

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Published On :: Sun, 18 Jan 2015 10:30:15 +0000

Bermudian actor Nicholas Christopher is getting set to join the cast of a production of Band Geeks in Concert. The show, which will also star Ben Platt, Lindsay Mendez, and Patti Murin, will take place at Broadway supper club 54 Below today [Jan 18]. BroadwayWorld.com says, “Band Geeks features music by Mark Allen, Gaby Alter, […]

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Saltus To Present ‘Our Country’s Good’ Play

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Published On :: Fri, 06 Feb 2015 10:40:30 +0000

The Saltus Grammar School production this year is ‘Our Country’s Good’ by Timberlake Wertenbaker and it will be held in Alumni Hall in the Saltus Secondary Department, February 26th-28th. It is an Olivier Award winning play described as being about “a very dark period in British history”. A spokesperson said, “We hope you enjoy this […]

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Bermuda Festival To Offer Drama Masterclass

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Published On :: Tue, 10 Feb 2015 19:07:32 +0000

The Bermuda Festival Outreach Programme is offering a drama based masterclass led by the Aquila Theatre Company. This workshop is being offered to high school students with an interest in drama. Drama students will get the opportunity to explore some of the vocal, movement and acting techniques used by members of the Aquila in rehearsal […]

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Bermuda Festival To Host Acting Master Classes

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 17 Feb 2015 16:51:20 +0000

The Bermuda Festival Outreach Programme is offering two masterclasses in acting technique led by a cast member of Walnut Street Theatre. Here to perform A Life in the Theatre, the Walnut Street Theatre will focus on improving participants’ acting technique. These masterclasses will be centered on activities that are designed to improve technique and explore […]

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Actor Herbert Plays Historic Role In Production

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 19 Feb 2015 12:15:07 +0000

Bermudian actor Daren A. Herbert is getting set to take on the role of Burrs, a vaudeville performer who makes his living in blackface, in a Toronto-based production of the musical ‘The Wild Party’. The Toronto production is casting — for the first time, to anyone’s knowledge — a black actor in the role, according […]

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The ‘Second Last Supper’ Set For Late March

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 06 Mar 2015 15:25:00 +0000

With an all star cast of over 30 members, a live band, a dramatic opening and more, Dale Butler [pictured left] is set to release his third play, directed by Rotimi Martins, entitled ‘The Second Last Supper.’ The play will be staged on March 26, 27, and 28 at St. Paul A.M.E. Centennial Hall. In […]

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Sompo & Willis Towers Watson Launch Platform

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 13 Sep 2019 09:36:12 +0000

Bermuda-based Sompo Global Risk Solutions [GRS] has “entered into a strategic partnership” with Willis Towers Watson to “create an integrated insurance platform to serve the needs of the middle market commercial real estate segment.” The company said, “Sompo GRS offers comprehensive multi-line capabilities targeted to accounts in select industry verticals including hospitality, real estate, life […]

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Forms To Be Sent Out For Land Valuation List

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 04 Oct 2019 19:34:40 +0000

With the Land Valuation Department set to prepare a new Valuation List to be published on December 31, 2020, land taxpayers on the island will be receiving residential, commercial and tourist survey forms this month. A Government spokesperson said, “The public is reminded that the Land Valuation and Tax Act 1967 requires the Land Valuation […]

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Bermudiana Beach Resort Launch Condo Sales

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 21 Oct 2019 17:39:15 +0000

Today [Oct 21], Bermudiana Development Company Limited announces the launch of sales at the Bermudiana Beach Resort, with prices starting at $415,000 for studios, $465,000 for one-bedroom condos, $558,000 for two- bedroom condos and $750,000 for three-bedroom condos. A spokesperson said, “Today, Bermudiana Development Company Limited announces the launch of sales at the Bermudiana Beach Resort. […]

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New Units To Be Added At Harbour View Village

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 31 Oct 2019 18:10:11 +0000

28 new three bedroom units will be constructed at the Harbour View Village in the east end, Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch announced today. Minister Burch said, “Good morning and welcome to the Harbour View Village Condominiums. I am pleased to be joined today by the representative for Constituency 4, St. George’s South, […]

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Land Taxpayers Reminded To Submit Forms

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 10 Dec 2019 14:28:14 +0000

The Land Valuation Department is reminding all land taxpayers to complete and submit the survey forms received in the mail during the first two weeks of November 2019, with forms available for download for those who have no received them. A government spokesperson said, “The Land Valuation Department is reminding all land taxpayers to complete […]

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Cannonier Urges Landlords To Help Tenants

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 19 Mar 2020 22:03:48 +0000

“Landlords must work with their tenants to try and provide some relief as the economy faces huge disruption due to Covid-19,” according to the Leader of the One Bermuda Alliance, Craig Cannonier. Mr. Cannonier said, “For the immediate survival of many small to medium sized Bermudian businesses, rent relief could be vital. Many buildings have […]

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OBA Urge Landlords To Help As Much As Can

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Published On :: Mon, 30 Mar 2020 20:15:05 +0000

“I am being contacted several times a day by people who rent homes or business space who are desperate for help as their landlords are not prepared to reduce rent,” OBA Leader Craig Cannonier said. Mr. Cannonier said, “This is totally unacceptable, especially when you consider two things – the banks have granted a three-month […]

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Land Title Registration: Your Questions Answered

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sun, 03 May 2020 12:00:56 +0000

[Written by Francesca Fox] A public register of land ownership in Bermuda was created for the first time by The Land Title Registration Act, 2011, which came into full effect in August 2018. Land Title Registration is intended to provide certainty of ownership backed by a Government guarantee, simplify proof and transmission of ownership, and, […]

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Photos: Wreath Laying At The War Memorial

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2019 14:20:02 +0000

Bermuda is marking Remembrance Day today, with dignitaries laying wreaths at the War Memorial on the Grounds of the Cabinet Office on Front Street, with the wreaths laid in advance of the Remembrance Day Parade. Bermuda joined nations around the world to mark the day, paying tribute to all of the island’s war veterans, with […]

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Junior Leaders Hold Last Training Camp Of 2019

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 09 Dec 2019 13:01:50 +0000

The island’s Junior Leaders marked their last training camp of the year with a weekend of battles with hi-tech laser rifles. The youngsters ended their year with Exercise Battle Royale – which combined fun for the festive season and their fieldcraft training over the year. Junior Leaders Private Tyzhae DeSilva, 15, a four-year veteran of […]

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Bermuda’s First Coast Guard Unit Launched

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 07 Feb 2020 00:14:55 +0000

[Updated] Minister of National Security Wayne Caines and Governor John Rankin jointly launched Bermuda’s first ever Coast Guard Unit today. A Government spokesperson said, “Earlier today [Feb 6], the Minister of National Security, the Hon. Wayne Caines, and His Excellency the Governor, John Rankin jointly launched Bermuda’s first ever Coast Guard Unit. “The Acting Commanding […]

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Nine Positions Available In New Coast Guard

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 21 Feb 2020 01:39:24 +0000

The Royal Bermuda Regiment is on the hunt for new recruits to sign up for the island’s first Coast Guard. A total of nine full-time posts are available – four Boatswain’s Mates, four Marine Enforcement Specialists and one Maritime Unit Commander. RBR Commanding Officer Designate Major Ben Beasley said the new roles underlined the modern […]

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RBR Medics Working With St John Ambulance

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 26 Feb 2020 22:59:50 +0000

Medics from the Royal Bermuda Regiment are on standby to treat any injuries suffered by new soldiers at Recruit Camp. But they are also using some of their time to teach at St. John Ambulance to gain more qualifications as instructors through the medical charity. Lance Corporal Siva Senthanmaraikannan, 35, who qualified as an Emergency […]

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Royal Bermuda Regiment Association Launched

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 19 Mar 2020 10:15:04 +0000

A new association designed to reunite old friends from the Royal Bermuda Regiment and promote service in the military has been launched. Major Preston Gill, the president of the Royal Bermuda Regiment Association [RBRA], said the organisation was designed to promote, foster and maintain the traditions and well-being of the Regiment and its predecessors through […]

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