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Photos & Video: Airport Emergency Exercise

[Updated with video] An emergency exercise took place at the L. F. Wade International Airport today [Dec 7] to test Bermuda’s readiness in the event of a plane crash or other emergency. The exercise, which must be undertaken every two years to ensure Bermuda is compliant with international regulatory requirements, involved various agencies as well as […]

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Videos: Coast Guard Evacuates Sick Passenger

[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

[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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Snooker Singles & Doubles Semi-Finals Results

Bermuda Open Singles Semi-Finals Tyler Moniz has returned to Snooker after a brief retirement to secure a place in the Bermuda Open Championship Semi-Finals, he will take on Maurice Hawkins, their match will be played at Spanish Point Boat Club on Saturday, March 15th at 7p.m. The other Semi-Final will see Bermuda Open defending champion […]

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Snooker Results: Bermuda Open Semi-Finals

The Bermuda Open Championship Semi-Finals took place at the Spanish Point Boat Club, with Tyler Moniz taking on Maurice Hawkins, while the Bermuda Open defending champion Steven Bremar went up against Keith Smith, at Warwick Workman’s Club. Moniz defeated Maurice Hawkins 3 games to 2. Moniz entered this year after a couple years retirement for personal reasons. […]

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Bermuda Pool League Set To Begin Season

The 2017/18 Bermuda pool league season will get underway on Thursday September 21st, with 16 teams entering the League for the Season. The teams this season will see include the Bermuda Breeze, Warwick Workmans, Dragons, St. Georges Saints, Bishops, Drink ‘em and Sink ‘em, Knights, Mariners Vikings, Baileys Bay, B.A.A. Bandits, P.O.R.C Alley Shooters, B.P.S.U, […]

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Bermuda Pool League Season Gets Underway

The 2017/18 Bermuda Pool League Season got underway across the island. The Bermuda Breeze defeated the Bishops 204 – 150, Bailey’s Bay defeated the BAA Bandits 213 – 167, and the Dragons defeated the HWC Pitbulls 218 – 161. The Gladiators defeated RAA 201 – 185, Bailey’s Bay II defeated BPSU 188-185, and Warwick Workmens […]

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Bermuda Snooker League Season Continues

The 2017/18 Snooker League Season got underway with four games played. The Spanish Point Boat Club Team One defeated the RAA Rebels 5 – 0. Chris Dakin won his match against Kyle Williams 58-38, while Stewart Greenslade defeated Jacal Washington 50-31. The double frame match saw Paul Fedden win both games against Jelani Hollis 48-44 […]

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Snooker: Trio Represent Bermuda In Canada

The Bermuda Snooker Association sent a team of three players to represent Bermuda at the International Snooker League [ISL] Tournament held at ‘The Corner Bank,’ Toronto, Canada. Warwick’s Steven Bremar, Sandy’s Paul Fedden and The Royal Artillery Association’s Kyle Williams competed in the Team event, Singles Handicap, Don Thomas Handicap, Doubles Handicap and Singles Scratch […]

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Warwick Win Island Construction Cup Semi-Final

Warwick Workman’s Club Two and Sandys Boat Club Two faced off in the 1st of two Island Construction Cup semi-finals. Steven Bremar opened the scoring for Warwick when he completed a convincing win over Sandys Tyler Siese 59 – 13. Sandys captain Chris Bromby levelled the score at 1-1 as he dismissed Warwick’s Mike Zimmerman […]

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Bermuda Festival To Offer Senior Discounts

The 45th annual Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts is updating its pricing scheme to tier the price of seats by their views of the stage. Premium seats will cost the full price, while other seats will cost less. Additionally, seniors [aged 65 and older] and students will enjoy discounted ticket prices on most shows. […]

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Students Benefit From Expressive Art Session

The Ministry of National Security’s Gang Violence Reduction Team and Living Legends Targeted Primary Prevention Program recently held an expressive art session with students at Victor Scott Primary School. The young men named themselves the ‘Hype Kings,’ with the session focused on positive affirmations through expressive art. Local artist Carlos Santana Dill led the class. […]

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Dana Selassie ‘Amitie’ Exhibition On Sunday

This Sunday [Jan 19], at Utopia Restaurant, the public is invited to attend an inaugural exhibition showcasing the photographic talents of Dana ‘Zhyon’ Selassie. The exhibition will feature a series of photographs based on Documentary Portraiture – a form of photography that captures people in their environments. Dr Selassie notes that the style of photography […]

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Black Pony Gallery Features Gherdai Hassell

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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City Seeking Submissions For Public Art Intiative

The City of Hamilton is seeking submissions for VIVID 2020: The City of Hamilton’s public art initiative. A spokesperson said, “Over the past five years, the City has reaffirmed its commitment to the arts and our local artists and installed twenty pieces of public art around the City including murals, mosaics and the Chancery Lane […]

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Museum Displaying Bill Ming’s ‘Family Circle’

The’Family Circle’ artwork by renowned Bermudian artist Bill Ming has a new home at the National Museum of Bermuda for the next six months A spokesperson said, “Family Circle by renowned Bermudian artist Bill Ming has a new home for the next six months at the National Museum of Bermuda. “On loan from the Corporation of […]

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Photos: City Art Show Winners & Presentation

The winners of the “A City Celebrates” art exhibition, recently held at the Bermuda Society of Arts, were awarded their prizes along with certificates of recognition this morning in the Mayor’s Parlour at City Hall. As part of its ongoing celebrations to commemorate the 225th anniversary of the Corporation of Hamilton and its democratic electoral […]

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Minister: ‘This Is An Art Show Not To Be Missed’

The Primary School art show at the Bermuda Society of Arts Gallery is “not to be missed,” Minister of Education Diallo Rabain said, adding that “the artwork on display is inspirational and reflective of the talent we have within our public and private primary schools.” Speaking in the House of Assembly today [Feb 28], the […]

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Waldron Wins Twice In Quebec Horse Racing

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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Chamber Of Commerce Response To Budget

The Chamber of Commerce says that it is “pleased with the direction the Minister is going in” following today’s [Feb 21] budget. A spokesperson said, “The Chamber thanks the Minister for his willingness to consult and for the pre-budget document. The Chamber has taken advantage of this opportunity to discuss and provide information to the […]

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Budget: Cruise Tax Increase To Raise $4.4 Million

The tax rate will be increased from $22 to $25 per cruise ship passenger over the age of two, and this increase is expected to raise an additional $4.4 million. This is according to the 2020 Budget Report delivered by Minister Curtis Dickinson on Friday [Feb 21] which said, “Following last year’s notification to all cruise lines, […]

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Debt Service Costs Projected At $121.4 Million

“Debt service costs for 2020/21 are projected at $121.4 million,” Minister of Finance Curtis Dickinson said as he delivered the 2020 Budget, with gross public debt estimated to stand at $2.717 billion as of March 31, 2021. The debt service costs will equate to approximately $2.3 million per week, or around $332,000 per day. The Budget […]

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Jarion Richardson’s Maiden Senate Speech

Senator Jarion Richardson — who was recently appointed to the Senate by the OBA following the resignation of Nick Kempe — made his maiden speech in the Senate today. Senator Richardson said, “Bermuda sits in the eye of change. We can be assured that the Bermuda of our today will not look like the Bermuda […]

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Immigration Amendment Tabled In House

[Updated with PDF] “There is much to be done regarding Comprehensive Immigration Reform, but the tabling of this Bill is one positive step in the right direction,” said the Minister of National Security Wayne Caines as he tabled the Bermuda Immigration and Protection Amendment Act 2020 in the House of Assembly this morning. “In tabling […]

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Covid-19: Bill To Allow Power To Close Locations

A Bill to provide power for the Minister of Health to prevent the threatened spread of a communicable disease by “closing schools, cinemas, churches, hotels or other places of public resort” was tabled in the House Of Assembly today. The Bill’s Explanatory Memorandum states, “This Bill seeks to amend the Public Health Act 1949 to […]

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Minister: $150 Million Increase In Debt Ceiling

Due to the expected impact of the global Covid-19 pandemic, the Finance Ministry is taking the necessary action to secure emergency liquidity lines of credit, including an associated $150 million increase in the debt ceiling, Minister of Finance Curtis Dickinson said. Speaking in the House of Assembly on Monday [March 16] the Minister said, “The […]

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Audio: House Of Assembly Emergency Session

[Updated] During an emergency session held this morning — with social distancing in place — the House of Assembly approved the extension of the State of Emergency until April 18th. The Government had already indicated that it would last until April 18th, however it had to be formally done via Parliament This Parliamentary session followed after […]

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Cannonier Supports #ChooseBDA Campaign

“It is important to support, as much as we can, our local businesses,” OBA Leader Craig Cannonier said, adding that “I am happy to give my backing to the new #ChooseBDA campaign.” Mr. Cannonier said, “While the health of Bermudians is paramount, it is obvious to everyone by now that this is going to be […]

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Portuguese Holiday Phone & Social Graphics

With the island set to have an official holiday to commemorate the 170th anniversary of the arrival of the first Portuguese immigrants in Bermuda, a new set of social media and phone graphics are available, highlighting designs showcasing Portuguese Bermudian pride. Part of the Bernews network, BermudaCovers.com offers an array of island-themed phone wallpapers and Facebook […]

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Ocean Plastic Advent Calendar Raises Awareness

Local photographer Meredith Andrews has once again collected and re-purposed plastic that has washed up on the shores of Bermuda to create an interesting and thought provoking daily advent calendar series on Instagram. This marks the second year that Ms. Andrews has utilized ocean plastics for her holiday project, which uses discarded materials such as […]

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100WF Host Seminar On Mastering LinkedIn

Members of the Bermuda 100 Women in Finance [100WF] network gained the opportunity to sharpen their skills on LinkedIn, learning how to develop their own personal brand and to gain tips to make meaningful connections with peers in the industry. The session, hosted and sponsored by Butterfield, kicked off the first of a new series […]

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Threatening Messages Being Sent Electronically

The Bermuda Police Service said they are “aware of threatening messages being sent electronically, [e-mail, social media], to members of the public.” A police spokesperson said, “Recipients are being threatened with having their online activity made public, unless they purchase varying amounts of cryptocurrency within a stipulated time period and return it to the person […]

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Noah Browne Falls In Nash Cup Second Round

Noah Browne recently continued competing in the $12,000 Men’s NASH Squash Cup 2019, taking place at the London Squash & Fitness in London, Ontario, Canada. Browne went down in his second round match when he took on the eighth seed Cameron Seth from Canada. Browne fell in straight sets 11-4, 11-8, 11-6 in 37 minutes. […]

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Elliott Wins Essex Junior Squash Plate Final

Matthew Elliott recently concluded competing in the Essex Junior Squash Open, competing in the Boy’s Under 17 Consolation Age Group Division. Elliott went in to the plate semi-final, where he defeated Max Chilver in five games, 9/11, 11/4, 11/8, 9/11, and 11/7. Elliott then matched up against Deniz Kucukarslan in the plate final, winning in […]

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Singer Chelsea Amber To Perform In Toronto

An upcoming concert by Bermudian-Canadian singer-songwriter Chelsea Amber is one of the hottest tickets in Toronto right now. She will be headlining a show along with fellow Juno Award-nominee Drew Brown on October 28 at Mississauga’s Gospel Café. The Ontario city’s JOY Radio is promoting the show heavily, including re-posting this 2017 half-hour video of […]

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Column: Celebrating Emperor Haile Selassie I

[Written by Chris Famous] “Hail him without any apology. Hail His Imperial Majesty” – Burning Spear” “Look to the east for the crowning of a Black King” - Hon. Marcus Garvey On November 2nd, 1930 in Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia, Ras Tafari was crowned as His Imperial Majesty Emperor Haile Selassie the first and […]

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Chelsea Amber Scores Nine Award Nominations

2019 has been the year of Bermudian-Canadian songbird Chelsea Amber. She’s released a new album that’s been a critical and popular success, dominated the airwaves with a series of hit singles and has now scooped nine nominations for the upcoming Gospel Music Association of Canada’s upcoming Covenant Awards. Nominees for the 41st annual Covenants were […]

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Somerset Brigade Band To Host Festival of Music

Under the patronage of Premier David Burt, the Somerset Brigade Band will present their annual “Festival of Music” on Saturday, February 8th at 7.30pm at St. James Church Hall, as they also celebrate their 90th anniversary. The event will feature vocalist Mrs. Melinda Jennings, trumpet soloist Mr. Conrad Roach, and the Somerset Brigade Band; and […]

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Audio: Sir Dudley Releases ‘Gal Gone’ Song

Bermudian reggae artist Giles Spurling, also known as Sir Dudley, has released a new single titled Gal Gone. The song is composed of an instrumental created by Mr. IVibes of IVibes Productions and lyrics and vocals composed by Sir Dudley. The record was recorded, mixed and mastered at MassFX Recording by Mr. IVibes. A spokesperson […]

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Violinist Sisters Set To Open For Red Priest

Violinist sisters Sari and Naphisa Smith are getting set to open for Red Priest in the Bermuda Festival this weekend. A spokesperson said, “Instrumental music is a universal language that allows one to make up his/her own story – phrasing it in different ways, coming up with one’s own words or pictures in the mind. […]

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Photos: BDA Fashion Festival All Star Showcase

The 10th anniversary Bermuda Fashion Festival continued on Tuesday [July 9] with the Bermuda All Star Fashion Show under the #1 car park tent on Front Street. The Bermuda All Star Show is a new production designed especially for the 10th anniversary. The International Designer Show is set to take place on Thursday and is […]

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Duke’s Bermuda Suit Now In English Museum

It went out of style so very long ago that it might well be referred to as a museum piece. But a lounge suit purchased by the Duke of Windsor [1894-1972] at Bermuda’s old flagship department store Triminghams in 1940 actually fits that description quite literally. The Duke bought the single-breasted wool suit along with […]

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Shiona Turini Styles New Barbie Doll Series

Shiona Turini worked with Barbie for their latest campaign, with the iconic doll brand saying they were “proud to collaborate” with the Bermudian stylist for “this series celebrating diversity through fashion.” Barbie posted on Instagram saying, “Proud to collaborate with stylist and creative consultant @shionat for this series celebrating diversity through fashion,” and then quoted Ms […]

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Turini Styles Top Actresses For T Magazine

Shiona Turini recently worked as a stylist for The New York Times’ T Magazine, with the Bermudian fashion consultant styling a group which included a number of highly prominent black actresses and entertainers including Halle Berry, Taraji Henson, Mary J. Blige, Angela Bassett, Lynn Whitfield, Kimberly Elise, and Viola Davis. Sharing one of the shoot’s photos […]

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Police Appeal For Witnesses To Shooting

The police are appealing for witnesses to the shooting last night in the east end, which resulted in a 64-year-old man being shot in the shoulder. A police spokesperson said, “Detectives continue to investigate a confirmed firearm incident that occurred around 10:25pm Thursday, October 3rd in the Cashew City Road, St. George’s area where a […]

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Police: Firearms Used Are ‘Not New Weapons’

The police confirmed that ballistic testing revealed that the firearms used in recent incidents “are not new weapons and have been linked to previous matters.” A police spokesperson said, “As the investigations into the recent firearms incidents continue, the Bermuda Police would like to thank the community for their willingness to assist by providing information […]

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BCCL To Host Open House On March 14

The Bermuda Centre for Creative Learning [BCCL] will be hosting an open house on Saturday, March 14 from 9.00am to 11.00am. A spokesperson said, “BCCL is a private school for students who have a language-based learning difference, beginning at age six. Prospective parents are welcome to attend and learn more about BCCL’s personalized learning approach. […]

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BHS School To Close For ‘Unknown Period’

BHS has announced that a “decision has been made to close the School at the end of the day on Monday, March 16th.” A spokesperson said, “On Sunday afternoon, BHS received news that a Secondary student was screened for Covid-19, as a precautionary measure over the weekend. “This student was absent from BHS for most […]

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Child Care For Children Of Essential Workers

The Child Care programme for children of essential services workers commenced last week, Minister of Education Diallo Rabain said. Speaking at this evening’s press conference, Minister Rabain said, “Good Evening, We are pleased to report that the Child Care programme for children of our Essential Services Workers commenced last week, Wednesday, April 1st, 2020. The operation of […]

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Warwick Academy Selects New Student Leaders

Warwick Academy recently announced their new student leaders for 2020-21. A spokesperson said, “This past week Warwick Academy rolled out their new student leaders for 2020-21. In the normal physical school setting the 2019-20 student leaders would be going on study leave and the new leaders would take up their roles. School is carrying on […]

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