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Court: Minors Sentenced To 5 Years In Prison

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Published On :: Wed, 27 Feb 2019 20:20:38 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess + Updated] “Please just leave the children alone.” That was the earnest plea from Supreme Court Justice Carlisle Greaves as he was sentencing sex offender David Minors to five years in prison for charges including sexual exploitation of a minor by a person in a position of trust and showing the boy […]

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SCARS, CAA To Host Partner In Prevention Event

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Published On :: Mon, 22 Apr 2019 17:10:08 +0000

SCARS in partnership with Centre Against Abuse are collaborating to bring awareness to the heinous crime of sexual assault through their Partner In Prevention Event on Friday [April 26] starting at 5.45pm at BUEI. A spokesperson said, “April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month and Saving our Children and Revealing Secrets [SCARS] in partnership with Centre […]

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Man Pleads Guilty To Sexual Assault On Ship

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Published On :: Thu, 02 May 2019 01:57:50 +0000

A 32-year-old Mississippi man pleaded guilty in a Boston federal court to sexually assaulting a minor during a cruise from Boston to Bermuda, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. An official statement from the Attorney’s Office District of Massachusetts — which acknowledged the “valuable assistance” provided by the Bermuda Police Service — said, “A […]

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Sex Offender Junius Caines To Be Released

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Published On :: Wed, 19 Jun 2019 10:15:47 +0000

[Updated] The Attorney-General has issued a “public notice of the impending release of sex offender Junius Carman Caines who will be released from Westgate on 24 June, 2019.” “Mr. Caines, a 50-year-old black male who will be residing in Pembroke Parish, was convicted and incarcerated for serious sexual assault,” the Government added. Photo provided by […]

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Child Sex Offender Jomar Caines To Be Released

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Published On :: Wed, 07 Aug 2019 18:06:49 +0000

The Minister of Legal Affairs and Attorney-General Senator Kathy Lynn Simmons today [Aug 7] issued a public notice of the impending release of child sex offender Jomar Akbar Caines, who will be released from Westgate today. A spokesperson said, “Pursuant to section 329H of the Criminal Code 1907, the Minister is empowered to disclose information […]

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Sex Offender Heman Viera To Be Released

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Published On :: Tue, 05 Nov 2019 15:59:22 +0000

Attorney General Kathy Lynn Simmons issued a public notice of the impending release of sex offender Heman Ledrew Viera, who will be released from Westgate on November 8th, 2019. Photo provided by the Ministry: A spokesperson said, “The Minister of Legal Affairs, Senator the Hon. Kathy Lynn Simmons, JP, has today issued a public notice […]

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Photos & Results: BBA Presidents Cup Race

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Published On :: Sun, 06 Oct 2019 22:06:39 +0000

[Updated with photos] VT Construction/Madison rider Jamie Cousins clinched a maiden victory in the annual Presidents Cup after a powerful two man effort assisted by junior Nic Narraway. “The race which takes in a full 100 kilometer circuit of the island was billed as another opportunity for Dominique Mayho to demonstrate his dominance and to […]

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Bermuda Cycling Team To Compete In Cuba

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Published On :: Sat, 26 Oct 2019 15:00:15 +0000

The 2019 Caribbean Cycling Road Race Championships is slated to be held in Havana, Cuba, from October 31st to November 3rd. Bermuda will be represented by five cyclists; three male and two female competitors. In the Male Division Dominque Mahyo, Kaden Hopkins and Connor White will fly the flag, while Pan American Games competitor Caitlyn […]

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Photos & Results: Fat Tire National Museum Race

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Published On :: Mon, 02 Dec 2019 19:00:39 +0000

[Updated with photos] Over 90 cycling enthusiasts signed up for the Fat Tire Massive Race, which was held this weekend at the National Museum of Bermuda [NMB]. A spokesperson said, “The second venue for our Mountain Bike series was a rare chance to explore the grounds of NMB, including Casemates Barracks and Commissioner’s House. Ninety-one […]

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Photos & Videos: 2020 Pedal For Paralympics

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Published On :: Sun, 12 Jan 2020 15:19:02 +0000

[Updated] The Bermuda Paralympic Association [BPARAS] is hosting a fundraising cycling event today [Jan 12], with participants riding from Dockyard to Ferry Reach Park to help raise funds for the island’s para-athletes. The event getting underway in Dockyard this morning: The cyclists were joined along part of the route by Paralympian Jessica Lewis, who was […]

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BBA Postpones Awards Party Due To Covid-19

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Published On :: Sat, 14 Mar 2020 15:09:27 +0000

Due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, the Bermuda Bicycle Association [BBA] has decided to postpone its annual awards party and MTB prize giving, which was scheduled for tomorrow [March 15]. A spokesperson said, “Following the suggestion of the Bermuda Government and the Department of Youth, Sport & Recreation that events with more than 50 participants […]

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Hopkins Named To Class Of Academic All-Stars

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Published On :: Sun, 29 Mar 2020 09:39:14 +0000

USA Cycling has named the Fall 2019 Class of Academic All-Stars and for the second year in a row, Bermuda’s Kaden Hopkins has made the list. In order to be named to the Academic All-Star class, athletes must compete at one of the USA Cycling National Championships and have a term GPA of at least […]

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Police Urge People To Stop Pedal Cycling

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Published On :: Sun, 05 Apr 2020 18:46:54 +0000

Noting that “there has been increased pedal cycle activity seen on the roads today,” the police have reminded people “that pedal cycling is prohibited during the Shelter in Place as “exercise has been restricted to a half mile from your home on foot.” The police posted on social media saying, “Good afternoon all, there has […]

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Cycling: BBA To Hold Virtual Grand Prix

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Published On :: Fri, 24 Apr 2020 09:55:16 +0000

Despite the ongoing ‘lockdown’, the Bermuda Bicycle Association members plan to compete, turning to technology to help test their skills, with Conor White creating a virtual Stage Race by compiling three events on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, somewhat in the format of the Bermuda Grand Prix. Friday April 24th will feature a 17.5km Time Trial, […]

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Photos: Fry-Angle Aquarium Society Fish Show

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Published On :: Mon, 13 Nov 2017 23:17:27 +0000

The Bermuda Fry-Angle Aquarium Society held its annual tropical fish show this weekend at the Peace Lutheran Church in Devonshire. Sponsored by Sousa’s Landscape Management and Noah’s Ark, the event saw more than 40 entrants, with Dan Sharifi — the owner of Cichlids of the Americas, an internet-based fish provider located in Central Florida — […]

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Winter Lionfish Derby To Be Held In January

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Published On :: Sun, 24 Dec 2017 14:00:55 +0000

The fourth Winter Lionfish Derby, sponsored by Conyers Imports, is set to be held from January 1 through January 31, with a wrap-up party and awards ceremony taking place at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] on Saturday, February 3 from 6.00pm until 9.00pm. The Derby will feature cash prizes in both freediver and SCUBA […]

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Photos: Tiny Octopus Found On Side Of Lionfish

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Published On :: Tue, 09 Jan 2018 13:00:38 +0000

While emptying a bag of lionfish they caught while diving in the Watch Hill Park and John Smith’s Bay area, local divers found a tiny octopus clinging to the side of a lionfish. In a post on social media, Weldon Wade said, “What a discovery! When freediving and culling lionfish we spear them and sometimes safely […]

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Photos: Fourth Winter Lionfish Derby A Success

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Published On :: Sat, 17 Feb 2018 13:44:54 +0000

The fourth Winter Lionfish Derby, sponsored by Conyers Imports was held from January 1 through January 31, with a wrap-up party and awards ceremony taking place at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] recently. A spokesperson said, “Here’s a few things about the very successful winter Lionfish Derby. For starters, we had 60 people registered […]

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Collaboration To Reduce Lionfish Population

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Published On :: Tue, 13 Mar 2018 19:10:38 +0000

It is often said that good things come in groups of three, and that might be the case for a trio of research projects aimed at reducing a threat to Bermuda’s marine biodiversity: the invasive lionfish. BIOS said, “While many invasive species disrupt natural ecosystems by spreading disease or competing for food and habitat, lionfish […]

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Photos: Bobby Lambe’s 431lb Bluefin Tuna Catch

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Published On :: Sun, 22 Apr 2018 23:04:19 +0000

[Updated with video] Crowds gathered at Robinson’s Marina in Somerset this afternoon [April 22] to get a glimpse at the latest catch of a bluefin tuna. Captain Bobby Lambe hooked the 431.1lb tuna at around 7.30am this morning on the fishing boat ‘Last Chance’ and it took until 2.30pm this afternoon before it was finally […]

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Light Tackle Tournament Set For June 23 & 24

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Published On :: Mon, 04 Jun 2018 23:00:11 +0000

Bermuda’s International Light Tackle Tournament [ILTT] is set to see its 51st iteration take place on June 23 and June 24. A spokesperson said, “In 2018 we’ll have a slightly modified format and two cornerstone sponsors, International Financial Planning and Crisson Jewellers. “This year the ILTT will be fished over two days on the weekend […]

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Blue Marlin Travels 5,089 NM To Win Race

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Published On :: Wed, 11 Jul 2018 15:06:37 +0000

A blue marlin satellite-tagged in July 2017 during the Bermuda Triple Crown Billfish Championship has won the 2017-18 IGFA Great Marlin Race [IGMR] after swimming an estimated 5,089 nautical miles traveling from Bermuda to northeast of Brazil. The International Game Fish Association [IGFA] said, “The winning billfish swam an estimated 5,089 nautical miles [nm] in total […]

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Annual Junior Fishing Tournament On August 19

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Published On :: Tue, 14 Aug 2018 11:50:04 +0000

The Bermuda Anglers Club Annual Junior Fishing Tournament will be held on Sunday [Aug 19] and is open to any boys and girls under the age of 17. It is free to enter and fishing starts at 8.30am. Prizes are up for grabs in several categories for boys and girls, which include fishing from the […]

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Photos & Video: Jr. Fishing Tournament Weigh-In

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Published On :: Sun, 19 Aug 2018 19:04:56 +0000

[Updated with photos] The Bermuda Anglers Club Junior Fishing Tournament is being held this afternoon [Aug 19] with prizes up for grabs in several categories for boys and girls, which include fishing from the shore or from a boat and using a rod and reel or hand line. After a day of fishing, the young […]

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Photos/Video: Makin Waves Lobster Tournament

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Published On :: Mon, 03 Sep 2018 02:48:42 +0000

Makin Waves hosted their 21st official lobster tournament today [Sept 2] with approximately 100 divers taking to the waters around the island. The event was co-sponsored by Goslings, Maui Jim sunglasses and Spar Yard Marine solutions. The heaviest lobster recorded at the event was 9 lbs 8 oz. The 13-minute live video replay is below: […]

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Annual Tropical Fish Show Set For Tomorrow

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Published On :: Fri, 16 Nov 2018 12:49:25 +0000

The Bermuda Fry-Angle Aquarium Society will stage its annual Tropical Fish Show tomorrow [Nov 17] from 10.00am to 4.00pm at the Botanical Garden’s Horticultural Hall in Paget. A spokesperson said, “We know many Bermudians have fish tanks in their homes and we encourage them to come out and see Bermuda’s best fish. There is no […]

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Photos & Video: Fry-Angle Aquarium Fish Show

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Published On :: Sat, 17 Nov 2018 20:23:40 +0000

[Updated with photos] The Bermuda Fry-Angle Aquarium Society held its annual Tropical Fish Show today [Nov 17] at the Botanical Garden’s Horticultural Hall in Paget showcasing a wide variety of aquarium fish. We will have additional information, results and a photo gallery later on, and in the meantime the live video replay is below. The […]

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Photos: ‘Paradise One’ Hooks 770 Pound Tuna

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Published On :: Sat, 12 Jan 2019 17:32:31 +0000

Crowds gathered at Robinson’s Marina in Somerset this morning [Jan 12] to get a glimpse at the latest catch of a bluefin tuna. Captained by Allan Bean, the 770lb tuna was hooked this morning on the fishing boat ‘Paradise One’. Paradise One Fishing Charters is run by brothers, Allan and Delvin Bean with the Bean […]

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Photos: 849 Lionfish Caught In Winter Derby

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Published On :: Sun, 10 Feb 2019 23:00:06 +0000

Bermuda’s 5th annual Winter Lionfish Derby was a huge success again this year, with some 849 lionfish caught, as locals gathered to take part in the month long competition, having fun while also helping to remove the invasive species from Bermuda’s waters. “With great weather to start the year, local lionfish hunters got a quick start […]

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2019 International Light Tackle Tournament

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Published On :: Wed, 19 Jun 2019 10:41:37 +0000

The International Light Tackle Tournament [ILTT] is back in 2019 for the 52nd running of this popular event. Six teams have already registered – two from the United States and four from Bermuda — ready to challenge for the right to represent the ILTT at the Offshore World Championship in Costa Rica next year. One […]

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International Light Tackle Tournament Results

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Published On :: Thu, 27 Jun 2019 19:13:48 +0000

Inclement weather and seaweed made for challenging conditions for the 52nd International Light Tackle Tournament [ILTT], held as a single day event on Sunday, June 23. A spokesperson said, “Originally scheduled as a two-day tournament, fishing on Saturday had to be cancelled due to high seas. “Ultimately ‘Philly For Rum,’ representing the United States and […]

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Photos: Robinson’s Fishing Tournament

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Published On :: Tue, 02 Jul 2019 13:31:29 +0000

After a four year absence, the Robinson’s Marina Fishing Tournament was held on Sunday [June 30] with the tournament being deemed a success. A spokesperson said, “This community-based fishing tournament had previously run for 10 consecutive years. The weather on Sunday was very complimentary and ensured a high participation level with the ability to enter into […]

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Heatwave Lionfish Tournament On August 18

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Published On :: Fri, 05 Jul 2019 12:20:37 +0000

The Bermuda Lionfish Task Force and Blue Water Divers & Watersports are getting set to present the Heatwave Lionfish Tournament Sunday, August 18 from 6.00am to 3.00pm, with the weigh-in being held from 3.00pm to 6.00pm at Robinson’s Marina, Somerset Bridge. A spokesperson said, “It’s summertime; in August, the water temperatures are as hot as […]

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Annual Junior Fishing Tournament On Sunday

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Published On :: Wed, 07 Aug 2019 18:13:51 +0000

The Bermuda Anglers Club Annual Junior Fishing Tournament will be held on Sunday [Aug 18] and is open to any boy or girl under the age of 17. It’s free to enter. A spokesperson said, “Fishing starts at 8.30am and every child who has entered the event and who comes to the weigh station west […]

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Annual Tropical Fish Show Set For Tomorrow

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Published On :: Fri, 15 Nov 2019 14:25:32 +0000

The Bermuda Fry-Angle Aquarium Society will hold its annual Tropical Fish Show tomorrow [Nov 16] from 10.00am to 4.00pm at the First Baptist Church in Devonshire. The event poster says, “Come and see Bermuda’s most beautiful and unusual fish on display and in competition. “Show your own best fish. Entry forms are available on fryangle.com […]

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Photos & Results: Annual Tropical Fish Show

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Published On :: Mon, 18 Nov 2019 14:41:12 +0000

The Bermuda Fry-Angle Aquarium Society held its annual Tropical Fish Show on Saturday [Nov 16] at the First Baptist Church in Devonshire. This year’s winners include: Jefferson Colby Sousa – Best in Show, Best Reserve, Best Cichlid in Show, Best Catfish, Best in Division 4. Lori Dunstan – Best Livebearers, Anabantoids & True Bony Fishes […]

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Scott Barnes Wins On Daytona Motor Speedway

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Published On :: Mon, 31 Dec 2018 15:41:32 +0000

Scott Barnes concluded competing at the World Karting Association’s Daytona Kart Week at the Daytona Motor Speedway, making an excellent showing to finish on top of the podium in the Stock Honda 125 Class during the second day of racing. Barnes clocked an 8 lap winning time of 20:26.765, with his fastest lap being the 7th […]

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Photos, Video & Results: Karting Club Racing

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Published On :: Mon, 07 Jan 2019 03:42:55 +0000

The Bermuda Karting Club’s 2018/19 racing season continued at Southside today [Dec 6] where Nile Bean won all three races in the Cadet Class, and Blake Horseman would go on to win all three Tag Senior Class races. In the L206 Masters Class, David Barbosa won twice while Jeff Sousa won the other. Scott ‘Skitchy’ […]

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Photos & Results: Bermuda Karting Club Racing

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Published On :: Wed, 23 Jan 2019 22:57:36 +0000

The Bermuda Karting Club’s season continued at the Rubis Southside Motor Sports Park with a full day of racing. Nathan Decosta won all three races in the Cadet Class, while Scott Barnes won two of the three races in the Tag Senior Class with David Selley winning the other race on the day. David Barbosa took the […]

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Photos/Video: Karting Club Racing At Southside

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Published On :: Sun, 03 Feb 2019 20:47:36 +0000

The Bermuda Karting Club’s season continued at the Rubis Southside Motor Sports Park today [Feb 3] with a full day of racing under sunny conditions. Ryan Rebello won Race #1 in the 125cc Stock Shifter Class while Scott “Skitchy” Barnes placed second and Owen DeCosta placed third. Nile Bean took first place in the first race for […]

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Photos & Results: Bermuda Karting Club Races

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Published On :: Wed, 20 Feb 2019 23:00:38 +0000

The Bermuda Karting Club’s season continued at the Rubis Southside Motor Sports Park with some competitive racing taking place. Nathan Decosta won all three races in the Cadet Class, while Scott Barnes took the checkered flag in the three races in the Tag Senior Class. David Barbosa took the checkered flag in two of the […]

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Photos, Video & Results: Karting Club Racing

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Published On :: Mon, 04 Mar 2019 12:45:30 +0000

The Bermuda Karting Club’s season continued at the Rubis Southside Motor Sports Park with the first Trophy Race Day of the season. Nile Bean won all three races in the Cadet Class, while Blake Horseman took the checkered flag in two of the three races in the Tag Senior Class, Scott Barnes won the other […]

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Photos & Results: Bermuda Karting Club Race

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Published On :: Wed, 17 Apr 2019 20:54:26 +0000

The Bermuda Karting Club’s season continued at the Rubis Southside Motor Sports Park with Race Day 14. Nile Bean won two of the three races in the Cadet Class, with Nathan Decosta winning the other, while Scott Barnes took the checkered in two of the three races in the Tag Senior Class, with Ryan Burgess […]

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Photos & Results: Bermuda Karting Club Race

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Published On :: Wed, 01 May 2019 21:06:47 +0000

The Bermuda Karting Club’s season continued at the Rubis Southside Motor Sports Park with Race Day 15. Nile Bean won all three races in the Cadet Class, while Scott Barnes took the checkered flag in all three races in the Tag Senior Class. David Barbosa won all three races in the L206 Masters Class, while […]

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Photos & Results: Bermuda Karting Club Race

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Published On :: Thu, 09 May 2019 18:00:21 +0000

The Bermuda Karting Club’s 2018/19 season came to an end at the Rubis Southside Motor Sports Park with Race Day 16, where champions of each Division were crowned. Nile Bean was crowned the Cadet Class Champion, while Scott Barnes was the Champion in the Tag Senior Class. David Barbosa was crowned the L206 Masters Class Champion, while […]

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Photos & Results: Bermuda Karting Club Racing

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Published On :: Mon, 18 Nov 2019 11:11:09 +0000

[Updated with photos] The Bermuda Karting Club race season continued at the Southside Motor Sports Park in St. George’s in a mixture of wet and dry track. Stephen Corrado won all three races in the Tag Senior Class, while Travis Lewis won all three races in the L206 Masters Class. Three different drivers took the […]

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Scott Barnes Competes In Daytona Kart Week

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Published On :: Tue, 31 Dec 2019 12:18:20 +0000

Scott Barnes recently took to the Daytona Raceway Track to compete in the World Karting Association’s Road Racing Daytona Kart Week, taking part in two races. In a field of 39 karts on the Stock Honda F2 Class start line, Barnes finished fourth in the first race when he was clocked across the line completing […]

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Karting Race Day Called Off Due To High Winds

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Published On :: Sun, 05 Jan 2020 15:30:49 +0000

The Bermuda Karting Club announced that racing today [Jan 5] has been cancelled due to the high winds. In a post on social media, the Club said, “Due to today’s high winds, Race Day #5 has been cancelled. We will resume Race Day #6 next Sunday January 12th.” The Bermuda Weather Service issued a Gale […]

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Karting: BKC Postpones Event Due To Covid-19

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Published On :: Mon, 16 Mar 2020 10:43:00 +0000

Due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, the Bermuda Karting Club has decided to postponed its “Double Header” event which was originally scheduled for March 21 [Saturday] and March 22 [Sunday] at the RUBiS Southside Raceway. In an online post, the Bermuda Karting Club said, “With a heavy heart, we understand the government’s decision to ban […]

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Low Carbon To Help Fund Solar Panels At NMB

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Published On :: Thu, 02 Feb 2017 19:45:55 +0000

Low Carbon, the UK-based renewable energy investment company and official renewable energy partner to Land Rover BAR, will help fund the installation of solar panels at the National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] in the Royal Naval Dockyard. “The installation is expected to generate more than 93,600kWh of clean energy per year, contributing to a significant […]

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