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Minister Lovitta Foggo On 2020 Heritage Month

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Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 15:08:22 +0000

[Ministerial statement by Minister of Labour, Community Affairs and Sports Lovitta Foggo] Mr. Speaker, May is a time when the whole of Bermuda traditionally looks forward to celebrating Heritage Month. It is the time of year when Bermudians come together to celebrate our heritage, our culture, our family connections, our national pride and our national […]

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Video: Miss Bermuda 2015 Pageant Highlights

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Published On :: Fri, 10 Jul 2015 01:00:23 +0000

Alyssa Rose, representing Smiths, was crowned the new Miss Bermuda on July 5, beating out five other competitors for the title, with 2014 Miss Bermuda Lillian Lightbourn handing over her crown. The contestants included Miss Warwick Tamara Bradshaw, Miss Pembroke Ligaya Sanchez-Wilson, Miss Southampton Brittany Madeiros, Miss Devonshire Kathryn O’Connor, Miss Paget Kayla Williams, and the […]

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Clarien Bank Paget Branch To Close Today

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Published On :: Thu, 19 Mar 2020 14:06:47 +0000

In an effort to centralise its operations while also minimising the Covid-19 exposure, Clarien Bank announced that their Paget Branch will close today [March 19]. A spokesperson said, “As we all work collectively to keep our community safe, Clarien Bank is centralising our operations to minimise virus exposure and spread to our clients and employees. […]

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Photos: Vintage Transportation Museum Opens

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Published On :: Tue, 09 Dec 2014 12:20:24 +0000

A new museum dedicated to showcasing the various modes of transport Bermudians have used throughout the years is now open, with the Vintage Transportation Museum located inside the Bermudiana Arcade in Hamilton. Owner Paul Martins has spent the last 25 years expanding his collection in the hopes that one day he would finally be able to share […]

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Hagen & Reid Awarded EY Gil Tucker Scholarship

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Published On :: Tue, 23 Jul 2019 11:00:14 +0000

Philip Hagen and Joshua Reid have been selected as the recipients of the 2019 EY Gil Tucker Bermuda Scholarship. Both Mr Hagen and Mr Reid are interning with EY’s Assurance teams this summer. The EY scholarship is valued at up to $30,000 USD per year for a maximum of five years until the recipient has […]

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BELCO Wins Best Energy Storage Project Award

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Published On :: Thu, 24 Oct 2019 16:06:42 +0000

BELCO has won the Best Energy Storage Project award at the Caribbean Renewable Energy Forum [CREF] for its recently commissioned Nolan Smith Battery Energy Storage System [BESS]. CREF is the largest annual gathering of the Caribbean clean energy market and the awards programme recognizes leaders in the Caribbean energy sector who are making a lasting impact […]

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BUEI Talks “The Voyages Of Bob” On February 4

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Published On :: Sun, 26 Jan 2020 18:00:50 +0000

The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] will present a talk entitled “The Voyages of Bob: Around The World in a Small Yacht” with Alex and Sarah Brooks on Tuesday, February 4th. The event poster says, “3 Oceans; 25 countries; 121 anchorages; 32,000 sea miles. Bermudian Alex Brooks and his partner Sarah spent over 3 1/2 years […]

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Paget Primary Holds Dr. Seuss Celebration

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Published On :: Thu, 05 Mar 2020 17:00:48 +0000

Paget Primary School recently held its first annual Dr. Seuss Birthday Celebration and Pajama Day. A spokesperson said, “On Monday, March 2, Paget Primary School held its first annual Dr. Seuss Birthday Celebration and Pajama Day. The very popular Dr. Seuss books have entertained, educated and inspired the young and not-so-young around the world for […]

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Family Centre Encourages Emotional Well-Being

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Published On :: Wed, 29 Apr 2020 11:42:00 +0000

Family Centre has provided an update on actions it is taking to support vulnerable families and children during the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, with a focus on emotional well-being via its ‘FC 5C Challenge.’ A spokesperson said, “As the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic take its toll on family life and the well-being of children, it […]

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Photos & Results: Bermuda Dressage Show

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Published On :: Mon, 14 Oct 2019 13:02:52 +0000

[Updated with photos] Under the watchful eyes of judges Brenda Minor from Canada and Omar Zayrik from Mexico, the Bermuda Dressage Group hosted a Two Day event at the National Equestrian Center on Vesey Street. Collecting the Junior High Score on Day One was Natalia Tafur riding Edelweiss with a score of 71.290% during the […]

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FEI Dressage World Challenge On December 14

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Published On :: Thu, 05 Dec 2019 12:41:01 +0000

Bermuda dressage enthusiasts are gearing up for the 2019 FEI Dressage World Challenge [DWC] scheduled to be held at the National Equestrian Centre on Saturday, 14th December. In addition to the FEI WDC, a dressage qualifier for the 2020 Adequan North American Youth Championship [NAYC] will held on both Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th December. […]

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Bermuda Riders Excel In Dressage Challenge

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Published On :: Mon, 27 Jan 2020 17:03:59 +0000

The Federation Equestre Internationale [FEI] has released the Regional and FEI World Classification results based upon individuals and teams for the 2019 FEI World Dressage Challenge, with Bermuda riders achieving “very commendable results.” A spokesperson said, “The Federation Equestre Internationale [FEI] today released the Regional as well as the FEI World Classification results based upon […]

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Equestrian: Dressage Championship Cancelled

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Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 10:00:39 +0000

The 2020 Adequan/FEI North American Youth Championship for dressage, scheduled to be held in Michigan from August 4 to August 9, has been cancelled due to the Covid-19 pandemic. A spokesperson said, “The United States Equestrian Federation announced that the 2020 Adequan/FEI North American Youth Championship for dressage, scheduled to be held in Michigan from […]

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Heritage Picnic Launches Restaurant Weeks

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Published On :: Thu, 16 Jan 2020 23:39:59 +0000

A picnic combining Bermuda’s creative talent and centuries-old island history has officially launched Restaurant Weeks 2020. Under sunny skies, 60 attendees enjoyed the outdoor fragrance and food-pairing lunch staged by the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] in the rose garden of 300-year-old Waterville, the Bermuda National Trust Headquarters in Paget. The event, teaming luxury picnic purveyor and event […]

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Fundraising Car Wash, Bake Sale Today In Paget

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Published On :: Sat, 14 Dec 2019 14:21:31 +0000

If you are looking to get your vehicle washed while also helping out a good cause, youth racers from the Bermuda Motorcycle Racing Association are holding a car wash and bake sale today [Dec 14] at the RUBiS Paget Service Station from 8am – 4pm. The pricing structure is $10 for bikes, $20 for cars, […]

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‘Did Engage In Sexually Inappropriate Touching’

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Published On :: Thu, 08 Nov 2018 14:59:55 +0000

Saltus School confirmed that its investigation into alumni allegations of inappropriate sexual behaviour on the part of a teacher who left the school 40 years ago has concluded, and it confirmed that the teacher “did engage in sexually inappropriate touching.” “Saltus contracted with T&M Protection Resources, a US-based company specializing in these cases, to conduct the […]

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Sex Offender Management Bill Tabled In Senate

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Published On :: Mon, 12 Nov 2018 16:38:26 +0000

A Bill which seeks to “enhance the effective oversight and management of sex offenders” and “establish a sex offender register” was tabled in the Senate on Friday [Nov 9]. The Bill — officially titled the ‘Criminal Code [Sex Offender Management] Amendment Act 2018′ — “seeks to amend the Criminal Code Act 1907 to enhance the […]

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AG On Sex Offender Management Amendment

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Published On :: Mon, 26 Nov 2018 20:12:27 +0000

In the past, a sex offender could refuse to participate in any rehabilitative or therapeutic programs and a new Bill will require sex offenders to complete programs before being permitted to apply for parole or being released from prison on their early release date, Attorney General Kathy Simmons said today. The Attorney General said, “The […]

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CAA On Sex Offender Management Amendment

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Published On :: Thu, 29 Nov 2018 18:48:41 +0000

Centre Against Abuse said they support the proposed Bill relating to supervision of sex offenders, but have requested it include a provision for victims to be notified via the same channel that the Minister is, as “often victims learn about the release of their sex offender after they have been released.” A spokesperson said, “Centre […]

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Bermuda Cyclists Conclude Vuelta Stage Race

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Published On :: Mon, 02 Mar 2020 12:40:10 +0000

Bermuda cyclists Dominique Mayho and Kaden Hopkins, continued teaming up with Julian Molina, Julian Otero, and Brian Leon to compete in the Vuelta Independencia 7 day stage race in the Dominican Republic. The final day saw the cyclists compete for an 84K ride through Santo Domingo. Hopkins finished 8th overall, with a combined time of 23 […]

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BBA Virtual Grand Prix Stage 1 Results

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Published On :: Sat, 25 Apr 2020 13:17:51 +0000

Conor White and Caitlin Conyers have taken the early lead as the BBA Virtual Grand Prix got underway. The three day stage race saw the competitors compete in a 17.5km time trial. White completed the course in a time of 22:59, with Alex Miller second clocking 23:45, Conyers was third overall stopping the clock in […]

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Results: BBA Virtual Grand Prix Stage 2

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Published On :: Sun, 26 Apr 2020 11:52:21 +0000

Conor White has extended his BBA Virtual Grand Prix lead after the second day, which saw competitors compete over a distance of 30.2km. White clocked a Stage Two winning time of 39:44, in second place was B Division leader Geri Mewitt in a time of 43:36, with Alex Miller crossing the line third with a […]

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Video: Vintage 1976 Bermuda Go-Kart Action

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Published On :: Mon, 04 Nov 2019 00:00:44 +0000

Bermuda Karting Club 2019/20 racing recently got underway at the East End’s Southside Raceway. And the start of a new season prompted one former club member to roll back history’s odometer and revisit scenes of Bermuda go-karting action from more than four decades ago. Karting 1967 “I was going through my archives and found this […]

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Ministry ‘Encouraged’ By IRP Energy Plan

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Published On :: Fri, 26 Jul 2019 14:03:26 +0000

The Ministry of Home Affairs said they are encouraged by the publication of the Regulatory Authority’s Integrated Resource Plan [IRP], which calls for “high levels of renewable energy resources,” with the RA saying the plan includes adding utility-scale solar photovoltaic and wind power via an offshore wind farm. A Ministry spokesperson said, “The Ministry of […]

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‘Rich Heritage Of Cobbs Hill Methodist Church’

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Published On :: Tue, 04 Feb 2020 20:08:30 +0000

Following a Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] event to highlight the rich heritage of Cobbs Hill Methodist Church, an online bookable tour of the 200-year-old sanctuary has been launched. “Local bus operator Titan Express began offering its African Dispersion Cultural Tour February 1, as Black History Month launched in the US and a week after the […]

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Paget Primary To Create Black History Museum

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Published On :: Tue, 25 Feb 2020 11:30:40 +0000

[Written by Vejay Steede] Paget Primary’s third annual Bermuda Black History Museum will be staged on Thursday, February 27th from 9am – 2pm. The always wonderful exhibit will be open to the public, and several schools [preschool and primary] have been invited, as in previous years. Invitations have also been sent out to honored guests, […]

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‘The Early Atlantic Age: How Did We Get Here?’

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Published On :: Tue, 03 Mar 2020 10:53:16 +0000

The National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] is getting set to host a free public lecture on Thursday, March 12 from 5.30 to 7.00pm in the North Hall at Bermuda College. A spokesperson said, “Bermudian historian Dr. Clarence Maxwell will be presenting on ‘The Early Atlantic Age [1250-1609]: Why and how did we get here?’. “The lecture will take […]

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Uzimon Origins Show To Be Staged In New York

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Published On :: Mon, 23 Sep 2019 10:44:34 +0000

Bermudian singer, actor and performance artist Daniel Frith will be revealing the enigmatic background of his longtime dancehall alter ego Uzimon at a cabaret-style New York show to celebrate his latest release. In what Mr. Frith is describing as his “off-Broadway debut”, Uzimon Origins.The Betty White Mixtape Release Party is being staged at Manhattan’s Huron […]

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Video: Vintage 1976 Bermuda Promotional Film

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Published On :: Tue, 08 Oct 2019 10:55:01 +0000

A vintage travel film turns back the clock to the “Unspoiled, unhurried, uncommon” Bermuda of 1970s Department of Tourism marketing campaigns. This recently uploaded 1976 Tourism Department video includes scenes of the Queen’s 1975 visit to the island, Wimbledon men’s champion Jimmy Connors playing in a Southampton Princess tennis tournament and the fleet of Tall […]

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BUEI: Voyages, Kept Secret, 50 Years Of Diving

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Published On :: Tue, 03 Mar 2020 21:21:45 +0000

The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] will host a number of events in March, including a talk entitled “The Voyages of Bob: Cultures of the Ocean,” a documentary entitled “Best Kept Secret” and a  talk entitled “A Half Century Under The Sea: Fifty Years Of Diving In Bermuda’s Waters.” Admission for the three events is $20 for members, […]

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“Leatherback Turtles, Wandering Voyagers”

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Published On :: Sat, 11 Aug 2018 15:00:47 +0000

The Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] is getting set to present lecture title “Leatherback Turtles, Wandering Voyagers of the Reptile World” on Thursday, August 16 at 7.00pm at BAMZ Education Classroom The event poster says, “The largest of all sea turtles, and one of the largest reptiles on earth, the Ieatherback turtle can reach 8 feet […]

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Lyric Video: Summertime Again By HEЯITAGE

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Published On :: Wed, 27 Jul 2016 12:02:41 +0000

Musical group HEЯITAGE – which features two members from Bermuda – has released a new song called “Summertime Again” featuring Roy G, with an accompanying video allowing fans to sing along with the track, which is “heavily inspired by Bermuda.” The group’s biography says, “LA-based soul/pop band HEЯITAGE was originally founded in 2011 by a […]

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Video: Summertime Again Remix By HEЯITAGE

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Published On :: Thu, 22 Jun 2017 23:45:26 +0000

Musical group HEЯITAGE, recently released their latest track, “Summertime Again Remix ft. Roy-G X Minonic”, a hot and danceable summer anthem. A spokesperson said, “Soul/pop band, HEЯITAGE released the music video for their, “Summertime Again Remix.” Capturing the beauty of a summer by the ocean. Lead singer HannaH is featured wearing her Bermuda colors as […]

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Music Video: Heritage Releases New Single

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 25 May 2018 14:20:25 +0000

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

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Music Video: “Fashion Slayer” by HEЯITAGE

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

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

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Possible Banana Shortage Due To Contamination

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 31 Jan 2020 15:06:25 +0000

There “may be a temporary shortage of bananas in the coming weeks due to continued pest contaminations of imported banana shipments,” the Government said today. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Environment and Natural Resources [DENR] advises the public that there may be a temporary shortage of bananas in the coming weeks due to […]

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Photos: Paget Primary Black History Museum

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Published On :: Fri, 28 Feb 2020 12:44:36 +0000

Paget Primary School hosted their third annual Bermuda Black History Museum this week, with students and teachers transforming some of their classrooms into educational Black History Museums, honouring some of the Black Bermudians who have made contributions to the Island, while also allowing students to learn about some of the island’s barrier breaking figures. . Click […]

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Butterfield Announce Management Appointments

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Published On :: Tue, 28 Jan 2020 15:11:15 +0000

In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, the Bank of Butterfield announced management changes. The full filing stated: “The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited today announced the appointment of Jane Pearce as its new Group Head of Trust [subject to regulatory approvals], replacing Bob Moore who is retiring after more than 22 years with […]

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Winter Age Group Championships Final Day

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 02 Dec 2019 13:21:44 +0000

After three days of competition, the Bermuda Amateur Swimming Association’s Winter Age Group Championships concluded at the BASA Pool. It was yet another challenging day for the swimmers with windy and chilly conditions. Josephine Duerden won the 13-14 Girls 400 SC Meter Freestyle when she touched the wall in a time of 4:48.63, Myeisha Sharrieff […]

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Swimming: Winter Age Group Division Winners

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Published On :: Tue, 03 Dec 2019 13:20:41 +0000

Following three days of the Bermuda Amateur Swimming Association’s Winter Age Group Championships, division winners included Arabella Newport Derbyshire, Jacob Wright, Imojen Judd, Thomas Cechini, Myeisha Sharrieff, Harlan Watson-Brown, Taylor White, and Brian Desmond. Arabella Newport Derbyshire was the 10 & Under Women’s Champion with 1,601 points, while the 10 & Under Men’s Champion was […]

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Photos & Video: Car Fire Extinguished In Paget

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Published On :: Tue, 11 Aug 2015 20:05:48 +0000

At approximately 4.15pm this afternoon [Aug 11], the Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service responded to a report of a vehicle fire located near the junction of Pomander Road and Harbour Road in Paget. At least one fire service appliance attended the scene where fire fighters wearing breathing apparatus went about extinguishing the blaze within minutes. […]

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Photos: Building Damaged In Early Morning Blaze

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Published On :: Wed, 27 Apr 2016 23:00:38 +0000

A building located on Cedar Avenue sustained damage in an early morning blaze on Tuesday [April 26], that is understood to have initially involved two motorcycles. The Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service responded to the fire that occurred at approximately 3.00am. The fire was extinguished but not before the nearby building sustained visible fire, heat […]

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Traffic Diverting In Paget Due To Utility Pole Fire

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 20 Oct 2016 18:19:53 +0000

[Updated] Police have advised this afternoon [Oct 20] that there are traffic diversions currently in place on Middle Road in Paget due to a utility pole fire. A Police spokesperson said, “Traffic diversions are currently in place on Middle Road in Paget due to a downed utility pole at the junction with Ord Road [Ess […]

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Photos, Video: Cement Truck Overturns In Paget

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 21 Nov 2017 13:51:17 +0000

[Updating] A collision occurred in Paget this morning [Nov 21] resulting in a cement truck overturning. Emergency services on the scene to assist, and further details are limited at this time, however we will update as able. Update 9.48am: A police spokesperson said, “Traffic diversions in effect until further notice on South Road in Paget […]

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Multiple Trucks Damaged In West End Collision

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 11 Sep 2018 19:52:11 +0000

[Updated] Emergency services responded to a collision on Middle Road in Southampton this afternoon [Sept 11] that appeared to involve multiple trucks and resulted in one vehicle smashing into a roadside barrier and the side panel of another truck being peeled back. Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service, police and ambulance personnel attended the scene where […]

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Photos & Video: RAF Typhoons, Voyager Leave

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Published On :: Wed, 07 Jan 2015 18:46:26 +0000

The Royal Air Force [RAF] aircraft that arrived in Bermuda yesterday [Jan 6] left the island late this morning, while another set of aircraft touched down on the island a few hours after they departed. The four Typhoons and one A330-200 Voyager tanker traveled from Lajes, Azores and are headed for Nellis Air Force Base […]

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Video/Photos: RAF Voyager & Typhoons Leave

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Published On :: Tue, 23 Feb 2016 21:42:18 +0000

Bermuda’s LF Wade International Airport saw extra activity today after three military aircraft paid the island a visit, taking off earlier this afternoon. The aircraft visiting the island included a Royal Air Force [RAF] A330 Voyager Tanker accompanying two Typhoon fighter jets, with the jets having arrived earlier this week. It is understood that more […]

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Photos, Video: British Airways Heritage Collection

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Published On :: Wed, 31 Aug 2016 09:41:18 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess] British Airways has come a long ways after four small airlines merged to form Imperial Airways limited on March 31, 1924. In the 92 years since then, one man has seen most of the changes the airline has made. Keith Hayward joined the company as a traffic apprentice in 1945 and has […]

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Photos & Video: RAF Voyager & Typhoons Leave

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Published On :: Fri, 18 Jan 2019 21:14:03 +0000

Bermuda’s L.F. Wade International Airport saw extra activity today [Jan 18] when the group of military aircraft that arrived on the island yesterday prepared to take off this afternoon. The 2-minute video replay is below: The aircraft included a Royal Air Force [RAF] A330 Voyager Tanker accompanying four Typhoon fighter jets. A short time after […]

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‘Unverified Messages On Social Media’

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 24 Sep 2019 17:12:55 +0000

The “group going to homes and pretending to be officials from home affairs” message is circulating again, and the police have advised this is “not relevant for Bermuda” and have urged residents to “please think before posting unverified messages on social media.” A police spokesperson said, “Please be advised the below alert is not relevant […]

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