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Audio: Bermuda Band Urges Us All To “Sit Off”

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Published On :: Sun, 05 Apr 2020 22:38:07 +0000

“In this crazy time, the message for you, everyone in Bermuda you know what you have to do… sit off, just sit off, everybody stay at home, there is no need for you to roam. No going out until we get the all clear, we keeping social distance, so we staying right here….sitting off.” That […]

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Carnival Bands: Costume Carry Forward System

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Published On :: Thu, 16 Apr 2020 20:58:16 +0000

Party People Entertainment, Code Red, and NOVA Mas International said they will not take part in the Bermuda Carnival 2020 Parade of Bands due to the Covid-19 pandemic, and will have a ‘Costume Carry Forward System,’ which will allow them to portray their 2020 themes in 2021. Party People Ent posted an announcement online, saying, […]

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Pow Wow 2020 Cancelled Due To Covid-19

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Published On :: Thu, 23 Apr 2020 19:37:12 +0000

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

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‘Covid Candles’ Fundraiser Assists Charities

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Published On :: Mon, 04 May 2020 11:50:39 +0000

Owen Stewart, who makes candles as a hobby, has taken the initiative to support the community during the Covid-19 pandemic by selling ‘Covid Candles,’ with the proceeds going to local charities. Amanda Stewart, Owen’s mother, said, “This started for him as a rainy day hobby for he and I to do together. We would save […]

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BHW Cancels 2020 Bermuda Carnival Events

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Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 20:38:30 +0000

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

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Island Games Gymnastics Team Announced

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Published On :: Thu, 14 May 2015 19:38:41 +0000

Bermuda Gymnastics announced the 2015 Island Games team at the conclusion of its May 9 home meet, with 14 athletes set to represent Bermuda. The squad of 14 athletes will head to Ynys Mon on July 20 to compete in the gymnastics portion of the Games, as the sport was not chosen to be held […]

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Bermuda Team For Pan Am Games Named

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Published On :: Tue, 16 Jun 2015 16:57:43 +0000

The Bermuda Olympic Association [BOA] today [June 16] officially announced the names of the athletes who will represent Bermuda at the XVII Pan American Games, which are being held from 10 July through 26 July 2015 in Toronto, Canada. Bermuda will be represented in seven sports: Athletics: Aaron Evans Harold “Tre” Houston Lamont Marshall Tyrone […]

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Sydney Mason Finishes 27th In Pan Am Games

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Published On :: Tue, 14 Jul 2015 10:38:33 +0000

Bermuda’s Sydney Mason finished 27th during the artistic gymnastics competition the 2015 Pan American Games in Toronto, Canada. The 17-year-old — who was competing in world class field — recorded an overall score of 43.250. She was the first competitor on the uneven bars, recording a score of 9.150, she then competed on the balance beam […]

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Bermuda Gymnasts Dominate At Island Games

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Published On :: Fri, 24 Jul 2015 13:10:55 +0000

The gymnastics portion of the 2015 Island Games is now taking place in the Welsh island of Ynys Môn, and Bermuda’s gymnastics team have turned in a dominating performance, winning multiple team and individual medals. For the first time ever, Bermuda is fielding a male gymnastics teams at the Island Games, and they made their debut in […]

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Gymnasts Win 17 Medals At 2015 Island Games

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Published On :: Mon, 27 Jul 2015 19:20:25 +0000

The Bermuda team continued its dominance in Ynys Mon during the gymnastics portion of the Island Games, winning 17 medals in the second round of competition. On Saturday, July 25th, the team of 14 girls and boys took the floor against Isle of Man, Jersey, Aland, Cayman, Gotland, Shetland Islands, and Ynys Mon in the […]

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Tumble Tots Celebrates Its 30th Anniversary

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Published On :: Tue, 01 Sep 2015 15:50:32 +0000

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

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Bermuda Gymnasts Competing In Orlando

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Published On :: Mon, 27 Jun 2016 12:15:17 +0000

The Bermuda Gymnastics Association has qualified 97 percent of its Competitive Artistic and Rhythmic Team members to participate at this year’s USAIGC [United States and International Association of Independent Gymnastics Clubs] World Tournament being held in Orlando, Florida at the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress Hotel. Although the gymnasts were required to attain a certain score […]

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Bermuda Gymnastics Win Medals In Orlando

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Published On :: Tue, 28 Jun 2016 10:40:05 +0000

The Bermuda Gymnastics Association has qualified 97 percent of its Competitive Artistic and Rhythmic Team members to participate at this year’s USAIGC World Tournament being held in Orlando, Florida at the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress Hotel. Although the gymnasts were required to attain a certain score to qualify, the meet is a club to club […]

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Bermuda Gymnasts Continue Orlando Events

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Published On :: Wed, 29 Jun 2016 10:00:01 +0000

The Bermuda Gymnastics Association is continuing its successful showing at the USAIGC World Tournament, currently being held in Orlando, Florida at the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress Hotel. Head Coach Adriana Forde said, “Sanaa Burgess [11-years-old, Bronze] showed overall excellence yesterday as she qualified to all four event finals scheduled for this afternoon [June 28th, 2016] […]

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Gymnastics Team Named For Island Games

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Published On :: Wed, 26 Apr 2017 14:23:32 +0000

Five gymnasts between 13 and 15 years old have been named to the 2017 Island Games team, with Max Blakeney, Chantae Wilson, Anna Francoeur, Taj Lowery, and Gianna Webbe all set to represent Bermuda. “In March 2017, the Bermuda Gymnastics Association, in its capacity as the National Governing Body of Gymnastics [BGA] ran its Island Games trials with […]

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Island Games Results: Golf, Cycling, Gymnastics

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Published On :: Mon, 03 Jul 2017 23:00:23 +0000

Despite weather more akin to Bermuda in December, Bermuda’s women’s cycling team won the gold medal in the town criterium. The team includes Zoenique Williams [individual silver medalist], Gabriella Arnold, Alyssa Rowse and Claire Mitchell. Bermuda’s men’s national cycling team competing in the NatWest Island Games cycled superbly as a team to win the silver […]

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BGA Host 9th Annual International Challenge

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Published On :: Thu, 21 Mar 2019 20:26:52 +0000

The Bermuda Gymnastics Association [BGA] hosted their 9th annual Bermuda International Gymnastics Challenge on Saturday [March 16] at the National Training Center in St. David’s, with over 100 athletes taking part in the event. A spokesperson said, “It was a great way to finish a very busy few months as the Bermuda Gymnastics Association [BGA] […]

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Tumble Tots Celebrating 34th Anniversary

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Published On :: Sun, 14 Apr 2019 13:00:11 +0000

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

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Bermuda Championships Tee Times Announced

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Published On :: Tue, 29 Oct 2019 23:00:42 +0000

The Bermuda Championship PGA TOUR event is set to get underway this week at the Port Royal Golf Course. The field of 120 is headlined by FedExCup points leader Lanto Griffin and features five Bermuda players. In highlighting the Bermuda players, the organisers said, “Daniel Augustus is competing on sponsor exemption. Augustus played Division II […]

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Profiles Of Bermudians Competing In PGA Tour

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Published On :: Wed, 30 Oct 2019 18:57:27 +0000

The Bermuda Championship PGA Tour organisers highlighted the five Bermudians in the field, including Daniel Augustus, Jarryd Dillas, Kenny Leseur, Michael Sims, and Dwayne Pearman, sharing some details surrounding their golfing experience, including the fact that Kenny Leseur — who is only 15-years-old — will be the fourth-youngest player ever to make a cut on the […]

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$500 For Each Birdie By Each Bermudian

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Published On :: Wed, 30 Oct 2019 21:59:59 +0000

Mr. Malcolm Gosling — President & CEO of Goslings International — announced today the founding of the Birdies for Bermudians program, in conjunction with the inaugural Bermuda Championship. “The brand Goslings Rum, The Spirit of Bermuda, has pledged $500 for each birdie posted by each Bermudian in the Bermuda Championship, $1000 for each eagle, and […]

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Kim Swan Honoured At Golf Tournament

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Published On :: Sat, 04 Jan 2020 15:01:39 +0000

The 4th annual Richard Knight Birthday Golf Tournament at Belmont Hills Golf Course was held, with golf pro Kim Swan being honoured. “The two-man team golf tournament attracts many keen golfers and the organizers are to be commended for attracting awesome prizes and offering a delectable feast at the Warwick Workman’s Club,” a spokesperson said. […]

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RAN Men’s U19: Bermuda Defeat Barbados

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Published On :: Fri, 19 Jul 2019 22:47:51 +0000

Bermuda continued competing in the Rugby Americas North [RAN] U19 tournament in Barbados, defeating the home team to advance to the next round, where they will match up against Trinidad & Tobago. Bermuda began their day by facing off against Barbados in the final pool game for the tournament. The team held a tight defense, […]

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Bermuda Finishes Fourth In RAN Play-Off

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Published On :: Mon, 22 Jul 2019 12:30:35 +0000

The Rugby Americas North [RAN] Under 19 Tournament recently concluded in Barbados, with Bermuda finishing in fourth place. Bermuda took to the field for the final day of the tournament, taking on Trinidad & Tobago in the third and fourth place match. Bermuda lost the match 22 – 15 to finish the tournament in fourth […]

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Police Rugby Team Compete In Canada

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Published On :: Tue, 03 Sep 2019 12:57:48 +0000

Bermuda Police Rugby Club began a pre-season tour of Canada taking on HBS Rugby Team. HBS opened international play against Bermuda Police edging them 30 – 28. Tacklers Barry Horgan and Anthony Carango clamped down hard on Bermuda star Pogo, limiting him to a single try. HBS stole victory from the jaws of defeat in […]

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Rugby: Caribbean Cup 2019 Squad Announced

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Published On :: Tue, 17 Sep 2019 13:30:36 +0000

Bermuda coach Jamie Barnwell has named the 29-man squad for this week’s Caribbean Cup fixture against Guadeloupe in the Rugby Americas North championships 2019. A spokesperson said, “Barnwell has selected an experienced team to represent Bermuda. Captained by Aldo Campbell and Peter Dunkerley, Bermuda will be supported in the forwards by Dustin Archibald, Darren Richardson, […]

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Caribbean Cup: Bermuda Defeat Guadeloupe

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Published On :: Sun, 22 Sep 2019 02:50:53 +0000

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

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World Rugby Classic: Ireland & South Africa Win

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Published On :: Tue, 05 Nov 2019 12:32:26 +0000

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

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World Rugby Classic: Canada vs France

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Published On :: Thu, 07 Nov 2019 12:22:11 +0000

A total of 13 points were put on the board on the Plate Semi-Final of the 2019 World Rugby Classic between Canada and France. At the half of this Plate Semi-Final Canada and France are deadlocked at 5-5. Yam nick Lafforgue went over to give France the lead, but a strong run from John Moonlight leveled the game. […]

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Ladies And Men’s League Rugby Results

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Published On :: Sun, 01 Dec 2019 16:00:54 +0000

Play resumed in the Bermuda Rugby Football Union League with three matches taking place at the Southampton Oval, with two ladies games and one mens game resulting in 133 points in total on the board. Ladies Division In the opening match of the day, the Renegades defeated the Teachers 37 – 10. Jackie Oliver led […]

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Ladies And Men’s League Rugby Results

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Published On :: Mon, 09 Dec 2019 13:00:28 +0000

Bermuda Rugby Football Union League action returned to the Southampton Oval as four matches resulted in over 200 points scored. Ladies Division Police 56 Teachers 7 The Police defeated the Teachers 56 – 7 in the opener, Melissa McBeath led the Police with 3 tries, Jo Murray, Etienne Coetzee and Jessica Wagener all added 2 […]

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Ladies And Men’s League Rugby Results

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Published On :: Sun, 15 Dec 2019 13:22:30 +0000

The Bermuda Rugby Football Union’s League Season continued at the Southampton Oval. Ladies Division Police 22 Renegades 0 The Police Ladies shutout the Renegades Ladies 22 – 0 in the opener, the Police got two tries from Jo Murray, while Jessica Wagner and Kierra Smith added a try each. Teachers 15 Mariners 15 The match […]

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BRFU Mini Rugby Participants Donate Books

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Published On :: Sat, 21 Dec 2019 15:00:00 +0000

The Bermuda Rugby Football Union’s [BFRU] Mini Rugby program has continued their annual kid-to-kid giving campaign this holiday season, with Mini Rugby participants donating lightly used books to the Reading Clinic. OBRFU Youth Development Officer Patrick Calow said, “We’re really pleased to have been able to collect so many books for The Reading Clinic. It’s […]

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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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Video: “10 Most” Spotlights Rebecca Hanson

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Published On :: Thu, 21 Jan 2016 13:26:49 +0000

The “10 Most Fascinating People of Bermuda 2015″ series continues today with the third video release, featuring Rebecca Hanson, the founder of TABS Bermuda. Host Lisa Pickering introduces Ms. Hanson by saying, “From catwalks to Pharrell’s red carpet Bermuda tuxedo, the iconic Bermuda shorts is making a comeback, and riding on this wave of renewed […]

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Video: Bermuda Fashion Festival Plans Revealed

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Published On :: Wed, 23 Mar 2016 16:03:01 +0000

Planning for Bermuda Fashion Festival is well underway and this year promises to be a more “elaborate and elegant” week of fashion than ever before, with a range of international and local designers and models to be on hand. International designers who will show their couture and ready-to-wear collections include Thomas LaVone, Katerina Lankova, Bermuda’s […]

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Videos: African Rhythm Fashion Extravaganza

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Published On :: Wed, 25 May 2016 11:05:18 +0000

The first ever African Rhythm Black Expo and Fashion Show Extravaganza was staged at the Pembroke Community Club on Saturday [May 21] by the Black Collective, a group of five women. Models for the fashion show included Shoshana Williams, Damarion Stewart, Tianna DeSilva, Shatonae DeSilva [daughter of Tiona], Ebony Lightbourne, Lee Lambert, Justin Binns, Ashanti […]

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Photos & Video: Dana Cooper Fashion Designs

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Published On :: Sun, 06 Nov 2016 19:30:20 +0000

Dana Cooper was one of the designers featured at the Bermuda Fashion Collective Show held at the Bermuda Society of Arts at City Hall. According to the event programme, ”Dana Cooper® is a chic summer style collection which is printed and handmade in the U.S., and is available at luxurious stores across the U.S., Caribbean and Bermuda. Dana […]

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Photos/Video: Dean Williams Fashion Designs

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Published On :: Mon, 07 Nov 2016 02:00:54 +0000

Dean Williams was one of the designers featured at the Bermuda Fashion Collective Show held at the Bermuda Society of Arts at City Hall. According to the event programme, ”Definitions by Deane is a custom fashion design and dressmaking service for both women and men. Dean has pursued his love for fashion since 1981. He holds an Associate […]

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Photos & Video: Carla-Faye Hardtman Designs

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Published On :: Tue, 08 Nov 2016 20:50:06 +0000

Carla-Faye Hardtman was one of the designers featured at the Bermuda Fashion Collective Show held at the Bermuda Society of Arts at City Hall. According to the event programme, ”Carla-Faye Hardtman fell in love with fashion from a tender age. After attending classes at ‘Style & Fashion’ and walking in local fashion shows, she decided to pursue it […]

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Clarien Bank Welcomes Sean Moran As SVP

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

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

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Hurricane Humberto: Butterfield Closures

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Published On :: Tue, 17 Sep 2019 19:54:34 +0000

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

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Clarien Bank Resumes Normal Operations Friday

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Published On :: Thu, 19 Sep 2019 16:12:41 +0000

Clarien Bank Limited will resume all business operations post Hurricane Humberto on Friday, September 20. The Hamilton and Paget Plaza locations will open at 8:30am per normal for in-branch services. Clarien Bank Limited CEO Ian Truran commented: “Our priority is always the safety of our clients and employees. We have completed a thorough assessment of […]

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Bank Of Butterfield Decreases Loan Rates

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

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

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Bank of Bermuda Foundation: 3 New Directors

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Published On :: Mon, 30 Sep 2019 11:40:58 +0000

The Bank of Bermuda Foundation has announced the appointment of three new Directors to its Board, including Lisa Howie, Dr. Julie Dunstan, and Christa Schweizer. A spokesperson said, “Earlier this year the Foundation ran a series of advertisements looking for members of the community interested in volunteering their time and expertise towards the philanthropic work […]

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Bank Of Butterfield’s 2019 Graduate Trainees

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

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

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Butterfield Bank: October Share Repurchases

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Published On :: Wed, 06 Nov 2019 10:46:27 +0000

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

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Butterfield Bank: November Share Repurchases

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Published On :: Tue, 03 Dec 2019 13:50:36 +0000

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

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Butterfield Bank: December Share Repurchases

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Published On :: Tue, 07 Jan 2020 11:06:03 +0000

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

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Butterfield Bank: January Share Repurchases

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Published On :: Wed, 05 Feb 2020 10:55:19 +0000

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

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