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International Gig Regatta Kicks Off On Oct 21st

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Published On :: Thu, 11 Oct 2018 10:05:19 +0000

Gig rowers from the UK, US, and Bermuda will take to the waters of Bermuda for three days of racing on October 21st, 25th and 27th during the Argus International Gig Regatta, and all of the events are free for spectators. Schedule Saturday, October 20 – Welcome Party, 6:00pm, World Heritage Centre, St. George’s Sunday, […]

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Photos: BDA International Gig Regatta Underway

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Published On :: Mon, 22 Oct 2018 13:12:31 +0000

[Updated with photos] The Bermuda Pilot Gig Club hosted the Argus International Gig Regatta in the St. George’s Harbour. Spectators lined the Ordnance Island shoreline trying to get a glimpse of the rowers as they made their way to the finish line. The Salty Sirens from Bermuda took the Ladies Honors for the day, with […]

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Argus International Gig Regatta Results

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Published On :: Sun, 28 Oct 2018 22:52:59 +0000

The Argus International Gig Regatta saw seventeen pilot gig crews rowing against each other at three events held around the island over the past week. This is the Bermuda Pilot Gig Club’s second international rowing regatta and they said they would like to thank all of the sponsors, community supporters, BPGC members, and the volunteers […]

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New Cookbook Of Bermuda Vegan Recipes

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Published On :: Tue, 17 Sep 2019 23:00:49 +0000

The Economist magazine has named 2019 as the Year of the Vegan but for one Bermudian, it has been a lifestyle choice for many years. Ilona Perry has been a vegetarian off and on since she was 13-years-old, and a vegan off and on for over ten years. “I am as vegan as I can […]

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Cricket: Uganda Defeat Bermuda By 7 Wickets

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Published On :: Fri, 06 Dec 2019 14:19:45 +0000

[Updated with video] The Bermuda cricket team took on Uganda in  their second Cricket Challenge League B match in Oman, with Uganda winning by seven wickets. Tre Manders was the top scorer with his second half century of the tournament scoring 59, Manders hit 5 fours in his 99 ball stay at the crease, while […]

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Video: T20 Organisers Highlight Bermuda Team

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Published On :: Fri, 18 Oct 2019 10:05:05 +0000

The T20 World Cup organisers have highlighted the Bermuda cricket team ahead of the T20 World Cup Qualifier. The video description says, “With the 2019 ICC – T20 World Cup Qualifier fast approaching, let us look at some of the most memorable names in the Bermuda Cricket Squad.” Related Stories Video: Scotland Sets Surrey On […]

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Photos/Video: Sports Bermuda Magazine Awards

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Published On :: Mon, 18 Nov 2019 14:02:49 +0000

The second annual Sports Bermuda Magazine Awards was held yesterday [Nov 17] at the Ruth Seaton James Center for the Performing Arts at CedarBridge Academy in Devonshire, with a number of the island’s sporting figures honoured for their contributions. The 3-hour live video replay is below: The list of awardees included: Sport Bermuda Magazine Awards […]

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Videos: Police Duckett Memorial Rugby Games

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Published On :: Sun, 12 Jan 2020 22:38:50 +0000

The annual Police Rugby Duckett Memorial matches were held on Saturday [Jan 11] at the National Sports Center. The organisers previously explained, “The annual games are played in memory of George Duckett, a former Commissioner of Police who was assassinated in 1972. “Duckett was a popular, larger than life Commissioner who had a commanding presence […]

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Video: Carifta Games Postponed Due To Covid19

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Published On :: Fri, 13 Mar 2020 13:01:16 +0000

[Updated] Minister of Labour, Community Affairs and Sports Lovitta Foggo and Bermuda National Athletics Association [BNAA] president Donna Raynor are holding a press conference this morning [March 13] about the Carifta Games. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update 10.29am: We will have more details […]

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27 Nations Set For Carifta Games In Bermuda

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Published On :: Thu, 06 Feb 2020 21:45:14 +0000

Local organisers have received the preliminary entries for the 2020 Carifta Games, and said that based on the entries at this time, 27 countries will be competing, with some 603 athletes and 119 coaches set to take part in the Games. Bermuda National Athletics Association President Donna Raynor said, “The BNAA and the Carifta Games […]

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Minister: Bermuda Gears Up For Carifta Games

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Published On :: Sat, 29 Feb 2020 13:06:09 +0000

“I would encourage those who haven’t already gotten their tickets to go online to Carifta 2020 Bermuda and get your tickets,” Minister of Labour, Community Affairs and Sports Lovitta Foggo said in the House of Assembly, as she urged people to come out and support our athletes. Minister Foggo said, “In just 41 days Bermuda […]

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Antigua & Barbuda Withdraw From Carifta Games

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Published On :: Thu, 12 Mar 2020 12:20:16 +0000

[Updated] Citing concerns related to the worldwide spread of Covid-19, Antigua and Barbuda have reportedly withdrawn from the Carifta Games, which are scheduled to be held in Bermuda next month. The report from the Antigua Observer said, “Minister of Sports Daryll Matthew has confirmed the government’s decision to pull out of April’s Carifta Games in Bermuda […]

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Bermuda Runners Compete In Las Vegas 5K

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Published On :: Sun, 17 Nov 2019 18:00:03 +0000

Seven Bermuda runners joined thousands of runners from the United States and around the world as they took part in the Humana Rock ‘n’ Roll 5K in Las Vegas. Cal Steede clocked a time of 30:42 to finish 1388th overall, while Mayberline Black finished 1602nd stopping the clock with a time of 31:30. With a […]

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Runners Compete In Las Vegas Marathon, 10K

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Published On :: Mon, 18 Nov 2019 19:00:06 +0000

Seven Bermuda runners took to the streets of Las Vegas, three of them competed in the Humana Rock ‘n’ Roll Las Vegas Half Marathon, while the other four competed in the Humana Rock ‘n’ Roll Las Vegas 10K. Eddie Butterfield was the first of the Bermuda runners to cross the line in the Humana Rock […]

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EY Staff Gain Anti-Money Laundering Certification

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Published On :: Thu, 14 Nov 2019 01:47:55 +0000

Recently, over 30 EY professionals from the EY Region of the Bahamas, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands and Cayman Islands received the prestigious Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist [CAMS®] credential from the Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists® [ACAMS®]. A spokesperson said, “Recipients included Partners, Principals, Executive Directors and Directors at EY across Assurance, Advisory, Tax and […]

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Over 250 Delegates Attend Insurance Summit

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Published On :: Fri, 08 Nov 2019 19:49:53 +0000

Bermuda’s role on the world stage was celebrated at the PwC Insurance Summit, presented by the Financial Times on Thursday [Nov 7] at the Hamilton Princess. Now in its 14th year, the island’s premier insurance forum was presented by the Financial Times and two of its leading journalists along with PwC insurance leaders. Over 250 […]

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BILTIR, BDA To Showcase Bermuda In Las Vegas

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Published On :: Wed, 26 Feb 2020 12:41:46 +0000

Bermuda International Long Term Insurers and Reinsurers [BILTIR] and the Bermuda Business Development Agency [BDA] are hosting a lounge at one of the world’s leading life re/insurance conferences to showcase the island’s expertise in the sector. BILTIR – which represents 61 long-term insurance, reinsurance and servicing companies who provide life and annuity products – and […]

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Photos: Bermuda Flag Football Games

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Published On :: Thu, 05 Sep 2019 10:04:01 +0000

The Bermuda Flag Football League Season got underway on the T.N. Tatem Middle School Field recently, with a total of 18 points put on the board in a single match as the Punishers took on the Renegades to get the season started. The Punishers defeated the Renegades 12 – 6, with Jared Jimenez leading the […]

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Bermuda Flag Football: Renegades, Squad Win

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Published On :: Mon, 23 Sep 2019 10:13:46 +0000

The Bermuda Flag Football League season resumed at the TN Tatem Middle School Field, with a total of 82 points scored in a double header. The Renegades went down 13 – 12 to the Punishers, Player of the game for Renegades was Matt Kielo, who had 1 passing Touchdown, 2 Sacks and 2 Interceptions, the […]

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NFL’s Cincinnati Bengals Sign Devwah Whaley

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Published On :: Tue, 28 Apr 2020 12:48:13 +0000

Devwah Whaley has been signed to the National Football League’s Cincinnati Bengals after being picked up as an unrestricted free agent. A Stabroek News story said, “Devwah Whaley, a 22-year-old Bermudian, has been given the chance to realise his dream of playing in America’s National Football League [NFL] after being signed by the Cincinnati Bengals, […]

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Garden Club Of Bermuda To Host Fundraiser

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Published On :: Fri, 15 Nov 2019 14:28:01 +0000

The Garden Club of Bermuda will be hosting a fundraising event on Saturday, November 23, from 10.00am to 3.00pm. Admission is $20 for adults, $10 for students aged 10-18, and free for children below 10. A spokesperson said, “The Garden Club of Bermuda Open House & Gardens at Palm Grove will be held on Saturday, […]

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Photos: Garden Club Of Bermuda Fundraiser

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Published On :: Sun, 24 Nov 2019 02:03:03 +0000

The Garden Club of Bermuda hosted an Open House & Gardens fundraising event at Palm Grove in Devonshire today [Nov 23]. Proceeds from the event goes towards The Garden Club’s Skills Development Program, which is administered with the Parks Department, allowing young Bermudians to gain hands-on training in the field of horticulture. There was an […]

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Magazine Features Mother/Daughter Floral Art

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Published On :: Sat, 02 May 2020 10:46:10 +0000

Nicky Gurret and Camille Chin-Gurret’s floral art has been featured in the Summer edition of the magazine ‘The Floral Arranger,’ one of the world’s leading magazines for flower arrangers. This is the third time Ms. Gurret has had her floral art featured in the magazine, with this feature highlighting the exhibit the pair did for […]

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Tempest Bistro Veganuary Dinner On January 31

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Published On :: Thu, 30 Jan 2020 00:00:42 +0000

[Written by Mikaela Ian Pearman] Tempest Bistro will be ending January out on a healthy, but delicious note with its annual Veganuary dinner. The event premiered last year and was completely sold out. The chefs presented such an innovative, delicious vegan feast that the restaurant knew they had to do it again. Veganuary will be […]

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FryDays To Open Gaming Lounge On Sunday

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Published On :: Sun, 16 Feb 2020 02:33:47 +0000

FryDays will be holding the grand opening of their new gaming lounge tomorrow [Feb 16] from 11.00am to 5.00pm. A spokesperson said, “Are you celebrating a birthday? Are you looking for a party venue? FryDays, upstairs in the Bermudiana Arcade in Hamilton, has created an interactive entertainment venue for hosting epic parties that will create […]

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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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Red Hind Aggregation Areas Open For Fishing

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Published On :: Thu, 15 Aug 2019 15:36:24 +0000

The Red Hind aggregation areas within the seasonally protected areas will be open to fishing from today [Aug 15]. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Home Affairs wishes to advise the public that the Red Hind aggregation areas within the seasonally protected areas will be open to fishing from today [15 August, 2019]. “However, […]

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Barnes Has Impressive Start In Las Vegas

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Published On :: Sat, 23 Nov 2019 13:53:06 +0000

Bermuda’s Scott Barnes began competing in the SuperKarts USA Super Nationals in Las Vegas. During the G1/G2::3G Kart Racing/AiM Sports Class Heat One which saw 21 karts take to the track, Barnes finished 6th completing the 12 laps. Barnes took to the track again to compete in the G2::3G Kart Racing/AiM Sports Class Second Heat […]

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Barnes Continues Competing In Las Vegas

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Published On :: Sun, 24 Nov 2019 13:51:57 +0000

Scott Barnes continued competing in the SuperKarts USA Super Nationals in Las Vegas. Barnes was one of 21 competitors on the track during the G1/G2::3G Kart Racing/AiM Sports Class Heat Three where he crossed the line 9th after 12 laps; with a fastest lap time of 43.661 which came during his 11th lap. Related Stories Videos: […]

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Karting: Scott Barnes Finishes 6th In Las Vegas

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Published On :: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 19:00:45 +0000

Scott Barnes recently concluded competing in the SuperKarts USA Super Nationals in Las Vegas. Barnes advanced to Super Sunday in the G1/G2:3G Kart Racing/AiM Sports Class. He finished sixth in a very close finish that could have seen any one of places third to seventh change in the end. Mr. Barnes said, “I was so […]

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Minister On 6 Megawatt Solar Farm Progress

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Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 21:32:52 +0000

[Ministerial statement by Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban] Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to report to this Honourable House on the progress of the 6 megawatt solar farm at the LF Wade International Airport. Just last week, the Regulatory Authority awarded an operating license to the developers of the project, Saturn Solar Bermuda 1, […]

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BUEI To Screen “The Biggest Little Farm” Again

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Published On :: Fri, 08 Nov 2019 13:00:51 +0000

The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute will present the 6th showing of “The Biggest Little Farm” on Sunday [Nov 10] at 5.15pm in the Tradewinds Theatre at BUEI. The event poster says, “The Biggest Little Far follows two dreamers and a dog on an odyssey to bring harmony to both their lives and the land. Trailer […]

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Investigation Continues Into Robbery & Attack

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Published On :: Mon, 17 Jun 2019 21:59:16 +0000

The police continue to investigate the appalling incident in which a grown man brandished a knife and robbed a mother and her child, punching the 13-year-old son who bravely intervened to assist his mother. A police spokesperson said, “A mother, said to be a 32-year-old Paget woman and her son, said to be a 13-year-old […]

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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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Thomas Gallagher Elected Chairman Of BSX

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 21 Feb 2020 23:51:16 +0000

The Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX] has announced that Chairman and CEO Thomas P. Gallagher of Miami International Holdings [MIH] – the parent holding company of the MIAX Exchange Group and majority stock owner of the BSX – has been elected Chairman of the Council [Board of Directors] of the BSX. Outgoing Chairman David A. Brown […]

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Walkers Announces Addition Of Adam Bathgate

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Published On :: Tue, 07 Apr 2020 09:35:18 +0000

Walkers [Bermuda] Limited has announced that Adam Bathgate has joined the firm as a partner in the Corporate, Finance, Funds & Insurance Group. A spokesperson said, “Adam started his career with Clifford Chance and was part of its leveraged finance group in London and Munich before spending eight years in the Cayman Islands, where his […]

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Four Games Played In Bermuda Snooker League

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Published On :: Thu, 14 Feb 2019 19:00:03 +0000

Four more matches were played across the island in Bermuda Snooker League play, two games were decided by a single point, while the other two were won by three points. Sandys Boat Club One 4 Warwick Workman’s Club One 1 Sandy’s Boat Club number One team defeated Warwick Workman’s Club One 4 – 1 at […]

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Four Games Played In Bermuda Snooker League

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Published On :: Fri, 22 Feb 2019 15:23:13 +0000

Four more matches were played across the island in Bermuda Snooker League play, with three games decided by a single point, while the other won won by a clean sweep. Sandys Boat Club One 5 – Warwick Workman’s Club Two 0 The opening two matches of this encounter saw the two players who represented Bermuda at the […]

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Four Games Played In Bermuda Snooker League

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Published On :: Thu, 28 Feb 2019 11:24:28 +0000

The Bermuda Snooker League season resumed with four more games taking place. Sandys Boat Club One 3 Spanish Point Boat Club Two 2 Sandys Boat Club traveled to the Spanish Point Boat Club and defeated the home team 3 – 2. Paul Fedden gave Sandys Boat Club a 2 – 0 lead when he defeated […]

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Four Games Played In Bermuda Snooker League

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Published On :: Thu, 21 Mar 2019 12:19:05 +0000

Four matches recently took place in Bermuda Snooker League action across the island. Watford Sports Club 5 – Warwick Workmen’s Club Two 0 Watford Sports Club dominated Warwick Workmen’s Club Two at the Watford Sports Club, resulting in a 5 – 0 win. Winslow Smith gave Watford Sports Club a 2 – 0 lead after […]

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3 Games Played In Bermuda Snooker League

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Published On :: Wed, 11 Dec 2019 00:00:59 +0000

Three matches recently took place in Bermuda Snooker League action, with Sandys Boat Club One, Spanish Boat Club One, and Warwick Workmen’s Club One picking up wins. Sandys Boat Club One 4 – RAA 1 Kyle Williams from RAA defeated Peter Bromby 52-48. Sandys Boat Club One took a 2 – 1 lead after Martin Siese defeated […]

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Four Games Played In Bermuda Snooker League

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Published On :: Fri, 24 Jan 2020 11:47:48 +0000

Four matches recently took place in Bermuda Snooker League action, with Spanish Point Boat Club Two, Watford Sports Club, Sandys Boat Club One, and Warwick Workman’s Club Two picking up wins. RAA Club 1 Spanish Point Boat Club Two 4 Scott Barnes opened the scoring for Spanish Point when he defeated RAA’s Kyle Williams in […]

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Four Games Played In Bermuda Snooker League

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Published On :: Fri, 13 Mar 2020 11:39:42 +0000

The Bermuda Snooker League season recently resumed, with four matches played. Sandys Boat Club One 3 – Warwick Workman’s Club One 2 Martin Siese gave Sandys an early lead when he defeated Warwick’s Gary Bascombe 62-50. Paul Fedden increased that lead in the second game with a convincing win over Warwick’s Richard Burton by 67-29. […]

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Black Pony Gallery Features Gherdai Hassell

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Published On :: Fri, 17 Jan 2020 12:45:31 +0000

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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Bermuda Biennial Opens At National Gallery

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Published On :: Wed, 11 Mar 2020 10:40:50 +0000

The 2020 Bermuda Biennial opened to the public on Saturday [March 7], with the exhibition to run until September. A spokesperson said, “The 2020 Bermuda Biennial opened to the public on Saturday, March 7. The exhibition, sponsored by Bacardi Limited, is a key platform for the contemporary art scene in Bermuda. Started in 1994 by […]

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BNG Postpones ARTReach For Education Gala

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Published On :: Mon, 16 Mar 2020 13:15:13 +0000

The Bermuda National Gallery has postponed the ARTReach for Education Gala, which was scheduled for March 21. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda National Gallery’s ARTReach for Education Gala, sponsored by Randall & Quilter, which was scheduled for March 21, has been postponed in line with government recommendations amid growing concerns surrounding the spread of novel […]

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Black Pony Gallery Highlights Artist From Azores

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Published On :: Thu, 09 Apr 2020 14:45:22 +0000

Black Pony Gallery is getting set to open an online exhibition tomorrow [April 10] showcasing works by artist Leonor Almeida Pereira, a mixed media artist currently living in São Miguel Island, the Azores. Curator Lisa Howie said, “Black Pony Gallery aims to represent talented contemporary artists from the Atlantic World, starting with Bermuda and extending […]

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Black Pony Gallery Features Richard E Sutton

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Published On :: Sun, 03 May 2020 12:13:50 +0000

Black Pony Gallery has announced the inclusion of local artist Richard Edson Sutton, an artist and art educator based in Bermuda. Curator Lisa Howie said, “As a child he resided in several Caribbean Islands before moving to New York City where he experienced a culture shock. “In the US, he was struck by the systems […]

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Police Warn Again About Social Media Scams

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Published On :: Fri, 06 Sep 2019 12:22:41 +0000

The Bermuda Police Service is once again reminding residents to “remain vigilant regarding social media scams.” A police spokesperson said, “Once such scam currently in circulation is the mystery shopper scam, where local Facebook users are offered employment as a secret shopper and enticed by the opportunity of earning thousands of dollars simply by accepting […]

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