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February 2020: Top 10 Bernews “Photo Of Day”

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Published On :: Sun, 01 Mar 2020 00:00:22 +0000

Aiming to provide the community with a look at Bermuda’s natural beauty each morning, Bernews features a “Photo of the Day” in our email newsletters, on social media, and in our app seven days a week. Always popular, February’s photos attracted tens of thousands of reactions across our various social media networks, and judging by the number of […]

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Photos & Video: Building Demolition In Hamilton

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Published On :: Sun, 01 Mar 2020 14:29:55 +0000

Work started this weekend on the demolition of the Valerie T. Scott building on Reid Street in Hamilton. A Government spokesperson previously said, “The Ministry of Public Works advises the public of road closures and parking restrictions in the City of Hamilton beginning this Friday, 28 February until the end of day on Sunday, 1 […]

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Photos & Video: International Women’s Day

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Published On :: Sat, 07 Mar 2020 22:04:20 +0000

The International Women’s Day Bermuda committee held an International Women’s Day celebration on Friday [March 6] at City Hall with the event featuring speakers and entertainment, while Tami Ray — Bermuda’s first female ferry pilot — received the Woman of the Year award. A spokesperson previously said, “International Women’s Day is for celebrating the achievements […]

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Photos: Pembroke Rotary Club’s Fun Fair

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Published On :: Sat, 07 Mar 2020 23:00:53 +0000

The Pembroke Rotary Club hosted their annual Children’s Fun Fair earlier today [March 7] at the St. Paul’s Church Hall in Paget. with the event featuring raffles, refreshments, a variety of games, prizes and plenty of fun for everyone. The Pembroke Rotary is a service club of volunteers, that  focus on community service with a […]

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Photos: Saltus Shavees Raise More Than $100K

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Published On :: Fri, 13 Mar 2020 19:11:48 +0000

More than 60 shavees at Saltus raised more than $100,000 today [March 13] bringing the school’s total raised for St. Baldrick’s to more than $1.7 million over the years. It was the 13th year that Saltus has taken part in the event, which raises money for research into childhood cancer, and parents joined students to […]

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Photos & Video: St. Baldrick’s Fundraiser Event

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Published On :: Sat, 14 Mar 2020 23:41:04 +0000

The St. Baldrick’s Foundation head-shaving fundraising event was held yesterday [March 13] at Docksiders, with the annual initiative seeing people shave their heads in order to raise funds for childhood cancer research. According to the event website, it raised more than $86,000; the highest raising participants were Savannah G, Sean Ramlal, and Samyiah S, while […]

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Photos: Bubbles Up Laundromat Official Opening

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Published On :: Sat, 14 Mar 2020 23:47:16 +0000

Family-owned Bubbles Up Laundromat officially opened today [March 14] at the Somerset MarketPlace Plaza, saying they “look forward to welcoming the residents of Somerset and beyond to our establishment.” Bubbles Up Laundromat is open on weekdays from 7.00am to 10.00pm, with last wash at 9.00pm, and on weekends from 6.00am to 10.00pm, with last wash […]

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Photos: BHB Sets Up Tent For Covid-19 Testing

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 16 Mar 2020 13:40:43 +0000

As part of their preparations for possible Covid-19 cases, the Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] has set up a tent in order to test processes. “The tent was set up to test our processes for separation of patients presenting with possible Covid-19. It hasn’t had to be used for actual patients yet,” a BHB spokesperson explained. […]

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March 2020: Top 10 Bernews “Photo Of Day”

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Published On :: Tue, 31 Mar 2020 10:27:04 +0000

While the island and world are facing unprecedented challenges due to the Covid-19 pandemic, one thing remains constant, the island’s beauty, and as always, Bernews features a “Photo of the Day” in our email newsletters and various social media accounts seven days a week. Always popular, March’s photos attracted tens of thousands of reactions across our various social media […]

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Video/Photos: Police & Fire Thank Hospital Staff

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 15 Apr 2020 01:23:35 +0000

The Bermuda Police Service and Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service formed a motorcade this evening [April 14] and traveled from Hamilton to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital, where they, along with a few members of the Royal Bermuda Regiment, clapped and cheered to show their appreciation for the work that hospital staff are doing to […]

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Photos: Royal Navy Helicopters Over Bermuda

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Published On :: Sat, 18 Apr 2020 14:33:19 +0000

Royal Navy aviators completed “vital reconnaissance sorties over Bermuda,” the Royal Navy said, adding that they “gathered crucial information on landing sites where humanitarian aid could be brought ashore if called for by the island’s governor in a time of need.” The report on the Royal Navy website said, “Royal Navy aviators have completed vital […]

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Photos: Drive Through Testing At Southside

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 27 Apr 2020 11:55:55 +0000

On Friday [April 24], the Government launched the drive-through testing facility at Southside, which offers free testing to essential workers, including hospital staff, health care workers, police officers, fire service officers, soldiers, prison officers, grocery staff, pharmacy staff, gas stations, utility workers, security officers, stevedores, and other essential workers. Those who wish to get tested can […]

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April 2020: Top 10 Bernews “Photo Of Day”

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 01 May 2020 10:33:26 +0000

While the island and world are facing unprecedented challenges due to the Covid-19 pandemic, one thing remains constant: the island’s beauty. As always, Bernews features a “Photo of the Day” in our email newsletters and various social media accounts seven days a week in order to continue to highlight the stunning scenes that Bermuda has to offer. Always popular, […]

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Photos, Video & Results: Caribbean Grand Prix

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 11 Dec 2019 03:05:55 +0000

The Caribbean Grand Prix Pro fitness show, with the IFFB Pro qualifier was held in the Ruth Seaton James Auditorium on Saturday [Dec 7] at CedarBridge Academy. There was a Fitness Expo held throughout the day, with prejudging starting in the morning and the main event competition getting underway at 5.00pm. Our first set of […]

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Photos/Results: Friendship/Shield Football Action

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Published On :: Thu, 12 Dec 2019 11:51:33 +0000

Devonshire Colts, Vasco, St. David’s, Robin Hood, Somerset Eagles, Southampton Rangers, and Devonshire Cougars all claimed victories in this weekend’s Shield & Friendship football action. Shield: Devonshire Colts 1 [4] St. George’s Colts 1 [3] At the Devonshire Recreation Club, Devonshire Colts advanced to the Semi-Finals following a 4 – 3 win on Kicks from […]

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Photos: Mariners Defeat The Rest On Spirit Day

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Published On :: Fri, 27 Dec 2019 10:26:23 +0000

Mariners Spirit Day started under sunny blustery skies with a good crowd present at the Warwick Academy School Field. The Mariners took on The Rest, with the Mariners picking up the 21 – 14 win. Dustin Archibald powered over from 2 meters out, and when Jamie Hodgkins converted it gave the Mariners a 7 – […]

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Photos: Runners Compete At CARIFTA Qualifier

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Published On :: Sun, 05 Jan 2020 14:21:51 +0000

[Updated with photos] The Bermuda National Athletic Association hosted their first track meet of the year at the National Sports Center this weekend. The meet was the final one before the track is closed before being replaced, and served as a qualifier for the upcoming Carifta Games with three athletes meeting the standard. During the […]

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Photos: Goslings To Fairmont Southampton Race

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Published On :: Mon, 13 Jan 2020 13:18:56 +0000

[Updated with PDF & photos] Dennis Mbelenzi and Deon Breary were crowned the Goslings to Fairmont Southampton champions after racing on Sunday morning. Mbelenzi clocked a winning time of 41.20, with Domico Watson second in 42.51, while Tom Mills finished third stopping the clock on a time of 43.51. Breary won in a time of 49.52, […]

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Photos & Results: Bermuda Field Hockey League

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Published On :: Tue, 14 Jan 2020 00:00:35 +0000

[Updated with photos] The Bermuda Field Hockey Federations League season recently resumed with 14 goals scored in a triple header. Sandpipers 0 – Pink Robins 5 The Pink Robins defeated the Sandpipers 5 – 0. The Pink Robins got two goals from Joanna Heaney, while Emma Ranger, Bella Boonstra, and Laura Burt all added a goal each. […]

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Photo Set II: Annual Pedal For Paralympics

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Published On :: Thu, 16 Jan 2020 13:07:15 +0000

Over 90 riders teamed up with the Bermuda Paralympic Association as a fundraising cycling event saw participants ride from Dockyard to Ferry Reach Park, with the ‘Pedal for Paralympics’ event serving to assist in raising funds for the island’s para-athletes The cyclists were joined along the causeway by Paralympian Jessica Lewis, and also present at the […]

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Photos & Videos: Fight Night Champion Weigh In

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Published On :: Sat, 18 Jan 2020 01:15:39 +0000

This evening [Jan 17], Bermuda’s Nikki Bascome and his opponent Ryan Oliver from England’s were officially weighed in ahead of their match at the Epic Entertainment Fight Night Champion boxing event, which is set to take place on Saturday [Jan 18] at the Fairmont Southampton. In addition to the main event, a host of other […]

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Photos & Results: Bermuda Field Hockey

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Published On :: Mon, 20 Jan 2020 12:36:24 +0000

[Updated with photos] A total of 15 goals were scored at the National Sports Center in Bermuda Field Hockey action. Men’s Blue Team 2 Men’s White team 2 This match ended in a 2 – 2 draw. The Men’s Blue Team got single goals from Matt Spencer and Alex Godet, while Gary Tavares and Jack […]

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Photos/Results: Marsden Memorial Match Day

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Published On :: Mon, 20 Jan 2020 12:54:14 +0000

[Updated with photos] The Marsden Memorial Match Day took place at the National Sports Center, with a total of 118 points put on the board in four matches. Women: The Renegades Ladies defeated the Teachers Ladies 41 – 0. The Renegades Ladies got three tries from Amy Harvey, while Elaine McHugh scored twice. Sarah Maybury […]

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Photos, Videos & Results: Butterfield & Vallis 5K

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Published On :: Sun, 26 Jan 2020 22:30:22 +0000

[Updated with full results & photos] The Butterfield & Vallis road race was held today [Jan 26], with Lamont Marshall and Gayle Lindsay racing to victory in the 5K, with the morning also including races for junior runners, free giveaways, prizes and more. The races kicked off at 8.30am with a 1k race for lower […]

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Photos & Results: Bermuda Karting Club Races

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Published On :: Mon, 27 Jan 2020 11:14:12 +0000

The Bermuda Karting Club race season resumed at the Southside Motor Sports Park in the east end this weekend. Stephen Corrado won all three races in the Tag Senior Class, while Travis Lewis won all three races in the L206 Masters Class. The L206 Senior Class saw Jason North won two of the three races, […]

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Photos, Video, Results: BRFU Weekend Matches

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Published On :: Mon, 27 Jan 2020 13:08:47 +0000

[Updated with photos] The Bermuda Rugby Football Union’s League season resumed with matches taking place at the National Sports Center. Women’s Division Renegades 17 Police 12 The Renegades Ladies defeated the Police Ladies 17 – 12, the Renegades got 2 tries from Sarah Maybury, while Jackie Oliver added the other, Laura Mulligan kicked a conversion. […]

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Photos: Bermuda Sailors In World Series In Miami

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Published On :: Tue, 28 Jan 2020 00:00:48 +0000

Sailors Benn Smith and Rockal Evans represented Bermuda in the recently concluded Hempel World Cup Series 2020 in Miami, which saw hundreds of sailors from around the world take part in the 470, RS:X, Laser, Laser Radial and Finn fleets. Evans finished in 10th place overall in the Finn class, while Smith finished 15th overall […]

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Photos & Video: Work Underway On NSC Track

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Published On :: Thu, 30 Jan 2020 19:26:14 +0000

Contractors have started prepping and applying the polyurethane levelling material to the surface of the 400-metre running track at the National Sports Centre. The original track was laid in 2001/2002 and has fallen into disrepair and with the NSC due to host the Carifta Games in April, a decision was made to have it resurfaced. […]

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Photos: BNA Who’s Who & Fast Five Tournaments

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Published On :: Sun, 02 Feb 2020 13:21:16 +0000

[Updated with photos] The Bermuda Netball Association’s Under 11 Who’s Who Tournament and the Seniors Fast Five Tournament was held at the Bernards Park. Under 11 Who’s Who The youngsters had to pick sticks to see what position they would play. The first game saw Storm Lightning and Storm Thunder end in a tie 2-2 […]

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Photos/Results: Premier & First Division Football

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Published On :: Mon, 03 Feb 2020 12:42:17 +0000

[Updated with photos] Footballers in both the First Division and Premier Division were in action this past weekend, with the PHC Zebras, X-Roads, Boulevard Blazers, St. David’s, Devonshire Colts, and St. George’s Colts all earning wins, while the North Village Rams and Robin Hood played to a draw and two other matches were cancelled. Premier […]

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Photos & Results: Basketball Winter League

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Published On :: Tue, 04 Feb 2020 11:38:29 +0000

[Updated with photos] A total of 181 points were scored in a Bermuda Basketball Association Winter League double header inside the CedarBridge Academy Gymnasium. The first game saw the Pembroke Skyforce defeat the Hamilton Parish Rockets 53 – 50. The Pembroke Skyforce were led by Jason Lowe who had a double-double; he scored 19 points, […]

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Photos & Results: Ed Sherlock 8K Road Race

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Published On :: Mon, 10 Feb 2020 10:52:57 +0000

[Updated with photos] Sean Trott and Gayle Lindsay raced to victory in the 2020 Ed Sherlock 8K road race this weekend. Trott led from start to finish clocking a time of 28:03, Tom Mills was second in a time of 29:39 and Kwame Curling crossed the line third with a time of 29:46. Lindsay was the […]

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Photos & Results: Bermuda Field Hockey

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Published On :: Tue, 11 Feb 2020 10:15:37 +0000

[Updated with photos] In the lone Bermuda Field Hockey Federation match of the weekend, which saw the Hawks take on the Canaries, only one goal was scored. The lone goal of the game came in the 15th minute off the stick of Rory Pollett for the Hawks to record a 1 – 0 win over […]

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Photos, Video & Results: Bermuda Field Hockey

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Published On :: Mon, 17 Feb 2020 12:17:57 +0000

[Updated with video & photos] The Bermuda Field Hockey League season resumed at the National Sports Center with a double-header that produced 9 goals. Pink Robins 0 Griffins 0 In the opening match of the day, the Pink Robins and Griffins played to a scoreless draw. Sandpipers 1 Dragons 8 In the second match, the […]

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Photos: Fat Tire Massive Race At Hog Bay Park

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Published On :: Mon, 17 Feb 2020 12:27:18 +0000

[Updated with photos] 56 racers competed during the Fat Tire Massive Mountain Bike Series at Hog Bay Park this weekend. A spokesperson said, “Under clearing skies, Hog Bay park hosted 56 racers in the second last points race for the Fat Tire Massive Mountain Bike Series. With only one race to go, several positions are […]

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Photos, Video & Results: Futsal Mini-League

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Published On :: Mon, 17 Feb 2020 12:59:18 +0000

[Updated with video & photos] Futsal Mini-League action recently resumed in the CedarBridge Academy gymnasium, with the second week seeing a total of 31 goals scored. The Red team defeated the Navy team 2 – 0. The Red team got single strikes from Harlem Bean-Fox and Jamarion Dill. Jayshun Headlum and Xenai Savery scored a goal […]

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Photos, Video & Results: Star Dust Stables Event

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Published On :: Sun, 23 Feb 2020 17:00:26 +0000

[Updated with photos] The Bermuda Equestrian Federation Star Dust Stables event took place at the National Equestrian Center on Vesey Street. Tyler James and Happy Feet won the 0.75m Pony Jumping Class, after clocking a Clear Round Jump Off time of 31.90, Courtney Sims and Mr. Rainman finished second with a Clear Round Jump Off […]

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Photos, Video & Results: Bermuda Karting Club

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Published On :: Mon, 24 Feb 2020 12:57:21 +0000

[Updated with photos] The Bermuda Karting Club race season resumed at the Southside Motor Sports Park in the east end. Stephen Corrado won all three races in the Tag Senior Class, while Travis Lewis won all three races in the L206 Masters Class. The L206 Senior Class saw three different drivers take the checkered flag. […]

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Photos & Results: Bermuda Netball League

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Published On :: Tue, 25 Feb 2020 18:00:22 +0000

[Updated with photos] A lone Bermuda Netball Association Senior League make-up match recently took place at Bernard Park, with 105 goals scored. Phoenix Heat 70 – Docksiders 35 The Phoenix Heat doubled up the score on the Docksiders as they picked up a 70 – 35 win. Danielle Raynor led the Phoenix Heat to victory […]

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Photos, Video & Results: Ball Hockey League

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 27 Feb 2020 23:00:47 +0000

[Updated with photos] Only 8 goals were scored in the double-header at the PCC Hockey Rink in Bermuda Ball Hockey action. Quad City Mallards 1 Manitoba Moose 2 The opener on the night was a low scoring affair, with the Manitoba Moose edging the Quad City Mallards 2 – 1. The Manitoba Moose took the […]

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Photos & Results: Futsal Mini-League Week Four

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Published On :: Mon, 02 Mar 2020 12:13:57 +0000

[Updated with photos] Futsal Mini-League action recently resumed inside the CedarBridge Academy gymnasium, with fans witnessing a total of 52 goals during play. Red 4 – Grey 2 Harlem Bean-Fox scored twice to lead the Red team to a 4 – 2 win over the Grey team. Amir Johnson and Rajee Knight added a goal […]

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Photos & Results: Bermuda Field Hockey League

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Published On :: Mon, 02 Mar 2020 12:30:45 +0000

[Updated with photos] A total of 8 goals were scored in the latest round of Bermuda Field Hockey action at the National Sports Center. Canaries 0 Budgies 1 This match saw a stoppage due to high winds and rain, with debris blowing across the pitch, and the lone goal of this game came in the […]

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Photos, Video, Results: Round Grounds Race

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Published On :: Sun, 08 Mar 2020 23:17:05 +0000

[Updated with results] The KPMG Round the Grounds Race took place at the Botanical Gardens this afternoon [March 8] with young runners showcasing their athletic skills. The age groups started from 4-year-olds who ran the 400-meter course ranging up to teenagers who raced a longer course, with all racers receiving a participation medal following their race. […]

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Photos, Video & Results: Bermuda Karting Race

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Published On :: Mon, 09 Mar 2020 11:34:54 +0000

[Updated with photos] The Bermuda Karting Club race season resumed at the Southside Motor Sports Park in the east end this weekend. Stephen Corrado won all three races in the Tag Senior Class, while Travis Lewis won all three races in the L206 Masters Class. The L206 Senior Class saw two drivers take the checkered […]

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Photos, Video & Results: Bermuda Field Hockey

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Published On :: Mon, 09 Mar 2020 12:01:04 +0000

[Updated with photos] A Bermuda Field Hockey triple header took place at the National Sports Center. Ravens 1 Griffins 1 The Ravens and Griffins played to a 1 – 1 draw, the Griffins took the lead in the 9th minute when Jack Finlay scored a Field Goal, but Petal Toby would equalize from a Penalty […]

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Photos/Results: KPMG Round The Grounds Race

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Published On :: Wed, 11 Mar 2020 17:31:36 +0000

The 2020 KPMG Round the Grounds Races took place at the Botanical Gardens. Eoghab Homan won the Boys and Girls 13-16 Years Old Division with a time of 5:20.00, Nico Davis was second in a time of 5:29.80 and Jasmin Hasselkuss finished third with a time of 5:38.57. During the Boys and Girls 11-12 Years […]

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Scott Gunter Appointed CEO Of AXA XL

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 20 Feb 2020 17:00:34 +0000

AXA announced the appointment of Scott Gunter, previously Senior Vice President of Chubb Group and President of Chubb’s North America Commercial Insurance division, as CEO of AXA XL. He will replace Greg Hendrick, who has decided to pursue other opportunities outside the Group, and will join AXA’s Management Committee, reporting to Thomas Buberl, CEO of […]

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AXA XL Promotes Carla Whitehurst

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 23 Apr 2020 21:27:48 +0000

AXA XL today announced that Carla Whitehurst has been promoted to the new role of Head of Legal Bermuda. Ms. Whitehurst, formerly Senior Vice President, Associate General Counsel, is an attorney licensed to practice law in Bermuda, Maryland, and Jamaica. In her new role, Ms. Whitehurst is responsible for leading the coordination of all legal […]

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BILTIR Appoint Natasha Scotland Courcy

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Published On :: Tue, 28 Apr 2020 12:54:52 +0000

Bermuda International Long Term Insurers and Reinsurers [BILTIR] has appointed Natasha Scotland Courcy to its Board of Directors. A spokesperson said, “Mrs Scotland Courcy is Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Co-Chief Operating Officer at Athene Life Re Ltd., a leading global life reinsurer established in 2009. “In addition to her supervisory role over the […]

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Photos, Video & Results: Fat Tire Massive Race 4

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Published On :: Mon, 27 Jan 2020 12:46:29 +0000

[Updated with photos] Over 90 mountain bike enthusiasts took part in the Fat Tire Massive Race 4 at Southlands, with Alexander Miller claiming first place in the Open 60 class. Rounding out the top five was visiting Canadian Jeff Currie, who took second place, Alan Potts in third, Cameron Morris in fourth, and Moses Johnson […]

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