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Bermuda Retains Jumping Challenge Title

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Published On :: Thu, 12 Dec 2019 14:00:52 +0000

The 2019 Caribbean Equestrian Association’s Regional Jumping Challenge [CEA RJC] recently came to a successful conclusion for Bermuda’s show jumping riders. A spokesperson said, “For the fourth consecutive year, the Bermuda team has secured the top place against other participating Caribbean countries. “In addition to winning the Team Country division, Bermuda riders also captured the […]

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Sexual Harassment Prevention Training Offered

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Published On :: Wed, 06 Nov 2019 10:45:34 +0000

Sompo International Holdings has partnered with Traliant to offer discounted sexual harassment prevention training to Sompo International’s qualified commercial management liability clients. The company said, “Sompo International Holdings Ltd., a Bermuda-based specialty provider of property and casualty insurance and reinsurance, has partnered with Traliant, a provider of award-winning compliance training, to offer discounted sexual harassment […]

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White Mountains Reports Third Quarter Results

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Published On :: Wed, 06 Nov 2019 13:38:38 +0000

White Mountains Insurance Group, Ltd. reported book value per share of $1,003 and adjusted book value per share of $1,005 as of September 30, 2019. Book value per share and adjusted book value per share both increased 2% in the third quarter of 2019. Book value per share and adjusted book value per share increased […]

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NAIC Grants Bermuda Reciprocal Jurisdiction

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Published On :: Tue, 10 Dec 2019 18:12:29 +0000

The National Association of Insurance Commissioners [NAIC] has announced that Bermuda has been granted Reciprocal Jurisdiction status effective January 1, 2020, while also approving the island as a Qualified Jurisdiction. A spokesperson said, “The National Association of Insurance Commissioners announced today that Bermuda has been granted Reciprocal Jurisdiction status effective 1 January 2020. Additionally, the […]

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Minister On NAIC Reciprocal Jurisdiction Status

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Published On :: Fri, 13 Dec 2019 16:00:40 +0000

NAIC announced that Bermuda has been granted Reciprocal Jurisdiction status and has also approved Bermuda as a Qualified Jurisdiction, Minister of Finance Curtis Dickinson said in the House of Assembly today [Dec 13]. The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to be able to provide the House of Assembly with an […]

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White Mountains Reports Fourth Quarter Results

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Published On :: Thu, 06 Feb 2020 10:31:44 +0000

White Mountains Insurance Group, Ltd. reported book value per share of $1,024 and adjusted book value per share of $1,018 as of December 31, 2019. Book value per share and adjusted book value per share increased 2% and 1% in the fourth quarter of 2019. Book value per share and adjusted book value per share […]

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Fidelis Raises $300 Million Of Equity Capital

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Published On :: Wed, 12 Feb 2020 10:47:14 +0000

Fidelis Insurance Holdings Limited said it “has raised approximately $300 million of equity capital from a combination of its existing shareholders and a wholly owned subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority [ADIA], in order to support Fidelis’ further growth.” “Fidelis is a leading insurance and reinsurance business, operating a Four Pillar strategy across Bespoke, […]

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Pensions To Be Paid, Cheques Delivered

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Published On :: Thu, 02 Apr 2020 21:19:59 +0000

Pension benefits automatically paid by direct bank deposit will still be made next week as normal and pension cheques will be processed and delivered by mail tomorrow before the island wide lockdown takes place on Saturday morning. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Social Insurance wishes to advise the public of the following: “Pension […]

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Island Pair To Compete In World Flower Show

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Published On :: Wed, 10 Jul 2019 13:15:10 +0000

After competing together in the Chelsea Flower Show in London, England, Nicky Gurret and Camille Chin-Gurret will venture to India for the World Flower Show, which takes place from February 24 to March 1, 2020 in Jaipur. A spokesperson said, “The World Flower show is a tri-annual event organised by the World Association of Floral […]

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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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Lionfish Bites Fundraiser On January 25th

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Published On :: Sat, 18 Jan 2020 13:00:39 +0000

The Bermuda Zoological Society, Bermuda Lionfish Taskforce, and Bermuda Tourism Authority will be hosting a fundraiser entitled “Lionfish Bites” on Saturday, January 25, from 6.00pm to 8.00pm at the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo. An online promo said, “An evening of lionfish canapes and other tasty treats expertly prepared by celebrity Chef Eric Adjepong and […]

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Survey Results Praise Restaurant Weeks

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Published On :: Fri, 14 Feb 2020 21:00:50 +0000

[Updated with video] An effort to raise the profile of Bermuda Restaurant Weeks by introducing food experiences beyond the walls of a restaurant has won favour with restaurateurs, according to an industry survey. A spokesperson said, “Two events – a fragrance and food pairing picnic and a church-inspired culture dinner – took place during Restaurant […]

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Fairmont Southampton To Hold Dining Festival

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Published On :: Thu, 05 Mar 2020 16:22:55 +0000

Fairmont Southampton is getting set to hold a dining and sustainability festival from April 3 to April 6. A spokesperson said, “The weekend of events will launch with locally sourced and inspired food and beverage pairing dinners including the Pollinator Dinner and Lion Fish Dinner, culminating in a sustainable dining and food festival on Sunday […]

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Meal Pick Up Plan Aimed To Help Restaurants

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Published On :: Wed, 18 Mar 2020 18:27:58 +0000

In light of the global Covid-19 pandemic, the Bermuda Chamber of Commerce launched an initiative aimed at keeping restaurants operating, with a “plan to have customers order meals online and pick up curbside. ” A spokesperson said, “Today the Bermuda Chamber of Commerce launched an initiative with the assistance of the City of Hamilton and the […]

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Column: The Home-Cooking Renaissance

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Published On :: Thu, 16 Apr 2020 09:36:03 +0000

[Opinion column written by OBA Senate Leader Marcus Jones] Growing up, eating out was strictly a luxury for our family on special occasions. A birthday celebration, wedding reception, or a church event were the only times we would venture out to dine in a restaurant or hotel. Fortunately for us, the matriarchs of our family […]

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Motorcycle Racing: White Finishes 11th In Spain

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Published On :: Mon, 22 Oct 2018 09:37:49 +0000

Bermuda’s Dakari White began competing in the Spanish CEV Motorcycle Championships in Spain. On the first day in wet conditions, White and the other competitors took to the track for a Qualifying Race and Race 1. White started from the back row of the grid and he was able to make some crucial passes during […]

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BMRA Youth Racers Fundraising For UK Trip

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Published On :: Thu, 12 Dec 2019 16:38:34 +0000

Youth racers from the Bermuda Motorcycle Racing Association are fundraising for an overseas training intensive in England, which is set to take place next year. The group first participated in an international training weekend at the Willow Springs International Raceway in California in April 2018, and in 2020, they are travelling across England to maximise […]

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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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Sex Offender Junius Caines To Be Released

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

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

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Child Sex Offender Jomar Caines To Be Released

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

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

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Fattire Massive Mountain Bike Race Results

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Published On :: Mon, 18 Nov 2019 11:17:42 +0000

The Bermuda Bicycle Association’s Fattire Massive Mountain Bike season got underway at the Arboretum. Dominique Mahyo and Nicole Mitchell are the Open 60 Minute Champions, while Clive Langley and Kayla Raymond are the Open 30 Minute Champions. During the Male Open 60 Minute race, Mahyo clocked 13 lap time of 1:01:26.135, Alexander Miller finished a […]

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Pedal For Paralympics Fundraiser On January 12

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Published On :: Tue, 07 Jan 2020 11:00:07 +0000

The Bermuda Paralympic Association [BPARAS] will be hosting a charity cycling event dubbed ‘Pedal for Paralympics’ on Sunday, January 12 starting at 9.45am from Dockyard and finishing at Ferry Reach Park. Registration costs $25 if done prior to the event or $30 if done on the day of the event; all participants who raise $100 […]

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Caitlin Conyers Wins Time Trial In Arizona

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Published On :: Tue, 04 Feb 2020 11:16:19 +0000

Cyclist Caitlin Conyers has started competing in Arizona. Conyers is aiming to step up her cycling career, and as part of that goal is spending time in Arizona. The current Bermuda national champion, Conyers competed in the A Race Against Time – Time Trial. Competing in the women’s pro 1/2 division, she made a strong showing, claiming […]

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BBA Ferry Reach 50K Mountain Bike Race

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Published On :: Mon, 24 Feb 2020 12:32:55 +0000

The Bermuda Bicycle Association’s [BBA] Ferry Reach 50K Mountain Bike Race recently took place in windy conditions, with Alan Potts coming in first place. Potts covered the 50K distance in a winning time of 3:08.00; Cameron Morris was second in 3:10.00 and Moses Johnson was third in 3:12.00. Ferry Reach 50K Mountain Bike Race results: […]

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BBA Mountain Bike Championships Results

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Published On :: Mon, 16 Mar 2020 02:38:39 +0000

The 2020 Bermuda Bicycle Association’s Mountain Bike Championships took place at Ferry Reach, with 40 riders taking up the challenge. Robin Horsfield returned to defend his Open Male Division title with a 6 lap time of 1:14:18, Che’quan Richardson was second in 1:25:09 covering six laps and Dave Collins finished third clocking a six lap […]

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19 Invited To Bid On Airport Solar Development

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Published On :: Fri, 03 Feb 2017 16:41:15 +0000

The RFQ process for the solar project at the airport finger yielded 29 submissions, 19 met the criteria and were invited to bid, with the project attracting potential bidders from Bermuda, Canada, Spain, USA, Germany, UK and Australia. This was stated by the Minister of Economic Development Dr Grant Gibbons in the House of Assembly […]

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BE Solar Raises $2,180 For Hurricane Victims

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Published On :: Fri, 18 Oct 2019 20:11:19 +0000

In September, BE Solar pledged to donate $20 per solar panel sold towards Hurricane Dorian relief efforts in the Bahamas. A spokesperson said, “Over the course of the month, 109 solar panels were sold to clients in Bermuda. These solar panels will offset the consumption of fossil fuel and will help to reduce the carbon […]

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Remembering The Island’s WWI Air Combat Ace

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Published On :: Sun, 17 Nov 2019 22:00:57 +0000

In World War One a pilot who downed five or more enemy aircraft was considered an ace. Almost by definition it was those who flew the fast and nimble fighters who most often won the designation. Slower, less maneuverable bombers, while armed with defensive guns, were far more likely to end up the vanquished, not […]

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Video: Usain Bolt Races In Bermuda In 2004

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Published On :: Sun, 09 Feb 2020 18:00:29 +0000

As Bermuda prepares for Carifta Games 2020, which will be held on the island, the event’s organisers have posted a throwback video featuring Usain Bolt when the world-renowned Jamaican track athlete competed in Carifta 2004, also held in Bermuda. During the 2004 event, Bolt broke the 200m world junior record, won three gold medals, and […]

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1793 Bible, 1700s Cedar Chairs, 1800s Petticoat

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Published On :: Tue, 18 Feb 2020 11:00:08 +0000

A bible printed in 1793, a pair of Bermuda cedar chairs made between 1710-50, and a child’s petticoat worn in Bermuda between 1866-70 are among the latest acquisitions at the National Museum of Bermuda, which were described in the latest issue of MariTimes – the museum’s official magazine. According to the latest issue of the […]

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Second Screening For Maidentrip Documentary

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Published On :: Sun, 15 Sep 2019 13:00:59 +0000

The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] Film Series will be holding a repeat screening of the riveting 2014 documentary Maidentrip on September 18 following a sold-out show earlier this year. Maidentrip celebrates the accomplishments of the intrepid young woman Laura Dekker and brings her complex and inspiring real-life story to the big screen. In 1995 […]

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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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Fresh Air Film Postponed To November 24th

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Published On :: Fri, 15 Nov 2019 16:20:02 +0000

The City of Hamilton’s Fresh Air Film series moves to North Hamilton as it presents a free screening of the box office smash, The Lion King, the 2019 live-action version of the classic animated blockbuster. Originally scheduled for this weekend, the event has been postponed due to inclement weather. The new date is Sunday, November […]

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Adara To Screen ‘Big Mountains, Big Dreams’

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Published On :: Tue, 11 Feb 2020 18:00:32 +0000

The Adara Group is screening a 30-minute documentary about their projects in Nepal at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] on Thursday 27th February at 6pm. “The documentary is called “Big Mountains, Big Dreams.” It was shot, produced and directed by Bermuda based filmmaker Robert Zuill after he spent three weeks with Adara in Nepal,” […]

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Global Indemnity Re Aids Bermuda Turtle Project

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Published On :: Mon, 21 Dec 2015 15:27:37 +0000

The Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] said they “would like to recognize and thank Global Indemnity Re for their recent donation to aid in our environmental programmes. The gift will be allocated to the Bermuda Turtle Project, making them a Leadership supporter of this important community project, data from which has global implications. The BZS said, […]

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Soiree Raises $200,000 For Turtle Conservation

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Published On :: Thu, 06 Dec 2018 16:22:22 +0000

The Bermuda Turtle Project 50th anniversary events culminated with a Sea Turtle Soirée, attended by some 235 guests and successfully raising $200,000 to support the future of this valued research and education initiative. There was much to celebrate by project partners, the Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] and the Sea Turtle Conservancy [STC]. Amid STC’s initiatives […]

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Musician Aisha Bassett Releases Acoustic Video

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Published On :: Sun, 23 Aug 2015 17:00:37 +0000

Bermudian composer Aisha Bassett, also known by her stage name Aisha NuSound, has released a new live acoustic singer, with an accompanying music video for the song ‘Abba Father.’ ‘Abba Father’ was written and composed by Ms. Bassett and performed by Femi Okunsanya. Ms. Bassett previously said, “One of my biggest musical influences is my […]

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Video: Heather Nova’s “Girl On The Mountain”

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Published On :: Sun, 13 Mar 2016 00:14:40 +0000

Bermudian singer-songwriter Heather Nova has released a brand new music video, with Girl on the Mountain filmed on the rocky shores of Bermuda to “get that sense of wildness and loneliness.” Popmatters reports,“Nova is returning with her 10th record, The Way It Feels, which shows she hasn’t lost a step. The album releases March 25th and she’s […]

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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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Faith & Community Leaders Plant Loquat Tree

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sun, 02 Feb 2020 22:45:43 +0000

Leaders from the Christian, Muslim and Jewish communities joined with other community members in planting a loquat tree at the corner of Court and Dundonald Streets, serving as an observance of the beginning of the UN World Interfaith Harmony Week, as well as part of Vision 2020’s campaign to plant 2,020 trees this year. A spokesperson said, […]

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Fairmont Southampton Achieves Planet 21 Gold

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 24 Feb 2020 18:00:19 +0000

Fairmont Southampton has achieved the Planet 21 Gold Level thanks to their efforts to make the hotel and the guest experiences offered more sustainable, along with environmental work within the community. A spokesperson said, “Fairmont Southampton have examined all aspects of the business and our colleagues’ efforts to make further positive contributions to the community, […]

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Chester Zoo Releases Snails In Bermuda

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Published On :: Wed, 18 Mar 2020 11:02:26 +0000

Conservationists from Chester Zoo in the United Kingdom have released 800 lesser Bermuda snails on the island as they work to pull the species back from the brink of extinction. A story on the Chester Zoo website said, “The 800 lesser Bermuda snails, which were once driven to the brink of existence, have been given […]

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Photos & Video: P.A.L.S. Fundraising Walk

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Published On :: Sun, 23 Feb 2020 13:40:35 +0000

[Updated with photos] The 32nd annual P.A.L.S. Family Fun Walk is being held this morning [Feb 23], starting and finishing in Paget. The event serves as a major annual fundraiser for the charity, with funds raised going towards medical care, equipment and supplies for cancer patients in Bermuda. This year’s event sponsors included Clarien Bank, […]

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Photos & Video: Purvis Primary Science Fair

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Published On :: Mon, 24 Feb 2020 13:07:04 +0000

Purvis Primary School recently held its annual Science Fair, serving to highlight the students’ scientific knowledge and inquiry skills. A spokesperson said, “Tuesday, February 18th, 2020 was the beginning of Purvis Primary School’s 19th Annual Science Fair. The science fair projects are based on the Cambridge science curriculum, and highlight the students’ scientific knowledge and […]

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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: 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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