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2020 Ag Show Cancelled Due To Coronavirus

Due to the ongoing global Covid-19 pandemic, AG Show Ltd has made the decision to cancel this year’s exhibition event “to ensure people, young and old, are not putting themselves at unnecessary risk of getting ill.” A spokesperson said, “With the health and safety of the Bermuda public in mind, AG Show Ltd has made the […]

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United Wellness Offering Virtual Classes

United Wellness is offering free virtual classes tomorrow [April 25] to help people sheltering at home during the Covid-19 pandemic to exercise. A spokesperson said, “A group of local instructors of Zumba and Strong Nation have joined forces to share their passion for fitness and movement with our community in Bermuda and around the world. […]

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$500 For Each Birdie By Each Bermudian

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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Airport Charity Classic Raises Over $30,000

The Airport Charity Classic organized by Skyport, Aecon & Bermuda Airport Authority raised more than $30,000 for two local charities in its second year. The event was held on October 10 at Tucker’s Point Golf Club with all proceeds going to Tomorrow’s Voices and SCARS [Saving Children and Revealing Secrets]. Twenty-eight teams registered to play […]

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First Day Of Goslings International Invitational

The Goslings International Invitational recently got underway, with Canadian Dennis Hendershott leading after shooting 4 under 67. Hendershott’s round saw him card six birdies, 10 pars and two bogies, while Henry Smart from England is second at 2 under 69. Amateur Nick Maccario shot an opening round 1 over par 72 and finished in third […]

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World Rugby Classic: Ireland & South Africa Win

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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Rugby: Mariners Defeat The Rest On Spirit Day

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 & Video: Desiree Riley Fashion Designs

Desiree Riley 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, ”D’ezir is a local clothing brand that custom designs for all genders and ages, but specialises in making clothing for women to look fashionable for every occasion. This collection, […]

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Video & Photos: Blossoming Beauty Hair Show

The New Testament Church of God Island Women’s Ministry held their ‘‎Blossoming Beauty Hair Show’ at the Heritage Worship Center this weekend, with the fashion show featuring models in exotic head-wear made to look like flowers walking the runway while music was interspersed with inspirational messages of faith. “Cindy Roberts, who is the owner of […]

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Photos & Video: SpiritWear Shibari Fashion Show

Local designer Amethyst Richardson hosted a Bermuda Collective Fashion Show on Saturday [May 12] at The Landfall Property in Hamilton parish. The SpiritWear Shibari Resort Collection Fashion Show by Amethyst also featured new styles produced by designers Edith Rookes, Rochelle Minors, Nicole Iris, and James R Lee. Click here to view all of our fashion […]

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Bank of Bermuda Foundation: 3 New Directors

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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Butterfield Reports Third Quarter 2019 Results

The Bank of  Butterfield  announced financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2019. Net income for the third quarter was $42.4 million or $0.79 per diluted common share, compared to $38.6 million or $0.72 per common share for the previous quarter and $50.4 million, or $0.90 per common share in the third quarter of […]

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Jyire Mitchell Wins 250 A Class In Connecticut

Jyire Mitchell competed at the Sunday Wilkes-Barre Amateur Arenacross inside the Mohegan Sun Arena in Connecticut. Competing in the 250 A Class, Mitchell finished 1st Overall, he powered his bike to victory ahead of Nicholas Lane and Emory Addison. Mitchell won both Moto’s in the Class. With finishes of 2nd and 5th saw Mitchell finish […]

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Motocross: Mitchell, Ingham Compete In Virginia

Jyire Mitchell and Zendai Ingham competed at Lake Sugar Tree in Virginia. Competing in the 250 A Class, Mitchell finished 3rd overall, Mitchell finished 2nd in the first moto, before finishing 3rd in the second moto. Mitchell would then finish 4th competing in the Open All-Star A/B, Mitchell was 2nd in the first moto, before […]

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Jyire Mitchell Competes On Canadian AX Circuit

Jyire Mitchell went to the starting gate alongside 41 other riders competing on the Canadian AX Circuit recently, finishing ninth overall. Competing for Team Holeshot Motor Sports, Mitchell went to the start line for two races. Mitchell finished the first race in ninth place before finishing the second race in 11th to end at ninth […]

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AM Best Affirms Credit Ratings Of OCIL

AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A- [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a-” of Oil Casualty Insurance, Ltd [OCIL] [Hamilton, Bermuda]. AM Best also has affirmed the Long-Term Issue Credit Rating of “bbb” on the $200 million 8.00% deferrable subordinated debentures, due Sept. 15, 2034. The outlook of these […]

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BNA Umpire Training Course On Sept 28 & 29

The Bermuda Netball Association are reminding those that are interested in taking the Umpire Training Course on Saturday [Sept 28] and Sunday [Sept 29] at Cedarbridge Academy to please register by Wednesday Sept. 25th. The event poster said, “Become a Certified C Badge Umpire. “Classes will be held at CedarBridge Academy Sept. 28th 4pm – […]

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U17 Netball League: Storm & Phoenix Fire Win

Bernard Park was once again the scene of Bermuda Netball Association action as Under 17 Division teams took to the courts. Storm 36 – North Village Lady Rams White 12 The Storm picked up a 36 – 12 win over the North Village Lady Rams White team. The North Village Lady Rams Whites played short […]

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Football: Premier & First Division Results

Footballers in the Premier Division and First Division were in action on Saturday, with the PHC Zebras earning a win, while St. David’s and Devonshire Colts played to a draw. First Division St. David’s 1 – Devonshire Colts 1 St. David’s played to a 1 – 1 draw with the Devonshire Colts at Lord’s in […]

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Football: First & Premier Division Results

Footballers in the First Division and Premier Division were in action yesterday [March 15], with the St. George’s Colts, Ireland Rangers, Wolves, Southampton Rangers, Somerset Trojans, Dandy Town Hornets, and Somerset Eagles all earning wins. First Division: Flanagan’s Onions 0 – St. George’s Colts 3 At BAA Field, the St. George’s Colts ensured that the […]

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Photos & Video: CedarBridge Pro Shop Fair

CedarBridge Academy held its CBA Pro Shop Fair on Saturday [Nov 28], with a number of displays aimed at car enthusiasts, along with a range of activities for the children in attendance, all aimed at showing off the skills of the school’s automotive students. Displays and activities included new bikes and cars, emergency vehicle displays, […]

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Hall Hits A Home Run For Aberdeen Ironbirds

Professional baseball player Adam Hall hit a home run for his Aberdeen Ironbirds team as they recorded a 5-2 victory over the Lowell Spinners in Minor League Baseball action. The team’s report said, “Aberdeen started off the game with fireworks across all parts of it against the Lowell Spinners on Wednesday. They took a a 5-0 […]

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Hall & Aberdeen IronBirds Defeat Staten Island

Baseball player Adam Hall and his Aberdeen IronBirds teammates finished up their season with a 5-3 win over the Staten Island Yankees. The team’s report said, “The Star Spangled Banners finished up their season with a 5-3 win over the Staten Island Yankees. Nick Horvath’s homer highlighted the offense, Adam Hall continued a hit streak and […]

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Hall’s Aberdeen IronBirds Fielding Numbers

Adam Hall concluded a second year as a professional baseball player in the Baltimore Orioles Minor League system in 2018. Hall, a Shortstop and Second Baseman, only played in 2 games in 2017, and then increased to 62 in 2018, and we now take a look at his professional fielding numbers. Hall played 4 games […]

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Premier & First Division Players Of The Week

One Communications and Bermuda Cricket Board announced the One Communications Premier Division and First Division players of the week for July 21, August 31, September 1, 7 and 8. July 21: One Communications Premier Division Rodney Trott [Bailey’s Bay v Flatts] – 119 not out One Communications First Division Seth Campbell [Western Stars v Warwick Workmen’s] – […]

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Civil Aviation Director General Wins CEO Award

Bermuda Civil Aviation Authority [BCAA] Director General Thomas Dunstan has won Business Worldwide Magazine’s CEO Award. A spokesperson said, “The Director General of the Bermuda Civil Aviation Authority [BCAA] won global recognition in the 2019 Business Worldwide CEO Awards. Thomas Dunstan has been crowned Aviation Industry Executive of The Year [Global] for his outstanding leadership […]

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EY Earns Reactions ‘Firm Of The Year’ Award

EY was recently honored as “Professional Services/Accounting Firm of the Year” at the Reactions’ 2019 North America Awards. Cordelia Davis, Partner of EY Bermuda and Regional Financial Accounting Advisory Services leader for the EY Region of Bahamas, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands and Cayman Islands, accepted the award at the ceremony in New York on September […]

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BF&M ‘No Limits’ Sailing Programme Goes Virtual

In response to the current Covid-19 pandemic, the BF&M ‘No Limits’ Sailing Programme has shifted to virtual learning. A spokesperson said, “Endeavour Community Sailing, a non-profit dedicated to engaging youth from diverse backgrounds across Bermuda in hands-on, experiential learning through sailing has shifted in response to the current Covid-19 pandemic to offer virtual learning to […]

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Girls Volleyball Team To Compete In Antigua

The Bermuda Junior Girls National Volleyball Team will be participating in the 2019 ECVA U20 Zonal Championships in St. Johns, Antigua. This tournament will be held August 22nd through August 26th, and represents the first stage of qualification for the FIVB Volleyball Women’s U20 World Championship which will be held in the summer of 2021. […]

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Tennis: USC Upstate Signs Shelby Madeiros

University of South Carolina announced the signing of Shelby Madeiros, with the Bermudian tennis player set to join the team next fall. The school’s announcement said, “USC Upstate head women’s tennis coach Tim McLane has announced the signing of Shelby Madeiros out of Bermuda. “We are really excited to have Shelby [Madeiros] joining USC Upstate […]

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Yana Orlova Named Director Of The Year

Cliff Drysdale Tennis [CDT] has named Director of Tennis Yana Orlova of Rosewood Bermuda its 2019 Director of the Year during their annual end of year Cliffy Awards. A spokesperson said, “The Cliffy Awards are presented to team members and clubs that embody the Cliff Drysdale Tennis experience through a commitment to world-class tennis and […]

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Leader & Attride-Stirling Help Adelphi Win

David Leader, Luke Attride-Stirling and their Adelphi Men’s Tennis teammates defeated Saint Michael’s College 5 – 2 in Men’s College Tennis action. Attride-Stirling teamed up with Andrew Ray in the number 2 doubles position and went down to Josh Weiss and Seb Tonini 6 – 3. Attride-Stirling playing in the number 2 singles position defeated […]

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Bermuda Rower Wins Silver Medal In Virginia

Michael and Anita Swain competed in the long distance rowing races in Virginia last weekend, along with 5,000 other rowers, with Michael Swain collecting a silver medal. Mr Swain competed in three races and Ms Swain in two; totaling 50,000 meters between the two of them. The event is just south of Washington DC, along […]

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Duffy Finishes Second in Ironman Virtual Race

Bermudian triathlete Flora Duffy finished second in Ironman Virtual Racing Series event. The Triathlon Magazine Canada website said, “This weekend over 30,000 athletes have signed up for the third Ironman Virtual Racing Series event. “Three of the sport’s strongest cyclists were part of today’s Ironman VR3 Pro Challenge, taking on two 20 km loops using […]

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Photos/Video: Fire Safety Coloring Book Launch

The Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service [BFRS] held a launch for the second volume of their Fire Safety Activity and Coloring Book today [Sept 27] at the Hamilton Fire Station. Minister of National Security Wayne Caines joined Chief Fire Officer Lloyd Burchall, firefighters, former firefighters and family members at the book launch. The 32-minute live […]

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First Church of God To Host Book Signing

Kingdom Dynamics Bookstore will host a book signing featuring Joy Lister Sticca. Marketing Manager for the bookstore Chantel Simons said, “On Thursday, November 21, Kingdom Dynamics Bookstore at the First Church of God on North Shore Road will host a book signing for Joy Lister Sticca on Sunday, November 24 after the church service. “Joy purposefully illustrates in her […]

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First Church Of God To Host Book Signing

Kingdom Dynamics Bookstore will host a book signing featuring Gracelyn Love with her new novel Secrets, Shame, Shackles – Don’t Judge Me on Sunday, December 15. Kingdom Dynamics Bookstore Marketing Manager Chantel Simons said, “On Sunday, December 15, the Bookstore will host a book signing after service for Gracelyn Love for her new novel.” A […]

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First Church Of God To Host Book Signing

Kingdom Dynamics Bookstore is getting set to host a book signing featuring Minister Sareta Hayward with her book God’s Got This on Thursday [Feb 20] from 4.30pm to 7.30pm. Marketing Manager Chantel Simons said, “Kingdom Dynamics Bookstore at the First Church of God on North Shore Road will host a book signing featuring Minister Sareta […]

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HSBC Bermuda Launches ‘Fairer Tales’ Book

HSBC has partnered with British children’s author, Emma Dodd,to launch a book entitled “Fairer Tales” which aims to “dismantle some of the more stereotypically held gender beliefs and educate children aged 5-7, about the importance of cultivating financial independence in women.” A spokesperson said, “HSBC Bermuda has announced the launch of their ‘Fairer Tales’ initiative […]

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BCUA To Offer Basic Cricket Umpire Course

The Bermuda Cricket Umpire’s Association [BCUA] will be offering an eight week Basic Cricket Umpires Course from March 10 to April 28 at Charities House on Point Finger Road in Paget. A spokesperson said, “Please be advised that the BCUA will be having a Basic Cricket Umpires Course commencing 10th March to 28th April 2020. […]

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Cricket: BCB & BCUA Hold Virtual Meeting

The Bermuda Cricket Board [BCB ] & the Bermuda Cricket Umpires Association [BCUA] held a video conference meeting to discuss the 2020 league season, including matters concerning the impact of the Covid-19. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Cricket Board and the Bermuda Cricket Umpires Association held a preliminary planning session, via video conference for the […]

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ICC Holds Virtual Chief Executives Meeting

The International Cricket Council [ICC] hosted a Chief Executives’ Committee meeting via conference call today to discuss the impact of Covid-19 on the sport. A spokesperson said, “During the call, the CEO’s of the 12 Full Members and three Associate representatives confirmed their full commitment to work in partnership to address the challenges the sport […]

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Ashley Irby Sets New Bermuda Record In 1000m

While competing in the 1000m at the Darius Dixon Memorial, Ashley Irby shattered the Bermuda record, with her time of 2.58.96, breaking the former record of 3:01.94. Bermuda National Athletics Association President Donna Raynor said, “The MAAC juniors competed in New York at the Armory Championships and we had Shayla Cann meet the qualifying standard […]

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Weather Causes Delay To NSC Track Repair

Bad weather has delayed the timeline for the National Sports Center track getting resurfaced ahead of the Carifta Games, with a new projected finishing date of mid-March. Craig Tyrell, senior operations manager for the NSC, told Bernews that he expects the track resurfacing should be completed by mid-March. Bermuda is hosting the Carifta Games from […]

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Irby Competes In ECAC Indoor Championships

Ashley Irby represented Elon University Women’s Track and Field on the opening day at the 2020 Eastern College Athletic Conference [ECAC] Indoor Championships at the Boston University Tennis and Track Center. Elon’s women’s 4×800-meter relay team of Stephanie Lair, Anna Twomey, Irby and Emily Smith qualified for the next round after racing a time of […]

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Jan 12: Goslings To Fairmont Southampton Race

The annual Goslings to Fairmont Southampton Road Race is set to take place on Sunday, January 12, 2020, taking runners on a 7.2-mile course between Goslings Headquarters in Hamilton and Fairmont Southampton. A spokesperson said, “Ready, Set… Rum! Bermuda is getting ready for the popular annual Goslings to Fairmont Southampton Road Race. Fairmont Southampton, Goslings, […]

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‘You Go Girl’ Event To Be Held Virtually

Following the cancellation of this year’s You Go Girl Relay due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the organisers have made the decision to hold a virtual version of the event on June 7. In an online post, the You Go Girl Relay organisers said, “As you may have heard, the You Go Girl Relay on Front […]

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Premier Confirms Sixth Covid-19 Related Death

[Updated] Premier David Burt confirmed that a senior citizen has died due to Covid-19, which marks the sixth Covid-19 related death in Bermuda. Early this morning, Premier Burt tweeted, “Earlier I was informed about the passing of a senior citizen due to Covid-19. This death marks the sixth Covid-19 related death in Bermuda. This is […]

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