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Golfers Association Urge People To Stay Home

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Published On :: Tue, 31 Mar 2020 19:37:52 +0000

The Executive of the Bermuda Professional Golfers Association said that they support the call to ‘stay home’ and have urged the golf community and wider population to stay home and refrain from using golf courses for golfing, walking, jogging, cycling, etc A spokesperson said, “The Executive of the Bermuda Professional Golfers Association supports the call […]

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Photos: Colonial Helps Next Generation Rugby

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Published On :: Thu, 07 Nov 2019 22:38:02 +0000

The next generation rugby players in Bermuda and East and Southern Africa have been given a big boost thanks to one of the Island’s leading insurance companies. Colonial Group International, which is sponsoring the Classic Lions during the World Rugby Classic, held a quiz night earlier this week which raised $4,500 for Beyond Rugby Bermuda […]

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Police Rugby Duckett Memorial Rugby Matches

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Published On :: Fri, 10 Jan 2020 10:22:34 +0000

The annual Police Rugby Duckett Memorial Rugby matches will take place this Saturday at National Sports Center. “Both Men’s and Ladies’ Police Rugby teams are preparing for demanding matches when they compete against the best of the rest in Bermuda’s oldest rugby event,” a spokesperson said. “The annual games are played in memory of George […]

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20 Minute Video: Kardias Club “Tea With A Twist”

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Published On :: Wed, 06 Jul 2016 11:36:28 +0000

The ladies of the Kardias Club hosted their annual ‘Tea with a Twist’ at the Fairmont Southampton on Sunday, with the women in attendance dressed festively in hats and gloves to enjoy high tea and an afternoon of fashion, fellowship, and fun. The event also featured the Kardias Debutantes, including Andira Marie Crichlow, Deja Kiara […]

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Photos/Video: Dean Williams Fashion Designs

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

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

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Bermuda Commercial Bank Sale Update

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Published On :: Sat, 22 Feb 2020 12:00:04 +0000

In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX], Somers Limited [Somers] a financial services investment holding company, filed an update on the sale of Bermuda Commercial Bank. The full filing stated: “Somers Limited, a financial services investment holding company, is pleased to announce that further to the announcement on 5 February 2019 that Somers […]

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HSBC Bermuda Year End Financial Results

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Published On :: Sat, 29 Feb 2020 12:00:46 +0000

“HSBC Bermuda’s total operating income before expected credit losses remained flat compared to 2018 at US$281 million, with decreases in net interest income offset by higher net fee income, dealing profits, and gains on financial investments”, according to the HSBC Bermuda Year End 2019 Financial Results report. “The charge for the change in expected credit […]

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Butterfield Bank Offer Special Seniors Hours

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Published On :: Thu, 26 Mar 2020 20:57:10 +0000

Beginning on Monday, March 30, Butterfield will provide limited banking services from Rosebank Centre on Bermudiana Road, and they will reserve two hours — from 9:00am to 11:00am — to serve seniors exclusively at that location. A spokesperson said, “Beginning on Monday, 30 March 2020, Butterfield will provide limited banking services from Rosebank Centre at […]

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Mitchell Competes In Kevin Crine Memorial Race

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Published On :: Fri, 28 Sep 2018 10:00:08 +0000

Bermuda’s Jyire Mitchell competed in the 6th Annual Kevin Crine Memorial Race at the Budds Creek MX – Mechanicsville, Maryland. Mitchell was one of 29 riders on the startline for the Dash for Cash race that saw Mitchell finish 2nd overall. Mitchell also took to the startline for the PRO/AM Open A Class race, where […]

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Motocross: Mitchell, Ingham Compete In Virginia

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Published On :: Fri, 05 Oct 2018 23:00:44 +0000

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

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Published On :: Tue, 23 Jul 2019 10:00:33 +0000

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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BMC: ‘We Condemn The Antisocial Behavior’

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Published On :: Wed, 06 Nov 2019 21:58:07 +0000

Following the incident that occurred in the Clearwater Beach area this past holiday weekend, the Bermuda Motocross Club said that while it “was not at all associated with the BMC or any of our members” they want “to publicly condemn, in the strongest terms, the antisocial behavior.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Motocross Club [BMC] […]

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Minister’s Trip Prompts New Energy Initiatives

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Published On :: Mon, 17 Feb 2020 20:27:01 +0000

Following a trip by Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban to Barbados and Jamaica late last year to meet with his counterparts in those countries, several “new energy initiatives are currently underway” at the Ministry of Home Affairs. A Government spokesperson said, “Late last year the Minister of Home Affairs the Hon. Walter Roban visited […]

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Netball: Sylvia A Eastley Tournament Results

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Published On :: Sun, 10 Nov 2019 11:57:45 +0000

The Bermuda Netball Association season had a staggered start, as while the Junior Division matches were postponed due to inclement weather, they were able to play the Sylvia A Eastley Tournament inside the Bermuda College Gymnasium. The 2019 Tournament saw the Under 17 and Seniors playing against each other in what was being described as […]

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Netball Association All-Star Matches Held

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Published On :: Sat, 14 Mar 2020 13:38:02 +0000

The Bermuda Netball Association recently hosted their all-star matches at the Somersfield Academy gymnasium. Under 11 Division All-Stars Pink Team 22 – Blue Team 10 In the under 11 match, the Pink Team defeated the Blue Team 22 – 10. Malaysia Furbert led the Pink Team to victory with 14 goals, while Saajida Daniels added […]

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Football: Flanagan’s Onions Defeat Social Club

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Published On :: Tue, 10 Mar 2020 11:10:02 +0000

In a recent match at BAA Field, Young Men Social Club took on the Flanagan’s Onions. The Flanagan’s Onions won the match 2 – 0, taking the lead for good in the ninth minute when Treshun Smith found the back of the net. They doubled the lead in the 30th minute when Kiuno Cann scored. […]

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Bermuda Industrial Union

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Published On :: Sat, 05 Jan 2013 10:10:48 +0000


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Photos & Video: Hurricane Fabian Memorial Ride

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Published On :: Mon, 02 Sep 2013 02:07:28 +0000

[Updated with video] The September 5th Foundation held its 10th Annual Remembrance Ride for the victims of Hurricane Fabian today [Sept 1]. The ride commenced at the City Hall in Hamilton and headed east to the Memorial Bench on Kindley Field Road, St. George’s for a short tribute. The event serves to honour the memories […]

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Photo Set #2: Hurricane Fabian Memorial Ride

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Published On :: Tue, 03 Sep 2013 10:30:23 +0000

Sunday [Sept 1] saw the Bermuda Long Riders take to the roads in support of the September 5th Foundation’s 10th Anniversary Hurricane Fabian Memorial Ride. The riders, along with members of the Bermuda Police Service Cycle Squad, gathered at City Hall in Hamilton. They then headed east to Memorial Bench on Kindley Field Road, St. George’s where […]

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Photos & Video: Saltus Formula 1 Racing Trials

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Published On :: Fri, 27 Jun 2014 10:30:41 +0000

Saltus Grammar School students raced custom designed mini-cars earlier this week in a session that served as initial practice for entry into the Formula One Schools Challenge, a competition that sees more than 40 countries around the world participate. In 2013, Saltus Grammar School invested, thanks to a generous donation from Trustee Emeritus Mr. Charles Marshall, […]

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Civil Aviation Director General Wins CEO Award

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Published On :: Fri, 20 Sep 2019 10:00:48 +0000

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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Evans Competing In Finn Gold Cup In Australia

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Published On :: Thu, 19 Dec 2019 13:54:42 +0000

The 2019 Finn Gold Cup in Melbourne, Australia continued, with Bermuda’s Rockal Evans back on the water for three races after racing was called off the day before. Evans started the day in 42nd, and at the conclusion of the day he came off the water in 43rd with 239 net points. The first race […]

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Evans Moves Up Three Places In Australia

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Published On :: Fri, 20 Dec 2019 13:23:57 +0000

A total of nine races have been sailed as the 2019 Finn Gold Cup continued for the 60-boat fleet in Australia. Bermuda’s Rockal Evans was back on the water for two races sailed on the day. He started the day in 43rd, and at the conclusion of the day he came off the water in […]

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Bermuda Sailors Continue Regatta In Miami

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Published On :: Mon, 30 Dec 2019 12:57:37 +0000

Fourteen Bermuda sailors continued competing at the Orange Bowl International Youth Sailing Regatta in Miami, Florida. Pharaoh Benevides leads the Bermuda sailors in the Optimist Green Fleet with 167 net points and is in 18th place. Oliver Soares fell seven places and is in 20th with 179 net points, while Cody Rans moved up nine spots […]

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Evans & Smith Begin World Cup Series In Miami

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Published On :: Tue, 21 Jan 2020 14:27:20 +0000

The Hempel World Cup Series 2020 in Miami recently got underway with both Benn Smith and Rockal Evans looking to advance to the Olympics. Evans, in the Finn Class, needs to beat the two Mexican sailors to claim the one Americas spot up for grabs and after two races he leads them both. After two […]

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Sailing: Evans & Smith Continue In Miami

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Published On :: Thu, 23 Jan 2020 12:33:45 +0000

The 182 sailors –  including Bermuda pair Benn Smith and Rockal Evans –  embraced the challenge of the uncharacteristically cold and blustery conditions in Biscayne Bay on the third day of the 2020 Hempel World Cup Series in Miami, Florida. The athletes were faced with similar conditions on Tuesday, but Wednesday’s overall shifty conditions and wind […]

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Sail Bermuda: 20% Off For Essential Workers

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Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 14:51:58 +0000

Essential workers are being given a 20 percent discount on a luxury catamaran charter as a ‘thank you’ by Sail Bermuda for their work during the Covid-19 pandemic. A spokesperson said, “Sail Bermuda, which charters the 47′ catamaran Wyuna, is run by husband and wife team Marilyn and Caleb Zuill – a firefighter with the […]

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Bermuda Rower Wins Silver Medal In Virginia

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Published On :: Sat, 07 Nov 2015 13:25:17 +0000

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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FC Bascome Takes Hiatus From USL League

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Published On :: Fri, 17 Apr 2020 17:27:54 +0000

After weeks of exploring a series of options with USL League Two hierarchy and league representatives, FC Bascome Bermuda [FCBB] has “made the difficult decision to take a hiatus from the USL League Two 2020 season with a commitment to return in 2021.” “Our decision is directly related to the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic […]

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GoMedia, SGI Sports Holding Football Contest

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Published On :: Fri, 24 Apr 2020 10:54:40 +0000

GoMedia and SGI Sports are holding a football skills contest, with people invited to send in videos showing off their skills, with prizes to be awarded to the winners. The event poster says, “Multimedia production group Go Media joins with Shaun Goater and SGI Sports in inviting all football skillers to participate in the lockdown […]

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Video: Martial Artists Create ‘Fight Scene’

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Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 11:59:10 +0000

The Bermuda Sanshou Association recently created a unique ‘quarantine fight scene’ using individually created short videos to produce a choreographed finished product set to ‘Kung Fu Fighting’ by Carl Douglas. The video’s description said, “Our Bermuda Sanshou Association martial artists submitted several videos to complete this quarantine fight scene compilation.” As the island and world […]

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Bermudian In China Supports Skills Competition

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Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 11:45:27 +0000

Darren Burchall, a former national youth team footballer who now teaches in Shenzhen, China, recently took the time to salute those taking part in the Lockdown Football Skills Competition, which is being hosted by GoMedia and SGI Sports. A spokesperson said, “Bermudian teacher and former national youth team footballer Darren “Butchie” Burchall is now back […]

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Bermudian’s Novel Wins International Award

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Published On :: Tue, 19 Nov 2019 13:16:44 +0000

Bermudian author Dr. Mandy-Suzanne Wong’s latest novel, Drafts of a Suicide Note, has been named as an Award-Winning Finalist for the American Book Fest’s 2019 Best Book Award for General Fiction. The American Book Fest saw more then 400 winners and finalists in over 90 categories, covering books published from 207 to 2019. Jeffrey Keen, […]

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Photos: Namibia Defeat Bermuda In Cricket

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Published On :: Wed, 23 Oct 2019 15:48:48 +0000

The Bermuda cricket team took to the field for their fourth match in the ICC Twenty20 World Cup Qualifying Tournament in Dubai. Rodney Trott took over the captaincy as Bermuda batted first and were bowled all out for 106, only three batsmen made it into double figures as Okera Bascome was the top scorer with […]

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Video: Estonian Media Highlights Roger Lee

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Published On :: Wed, 02 Oct 2019 00:00:25 +0000

Getting there isn’t always half the fun when you’re travelling to Bermuda from Estonia, local footballer Roger Lee jokes in a new interview. And getting back to that Baltic country can be even more challenging depending on where his Bermuda national squad obligations take him for a game. The 28-year-old Bermuda international has been playing […]

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Video: Triathlete Flora Duffy Reflects On 2019

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Published On :: Wed, 01 Jan 2020 19:29:09 +0000

In a video provided by the International Triathlon Union, Bermuda’s Flora Duffy reflected on the past year and spoke about her goals for the upcoming year. The video’s description says, “Two-time ITU World Champion Flora Duffy reflects on 2019 and gives insight into her greatest goal yet, to win an Olympic medal. “Duffy heads into […]

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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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Tiara DeRosa Competes In Jaguar Invitational

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Published On :: Tue, 11 Feb 2020 10:42:28 +0000

Tiara DeRosa competed in two events at the Jaguar Invitational 2020. Representing Mississippi Valley State University Women’s Track and Field team, DeRosa competed inside the Birmingham Crossplex Arena, in Birmingham, Alabama. DeRosa finished 10th competing in the Women’s Shot Put with a top toss of 11.96m, and she also finished 20th in the Women’s Weight […]

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Mendes Competes In Provincial Championships

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Published On :: Sun, 08 Mar 2020 12:00:14 +0000

Brianna Mendes –  representing McGill University –  competed in the RSEQ Provincial Championships. Mendes finished the women’s 1500m race in 17th place with a time of 4:57.47, and she also finished 11th competing in the women’s 3000m race stopping the clock in a time of 10:29.93. Related Stories Glasgow & Thomas College Fourth In Invitational […]

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58 Honoured At Denton Hurdle Memorial Awards

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Published On :: Sat, 22 Jun 2019 02:05:03 +0000

Fifty eight student athletes were honoured tonight [June 21] at the 34th annual Denton Hurdle Memorial Awards at Warwick Academy. These awards, honoring the late Denton Hurdle, are used to highlight, recognize and reward the finest primary, middle and senior school student-athletes. Denton Hurdle was a keen sportsman who attended Warwick Academy, Bermuda College and […]

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BHF Appoints Mathias Ahrens As Head Coach

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Published On :: Tue, 04 Feb 2020 19:00:03 +0000

The Bermuda Hockey Federation has appointed Mathias Ahrens as the new Head Coach and Development Officer. A BHF spokesperson said, “We are excited to announce the appointment of Mathias Ahrens as the BHF’s new Head Coach and Development Officer. With his 20+ years of experience successfully leading senior and junior programs, Mathias’s appointment will not […]

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Butterfield Front Street Mile Trials Results

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Published On :: Sat, 14 Dec 2019 13:28:57 +0000

The Butterfield Front Street Mile Trials took place at the National Sports Center, with four different categories; the Primary School race, Middle School race, Senior School race and the Adults race contested. The full Butterfield Front Street Mile Trials results follow below [PDF here]: Related Stories 2020 Butterfield Front Street Mile Results Live Updates & Video: Front […]

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‘Opening Up Booking To All Essential Workers’

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Published On :: Sun, 26 Apr 2020 14:57:20 +0000

The Bermuda Government’s free Covid-19 testing continues, and essential workers are welcome to book their test online. Last night, Premier Burt tweeted saying, “Essential Workers. The Government of Bermuda’s free Covid-19 testing continues tomorrow. Today we got more 84 more people, but we were under capacity. So we are opening up booking to all essential […]

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Video: Juggling J Thanks Essential Workers

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Published On :: Mon, 27 Apr 2020 14:42:42 +0000

Bermuda DJ Juggling Jason has shared his appreciation for the island’s essential workers in the form of a video tribute, taking note of everyone in Bermuda working to help the community as we contend with the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. After paying tribute to the island’s many essential workers, Juggling J begins to close the video […]

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Essential Workers Covid-19 Testing Schedule

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Published On :: Wed, 29 Apr 2020 12:35:49 +0000

The Ministry of National Security is advising the public of the new schedule for essential workers requiring Covid-19 testing. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of National Security is advising the public of the new swabbing schedule for essential workers requiring COVID-19 testing. “Effective now through Friday, May 1, essential workers can schedule their appointment […]

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Jillian Terceira Competes In The Netherlands

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Published On :: Wed, 25 Sep 2019 10:29:45 +0000

Jillian Terceira competed in the CLUB ASTEN Spring Wedstrijden Paarden International Horse Jumping event in the Netherlands. Competing in the 1.35m ZZ in Two Phases Class, Terceira and Hamlet di Cantero finished 2nd, the pair clocked a Clear First time of 36:82, Terceira and Hamlet di Cantero clocked a Clear Second Phase time of 32:04. […]

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Equestrian: Collins Competes In France

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Published On :: Mon, 07 Oct 2019 10:17:55 +0000

Annabelle Collins competed in the CDI3* Nice Autumn 2019 Dressage event in France. Competing on Joyero VG, Collins finished 12th in the Piste A – Grand Prix Class with a score of 67.587%. Collins and Joyero VG finished 4th in the Freestyle Test Grand Prix Level, the pair recorded a score of 71.725%. Related Stories […]

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Equestrian: BHPA Fall Show Results

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Published On :: Mon, 21 Oct 2019 11:12:59 +0000

The Bermuda Horse and Pony Association held their Fall Show at the National Equestrian Center on Vesey Street. The Adult Equitation 3.0’ Champion was Michael Rodrigues, while Kayla Bardgett was crowned the Junior Equitation 15-18 Year Old 3.0’ Champion. The 12-14 Year Old Junior Equitation 2’9” Champion was Cody Rego, while the Junior Equitation Under […]

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Jillian Terceira Begins Competing In Belgium

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Published On :: Wed, 23 Oct 2019 12:14:40 +0000

Bermudian equestrian Jillian Terceira is taking part in the Sentowerpark – Animo Cup I International Horse Jumping Event in Belgium. On Day One Terceira and Chakola finished 41st competing in the 1.15m Table A on Time Class, they clocked a time of 84.92, but they also had 4 Penalty Fault Points. Related Stories Equestrian Patrick […]

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Equestrian: Madeiros Wins Hunt Seat Class

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Published On :: Fri, 25 Oct 2019 23:00:43 +0000

Lizzy Madeiros and her Berry College Equestrian teammates recently hosted their Fall Classic over two days, which included their first home shows of the season with one Hunt Seat Show on the first day and two Western Shows on the second day. On the first day, Madeiros and her Hunt Seat teammates won, coming out […]

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