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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: 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: BHB Sets Up Tent For Covid-19 Testing

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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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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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Last 2018 Powerboat Race Set For September 30

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sat, 22 Sep 2018 20:09:29 +0000

The Bermuda Power Boat Association [BPBA] is scheduled to hold the last power boat race of the 2018 season on Sunday, September 30th at Spanish Point Boat Club. In a social media post, BPBA Commodore Robert Cardwell said, “A decision was made to schedule the necessary final race of the season so that we can […]

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Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: March 18 2020

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Published On :: Thu, 19 Mar 2020 09:15:11 +0000

March 18 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 1,572.57, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 60 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: May 8 2020 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: May 7 […]

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Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: March 19 2020

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Published On :: Fri, 20 Mar 2020 09:15:14 +0000

March 19 saw 20,000 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $46,000.00 BD. 20,000 shares were traded by Argus Group Holdings Ltd, closing down 27.0% at $2.30 per share. The BSX finished at 1,555.57, down 1.08% on the day. There were 0 advances, 1 decline, and 59 remained unchanged. The full report for […]

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BSX On Covid-19 & Business Continuity

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 20 Mar 2020 10:09:08 +0000

The Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX] provided information about their plans for business continuity amidst the global Covid-19 pandemic. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Stock Exchange [“BSX” or “Exchange”] today issued a statement on the Exchange’s response to the Covid-19 virus and business continuity. “The economic impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and the resulting market volatility has prompted the World […]

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Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: March 31 2020

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Published On :: Wed, 01 Apr 2020 09:15:11 +0000

March 31 saw 89,060 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $166,650.00 BD. 60 shares were traded by Somers Limited, closing even at $15.00 per share, while another 89,000 shares were traded by Argus Group Holdings Ltd, closing down 3.1% at $2.18 per share. The BSX finished at 1,502.26, down 0.09% on the […]

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Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: April 1 2020

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Published On :: Thu, 02 Apr 2020 09:15:37 +0000

April 1 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 1,502.26, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 60 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: May 8 2020 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: May 7 […]

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Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: April 13 2020

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Published On :: Tue, 14 Apr 2020 09:15:20 +0000

April 13 saw 70,000 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $117,650.00 BD. 70,000 shares were traded by Argus Group Holdings Ltd, closing down 13.0% at $2.08 per share. The BSX finished at 1,502.85, down 0.41% on the day. There were 0 advances, 1 decline, and 59 remained unchanged. The full report for […]

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Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: April 14 2020

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Published On :: Wed, 15 Apr 2020 09:15:26 +0000

April 14 saw 100 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $1,950.00 BD. 100 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing up 7.7% at $19.50 per share. The BSX finished at 1,565.81, up 4.19% on the day. There was 1 advance, 0 declines, and 59 remained unchanged. The full report […]

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Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: April 15 2020

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Published On :: Thu, 16 Apr 2020 09:15:50 +0000

April 15 saw 900 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $16,290.00 BD. 900 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing down 7.2% at $18.10 per share. The BSX finished at 1,502.85, down 4.02% on the day. There were 0 advances, 1 decline, and 59 remained unchanged. The full report […]

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Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: April 16 2020

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Published On :: Fri, 17 Apr 2020 09:15:50 +0000

April 16 saw 2,500 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $62,875.00 BD. 1,000 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing down 3.3% at $17.50 per share, while another 1,500 shares were traded by Ascendant Group Limited, closing even at $30.25 per share. The BSX finished at 1,475.86, down 1.80% […]

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Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: April 17 2020

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Published On :: Sat, 18 Apr 2020 09:15:41 +0000

April 17 saw 4,600 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $107,650.00 BD. 2,800 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing up 8.6% at $19.00 per share, while another 1,800 shares were traded by Ascendant Group Limited, closing even at $30.25 per share. The BSX finished at 1,543.33, up 4.57% […]

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Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: April 21 2020

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Published On :: Wed, 22 Apr 2020 09:15:23 +0000

April 21 saw 62,700 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $163,500.00 BD. 61,200 shares were traded by Argus Group Holdings Ltd, closing up 0.5% at $2.09 per share, while the other 1,500 shares were traded by Ascendant Group Limited, closing even at $30.25 per share. The BSX finished at 1,543.53, up 0.01% […]

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Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: May 1 2020

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Published On :: Sat, 02 May 2020 09:15:17 +0000

May 1 saw 76,500 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $298,350.00 BD. 76,500 shares were traded by One Communications Ltd, closing down 2.5% at $3.90 per share. The BSX finished at 1,651.38, down 0.08% on the day. There were 0 advances, 1 decline, and 59 remained unchanged. The full report for the […]

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Ascendant Group Announces 1st Quarter Results

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Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 20:36:01 +0000

In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX], Ascendant Group Limited’s announced results for the first three months of 2020. The full filing stated: “Ascendant Group Limited, a publicly traded provider of energy and energy-related services, today announced results for the first quarter of 2020, with core earnings of $4.1 million, or $0.42/share, compared […]

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Monument Re Donates $120,000 To BCF

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Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 10:00:55 +0000

Monument Re has donated $120,000 to the Bermuda Community Foundation’s [BCF] Emergency Fund, with contributions from individual staff members matched by the company. A spokesperson said, “Monument Re announced today that the company is donating $120,000 to the Bermuda Community Foundation’s Emergency Fund. “The donation represents contributions from the company together with generous contributions from […]

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‘One-Time Withdrawal Of Up To $12,000'

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Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 13:00:57 +0000

“We will expand the scope of existing provisions for financial hardship to include a one-time withdrawal of up to $12,000, from person’s individual pension accounts,” Premier David Burt said. Speaking at last night’s [May 6] press briefing, Premier Burt said, “On Friday, the House of Assembly will meet to pass legislation that will provide further […]

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Colonial To Cover Covid-19 Antibody Testing

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Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 14:57:16 +0000

“Clients of Colonial Medical Insurance Company will be covered for Covid-19 antibody testing following an agreement with Helix Genetic and Scientific Solutions Ltd. of Hamilton,” the company announced. A Colonial spokesperson said, “The agreement, which will be operated as a pilot programme through June 30, will provide insurance cover for physician-ordered COVID-19 antibody testing for […]

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Video: ‘Taking Off’ On Impact Of Covid-19

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Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 18:21:40 +0000

After taking a hiatus due to the pandemic, Skyport has released the latest episode of ‘Taking Off’, a video series with host Mikaela Pearman that highlights the airport redevelopment project, with this episode highlighting the impact of Covid-19 in the construction of the new passenger terminal building. Speaking in the episode, Mikaela Pearman said, “As […]

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Argo Group Issues $0.31 Cash Dividend

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Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 09:26:53 +0000

Argo Group International Holdings, Ltd. announced that the Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.31 per share on the company’s common stock. The cash dividend will be paid on June 12, 2020 to shareholders of record on May 29, 2020. Related Stories Argo Group Reports First Quarter Results AM Best Downgrades Credit […]

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RUBiS Service Stations Phase 1 Operating Hours

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 11:23:22 +0000

RUBiS Energy Bermuda provided information about their operating hours during the Island’s Phase 1 reopening, with select sites offering 24-hour refueling for essential service workers. RUBiS also reminds the public that surname shopping does apply to gas stations. As the island and world deals with the Covid-19 pandemic, we are doing our best to provide […]

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Essent Reports Q1 Results & Declares Dividend

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Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 10:00:48 +0000

Essent Group Ltd. reported net income for the quarter ended March 31, 2020 of $149.5 million or $1.52 per diluted share, compared to $127.7 million or $1.30 per diluted share for the quarter ended March 31, 2019. Essent also announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.16 per common […]

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Bermuda Snooker League 2018/19 Champions

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Published On :: Mon, 10 Jun 2019 09:30:15 +0000

The Bermuda Snooker League season has come to an end, with the season featuring League Games, plus the Bermuda Open Singles & Doubles, Keen Cup, Island Construction Services Cup and the Tony DeSilva Memorial Cup. League The 2018/19 Snooker League Champions were Sandys Boat Club One with a point score of 51 over close rival […]

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Masterworks To Host 441 Featuring Four Artists

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Published On :: Thu, 09 Jan 2020 10:37:19 +0000

Masterworks will be hosting an art event dubbed ’441′ beginning today [Jan 9], with the opening reception to take place from 5.30pm to 7.00pm and the exhibit running until Monday, February 10. The event will feature four artists, including Je-Shae Pace, De’Javon Paynter, Jahbarri Wilson, and Toni Tonae. Related Stories Black Pony Features Teresa Kirby […]

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Bermuda Arts Centre To Hold 6×6 Show

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Published On :: Tue, 25 Feb 2020 11:00:52 +0000

The Bermuda Arts Centre at Dockyard [BACD] is getting set to hold its annual 6×6 show on Friday, February 28 at Gallery One Seventeen from 5.30pm to 7.00pm. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Arts Centre is holding their annual 6×6 show. Once again the show will be held in Hamilton at Gallery One Seventeen for […]

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Debt Service Costs Projected At $121.4 Million

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Published On :: Tue, 25 Feb 2020 14:05:07 +0000

“Debt service costs for 2020/21 are projected at $121.4 million,” Minister of Finance Curtis Dickinson said as he delivered the 2020 Budget, with gross public debt estimated to stand at $2.717 billion as of March 31, 2021. The debt service costs will equate to approximately $2.3 million per week, or around $332,000 per day. The Budget […]

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Minister: Preparing For COVID-19 Coronavirus

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Published On :: Fri, 28 Feb 2020 16:36:37 +0000

While there have been no cases of COVID-19 identified in Bermuda, the spread of it “across the globe highlights that it is highly infectious and therefore it will remain a threat to Bermuda in the foreseeable future,” Minister of Health Kim Wilson said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [Feb 28] Minister Wilson said, […]

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Full Text: Opposition Reply To 2020/21 Budget

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Published On :: Fri, 28 Feb 2020 21:00:00 +0000

A One Bermuda Alliance Government would “explore the feasibility of decreasing payroll for employers by increasing the cost of work permits.” The OBA believes the move would be revenue neutral and could encourage the hiring of Bermudians, Shadow Finance Minister Pat Gordon-Pamplin said in today’s Budget Reply. In addition, the OBA said they “would lay […]

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Minister Kim Wilson On Covid-19 Preparedness

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Published On :: Wed, 11 Mar 2020 14:55:29 +0000

“The Government is taking proactive steps to effectively respond to this global outbreak,” Minister of Health Kim Wilson said in the House of Assembly today [March 11]. The Minister said, “Hand sanitizers have been ordered, which will contribute to the essential hand hygiene needed to protect ourselves and prevent spread. Though we have to remember, […]

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Covid-19: Bill To Allow Power To Close Locations

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 16 Mar 2020 16:11:47 +0000

A Bill to provide power for the Minister of Health to prevent the threatened spread of a communicable disease by “closing schools, cinemas, churches, hotels or other places of public resort” was tabled in the House Of Assembly today. The Bill’s Explanatory Memorandum states, “This Bill seeks to amend the Public Health Act 1949 to […]

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Minister: $150 Million Increase In Debt Ceiling

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 17 Mar 2020 13:24:01 +0000

Due to the expected impact of the global Covid-19 pandemic, the Finance Ministry is taking the necessary action to secure emergency liquidity lines of credit, including an associated $150 million increase in the debt ceiling, Minister of Finance Curtis Dickinson said. Speaking in the House of Assembly on Monday [March 16] the Minister said, “The […]

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Minister Updates On Covid-19 Economic Plan

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 17:58:11 +0000

The pandemic has “unleashed both a global health emergency and an unprecedented economic crisis of historic magnitude,” unbudgeted Covid-19 expenditures for this fiscal year are estimated to be $70-$80 million, and Covid-19 will also cause a major decline in Government revenues, Minister of Finance Curtis Dickinson said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [May 8], […]

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Instagram Video 101: A Live IG Video Training

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 30 Oct 2019 12:36:20 +0000

If you’ve ever wanted to learn all about creating and posting videos to Instagram so that your business or personal brand can be more visible online, you’re in luck. A live training is scheduled for next week called Instagram Video 101: How to create videos for Instagram using what you already have. It will be […]

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Most Liked Bernews Instagram Photos Of 2019

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 01 Jan 2020 10:22:45 +0000

As we welcome in 2020, take a look back at the 10 most popular photos posted on Bernews Instagram page over the last year, with the photos in 2019's top ten ‘most liked’ on Instagram including a couple welcoming their ‘Hurricane baby,’ images of the seal that was found in Bermuda, and island residents donating […]

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Top 20 Most Viewed YouTube Videos Of 2019

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 01 Jan 2020 13:00:58 +0000

Bernews posted more than 1,000 videos on YouTube during 2019, with the top twenty most viewed videos on our channel including coverage of Cup Match, the Rising Inferno Concert with Koffee, the Bermuda Carnival Parade of Bands, the island’s LGBTQ Pride Parade, the Bermuda Day Parade, coverage of Hurricane Humberto, an overview of the NCL […]

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100WF Host Seminar On Mastering LinkedIn

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 27 Feb 2020 14:26:54 +0000

Members of the Bermuda 100 Women in Finance [100WF] network gained the opportunity to sharpen their skills on LinkedIn, learning how to develop their own personal brand and to gain tips to make meaningful connections with peers in the industry. The session, hosted and sponsored by Butterfield, kicked off the first of a new series […]

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WHO Offer Covid-19 Facts Via WhatsApp

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sun, 22 Mar 2020 13:26:54 +0000

The World Health Organization [WHO] has partnered with WhatsApp to bring facts about Covid-19 to people around the globe, launching an easy to use service which allows people to ask questions via the popular messaging service. Bernews signed up and tested it out, and found it very simple to use and comprehensive; it presents you […]

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AXA BSRA Squash Club Championships Day #1

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 26 Nov 2019 12:14:34 +0000

The 2019 AXA Bermuda Squash Racquets Association’s Club Championships got underway yesterday [Nov 25], and the results from the first day of competition follow below. Men’s Veterans 1st Round Tony Muldoon beat Tony Riker 12-10, 11-8, 11-7 Craig Marshall beat Kevin Gillespie 11-4, 11-5, 11-6 Daniel Sullivan beat Tony Prentice 11-7, 11-2, 12-10 John Stout beat […]

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Squash Event Postponed Due To Covid-19

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 12 Mar 2020 17:27:13 +0000

The 2020 Bermuda Squash Open -- which was scheduled to be held next week with over 30 international players — has been postponed due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The Bermuda Squash Racquets Association said, “After much discussion with Bermuda Government, the PSA and with members of our own BSRA Committee we have decided to postpone the 2020 […]

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Beat Breakers Event At Strykz On November 10

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Published On :: Tue, 05 Nov 2019 11:11:48 +0000

An event sponsored by The Akayo Group LTD dubbed as ‘Beat Breakers’ will be held on Sunday [Nov 10] from 8 pm until 2 am at Strykz Bowling Lounge, St. Davids. This event will feature DJ Korie Minors, “playing the best in Club, Techno, Afro beats, and Latin Music.” Related Stories Time Change For Destination Dockyard […]

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BEU To Host “Open Mic” Event On November 15

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Published On :: Fri, 08 Nov 2019 20:15:44 +0000

The Bermuda Entertainment Union [BEU] will be hosting an “Open Mic” event at the Leopard’s Club for members and potential members on Friday, November 15 from 7.00pm to 9.30pm. A spokesperson said, “On Friday Nov. 15th from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., the [BEU] is hosting an “Open Mic” event at the Leopard’s Club for […]

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Collie Buddz #1 On Billboard Reggae Album Chart

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Published On :: Thu, 12 Dec 2019 20:00:43 +0000

The latest album from Bermudian reggae artist Collie Buddz – titled Hybrid – is ranked number one on the Billboard Reggae Album chart for the week of December 14, 2019. The album — which also topped the charts back in June 2019 – has proved popular, having remained on the Billboard chart for the past 17 weeks. Screenshot […]

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Jugglin Jason To Host Program On Full 100 Radio

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Published On :: Mon, 13 Jan 2020 17:37:00 +0000

Jugglin Jason is set to host his popular radio program “The Office Workout” on The Full 100 Radio which will air Fridays from 10am to 3pm. A spokesperson said, “The Full 100 Radio is pleased to welcome its first live DJ, Bermuda’s own Jugglin Jason, to the family with his popular radio program the ‘Office […]

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17-Year-Old Arrested In Connection With Shooting

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 06 Feb 2020 16:06:29 +0000

[Updated] A 17-year-old male was arrested last night in “relation to the attempted murder of a man on North Shore Road,” the police have confirmed. Detective Superintendent Nicholas Pedro said, “We arrested a 17-year-old male from Devonshire on Court Street last night in relation to the attempted murder of a man on North Shore Road […]

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BCCL To Host Open House On March 14

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Published On :: Fri, 06 Mar 2020 11:36:35 +0000

The Bermuda Centre for Creative Learning [BCCL] will be hosting an open house on Saturday, March 14 from 9.00am to 11.00am. A spokesperson said, “BCCL is a private school for students who have a language-based learning difference, beginning at age six. Prospective parents are welcome to attend and learn more about BCCL’s personalized learning approach. […]

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Covid-19: No IB Exams At BHS This Year

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 23 Mar 2020 12:05:27 +0000

The Bermuda High School [BHS] announced that the IB examinations will not be held this year due to the Covid-19 pandemic. A spokesperson said, “BHS has announced to students, parents, and staff that the IB examinations due to take place between April 30th and May 22nd, will not be held this year due to the […]

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