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Weather Forecast For Tuesday May 5

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Published On :: Mon, 04 May 2020 21:00:19 +0000

Tuesday, May 5 is expected to see sunny skies, with the high to be near 22°C/72°F and the low to be near 18°C/65°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WNW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 68%. Sunrise will be at 6.28am and sunset will be at 8.03pm. […]

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Weather Forecast For Wednesday May 6

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Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 21:00:02 +0000

Wednesday, May 6 is expected to see a few clouds early, otherwise mostly sunny, with the high to be near 24°C/75°F and the low to be near 21°C/70°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 85%. Sunrise will be at 6.27am and […]

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Weather Forecast For Thursday May 7

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Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 21:00:47 +0000

Thursday, May 7 is expected to be windy with showers and thunderstorms likely, with the high to be near 23°C/74°F and the low to be near 18°C/65°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 86%. Sunrise will be at 6.26am and sunset […]

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Weather Forecast For Friday May 8

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Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 21:00:22 +0000

Friday, May 8 is expected to be windy with a few showers early then mostly sunny skies later in the day, with the high to be near 21°C/70°F and the low to be near 18°C/65°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be north. The relative humidity is expected to be near […]

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Weather Forecast For Saturday May 9

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Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 21:00:03 +0000

Saturday, May 9 is expected to be windy with a few clouds from time to time, with the high to be near 23°C/73°F and the low to be near 17°C/62°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 69%. Sunrise will be at […]

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27 Nations Set For Carifta Games In Bermuda

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Published On :: Thu, 06 Feb 2020 21:45:14 +0000

Local organisers have received the preliminary entries for the 2020 Carifta Games, and said that based on the entries at this time, 27 countries will be competing, with some 603 athletes and 119 coaches set to take part in the Games. Bermuda National Athletics Association President Donna Raynor said, “The BNAA and the Carifta Games […]

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Skyport Magic Mile Rescheduled For March 21

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Published On :: Wed, 26 Feb 2020 18:29:45 +0000

The Skyport Magic Mile – originally scheduled for Saturday, February 29 – has been rescheduled for Saturday, March 21. Organized by the Bermuda Pacers Track Club, the Skyport Magic Mile will be held at the National Sports Centre. The entry fee is $10, and the deadline for registration will be on Saturday, March 14. Related […]

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Keturah Bulford-Trott Wins Three Races

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Published On :: Thu, 27 Feb 2020 18:00:39 +0000

Keturah Bulford-Trott recently took to the track to compete in the Royal Open Indoor Track Meet representing Montverde Academy. Bulford-Trott ran to victory in the women’s varsity 100 meters, stopping the clock in a time of 12.20, just short of the women’s under 20 Carifta Games qualifying standard, which is set at 12.00. She also […]

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Minister: Bermuda Gears Up For Carifta Games

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Published On :: Sat, 29 Feb 2020 13:06:09 +0000

“I would encourage those who haven’t already gotten their tickets to go online to Carifta 2020 Bermuda and get your tickets,” Minister of Labour, Community Affairs and Sports Lovitta Foggo said in the House of Assembly, as she urged people to come out and support our athletes. Minister Foggo said, “In just 41 days Bermuda […]

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Bulford-Trott Wins 2 Gold Medals In Invitational

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Published On :: Fri, 06 Mar 2020 00:00:38 +0000

Keturah Bulford-Trott was recently back in action representing Montverde Academy during the Montverde Eagle Invitational Indoor Track Meet, earning two gold medals in running events. Bulford-Trott raced to a time of 12.29 to win the women’s varsity 100 meters race gold medal, following that up with the gold medal in the women’s varsity 200 meters […]

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Chrysda Smith Scores Twice For York University

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Published On :: Thu, 10 Oct 2019 19:00:19 +0000

Bermuda’s Chrysda Smith scored twice for York University Lions field hockey team as they defeated Western Mustangs by a score of 9-2. The school’s report said, “On Saturday the York University Lions field hockey team defeated the Western Mustangs at Varsity Field in Guelph, Ont., by a lopsided score of 9-2. “Several York players earned […]

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Hannover Re Walk/Run Set For November 24

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Published On :: Mon, 18 Nov 2019 16:59:23 +0000

Hannover Re [Bermuda] Ltd. and Friends of Hospice are once again partnering to host the Friends of Hospice/Hannover Re Walk/Run featuring a 5K, 10K, and half-marathon run, as well as a 5K and 10K walk, on November 24 at 7.30am at the Tucker Property on South Shore Road. A spokesperson said, “Hannover Re [Bermuda] Ltd. […]

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Jay Donawa 5K Fun Road Race Set For Dec 15

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Published On :: Wed, 11 Dec 2019 12:45:22 +0000

The Jay Donawa 5K Fun Road Race will be held on Sunday [Dec 15], with walkers to start at 8.00am and runners to start at 8.30am. A spokesperson said, “It’s that time of the year, with the third annual Jay Donawa 5K Fun Road Race to take place on Sunday, December 15. Walkers will start […]

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Road Closures For Warwick Academy Fun Run

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Published On :: Mon, 17 Feb 2020 17:49:37 +0000

The Ministry of Public Works is advising the public of road closures on Morgan Road and part of Harbour Road in Warwick to accommodate the Warwick Academy 5K Fun Run on Sunday [Feb 23]. A government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works advises motorists and pedestrians of road closures on Morgan Road and part […]

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ILO’s World Day For Safety & Health At Work

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Published On :: Tue, 28 Apr 2020 13:54:10 +0000

Around the world, April 28 is recognised as the International Labour Organisation [ILO]’s World Day for Safety and Health at Work. BPSU 1st Vice President, Sis Lalisha Simmons said, “Around the world, April 28 is recognised as the International Labour Organisation [ILO]’s World Day for Safety and Health at Work. “Historically, April 28 has been […]

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Relay For Life Continues To Raise Funds

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Published On :: Thu, 30 Apr 2020 20:09:27 +0000

While the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic has forced the cancellation of the annual Relay For Life event, Bermuda Relay is still working to raise funds for the Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre. A spokesperson said, “The COVID-19 crisis may have changed the way the island will Relay For Life this year, but it has not stopped […]

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Staff Member At Home For Self-Quarantine

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Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 21:58:10 +0000

Noting that “over the weekend, a single member of staff engaged in personal activities that did not adhere to Covid-19 physical distancing recommendations,” the Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre said that they can assure the community that the Centre has not been compromised as “this staff member remains at home for a period of self-quarantine.” A […]

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Minister: ‘Major Accomplishment For Bermuda’

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Published On :: Fri, 17 Jan 2020 20:41:49 +0000

Calling it an “excellent result and a major accomplishment for Bermuda,” Minister of Finance Curtis Dickinson announced that an international standards setting body “confirmed that Bermuda is one of the global leaders in the fight against money laundering, the financing of terrorism and proliferation.” Minister Dickinson said, “”The Bermuda Government has on many occasions highlighted […]

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Minister: ‘Excellent Outcome For Jurisdiction’

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Published On :: Fri, 31 Jan 2020 16:29:38 +0000

For Bermuda to have achieved such strong rankings in the Mutual Evaluation Report is an “excellent outcome for this jurisdiction,” Minister of Finance Curtis Dickinson said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [Jan 31], the Minister said, “I am extremely pleased to rise today to advise Honourable Members of the outstanding findings included in […]

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12-Year-Old Kamali Tucker Excited For Ag Show

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Published On :: Tue, 03 Mar 2020 13:46:37 +0000

Each year when the Ag Show rolls around Kamali Tucker is filled with excitement, as the 12-year-old likes meeting up with friends and checking out the exhibits and other entertainment, but for this passionate equestrian the real joy is in competing in horse jumping. The Bermuda High School [BHS] student admits the atmosphere at the […]

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Hamilton Announce ILS Platform Developments

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Published On :: Tue, 07 Jan 2020 21:25:06 +0000

Hamilton Insurance Group Ltd today [Jan 7] announced that its insurance-linked securities [ILS] platform has a new name and a new lead executive. A spokesperson said, “Formerly called Hamilton Capital Partners, the platform is now Hamilton ILS. Hanni Ali moves from his role as Senior Vice President, Risk & Analytics, Hamilton Re, Ltd., to the […]

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Apply For BILTIR Summer Intern Programme

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Published On :: Wed, 08 Jan 2020 11:42:47 +0000

Bermuda International Long Term Insurers and Reinsurers [BILTIR] is inviting local students to apply for a 10 week summer internship with a member company. BILTIR, which represents the island’s long-term insurers and reinsurers who provide life and annuity products, hopes the internship programme “will create a pipeline of local life insurance professionals, and that eventually […]

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Helix Underwriting Launches Bermuda Platform

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Published On :: Fri, 10 Jan 2020 12:05:53 +0000

Helix Underwriting Partners Ltd. [Helix] has received all necessary approvals to commence operations and has entered its first agency agreement to underwrite Middle Market Property Insurance on behalf of QBE in Bermuda. “Founded by industry veterans Claude Lefebvre, Nicholas Lucking and Neville Weston, Helix has been incorporated as the first multi-line independent Managing General Agent […]

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New Insurer For Crypto, Cannabis Businesses

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Published On :: Tue, 31 Mar 2020 12:56:46 +0000

Premier David Burt announced that Relm, an insurer that specializes in emerging business categories, has been granted a license by the Bermuda Monetary Authority [BMA]. A Government spokesperson said, “The new business, which is led by CEO Joe Ziolkowski and Operations Vice President Keyla Roman, is owned by Deltec International Group, a Bahamas-headquartered independent financial […]

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“Fish Fry” Postponed Due To Weather Forecast

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Published On :: Sat, 01 Feb 2020 13:00:19 +0000

The Bermuda Transport Museum “Fish Fry”, which was scheduled for this Sunday, has been postponed due to a forecast of inclement weather. The BTA posted on social media stating, “Due to a forecast of high winds & rain this Sunday [Feb 2], the Bermuda Transport Museum ‘Fish Fry’ is postponed. Our new date is Sunday, […]

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Princess: ‘Chocolate Cave’ For Valentine’s Day

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Published On :: Thu, 06 Feb 2020 19:26:19 +0000

Some 200lbs of chocolate will be used to create a ‘Chocolate Cave’ at the Hamilton Princess for Valentine’s Day, with diners able to treat themselves to an “enormous range of chocolate desserts, from mousses to cakes and truffles to a chocolate fountain.” “Marcus’, the flagship restaurant of Hamilton Princess & Beach Club, has announced the creation […]

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Meals On Wheels Appeals For Volunteers

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Published On :: Mon, 23 Mar 2020 10:36:52 +0000

Meals on Wheels are appealing for volunteers for kitchen operations, deliveries and also additional help with the phones and administration. A spokesperson said, “Meals on Wheels offer an essential and critical service and we need to keep operational through these challenging times. Many of our regular volunteers are no longer able to assist us and […]

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Butterfield Bank Donate $150,000 For Meals

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Published On :: Mon, 30 Mar 2020 13:46:53 +0000

The Bank of Butterfield is donating $150,000 for a programme with The Loren to deliver healthy meals to senior citizens and vulnerable persons in Bermuda during the Covid-19 health crisis, with the programme set to begin on Wednesday. A spokesperson said, “The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited and The Loren Hotel at Pink […]

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BMRC Racing Season Opener Set For May 26th

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Published On :: Tue, 26 Mar 2019 14:49:12 +0000

Sunday circuit racing is back with the Bermuda Motorcycle Racing Club [BMRC] kicking off their summer series on Sunday, May 26th at the RUBiS Southside Raceway, St. David’s. Gates are set to open at 11.30am, with the first class hitting the grid for a 1.00pm start. The BMRC’s race schedule is as follows: May 26th: […]

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Former Champion Expected At Ride-Out Event

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Published On :: Wed, 14 Aug 2019 00:31:20 +0000

Steve Plater – former British Superbike Champion, Isle of Man TT winner, and multiple North West 200 and Macau Grand Prix winner – is flying in to participate in Bermuda’s biggest Ride-Out and Auto Show, according to organisers. During his visit to Bermuda, he will take part in the 2019 Scooter Mart Bermuda Charge Charity […]

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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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BMRA To Host Info Desk For Bermuda Charge

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Published On :: Thu, 23 Jan 2020 20:08:08 +0000

The Bermuda Charge Race Committee and the Bermuda Motorcycle Racing Association [BMRA] will host an information desk for local racing prospects who would like to compete in motorcycle or touring car road races at the September 2020 event. The information desk will be set-up at the Transport Museum on Sunday 2nd February. Local riders and […]

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Keri Ebright Dedicates Effort To SOAR

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Published On :: Thu, 24 Jan 2019 13:15:16 +0000

A recent participant in the Bermuda Triangle Challenge dedicated her efforts “in memory of Connie Furtado and in honour of those who SOAR: Survivors Of Abuse and Rape.” Keri Ebright said, “The Bermuda Triangle Challenge is over – my legs feel it. I was grateful to be able to complete the full marathon challenge for […]

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Court: Cruise Ship Passenger Trial Set For June

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Published On :: Tue, 12 Feb 2019 20:12:04 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess] A New Jersey man who has pleaded not guilty to a sexual assault aboard a cruise ship has had his trial pushed back until June. The man, who resides in the United States and cannot be named at this stage for legal reasons, had previously denied that he committed the alleged offence against […]

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‘Inadequate Punishment For Sex Offenders’

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Published On :: Fri, 01 Mar 2019 03:09:53 +0000

The Advocates for Change invite the public to gather outside of the House of Assembly at 12:00pm on Friday March 1st, to “speak with their Member of Parliament about the inadequate punishment for sex offenders.” A spokesperson said, “One in three Bermuda residents suffered sexual abuse before the age of 18. This statistic was revealed […]

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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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Photos & Videos: 2020 Pedal For Paralympics

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Published On :: Sun, 12 Jan 2020 15:19:02 +0000

[Updated] The Bermuda Paralympic Association [BPARAS] is hosting a fundraising cycling event today [Jan 12], with participants riding from Dockyard to Ferry Reach Park to help raise funds for the island’s para-athletes. The event getting underway in Dockyard this morning: The cyclists were joined along part of the route by Paralympian Jessica Lewis, who was […]

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BTA: Fishing Event Hooks Return For Bermuda

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Published On :: Fri, 26 Jan 2018 18:50:57 +0000

A summer fishing tournament “pumped an estimated $4.6 million into the local economy and attracted 475 visitors to the island in 2017,” according to the Bermuda Tourism Authority. “The Bermuda Triple Crown Billfish Championship is a collection of three fishing tournaments in early July: Bermuda Billfish Blast, Bermuda Big Game Classic and Sea Horse Angler’s […]

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Light Tackle Tournament Set For June 23 & 24

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Published On :: Mon, 04 Jun 2018 23:00:11 +0000

Bermuda’s International Light Tackle Tournament [ILTT] is set to see its 51st iteration take place on June 23 and June 24. A spokesperson said, “In 2018 we’ll have a slightly modified format and two cornerstone sponsors, International Financial Planning and Crisson Jewellers. “This year the ILTT will be fished over two days on the weekend […]

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Annual Tropical Fish Show Set For Tomorrow

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Published On :: Fri, 16 Nov 2018 12:49:25 +0000

The Bermuda Fry-Angle Aquarium Society will stage its annual Tropical Fish Show tomorrow [Nov 17] from 10.00am to 4.00pm at the Botanical Garden’s Horticultural Hall in Paget. A spokesperson said, “We know many Bermudians have fish tanks in their homes and we encourage them to come out and see Bermuda’s best fish. There is no […]

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Red Hind Aggregation Areas Open For Fishing

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Published On :: Thu, 15 Aug 2019 15:36:24 +0000

The Red Hind aggregation areas within the seasonally protected areas will be open to fishing from today [Aug 15]. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Home Affairs wishes to advise the public that the Red Hind aggregation areas within the seasonally protected areas will be open to fishing from today [15 August, 2019]. “However, […]

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Annual Tropical Fish Show Set For Tomorrow

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Published On :: Fri, 15 Nov 2019 14:25:32 +0000

The Bermuda Fry-Angle Aquarium Society will hold its annual Tropical Fish Show tomorrow [Nov 16] from 10.00am to 4.00pm at the First Baptist Church in Devonshire. The event poster says, “Come and see Bermuda’s most beautiful and unusual fish on display and in competition. “Show your own best fish. Entry forms are available on fryangle.com […]

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Relicensing Period For Fishing Vessels Extended

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Published On :: Tue, 31 Mar 2020 18:50:52 +0000

Vessel safety inspections for commercial fishing vessels have been suspended and the relicensing period for commercial fishing vessels has been extended, and the new deadline will be April 30th 2020. A Government spokesperson said, “As a safety measure to minimize the risk of COVID-19 spread, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources is closed to […]

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Deadline For Submissions On Net Metering

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Published On :: Thu, 27 Jul 2017 18:20:22 +0000

Update: The deadline has been extended to Wednesday, August 2nd. Greenrock is reminding the members of the public that the deadline for submitting feedback regarding net metering is tomorrow [July 28]. Executive Director of Greenrock, Jonathan Starling said, “Greenrock would like to remind members of the public that the deadline for submitting feedback regarding net […]

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Clean Up To Begin For ‘Finger’ Solar Project

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 25 Jun 2018 19:35:37 +0000

The Ministry of Transport and Regulatory Affairs is advising motorists of site clean-up works to take place on ‘The Finger’ in St. David’s in connection with the new solar project. “Works will begin June 26th until July 31st, Monday through Friday,” a spokesperson said. “Works will get underway at 9.30 a.m. and are expected to […]

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‘Finger’ Clean Up Planned For November 28th

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Published On :: Tue, 27 Nov 2018 16:16:38 +0000

Clean-up work will take place on ‘The Finger’ in St. David’s, starting at 9.00am on November 28th and motorists should expect to see trucks moving between Clearwater Beach and the Airport Dump, the Government said today. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Home Affairs is advising motorists of upcoming further clean-up works to take place on […]

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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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NMB Offers Free Entry For Locals In February

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Published On :: Wed, 29 Jan 2020 18:24:27 +0000

The National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] is opening its doors for free to all Bermuda residents during the month of February, with residents asked to please bring proof of residency such as a license or utility bill. “While ‘Free for February’ has been a yearly initiative at the Museum, this year NMB is excited to […]

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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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BIFF Calls For Entries By Local Filmmakers

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Published On :: Mon, 18 Nov 2019 12:28:12 +0000

The Bermuda International Film Festival [BIFF] is calling on Bermudian and Bermuda-based filmmakers to submit their short films to be considered for screening in the short film competition at BIFF 2020, to be held March 20-26, 2020. “‘BerMovie Day’ will feature submissions from Bermudians anywhere or Bermuda-based filmmakers. It has become a popular evening celebration […]

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