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Evans & Smith Continue In World Cup Series

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Published On :: Sat, 25 Jan 2020 14:32:32 +0000

The fifth and final day of fleet racing wrapped-up at the 2020 Hempel World Cup Series in Miami. Many of the 182 sailors from 45 nations –  including Bermuda’s Rockal Evans and Benn Smith — raced with Olympic Qualification on the line and targeting a spot in Saturday’s pivotal medal races. Mexico’s Juan Perez Soltero […]

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Smith & Evans Conclude World Cup Series

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Published On :: Sun, 26 Jan 2020 15:29:17 +0000

Miami got a taste of Olympic class sailing at the highest level this week, and on Saturday champions were crowned at the 2020 Hempel World Cup Series in Miami. Bermuda pair Benn Smith and Rockal Evans both took to the water for the final day of racing, with both missing out on the North American […]

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Rower Shelly Pearson Qualifies For 2019 Pan Am

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Published On :: Thu, 20 Dec 2018 00:01:41 +0000

More than 200 rowers — including Bermuda’s Shelly Pearson – earned qualification for their countries to the Lima 2019 Pan American Games recently while competing at the Pan American Qualification Regatta in Rio de Janeiro. The best rowers from across the Americas gathered in iconic Rio de Janeiro, Brazil seeking the chance to compete at the Lima […]

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Field Hockey: Hawks, Budgies & Pink Robins Win

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Published On :: Mon, 30 Sep 2019 12:05:01 +0000

A Bermuda Field Hockey double header produced a total of 25 goals at the National Sports Center. Hawks 6 Ravens 1 A new Under 16 Boys’ team the Hawks took to the field for their first Bermuda Hockey Federation official match and they defeated the Ravens 6 – 1. Charlie Lightowler led the Hawks with a hat-trick, […]

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Bermuda Field Hockey: Griffins & Budgies Win

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Published On :: Mon, 28 Oct 2019 11:32:16 +0000

The Bermuda Field Hockey federation league season recently resumed at the National Sports Center with a double header that produced 15 goals. Longtails 1 – Griffins 5 The Griffins defeated the Longtails 6 – 1 in the opener. Jo Heaney led the way for the Griffins with a hat trick, while Donna McHolson scored twice. […]

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Field Hockey: Robins, Dragons & Budgies Win

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Published On :: Mon, 04 Nov 2019 12:15:48 +0000

The Bermuda Field Hockey federation league season recently resumed at the National Sports Center with a triple header that produced 13 goals. Pink Robins 4 Longtails 2 The Pink Robins got two goals off the stick of Leana Coetzee as they defeated the Longtails 4 – 2. Also getting on the scoresheet was Joanna Heaney […]

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Bermuda Field Hockey: Canaries Defeat Longtails

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Published On :: Mon, 03 Feb 2020 11:34:25 +0000

The Bermuda Field Hockey federation league season continues at the National Sports Center. Canaries 1 Longtails 0 The lone Bermuda Field Hockey match at the National Sports Center produced just one goal. The Canaries defeated the Longtails 1 – 0, with the only goal of the game coming in the 14th minute off the stick of Lynsey […]

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Field Hockey: Longtails, Budgies & Dragons Win

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Published On :: Mon, 24 Feb 2020 13:02:25 +0000

Action in the Bermuda Field Hockey League resumed at the National Sports Center this past weekend. Hawks 1 Longtails 3 The Longtails defeated the Hawks 3 – 1. The Hawks took the lead in the 32nd minute when Edward Ingham scored, but two minutes later the score was level when Dominique Brown scored for the […]

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BNAA Cross Country Series Championships

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Published On :: Tue, 03 Dec 2019 13:28:28 +0000

At the conclusion of the Bermuda National Athletics Cross Country National Championships, the series winners were announced. Claiming the Under 10 Girls title was Kelise Wade, Jaeda Grant was declared the Under 12 Girls winner. The Under 14 Girls winner was Carina Bortoli, while claiming the Under 17 Girls title was Jezhari Talbot. Jessie Marshall […]

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ZOOMA Women’s Race Series To Take Place

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Published On :: Sun, 09 Feb 2020 13:00:47 +0000

The ZOOMA Women’s Race Series will be held in Bermuda for the first time on February 15-16. Race options include a 2-Mile run on Saturday [Feb 15], which will start at Gibb’s Lighthouse as well as a 10K or Half Marathon race on Sunday [Feb 16], which will start at Front Street, Hamilton. According to […]

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PAHO Urges Countries To Maintain Vaccination

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Published On :: Sun, 26 Apr 2020 09:51:49 +0000

The Pan American Health Organization/World Health Organization [PAHO/WHO] experts said that the countries must strengthen vaccination against seasonal influenza and measles to prevent respiratory illness and vaccine-preventable disease outbreaks during the COVID-19 pandemic. A spokesperson said, “Countries must strengthen vaccination against seasonal influenza and measles to prevent respiratory illness and vaccine-preventable disease outbreaks during the […]

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‘Do Not Delay Non Covid Medical Emergencies’

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Published On :: Tue, 28 Apr 2020 17:40:56 +0000

Noting that “much attention is rightly and currently on Covid-19,” the Bermuda Hospitals Board said that it is important to remember that people continue to have other medical emergencies, and urged the public “not to delay in getting medical attention for any medical emergency.” A spokesperson said, “While much attention is rightly and currently on Covid-19 cases, […]

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Podcast Series To Promote Restaurant Weeks

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Published On :: Mon, 02 Mar 2020 15:24:12 +0000

A two-part, travel-themed podcast series recorded in Bermuda during Restaurant Weeks 2020 officially released its first installment today online. The content, produced by Travel with Meaning, is intended to promote next year’s Restaurant Weeks, the campaign’s 10th anniversary. Malcolm Gosling, President and CEO of Gosling’s International, is the interviewed subject for the debut episode. Bravo […]

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BMRC Motorcycle Circuit Racing Series Results

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Published On :: Mon, 09 Jul 2018 13:16:18 +0000

Yesterday’s Bermuda Motorcycle Racing Club race day was dedicated to Navell Ricky “Beetle” Darrell, a well loved and devoted senior racer of the club who passed away in a motorcycle accident recently. “The race day commenced with a memorial ride for Beetle where all racers from across the club’s four classes joined together and took […]

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Court: Cruise Passenger Denies Sexual Assault

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Published On :: Mon, 13 Aug 2018 19:28:00 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess] In Magistrates Court today, a cruise ship passenger from New Jersey pled not guilty to a charge of sexual assault. The 27-year-old man, who cannot be named for legal reasons, was alleged to have committed the crime against a fellow cruise ship passenger on August 10. His trial is scheduled to begin […]

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Court: 53-Year-Old Man Denies Rape Charge

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Published On :: Tue, 02 Oct 2018 10:00:20 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess] A 53-year-old man pleaded not guilty to a rape in 1988. The man, who cannot be named at this stage for legal reasons, allegedly committed the offence sometime between the dates of September 1988 and October 1988. His trial is scheduled to start in February 2019. His bail conditions remain the same […]

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Court: 57-Yr-Old Man Denies Sexual Offences

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Published On :: Mon, 03 Dec 2018 20:01:51 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess] A 57-year-old man pleaded not guilty to multiple sexual offences alleged to have taken place against a girl under the age of 14. The man, who cannot be named at this stage for legal reasons, denied touching a young person sexually while being in a position of trust on a date unknown […]

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Court: 37-Year-Old Man Denies Sexual Assault

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Published On :: Tue, 05 Mar 2019 19:35:34 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess] A 37-year-old man denied a charge of serious sexual assault. The man, who cannot be named at this stage for legal reasons, also pleaded not guilty to trespassing. The offences are alleged to have occurred on September 6, 2018. His trial is scheduled for June 10, 2019. Related Stories Court: Man Charged […]

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Court: 27-Year-Old Man Denies Sexual Assault

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Published On :: Tue, 12 Mar 2019 10:01:49 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess] A 27-year-old man denied a count of sexual assault that allegedly occurred last month. The man, who cannot be named at this stage for legal reasons, is accused of sexually assaulting a woman on February 14, 2019 in Southampton, and he is also charged with sexually assaulting the same woman on […]

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Court: Man Denies Charge Of Sexual Assault

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Published On :: Thu, 28 Mar 2019 19:02:13 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess] Appearing in Magistrates Court today [March 28], a man pleaded not guilty to sexual assault. The man, who is a police officer, cannot be named at this stage for legal reasons. The assault is alleged to have occurred on December 5, 2018, in Pembroke. The man was granted $5,000 bail, and his […]

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Court: 60-Year-Old Man Denies Sexual Assault

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Published On :: Thu, 09 May 2019 22:28:28 +0000

Appearing in Magistrates Court today [May 9], a Sandys man was charged with sexual assault. The 60-year-old man, who cannot be named at this stage for legal reasons, denied intruding on the privacy of a woman and sexually assaulting the same woman. The defendant was ordered to have no contact with the complainant and was […]

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Court: Man Denies Charge Of Sexual Assault

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Published On :: Mon, 01 Jul 2019 23:06:49 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess] A Southampton parish man was remanded into custody after pleading not guilty to a sexual assault that is alleged to have occurred during an armed robbery at Blue Hole Park on June 16. The 42-year-old man — who cannot be named at this stage for legal reasons — did plead guilty […]

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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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Media Lounge Launches ‘Afterhours’ Series

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Published On :: Wed, 22 Jan 2020 12:53:49 +0000

The Media Lounge is getting set to launch a new monthly film series called Afterhours, beginning with a screening of Knives and Skin on Saturday [Jan 25] at 9.00pm. A spokesperson said, “The series presents provocative, controversial and uncompromising films that take an innovative approach to the art of storytelling. These soon-to-be cult and art […]

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Drive-In Movies At City Hall In March

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Published On :: Fri, 07 Feb 2020 11:00:27 +0000

With the success of last year’s Drive-In movie night, the City is doing it again. On Saturday, March 7th, film enthusiasts are invited to load the family into the car, head to City Hall Car Park and settle in for a double-header of box office smashes. Entry into the event is free and food and […]

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MS Awareness Week Film Series & Discussion

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Published On :: Tue, 18 Feb 2020 11:25:13 +0000

As part of MS Awareness Week, the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Bermuda will be hosting a “Film Series & Discussion” at the Bermuda National Library on Tuesday, March 3 and on Thursday, March 5. Tuesday, March 3, 2020 in the Bermuda History and Cultural Studies Room:  A spokesperson said, “MS Focus Presents Research Edge with […]

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BUEI Talks Series To Cover ‘Nesting Sea Turtles’

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Published On :: Sun, 13 Mar 2016 23:00:31 +0000

The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] will present “Nesting Sea Turtles” by Dr. Mark Outerbridge as part of the BUEI Talks series on Thursday, March 17. The event poster says, “Bermuda once had a thriving sea turtle nesting colony, however years of targeted hunting by humans caused this rookery to collapse. Dr. Mark Outerbridge, Wildlife […]

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‘Turtles Dying As A Result Of Human Activities’

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Published On :: Thu, 30 Jun 2016 20:21:54 +0000

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources is “urging the public to reduce human impact on sea turtles living in Bermuda’s waters” saying that “turtles are still dying as a result of human activities.” “Sea turtles have been completely protected by legislation since 1972,” a spokesperson said. “The legislation prohibits direct harvesting and intentional harm […]

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Free Saturday Activities At National Museum

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Published On :: Fri, 21 Feb 2020 12:08:34 +0000

The National Museum of Bermuda is offering free Saturday activities — including Palmetto weaving, book readings and chair yoga — during the month of February. A spokesperson said, “National Museum of Bermuda is offering free Saturday activities during the month of February. This coming Saturday, February 22, local artist and historian Ronnie Chameau and Bermudian author […]

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‘Eco Lunch & Learn’ Series Returns For Spring

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Published On :: Sun, 23 Feb 2020 18:00:47 +0000

The Bermuda Environmental Sustainability Taskforce [BEST] and Bermuda College have kicked off a new season of their Eco Lunch & Learn Series II. A spokesperson said, “The second half of Series II runs on the last Thursday of each month in February, March and April, 2020. Series III will begin with another slate of presentations […]

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Photos: Bermuda Sailors In World Series In Miami

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Published On :: Tue, 28 Jan 2020 00:00:48 +0000

Sailors Benn Smith and Rockal Evans represented Bermuda in the recently concluded Hempel World Cup Series 2020 in Miami, which saw hundreds of sailors from around the world take part in the 470, RS:X, Laser, Laser Radial and Finn fleets. Evans finished in 10th place overall in the Finn class, while Smith finished 15th overall […]

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National Sports Governing Bodies Hold Meeting

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Published On :: Sun, 02 Dec 2018 20:21:34 +0000

The Association of National Sports Governing Bodies [ANSGB] held their General Assembly Meeting on Saturday, December 1st at the CedarBridge Academy. Delegates representing Bermuda Boxing Association, Bermuda Association of Motorsports, Bermuda Badminton Association, Bermuda Basketball Association, Bermuda Bicycle Association, Bermuda Body Building and Fitness Federation, Bermuda Bowling Federation, Bermuda Cricket Board, Bermuda Darts Association, Bermuda Equestrian […]

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Violinist Sisters Set To Open For Red Priest

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Published On :: Thu, 20 Feb 2020 17:03:39 +0000

Violinist sisters Sari and Naphisa Smith are getting set to open for Red Priest in the Bermuda Festival this weekend. A spokesperson said, “Instrumental music is a universal language that allows one to make up his/her own story – phrasing it in different ways, coming up with one’s own words or pictures in the mind. […]

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Turini Styles Celebrities For Elle Magazine

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Published On :: Sat, 12 Oct 2019 15:00:40 +0000

Shiona Turini recently worked as a stylist for Elle Magazine’s ’2019 Women in Hollywood’ covers, with the Bermudian fashion consultant styling celebrities including Mindy Kaling, Lena Waithe, Melina Matsoukas, and Jodie Turner-Smith. In total, the special 2019 Women in Hollywood issue features Dolly Parton, Zendaya, Nicole Kidman, Mindy Kaling, Natalie Portman, Lena Waithe, Melina Matsoukas, […]

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Shiona Turini Styles New Barbie Doll Series

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Published On :: Tue, 18 Feb 2020 16:43:10 +0000

Shiona Turini worked with Barbie for their latest campaign, with the iconic doll brand saying they were “proud to collaborate” with the Bermudian stylist for “this series celebrating diversity through fashion.” Barbie posted on Instagram saying, “Proud to collaborate with stylist and creative consultant @shionat for this series celebrating diversity through fashion,” and then quoted Ms […]

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Apply For BELCO Scholarships & Bursaries

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Published On :: Mon, 27 Apr 2020 13:17:40 +0000

BELCO has extended the application deadline for its annual scholarships and bursaries until May 31, 2020. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] has extended the application deadline for its annual scholarships and bursaries, ranging from $1,000 to $25,000 per selected student. Bermudian students may now apply for this year’s scholarships by May […]

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Court: Man Denies Sexual Assault Charges

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Published On :: Tue, 01 Oct 2019 12:36:02 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess] A 25-year-old man was charged with two counts of sexual assault. The man, who cannot be named at this stage for legal reasons, denied both charges which allegedly occurred in July of this year. He pleaded not guilty to grabbing a woman, and also denied exposing himself to the same woman […]

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Court: Man Denies Drug And Ammo Charges

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Published On :: Thu, 03 Oct 2019 12:24:15 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess] A man pleaded not guilty to drug and ammunition charges in Supreme Court. Winston Paynter denied all charges put to him. The prosecution alleged that Mr Paynter between a date unknown and April 11, 2019, conspired with others to import heroin to Bermuda, and that on April 11, 2019, he possessed heroin […]

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Court: Man Denies Assaulting Police Officer

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Published On :: Thu, 07 Nov 2019 20:34:56 +0000

Appearing in Magistrates Court today [Nov 7], a 28-year-old man denied assaulting an off duty police officer and threatening his wife. Jaron Roberts denied unlawfully assaulting PC Stephen Cosham and causing actual bodily harm in an increased penalty zone near Clearwater Beach, and also denied two counts of intimidation, with the court hearing he allegedly rode […]

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Court: Boater Denies Manslaughter Charge

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Published On :: Tue, 03 Dec 2019 17:10:03 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess] A boater pleaded not guilty to a manslaughter charge. Mikado Burchall, from Smith’s, denied causing the death of Adrian Hassell, 24, on New Year’s Day in Sandys near Lefroy House. He also pleaded not guilty to piloting the boat while his ability to do so was impaired. His next court date […]

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Court: Lawyer Denies Charges Involving Theft

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Published On :: Wed, 04 Dec 2019 14:34:08 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess] A lawyer pleaded not guilty to charges involving theft and deception totaling $86,216.01. Nancy Vieira, 46, denied two charges of theft. One allegedly occurred between August 2015 and October 2016, in which she allegedly stole $28,615 via ATM withdrawals. The second allegedly occurred from August 2016, and October 2016, in which she […]

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Court: Robinson Denies Mistreatment, Assault

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Published On :: Fri, 06 Dec 2019 14:49:04 +0000

Appearing in Magistrates Court, 51-year-old Kennette Robinson — the Assistant Director of Child and Family Services –  denied mistreatment of a child and unlawful assault. The offenses are alleged to have taken place at the LF Wade International Airport in St. Georges in May of last year. Senior Magistrate Juan Wolffe granted bail in the amount […]

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Court: 36-Year-Old Man Denies Sexual Assault

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Published On :: Sat, 28 Dec 2019 15:41:35 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess] A Warwick man pleaded not guilty to a sexual assault that allegedly occurred 17 years ago. The 36-year-old man, who cannot be named at this stage for legal reasons, elected to have his case tried in Magistrates Court rather than Supreme Court. The Crown said the offence happened sometime between April 1st […]

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UK Court: Swan Denies Assaulting Footballer

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 15 Jan 2020 15:58:00 +0000

Damien Swan has pleaded not guilty in a British court to a charge of allegedly assaulting former footballer Gary McAllister, according to multiple reports from the British media. According to the West Yorkshire Police, “Damien Swan, aged 33, of Greenmount Terrace, Beeston, was charged by postal requisition with assault occasioning actual bodily harm in relation to […]

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TROIKA To Host Theatre Workshop Series Event

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Published On :: Wed, 11 Feb 2015 16:16:07 +0000

TROIKA Bermuda will be hosting their fourth Performing Arts Master Class Workshop entitled ‘Bermuda to Broadway’ on Saturday February 21st, 2015 at The Berkeley Institute. A spokesperson said, TROIKA Bermuda invites you to Sing, Dance, Act and Engage in All Things Musical Theatre at our “Bermuda to Broadway” Theatre Workshop Series Event. “TROIKA Bermuda is […]

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Research Studies Residents’ Perceptions Of AC

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Published On :: Thu, 13 Jul 2017 12:30:40 +0000

A peer-reviewed paper titled “The Economic Impacts and Perceptions of Residents, of Bermuda Hosting the 35th America’s Cup,” which outlines a study conducted by Bermuda College’s Senior Marketing Lecturer Shawn Deshields and Institutional Research Officer Cordell Riley, offers a number of insights into local perception of the event. A spokesperson said, “In 2015, when news of […]

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Report: Sailing Series Might Come To Bermuda

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Published On :: Wed, 18 Oct 2017 14:29:32 +0000

Larry Ellison, whose syndicate lost the America’s Cup to New Zealand, might be announcing a “World Series of Sailing” event, with an article at by sailing journalist Rob Mundle saying “it is now likely” that one round of the World Series would be held in Bermuda. The story said “Larry Ellison, whose syndicate lost the […]

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BTA: Officials Explore Superyacht Opportunities

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Published On :: Wed, 18 Apr 2018 15:44:50 +0000

Officials who put on superyacht racing during the 35th America’s Cup last year are back in Bermuda this week to explore new superyacht opportunities on the island. “The people who put on the Superyacht Regatta and the J Class Regatta during the America’s Cup have been looking for the right opportunity to come back to […]

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Scott: Where Are Fintech Jobs & Opportunities?

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Published On :: Thu, 11 Oct 2018 15:02:19 +0000

The America’s Cup ”brought employment opportunities and significant economic benefits to Bermuda,” OBA Deputy Leader Leah Scott today, before asking “where are the jobs and economic opportunities” from Fintech. She went on to suggest that “Bermuda should request that the Government produce a preliminary economic assessment of the impact Fintech investment has had on our economy […]

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Police: 25-Year-Old Man Dies After Being Stabbed

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Published On :: Mon, 27 Aug 2018 05:07:16 +0000

[Updated] A man was rushed to King Edward Memorial Hospital early this morning [Aug 27] after being stabbed during an incident in Southampton, according to police. Police Media Relations Manager Dwayne Caines said, “The Bermuda Police Service responded to a report of an incident that took place at 12:10am on Monday outside of Southampton Rangers […]

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