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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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Video: Dr Weldon On Bermuda’s Covid-19 Testing

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Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 13:21:49 +0000

Dr. Carika Weldon attended the Government press briefing held on Wednesday [May 6] in order to provide a scientific overview of Bermuda’s Covid-19 testing. As of yesterday [May 7], Bermuda had completed 3,719 tests, with 118 positive results and 3,601 negative results. Of the 118 positive results, 61 people have recovered and, sadly, seven people […]

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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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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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Equestrian: Inwood Hunter Jumper Show Results

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Published On :: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 12:10:24 +0000

The Inwood Hunter Jumper Show took place at the National Equestrian Center on Vesey Street. Phillip Corriea was crowned the Overall Adult Champion, Alison Dyer-Fagundo was the Reserve Adult Champion, and there was a tie for the Overall Junior Champion with Kayla Bardgett and Tyler James sharing the title. There was also a tie for […]

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Photos/Video/Results: Equestrian Home Show

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Published On :: Mon, 09 Dec 2019 13:21:56 +0000

[Updated with photos] The Bermuda Equestrian Federation’s Welcome Home Show took place at the National Equestrian Center on Vesey Street with Phillip Correia and his team of Courtney Sims, Stephanie Kemp and Mackenzie James winning with a score of 400.14 points. Patrick Nisbett and his team of Tyler James, Vicki Steele and Jaeda Smith finished […]

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Ki-Juan Minors Wins Class At WEF Festival

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Published On :: Sat, 11 Jan 2020 00:00:21 +0000

Ki-Juan Minors began competing in the 2020 Winter Equestrian Festival at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center in Florida. Minors and Pop Muzic picked up the win in the Pre Green Hunter 3 & 4 Year Old Class. The Bermudian equestrian also took to the ring for the Pre Green Hunter 3 & 4 Year […]

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Equestrian: FEI Jumping Challenge Results

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Published On :: Mon, 17 Feb 2020 20:41:25 +0000

After a 24-hour delay due to adverse weather conditions, Bermuda equestrians achieved very favorable scores in the first of three separate competitions that comprise the 2020 FEI Jumping World Challenge. A spokesperson said, “Leading the way in Category A [1.20 – 1.30m] was Philip Correia and Emerson with double clear rounds and a time of […]

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Equestrian: Dressage Championship Cancelled

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Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 10:00:39 +0000

The 2020 Adequan/FEI North American Youth Championship for dressage, scheduled to be held in Michigan from August 4 to August 9, has been cancelled due to the Covid-19 pandemic. A spokesperson said, “The United States Equestrian Federation announced that the 2020 Adequan/FEI North American Youth Championship for dressage, scheduled to be held in Michigan from […]

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AM Best Affirms Ratings Of StarStone Insurance

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Published On :: Sat, 07 Dec 2019 11:00:03 +0000

AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A- [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings of “a-” of StarStone Insurance Bermuda Limited [StarStone] [Bermuda] and its subsidiaries, StarStone Insurance SE [Liechtenstein], StarStone Specialty Insurance Company [StarStone Specialty] and StarStone National Insurance Company [StarStone National]. The outlook of these Credit Ratings [ratings] remains stable. […]

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AM Best Affirms Credit Ratings Of Argus Group

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Published On :: Thu, 19 Dec 2019 15:05:06 +0000

AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating [FSR] of A- [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating [Long-Term ICR] of “a-” of Argus Insurance Company Limited and Bermuda Life Insurance Company Limited. Both companies are subsidiaries of Argus Group Holdings Limited. Concurrently, AM Best has affirmed the Long-Term ICR of Argus Group at “bbb-”. The […]

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AM Best Upgrades Somerset Re Credit Ratings

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Published On :: Sun, 23 Feb 2020 11:00:08 +0000

AM Best has upgraded the Financial Strength Rating to A- [Excellent] from B++ [Good] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating to “a-” from “bbb+” of Bermuda-based Somerset Reinsurance Ltd. The outlook of these Credit Ratings has been revised to stable from positive. A statement from the ratings agency said, “The ratings reflect Somerset Re’s balance […]

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BTA Release Bermuda Food Harvest Almanac

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Published On :: Fri, 03 Jan 2020 11:15:36 +0000

With the help of local farmers, fishermen and beekeepers, the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] has created a Bermuda Food Harvest Almanac to debut this weekend at the Botanical Gardens Farmers’ Market. The pocket-sized guide is “designed to connect restaurateurs, grocers and consumers with locally grown foods at their freshest.” “As we roll out a food […]

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Heritage Picnic Launches Restaurant Weeks

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Published On :: Thu, 16 Jan 2020 23:39:59 +0000

A picnic combining Bermuda’s creative talent and centuries-old island history has officially launched Restaurant Weeks 2020. Under sunny skies, 60 attendees enjoyed the outdoor fragrance and food-pairing lunch staged by the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] in the rose garden of 300-year-old Waterville, the Bermuda National Trust Headquarters in Paget. The event, teaming luxury picnic purveyor and event […]

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Restaurant Weeks Events With Chef Adjepong

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Published On :: Mon, 20 Jan 2020 20:52:35 +0000

While the upcoming Bermuda Culture & Heritage Dinner is sold out, a number of events will allow the public to engage with celebrity chef Eric Adjepong during his time on the island for Restaurant Weeks, including a live podcast event, Afro Jam, the Lionfish Bites fundraiser, a Sunday brunch, and the Wild Flavours Foraging Tour. […]

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Food Review: Restaurant Weeks At Marcus

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Published On :: Thu, 23 Jan 2020 12:33:42 +0000

[Written by Mikaela Ian Pearman] It’s that time of year again – Restaurant Weeks! It’s almost like a holiday, because there are such amazing deals on offer and it helps with the January blues. My first stop their year was Marcus’ at Hamilton Princess. Marcus’ is one of my favourite restaurants and Chef Danai is truly […]

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Review: Restaurant Weeks At Island Brasserie

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Published On :: Fri, 24 Jan 2020 19:13:14 +0000

[Written by Mikaela Ian Pearman] My second stop for Restaurant Weeks was the fabulous Island Brasserie at Rosewood Bermuda. It’s one of my favourite spots because the food by Chef Gerry Adams is always incredible. Island Brasserie launched a new steakhouse-style menu last year and Chef Gerry explained he decided to select items from the […]

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Review: Restaurant Weeks At Tempest Bistro

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Published On :: Sun, 26 Jan 2020 21:13:32 +0000

[Written by Mikaela Ian Pearman] For my third stop for Restaurant Weeks, I decided to head to Tempest Bistro because it’s a great spot for amazing food and they had vegan options on the RW menu. I’m not vegan but I love well-executed vegan food. Tempest had a vegan special for each course, which is incredible […]

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Tempest Bistro Veganuary Dinner On January 31

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Published On :: Thu, 30 Jan 2020 00:00:42 +0000

[Written by Mikaela Ian Pearman] Tempest Bistro will be ending January out on a healthy, but delicious note with its annual Veganuary dinner. The event premiered last year and was completely sold out. The chefs presented such an innovative, delicious vegan feast that the restaurant knew they had to do it again. Veganuary will be […]

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Food Review: Restaurant Weeks At Sul Verde

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Published On :: Thu, 30 Jan 2020 10:30:02 +0000

[Written by Mikaela Ian Pearman] My fourth stop for Restaurant Weeks was Sul Verde at Rosewood Bermuda. I love Sul Verde because the vibe is so relaxed and they have the best pizza in Bermuda. I was excited to sample the special menu to try dishes I’d never had there. I tend to order the same […]

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Survey Results Praise Restaurant Weeks

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Published On :: Fri, 14 Feb 2020 21:00:50 +0000

[Updated with video] An effort to raise the profile of Bermuda Restaurant Weeks by introducing food experiences beyond the walls of a restaurant has won favour with restaurateurs, according to an industry survey. A spokesperson said, “Two events – a fragrance and food pairing picnic and a church-inspired culture dinner – took place during Restaurant […]

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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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Fairmont Southampton To Hold Dining Festival

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Published On :: Thu, 05 Mar 2020 16:22:55 +0000

Fairmont Southampton is getting set to hold a dining and sustainability festival from April 3 to April 6. A spokesperson said, “The weekend of events will launch with locally sourced and inspired food and beverage pairing dinners including the Pollinator Dinner and Lion Fish Dinner, culminating in a sustainable dining and food festival on Sunday […]

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Meal Pick Up Plan Aimed To Help Restaurants

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 18 Mar 2020 18:27:58 +0000

In light of the global Covid-19 pandemic, the Bermuda Chamber of Commerce launched an initiative aimed at keeping restaurants operating, with a “plan to have customers order meals online and pick up curbside. ” A spokesperson said, “Today the Bermuda Chamber of Commerce launched an initiative with the assistance of the City of Hamilton and the […]

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Appleby Support Restaurants With Gift Cards

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 30 Mar 2020 12:35:57 +0000

Appleby’s Bermuda office is supporting local restaurants by giving all its employees $100 gift cards to use for takeout meals, or in the restaurants when they open again. Bermuda Managing Partner, Tim Faries said: “Appleby has deep roots in Bermuda and we wanted to do our part to support the local restaurants that are struggling […]

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Mitchell Finishes With Fastest Triple Crown Time

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 08 Apr 2019 09:31:21 +0000

Jyire Mitchell turned out for the first time for Team Holeshot Motor Sports on the Canadian AX circuit. Mitchell clocked the comfortable pole position fastest time after first round of qualifiers at the Triple Crown Series. Mitchell was in Group B and he clocked a time of 20.928, with the second place rider in the […]

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Police Confirm: 60-Year-Old Sandys Man Arrested

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 27 Feb 2019 21:06:55 +0000

The police have confirmed the arrest of a 60-year-old Sandys man in “connection with a sexual assault.” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service can confirm the arrest of a 60-year-old Sandys man in connection with a sexual assault. “He was subsequently released on Police bail and an investigation into the matter is now […]

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Bermuda Karting Club Latest Standings

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 05 Mar 2020 12:42:30 +0000

The Bermuda Karting Club’s season is well underway, and today we take a look at the Current Standings in each class as of February 23rd, 2020. Jason North leads the LO206 Senior Class with 703 points, while Scott Barnes is in second with 644 points, and David Barbosa is third with 617 points. The TAG […]

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Bermuda Better Energy Plan Student Contest

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Published On :: Mon, 22 Oct 2018 21:47:31 +0000

Greenrock and BE Solar have just announced a schools competition for the best consultation response on Bermuda’s energy future. “Students have until 5:00pm on Friday the 23rd of November, 2018 to write a response to the consultation and submit it to the Regulatory Authority of Bermuda,” a spokesperson said. “Responses may support any of the […]

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2019 Manhattan Short Film Festival At BUEI

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Published On :: Thu, 26 Sep 2019 15:13:40 +0000

The 2019 Manhattan Short Film Festival will be held at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] tomorrow [Sept 27] at 7.30pm, Saturday [Sept 28] at 7.30pm, and Sunday [Sept 29] at 5.15pm. A spokesperson said, “BUEI Films presents: Manhattan Short Film Festival “Friday, Sept. 27th at 7:30pm “Saturday, Sept. 28th at 7:30pm “Sunday, Sept. 29th at […]

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BUEI To Screen “The Biggest Little Farm” Again

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Published On :: Fri, 08 Nov 2019 13:00:51 +0000

The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute will present the 6th showing of “The Biggest Little Farm” on Sunday [Nov 10] at 5.15pm in the Tradewinds Theatre at BUEI. The event poster says, “The Biggest Little Far follows two dreamers and a dog on an odyssey to bring harmony to both their lives and the land. Trailer […]

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Bermuda International Film Festival Postponed

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Published On :: Mon, 16 Mar 2020 10:05:08 +0000

The Bermuda International Film Festival announces that it has postponed this year’s event. “Upon review of new restrictions to limit public gatherings, we agree the health and safety of the public must take precedence,” a spokesperson said. “BIFF was scheduled to be held March 20-26 at Speciality Cinema in Hamilton. “Festival organisers released the following […]

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Sea Turtle Nest Found On Beach, 15 Hatchlings

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Published On :: Mon, 17 Aug 2015 13:55:07 +0000

The beach at Alexandra Battery in St. George’s is currently closed to public use as a turtle nest was discovered yesterday on the beach, and 15 hatchlings have been found. A spokesperson said, “The Department of Parks wishes to inform the public that the beach at Alexandra Battery, located in St. George’s, is currently closed […]

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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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BEST: ‘Ethical Dilemmas’ With Turtle Relocation

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Published On :: Fri, 12 May 2017 13:02:11 +0000

[Updated] “The planned temporary relocating of turtles — certainly with the turtles’ interest at heart — from the America’s Cup main racecourse, poses a number of environmental and ethical dilemmas,” BEST said today. It was previously announced that in “anticipation of intense boating activity in the Great Sound,” the America’s Cup Bermuda is “coordinating a […]

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Column: Sea Turtles Nesting Here & Abroad

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Published On :: Wed, 01 Aug 2018 00:00:34 +0000

[Written by Jennifer Gray] The summer months are typically nesting season for sea turtles in our region. With Bermuda’s nesting sea turtles extirpated by the late 1800’s, the idea of sea turtles nesting on our shores again causes great excitement. This was the case in 1990 and again in 1995 when loggerhead nests were found […]

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Investigation Continues Into Robbery & Attack

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 17 Jun 2019 21:59:16 +0000

The police continue to investigate the appalling incident in which a grown man brandished a knife and robbed a mother and her child, punching the 13-year-old son who bravely intervened to assist his mother. A police spokesperson said, “A mother, said to be a 32-year-old Paget woman and her son, said to be a 13-year-old […]

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42-Year-Old Man Arrested After Armed Robbery

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Published On :: Fri, 28 Jun 2019 21:13:27 +0000

A 42-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the armed robbery that took place at Blue Hole Hill Park on Sunday, June 16th, the police have confirmed. Police previously said the a man brandished a knife and robbed a mother and her child, punching the 13-year-old son who bravely intervened to assist his mother. […]

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Three Men Arrested In Connection With Robbery

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 30 Jan 2020 16:59:10 +0000

“Three men were taken into custody overnight from a residence in Warwick in relation to the armed robbery at Gold Standard in the Washington Mall,” the police have confirmed. Detective Superintendent Nicholas Pedro, Crime Division said, “Three men were taken into custody overnight from a residence in Warwick in relation to the armed robbery at […]

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Chester Zoo Releases Snails In Bermuda

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 18 Mar 2020 11:02:26 +0000

Conservationists from Chester Zoo in the United Kingdom have released 800 lesser Bermuda snails on the island as they work to pull the species back from the brink of extinction. A story on the Chester Zoo website said, “The 800 lesser Bermuda snails, which were once driven to the brink of existence, have been given […]

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2020 Cahow Nesting Season Proving Successful

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 11:00:44 +0000

The 2020 Cahow nesting season has seen 134 breeding pairs produce 68 confirmed chicks, with all but two chicks at good or above average weights. A spokesperson said, “The 2020 Cahow nesting season has a record number of 134 breeding pairs, which have produced 68 confirmed chicks.” Jeremy Madeiros, Principle Conservation Officer, said, “After my […]

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Photos: BHB Sets Up Tent For Covid-19 Testing

By bernews.com
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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Photos: Drive Through Testing At Southside

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 27 Apr 2020 11:55:55 +0000

On Friday [April 24], the Government launched the drive-through testing facility at Southside, which offers free testing to essential workers, including hospital staff, health care workers, police officers, fire service officers, soldiers, prison officers, grocery staff, pharmacy staff, gas stations, utility workers, security officers, stevedores, and other essential workers. Those who wish to get tested can […]

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Photos: Mariners Defeat The Rest On Spirit Day

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 27 Dec 2019 10:26:23 +0000

Mariners Spirit Day started under sunny blustery skies with a good crowd present at the Warwick Academy School Field. The Mariners took on The Rest, with the Mariners picking up the 21 – 14 win. Dustin Archibald powered over from 2 meters out, and when Jamie Hodgkins converted it gave the Mariners a 7 – […]

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Marvin Pestcoe Joins Hamilton Insurance Board

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Published On :: Thu, 27 Feb 2020 20:16:56 +0000

Hamilton Insurance Group, the Bermuda-headquartered group of companies has appointed Marvin Pestcoe company’s Board of Directors. A spokesperson said, “Mr. Pestcoe is Executive Chair and Chief Executive Officer at Langhorne Re, the joint-venture, third-party capital-backed life and annuity reinsurance firm launched by RenaissanceRe and Reinsurance Group of America. “Mr. Pestcoe’s 35-year career in insurance, reinsurance […]

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Everest Announces Senior Leadership Changes

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Published On :: Tue, 03 Mar 2020 14:13:09 +0000

Everest Re Group, Ltd. announced that Sanjoy Mukherjee will transition from his Bermuda role on April 1 and return to his full time duties as General Counsel and Corporate Secretary of Everest Re Group, Ltd. The company said, “Everest Re Group announced today that Sanjoy Mukherjee, Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary, and current Managing […]

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Multiple Trucks Damaged In West End Collision

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 11 Sep 2018 19:52:11 +0000

[Updated] Emergency services responded to a collision on Middle Road in Southampton this afternoon [Sept 11] that appeared to involve multiple trucks and resulted in one vehicle smashing into a roadside barrier and the side panel of another truck being peeled back. Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service, police and ambulance personnel attended the scene where […]

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Colonial To Cover Covid-19 Antibody Testing

By bernews.com
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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Huckleberry Restaurant Launches Online Store

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 15:25:39 +0000

Huckleberry Restaurant & Rosedon Hotel recently re-launched its curbside pick-up service with a new online storefront at HuckleberryBDA.com. A spokesperson said, “Huckleberry Restaurant & Rosedon Hotel have officially re-launched curbside pick-up service with a new web-enabled storefront at HuckleberryBDA.com. “The new website showcases six weeks of hard work by our team, who stayed on the […]

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