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MAAC Juniors Win Six Medals In New York

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Published On :: Wed, 19 Feb 2020 12:20:35 +0000

Six MAAC Juniors recently competed in the 2020 Armory Youth Championships in New York, winning a total of six medals, including four gold and two silver. Shayla Cann claimed two gold medals. Her first came in the 15-16 girls 800m as she clocked a time of 2:27:70. Cann then ran the 15-16 girls 400m race, picking […]

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Video: Caribbean Grand Prix Pro Launch

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Published On :: Wed, 02 Oct 2019 13:49:24 +0000

[Updated] A press conference is being held this morning [Oct 2] for the launch of the Caribbean Grand Prix Pro fitness show, with the IFFB Pro qualifier set to be held on Saturday, December 7th, 2019 at CedarBridge Academy. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update: […]

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Photos: Caribbean Grand Prix Pro Fitness Show

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Published On :: Sun, 08 Dec 2019 16:32:27 +0000

The Caribbean Grand Prix Pro fitness show, with the IFFB Pro qualifier was held in the Ruth Seaton James Auditorium on Saturday [Dec 7] at CedarBridge Academy. Prejudging started at 10.00am and the main event competition got underway at 5.00pm. There was a Fitness Expo held throughout the day and night with multiple vendors on […]

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Minister Wilson Opens IFFB Competition & Expo

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Published On :: Tue, 10 Dec 2019 13:26:29 +0000

Minister of Health Kim Wilson officially opened Bermuda’s first IFFB Professional League Bodybuilding Competition and Fitness Expo at CedarBridge Academy on Saturday [Dec 7]. Minister Wilson said during her opening remarks, “Thank you to organizers – Absolute Focus and Smith Technologies – for coordinating this event which has as one of its goals to promote […]

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Premier Confirms Sixth Covid-19 Related Death

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Published On :: Mon, 27 Apr 2020 11:00:23 +0000

[Updated] Premier David Burt confirmed that a senior citizen has died due to Covid-19, which marks the sixth Covid-19 related death in Bermuda. Early this morning, Premier Burt tweeted, “Earlier I was informed about the passing of a senior citizen due to Covid-19. This death marks the sixth Covid-19 related death in Bermuda. This is […]

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Column: Foods To Combat Anxiety & Depression

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Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 10:45:11 +0000

[Opinion column written by Agathe Holowatinc] Recently, I was asked: “Agathe, is there such a thing as foods that help combat anxiety and depression? If so – what are they?” And so that’s what I’d like to focus on today in my post, because it’s a very timely question, given the global panic around coronavirus […]

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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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Bermuda Riders Excel In Dressage Challenge

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Published On :: Mon, 27 Jan 2020 17:03:59 +0000

The Federation Equestre Internationale [FEI] has released the Regional and FEI World Classification results based upon individuals and teams for the 2019 FEI World Dressage Challenge, with Bermuda riders achieving “very commendable results.” A spokesperson said, “The Federation Equestre Internationale [FEI] today released the Regional as well as the FEI World Classification results based upon […]

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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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Sompo Hires Harriet Harty As Executive VP

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Published On :: Tue, 05 Nov 2019 13:25:40 +0000

Sompo International Holdings has appointed Harriet Harty as the Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer [CHRO] for Sompo International’s Commercial P&C operations. The company said, “Sompo International Holdings Ltd., a Bermuda-based specialty provider of property and casualty insurance and reinsurance, announced today that Harriet Harty has been named Executive Vice President and Chief […]

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Sexual Harassment Prevention Training Offered

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Published On :: Wed, 06 Nov 2019 10:45:34 +0000

Sompo International Holdings has partnered with Traliant to offer discounted sexual harassment prevention training to Sompo International’s qualified commercial management liability clients. The company said, “Sompo International Holdings Ltd., a Bermuda-based specialty provider of property and casualty insurance and reinsurance, has partnered with Traliant, a provider of award-winning compliance training, to offer discounted sexual harassment […]

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AXA XL Reinsurance Leadership Team Changes

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Published On :: Fri, 20 Dec 2019 13:30:30 +0000

AXA XL has announced additional changes within its Reinsurance Leadership Team [RLT], effective January 1. A spokesperson said, “The changes are part of AXA XL Reinsurance’s simplified Reinsurance organizational structure which was announced in September. The structure is aligned around AXA XL Reinsurance’s key markets and intended to enhance the focus on its Payer to […]

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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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Mitchell Finishes Eighth On Canadian MX Circuit

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Published On :: Mon, 29 Jul 2019 09:24:41 +0000

Jyire Mitchell continued competing for Team Holeshot Motor Sports on the Canadian MX Circuit. The Professional Sixth Round Moncton Division Triple Crown Race took place at the Riverglade Motocross Park. In the Moncton 250cc Division Mitchell finished 8th overall, he finished 7th in the First Moto and then finished 10th in the Second Moto. In […]

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Former Champion Expected At Ride-Out Event

By bernews.com
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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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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Tuesday: ‘Open Mic’ On Sex Offenders Registry

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Published On :: Sun, 16 Sep 2018 16:18:11 +0000

An open mic event will be hosted this Tuesday evening [Sept 18] in order to “give the public an opportunity to voice their opinions and concerns concerning a registry for sex offenders.” The event announcement said, “To give the public an opportunity to voice their opinions and concerns concerning a registry for sex offenders, an […]

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Videos: Open Mic On Sex Offenders Registry

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Published On :: Wed, 19 Sep 2018 14:56:30 +0000

An Open Mic event was held last night [Sept 18] to “give the public an opportunity to voice their opinions and concerns concerning a registry for sex offenders.” Hosted by Senator Robyn Swan, the scheduled panelists included Debi-Ray Rivers from SCARS, MP Craig Cannonier, Dany Pen and Shari Lynn Pringle, and the floor was also […]

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Court: Man Charged With Sex Assault On Minor

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Published On :: Mon, 29 Oct 2018 20:32:19 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess] In Magistrates Court today [Oct 29], a 57-year-old man was charged with multiple sex offences relating to a minor while in a position of trust, with the offences said to have spanned a number of years, back to 2008. The man, who cannot be named at this stage due to legal reasons, is […]

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Court: Minors Pleads Guilty To Sex Offences

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Published On :: Thu, 01 Nov 2018 18:00:59 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess] A 43-year-old man pleaded guilty to three sex offences involving a minor and will await sentencing in the new year after several reports have been conducted. David Minors, from Sandys Parish, admitted to three of six charges involving a minor under the age of 16. Mr Minors –  the former Government road safety officer […]

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‘Did Engage In Sexually Inappropriate Touching’

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Published On :: Thu, 08 Nov 2018 14:59:55 +0000

Saltus School confirmed that its investigation into alumni allegations of inappropriate sexual behaviour on the part of a teacher who left the school 40 years ago has concluded, and it confirmed that the teacher “did engage in sexually inappropriate touching.” “Saltus contracted with T&M Protection Resources, a US-based company specializing in these cases, to conduct the […]

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Sex Offender Management Bill Tabled In Senate

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Published On :: Mon, 12 Nov 2018 16:38:26 +0000

A Bill which seeks to “enhance the effective oversight and management of sex offenders” and “establish a sex offender register” was tabled in the Senate on Friday [Nov 9]. The Bill — officially titled the ‘Criminal Code [Sex Offender Management] Amendment Act 2018′ — “seeks to amend the Criminal Code Act 1907 to enhance the […]

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AG On Sex Offender Management Amendment

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Published On :: Mon, 26 Nov 2018 20:12:27 +0000

In the past, a sex offender could refuse to participate in any rehabilitative or therapeutic programs and a new Bill will require sex offenders to complete programs before being permitted to apply for parole or being released from prison on their early release date, Attorney General Kathy Simmons said today. The Attorney General said, “The […]

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CAA On Sex Offender Management Amendment

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Published On :: Thu, 29 Nov 2018 18:48:41 +0000

Centre Against Abuse said they support the proposed Bill relating to supervision of sex offenders, but have requested it include a provision for victims to be notified via the same channel that the Minister is, as “often victims learn about the release of their sex offender after they have been released.” A spokesperson said, “Centre […]

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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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Workshop To Help Eliminate Child Sexual Abuse

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Published On :: Tue, 22 Jan 2019 23:00:11 +0000

Approximately 25 people turned up to participate in a workshop designed to help help eliminate child sexual abuse which was organized by the Kiwanis Club of St George’s as their main function to mark this year’s Kiwanis Week. SCARS – Saving Children and Revealing Secrets – hopes to have every resident in Bermuda undertake the […]

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Child Sex Offender Melvin Martin To Be Released

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Published On :: Mon, 04 Feb 2019 22:51:27 +0000

Attorney-General Kathy Lynn Simmons issued a public notice of the “impending release of child sex offender Melvin Edmund Stuart Martin, who will be released from Westgate on 10 February, 2019.” The 33-year-old sex offender was convicted of multiple counts including sexual exploitation of a young person while in a position of trust, making child pornography, […]

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Child Sex Offender To Be Released On Sunday

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Published On :: Sat, 09 Feb 2019 22:45:22 +0000

Child sex offender Melvin Edmund Stuart Martin is scheduled to to be released from prison this Sunday [Feb 10], with the Government having previously issued an advisory of his impending release. The 33-year-old sex offender was convicted of multiple counts including sexual exploitation of a young person while in a position of trust, making child […]

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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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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: Pernell Brangman Guilty Of Sex Offences

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Published On :: Sat, 13 Apr 2019 00:52:27 +0000

A Supreme Court jury unanimously found Pernell Brangman guilty of sexual offenses against a young girl in the late 1990s. Brangman, who is in his early 50s, was found guilty on all three counts of sexual exploitation and having unlawful carnal knowledge of a 10-year-old girl between 1997 and 1998, ZBM has reported. Screenshot courtesy […]

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Man Pleads Guilty To Sexual Assault On Ship

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Published On :: Thu, 02 May 2019 01:57:50 +0000

A 32-year-old Mississippi man pleaded guilty in a Boston federal court to sexually assaulting a minor during a cruise from Boston to Bermuda, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. An official statement from the Attorney’s Office District of Massachusetts — which acknowledged the “valuable assistance” provided by the Bermuda Police Service — said, “A […]

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Child Abuse & Sexual Assault Awareness Month

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Published On :: Thu, 02 May 2019 19:10:21 +0000

In recognition of Child Abuse Awareness Month and Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Saving Children and Revealing Secrets [SCARS] and Centre Against Abuse [CAA] united to hold a joint event titled ‘Partner in Prevention’ on Friday, April 26. “SCARS and Centre Against Abuse recognized government departments that partner with them to put prevention mechanisms in place […]

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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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Sex Offender Junius Caines To Be Released

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Published On :: Wed, 19 Jun 2019 10:15:47 +0000

[Updated] The Attorney-General has issued a “public notice of the impending release of sex offender Junius Carman Caines who will be released from Westgate on 24 June, 2019.” “Mr. Caines, a 50-year-old black male who will be residing in Pembroke Parish, was convicted and incarcerated for serious sexual assault,” the Government added. Photo provided by […]

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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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Child Sex Offender Jomar Caines To Be Released

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Published On :: Wed, 07 Aug 2019 18:06:49 +0000

The Minister of Legal Affairs and Attorney-General Senator Kathy Lynn Simmons today [Aug 7] issued a public notice of the impending release of child sex offender Jomar Akbar Caines, who will be released from Westgate today. A spokesperson said, “Pursuant to section 329H of the Criminal Code 1907, the Minister is empowered to disclose information […]

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Sex Offender Heman Viera To Be Released

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Published On :: Tue, 05 Nov 2019 15:59:22 +0000

Attorney General Kathy Lynn Simmons issued a public notice of the impending release of sex offender Heman Ledrew Viera, who will be released from Westgate on November 8th, 2019. Photo provided by the Ministry: A spokesperson said, “The Minister of Legal Affairs, Senator the Hon. Kathy Lynn Simmons, JP, has today issued a public notice […]

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Mayho & Hopkins Compete In Arizona Grand Prix

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Published On :: Fri, 07 Feb 2020 00:00:29 +0000

Kaden Hopkins and Dominic Mayho recently competed in the Santa Catalina Grand Prix in Arizona. Hopkins finished second during the Crit Men’s 60 Minutes 15-99 in the Cat 1 Division, earning him second place overall. Mahyo finished second in the Pro Division of the Men’s 80 Miles Road Race Division, crossing the line in 26th […]

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Cycling: BBA To Hold Virtual Grand Prix

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Published On :: Fri, 24 Apr 2020 09:55:16 +0000

Despite the ongoing ‘lockdown’, the Bermuda Bicycle Association members plan to compete, turning to technology to help test their skills, with Conor White creating a virtual Stage Race by compiling three events on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, somewhat in the format of the Bermuda Grand Prix. Friday April 24th will feature a 17.5km Time Trial, […]

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BBA Virtual Grand Prix Stage 1 Results

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Published On :: Sat, 25 Apr 2020 13:17:51 +0000

Conor White and Caitlin Conyers have taken the early lead as the BBA Virtual Grand Prix got underway. The three day stage race saw the competitors compete in a 17.5km time trial. White completed the course in a time of 22:59, with Alex Miller second clocking 23:45, Conyers was third overall stopping the clock in […]

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Results: BBA Virtual Grand Prix Stage 2

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Published On :: Sun, 26 Apr 2020 11:52:21 +0000

Conor White has extended his BBA Virtual Grand Prix lead after the second day, which saw competitors compete over a distance of 30.2km. White clocked a Stage Two winning time of 39:44, in second place was B Division leader Geri Mewitt in a time of 43:36, with Alex Miller crossing the line third with a […]

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Results: BBA Virtual Cycling Grand Prix Final

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Published On :: Mon, 27 Apr 2020 10:41:51 +0000

After the final day of racing in the BBA’s Virtual Grand Prix, Conor White and Liana Mederios were crowned the male and female champions. The final day saw the competitors compete in a 15.7km Crit City Race. Alex Miller clocked a winning time of 19:09, with White finishing second in a time of 19:39, while […]

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Relicensing Period For Fishing Vessels Extended

By bernews.com
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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Students Experimenting With Power Of Future

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 29 Jun 2018 12:20:22 +0000

Two science students have calculated that their school has made huge strides in helping the environment by installing solar panels. About 18 months ago Saltus Grammar School erected a solar system on one of its roofs and students Maximo Deiros, aged 14, and Themika Thennakoon, aged 13, said they have calculated the 97,000 kWh generated […]

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AXIS Expands Renewable Energy Expertise

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sun, 12 Jan 2020 11:00:13 +0000

AXIS Insurance, the insurance business segment of AXIS Capital Holdings Limited, announced the appointments of Sam Walsh as senior underwriter and Mat Pifer as an underwriter in its renewables division. Messrs. Walsh and Pifer will be jointly responsible for underwriting new and renewal, property and liability renewable energy business in North America, including large wind […]

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Crime Stoppers Weekend Film Experience

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Published On :: Tue, 21 Jan 2020 11:33:30 +0000

Crime Stoppers Bermuda will host its third annual Weekend Film Experience from February 6th to February 9th, 2020 at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute. A spokesperson said, ”The Weekend Film Experience is being programmed again by Bermudian film professional Andrew Stoneham, who has curated another incredible film lineup. “1. Mr. Jones – Nominated Golden Berlin Bear […]

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Turtle Project Has ‘Another Exceptional Year’

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Published On :: Wed, 26 Oct 2016 15:14:31 +0000

The Bermuda Turtle Project, based at the Bermuda Aquarium Museum and Zoo, recently finished its 49th year of study of the sea turtles in Bermuda waters. “The goals of the project are to better understand the biology of sea turtles of Bermuda and to share that understanding with other professionals and the public to ensure […]

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