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Videos: Lindo’s To Lindo’s Race Finish Line
[Updated] The Lindo’s to Lindo’s Road Race — which is marking its 25th anniversary — is underway this morning [March 3] with runners and walkers taking part to raise money for charity. We will have the results and a photo gallery later on, and you can watch the live video below. 1 hour live replay of the finish line Update 9.54am: Sean... Read more of this article
BHB Receives $500,000 Donation From Patients
Bengt and Brigitta Nygren have donated $500,000 to the Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB], saying that they ”were so pleased and grateful for the care and attention” they received. A spokesperson said, “Medical equipment and staff training worth half a million dollars has been donated to Bermuda Hospitals Board by two patients. “Mr... Read more of this article
One Comm Volunteers With Meals On Wheels
One Communications employees volunteered with Meals on Wheels this month. A spokesperson said, “One Communications reaffirms its dedication to community service by once again supporting Meals on Wheels throughout the month of February. Volunteers returned to make a positive difference in the lives of community members in need. “As a community-driven... Read more of this article
Beyond Seascapes: Black Art In Bermuda
Unchained on the Rock announced a fundraising talk, ‘Beyond Seascapes: Black Art in Bermuda’, scheduled for February 27, 2024. A spokesperson said, “Unchained on the Rock, a Bermuda-based initiative that chronicles narratives of Black liberation and resistance throughout the Atlantic Basin, are presenting a special fundraising performance... Read more of this article
Little Angels Thrift Store To Close Next Month
Friends of Hospice has announced that Little Angels, its pop-up store in Washington Mall, is to close next month. A spokesperson said, “The thrift and consignment store specialising in children’s clothes, toys and parenting supplies will offer 50 percent off of all priced items with extreme bargains to be had on seasonal children’s clothing.... Read more of this article
Butterfield & Mastercard Help Raise $150K
The continued partnership between Mastercard and Butterfield during the 2023 Butterfield Bermuda Championship “played a key role in helping to boost charitable donations by $150,000,” the organisers said. A spokesperson said, “During the 2023 tournament, Mastercard pledged to match the amount of each purchase made by Butterfield Mastercard... Read more of this article
Convex End-to-End Announce 2024 Charities
Organizers of the annual Convex End-to-End revealed the selected charities to benefit from this year’s event are WindReach, Transitional Community Services, Raleigh International, Coalition for the Protection of Children and Action on Alzheimer’s and Dementia, with additional donations to be made to the Horticultural Skills Programme, St.... Read more of this article
BCCL February Freeze Raises $6,300
Bermuda Centre for Creative Learning [BCCL] February Freeze was held at Admiralty Park Beach, and raised $6,300 for the BCCL Foundation’s tuition bursary fund. A spokesperson said, “Students, families and community heroes gathered this past Friday at Admiralty Park Beach for an event that combined bravery with charity. BCCL’s Fourth Annual... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: PALS 36th Annual Walk
PALS hosted its annual walk today, February 25th, as part of its fundraising efforts, with a large amount of people taking part. The fundraiser is aimed to help the charity’s mission to “provide cancer patients with quality care primarily in the home setting in order to enhance quality of life” and to “provide support and assistance to... Read more of this article
Community Reflects On Malcolm X’s Legacy
Various community groups and personalities came together at Places Place this week to commemorate the anniversary of the assassination of Malcolm X. A spokesperson said, “A media conference was held on Wednesday, February 21st at Places Place, marking the anniversary of the assassination of Malcom, with the intention of leveraging the icon’s... Read more of this article
WeGut2Know Challenge Community Contestants
CariGenetics has launched Gut2Know, with 15 community contestants taking part in the #WeGut2Know National Health Challenge. A spokesperson said, “CariGenetics celebrated a significant milestone at Ignite Bermuda on February 20, 2024, with the official launch of its first product, Gut2Know, the Caribbean’s first gut microbiome test kit. The event... Read more of this article
L’ Alliance Français To Hold Annual Dinner
L’ Alliance Français has invited its members to its Annual Dinner at the Royal Hamilton Amateur Dinghy Club on Friday, March 15. The event, which will celebrate Belgian gastronomy and culture, will also recognise the three winners of its scholarship programme, which is open to students aged 14 to 16. The winners, who will spend three weeks in France,... Read more of this article
Xtreme Sports Games To Take Place On May 18
The Xtreme Sports Games 2024 is set to bring excitement and competition for sports enthusiasts and corporate teams alike. The annual event, renowned for its blend of adrenaline and teamwork, has announced its latest edition, scheduled to take place on May 18. This year’s event promises to be more thrilling than ever, with teams required to have... Read more of this article
Lindo’s To Lindo’s Road Race Marks Its 25th Year
The Lindo’s to Lindo’s Road Race, the annual diabetes fundraiser, will mark its 25th anniversary with its event on Sunday, March 3rd. A spokesperson said, “The competitive 10k run, 4-mile competitive walk and 4-mile fun run/walk will see participants start their route at Lindo’s Family Foods in Warwick at 8:30am before making their way to... Read more of this article
Love Is Love BDA Brunch Event Raises $2500
On Sunday, February 4th, Love is Love BDA hosted their very first brunch event at Thyme Restaurant, and they said that ‘thanks to raffle sales and donations the event raised a total amount of $2500 which will be donated directly towards OUTBermuda’s 2024 education bursary, a quarter of their $10,000 goal.” Jameka Smith, the Board lead... Read more of this article
New $25K Brian Morris Scholarship Launched
Friends of Hospice unveiled the Brian Morris Palliative Care Scholarship, in honour of the late Bermudian professional golfer. A spokesperson said, “The Friends of Hospice Brian Morris Palliative Care Scholarship will provide up $25,000 per year to a Bermudian studying medicine or nursing, with an emphasis on those with a speciality in hospice... Read more of this article