Archive for January, 2020

NMB Offers Free Entry For Locals In February

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 offer free activities... Read more of this article

Armed Robbery At Washington Mall In Hamilton

[Updating: Police confirm that two men rode up to the Washington Mall in Hamilton, went into the Gold Standard store and began smashing the display cases and stealing jewellery, with one of the suspects pointing a suspected firearm at one of the workers.] Police have confirmed that there was a robbery in Washington Mall in Hamilton today [Jan 29] and... Read more of this article

BVA, BGA Donate To Bermuda Cancer & Health

The Bermuda Volleyball Association [BVA] and BGA Wholesale Distributors donated $2,000 to Bermuda Cancer & Health following the SolRX Beach Tournament held last year. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Volleyball Association and BGA Wholesale Distributors have donated $2,000 to Bermuda Cancer & Health following the SolRX Beach Tournament... Read more of this article

Video: Wells Trains With Burnley Football Club

Following his return to Burnley after the club recalled him from his loan to Queens Park Rangers [QPR], Bermudian footballer Nahki Wells was filmed taking part in the club’s training, with the club posting the video on YouTube today. A statement from Burnley following the recall said, “Nahki Wells has returned to Turf Moor after the Clarets... Read more of this article

Shiona Turini Attends CDGA Awards In California

Bermudian style influencer and fashion expert Shiona Turini attended the 22nd Costume Designers Guild Awards [CDGA] yesterday [Jan 28] in Beverly Hills, California, where she was nominated in the ‘Excellence in Contemporary Film’ category. Ms. Turini was nominated for her work on ‘Queen & Slim’ alongside Arjun Bhasin, Mitchell... Read more of this article

BHB ‘Ready To Respond Should Threat Increase’

As the Wuhan Coronavirus continues to spread around the world, the Bermuda Hospitals Board confirmed that “even though the current threat to Bermuda residents is low, we are closely monitoring developments and are ready to respond should the threat increase.” A spokesperson said, “Following the recent advisory by the Ministry of Health... Read more of this article

Chamber Info Session On Pension Legislation

The Bermuda Chamber of Commerce is partnering with the CFA Society Bermuda to present a Lunch and Learn on the changes to the Pension Legislation. The session open to members and non members and will be held at Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, February 5th, from 12:30pm-2:00pm. Presenting the interactive and informative session will be Mr. Peter Sousa,... Read more of this article

Comet Class Holds Annual Prize Giving

The Comet Class Yacht Racing Association of Bermuda [CCYRA] held its annual prize giving at the Mid-Atlantic Boat & Sports Club on Saturday, January 18, with a number of sailors receiving cups, medals, and certificates for their competitive efforts. A spokesperson said, “Congratulations, compliments and future challenges marked the Comet Class... Read more of this article

Flora Duffy Qualifies For World Championships

After being crowned the champion in the recently concluded Ironman 70.3 South Africa, Bermuda’s Flora Duffy has officially qualified for a slot in the World Championships in November, a notable achievement as she has already claimed multiple world titles with other triathlon entities including Xterra and the ITU. Duffy’s most recent accomplishment... Read more of this article

Dage Minors Wins 1000M At Terrier Classic

Bermudian athlete Dage Minors took to the Boston University Track & Tennis Center to compete in the 2020 BU John Thomas Terrier Classic. Minors — competing in the Men’s 1000m — clocked a winning time of 2:24.44. Luciano Fiore was second in a time of 2:24.64, while Patrick Gregory was third in a time of 2:26.05. First race back... Read more of this article

Football: Robin Hood & Rangers Play To A Draw

The Southampton Rangers matched up against Robin Hood at the BAA Field as the teams played to a 1 – 1 draw in Premier Division action. Keishon Wilson beat the offside trap in the 25th minute to give the Southampton Rangers the lead, but a 90th minute header from Jaylon Bather earned Robin Hood the draw. Related Stories Malachi Henry Signs For Borrowash Berkeley... Read more of this article