Archive for July, 2020
Weather Forecast For Friday July 31
Friday, July 31 — Bermuda’s first Mary Prince Day — is expected to see sunny periods with a few morning showers, with the high to be near 31°C/87°F and the low to be near 26°C/79°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 77%. Sunrise will be at 6.33am... Read more of this article
Two Males Arrested Following A “Disturbance”
Two males were arrested following a “disturbance involving three males one of whom was reportedly in possession of a bladed article” at Horseshoe Bay this afternoon [July 30], the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “At approximately 3:30pm on Thursday 30th July, personnel from the Royal Bermuda Regiment, on duty at Horseshoe... Read more of this article
Photos, Video & Results: Comet Sailing Race
[Updated] The 2020 Edward Cross Long Distance Race got underway in bright and sunny skies in the St. George’s Harbour. First out of the town cut channel was Gladwin Lambert and his crew Stefan Maybury, followed by Rudy Bailey, with Stephen Dickinson right behind. The trio remained in the positions as the made their way around Fort St. Catherine heading... Read more of this article
Videos & Report: Sleepy Hollow Cup Match Game
[Written by Don Burgess + Updated] While the game between Somerset Cricket Club and St George’s Cricket Club won’t be happening this year, the two sides of the island will be facing off in a cricket match, as ‘Cup Match At The Hollow’ will be taking place today and tomorrow, hosted by the 3rd Field Committee of Sleepy Hollow Drive. The... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Cup Match At Horseshoe Bay
People made their way to Horseshoe Bay Beach today [July 30] to celebrate Cup Match, spending the day relaxing on one of the island’s most popular beaches. Related Stories Photos, Video, 360: People At Horseshoe Bay Photos & Video: Cup Match At Horseshoe Bay Photos, Video & 360: Holiday At Horseshoe Bay Photos, Video,... Read more of this article
Cup Match Gospel DJ Clash & Dance-Off
For God’s Purpose Bermuda & Friends will be hosting a Cup Match Gospel DJ Clash and Dance Off today [July 30] and tomorrow [July 31]. The event will feature guests DJ Coverboy and DJ Maestro and will be streamed on The Safe Stream Website and on For God’s Purpose’s Facebook page. Related Stories Kes The Band To Perform At ‘Cup... Read more of this article
CURB Commend Road Safety Council Program
The Bermuda Road Safety Council’s program is commendable because it demonstrates restorative justice in action whilst also being preventative, CURB said today. A spokesperson said, “CURB congratulations to the Bermuda Road Safety Council on their announcement that they will be conducting ‘mock sobriety tests’ so the public can learn... Read more of this article
Pedestrian Injured, Motorcycle Rider Arrested
A male pedestrian sustained a serious leg injury after being struck by a motorcycle, while the motorcycle rider sustained facial injuries and was subsequently arrested. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 7:00 pm on Wednesday, 29th July, police received several reports of an injury road traffic collision, just west of the Terceira’s service... Read more of this article
TS Isaias ‘Not A Threat To Bermuda At This Time’
Tropical Storm Isaias is “not a threat to Bermuda at this time,: the Bermuda Weather Service said, with its closest point of approach to Bermuda within 72 hours forecast to be 809 nm to the WSW at 12.00pm on Sunday [Aug 2], with the BWS noting that “this system may move closer to Bermuda after this time period depending upon its track.” Graphic... Read more of this article
Covid-19: Over 17 Million Cases Worldwide
With the Covid-19 pandemic continuing to affect countries around the globe, the number of confirmed cases worldwide has now surpassed 17 million, with over 665,000 deaths worldwide, and the United States having the most confirmed cases and deaths in the world. A CNN story said, “The United States on Wednesday surpassed 150,000 recorded Covid-19... Read more of this article
Live Video: Highlights Of Past Cup Match Games
CITV is broadcasting a full slate of Cup Match programming throughout the holiday, with shows focusing on the historical aspects as well as highlight of past matches being shown. 1991 and 1992 Cup Match Highlights CITV previously announced their Cup Match programming schedule, with a full slate of coverage running from today [July 30] through Sunday... Read more of this article
Looking Back: History Of The Cup Match Classic
[Written by Don Burgess] The build-up for Cup Match every year sees fans of both Somerset and St. George’s playfully roasting the other side. The game has grown tremendously from its inception in 1902, but its roots run much deeper than the first game. After the abolition of slavery on August 1, 1834, Black Bermudians formed Friendly Societies... Read more of this article
