Archive for September, 2022
Ministry: 66 Bus Runs Cancelled On Thursday
[Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [Sept 29] with the list indicating that there are thirteen bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.20pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 13 runs cancelled this morning, 53 cancelled this afternoon, for a total of 66... Read more of this article
Tevahn Tyrell Joins Billingham Synthonia Team
[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda forward Tevahn Tyrell has signed for English non-league side Billingham Synthonia subject to international clearance. The 25-year-old, who played for Somerset Trojans in the Premier Division last season, has plenty of non-league experience, having previously turned out for Durham City and Ilkeston. North Yorkshire... Read more of this article
Bermuda Maritime Academy Officially Launches
A handful of veteran mariners have joined forces to officially launch the Bermuda Maritime Academy, a new not-for-profit organisation, aiming to “focus on all aspects of the maritime environment including research, protection and utilisation, with an initial priority of facilitating resources and pathways for Bermudians seeking to pursue maritime... Read more of this article
The Barn Is Open For Business Today
The Hospitals Auxiliary of Bermuda is advising the public that the Barn is open for business today [Sept 29] after being forced to close due to power issues after the passing of Hurricane Fiona. A spokesperson said, “The Barn is open for business on September 29. Thank you BELCO!” Related Stories TCS Launching New PIVOT Programme BCHC... Read more of this article
2022 Paget Parish Scholarship Recipients
The Paget Parish Council has announced the recipients of the 2022 Paget Parish Undergraduate Scholarships. A spokesperson said, “The Paget Parish Council has announced the recipients of the 2022 Paget Parish Undergraduate Scholarship, which provides both scholarship and bursary awards for Paget students studying abroad. “Scholarships are based on... Read more of this article
Whitnae Duerr Scores In FC Fislisbach Win
Whitnae Duerr and her FC Fislisbach women’s football teammates picked up a 5 – 1 win over Döttingen-Brugg in Swiss Women’s Football League action. Shana Leder gave FC Fislisbach the lead in the 10th minute; two minutes later it was 2 – 0 as Manuela Santesso scored. They took that lead to the break. Duerr made it 3 – 0 when she found the back... Read more of this article
ISC Group Launches Bermuda Branch
ISC Group has officially launched their Bermuda branch, starting a new chapter for the organisation. A spokesperson said, “ISC Group has officially launched their Bermuda branch today, starting a new chapter for the organisation. With the help of their founding sponsor, EY, ISC Group will provide a space for shared learning amongst Insurance companies... Read more of this article
Donate To Grateful Bread Giveaway Event
The Grateful Bread will be hosting a free giveaway event at City Hall on Saturday, November 12, with donations for the event being accepted on October 1. A spokesperson said, “On Saturday, October 1, drop off items in preparation for our next giveaway event at City Hall on Saturday, November 12. “Everything is expensive in Bermuda and the less fortunate... Read more of this article
Irie 98.3FM Radio Station Back On The Air
After being forced off the air due to a “lightning strike and power outage at the studio” during Hurricane Fiona, the Irie 98.3FM radio station is back to broadcasting over the air. A spokesperson said, “Irie 98.3 FM is back on air. Thank you to our many thousand on island followers and listeners and to our more than 51,000 followers on Tunein.com... Read more of this article
Kayakers Event To Raise Money For SCARS
Kayakers and paddleboarders will complete a loop of the island this weekend in aid of a child sexual abuse prevention charity. The seventh annual Kayak For Kids event will raise funds and awareness for Saving Children and Revealing Secrets [SCARS]. Thirty-four kayakers and two paddleboarders, followed by three jet skis and three support boats, including... Read more of this article
Fischer Scores Twice In Blair Academy Win
Sydney Fischer and her Blair Academy varsity field hockey teammates moved to 5 and 0 on their season with a 9 – 2 win over Stuart Day. Fischer scored two goals in the match, notching Blair Academy’s first and fourth goals of the game on the way to the victory. Related Stories Lauren Cardwell & Toronto Win OUA Title Davidson, Stephens-Weser... Read more of this article
McDonald’s Shifts Global Insurance To Bermuda
McDonald’s has “shifted a global insurance operation from Dublin to Bermuda and is still winding down its Irish vehicle, newly-filed accounts for the business reveal.” The Independent.ie website said, “McDonald’s has shifted a global insurance operation from Dublin to Bermuda and is still winding down its Irish vehicle, newly-filed... Read more of this article
