Archive for October, 2022

Bermuda Diabetes Association To Hold Open Day

November is Diabetes Month in Bermuda, and the Bermuda Diabetes Association [BDA] is inviting the public to attend an open day at their Hilton Hill Diabetes Centre on Monday, November 14th . A spokesperson said, “November is Diabetes Month in Bermuda. Many people in Bermuda have type two diabetes. Unfortunately, many with diabetes are struggling... Read more of this article

Some Parish Constables Being ‘Re-Deployed’

“Due to operational priorities, some Parish Officers are being re-deployed to general patrol duties until the end of December 2022,” the police said today. A police spokesperson said, “Therefore, there will be limited access to your Parish Officers during this period. “We recognize the value that Parish Officers bring to our... Read more of this article

Russia Adds All Territories To “Unfriendly” List

The Russian government has added eleven more of the British Overseas Territories – including Bermuda — to its so called “unfriendly countries” list, with Bermuda now joining a list that many of the world’s major democracies are already on. The Russian media said, “Eleven more British Overseas Territories have been... Read more of this article

Photos: Halloween Pumpkins At Hamilton Princess

As a part of Hamilton Princess & Beach Club’s annual Halloween Pumpkin Display, Chef Ernie Ogalesco, revealed his ‘spooky and kooky’ carved pumpkins on October 27th. “This year, the Intrepid sushi chef’s carvings include ‘The Grinch’ and other ghoulish faces,” a spokesperson noted. Related Stories Photos &... Read more of this article

Results: Premier & First Division Football

Footballers in both the Premier Division and First Division were in action this weekend, with the Devonshire Colts, Young Men Social Club, PHC Zebras, North Village Rams, and Devonshire Cougars all earning wins. First Division Devonshire Colts 5 – Southampton Rangers 2 At the Police Field, the Devonshire Colts picked up their second win of the... Read more of this article

Harbour Swimmers Complete Training Camp

Harbour Gold Squad swimmers concluded their their week-long intensive training camp at the National Sports Center with a time trial. A spokesperson said, “Harbour Gold Squad swimmers punctuated their week-long intensive training camp on Friday evening at the National Sports Center on Friday, October 28th with a time trial. Following a challenging... Read more of this article

Allan Frith Wins Hendrickson Sr Regatta

Allan Frith was crowned the Lawrence Stickers Hendrickson Sr. Regatta champion following Comet Class racing in St. George’s Harbour. Frith finished with five points after back-to-back second place finishes in the first two races. He won the third race before closing out with a second place finish in the fourth race. Finishing in second place was Maxwell... Read more of this article

Remembrance Day Tribute On Crow Lane

The Department of Parks said they were pleased to work with Bermudian artist Nicky Gurret in displaying an art installation at the Crow Lane roundabout in honour of the upcoming Remembrance Day holiday. A Government spokesperson said, “Under the theme ‘Remember Forever’, Ms Gurret’s public exhibit uses the symbolic red poppy to pay... Read more of this article

Butterfield Front Street Mile Trials On Dec 9

In preparation for the 2022 Butterfield Front Street Mile, a trial event will be held on Friday, December 9 at 6.00pm at the Flora Duffy Sports Stadium. The event flyer says, “Butterfield Mile Trials – there is a need for speed on Friday, December 9th, 2022 at 6.00pm at the Flora Duffy Sports Stadium. “Sign up here. Registration ends Thursday,... Read more of this article

Police: Help Locate 32-Year-Old Faisal Baia

[Updated] The Bermuda Police Service said they are “appealing for the public’s assistance in locating 32-year-old Faisal Baia.” A police spokesperson said, “Mr. Baia is described as tan or olive complexioned, approximately 5 feet 8 inches tall of slim build, weighing around 170 pounds with straight black hair. “Last known contact was around... Read more of this article

Photos & Results: Bermuda Motocross Races

The Bermuda Motocross season resumed at the Southside Motor Sports Park. Cassidy Spencer Furbert won the Peewee Class, while the 50cc Class winner was Tinho Tucker Wall. Ajahni Foggo won the 65cc Class, with RJ Pitcher claiming the 85cc Class, and Jazuri Easton Thompson won both the Novice, and Super Mini Classes. Aaron Cannonier won the Over 30’s... Read more of this article

Armstrong & Rider Finish 4th In MAAC Event

Nathan Armstrong and his Rider University Men’s Cross Country teammates finished in fourth place at the MAAC Championships at The Crossings at Colonie. The conference championships featured 11 MAAC programs with Iona winning the race with seven top-10 finishes en route to their 32nd straight MAAC crown. Junior Tamrat Snyder finished 12th individually... Read more of this article