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Photos, Video & 360: “You Go Girl” Relay Race

[Updated with photos, results + 360°] The 12th annual “You Go Girl” race was held this morning [June 4] on Front Street in Hamilton with runners — many wearing costumes — taking part in the event which raises money for the Women’s Resource Centre. A 360° look at runners gathering The Bermuda Day Queens team of Rose-Anna Hoey, Deon... Read more of this article

Photos, Video & 360: Pickleball Extravaganza

The official opening of the brand new pickleball courts was held this weekend at the W.E.R. Joell Tennis Stadium. A Government spokesperson previously said, “Pickleball has been rapidly gaining popularity in Bermuda over the past few years, and the new courts are a testament to the growing demand for this exciting sport. “The new courts are... Read more of this article

Photos/Video: Friends Of Hospice Butterfly Blast

Despite the less than welcoming weather, Friends of Hospice held their Lindos’ Butterfly Blast event on Saturday [June 3] at Victoria Park in Hamilton, with activities including live entertainment, food vendors, face painting, games and more. Related Stories Gurret Donates Butterflies For “Butterfly Blast” Duck... Read more of this article

Horsfield Wins Kelso Mountain Bike Series

Robin Horsfield made an excellent showing to win the Kelso Mountain Bike Series season opener in Canada, defeating over 50 other athletes in the Expert Category. Horsfield noted that after a tough start to the season, including a broken chain in Brazil and sickness at the first Ontario Cup, it was good to get back on form. He said, “I have great... Read more of this article

Enstar Completes Loss Portfolio Transfer

Enstar Group Limited announced that one of its wholly-owned subsidiaries has closed a previously announced Loss Portfolio Transfer agreement with RACQ Insurance Limited [RACQ] to reinsure 80% of RACQ’s motor vehicle compulsory third party insurance liabilities, covering accident years 2021 and prior. A spokesperson said, “Under the reinsurance agreement,... Read more of this article

Weather Forecast For Sunday June 4

Sunday, June 4 is expected to be generally sunny despite 1 or 2 showers, cloudier overnight, with the high to be near 26°C/79°F and the low to be near 22°C/72°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 83%. Sunrise will be at 6.12am and sunset will be at 8.22pm. High tide... Read more of this article

Chare Smith Leads Uphill To Big Victory

Chare Smith and his Uphill Castle teammates defeated Cheddar Cricket Club by 125 runs in the UK. Uphill won the toss and elected to bat, they would score 176/3 in their allotted 20 overs, Smith was the top scorer with 71 off 34 balls, he hit 7 fours and 5 sixes. Liam Jones was the pick of the Cheddar bowlers with figures of 4-1-18-2. In reply Cheddar... Read more of this article

Marion Bermuda Race To Start On June 16

The 2023 Marion Bermuda Race gets underway on June 16 as 32 entrants take to the racecourse, sailing the 645 nautical mile course from Marion, Massachusetts to the island of Bermuda. The Scuttlebutt Sailing News website said, “The 2023 Marion Bermuda Race gets underway on June 16 as 32 entrants take to the racecourse, sailing the 645 nautical mile... Read more of this article

KBB Researching Abandoned Watercraft

A watercraft that washed up on Bermuda’s shore may have originated in Cuba, according to Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB]. In a post on Instagram, Keep Bermuda Beautiful said, “Where in the world did this wreckage wash up from? “CUBA is the suspected answer and this DIY watercraft might have been used by refugees. Research into this mysterious... Read more of this article

Photos & Video: Holy Trinity Church Festival

Holy Trinity Church in Hamilton Parish is celebrating their 400th anniversary by hosting a Flower and Music Festival this weekend, with the Gombeys attending the Grand Opening to help mark the historic celebrations. A spokesperson said, “Holy Trinity Church in Hamilton Parish continues its 400th Anniversary celebrations with a bumper Flower and Music... Read more of this article

Minister On Opening Of St. George’s Marina

Following the opening of the new St. Georges Marina facility, Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch said that it ”not only symbolises this Government’s unwavering commitment to the superyacht charter industry but also reaffirms our dedication to the ancillary industries that thrive alongside it.” Speaking said in the House of... Read more of this article

Minister On Minimum Wage Regulations

Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward provided an overview of regulations pertaining to the new minimum hourly wage rate of $16.40 that took effect on June 1st. Speaking in the House of Assembly on Friday [June 2] the Minister said, “I am pleased to rise today to provide to the Members of this Honourable House an overview of the Employment... Read more of this article