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As far as Bermuda’s schools are concerned, it’s one of the most interesting history lessons of all.
Today and tomorrow, through our Bermuda National School Salute supplement, The Royal Gazette tells the tale behind every school on the island, from St...
DATE: May 08, 2017
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Education
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News Staff
Butterfield Bank donated $2,000 towards the America’s Cup Endeavour programme with a denim day fundraiser.
The bank is an official supplier and the official bank of the Cup, and several of its employees have been a part of the Endeavour programme, ac...
DATE: May 08, 2017
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Other
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News Staff
A 67-year-old man struck by a motorcycle in Pembroke over the weekend remains in hospital in stable condition, according to police.
The accident happened on Spanish Point Road, near Arlington Avenue, shortly after 4pm on Saturday.
The motorcyclist,...
DATE: May 08, 2017
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Hurricane Preparedness Week will be observed this week, the Ministry of National Security has advised.
The Ministry said the event is happening earlier than usual due in part to the increased activity surrounding the America’s Cup and also to coincid...
DATE: May 07, 2017
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Sea turtles are being temporarily relocated from the Great Sound to keep them out of harm’s way during the America’s Cup.
They will be homed in a purpose-built ocean enclosure near the Bermuda Aquarium Museum and Zoo in an operation involving America...
DATE: May 07, 2017
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CATEGORY:
Environment
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News Staff
Bermudian Rodney Smith Jr is embarking on a one-man mission to cut lawns in every state of America for single mothers, veterans and the elderly.
Mr Smith, who has been previously recognised for his selfless lawn mowing while studying in Alabama, is s...
DATE: May 07, 2017
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News Staff
Long-serving members of the Bermuda Scout Association, Stephen Barton and Michael Smith, were the recipients of the Award for Merit.
The Award for Merit is given for outstanding service of no less than 12 years, ten of which must be exceptional. It i...
DATE: May 05, 2017
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Other
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News Staff
The Rainbow Alliance declared yesterday’s landmark gay marriage ruling a victory for all same-gender loving people in Bermuda.
Saluting Winston Godwin and Greg DeRoche for their courage in taking on the Bermuda Government at the risk of being ostraci...
DATE: May 05, 2017
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News Staff
Musical legend Gene Steede will star at the opening ceremony to the 35th America’s Cup.
A host of other local entertainers will join Mr Steede to set the scene on the first night of the month-long event that brings the eyes of the world on Bermuda on...
DATE: May 05, 2017
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Event
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News Staff
Preserve Marriage labelled the gay marriage ruling as an attack on traditional values, claiming it has worsened the divide in Bermuda.
The group also said redefining marriage in other countries had led to “the reinvention of gender among children” am...
DATE: May 05, 2017
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News Staff