Junior Minister Updates On Tynes Bay Facility

Junior Minister of Public Works Senator Leslie Robinson provided a ”fulsome update on the progress of the Tynes Bay Waste-to-Energy Refurbishment Programme” in the Senate. The Junior Minister’s full statement follows below: Madam President, I have received the Parliamentary Questions from Senator Douglas S. J. DeCouto and am providing the response via this means to both […]
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Stephen Lightbourne To Join PhysioActive Team

Bermudian Stephen Lightbourne will join the PhysioActive Team next month as an additional Physiotherapist to the rehabilitative clinic and gym. “Lightbourne brings over eight years of experience to the practice following professional tenures in the United Kingdom [UK] and, most recently, at the King Edward Memorial Hospital,” a spokesperson said. “He obtained a Bachelor of […]
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Live Video: Parks Skills Development Programme

An event is being held today [Dec 19] for the Department of Parks’ Skills Development Programme, where participants will be recognised for their achievements and you can tune in live below. The SDP provides training and development opportunities for young people between the ages of 19-25 interested in horticulture and landscaping. Related Stories Video: Government […]
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MarketPlace Christmas Holiday Store Hours

The MarketPlace has provided information about their opening hours during the Christmas holiday. Monday, December 19 – Friday, December 23 –  All stores open 7am – 9pm Saturday, December  24 – All stores open 7am – 7pm Sunday, December  25 & Monday, December  26 – Closed Tuesday, December  27 – All stores closed except Shelly Bay, Heron Bay & Modern Mart […]
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Cost Of Minister Furbert’s Trips: $1,959 & $1,238

A trip in December 2022 by Minister of Transport Wayne Furbert to New York for a meeting with airline executives cost $1,959.95, and a trip to Miami, Florida for the meetings with Cruise Line partners cost $1,238.10, according to recent listings on the Government’s travel webpage. Meeting with Airline Executives: $1,959.95 The trip duration was […]
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BHCS Partners With Football Association

Bermuda HealthCare Services [BHCS] announced they have signed an agreement with the Bermuda Football Association [BFA] to become the official imaging service provider for the top sporting association. A spokesperson said, “The partnership ensures the island’s footballers have access to the most experienced and qualified Diagnostic Imaging Team on the island.” Dr. Mahesh Reddy – […]
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Minister Observes Airport Customs Operations

“The role of the men and women in the Customs Department will be crucial as we strengthen our resources against illicit drugs and weapons,” declared Minister of National Security Michael Weeks as he inspected the LF Wade International Airport’s Customs operations. A Government spokesperson said, “Minister Weeks’ recent visit was a continuation of his undertaking […]
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PC Lewis & Skerritt Congratulated For 20+ Years

The Bermuda Police Service congratulated PC Angelique Lewis abd PC Carol Skerritt after 20+ years of combined service. The Bermuda Police Service tweeted the photos below, saying: “Last Friday [9th December 2022] Acting Deputy Commissioner Astwood, on behalf of Commissioner Simons & the BPS Senior Leadership Team, highlighted the combined 20+ years’ service of PC […]
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Football Shield & Friendship Semi-Finals Set

The Bermuda Football Association confirmed the times for the Shield and Friendship Semi-Finals which will take place on Monday, December 26th, and Tuesday, December 27th. Monday December 26th at Lord’s Shield Semi-Final 11:45 am – Wolves/Social Club – Winner vs Ireland Rangers Friendship Semi-Final 2:00 pm – Dandy Town Hornets/Devonshire Cougars – Winner vs North […]
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Fidelis Appoints Mathias, Bellamy & Davern

Fidelis Insurance announced three senior promotions, effective immediately; Charles Mathias to Deputy Chairman, Matthew Bellamy to Director of Underwriting, and Michael Davern as a member of the Executive Committee. A spokesperson said, “Fidelis Insurance [Fidelis] is pleased to announce three senior promotions, effective immediately. Charles Mathias – Deputy Chairman “Charles Mathias has been promoted to […]
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Appleby Makes 24th Holiday Donation To STAR

Appleby’s Bermuda office delivered holiday gift donations to local charity STAR [Supportive Therapy for Aids Persons and their Relatives]. A spokesperson said, “This marks Appleby’s 24th year supporting STAR families during the holiday season. Appleby participates annually in STAR’s Christmas Donation Drive by supporting six families with holiday food hampers, fruit baskets, gifts and vouchers.” […]
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UK’s Action Called “Colonial-Style Intervention”

Charles Kuhn and Gabriella Bligh — writing in the British Times newspaper – called the UK’s prevention of the “creation of a legal recreational cannabis market in Bermuda” a “colonial-style intervention.” Their report on the Times website said, “A range of missteps have been blamed on Liz Truss, but one of the less well known is […]
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Library Wins City Christmas Window Contest

The  Bermuda National Library won the City’s 2022 Christmas Window Decorating Contest, with Discovery Wines & Spirits, Demco and Waterfront Man earning runner up honours. A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton today announced the winners of the City’s 2022 Christmas Window Decorating Contest. A record 24 City businesses entered the festive competition this year, which had […]
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AM Best Downgrades Qatar Insurance Ratings

AM Best has downgraded the Financial Strength Rating to A- [Excellent] from A [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings [Long-Term ICR] to “a-” [Excellent] from “a” [Excellent] of Qatar Insurance Company Q.S.P.C. [QIC] [Qatar], and its subsidiary Antares Reinsurance Company Limited [Antares Re] [Bermuda]. The outlook of these Credit Ratings [ratings] has been revised […]
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“Exploring Bermuda’s Blue Backyard’ Session

Scientists from the Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences [BIOS] participated in a virtual education session for local schools as part of the Bermuda Ocean Prosperity Programme’s [BOPP’s] ongoing youth engagement. A spokesperson said, “BIOS scientists have been involved with BOPP since the programme’s inception, serving on both the Steering Committee and Science Committee, and providing […]
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