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| Bermudian Dr. Cindy Trimm has been featured on the Oprah magazine website, as part of their ‘Unstoppable Love’ series. The Oprah Magazine website said, “Cindy’s first entrepreneurial venture was a business at 8-years-old running errands for neighbors. From there, she put herself through college and went on to claim a seat in the Bermuda Senate by […]
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| The automated electronic clearing gates at the airport are available for Bermudians, spouses and children of Bermudians and PRC holders “as part of the Department of Immigration’s new border control system” with a “goal of investing in technology to streamline and improve the travel experience in Bermuda.” This is according to Skyport, who posted the photo […]
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| During the month of February, Dr. Crystal Clay will be facilitating three virtual workshops to address ‘Developing Emotional Intelligence and Compassionate Leadership in Human Services’. A spokesperson said, “The Inter Agency Committee for Children and Families [IAC]’s Compassionate Care Conference held on November 19, 2020, was a successful gathering for the community to engage in […]
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| Argo Group International Holdings announced that its results for the fourth quarter of 2020 will be “adversely affected by estimated losses related to various natural catastrophe events and the continued impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.” A spokesperson said, “Argo expects to report natural catastrophe losses of approximately $38 million in the fourth quarter, primarily related to […]
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| Catalina Holdings [Bermuda] Ltd announced that co-founder Chris Fagan is stepping down as Chief Executive, and he will be succeeded as Chief Executive by Bruce Hemphill. A spokesperson said, “Catalina Holdings [Bermuda] Ltd, an industry leader in the insurance legacy space, announces that Chris Fagan, co-founder, is stepping down as Chief Executive. “He will be succeeded […]
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| The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [February 3] with the list indicating that there are thirteen bus runs cancelled so far today. Related Stories Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Friday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Thursday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Tuesday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Wednesday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Thursday Ministry: […]
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| An armed robbery occurred this evening [Feb 2] at the Somerset branch of GameTime, with two males, one who “brandished what appeared to be a firearm,” demanding cash from the female employee. A spokesperson said, “Police are tonight seeking the public’s assistance in locating two suspects who were involved in a robbery at the Somerset […]
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| Police and firefighters conducted a search operation as part of the continued effort to locate Chavelle Dillon-Burgess. Police officers and firefighters were seen at a building in the western area of the island, with a number of personnel on scene for hours. There were multiple vehicles, including at least two fire trucks, and they were […]
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| The Government will be holding a press conference at approximately 5.45pm this evening [Feb 2] to update the public on Covid-19. We will have additional coverage following the press conference, our continuous live updates on Covid-19 are here, and the live video below should start showing the press conference at around 5.45pm, or a few […]
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| [Written by Mikaela Ian Pearman] For my final stop for Restaurant Weeks, I decided to try a brand new restaurant – Aurora at Newstead. Because this is the sister restaurant to Blu and is a new ocean to table concept from the MEF Group, I was expecting to be wowed. And I absolutely was. My […]
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| X-Speed United — a UCI Continental Cycling Team which is registered in Canada and races in Europe and Asia — has highlighted Bermuda’s Conor White. They posted the graphic below online, saying, “Our time trialist from a 21 square mile rock in the middle of the Atlantic ocean, Conor White! “The 21-year-old Bermudian rode for […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Feb 2] include striking off, list of proposed planning applications, and contracts valued $50,000 or more. First Strike Off Notice – Local Companies Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Striking Off Notice ID: GN0107/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Registrar of Companies Publication Date: 02 February 2021 […]
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| The Lamb Foggo Urgent Care Centre [UCC] has returned to its pre-winter plan weekday hours of noon to 8pm, BHB has confirmed. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] today confirms that the Lamb Foggo Urgent Care Centre [UCC] has returned to its pre-winter plan weekday hours of noon to 8pm, with an x-ray service, from […]
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| The Government will be holding a press conference at approximately 5.45pm this evening [Feb 2] to update the public on Covid-19. We will have additional coverage following the press conference, our continuous live updates on Covid-19 are here, and the live video below should start showing the press conference at around 5.45pm, or a few […]
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| Wednesday, February 3 is expected to see variable cloud with a few showers, with the high to be near 20°C/68°F and the low to be near 16°C/60°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 71%. Sunrise will be at 7.12am and sunset […]
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| “Five Bermudian scientists will discuss the interconnected-ness of scientific disciplines through the lens of COVID, and its impact in Bermuda, as Bermuda College’s newly-named Roche Science Public Forum launches next week with a virtual public panel discussion,” the College said. Amy Harvey, Chair of the Roche Science event said, “This year, Covid-19 has highlighted how […]
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| Minister of Finance Curtis Dickinson will be hosting a virtual Town Hall Meeting tomorrow [Feb 3] to “discuss the state of Bermuda’s economy and potential Fiscal Year 2021/2022 budget implications.” In an online post, the Bermuda Government said, “The public is invited to join the Minister of Finance, the Hon. Curtis Dickinson, JP, MP, to […]
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| The Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service responded to a total of 301 emergency incidents in January 2021, with firefighters handling pole fires, electrical fires, trash fires, oven fires, flooding incidents, and more. A breakdown of the incidents per fire station during the month is below. Hamilton Station 71 Automatic Fire Alarms [AFA’s] 5 Pole Fires […]
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| The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is holding a press conference this afternoon [Feb 2] to provide an update on the “human body part investigation.” We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime, the live video is below. Update: The live broadcast has concluded and the 9-minute replay is below Related Stories Video: […]
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| The Ministry of National Security is reminding the public that the deadline for applications for the upcoming Royal Bermuda Regiment [RBR] recruit camp is on Thursday [Feb 4]. A Government spokesperson said, “Recruit training camp takes place February 14 – 27, 2021, and interested persons wishing to serve are encouraged to attend Warwick Camp for […]
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| The Government will be holding a press conference at approximately 5.45pm this evening [Feb 2] to update the public on Covid-19. We will have additional coverage following the press conference, our continuous live updates on Covid-19 are here, and the live video below should start showing the press conference at around 5.45pm. As the island […]
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| The Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban recently visited the Riddell’s Bay nature reserve and recreation area, with the Minister saying “it is an example of how developers, environmental groups and government can work together to achieve the right balance to protect our environment and create open spaces for our residents to enjoy.” A Government […]
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| The Department of Workforce Development recently partnered with Connectech to “provide job seekers with the opportunity to refresh and develop necessary IT skills to increase their employability.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Digital Literacy Training Programme provided participants with upskilling and reskilling in the Microsoft Office Suite of products. “The week-long course which commenced on […]
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| The Government held an online public consultation meeting regarding the Proposal for the Introduction of Parish Primary Schools, which suggests changing from 18 primary schools to 10. A Government spokesperson previously said, “The Ministry of Education has issued a call to action to the Bermuda community – ‘Parents, Students, Teachers, Business Owners, Seniors, Clergy, Professionals, […]
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| The Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service extinguished a boat fire in the Riddell’s Bay area last night [Feb 1] with a 25-foot boat being “fully engulfed in flames.” A BFRS spokesperson said, “At 10:56pm on Monday February 1, 2021, Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service received a report of a boat on fire at Riddell’s Bay […]
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| Francis Patton Primary School is getting set to hold a ‘Longtail Plunge’ on Saturday [Feb 6], with all proceeds to go toward the school’s sports program. The event will take place at the Francis Patton Primary dock, with parents and teachers taking part. A spokesperson said, “Our school will be having a plunge, starting with […]
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| [Opinion column written by Agathe Holowatinc] Buddha bowls are popping up on menus everywhere, not to mention on blogs, Pintrest, Instagram, and all over the internet, so I wanted to shine some light on what they are, what makes them awesome and healthy and how you can make them at home. Also, to be honest, […]
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| The Bermuda Tourism Authority is set to mark Black History Month in the U.S. with a celebration of Bermuda’s Black-owned tourism businesses. “The February initiative will highlight more than 20 businesses which have self-identified as Black-owned on the tourism stakeholder portal BTAConnect. The businesses, and the entrepreneurs behind them, will be featured across the organisation’s […]
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| Premier David Burt has received the second dose of the Covid-19 vaccine, after receiving his first dose on January 11th. Premier Burt tweeted the photo below, saying: “Received my 2nd dose of Covid19 vaccine today & I’m feeling fine! Thank you to the staff at the vaccination centre for the smooth process. If eligible please […]
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| The Education Committee of Social Justice Bermuda has called “for an end to compulsory worship within the public schools,” saying that “schools should be institutions that are respectful and inclusive of all students, regardless of their religious beliefs or non-belief” and “public monies should not be spent on forcing theology on our children.” What is Section […]
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| “Almost three-quarters of respondents believe digital technologies and behaviours have boosted productivity,” according to the Caribbean Digital Readiness Survey held by PWC. A spokesperson said, “Businesses have set bold ambitions for digitisation, but PwC’s Caribbean Digital Readiness Survey 2021 reveals a wide gap between organisations out in front and those struggling to make headway. “Most […]
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| The Bermuda Cancer & Health Centre has received a donation of $3,000 from Jamie Madison Collection, which was raised from the widely successful sale of their signature ‘Aniah’ jackets. “Funds raised have been tremendous and we are thankful for everyone who contributed to this initiative,” says Jaime Ramsay, Designer at Jamie Madison Collection. “Many people […]
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| The Bermudian Heartbeats Lecture Series is getting set to present a self-driven tour entitled “St. David’s Tour & More” with Rick Spurling on Saturday [Feb 6]. The event poster says, “Join us for a tour as we learn about some of the cultural highlights of St. David’s, including Cashew City, St. David’s Lighthouse, Carter House, […]
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| The Miller School in Charlottesville, Virginia honored cyclist Nic Narraway with a National Champion jersey. The school’s report said, “Ten thousand miles is a long distance. In an average year of training, Varsity Elite Miller School cyclists ride their bikes just over ten thousand miles to prepare for races around the world. During the school […]
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| In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange , One Communications Ltd., advised that pursuant to BSX Regulation Section IIA 6.14[2][i], on 29 January 2021, 306,159 shares were repurchased for cancellation at a price of $3.95 Related Stories One Communications Share Repurchase One Communications Share Repurchase One Communications Share Repurchases One Communications Share Repurchases One […]
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| February 1 saw 25,716 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $101,560.75 BD. 25 shares were traded by Argus Group Holdings Ltd, closing even at $4.01 per share, while the other 25,691 shares were traded by One Communications Ltd, closing even at $3.95 per share. The BSX finished at 2,153.85, even on the […]
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| “Before making workers redundant, the BPSU implores employers to exhaust all possible alternatives,” Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] President Armell Thomas said today. Mr Thomas said, “Unions face many challenges in our role as advocates for labour, however, one of the toughest is sitting down with workers who have been made redundant. This was the […]
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| Bermudian model Kali Lespere is featured on the cover of Garden & Gun magazine, with the publication also highlighting the island in a nine-page feature story. In addition to Ms Lespere gracing the cover of the February/March 2021 issue, a number of Bermudians were hired and credited in-magazine for the photoshoot including photographer Meredith Andrews, videographer James Doughty, […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Feb 1] include appointments, proposed planning applications, cancellation of registration, final notice voluntary strike-off, and permanent resident’s certificate. Appointments Medical Reference Committee Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Appointments Notice ID: GN0102/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication Date: 01 February 2021 The Minister of […]
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| Tuesday, February 2 is expected to be cloudy with periods of heavy rain showers & thunderstorms, with the high to be near 21°C/70°F and the low to be near 17°C/62°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 89%. Sunrise will be at […]
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| There were 1587 test results received and one was positive for Covid-19 – which is classified as imported by a resident who arrived from London — so the island currently has 12 active cases. A Government spokesperson said, “There were 1587 test results received by the Ministry of Health since the last update, and one […]
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| MarketPlace announced an “exclusive wholesale partnership” to offer the UK-based Sainsbury’s own-brand items. A spokesperson said, “The MarketPlace today announces an exclusive wholesale partnership to offer UK-based Sainsbury’s own-brand items, bringing a range of high-quality British food and household products at great everyday value. “Shoppers can now enjoy a range which includes over 600 products, […]
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| [Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [February 1] with the list indicating that there are fourteen bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.05pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 14 runs cancelled this morning, 32 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]
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| The Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] announced that Preston Swan is taking on the role of acting chief operating officer. A spokesperson said, “Alongside his leadership role at Mid-Atlantic Wellness Institute [MWI], where he has served as vice president of MWI clinical operations for the last three years, Mr Swan will take over responsibility for Facilities Management, […]
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| In order to mark World Cancer Day on February 4, the Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre [BCHC] is partnering with businesses to host ‘Round Up at the Till’ or ‘Denim Day’ events. A spokesperson said, “Marking World Cancer Day on February 4, Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre, a member of the Union for International Cancer […]
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| The flags at the Union Gas are at half-staff out of respect for the late LaVerne Furbert, who passed away this weekend at age 74. A well known advocate for the Bermuda Industrial Union [BIU], Ms Furbert served as the editor for their newspaper, The Worker’s Voice. Premier David Burt called her “an unwavering force […]
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| Butterfield Group announced that eleven of its Trust team members, having been nominated by their industry peers, are featured in the Private Client Global Elite Directory 2021: Elite Recommends. A spokesperson said, “The prestigious directory is published annually by Global Elite, a worldwide network of private client–community professionals. Assembled based on nominations from wealth planners […]
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| Tiara DeRosa and her Mississippi Valley Track and Field teammates competed in the KMS Open Indoor Track Meet, their first meet of the season. Competing in the women’s shot put, she finished 3rd with a top toss of 12.60m or 41 feet 33 inches, which came on her third and final attempt. On her first […]
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| Cody Rego was back in action competing in the CSI3* NetJets Regional WEF Series in Wellington, Florida. During the 33 competitors Dover Saddlery / USEF Hunter Seat Medal – Section A Class, Rego and Jamaica picked up the win. Related Stories Video: Philip Correia On Winning FEI Silver Medal Riders Excel In FEI Jumping World […]
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| The Privy Council hearing in London on Bermuda’s marriage equality decision will take place this week, on Wednesday, February 3 and Thursday, February 4, with the court hearing to be live streamed online. An OUTBermuda spokesperson said, “This week, leaders and attorneys for OUTBermuda will enter the final appeal in London for Bermuda’s historic marriage equality […]
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