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| American broadcast journalist Soledad O’Brien highlighted Bermudian Ki-Juan Minors, tweeting out a video of him and saying, “My riding instructor Ki is also a phenomenal singer. Mr Minors has no shortage of talent, being both a skilled equestrian who has represented Bermuda internationally and a very talented singer. Ms O’Brien, who has worked for major […]
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| One Communications said they have ”temporarily closed its retail store on Church Street after an employee tested positive for Covid-19.” A spokesperson said, “The store will undergo a deep cleaning and further information will be communicated regarding the reopening. “One Communications curbside and delivery service will be closed on Wednesday December 16th and reopen on Thursday December […]
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| There were 1043 test results received and and 11 were positive for Covid-19, so Bermuda now has 467 total confirmed positive cases, with 208 currently active cases. A Government spokesperson said, “There were 1043 test results received by the Ministry of Health since the last update and 11 were positive for Covid-19. “Three of the […]
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| Bermudian reporter Ernest Tucker, considered to be the CBC’s first Black journalist, has been inducted into the CBC News Hall of Fame. This is according to a report on CBC, which said, “Tucker began his career with CBC in Toronto’s radio newsroom, later moving to Montreal, and continued as a reporter for more than 35 years. […]
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| [Updated] The public bus service remains suspended, the Ministry confirmed this morning [Dec 15]. On Friday, December 11th, the Ministry confirmed that bus service was “suspended until further notice,” explaining that a member of staff tested positive for Covid-19. “Out of an abundance of caution and to ensure the safety of others, the decision has […]
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| The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] said they welcome “the guilty verdict as well as the sentence handed down in the matter against James Rumley, who was charged for importing firearms components.” Detective Superintendent Nicholas Pedro, Officer in Charge – Serious Crime Division said, “We support Mr. Justice Wolffe that a crystal clear message had to […]
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| “Customs is encouraging the public’s patience as it works to clear packages for residents and courier services,” explaining that why they “understand the public’s eagerness to have their packages cleared” they “must adhere to the appropriate protocols.” A Government spokesperson said, “Today, the Customs Department is reissuing its advisory regarding its package clearance processes. “Customs […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Dec 15] include list of proposed planning applications, notice of intention to construct a controlled plant, and assents. List Of Proposed Planning Applications Advertised On December 15, 2020 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Notification Of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID: GN1160/2020 Public Authorities / Department: […]
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| Wednesday, December 16 is expected to see sunny breaks with periods of light rain or drizzle at times, with the high to be near 21°C/70°F and the low to be near 19°C/66°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be east. The relative humidity is expected to be near 73%. Sunrise will […]
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| The Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] announced that it will be “reducing the weekday hours of the Lamb Foggo Urgent Care Centre [UCC] for the winter months, as it did last year.” The BHB said, “As part of its winter planning, Bermuda Hospitals Board today announced that it will be reducing the weekday hours of the […]
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| Over 11,000 people have downloaded the WeHealth Bermuda app so far, Premier David Burt said, with the Premier explaining that the app — which offers exposure notifications — is “100% anonymous and no one can see who is sending the information.” Speaking at last night’s [Dec 14] press briefing, Premier Burt said, “Everyone should download […]
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| Bermuda’s Privacy Commissioner Alexander White said that his office “engaged with Government early” in the process of developing the WeHealth Bermuda Covid-19 notification app, and said that he has downloaded the app himself, as “it was developed to protect privacy along with public health. ” Commissioner White said, “In my anecdotal conversations with Bermudians about whether they […]
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| The ’20X20 Silent Walk With A Purpose’ will be held on Sunday [Dec 20], with participants “encouraged to practice ’20×20 Foresight’ during sunset by walking in silence to locations of their choice throughout the island.” A spokesperson said, “A social media ‘storm in a teacup’ caused by the new Covid-19 security measures of the Bermuda […]
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| For anyone seeking a more detailed in-depth look at Bermuda’s current and cumulative Covid-19 statistics, the seven charts below — three of which are interactive — provide comprehensive information. The top four charts are via the Government and provide information on the current condition of all confirmed cases to date, age/gender of all cases, transmission […]
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| The Bermuda National Gallery will be temporarily closed until further notice, and a new exhibition, planned to open later this week, can now be visited online. A spokesperson said, “As matter of care for the health and safety of our volunteers, visitors and staff amidst growing concerns around the spread of Covid-19, the Bermuda National […]
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| The Senate is scheduled to be in session on Wednesday [Dec 16] and Bills listed on the Order Paper include the Investment Funds Amendment Act 2020, the Bermuda Monetary Authority Amendment [No. 2] Act 2020, the Tax Reform Commission Amendment Act 2020, the Marine and Ports Services Act 2020, the Merchant Shipping Amendment [No. 2] […]
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| [Opinion column written by Shadow Legal Affairs Minister Scott Pearman] Wait? It’s the middle of December?!? As ‘years’ go, 2020 has certainly been infamous. 2020: double digits now etched on our collective psyche. Infamous. Yet, to me at least, 2020 also went by remarkably quickly. The past 12 months have sped by faster than the […]
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| The Bermuda Cricket Board is looking for a volunteer Treasurer who will be able to provide 8-10 hours per month. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Cricket Board [BCB] is the official ICC [International Cricket Council] recognized organization chosen to represent Bermuda in terms of cricket issues. “We are a Bermuda registered charity #350, providing grassroots, […]
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| “The UK Government will supply the Territories with a proportionate share of the vaccines that the UK procures,” British Parliamentary Under-Secretary for the Foreign Office Wendy Morton said. Local officials have already confirmed that “Bermuda will be supplied with 9,000 doses of the Pfizer vaccine and they will arrive on our shores in the first […]
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| The Ministry of Public Works is advising that for the “Christmas, Boxing Day and New Year’s holidays, waste collection days will change for the weeks of December 21 and 28.” A Government spokesperson said, “For the week of December 21, Wednesday’s and Thursday’s waste will both be collected on Wednesday, and Friday’s waste will be […]
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| In order to celebrate the holiday season by giving back, students at Saltus Grammar School held a ’24 Days of Giving’ event, donating food to the Eliza DoLittle Society and care packages for Meals On Wheels recipients. A spokesperson said, “The holidays are not just about receiving gifts; it is about family, community and appreciation. Carol Jack […]
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| The public bus service remains suspended, the Ministry confirmed this morning [Dec 15]. On Friday, December 11th, the Ministry confirmed that bus service was “suspended until further notice,” explaining that a member of staff tested positive for Covid-19. “Out of an abundance of caution and to ensure the safety of others, the decision has been […]
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| According to an unscientific survey conducted via mailing lists and social media by Age Concern, 38% of people would be “extremely willing to take the vaccine as soon as it arrives” and 27.6% “are willing to take the vaccination, although only after they see others safely take it first.” A spokesperson said, “Age Concern, through their […]
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| The Bermuda Trade Union Congress “stands in solidarity” with the concerns raised by the BIU and BPSU about the Government’s recently tabled Trade Union and Labour Relations [Consolidation] Act 2020, the organisation said. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Trade Union Congress [BTUC] would like to echo the sentiments of both the Bermuda Industrial Union [BIU] […]
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| Marking the third vehicle fire in the last 48 hours, firefighters extinguished another car fire in St George’s early this morning [Dec 15], after receiving a report of a “car explosion”. The fire initially blocked the exit of people in the lower apartment, however fortunately they were able to “escape over a wall. ” A […]
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| Dr. Malcolm Brock has been named the Dr. E.F. Gordon Professor of Thoracic Surgery at Johns Hopkins Medicine, with the well known center saying that Dr. Brock has direct historical ties to the “legendary civil rights leader.” The Johns Hopkins Medicine website said, “In Bermuda, many know Dr. E.F. Gordon [1895–1955] as the legendary civil […]
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| Apex Group Ltd. announced that it will provide its full suite of fund services to Frontera Capital Group Limited. A spokesperson said, “Apex Group Ltd. [Apex], a global financial services provider, announces today that it will provide its full suite of fund services to Frontera Capital Group Limited [Frontera], a well-established Abu Dhabi [UAE], UK […]
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| December 14 saw 7,500 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $112,500.00 BD. 7,500 shares were traded by Somers Limited, closing even at $15.00 per share. The BSX finished at 1,886.60, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 62 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available […]
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| This evening [Dec 14] the Bermuda Hospitals Board and MWI lit up the outside of King Edward VII Memorial Hospital in green, saying they are “shedding light on the importance of good mental health.” A spokesperson previously said, “Green is synonymous with Christmas, but it’s also the colour chosen internationally to denote mental health. This […]
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| Premier David Burt met with Bermuda’s new Governor Rena Lalgie following her swearing in earlier today [Dec 14], with the meeting apparently held via video conferencing. Governor Lalgie arrived on the island with her family on Sunday night, and Government House noted that they are “in quarantine at Government House in compliance with the Public […]
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| [Written by Carla Seely] I come from a long line of business owners, from my grandparents, to my father and more recently my sister who has launched a small business. Now I think it is important to note some people are entrepreneurial in nature and are driven to open and run a business, their determination […]
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| [Updated] The Government will be holding a press conference at approximately 5.45pm this evening [Dec 14] to update the public on Covid-19. We will have additional coverage following the press conference, and the live video below should start at around 5.45pm, and we will update as able in our live updates article here. Update: The […]
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| Work took place today [Dec 14] on the installation of the bridge in Flatts, with the Friends of Bermuda Railway Trail’ organisation explaining that the “bridge that was placed on the pylons today was the most complex to assemble and install of those spans planned at Flatts.” In addition to the time lapse video below, […]
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| The Air Canada flight from Toronto was welcomed with a water cannon salute as it landed in Bermuda on Friday. A spokesperson said, “On Friday, we welcomed Air Canada from Toronto with a water cannon salute for the first time it taxied up to Bermuda’s new passenger terminal building.” Related Stories Photos: Trial With BA […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Dec 14] include striking off, appointments, and contracts valued $50,000 or more. Struck-Off Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Striking Off Notice ID: GN1150/2020 Public Authorities / Department: Registrar Of Companies Publication Date: 14 December 2020 Registrar Of Companies The Companies Act 1981 Pursuant To Section […]
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| Work took place today [Dec 14] on the installation of the bridge in Flatts, with the Friends of Bermuda Railway Trail’ organization explaining that organisation explaining that the “bridge that was placed on the pylons today was the most complex to assemble and install of those spans planned at Flatts.” The Friends of Bermuda Railway […]
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| The Argus Group will temporarily close its offices to walk-in traffic after a staff member tested positive for the coronavirus. A spokesperson said, “The Argus Group will temporarily close its offices to walk-in traffic, after a staff member tested positive for the coronavirus. Out an abundance of caution, the premises will undergo a deep cleaning […]
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| The Bermuda Football Coaches Association expressed their condolences to the family of French coaching legend Gerard Houllier and said they “will fondly remember his visit to our shores.” A spokesperson said, “It is with great sadness that the BFCA has received the news of the passing of French coaching legend Gerard Houllier. The former Liverpool […]
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| Bermudian footballer Aaliyah Nolan scored for Leeds United as they played to a 4-3 win against Stockport County. The club’s match report said, “Leeds United Women returned from lockdown to defeat Stockport County 4-3 in a thrilling encounter. “The Whites showed brilliant character to come from behind three times before a Rebecca Hunt strike ensured […]
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| KPMG in Bermuda today [Dec 14] announced that Neil Patterson will be retiring as the firm’s Chairman at the end of December after 31 years of service. A spokesperson said, “Neil joined the audit practice of the firm in 1989 with a focus in banking and reinsurance. He became a Partner in 1997, Managing Partner […]
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| The Bermuda Senior Golfers Society [BSGS] recently donated four hams and six turkeys to the Salvation Army and Meals on Wheels. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Senior Golfers Society, founded in 1952 and with some 100 members – although not all active – currently on its books, normally holds its annual Turkey Tournament at this […]
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| The Bermuda Cricket Board has released a digital 2020 Year in Review, with the 32-page report outlining “the successes of the BCB during a challenging cricket season due the Covid-19 pandemic.” A spokesperson said, “The Executive of the Bermuda Cricket Board has released a digital 2020 Year in Review. “Presented at the Annual General Meeting […]
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| Due to an issue with the airfield lights — the panel in the Air Traffic Control Tower was “initially unresponsive” — the arrival of the British Airways flight was temporarily delayed last night, however officials confirmed that “the aircraft, originally expected to arrive in Bermuda at 5:50pm, landed safely at 6:13pm.” In response to our […]
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| Bermuda’s new Governor Rena Lalgie arrived on the island last night [Dec 13] and is currently in quarantine at Government House, with Governor Lalgie set to be sworn in “during a closed event” held at Government House today. Government House said, “Her Excellency the Governor, Rena Lalgie, arrived on the island with her family last […]
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| PwC Bermuda has donated over $21,000 to 28 local charitable organisations as part of employee-led holiday giving initiatives. A spokesperson said, “Employees volunteered at feeding programmes and other charitable organisations earlier this month, and donated gift vouchers from the firm, given in lieu of the annual holiday party, to local charities of their choice. “In […]
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| ‘Bermuda Shorts’ — an animated sitcom in development — is premiering a Christmas special on Channel 82 on Christmas Eve, with an encore to air on Christmas Day. A spokesperson said, “On Christmas Eve, Bermuda Shorts — an animated sitcom in development — is premiering a Christmas special on Channel 82. The special, also serving […]
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| The International Cricket Council announced the rescheduled qualification pathway to the ICC Under 19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2022 where 33 teams, including Bermuda, will compete for five World Cup spots. A spokesperson said, “The International Cricket Council [ICC] has today announced the rescheduled qualification pathway to the ICC Under 19 Men’s Cricket World Cup […]
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| Noting that an “employee in our retail location has tested positive for Covid-19,” Digicel said they have closed both their Digicel Retail Store and BTC Payment Centre “in order for employees to be tested, to deep clean the facilities and to ensure there is no further risk.” A spokesperson said, “Digicel is in receipt of […]
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| The U.S. House of Representatives passed a Resolution to designate a room in the United States Capitol as ‘the Joseph H. Rainey Room’, serving to honour the historic life of the one time Bermuda resident who went on to become the first Black man to serve in the House of Representatives. The Resolution noted that […]
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| Bermuda’s martial artists concluded competed in the Texas Amateur Organization of Karate Finals online, with three competing in the grand finals in their respective divisions. The Intermediate Championship Junior Division title went to Callahj Simons representing the Tabata-Ha Shotokan Karate-Do Bermuda. Massanda Vaughans representing the Tabata-Ha Shotokan Karate-Do Bermuda finished second in the Beginner Championship […]
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