November 2021: Top 10 Bernews “Photo Of Day”

Aiming to provide the community with a look at Bermuda’s natural beauty each morning, Bernews features a “Photo of the Day” in our email newsletters and on social media seven days a week. Judging by the number of reader’s “likes”, the month’s most popular photos included the Warwick Long Bay, south shore beaches, Devonshire Bay, Bailey’s Bay, […]

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Nordica Announces Resignation & Appointment

Nordica Life [Bermuda] Ltd. has advised the Bermuda Stock Exchange that with effect from 18th of November 2021, Keisha Thomas has resigned as a Director and Vice President of the Company and on the same date Stephanie Gales was appointed as a Director of the Company. Related Stories Fidelis Appoints Stewart, Davern & Bellamy Vantage […]

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Premier & First Division Standings & Scorers

The Bermuda Football Associations Premier and First Division League seasons are progressing, and a look at the current Standings and League Leading Goalscorers. Premier Division After five rounds of the Premier Division Football action, the Dandy Town Hornets are the league leaders with 15 points, the PHC Zebras have only played four games and they […]

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Official Govt & Legal Notices For Nov 30 2021

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Nov 30] include trademark applications, large group exemptions, assent and notice of intended marriage. Trade Mark Application Advertised Before Reference No. 33 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Trademark Applications Notice ID: GN1301/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Registry General Publication date: 30 November 2021 Document Upload: [PDF here] Large […]

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Flu Express Postponed From Dec 1st To Dec 3rd

The Flu Express, which was to take place tomorrow [December 1st] at the National Stadium Pavilion, has been postponed until Friday, December 3rd at National Stadium Pavilion. A Government spokesperson said, “The seasonal influenza [flu] vaccine will be available for priority groups through their doctor or the Flu Express at the cost of $15.00 per […]

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BHB Mammography Unit Accredited By ACR

The American College of Radiology [ACR] has renewed its accreditation of Bermuda Hospital Board’s Mammography Unit. Official notice of the award was received this month and is valid for the next three years. The Mammography Unit has maintained accreditation with ACR since 1998. “It is a testament that our staff are providing service at the […]

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Senate: Order Of Business For December 1st

The Senate is scheduled to be in session on Wednesday [Dec 1] and statements scheduled to be delivered include International Day of Persons with Disabilities, update on Tynes Bay Waste to Energy Facility, Covid-19 Update in Schools, Bermuda College 2020 Annual Report, 2021 Audited Statements and 2021 Student Financial Support, an update on Universal Health […]

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Ministry: 30 Bus Runs Cancelled On Tuesday

The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon [Nov 30] with the list indicating that there are thirty bus runs cancelled today. Related Stories Regular Bus Schedule To Resume On Tuesday Buses To Operate On Sunday Schedule Minister: Minibuses To Provide Transportation Bus Service: ‘Tentative Agreement Was Reached’ Govt: Disruption To Bus […]

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Reserve Police Welcome Nine New Officers

The Bermuda Reserve Police [BRP] inducted nine new Reserve Constables into voluntary service. A police spokesperson said, “During a recent ceremony held 7pm Wednesday, 17th November 2021 in the Prospect Police Recreation Club hall, the Bermuda Reserve Police [BRP] inducted nine new Reserve Constables into voluntary service. “Acting Commissioner of Police Darrin Simons, Acting Deputy […]

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Christopher Earns Spot On All-CAA First Team

Bermudian footballer Nia Christopher was named to the All-Colonial Athletic Association First Team. The school’s announcement said, “For the second season in a row, four Towson University women’s soccer players have been honored on the Colonial Athletic Association [CAA] All-Conference Teams, announced by the league on Wednesday. “Four all-conference selections tie the most for Towson in […]

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BNAA Introduces Athlete Focus Programme

The Bermuda National Athletic Association [BNAA] has announced the introduction of an Athlete Focus programme to “help athletes prepare academically as well as athletically.” A spokesperson said, “This Focus programme is the brain-child of BNAA’s Vice-President Allison Outerbridge. Allison is a former stand-out track star for Bermuda, who earned a full scholarship and competed for […]

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Regulatory Authority Invites Public To Comment

The Regulatory Authority [RA] is inviting the public to comment on its Interconnection and Interoperability Emergency General Determination 2021. A spokesperson said, “In keeping with the Regulatory Authority Act 2011, the Regulatory Authority is inviting the public to comment on its Interconnection and Interoperability Emergency General Determination 2021, which imposes obligations of interconnection and interoperability […]

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Centurion Appoints Ryan Eve As VP Broking

Centurion Insurance Services Limited — a wholly owned subsidiary of the Argus Group Holdings Limited — announced the appointment of Ryan Eve as Vice President, Broking. A spokesperson said, “In his new position, Ryan will lead operations at Centurion, a Bermuda-based insurance broker that has successfully served the public, financial and legal service sectors for […]

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Photos: Papa Seal Rum Is Back For 2021

Gosling’s Limited is getting set to release its latest batch of Papa Seal Single Barrel Bermuda Rum – “an extremely rare release that pays homage to the brand’s time-tested traditions.” A spokesperson said, “Papa Seal Single Barrel Bermuda Rum is an extremely rare release that pays homage to the brand’s time-tested traditions. A family-owned business […]

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WindReach Gives Inclusive Literature To Schools

WindReach has donated inclusive books to the island’s pre-primary and primary schools in recognition of Giving Tuesday, with the books presented yesterday [Nov 29] to Minister of Education Diallo Rabain. A spokesperson said, “WindReach’s mission is to help enrich the quality of life of persons living with special needs and we do this by providing […]

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Leverock Named Florida Scorpions Vice-Captain

Bermudian Kamau Leverock has been appointed Vice-Captain of the Florida Scorpions cricket team — which also includes Bermudian Delray Rawlins — for the 2021 edition of the US Open Cricket T20 Tournament, which will be held in Florida next month. Leverock, Rawlins, and their teammates open up their tournament on Monday, December 6th, their next […]

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Bermuda Sports Awards Nominations Now Open

The online link to nominate top local athletes for the Bermuda Sports Awards is now live, and the deadline for nominations is December 31st, 2021. A spokesperson said, “The Annual Sports Awards nomination link is live. Although sports has felt the effects of Covid-19, there have been some outstanding performance locally and internationally by our […]

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Bermuda Sandcastle Supports Special Olympics

The Bermuda Sandcastle Competition organisers recently showed their support for the upcoming Special Olympics Bermuda Polar Plunge with a special sculpture, with the charitable event set to be held on December 4. The Bermuda Sandcastle Competition posted the graphic and photos online, saying, “This week’s build is all about feeling the chill and warming the heart. […]

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Black Pony Gallery Hosts Charles Zuill Exhibition

Black Pony Gallery is presenting Memory & Mark-making, a new series of metalpoint drawings by local artist Charles Zuill, with the online solo exhibition presents 14 original artworks that demonstrate the use of silver, gold, copper and brass to draw. The exhibition runs November 29 – December 15, 2021. Eclipse, 2021. Brass and silverpoint on black gesso […]

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Convex Reciprocal Jurisdiction Reinsurer Status

Convex Group Limited today announced that Convex Insurance UK Limited [CIL] and Convex Reinsurance Limited [CRL] received approval from the National Association of Insurance Commissioners [NAIC] and the California Department of Insurance to operate as a reciprocal jurisdiction reinsurer, effective from 1 January 2022. A spokesperson said, “This reciprocal jurisdiction status will allow CIL and […]

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Age Concern: 10% Discount On SOL Fuel

Age Concern Bermuda announced the launch of their annual SOL Fuel campaign, in which Age Concern members receive 10% off all fuel purchases from five SOL Gas Stations across the island. A spokesperson said, “SOL Gas station locations include Collector’s Hill, BIU, Crawl, Warwick and Port Royal. “The campaign begins today, Tuesday, November 30th, and […]

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Covid-19: 18 New, 33 Active, None In Hospital

The Ministry received 6804 test results – spanning 4 days — and 18 were positive, so there are now 33 active cases. A Government spokesperson said, “Since the last update, the Ministry of Health received 6804 test results, and 18 were positive for the coronavirus, giving a test positivity rate of 0.3%. “These results are […]

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Official Govt & Legal Notices For Nov 29 2021

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Nov 29] include acting appointments and permanent resident’s certificate. Acting Appointment: Permanent Secretary, Ministry Of Home Affairs Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN1291/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Cabinet Headquarters Publication date: 29 November 2021 Dr. Danette Ming, Chief Immigration Officer, Department of Immigration […]

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MJM Limited Welcomes Dan Griffin

 MJM Limited has welcomed Dan Griffin to the firm’s Dispute Resolution team as an Associate. A spokesperson said, “Internationally recognized law firm, MJM Limited, is pleased to welcome Dan Griffin to the firm’s Dispute Resolution team as an Associate. “Dan qualified in England and Wales in 2015. Prior to joining MJM, he practiced as a commercial […]

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BTA Welcome New Antigen Arrival Test Policy

The Bermuda Tourism Authority said they welcome “the first significant loosening of Covid-19 border protocols,” saying it “puts us in a stronger market position as we compete with rival destinations touting less stringent travel requirements.” Minister of Health Kim Wilson recently announced changes to the Covid regulations, including changing the pre-arrival test requirement to accept antigen tests. […]

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8pm Live: Part I Angel Tree | Part II Environment

This evening’s [Nov 29] Bernews News & Views will be a two part episode, with Patrina Paynter and Lindsay Simmons set to discuss the Angel Tree Christmas project for kids, while Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban will discuss the Seabased energy project, COP26 and other green initiatives. The live video will start at around 8pm Related […]

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BWS Issues Severe Weather Watch

The Bermuda Weather Service [BWS] has issued a Severe Weather Watch and Thunderstorm Advisory for today [Nov 29], noting that “the potential exists for squalls carrying gusts to 50-60 knots near showers and thunderstorms.” The BWS forecast for today states, “An active and strong cold front approaching from the west will spread showers, possibly heavy […]

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27-Year-Old Man Injured In Shooting

A 27-year-old-man is in hospital being treated for gunshot wounds following a shooting in the Dundonald Street and Court Street area early this morning [Nov 29], the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “A 27-year-old-man is currently warded at the King Edward VII Memorial [KEMH] receiving attention for gunshot wounds sustained in an early […]

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BELCO: Work On Asset Retirement Project

BELCO said they have “commenced work on an Asset Retirement Project [ARP] to dispose of decommissioned assets that include generating engines and buildings.” A spokesperson said, “The ARP planning process commenced in 2014 and will see the abatement of hazardous materials, the removal and disposal of retired assets and the demolition of buildings and structures related […]

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BILTIR: Economic & Social Benefits For Bermuda

Bermuda Long Term Insurers and Reinsurers [BILTIR] has produced a Fact Sheet showing the “widespread economic and social benefits which the organisation brings to Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “BILTIR Fact Sheet highlights: The Bermuda life re/insurance sector companies hold $667 billion of assets under management BILTIR member companies contribute $500 million in direct and indirect […]

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Column: Susan Jackson On Domestic Violence

[Opinion column written by OBA MP Susan Jackson] During the most recent session in the House of Assembly, the day after the United Nations International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, there was silence from our government. Bermuda is experiencing a significant public health issue and if government is serious about protecting people, […]

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Ministry: 18 Bus Runs Cancelled On Monday

The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [November 29] with the list indicating that there are eighteen bus runs cancelled so far today. Related Stories Buses To Operate On Sunday Schedule Minister: Minibuses To Provide Transportation Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Friday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Thursday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Tuesday […]

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Basketball: Black Mambas & Young Goatz Win

A Bermuda Basketball Association league double-header took place inside the CedarBridge Academy Gymnasium with a total of 271 points  scored in the two matches. In the opener, the Black Mambas defeated the Reapers 64 – 61. Kevin Stephens, and Seward Smith both scored 15 points for the Black Mambas, they both also had 3 steals, with […]

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BIT Announces Launch Of Blue Lightning

Blue Island Technology [BIT] has announced the launch of Blue Lightning, a “powerful and flexible cat risk analytics and roll-up engine.” A spokesperson said, “Blue Lightning combines a rich software framework, powerful deployment options and intuitive visualization to create novel and bespoke solutions for the risk industry. “The engine is designed to run alongside a […]

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