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| Governor Rena Lalgie welcomes the new leaders of The Salvation Army Bermuda Division, Majors Rob and Shelley Kerr to Government House. Government House posted the image above online, and said, “Governor Lalgie was pleased yesterday to welcome to Government House the new leaders of the The Salvation Army Bermuda Division, Majors Rob and Shelley Kerr.” […]
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| June 11 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,569.33, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 61 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF], and the full report for the week is available here [PDF]. Related Stories ‘Active And […]
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| The Ministry received 1683 test results and zero were positive and there are currently four active cases. A spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health received 1683 test results since the last update, and zero (0) were positive for COVID-19. This gives a test positivity rate of 0.0%. “Additionally, there were three (3) recoveries and no […]
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| The Bermuda Police Service confirmed that they are “investigating the sudden death of a 54-year-old male following an incident at a Hamilton Parish residence earlier today.” “Police and other first responders were dispatched to a residence at My Lords Bay Lane around 2:45 p.m. today, Friday 11th June after receiving reports of a domestic dispute […]
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| Bermuda Industrial Union members have started a ‘Work to Rule’ and will not work overtime for one week, BIU President Chris Furbert confirmed at a press conference today [June 11], with the Union President explaining his member’s position as far as decertification. The full video of the press conference is below: Related Stories Video: BIU […]
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| Allan Trew, Laurie Shiell, Dr. Clarence Maxwell and Jon Beard have all been recognized in the annual Queen’s Birthday Honours List. A spokesperson said, “Her Majesty The Queen has recognised the following people in her annual Birthday Honours Iist: “Queen’s Certificate and Badge of Honour awardees: Mr. Allan Trew – for services to tourism; Ms. Laurie Shiell […]
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| “Wantley is of significant architectural, cultural and social importance to African Bermudian life in the 19th and 20th centuries and should be saved for the long-term enjoyment and appreciation by the people of Bermuda,” the Citizens Uprooting Racism in Bermuda said. A spokesperson said, “CURB is disturbed to hear of the plans to demolish one […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [June 11] include boards appointments. Appointments Bermuda Public Accountability Board Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Boards Appointments Notice ID: GN0477/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication Date: 11 June 2021 The Minister of Finance is pleased to make the following appointments with effect from […]
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| Saturday, June 12 is expected to see variable cloud with a few showers, easing overnight, with the high to be near 27°C/80°F and the low to be near 23°C/74°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 76%. Sunrise will be at 6.11am […]
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| [Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [June 11] with the list indicating that there are twenty-five bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.00pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 25 runs cancelled this morning, 69 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]
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| Bermuda and Jamaica are set to headline the Pan American Health Organization/World Health Organization [PAHO/WHO] regional celebrations for World Blood Donor Day. A spokesperson said, “The event will be livestreamed on PAHO social media pages on Monday, June 14 starting at 11:00AM. “World Blood Donor Day is celebrated annually to raise global awareness of the […]
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| The Bermuda Coast Guard recently investigated the sighting of a Chinese lantern that may have been mistaken for a flare. A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre spokesperson said, “On Sunday 6th June, 9.28pm, a member of the public contacted RCC Bermuda via 911 call to report what was thought to be a red flare, seen near […]
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| White Horse and Tobacco Bay Beach Club will be featuring the Euro Cup 2021 at both establishments for one month with accompanying drink specials. A spokesperson said, “White Horse and Tobacco Bay Beach Club is excited to announce that they will be featuring the Euro Cup 2021 at both establishments for one month with accompanying […]
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| TROIKA Bermuda has announced its 2021 programming, with some of the highly anticipated initiatives to commence this summer. A spokesperson said, “TROIKA Bermuda is thrilled to announce our 2021 programing. “For over ten years, TROIKA Bermuda has delivered a platform for providing excellence in the arts for the youth of Bermuda. Although our Work In […]
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| The Ministry of Public Works said they wish to “advise of the present disposition of Wantley House located at 20 Princess Street, City of Hamilton.” A Government spokesperson said, “Members of the public would be aware that the property has been in disrepair for many years and has unfortunately become a site for illicit drug […]
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| The police have appealed for anyone who may have recorded the Revolve event to contact them, noting that while videos and photographs of the event are being circulated on social media “they cannot be submitted as evidence before a court of law.” A police spokesperson said, “As part of the police investigation into the Revolve […]
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| The MTM Summer Bowl 2021 moved into the fifth day at the Fairmont Southampton Tennis Courts, with several matches needing a tie-breaker to decide a winner. The A Division match between Antonio Warner and Romar Douglas was deadlocked at a set apiece, before Doubles retired leading 3-2 in the third. Zach McGuire came from a […]
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| A Royal Canadian Air Force aircraft paid a visit to Bermuda yesterday [June 10], stopping by the LF Wade International Airport in the afternoon. The Government of Canada website says, “The CC-177 Globemaster III strategic airlifter transports troops, cargo and oversized combat equipment. Rapid, reliable and flexible, it is equipped with advanced digital avionics. “The […]
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| The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [June 11] with the list indicating that there are twenty-five 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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| Christopher Joell-Deshields is serving as Executive Director of Pride in London, leading a team of six directors and over 200 volunteers to organise the parade, which is a major event that attracts tens of thousands of participants. The Bermudian — who noted that London is his second home as “Bermuda will always be my first” — […]
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| Cactus Ltd. Bermuda, a Bermudian tech company, has launched a mobile app that aims to make signing documents easier. A spokesperson said, “Amy Peniston, the Bermudian CEO of Cactus Ltd, wants to make it easy for you to add your signature to a PDF document. Her app, Stamper, does precisely that. “A simple phone app […]
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| June 10 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,569.33, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 1 decline, and 60 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories ‘Active And Significant Year For The BSX’ Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: June 9 […]
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| A number of international factors have resulted in food prices increasing and as ”much as we strive to keep the costs of food as low as possible, it is unavoidable that these increased costs will impact the retail trade in Bermuda.” This was stated in a letter from Lindo’s Manager Zach Moniz, with a contribution from […]
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| With an aim to expand the way they deliver their news to the community, the Bermuda Broadcasting Company is continuing to live stream their evening news programme online for viewers both on the island and abroad. The live video will begin at 7.00pm, and play to 7.30pm, and then the replay will be available: Related […]
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| The Ministry of Public Works said they “would like to remind the public that trimming back overhanging trees and hedges from private property to prevent vegetation from projecting into the roadways or sidewalks is the property owner’s responsibility.” “Overhanging trees and hedges can cause safety hazards to road users including obstructed visibility, injury to waste […]
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| On Tuesday, June 15, the Bermuda Chamber of Commerce will host the first of a two-part series of Lunch & Learns for Human Resource Professionals to learn about important updates to Employment Act 2000. A spokesperson said, “The Employment Amendment Act 2021 outlines various updates to the Employment Act 2000. Amendments include [but are not […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [June 10] include temporary fundraising licence & list of proposed planning applications. Temporary Fundraising Licence – Kijani Burgess Dream Award Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN0476/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Registry General Publication Date: 10 June 2021 The Charities Act, 2014 […]
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| Friday, June 11 is expected to see sunny periods, chance of showers towards evening, with the high to be near 28°C/82°F and the low to be near 24°C/75°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 72%. Sunrise will be at 6.11am and […]
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| MEF Ltd — otherwise known as The Little Venice Group – launched a pilot Trainee Programme in November 2020 and yesterday “seven recipients graduated and received job placements in the company and three received certificates of participation,” the company said. At the Awards Ceremony held at the Harbourfront restaurant, Labour Minister Jason Hayward thanked the […]
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| KPMG in Bermuda’s captive team is getting set to take part in the Bermuda Captive Conference next week. A spokesperson said, “KPMG in Bermuda’s Captive team will be weighing in on some of the big issues facing the insurance industry at the Bermuda Captive Conference next week, from the impact of Covid-19, to insurance solutions […]
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| The Bermuda Government is reminding everyone that the current supply of AstraZeneca vaccines will expire on June 30th, and anyone who wants to get the vaccine can visit here. The Bermuda Government posted the graphic below online, saying: “Do you want to get the Covid-19 Vaccine? Bermuda’s current supply of AstraZeneca will expire on 30 June, […]
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| The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon [June 10], with the list indicating that there are thirty-one bus runs cancelled 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: Bus […]
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| Mount Saint Agnes Academy has launched their first Virtual Art Auction, with all artwork on display at Brew coffee house on Front Street from June 7th until June 13th. A spokesperson said, “Online bidding will start at 9am on Friday, June 11th and go to Midnight on Sunday, June 13th 12:00pm. Click here to place […]
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| The superyacht Arctic Pride II has been in Bermuda for the past days, with the luxury vessel currently located in the east end. The Superyacht Times website said, “The 46m Arctic Pride II yacht [ex: Aqua] was built in 2020 by Delta Marine. She features an exterior design by Delta.” Related Stories $100 Million Superyacht “Rock.It” Visits […]
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| The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] said they “shared full support for an investigation into the possible breach of Covid protocols at the yacht event on June 8.” A spokesperson said, “The BTA assisted local organisers’ administrative filings, including group exemption applications for a series of photo-shoots and on-site destination support for influencers’ social media activities. […]
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| BELCO congratulated George Fubler and Stevon Trott for completing the BELCO Apprenticeship Programme and being awarded Certificates of Completion from the Department of Workforce Development. “The BELCO Apprenticeship is a four/five-year programme that includes 1.5 – 2.5 years of overseas schooling, with the remainder of time spent training on the job. Apprentices are paid a full […]
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| The Bermuda Hospitals Board and Bermuda Blood Donor Centre today thanked Hamilton Princess & Beach Club for their support on encouraging more blood and apheresis donors in Bermuda. In support of World Blood Donor Day 2021, which is celebrated on 14 June, Hamilton Princess has donated a weekend stay at the hotel and champagne brunch […]
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| With an aim to elevate our coverage of the hurricane season, Bernews has teamed up with Glenn Jones for a ‘Stay Ready Storm’ feature, which is set to begin with a live broadcast at 8.00pm on Wednesday, June 16th. While better known in recent years for his role with the BTA, Glenn has years of […]
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| Miller has announced the appointment of Erik Manning as Head of ILS. A spokesperson said, “Miller, a leading independent specialist [re]insurance broker, today announces the appointment of Erik Manning as Head of ILS. Manning is due to commence his role in Q3 2021, subject to approval by the Bermuda Department of Immigration, and will report […]
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| National Dance Company Wales [NDCW] has appointed four new trustees to its board, including Bermudian Krystal Lowe. A report on the NDCWales website said, “National Dance Company Wales is delighted to announce the appointment of four new trustees. “Cathryn Allen, Martin Hylton, Krystal S. Lowe and Tupac Martir join the board with immediate effect and […]
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| STEP Bermuda will be holding a free STEP Talk webinar today [June 10 ] on ‘Practical Strategies for US-Connected Trusts,’ with the presentation to feature Giev Askari, Senior Wealth Planner, HSBC Private Banking. A spokesperson said, “STEP Bermuda, in association with the Business Bermuda Development Agency [BBDA] and the Bermuda Association of Licensed Trustees [BALT], […]
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| A large number of local events have been cancelled over the past year, and local event organizers said they “have looked on as Bermuda played host to a slew of large-scale events on behalf of international bodies,” and they are “very concerned” and explained they are “ready, willing and able to work with the Bermuda […]
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| Additional yachts have crossed the finish line in the Bermuda One-Two Yacht Race, which started in Newport, Rhode Island and finished off the east end of Bermuda. The second boat across the line in the race — Kiwi Spirit II — finished at 1:33am, with Gryphon Solo finishing at 1:41am. At 7:30am, Reveille crossed the […]
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| Richard and Rebecca Wilson said the extent of their gratitude for the work of hospital staff in the fight against Covid-19 cannot be sufficiently expressed in words, so the local couple donated $2,500 to nurses in May in an effort to convey their feelings. They presented BHB Chief of Nursing Judy Richardson with the donation, […]
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| The MTM Summer Bowl 2021 continued at the Fairmont Southampton Tennis Courts, with members of the Bermuda Davis Cup team taking to the court. All eyes were on the court as the tournament number 1 seed Tariq Simons took on his David Cup teammate James Finnigan. Finnigan would advance with a straight-sets victory 7-6, 6-2, […]
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| The Bermuda Karting Club’s 2020-2021 National Race Season has come to an end, and the overall division point standings are below. Scott Barnes captured the L206 Senior Class title with 702 points, while 567 points saw Nile Bean win the Tag Junior title. Barnes also captured the Tag Senior Class title with 617 points, while […]
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| In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, Somers Limited announced share repurchases and total shares in issue. The filing stated: “Somers Limited, a financial services investment holding company, announces that during the month of May 2021, Somers purchased 500 of its own common shares [the “Shares”] at an average cost of $17.00 per share. […]
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| SailGP has released the first episode of the second season of their “SailGP: Racing On The Edge” documentary series entitled The Bermuda Crash, with the episode highlighting the crash between the United States and Japan during the Bermuda Sail Grand Prix. The video description says, “In our first episode covering Season 2, we look back […]
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| June 9 saw 3,130 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $73,192.50 BD. 30 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing even at $37.50 per share, while another 3,100 shares were traded by BF&M Ltd, closing at an even $23.25 per share. The BSX finished at 2,569.33, even on the […]
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| The Ministry received 1698 test results and zero were positive for Covid-19, and there are now seven active cases and no one is in the hospital due to Covid-19. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health received 1698 test results since the last update, and zero [0] were positive for Covid-19. This gives a […]
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