0 New Cases, 31 Active, 2 In Hospital, 1 In ICU

The Ministry received 1284 test results and none were positive, so there are currently 31 active cases, of which two people are in the hospital, with one in ICU. A Government spokesperson said, ”The Ministry of Health received 1284 test results since the last update, and none were positive for Covid-19. ”Additionally, since the last update, there […]

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Over 30 Years For Half Marathon Veterans

The Bermuda Half Marathon Derby organisers recently recognised two course veterans, with Cal Steede to participate in his 30th event and Barbara Clemens to compete in her 31st. The Bermuda Half Marathon Derby organisers posted the photo below online, saying, “Shout out to these two course veterans! Cal Steede will be participating in his 30th Bermuda […]

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Petition For Premier “To Resign Immediately”

[Updated] An online petition has been launched calling on Premier David Burt “to resign immediately,” with the petition attaining over 650 signatures as of this writing. The petition — which follows after a video showing people gathering at the opening of the St Regis hotel went viral – notes the Covid regulations and asserts that, “David Burt […]

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Work Environments Free Of Bullying, Harassment

“To ensure that employees are allowed to work in environments free of bullying and sexual harassment and assist employers with compliance pursuant to the Act, the Ministry of Labour has created a Bullying and Sexual Harassment Policy Statement for employers to implement,” Minister of Labour Jason Hayward said. Minister Hayward said, “As many are aware, […]

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Marine & Ports Online System “Intermittent”

The Ministry of Transport is advising the public that the Marine and Ports online system is “currently intermittent.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Transport has been advised that some of the Marine and Ports online users are experiencing technical difficulty with the site. “Please be advised that the online system is currently intermittent, […]

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Official Govt & Legal Notices For May 27 2021

The official Government and Legal notices for today [May 27] include large group exemptions and acting appointments. Large Group Exemption St John Ame Church Service At The Duck’s Puddle Park Annexe Hamilton Parish Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN0437/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication Date: 27 May […]

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Ministry: 61 Bus Runs Cancelled On Thursday

[Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [May 27] 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, 47 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]

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106 Visit KEMH Due To Road Accidents In March

106 people visited the Hospital’s Emergency Department or Urgent Care Centre in March due to road traffic accidents, according to the latest statistics from the Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB]. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] road traffic accident statistics for the period 1 January 2021 – 31 March 2021 show 96 cases were seen in February […]

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BFA Announce Squad For World Cup Qualifiers

The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] announced their 23-player squad for the upcoming Concacaf World Cup Qualifiers. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Football Association is proud to announce their 23-player squad for the upcoming Concacaf World Cup Qualifiers. The SMNT will be looking to continue their form after their previous Qualifier, which was a 5-0 win […]

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Over 50 Mini-Float Entries Available For Viewing

More than 50 entries were submitted for the Heritage Month Mini-Float Challenge, and you can view them online or visit the Botanical Gardens where they will be on display at the Slat House tomorrow through Monday, May 31. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Culture is pleased to announce that more than 50 entries […]

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Photos: Somersfield Students Create Floats

In celebration of Bermuda Day, students at Somersfield Academy created floats, with each class creating a float based on what they feel is important to them and Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “Our Children’s House students created these beautiful Bermuda Day floats in honor of the holiday celebrations. The parents were able to view these today […]

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Hamilton Insurance Appoints Kevin Price

Hamilton Insurance Group, Ltd. today [May 27] announced the appointment of Kevin Price as Head of Allied Medical for its US excess and surplus [E&S] business. A spokesperson said, “Reporting to Clay Rhoades, President, US E&S, Price joins this week from RCM&D. In this newly created role, Price has responsibility for building out the US-based […]

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Road Closure Advisory: Bermuda Day Events

The Ministry of Public Works is advising of the following road restrictions that will be in place on Friday, May 28th for the 2021 Bermuda Day events. The Road Traffic [Sinclair Packwood Memorial Bicycle Road Race Variation of Speed Limits] Order 2021 A Government spokesperson said, “In exercise of the power conferred upon the Minister […]

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CG’s Free Webinars To Help Parents In Pandemic

CG Insurance, in association with Benedict Associates, will present a series of free webinars to support parents through the Covid-19 pandemic. A spokesperson said, “The pandemic is considered to be a ‘mental health crisis’ by many observers and statistics have shown increased pressures on everyone, particularly parents and their school-aged children. “In response to the […]

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Garden Club Of Bermuda Creates Mini-Float

In celebration of Bermuda Day, the Garden Club of Bermuda has created a mini-float, which can be viewed at the Church Street entrance to Washington Mall today [May 27]. A spokesperson said, “The Garden Club of Bermuda has created a mini-float for the Department of Culture and Kaleidoscope Arts and Mini-float competition that the public […]

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Bermuda Reinsurers Support US Housing Market

More than half of US mortgage reinsurance is backed by Bermuda’s reinsurance market, according to new analysis by the Association of Bermuda Insurers & Reinsurers [ABIR]. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda-based global carriers are providing innovative mortgage solutions that are helping more and more Americans become homeowners. Reinsurance companies on the island provided increased capacity to […]

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250 Volunteers Join KBB Great Big Cleanup

250 volunteers took part in the annual Great Big Cleanup event hosted by Keep Bermuda Beautiful over the past weekend. A spokesperson said, “Over the past weekend 250 volunteers joined Keep Bermuda Beautiful at 56 locations islandwide for their annual Great Big Cleanup event. Tonnes of litter were removed from the Island’s roadsides, parks, beaches […]

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Aspen Insurance Appoints William Miller

Aspen Insurance Holdings Limited announced that William [Bill] Miller has been appointed as the new Group Chief Actuarial Officer, effective July 1 2021, subject to immigration approval. A spokesperson said, “Bill joins from KPMG in Bermuda where he is Managing Director, Actuarial, responsible for advising some of the leading international [re]insurers. Prior to joining KPMG […]

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Ministry: 14 Bus Runs Cancelled On Thursday

The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [May 27] with the list indicating that there are fourteen bus runs cancelled so far today. Related Stories Advisory: Bus Detours On Bermuda Day Ministry: 35 Bus Runs Cancelled On Wednesday Ministry: 38 Bus Runs Cancelled On Tuesday Ministry: 33 Bus Runs Cancelled On […]

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BMHF Extends Condolences To Chetkowski Family

The Bermuda Mental Health Foundation [BMHF] expressed their condolences to the family of Stanley Chetkowski. A spokesperson said, “The members, directors and officers of The Bermuda Mental Health Foundation are saddened to hear of the passing of Stanley F. Chetkowski. “Stan was a driving force in the formation of the Foundation and was an officer […]

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Photos: 3D Virtual Pop-Up Bermuda Day Images

To help you celebrate the upcoming Bermuda Day holiday virtually, Bernews created a series of 3D popup images of past Bermuda Day holiday moments, helping to showcase the fun and festivities in a virtual manner. In addition to these 3D virtual popup images, Bernews has just launched BDADay.com, an entire website dedicated to the holiday, […]

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Frontline Foundation Launches New Campaign

The Frontline Foundation has launched, with their first project “designed to encourage community protection against the virus with vaccinations, provide an economic injection to local businesses, and show praise and appreciation to the first responders and others at the forefront of the Covid-19 health and economic crisis.” “The Frontline Foundation was founded with a mission […]

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Official Govt & Legal Notices For May 26 2021

The official Government and Legal notices for today [May 26] include public notification, permanent arbitration tribunal & high demand spectrum notice & notice of intended marriage. Temporary Fundraising Licence – Michee Ore Tavares Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN0428/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Registry General Publication date: 26 May […]

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Dockyard Playground To Reopen On Friday

The Dockyard Playground, inclusive of the sprinklers, will reopen on Friday, May 28th. A spokesperson said, “WEDCO is pleased to announce the reopening of the Dockyard Playground, inclusive of the sprinklers, on Friday, May 28, 2021. The playground will be accessible every day at any time with the sprinklers being operational daily from 8:00am to […]

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PrivCom To Host Educational Webinar On June 8

The Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Bermuda will be holding an educational webinar discussion entitled “Understanding ‘AdTech’ and how online advertising affects children” on Tuesday, June 8th. A spokesperson said, “On 8 June 2021, the Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Bermuda will hold an educational webinar discussion about how online advertising affects children […]

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Bermuda Day Weekend City Trash Collection

The City of Hamilton provided information on the garbage collection schedule during the Bermuda Day Weekend. A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton wishes to advise City businesses and residents that the garbage collection will be scheduled on the following dates during the Bermuda Day Weekend: Thursday, May 27th – Last collection will take place […]

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St. George’s Holiday Trash Collection Advisory

The Corporation of St. George advised that there will be no trash collection for residents or businesses on Friday [May 28]. A spokesperson said, “The Corporation of St. George [CSG] would like to inform the public, whose trash is collected by the CSG, that Bermuda Day trash collection for businesses and residents is as follows: […]

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Live Audio & Senate Order Of Business

[Updated with live audio] The Senate is scheduled to be in session on Wednesday [May 26] and Bills due for their first reading include the Fire Safety Amendment Act 2021, the Public Service Superannuation Temporary Amendment Act 2021, and the Contributory Pensions Temporary Amendment Act 2021. Update: Live audio stream of the morning session: The […]

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Charman To Retire From Sompo International

Sompo International Holdings Ltd. announced that John Charman will retire from Sompo International at the end of his current contract in April 2022. A spokesperson said, “Sompo International Holdings Ltd., a Bermuda-based specialty provider of property and casualty insurance and reinsurance, announced today that after 8 years with the company and over five decades of […]

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Focus Counselling Appoints Frith & Promotes Trott

Focus Counselling Services [FCS] has appointed Danielle Frith as Executive Director and promoted Karla Trott from Addictions Counsellor to Programs Manager. A spokesperson said, “Focus Counselling Services is excited to announce the appointment of Mrs. Danielle Frith to the post of Executive Director. FCS has been an essential service provider in Bermuda for 20 years, […]

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Govt Opens Summer Day Camp Registration

The registration for Government’s annual Summer Day Camp starts today [May 26], with the camp to cost $60 per week, and be available for children aged 4 – 14 years old. A Government spokesperson said, “Parents are reminded that registration for Government’s annual Summer Day Camp starts on May 26th at 9.30 a.m. “Interested individuals […]

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Bacardí Announces New Canned Cocktail Flavors

Bacardí, which is headquartered in Bermuda, announced that it is expanding its range of canned cocktails with three new flavors, including  Bacardí Bahama Mama, Bacardí Mojito and Bacardí Sunset Punch. A spokesperson said, “Following on the successful launch of Bacardí Real Rum Canned Cocktails last year, Bacardí Rum is expanding its range of canned cocktails […]

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