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| There will be a walk-in and drive-thru Covid-19 vaccination site at Lamb Foggo Urgent Care Centre in St David’s today [May 4]. In an online post, the Government said, “There will be a walk-in & drive-thru Covid-19 vaccination site at Lamb Foggo Urgent Care Centre Tuesday 4 May, from 10am-2pm. Doctors will be on site […]
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| The Bermuda Cricket Board [BCB] will be hosting a Zoom webinar entitled ‘From The Grassroots To The World Stage’ on Saturday [May 8], with the webinar to feature the 2005 ICC World Cup Qualifying Team and the 2007 ICC World Cup Team. A spokesperson said, “The BCB will be hosting a Zoom webinar this Saturday, […]
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| Strategic Risk Solutions announced that Kirk Cyrus, who is currently SRS’s Managing Director in Barbados, has taken on the additional role of Chairman as of May 1, 2021. A spokesperson said, “Strategic Risk Solutions [SRS], the world’s leading independent insurance company manager, today announced that Chris Evans has stepped down from the position of Chairman […]
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| Enstar Group Limited announced that one of its wholly owned subsidiaries has completed a transaction with AXA XL, a division of AXA, to provide adverse development cover. A spokesperson said, “In the transaction, Enstar’s subsidiary assumed reinsurance losses incurred on or prior to December 31, 2019 on a diversified mix of global casualty and professional […]
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| Argo Group International Holdings announced financial results for the three months ended March 31, 2021. Argo reported first quarter 2021 net income attributable to common shareholders of $27.2 million or $0.78 per diluted common share, compared to a net loss attributable to common shareholders of $24.7 million or $[0.72] per diluted common share for the 2020 […]
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| In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX], LOM Financial Limited announced that there were no share repurchases for April 2021. The full filing stated: “LOM Financial Limited has announced that the Company made no share repurchases during the month of April 2021. LOM currently has 5,163,698 shares of Common Stock outstanding. “Pursuant to […]
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| May 3 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,600.63,even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 59 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: April 30 2021 […]
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| The Ministry received 2855 test results – from tests done on Thursday, Friday and Saturday — and 29 were positive for Covid, so there are now 426 active cases, of which 20 people are in hospital with 3 in ICU, and the Government also confirmed the sad news that another person has died from a […]
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| The Department of Culture will be hosting a series of virtual and physically distanced events in order to celebrate Bermuda’s culture and heritage during the month of May, the island’s Heritage Month. A spokesperson said, “May is Heritage Month. And for the second consecutive year, the Department of Culture will be hosting a series of […]
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| The Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Bermuda is welcoming Georgia W. Fevriere as Assistant Commissioner. A spokesperson said, “Assistant Commissioner Fevriere will lead the operations unit for the Office, with varied responsibilities for administration, project management, research, and policy development. “Ms. Fevriere possesses a wide range of skills from experience working in the fields […]
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| With schools closed to in-person learning due to the pandemic, the BIOS Ocean Academy education has been offering virtual classroom support to teachers and students. A spokesperson said, “In early April, when schools closed to in-person learning in Bermuda due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, the BIOS Ocean Academy education team began offering virtual classroom […]
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| The Loren today [May 3] announced its summer gastronomic series that will feature a “roster of internationally acclaimed chefs,” with the series set to launch on Friday, May 21st, and will follow every Friday through the rest of the 2021 summer season. A spokesperson said, “The Loren at Pink Beach today announces its summer guest […]
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| The Bermuda’s Business Development Agency [BDA] has appointed Stuart Roberts as Director of Communications & PR. A spokesperson said, “Effective May 3, Bermuda’s Business Development Agency [BDA] has appointed a new Director of Communications & PR.” Roland Andy Burrows, Chief Executive Officer [CEO] of the BDA, said, “We are pleased to welcome Stuart Roberts to […]
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| Tuesday, May 4 is expected to see variable cloud cover with a possible light shower around, with the high to be near 24°C/75°F and the low to be near 21°C/69°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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| Bermudian model Aliana King has been featured in yet another major advertising campaign, this time in a Nordstrom x Nike [NxN] ad campaign. According to their website, “Nordstrom x Nike is a sneaker boutique with a distinctive point of view on style and sport. Curated by Olivia Kim, VP of Creative Projects at Nordstrom, NxN […]
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| Nicky Gurret’s art piece “The Natural Heart” was recently installed on a concrete block wall located on the Railway Trail near Sound View Road, Sandys. A spokesperson said, “Nicky Gurret, an artist of different mediums, has turned her creative energy to designing a piece of eco art for the Bermuda Railway Trail. “Ms. Gurret’s ‘The […]
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| Three Bermuda swimmers recently took to the pool for the final round of competition at the Unión Americana de Natación Qualifier in Clermont, Florida. Madelyn Moore, Jack Harvey, and Jesse Washington were all back in action on day four of the event. Moore once again picked up a gold medal and broke a Bermuda record […]
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| The Bermuda Entertainment Union [BEU] extended their condolences to the family of the late Norma Brown Raynor. A spokesperson said, “The BEU wish to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the late Norma Brown Raynor who gave Sterling Service to the Aldano Sextette led by its legendary leader, Mr. Kenneth Smith and several […]
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| Tyler Butterfield has finished fifth in the Challenge Cancun 113K Pro Elite Division. Butterfield clocked an overall time of 3:57:21, finishing 10:45 behind the overall winner Javier Gomez, who clocked 3:46:36. Ruedi Wild finished second with a time of 3:50:37, and Andy Potts – who won the 2007 Escape to Bermuda Triathlon – finished third […]
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| PwC in the Caribbean and the PwC Charitable Foundation have collectively donated $100,000 to disaster relief and recovery efforts in St. Vincent and the Grenadines. A spokesperson said, “On 9 April 2021, the La Soufriere volcano erupted, sending ash and gas plumes miles into the sky and affecting neighbouring islands. The disaster has displaced about […]
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| Bermudian cricketers Kamau Leverock, Logan Jones, Jermel Proctor, Cameron Jeffers, Zeri Tomlinson, and Brianna Ray were in action for their respective teams. Kamau Leverock Kamau Leverock and his Caythorpe Cricket Club, Notts 1st XI defeated Mansfield Hosiery Mills Cricket Club by 5 Wickets. Mansfield Hosiery Mills won the toss and elected to bat, they were […]
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| 189 people got their vaccination today [May 2] at the mobile vaccination center at TCD, and the mobile center will move to the Lamb Foggo Urgent Care Centre in St. David’s on Tuesday, to the Sandys Secondary Middle School on Thursday, and it will be located at the National Sports Centre in Devonshire next Sunday. […]
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| Noting that we “live in a democratic society, which entitles all Bermudians the right to have our voices heard,” Premier David Burt said that now is the “time for the entire community to work together and unite to do what is necessary to move Bermuda beyond this pandemic.” When asked for any comment in relation […]
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| Premier David Burt congratulated the new owners of Cambridge Beaches, saying that it is “encouraging news that this iconic property will benefit from upgraded rooms and enhanced amenities” Premier Burt stated: “This is an exciting development and further sets the stage for the recovery we need to see in tourism for Bermuda. It is incredibly […]
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| Carla Smith attended today’s event as a ‘counter protester’, explaining that feels that people should think of the families who who lost someone, with Ms Smith appealing for people to “use the other P and pray for this island.” Ms Smith told Bernews, “There are people who have lost family members, and for them to […]
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| The Ag Show Ltd. announced that first-ever Virtual Ag Show will now take place on May 21st. A spokesperson said, “After weeks of consultation with the Ministry of Public Works and the Ministry of Health to ensure we provide the public with a safe and socially distancing event, our guidelines and protocols are aligned with […]
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| Monday, May 3 is expected to be cloudy, with the high to be near 23°C/73°F and the low to be near 20°C/68°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 73%. Sunrise will be at 6:31am and sunset will be at 8:01pm. High […]
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| [Updating] A car rally — which is being called the ‘Bermuda Freedom Car/Bike Rally — has been scheduled for today [May 2] with people asked to gather on Front Street, and according to posts circulating on messaging apps and social media, the car rally route is scheduled to leave Hamilton at 12 noon and travel […]
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| Bermudian cricketers Dennico Hollis, Amari Ebbin, and Chare Smith were in action for their respective teams in the UK. Dennico Hollis Dennico Hollis took part in a Stenhousemuir Cricket Club Intra Squad Pre-Season match in Scotland. Hollis was a member of the Nicky Rogers XI that scored 226/4 in their allotted 35 overs, Hollis was […]
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| The four Bermuda swimmers continued competing at the Unión Americana de Natación Qualifier in Clermont, Florida. Emma Harvey, Madelyn Moore, Jack Harvey, and Jesse Washington were all back in action on the third day of the event. Moore won the Women’s 50 Long Course Freestyle, equaling her personal best and the Bermuda National Record time […]
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| Isabelle Dutranoit and her Wake Forest Track & Field teammates capped off the Charlotte Invitational with one top 10 school performance, six personal bests, and 11 podium finishes at the Irwin Belk Track and Field facility in North Carolina. Dutranoit competed in the women’s 5000 meters, finishing 8th in a time of 17:23.17, which marked […]
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| News that Jah-Nhai Perinchief won the triple jump while setting a new Clark Wood Open meet record, the Green family donated an additional $50,000 to the vaccine clinic, Tina Laws was announced as the new Women’s Resource Centre Executive Director, and the Garden Club of Bermuda had bouquets of Easter Lilies delivered to nursing and […]
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| Lizzy Madeiros and her Berry College Equestrian teammates hosted their final show of the regular season. The team welcomed Mississippi State and Clemson and also recognized their seniors. Berry won both Hunt Seat and Western Shows. In the Hunt Seat Division, Marcelene Leverett was named High Point Rider, and Madeiros was named Reserve High Point […]
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| Noting that he is always honoured to raise awareness on International Workers Day and pay tribute to Bermuda’s dedicated workers, Minister of Labour Jason Hayward said that he is especially honoured today as “the importance of our workers has been magnified as many have continued to serve this community as essential workers throughout the last year.” Minister […]
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| There will be a walk-in and drive-through Covid-19 vaccination site at TCD tomorrow [Sunday, May 2] from 10am-2pm. Premier David Burt tweeted the graphic below, saying: “There will be a walk-in & drive-thru Covid-19 vaccination site at TCD this Sunday from 10am-2pm. Doctors will be on site for those who may have questions regarding the […]
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| Sunday, May 2 is expected to see mostly sunny, with the high to be near 21°C/69°F and the low to be near 17°C/63°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be light and variable. The relative humidity is expected to be near 57%. Sunrise will be at 6.31am and sunset will be […]
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| Three out of the four Bermuda swimmers took to the water to continue competing at the Unión Americana de Natación Qualifier in Clermont, Florida. Emma Harvey competed in the Women’s 100 Long Course Meter Backstroke B Final where she finished 3rd with a time of 1:05.85, which saw her finish 13th overall. Jack Harvey competed […]
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| The New Testament Churches of God will be holding a virtual prayer session today [May 1] at 6.00 pm, with the Governor, Premier and Opposition Leader set to take part, A spokesperson said, “The New Testament Churches of God along with the body of Christ are praying for our leaders and our community Saturday, May 1, […]
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| A NASA rocket launch scheduled for May 7 may be visible from Bermuda, with two vapor clouds also expected to form north of the island. Additionally, specialized cameras based in Bermuda will help to analyze the vapor clouds and their interactions as part of an experiment. The NASA website said, “A mission to explore energy […]
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| Rockal Evans took to the water for a second day to compete in the Sail Port Stephens – Off the Beach 20 boat Finn Class Regatta in Australia. At the conclusion of the second day of racing, Evans finished in T6th place with 27 points after finishing 6th in the first race and the third […]
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| The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday May 1st. On Sunday the Oleander container ship is expected, on Tuesday the Mesabi oil products tanker will arrive, on Wednesday the BBC Diamond general cargo ship is scheduled to arrive, and on Thursday the Bermuda […]
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| “In the spirit of all that International Workers’ Day represents, the Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] would like to give recognition and thanks to Bermuda’s workers,” Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] President Armell Thomas said. Mr Thomas said, “May 1st is recognised around the world as “May Day” or “International Workers’ Day”. Established in 1889, […]
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| 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 a photo of a roundabout full of flowers, the Bermuda pink […]
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| On April 23, a Jet Blue airlines flight diverted to Bermuda due to a medical emergency onboard. A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre spokesperson said, “Friday 23rd April, 12:34 am – A Jet Blue airlines flight diverted to Bermuda due to a medical emergency onboard. “As the airport was closed RCC Bermuda contacted essential personnel and […]
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| [Opinion column written by MP Michael Weeks] On May 1st, the world celebrates International Workers’ Day. We mark this day with a commitment to continuing to stand in solidarity with Bermuda’s workers. In just one month, on June 1st, the reforms we passed to the Employment Act take effect. This includes strengthening protection against sexual […]
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| April 30 saw 10,000 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $33,000.00 BD. 10,000 shares were traded by LOM Financial Limited, closing up 3.1% at $3.30 per share. The BSX finished at 2,600.63, up 0.03% on the day. There was 1 advance, 0 declines, and 58 remained unchanged. The full report for the […]
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| The Bermuda College and schools will be permitted to reopen for the purposes of sitting in person exams, outdoor weddings of up to ten people will be allowed, and the Minister of National Security will have the authority to grant large group exemptions for events to be held on or after 9th May, according to […]
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| The Longtail Tropicbird Cam is now broadcasting live from Nonsuch Island. A spokesperson said, “The Longtail Tropicbird Cam is now broadcasting live from Nonsuch Island and can be viewed here. “Now in its fourth year, it is a collaboration between Nonsuch Expeditions, the Department of the Environment and Natural Resources and the Cornell Lab of […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [April 30] include list of proposed planning applications. List Of Proposed Planning Applications Advertised On April 30, 2021 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Notification Of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID: GN0366/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Planning Publication Date: 30 April 2021 Government Of Bermuda Department […]
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| The Ministry of Health received 777 test results and 11 were positive, so there are now 545 active cases, of which 25 people are in hospital, with 4 in the ICU. The Government also confirmed the sad news that there was another Covid related death, marking the 16th death this month. A Government spokesperson said, […]
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