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| While Bermuda is under the Stay at Home order, AIRCARE staff “will continue to support and service customers that fall under essential services such as the Hospital, grocery stores, banks, BELCO and others.” A spokesperson said, “AIRCARE Ltd. is committed to ensuring the health and safety of all our staff and customers. “While Bermuda is […]
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| The Chubb Charitable Foundation Bermuda has donated $50,000 to support the Bermuda Hospitals Board Covid-19 vaccination clinic. A spokesperson said, “The Foundation’s donation to the Bermuda Hospitals Charitable Foundation — the BHB’s fundraising arm – will help reach its goal of raising more than $200,000 to help cover costs associated with the hospital’s Covid-19 vaccination […]
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| Horseshoe announced the appointment of Kathleen Faries as their new CEO, effective April 15. A spokesperson said, “Horseshoe, an Artex company, is pleased to announce the appointment of Kathleen Faries as the new CEO of the leading ILS specialist and fund administrator, effective April 15, 2021. “Based in Bermuda, Faries will work closely with Andre […]
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| Police responded to a report of a single vehicle road traffic collision on Middle Road in Southampton and also attended a two vehicle collision in the area of Bethel AME Church on North Shore Road in Hamilton Parish. Car Overtuned A police spokesperson said, “Around 5:55 p.m., on Friday, 9th April 2021, Police attended a […]
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| A total of six Bermuda archers virtually took part in the Las Vegas Online Shoot this weekend. Competing at a distance of 20 yards, the archers shot a total of 90 arrows out of a total score of 900. The Recurve Flight Division used 40 cm targets, while the Recurve Juniors and Young Adult shot at 60 […]
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| Robin Stempel competed this weekend in the USEF/USEF Spring Fever Dressage Show held at Stable View in Aiken, South Carolina, successfully achieving a qualifying score in both the FEI Team test and FEI Individual Test A spokesperson said, “Robin Stempel competed this weekend in the USEF/USEF Spring Fever Dressage Show held at Stable View in Aiken, […]
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| The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [April 12] with the list indicating that there are twelve 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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| Sanaa Rae Morris took to the track to represent the IMG Academy Elite Women’s Track & Field during the Bolles Last Chance Meet. Morris competed in just one event winning the women’s 400m dash clocking a time of 57.28, Ka’Myya Haywood from Bishop Kenny was second in 57.31, and Morris’ teammate Jaden Francis was third […]
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| SailGP has released the second episode of their “SailGP: Racing On The Edge” documentary series. The SailGP website said, “If you have ever travelled in a car, that most typical of daily tasks, the chances are you will know what moving at 60 miles per hour feels like. “But do you have any idea how […]
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| [Updating] With active cases surging to 877 and a record high 36 people in hospital, the Government has announced ‘Stay at Home’ order will take effect from 5am on Tuesday, April 13 for a period of 7 days. Update | Some Key Points: Stay at home order from 5am on Tuesday, April 13 for 7 […]
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| There were 3,348 test results received and 118 were positive for Covid-19 — 5 imported, 20 local transmission with known contact and 93 under investigation — so there are now 877 active cases, of which 36 people are in hospital with 6 in ICU. Speaking at this evening’s press conference, Minister of Health Kim Wilson said, “I […]
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| [Updating] The Government will be holding a press conference at around 7.00pm this evening [April 11] to update the public on Covid-19. We will have additional coverage following the press conference, our continuous live updates on Covid-19 are also in this article, and the live video below should start showing the press conference at around […]
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| Premier David Burt confirmed tonight that he has “tested positive for a coronavirus infection,” and fortunately the Premier, who noted he is ‘immunized,’ is feeling fine, and his family has tested negative and he is isolating from them. Speaking at tonight’s press conference, Premier David Burt said, “You are used to seeing me at these […]
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| The Bermuda Red Cross is launching a disaster appeal to help people affected by the eruption of the La Soufriere volcano in St. Vincent. This weekend, the St. Vincent emergency management organisation tweeted, “Massive power outage following another explosive event at La Soufriere Volcano. Lightning, thunder and rumblings. Majority of the country out of power […]
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| Monday, April 12 is expected to be windy, with the high to be near 22°C/71°F and the low to be near 18°C/64°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 96%. Sunrise will be at 6:53am and sunset will be at 7:46pm. High […]
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| All departments in the Bermuda Motors building will close due to a member of staff testing positive for the Covid-19 virus, however the “showrooms housed in different buildings will continue to be open with normal safety protocols being observed.” A spokesperson said, “Unfortunately, a member of staff has tested positive for the Covid virus. This […]
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| The Government is reminding people that the Emotional Wellbeing Hotline is open from 5pm to 9pm on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, and help is available if you need someone to talk to. In an online post, the Bermuda Government said, “The Emotional Wellbeing Hotline is now open Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 5pm […]
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| After competing in two preliminary meets to begin the outdoor season, Tiara DeRosa and her Mississippi Valley State Track & Field teammates traveled to Oxford, Mississippi to participate in the Joe Walker Invitational on the campus of the University of Mississippi. DeRosa finished 10th in the women’s discus, with a top toss of 44.72m or […]
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| The playground at Pigs Field, located off of Bandroom Lane in Pembroke, has been destroyed by a fire, with a blaze engulfing the equipment last night. Last night, the Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service responded to the blaze with two appliances from Hamilton Station and a total of six firefighters. The BRFS extinguished the fire, […]
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| The Manders Tennis Management’s Easter Bowl continued with a full slate of matches taking place at the Fairmont Southampton Tennis Courts. Tariq Simons defeated Denzel Hollis in straight sets 6-1, 6-3 in their A Division battle, while Tre Manders won his B Division match against AJ Phillips, but needed three sets to do so. Manders […]
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| The Government will be holding a press conference at around 7.00pm this evening [April 11] to update the public on Covid-19. We will have additional coverage following the press conference, our continuous live updates on Covid-19 are also in this article, and the live video below should start showing the press conference at around 7.00pm, […]
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| The vast majority of confirmed Covid-19 cases in Bermuda have been via local transmission, with the latest statistics — from Friday, April 9th — indicating that just shy of 60% of the 1773 total confirmed cases the island has had since March 2020 have been local transmission A total of 1062 cases or 59.9% are […]
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| While this week has not been a good week in Bermuda, there has been some welcome news in the community, wit the Green family donating $100,000 to the BHB’s Covid-19 Vaccination Clinic, a stamp series featuring the Garden Club of Bermuda, BF&M donating $25,000 to the BHB’s Covid-19 Vaccination Clinic, and floral artist Nicky Gurret […]
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| Defending SailGP Champion Tom Slingsby unveiled the team set to defend Australia’s championship title in SailGP Season 2, which commences in Bermuda this month. The SailGP website said, “Olympic gold medalist and defending SailGP Champion Tom Slingsby revealed his team line up set to defend Australia’s championship title in SailGP Season 2. “After securing a […]
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| Firefighters extinguished a fire in Devonshire after responding to a “playground completely involved in flames.” A spokesperson said, “On Saturday April 10th 2021, Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service Dispatch received a report of a fire at Pigs Field Devonshire, off of Band Room Lane. BFRS responded with two appliances from Hamilton Station and a total […]
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| Regular bus service “will resume as scheduled” at 6.00am on Sunday morning, the Government said this evening. A Government spokesperson said, “This evening, the Ministry of Transport confirmed that regular bus service will resume as scheduled tomorrow morning (April 11) at 6.00 a.m. “All the requisite health guidelines and protocols will be in place to […]
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| The Ministry has now confirmed that Bermuda has “experienced two coronavirus related deaths” which brings the total number of Covid-19 deaths in Bermuda to 16. A government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health today confirmed that Bermuda has experienced two coronavirus related deaths. This brings the total number of Covid-19 deaths in Bermuda to 16.” […]
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| The Bermuda Sloop Foundation held their annual Pirates of Bermuda fundraising event today [April 10], with people ‘walking the plank’ in Hamilton Harbour to help raise money for a good cause. Due to the Covid regulations, the event had a staggered schedule of plank walkers, with the event spread over several hours. “Participants in the […]
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| Teams that include Bermudian footballers Nahki Wells and Jonte Smith were both in action in England. Nahki Wells Nahki Wells and his Bristol City teammate’s 41st game of the Championship season saw Nottingham Forest visit Ashton Gate. After a two-minute silence in memory of HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, Wells, and his Bristol […]
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| The Covid-19 Call Centre phone lines will close early on Sunday [April 11] at 3pm, to “allow for a phone system upgrade to be completed.” In an online post, the Government said, “On Sunday 11 April, the Covid-19 Call Centre phone lines will close early, at 3pm, to allow for a phone system upgrade to […]
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| Effective Monday [April 12], Clarien will “limit banking services” with in-branch services “available by appointment only.” A spokesperson said, “Effective Monday, April 12, Clarien will limit banking services amid the extended work from home period in accordance with Government regulations. “For the personal safety and concern for our clients and employees, please be advised of […]
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| A video is circulating that shows “officers effecting an arrest at a location in Pembroke” after they “responded to reports of a Covid breach where an estimated 30 people were gathered in an enclosed premises” and “one individual became aggressive,” the police said today. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is aware of a […]
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| The Cabinet will meet tomorrow [April 11] and there will be a press conference on Sunday evening, Premier David Burt said today. This comes amidst a major coronavirus outbreak, with 116 new cases confirmed yesterday alone, 556 new cases confirmed so far this month, 871 currently active cases, and over 25 people hospitalized. The figures […]
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| The Sinclair Packwood Memorial Race [SPMR] — the cycling event usually held on Bermuda Day — may not take place this year, with Bermuda Bicycle Association currently not listing it on their schedule and explaining that “if the community gets to the point where Government permits larger events” then the BBA “will revisit this important […]
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| The Royal Bermuda Regiment will perform a rifle salute at 12 noon today [April 10] to commemorate the life of Prince Philip. A Government spokesperson said, “The public is advised that at 12 noon, today on the grounds of Government House, there will be a rifle salute performed by members of the Royal Bermuda Regiment […]
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| Opposition Leader Cole Simons offered condolences on the passing of His Royal Highness Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh. Mr Simons said, “On behalf of the One Bermuda Alliance, we join the global chorus of tributes offered to the Queen and the entire Royal Family to extend our sincere condolences on the loss of His […]
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| Keturah Bulford-Trott represented Montverde Academy Women’s Track and Field at the Saints Invitational 2021. Bulford-Trott was clocked at 12.48, which is a Florida High School Athletic Association 2A record time winning Heat 4 and finishing first overall. She also ran the anchor leg for the Montverde Academy Girls 4x400m Relay team, where Bulford-Trott helped them […]
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| The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday April 10th. On Monday the Oleander container ship is expected, and on Thursday the Bermuda Islander container ship is scheduled to arrive. The weekly shipping schedule, which is subject to change, follows below [PDF here]: Related […]
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| Bacardi’s Bombay Sapphire said that ten of its “botanical ingredients are on track to be certified sustainable in 2021.” A spokesperson for the global company, which is headquartered in Bermuda, said, “After decades spent carefully building sustainable partnerships with farmers and suppliers, Bombay Sapphire, the iconic premium gin from family-owned Bacardi Limited, is proud to announce […]
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| Athene Holding Ltd released its 2020 Corporate Social Responsibility [CSR] Report, which included a number of positive initiatives the company undertook, including pledging $1.9 million to the Bermuda College Foundation to help create the Career Development Centre. “Athene remains focused on ensuring the company’s initiatives reflect responsible business practices that create a lasting positive impact […]
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| April 9 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,594.91, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 63 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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| There were 1634 test results received and 116 were positive for Covid-19 — 5 classified as imported, 20 as local transmission with known contact and 91 as under investigation — so there are now 871 active cases, with 28 people in hospital with 6 in ICU. A Government spokesperson said, “There were 1634 test results […]
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| Transitional Community Services [TCS] launched their Community Services Bridge Builders Program which provides “counseling, case management, and employability skill building.” A spokesperson said, “On October 15, 2020, Transitional Community Services, Registered Charity #1020 [TCS] was registered as a local charity. TCS was formed in response to the documented increased needs of young adult males ages 18-34. “For […]
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| “Wanda and I would like to extend our deepest condolences to Her Majesty the Queen and the Royal Family on the passing of The Duke of Edinburgh,” former Premier of Bermuda Dr Ewart Brown said. “On Prince Philip’s visit to Bermuda in 2009, we found him to be thoughtful, engaging, and witty — an energetic and delightful presence […]
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| The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award [DofE] in Bermuda offered condolences following the passing of Prince Philip, who died earlier today at age 99. A spokesperson said, “It is with great sadness that The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, Bermuda acknowledges the death of our Founder HRH The Duke of Edinburgh KG, KT. “Sixty-five years ago, His […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [April 9] include grants of Bermudian status, grant of a permanent resident’s certificates, application submission for a large scale self-supply licence, a notice of intent to open a care facility, and notice of intended marriages. Bermudian Status – Section 19 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: […]
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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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| Saturday, April 10 is expected to see a mix of sun and cloud, with sunshine turning hazy later, with the high to be near 21°C/69°F and the low to be near 16°C/60°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NNW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 63%. Sunrise will […]
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| There will be a special east end ferry service to assist people “who have been inconvenienced due to this afternoon’s bus service interruption,’ with the ferry scheduled to leave Hamilton at 6pm today [April 9] and arrive in St. George’s at 6.45pm. This follows after the Government advised at around 2pm today that there will […]
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| Noting that they do “not hold the view that Mr. Outerbridge is or was affiliated with any gang or gang activity,” the police said they are “confident his killers were part of an organized and criminal gang.” Mr Outerbridge — who is pictured below with his family in an image provided by the police — […]
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