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| The Ministry of Social Development and Seniors advised “that the K Margaret Carter Centre [KMCC] is closed and will reopen on Monday, March 28th.” “There are several staff and clients currently in quarantine and subsequently, there are absences. As a result, the client-to-staff levels are presently unsustainable,” a spokesperson said. “Parents/Guardians have been notified. The […]
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| [Written by Stephen Wright] Aunde Russell Todd is the latest Bermudian teenager to be handed a trial by Milton Keynes Dons. Todd is two weeks into a three-week training stint with the Sky Bet League One side’s academy. The 16-year-old was recommended to the Buckinghamshire outfit by Bermudian Peter Rickards, the club’s Sports and Education Trust […]
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| The USATF Bermuda Games will be held on April 9, 2022 featuring athletes including Athing Mu, Noah Lyles, Grant Holloway, Sha’Carri Richardson, Jah’Nai Perinchief and Caitlyn Bobb, with the event set to be broadcast live by NBC Sports. A BTA spokesperson said, “Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] today announced a partnership with USA Track & Field […]
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| Teams that include Nahki Wells, Mia Fishel, Jonte Smith, Dale Eve, Reggie Lambe, Willie Clemons, Keziah Martin, Tai Williams, Ayleal Dill, Milan Butterfield, Amar Lewis, Knory Scott, Quinaceo Hunt, J’Nai Butterfield-Steede and Djair Parfitt-Williams were in action overseas this weekend, with Nahki Wells, Reggie Lambe & Willie Clemons all scoring for their teams. Nahki Wells Nahki […]
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| The Bermuda National Athletics Association’s 2022 season continued at the National Sports Center with the 8th meet of the year. The day saw yet another Carifta Standard met as Fenella Wightman finished second in the mixed 1500 meter run in a time of 5:03.81, finishing behind Jaeda Grant — who has already qualified — who […]
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Devonshire Cougars played to a comfortable win against Southampton Rangers at Southampton Oval on Saturday and in doing so, pushed their opponents, who have fo…
| The House of Assembly will be in session on Monday [March 21] and the budget debate will continue, and there is one statement listed on the Order Paper, with Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch set to provide “Forecast for Highways Works.” The Order of Business is below [PDF here]: Related Stories Minister: Education […]
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| News that Francis Patton Primary School Principal Todd Fox earned the Public Service Excellence Award [PSEA], Madelyn Moore won two gold medals, one bronze medal and set an NIC record at the National Invitational Championships in the U.S, and Catalina donated to the Transformational Living Centre were all some of the positive news stories from […]
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| Diarra-James Powell-Burgess and his Clayton State men’s track & field teammates traveled up the I-75 for the Emory Spring Break Classic in Atlanta. Powell-Burgess competed in the men’s 200 meter dash where he finished 29th clocking a time of 23.09. Related Stories BNAA Hosts Seventh Track Meet Of Season BNAA Hosts Sixth Track Meet Of […]
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| Footballers in the Corona League were in action recently, with Inter BDA and Footy Kings earning wins. Corona League: Inter BDA 5 Tuff Dogs 3 In the opener Inter BDA got 3 goals from Sylvance Opiyo and 2 goals from Anglin Nicoy as they defeated Tuff Dogs 5 – 3. Chris Anderson scored twice and […]
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| East End Asphalt Company and the Bermuda Industrial Union have signed a Collective Bargaining Agreement. A spokesperson said, “Polaris Holding Company Ltd. celebrates the signing of Collective Bargaining Agreements [CBA] between two of its subsidiaries and the Bermuda Industrial Union. “This is also an historic occasion with the signing of the first Collective Bargaining Agreement between […]
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| Sunday, March 20 is expected to see bright start turns cloudy; a few light late night showers, with the high to be near 23°C/73°F and the low to be near 19°C/67°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 85%. Sunrise will be […]
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Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to lay before this Honourable House the Bill entitled “Children Amendment Act 2022”. This Bill amends the Children Act 1998, to reform the current legal structure and broaden the responsibilities of the Child Care Placement Board.
| The second event of the Inaugural Moongate Tour season took place at the Port Royal Golf Course, and for the second time, this season an amateur claimed the victory. Will Haddrell claimed the victory shooting a 1-under par 69, to win by three strokes over second-place Nick Jones who shot 3-over par 72, Chris Smith […]
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| Radcliffe FC confirmed the departure of Bermudian footballer Kole Hall who they said “leaves the club upon the termination of his contact by mutual consent. In a statement Radcliffe said, “We thank Kole for his efforts during his time with us, we wish him all the best in the future.” Hall posted on social media, […]
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| “I have rejected the recommendation to increase the cost of gasoline and diesel and ordered a review that will look to see if price reductions can be made,” Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt said in the House of Assembly. The Premier’s full statement follows below: Mr. Speaker, among the most expensive items we […]
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| The lone Bermuda Field Hockey match at the National Sports Center saw the Hawks come from 3 – 0 down to draw with the Dragons 3 – 3. The Dragons took the lead in the 21st minute when Rupert Cuddan-Large scored a field goal, four minutes later it was 2 – 0 when Alan Gilbertson […]
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| The Bermuda Police Service advised they are aware of an online investment scam, in which members of the public are encouraged to invest in a cryptocurrency auto-trading programme called “Bitcoin Hack”. A police spokesperson said, “The scam involves using the names and images of well-known individuals including Governor, Rena Lalgie, identifying them as having invested […]
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| “Ot is the intention of the government to move forward with legislating single-use plastics in such a way as to have the largest possible positive impact on the environment and human health whilst at the same time minimising any negative economic impacts,” Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban said in the House of Assembly. The Minister’s […]
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| Daniel Philips has advanced to the ITF J4 Bayamón Puerto Rico Bowl final after a tough Semi-Final battle. Phillips took on American Maxwell Exsted in the semi-final and the pair battled in a three-setter. Phillips went ahead 1 – 0 after winning the first set 6-4, but Exsted leveled the match at 1 – 1 […]
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| CONCACAF has confirmed the schedule for the CONCACAF W Qualifiers [CWQ] matches taking place during the FIFA Women’s International Match Window of April 2022. In doing so CONCACAF has confirmed that Bermuda will play their match on April 12th against Grenada at the National Sports Center Flora Duffy South Field Stadium. Bermuda will face the […]
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| Bermudian model Aliana King has been featured in yet another international marketing campaign, with time for the FREDDY WR.UP brand. According to the brand’s website, “FREDDY is an apparel brand established in 1976, based in Italy and specializing in stylish women’s shaping pants.” Ms. King has also appeared in a number of other campaigns for […]
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| March 18 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,495.00, 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 LOM Company […]
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| Today [March 18] marks two years since the first Covid-19 cases were confirmed in Bermuda. The cases were confirmed at the time as two residents who recently traveled home from the United Kingdom and United States. Since then, Bermuda has seen a total of 11,989 cases, tragically resulting in 125 deaths. For a full look […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [March 18] include amendment of large group exemptions. Amendment Of Large Group Exemptions Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN0335/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication date: 18 March 2022 Public Health [Covid-19 Emergency Powers] [Phased Re-Opening] Regulations 2021 Amendment Of Large Group […]
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| The police are appealing for the public’s assistance in locating 59-year-old Amtina Tweed. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is appealing for the public’s assistance in locating 59-year-old Amtina Tweed. “Ms. Tweed, apparently also known as Tina, is described as dark complexioned, 5 feet 6 inches tall, weighing around 140 pounds and was […]
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Mr. Speaker, among the most expensive items we must buy in our everyday lives is gas or diesel for cars and bikes. We make time to work, we take our children to school, we take an elderly relative for a drive or we use a vehicle to ply our trade. Every Bermudian makes use of fuel and is impacted by an increase in its cost.
Mr. Speaker, Honourable Members and the public may have noted that in January there was an increase of 1.7% for gasoline and an increase of 3.2% for diesel. In February the increases were 4.9% for gasoline and 4.7% for diesel.
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to inform this Honourable House of the results of the public consultation on single-use plastics that was conducted during the autumn of 2021. Honourable members will be aware that a policy was launched in August entitled: “Regulating Single-use plastics in Bermuda: Policy paper for public consultation”. I would also like to inform Honourable Members of the next steps that we intend to take to ensure the realization of this Throne Speech initiative.
MR SPEAKER,
An African Proverb says this “…If we stand tall, it is because we stand on the shoulders of our ancestors…”
MR. SPEAKER,
Often I hear in the community that Bermuda history is not captured sufficiently, that members of the public do not have a firm grasp of the Bermuda story, compared to other countries worldwide. This lack of understanding of our story can make people not appreciate or feel as attached to or proud of their island home.
MR. SPEAKER,
| [Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [March 18] with the list indicating that there are thirty-three bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.00pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 33 runs cancelled this morning, 28 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]
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