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| In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX], One Communications Ltd. advised that pursuant to BSX Regulation Section IIA 6.14[2][i], on 25 September 2020, 354,000 shares were repurchased at an average price of $3.90 for immediate cancellation. Related Stories One Communications Share Repurchases One Communications Share Repurchases One Communications Share Repurchase One Communications Adjourns […]
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| September 28 saw 200 hares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $2,800.00 BD. 200 shares were traded by Somers Limited, closing up 7.7% at $14.00 per share. The BSX finished at 1,738.55, up 0.38% on the day. There was 1 advance, 0 declines, and 60 remained unchanged. The full report for the day […]
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| The police have confirmed that a woman has died following a shooting on Sunset Pass in Pembroke. A police spokesperson said, “At around 12:20 this morning, Tuesday 29th September, police received a number of 911 calls reporting several shots fired at a residence on Sunset Pass, Pembroke. “Officers attended the scene and found that a […]
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The Ministry of Education is pleased to announce the recipients of 2020 Bermuda Government Scholarships and Awards.
Each year the Ministry of Education provides scholarships and awards to Bermudian students to pursue a higher education. Last year, the Government announced a new award, the Bermuda College Promise Programme for students graduating from public schools. To date, 70 students have registered and benefited from this initiative that provides free tuition to a senior with a 3.0 GPA to attend the Bermuda College.
Today there were 1232 test results received by the Ministry of Health, and none were positive for COVID-19.
Bermuda has had 181 total confirmed positive cases. Their status is as follows:
The average age of all of our confirmed positive cases is 56 and the age range of all of our positive cases is from 9 to 101 years.
| 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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| Tyler Butterfield finished second while competing in the Ironman 70.3 Cozumel, with Sam Long of the U.S. edging the defending champ Butterfield by only 51 seconds. Butterfield crossed the finish line in a time of 3:43.45, which was yet another podium finish after picking up the win last year. Long put together a 12th-best 23:57 […]
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| The PLP held another press conference this morning [Sept 28], with candidates Walter Roban and Lindsay Simmons both delivering remarks. Deputy Premier Walter Roban’s remarks: Good morning, Today, we’re here to offer a few thoughts on the OBA’s platform. We’ve had the opportunity to read it cover to cover. And, here’s what surprised me – […]
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| The OBA held another press conference today [Sept 28], with candidates Craig Cannonier and Dwayne Robinson both delivering remarks. OBA Leader Craig Cannonier’s remarks: My Fellow Bermudians, Over the weekend, we released our election platform. We did not need fuss or fanfare. We are not about one person. We are a team. We know the […]
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| The PGA Tour and the Bermuda Government have jointly granted permission for a limited number of general admission spectators per day for the Bermuda Championship at Port Royal Golf Course in Southampton from October 26 to November 1. A spokesperson said, “Next month’s Bermuda Championship will be the first PGA Tour event since the onset […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Sept 28] include tribunal procedure. Draft Bermuda Plan 2018 Tribunal Agenda [October 8 2020] Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN0869/2020 Public Authorities / Department: Planning Publication Date: 28 September 2020 The Development And Planning [Tribunal Procedure] Rules 1992 The Draft Bermuda […]
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| There were 1232 test results received today and none were positive for COVID-19, so the total of confirmed cases to date remains at 181, with 5 cases being active. A Government spokesperson said, “Today there were 1232 test results received by the Ministry of Health, and none were positive for COVID-19. “Bermuda has had 181 […]
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| Tuesday, September 29 is expected to see a few cloudy periods, with a chance of an early morning shower, with the high to be near 28°C/83°F and the low to be near 26°C/78°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be south. The relative humidity is expected to be near 79%. Sunrise […]
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| [Opinion column written by Hafid James] Disclaimer: This is not an attack on any coach/PT or individuals that use/post weight loss transformation pictures. This is, as title states, simply why I decided not to post them anymore. Weight loss transformation pictures can be used by business and/or social media to define health, happiness and success […]
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| The Bermuda Football Association’s Premier and First Division League season kicked off with a total of 30 goals scored over two days. First Division: Young Men Social Club 1 Wolves 0 At the National Sports Center, Social Club scored in the 10th minute with a N’Zyah Edwards strike and done just enough to hold on […]
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| [Opinion column written by Agathe Holowatinc] Today I wanted to write to you about designing your health destiny. You see, in one year you will arrive at either a well-designed destination, or an un-designed one. Well-designed or un-designed. And in the words of Jim Rohn: “And I promise you…you really don’t want to arrive at […]
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| The First Devonshire Brownie Pack recently visited the Town of St, George’s for a historical walkabout in preparation for earning their local history badge. A spokesperson said, “On Saturday, September 26, the First Devonshire Brownie Pack visited the Town of St, George’s for a historical walkabout in preparation for their local history badge. “Brownies were […]
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| “The OBA platform, which is exactly half the length of the PLP’s, mentioned “David Burt” or the “PLP” 22 times in just 20 pages. That’s more than one mention per page. In contrast, the PLP’s 40-page manifesto mentioned the “OBA” just two times,” the PLP said. “The OBA’s platform, like their campaign, is missing ideas […]
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| Sporting app company OnTrack is getting set to produce breast cancer-themed socks and jerseys for the month of October, with 30 percent of the proceeds going to the Bermuda Cancer & Health Centre [BCHC]. A spokesperson said, “OnTrack are proud to announce a relationship with Bermuda Cancer & Health Centre. The local digital sporting application […]
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| Offering an inside look at a range of local businesses, MarketPlace’s Entrepreneur Spotlight video series has produced eight episodes, each highlighting a different island entrepreneur, and you can watch the full set below. In the 8-episode video series, MarketPlace featured local businesses including Honest Greens, Bermuda Glass Candy, Pacheco & Sons Farm, YoCherry, Glam Pop, […]
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| Cliff Drysdale Tennis announced the appointment of Ashley Brooks as the new Director of Tennis at Rosewood Bermuda and Tucker’s Point Club, effective immediately. A spokesperson said, “Cliff Drysdale Tennis, the largest tennis management company in the U.S., has appointed local Bermudian, Ashley Brooks as the new Director of Tennis at Rosewood Bermuda and Tucker’s […]
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| A total of seven spots are available for the Royal Bermuda Regiment’s Recruit Camp next month. Major Duncan Simons, the RBR’s Career Management Officer, said there was still time to grab a place to train for “the best second job in Bermuda”. He added that recruit numbers were restricted to 40 because of strict coronavirus […]
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| Run to Read, a charitable initiative via Knowledge Quest and organised by a young Bermudian, encouraged islanders to raise money to support Bermudian students during the pandemic. A total of $16,500 was raised and this sum has now been matched by the Green Family Scholarship fund for a total of $32,500. “The money raised by […]
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| The Bank of Butterfield announced that its “temporary Banking Centre at Rosebank will cease operations at close of busines”s on Friday [Oct 2]. A spokesperson said, “Commencing on Monday, 5 October, a dedicated teller will be established in the Bank’s Reid Street Banking Centre to assist senior clients and those with disabilities. Clients are asked […]
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| The Department of Public Transportation confirmed that the Central Bus Terminal kiosk resumed normal operations on Friday. A government spokesperson said, “The Department of Public Transportation [DPT] can confirm that the Central Bus Terminal kiosk resumed normal operations on Friday, September 25th, after being temporarily closed from 4pm Thursday, September 24th. “DPT thanks the public […]
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