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A Free Democratic Movement candidate said that a third option in Bermuda’s political landscape could change the balance of power.Christopher Gauntlett explained that his experience in the Royal Bermuda Regiment meant that he was used to putting himself forward and was “drawn” to public service.Fellow FDM candidate Leighsa Darrell-Augustus added that she got involved to avoid “sitting on the wall complaining” and Enda Matthie believed that the island wanted a leadership that could help resid

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Teddy: key details 3am update | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda News

September 21, 2020

Hurricane Teddy is expected to pass closer to Bermuda than earlier predicted, it was revealed this morning.The 3am briefing on Teddy’s progress said:Closest point: 87.4 miles to the east at 1pm todayStatus: Category 2 hurricaneLocation, Today at 3am: 199 miles to the south-southeast Current wind speeds: Sustained winds of 103mph. Gusts to 126mphMovement: North northwest

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POLICE INVESTIGATING SINGLE ROAD TRAFFIC ACCIDENT This Just In Shortly before 4:00pm today, Sunday, 20th September, po…

September 21, 2020

POLICE INVESTIGATING SINGLE ROAD TRAFFIC ACCIDENT This Just In Shortly before 4:00pm today, Sunday, 20th September, police attended a single vehicle road traffic collision at the junction of Scaur Hill and Somerset Road, Sandys. Read more on this story click on the link below https://www.tnnbda.com/home/details/NX20200921024734

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Teddy: key details midnight update | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda News

September 21, 2020

Hurricane Teddy is expected to pass closer to Bermuda than earlier predicted, it was revealed this morning.The midnight briefing on Teddy’s progress said:Closest point: 91 miles to the east at 1pm todayStatus: Category 2 hurricaneLocation, Today at 12.01am: 185 miles to the south-southeast Current wind speeds: Sustained winds of 103mph. Gusts to 126mphMovement: North no

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COVID19 TESTING FACILITY CLOSE MONDAY This Just In Perot testing facility will close Monday due to the hurricane and…

September 21, 2020

COVID19 TESTING FACILITY CLOSE MONDAY This Just In Perot testing facility will close Monday due to the hurricane and further notice will be given regarding Tuesday. Read more on this story click on the link below https://www.tnnbda.com/home/details/NX20200921022818

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BELCO Crews ‘On Stand By To Respond’

September 20, 2020

BELCO said that “preparations have been made in advance of Hurricane Teddy and BELCO crews will be on stand-by to respond to any outages and begin repairs as soon as it is safe to do so once the storm has passed.” A spokesperson said, “BELCO is closely monitoring the approach of Hurricane Teddy. Preparations have […]

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Driver in hospital after car rolls | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda News

September 20, 2020

A driver was in hospital tonight after her car hit a pillar and flipped on its side. The injured woman was treated at the scene by firefighters for a neck injury and scratches to her face before being taken to the King Edward VII Memorial Hospital by ambulance.The accident happened at the junction of Scaur Hill and Somerset Road in Sandys at 4pm. Police said the woman was driving east along Somerset Road when she failed to negotiate the bend and struck a pillar at the entrance of a n

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Teddy brings spectacular sights | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda News

September 20, 2020

Hurricane Teddy brought spectacular sights today as it made its way east of Bermuda.Residents on the south shore reported waves of more than 20 feet as the Category 2 storm started to make its presence felt this morning.The Bermuda Weather Service has said ferocious seas will be increasingly likely as Teddy is forecast to come about 115 miles to the east-southeast of the island.But forecaster Troy Anderson warned: “Although a spectacle to see, please do not put yourself or anyone els

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Motorist hurt after car flips | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda News

September 20, 2020

A motorist was taken to hospital after a car flipped on a road in Sandys.The incident, which involved one vehicle, happened on Scaur Hill this evening.Firefighters from Port Royal Fire Station attended the scene and helped provide medical care and clear the road.The driver was transported to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital for further treatment.The Royal Gazette has requested further details from police.

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BELCO CREW ON STANDBY MONITORING HURRICANE TEDDY This Just In … BELCO is closely monitoring the approach of Hurrica…

September 20, 2020

BELCO CREW ON STANDBY MONITORING HURRICANE TEDDY This Just In … BELCO is closely monitoring the approach of Hurricane Teddy. Preparations have been made in advance of Hurricane Teddy and BELCO crews will be on stand-by to respond to any outages and begin repairs as soon as it is safe to do so once the storm has passed. Read more on this story click on the link below https://www.tnnbda.com/home/details/NX20200920223523See More

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HURRICANE TEDDY NEAREST POINT OF APPROACH WILL BE 110 MILES EAST OF BERMUDA This Just In Good afternoon ladies and gen…

September 20, 2020

HURRICANE TEDDY NEAREST POINT OF APPROACH WILL BE 110 MILES EAST OF BERMUDA This Just In Good afternoon ladies and gentlemen of the media. With me today is Kelly Trott from the Disaster Risk Reduction and Mitigation team. On the phone is Dr. Mark Guishard of the Bermuda Weather Service. He will give the latest weather update. Read more on this story click on the link below https://www.tnnbda.com/home/details/NX20200920220642

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ProVid-19 Are BGA Team Challenge Champions

September 20, 2020

The 2020 BGA Team Challenge champions are ProVid-19, with the team including Craig Brown, Colin Brown, Matthew Durrant, and Shaun Green, who won the title over the Port Royal ‘A’ team of Ian Page, Franklyn Furbert, Jerome Bradshaw, and Alexander White. A spokesperson said, “The season opening tournament of the Bermuda Golf Association took place […]

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Teddy: key details | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda News

September 20, 2020

Closest point: 115 miles to the east-southeast at 10am on MondayStatus: Category 2 hurricaneLocation, Sunday at 6pm: 213 miles to the south-southeastCurrent wind speeds: Sustained winds of 103mph. Gusts to 127mphMovement: North-northwest, 9mph

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Teddy: prepare for ferocious conditions | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda News

September 20, 2020

Bermuda is braced for ferocious seas, tropical storm-force gusts and severe rain as Hurricane Teddy passes to the east.The Government put a range of safety measures in place today – including the closure of the Causeway at midnight and airport at 11pm – as the storm brings large swells to the island.Waves of more than 20 feet lashed the south shore this afternoon while winds of up to 58mph and gusts to 75mph are expected throughout Monday morning.Troy Anderson, a forecaster at the Be

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COVID Testing Update 20 September

September 20, 2020

Perot testing facility will close Monday due to the hurricane and further notice will be given regarding Tuesday.

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Minister Ming Hurricane Teddy Update 20 September

September 20, 2020

Good afternoon ladies and gentlemen of the media. With me today is Kelly Trott from the Disaster Risk Reduction and Mitigation team. On the phone is Dr. Mark Guishard of the Bermuda Weather Service. He will give the latest weather update. You will note from his remarks that there has been a change in the approach of Hurricane Teddy. Dr. Guishard.

During today’s Emergency Measures Organization meeting I received an update on Bermuda’s readiness for the impact of Hurricane Teddy passing by Bermuda and the following decisions have been made.

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New Version Of Bermuda Reef App Released

September 20, 2020

The Bermuda Reef Life HD has recently been updated, with the app “featuring some 300 high definition images divided into 15 sections showcasing the beauty and diversity of Bermuda beneath the surface.” A spokesperson said, “Building from the success of the previous version of his Reef Life app, Ron Lucas’ latest update for the free […]

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Covid-19 testing on hold due to storm | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda News

September 20, 2020

Perot testing facility will close Monday due to the hurricane and further notice will be given regarding Tuesday. The COVID-19 hotline will close Monday due to the hurricane and further notice will be given regarding Tuesday.All travelers scheduled for Monday will be rescheduled and will receive an email notification indicating the new date, time and location. Upon recommencement of the COVID-19 hotline operations, travelers can contact the hotline at 441 444 2498 for assistan

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Judge adds 18 months to drink-driver’s injury | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda News

September 20, 2020

A 26-year-old man who fractured his ankle in a late-night crash admitted to drink-driving last week.David Thomas, from Devonshire, pleaded guilty in Magistrates’ Court to a charge of driving while impaired.The court heard that police were alerted to a crash on South Road in Paget, near the junction with Garden Drive just before midnight on July 11.Thomas was travelling east along the road when he attempted to overtake another motorcycle.But a third vehicle in the westbound lan

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Men to be tried for aggravated burglary | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda News

September 20, 2020

Four defendants will have their Supreme Court trial dates set before the end of the year, it has been ruled.Craig Ingham, 53, Leonard Swan, 52, and Keith Smith, 51, will appear in the Supreme Court on December 16 to set a trial date for an alleged aggravated burglary.The men denied trespassing into the home of Mitchell Watson while armed with bladed articles and doing him bodily harm.The incident is alleged to have happened on February 17 in St George’s.A 56-year-old man from

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WITH UNEMPLOYMENT BENEFIT ESTABLISHED, UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE AND LIVING WAGE NEXT UP This Just In The establishment of…

September 20, 2020

WITH UNEMPLOYMENT BENEFIT ESTABLISHED, UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE AND LIVING WAGE NEXT UP This Just In The establishment of a living wage and unemployment insurance for workers could each be in effect as early as next year if the Progressive Labour Party (PLP) are voted back in as the Government, according to Warwick South East candidate Lawrence Scott. Read more on this story click on the link below https://www.tnnbda.com/home/details/NX20200920163704

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Covid-19 Health Worker Profile: Sakina Usher

September 20, 2020

The Bermuda Government is spotlighting some of the health professionals who have helped during the pandemic, with this profile highlighting Laboratory Supervisor Sakina Usher. Ms. Usher’s Covid-19 Health Profile says, “In the fight against Covid-19, 35-year-old Sakina Usher and her colleagues serve as an unseen but vital support system to medical professionals on the front […]

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Teddy: large waves hit south shore | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda News

September 20, 2020

Bermuda should expect winter storm conditions over the next two days as Hurricane Teddy passes to the east.Winds of more than 20mph are forecast for this afternoon, rising to 40mph by this evening. Sustained winds of 57mph are forecast for early tomorrow, with peak gusts of 75mph lasting until noon.Large waves had already hit the south shore by noon.Renée Ming, the Minister of National Security, will hold a press conference at the Government’s AB Place media room at 3.30pm today.

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Officer questions Police Media Manager: This Just In Unfortunate scenes unfolded at the scene of yesterday’s serious ro…

September 20, 2020

Officer questions Police Media Manager: This Just In Unfortunate scenes unfolded at the scene of yesterday’s serious road traffic collision on Southshore Road. Read more on this story click on the link below https://www.tnnbda.com/home/details/NX20200920145740

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MINORS SEEKING TO PERFORM ANOTHER GIANT-KILLING ACT This Just In Patrice Minors, who burst through the parliamentary ga…

September 20, 2020

MINORS SEEKING TO PERFORM ANOTHER GIANT-KILLING ACT This Just In Patrice Minors, who burst through the parliamentary gates in 2007 with a spectacular defeat of then United Bermuda Party (UBP) leader Michael Dunkley, while standing for the Progressive Labour Party (PLP) in Smith’s North, is again hopeful of performing another giant-killing act … this time in support of the newly former Free Democratic Movement (FDM). Read more on this story click on the link below https://www.tnnbda.com/home/details/NX20200920124520

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BNAA Host Track Meet Season Opener

September 20, 2020

The Bermuda National Athletic Association recently hosted a Mini Track Meet; with only two events taking place – the 3,000 meters and the javelin. Dage Minors won the open 3000 meter run clocking a time of 8:35.80, while Lamont Marshall recorded a time of 9:06.60 on his way to winning the masters 3000 meter run. […]

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Video: Sunday Sept 20th ‘Good News’ Spotlight

September 20, 2020

While Bermuda may be dealing with back to back storms, the island still saw plenty of good news over the past week, with Flora Duffy winning the Karlovy Vary ITU Triathlon World Cup, Rodney Smith Jr being featured on Lay’s potato chips, the Pembroke Parish Council awarding four scholarships, and 40 Bermuda College students being […]

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Tech Summit Reveals Roster Of Expert Speakers

September 20, 2020

The 2020 Bermuda Tech Summit has revealed its line-up of industry experts and speakers, which is taking place online for the first time this year from October 14-16 as part of Bermuda Tech Week 2020. A spokesperson said, “The 2020 Bermuda Tech Summit, taking place online for the first time this year from October 14-16 […]

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Teddy: storm surge hits south shore | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda News

September 20, 2020

Bermuda should expect winter storm conditions over the next two days as Hurricane Teddy passes to the east.Winds of more than 20mph are forecast for this afternoon, rising to 40mph by this evening. Sustained winds of 57mph are forecast for early tomorrow, with peak gusts of 75mph lasting until noon.Storm surge had already hit the south shore by noon.Hurricane Teddy, which remains a major storm, is still considered a threat to Bermuda and a Tropical Storm Warning is in effect.A

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Teddy: winds to rise this evening | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda News

September 20, 2020

Bermuda should expect winter storm conditions over the next two days as Hurricane Teddy passes to the east.Winds of more than 20mph are forecast for this afternoon, rising to 40mph by this evening. Sustained winds of 57mph are forecast for early tomorrow, with peak gusts of 75mph lasting until noon.Hurricane Teddy, which remains a major storm, is still considered a threat to Bermuda and a Tropical Storm Warning is in effect.At 6am today, Teddy was forecast to pass 138 miles to the ea

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Teddy awareness: what the public need to know | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda News

September 20, 2020

The public were warned to be prepared for the approach of Hurricane Teddy and follow safety advice to protect their homes and families.Bermuda is expected to avoid the worst of the storm, but the Emergency Measures Organisation said people should still take precautions.• The Emergency Broadcast radio station is on 100.1FM. The EMO can be contacted at 295-0011. The ambulance service, fire, police and marine rescue are on 911 and Belco is on 955.• Members of the public sh

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SERIOUS ROAD TRAFFIC COLLISION SOUTH ROAD SMITH This Just In At about 4:40 p.m. today, Saturday, 19th September, polic…

September 19, 2020

SERIOUS ROAD TRAFFIC COLLISION SOUTH ROAD SMITH This Just In At about 4:40 p.m. today, Saturday, 19th September, police received a report of a serious road traffic collision at the junction of South Road and Zuill’s Park Road in Smith’s Parish. Read more on this story click on the link below https://www.tnnbda.com/home/details/NX20200919212008

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COVID-19 Update 19 September

September 19, 2020

Today there were 523 test results received by the Ministry of Health, and none were positive for COVID-19.

Bermuda has had 180 total confirmed positive cases. Their status is as follows:

there are 5 active cases, who are
all under public health monitoring, and
none are hospitalized or in critical care;
a total of 166 have recovered, and
the total deceased remains 9.

The average age of all of our confirmed positive cases is 57 and the age range of all of our positive cases is from 10 to 101 years.

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Soldiers Welcome Pte Ndavyah Williams Home

September 19, 2020

A soldier who suffered serious injuries after he was hit by a car at a Covid-19 lockdown checkpoint today [Sept 19] returned home to a hero’s welcome. Private Ndavyah Williams exited the airport to find soldiers from his A Company of the Royal Bermuda Regiment lined up at attention on both sides of the road […]

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Traffic Diverted Due To Collision In Smith’s Parish

September 19, 2020

Emergency services responded to a collision this afternoon [Sept 19] at the junction of South Road and Zuill’s Park Road in Smith’s Parish. A police spokesperson said, “At about 4:40 p.m. today, Saturday, 19th September, police received a report of a serious road traffic collision at the junction of South Road and Zuill’s Park Road […]

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Covid-19: 523 Test Results, None Were Positive

September 19, 2020

There were 523 test results received today and none were positive for Covid-19, so the total of confirmed positive cases to date remains at 180, with 5 cases remaining active. A Government spokesperson said, “Today there were 523 test results received by the Ministry of Health, and none were positive for COVID-19. “Bermuda has had […]

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Wounded soldier welcomed home | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda News

September 19, 2020

A soldier who suffered serious injuries after he was hit by a car at a Covid-19 lockdown checkpoint today returned home to a hero’s welcome.Private Ndavyah Williams exited the airport to find soldiers from his A Company of the Royal Bermuda Regiment lined up at attention on both sides of the road outside.Private Williams, 26, said: “I didn’t expect anything this big – it’s very, very heart-warming. I’m lost for words.”The soldier, injured at a checkpoint in Devonshire on June 29, has

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Police: ‘serious’ crash in Smith’s | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda News

September 19, 2020

Two motorcycle riders are being treated in hospital after a serious collision this afternoon in Smith’s, at the junction of South Road and Zuill’s Park Road.A police spokesman said that at about 4.40pm, a female rider exited Zuill’s Park Road and attempted to make a right turn west on South Road.A motorcycle ridden by a male was headed in the opposite direction along South Road, and the two collided.Both were taken by ambulance to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital.The spokesma

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Covid-19: Cases remain at 180 | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda News

September 19, 2020

There were no new cases of Covid-19 detected out of 523 test results for the coronavirus received today by the Ministry of Health.The island’s total confirmed cases of the illness stands at 180.There are five active cases, all under public health monitoring, with none in hospital.There have been 166 recoveries and nine deaths.The average age of all positive cases is 57, and the age range is from 10 to 101.The source of all local cases is as follows:• 69 imported

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TNN LIVE On South Road Smith Parish , Serious Road Traffic Collision

September 19, 2020

TNN LIVE On South Road Smith Parish , Serious Road Traffic Collision

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NO SCHOOL, & NO BUSES SERVICE ON MONDAY, THE CAUSEWAY WILL STAY OPEN This Just In Today, the Emergency Measures Organis…

September 19, 2020

NO SCHOOL, & NO BUSES SERVICE ON MONDAY, THE CAUSEWAY WILL STAY OPEN This Just In Today, the Emergency Measures Organisation met to get the latest update on Hurricane Teddy. I am pleased to note that all of our partner agencies have reported that they are ready and prepared . Read more on this story click on the link below https://www.tnnbda.com/home/details/NX20200919192258

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Live Video: Govt Press Conference On Hurricane

September 19, 2020

The Bermuda Government is holding a press conference today to provide an update regarding Hurricane Teddy. We will have more information later on, however the best way to stay informed is via our ongoing live updates on Hurricane Teddy and Hurricane Paulette here. It is scheduled to begin at 3.30pm: Related Stories Video: Press Conference […]

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Live: Hurricane Teddy briefing at 3.30pm | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda News

September 19, 2020

Renée Ming, the Minister of National Security, will hold a press briefing on Hurricane Teddy this afternoon.It will take place at the Government’s AB Place media room at 3.30pm.The Royal Gazette will provide a live video on this page.At noon today, the Bermuda Weather Service said Hurricane Teddy’s closest point of approach to the island was expected to be at 3am on Monday at about 176 miles to the island’s east as a Category 2 hurricane.Bermuda is expected

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Covid-19 Health Worker Profile: Marie Beach

September 19, 2020

The Bermuda Government is spotlighting some of the health professionals who have helped during the pandemic, with this profile highlighting Healthy Schools Coordinator Marie Beach. Ms. Beach’s Covid-19 Health Profile says, “As a bridge between the Departments of Education and Health with almost 40 years of in-school experience, Healthy Schools Coordinator Marie Beach was the […]

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More Teams Announced For World Tens Series

September 19, 2020

The Asia Pacific Dragons, London Royals and the Miami Sun have all confirmed their participation in the World Tens Series in Bermuda. Asia Pacific Dragons The announcement said, “Former Rugby World Cup winning Australia number 8, Toutai Kefu will coach the Dragons with Nafi Tuitavake, Osea Kolinisau, Api Naikantani and Tomasi Alosio just a few […]

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HEALTH MINISTRY CONFIRMED TWO NEW POSITIVE COVID-19 CASES RECORDED This Just In Yesterday there were 864 test results…

September 19, 2020

HEALTH MINISTRY CONFIRMED TWO NEW POSITIVE COVID-19 CASES RECORDED This Just In Yesterday there were 864 test results received by the Ministry of Health, and two were positive for COVID-19. The most recent cases are both among returning residents, one having returned on the British Airways flight on 16 September 2020 and one having returned on the Delta flight from Atlanta on 17 September 2020. Both cases are isolated and contact tracing has begun. Read more on this story click on the link below https://www.tnnbda.com/home/details/NX20200919113346

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PLP WELCOMES NATIONAL LEADERS DEBATE This Just In Progressive Labour Party Welcomes National Leaders Debate Between Pa…

September 19, 2020

PLP WELCOMES NATIONAL LEADERS DEBATE This Just In Progressive Labour Party Welcomes National Leaders Debate Between Party Leaders Who Can Form a Government Read more on this story click on the link below https://www.tnnbda.com/home/details/NX20200919110742

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One Bermuda Alliance Would Take The Politics Out Of Education This Just In Good day Bermuda, good day teachers, stude…

September 19, 2020

One Bermuda Alliance Would Take The Politics Out Of Education This Just In Good day Bermuda, good day teachers, students – and parents…. Over and over, we hear on the doorstep that education in Bermuda is the number one priority. Along with the state of the economy – it is. Read more on this story click on the link below https://www.tnnbda.com/home/details/NX20200919104004See More

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Video: Sept 19th Bernews Morning Newsflash

September 19, 2020

Hurricane Teddy is a threat to Bermuda with its closest approach due to be at 3am on Monday, new architecture & interior design firm launches, City of Hamilton prepares for Hurricane Teddy, BFRS respond to report of smoke on aircraft, Clarien Bank offices to close on Monday, BF&M to close on Monday due Hurricane Teddy, SEC: Unikrn to pay $6.1 million […]

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PLP Issue Another Statement On Debate

September 19, 2020

The PLP says that it will “accept offers for a national leaders’ debate between leaders of political parties that are capable of forming government after the October 1 election” and reiterated their stipulation that it “must be distributed on television, radio and the internet.” A spokesperson said, “The Progressive Labour Party will accept offers for a […]

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