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| The Smith family has created a beautiful Christmas display measuring 30 feet long, seven feet tall, and eight feet wide and utilizing approximately 2,000 pieces, with the creation including a working movie theatre, music, lights, a moving train, and more. The endeavour is a joint venture between mother and son, Jane Smith and Roger Smith, […]
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| Quinn Talbot, who recently retired from his duties at Ocean View Golf Course, has been recognized by the Trustees of the Bermuda Government Golf Courses. A spokesperson said, “Quinn Talbot, who has recently retired from his daily duties at Ocean View Golf Course, spanning more than two decades, has been recognized by the Trustees of […]
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| [Written by Dale Butler] The Department of Community & Cultural Affairs should be congratulated for finding safe windows to highlight Bermuda’s musical talent on the front steps of the City Hall & Arts Centre [CHAC]. The introduction was timely and much appreciated. Bermuda is no stranger to foreign a cappella groups like the world famous Harvard […]
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| A newly published book titled This is What We Call ‘Home’ by Lee-Ann Liles is now available. Ms Liles said, “This is the release of my third book, This is What We Call ‘Home’, which is a book of poetry that I wrote in high school and about 30 years on I am publishing it. […]
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| Banyan Risk Ltd, the Managing General Agent [MGA] which launched in Bermuda this year, is expanding its operations. A spokesperson said, “Banyan, which underwrites Directors’ and Officers’ [D&O] insurance risk solutions in complex risk areas including life sciences, global initial public offerings [IPOs], the technology sector, and special purpose acquisition companies [SPACs], is launching the […]
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| The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [December 23] with the list indicating that there are twenty-three bus runs cancelled so far today. Related Stories Buses To Operate On Sunday Schedule Minister: Minibuses To Provide Transportation Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Friday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Thursday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Tuesday […]
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| In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX], Somers Limited announced share repurchases and total shares in issue. The filing stated: “Somers Limited, a financial services investment holding company, announces that during the month of November 2021, Somers had no repurchases of its own common shares. “The number of common shares in issue as […]
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| December 22 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,595.09, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 63 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Dec 21 2021 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Dec 20 […]
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| The Ministry of Public Works confirmed that the second burner at the Tynes Bay Waste to Energy facility “was returned to service over the weekend” and said that the “two burners are operating at near-normal efficiency burning approximately 288 tons of garbage per day.” Acting Minister of Public Works Wayne Furbert said, “The team of […]
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| “As of 12.30am on Friday 24 December; a curfew will be in effect every night from 12.30 am – 5.00 am until 20 January 2022,” the Government advised, adding that the police “will stop vehicles, check for approved exemptions for those out during the curfew period, and issue fixed penalty notices where applicable. ” A […]
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| [Written by Dale Butler] Situated in the late Dr. Charles A. Smith complex on Court Street, Hamilton’s Juice ‘n’ Beans Cafe was formerly located on Front Street, Hamilton, and reopened in its present location in November 2016. Dr. Smith overcame many insurmountable obstacles in order to open his own practice. He was “a founding member of […]
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Yesterday, (December 21, 2021) Acting Premier and Minister of Education the Hon. Diallo Rabain, JP MP, visited the BTA and Bermuda Workforce Development’s collaborative Recruitment Drive at Hamilton Princess.
Minister Rabain stated, “I was pleased to see that there were over 780 people pre-registered for the event. This government is committed to getting the economy back on track, and events such as these which support employment opportunities for our residents are very positive.
On Monday December 13th, the Economic Development Department (EDD) held its first Leadership Innovation Awards reception to celebrate individuals and entities who in the past year continued to capitalise on technology to create solutions.
The Minister for the Cabinet Office, the Hon. Wayne Furbert and the Minister of Education, the Hon. Diallo Rabain were also in attendance at the event, which was safely hosted, and presented awards to the winners.
| As part of their ongoing campaign to “get Bermudians involved in saving West End Primary school from closure,” the West End Warriors for Legacy established the ‘Send An Email’ campaign, asking people to email the Minister of Education. A spokesperson said, “As part of their on-going campaign to get Bermudians involved in saving the 152-year-old […]
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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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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Dec 22] include notification of planning applications registered and traffic notice. List of Proposed Plan Applications Advertised on December 22, 2021 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Notification of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID: GN1424/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Planning Publication date: 22 December 2021 Listing Of Plan Applications […]
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| Thursday, December 23 is expected to see lingering cloud with the chance of early showers, with the high to be near 22°C/72°F and the low to be near 17°C/62°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NNW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 81%. Sunrise will be at 7.17am […]
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| Well known barbershop owner and community leader Ricky Spence presented Dr. Kyjuan Brown with the ‘Most Outstanding Member of our Bermuda Community 2021′ award, saying he has “helped our community greatly in and out of medicine.” A spokesperson said, “This month, veteran barbershop owner and community leader, Ricky Spence felt the urge to celebrate some […]
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| Consumers paid 2.2% more in September 2021 then they did a year ago for the basket of goods and services included in the Consumer Price Index [CPI]. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry for the Cabinet Office released the September 2021 Consumer Price Index [CPI] from the Department of Statistics. In summary, during September 2021 consumers […]
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| The Economic Development Department [EDD] recently held its first Leadership Innovation Awards reception to “celebrate individuals and entities who in the past year continued to capitalise on technology to create solutions,” with Adrian Lodge, Coral Wells, and Edmond Johnson receiving awards. A Government spokesperson said, “On Monday December 13th, the Economic Development Department held its […]
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| As of the most recent statistics, the Island has 152 active Covid-19 cases and according to data provided by the Health Ministry, the average age of all active cases is 30 years, 42% are male and over 50 of the currently active cases are in the 10-19 year old age range. The Ministry said that […]
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| The Ombudsman for Bermuda, Victoria Pearman delivered her report — “A Future for Criminal Injuries Compensation” – to the Speaker’s Chambers of the House today [Dec 22]. A spokesperson said, “The Report is designed to bring about change in the operation and actions of the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board. “The Criminal Injuries Compensation Board is […]
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| Yesterday [Dec 21] Acting Premier and Minister of Education Diallo Rabain visited the BTA and Bermuda Workforce Development’s collaborative Recruitment Drive at Hamilton Princess. Minister Rabain stated, “I was pleased to see that there were over 780 people pre-registered for the event. This government is committed to getting the economy back on track, and events […]
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| The police confirmed that the “person arrested in relation to the murder of Osagi Bascome has been released on bail while we continue to investigate the circumstances of Mr. Bascome’s death.” The police previously confirmed that a 24-year-old male was been arrested in relation to the investigation. Detective Chief Inspector [DCI] Peter Stableford said, “People […]
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| The City of Hamilton is advising City businesses and residents that City garbage collections will be scheduled on the following dates. Friday, December 24th – No collection after 10pm Saturday, December 25th to Tuesday, December 28th – No collection Wednesday, December 29th – Normal garbage collection will resume. Friday, December 31st – No collection after […]
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| Sacramento Republic FC announced that they have “reached an agreement” with Bermudian footballer Zeiko Lewis to play for the club. The California-based club’s announcement said, “Today, Sacramento Republic FC announced that the club has reached an agreement with forward Zeiko Lewis, pending league and federation approval. He will be added to Republic FC’s 2022 roster pending receipt […]
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| Elijah Daley took the pool to compete in the Invitation December Pointe-Claire 2021 Swim Meet hosted by PCSC Pointe-Claire Swim Club in Canada. Daley competed in two events; he finished 9th in the men’s 1500m freestyle touching the wall in a personal best time of 17:40.18 and during the 100m freestyle, Daley clocked a personal […]
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Good Afternoon Bermuda,
I am joined today by the Minister of Health, the Hon. Kim Wilson and the Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport Dr. The Hon. Ernest Peets as we provide the country with an update on the public health regulations in response to the growing threat of the Omicron variant.
| The Ministry of Public Works is advising of the following Christmas Boxing Day and New Year’s Day trash collection dates. A Government spokesperson said, “For the week of December 27th: Monday’s waste will be collected on Wednesday. Tuesday’s waste will be collected on Thursday. Wednesday’s waste will be collected on Friday. Thursday and Friday’s waste […]
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| The 2022 cruise ship schedule has been released, which shows 104 contract cruise ship visits and 77 occasional visits, for a total of 181 visits to Bermuda during the year. The five contract callers are Adventure of the Seas with 19 visits, Enchantment of the Seas with 22 visits, Norwegian Joy with 27 visits, Norwegian […]
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| The Zoo area at the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum, and Zoo [BAMZ] has been closed to the public to “protect certain animals that are susceptible to corona viruses.” Dr. Ian Wallker, Principal Curator, said: “Unfortunately, BAMZ still faces the same concerns regarding the health and welfare of our animals, as we have in previous instances where […]
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| The Government is currently seeking expressions of interest for redevelopment and use of the former ballroom at the Admiralty House Community Centre in Pembroke, with the submission deadline set for Monday January 31, 2022. The call for expressions of interest for redevelopment and use says, “The property is Grade 2 Listed and comprises of a […]
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| Ariel Re announced it has sponsored a 144A index-triggered catastrophe bond issued by Bermuda special purpose insurer Titania Re Ltd. A spokesperson said, Titania Re will provide USD 175 million of multi-year collateralised reinsurance cover to Ariel Re using an indexed industry loss trigger under the Series 2021-2 Notes, protecting against North American named storms […]
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