TWO NEW POSITIVE COVID-19 CASES COURTESY OF DL 584 ATLANTA FLIGHT This Just In Today there were 715 test results recei…

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The City of Hamilton continues their “Business Spotlight” video series, which serves to highlight some of the businesses that offer innovative services or products, with this episode spotlighting Desmond Townsend & Streetwize The video’s description says, “The City is proud to have set the tone for shining a spotlight on our incredible businesses in Bermuda, […]
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The Bermuda National Trust has “made the difficult decision not to host the much-loved Christmas Walkabout this year.” The BNT posted on social media saying, “With the safety and health of the community in mind, the Bermuda National Trust has made the difficult decision not to host the much-loved Christmas Walkabout this year. Traditionally, the […]
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KFC Bermuda announced that The Eliza DoLittle Society will be the local charity selected to receive all the proceeds from the 2020 treat voucher campaign. A spokesperson said, “For the 6th consecutive year, KFC Bermuda is holding its Halloween treat vouchers for kids campaign, which is now in full swing. Past community partners have included […]
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There were 715 test results received today and two were positive for Covid-19 — which “are classified as imported having arrived travelling together on DL 584 from Atlanta on 7 October” — so Bermuda now has a total of 5 active cases. A Government spokesperson said, “Today there were 715 test results received by the […]
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The Minister of Legal Affairs, the Hon. Kathy Lynn Simmons, JP, MP today issued a public notice of the impending release, of sex offender Brittonie Lloyd Taylor, who will be released from Department of Corrections Farm Facility on 9 October 2020.
The Economic Development Department is pleased to announce the 2020 Tech Education Summit. This is the second annual event and this year it will take place virtually on 13 October as a part of Tech Summit 2020.
With the Covid-19 pandemic continuing to affect countries around the globe, the number of confirmed cases worldwide has now surpassed 36 million, with over 1,057,000 deaths worldwide, and the United States having the most confirmed cases and deaths in the world. A BBC story said, “New measures to tackle coronavirus are to be announced “in […]
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The official Government and Legal notices for today [Oct 8] include list of proposed planning applications and acting appointments. List Of Proposed Planning Applications Advertised On October 08, 2020 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Notification of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID: GN0911/2020 Public Authorities / Department: Planning Publication Date: 08 October 2020 Government […]
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Friday, October 9 is expected to see a bright and sunny start, clouds increasing later in the day, with the high to be near 26°C/78°F and the low to be near 22°C/71°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be north. The relative humidity is expected to be near 64%. Sunrise will […]
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The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon [Oct 8], with the list indicating that there are twenty-four bus runs cancelled today. Related Stories Ministry: 15 Bus Runs Cancelled On Wednesday Ministry: 22 Bus Runs Cancelled On Tuesday Ministry: 46 Bus Runs Cancelled On Monday Ministry: 22 Bus Runs Cancelled On […]
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The Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] is the recipient of a Significant Achievement Award from the 2020 Association of Zoos and Aquariums [AZA] Honors and Awards Committee for the submission of ‘Trunk Island – ‘The Living Classroom’. Volunteers on Trunk Island “The AZA recognized the achievements of over 20 member facilities in the fields of conservation, […]
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Rolfe Commissiong has been appointed to the Senate and Cabinet, Lawrence Scott and Tinee Furbert have been appointed to the Cabinet, while Owen Darrell, Curtis Richardson, Arianna Hodgson and Lindsay Simmons have been appointed to the Senate. This was announced by Premier David Burt this afternoon, as the Premier named his new Cabinet and Senate […]
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BF&M Limited has committed $28,000 to fund an on-island pilot project designed to assist in the prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation for those living with diabetic foot disease. A spokesperson said, “BF&M Limited [BF&M] is pleased to be partnering with the Bermuda Diabetes Association and Bermuda Limb Care Ltd. by funding an on- island pilot project […]
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Fitch Ratings has upgraded the Insurer Financial Strength [IFS] ratings of Legal & General Reinsurance from ‘A+’ to ‘AA-‘. A spokesperson said, “Legal & General Reinsurance [L&G Re] announces today that Fitch Ratings has upgraded its Insurer Financial Strength from ‘A+’ to ‘AA-‘. “AA ratings suggest a very low expectation of ceased or interrupted payments, […]
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[Updating] A swearing in ceremony will be held at 2.30pm this afternoon [Oct 8] at Government House, with Premier David Burt expected to announce the Cabinet Members. Earlier today Premier Burt tweeted, “Later today, I will make appointments to the Cabinet of Bermuda. Many are not familiar with our Constitution. Sections 58-64 cover appointments to […]
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Government House today [Oct 8] announced that James Jardine “will be retiring as an Independent Senator.” Governor John Rankin said, “In June Mr Jardine made clear to me his wish to retire as a member of the Senate. Mr Jardine was appointed to the Senate in 2011 and became its Vice President in 2017. “On […]
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A swearing in ceremony will be held at 2.30pm this afternoon [Oct 8] at Government House, with Premier David Burt expected to announce the Cabinet Members. Earlier today Premier Burt tweeted, “Later today, I will make appointments to the Cabinet of Bermuda. Many are not familiar with our Constitution. Sections 58-64 cover appointments to Cabinet. […]
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Following the 2020 General Election, Marilyn Steede — who ran as an Independent in Constituency 12 Devonshire South Central — said she stepped up to speak to the political caretakers of Bermuda that she was “displeased with their stewardship of my livelihood.” Ms Steede said, “I, Marilyn Steede was an Independent Candidate in the recently concluded Parliamentary […]
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Skyport has released the latest episode of ‘Taking Off’, a video series with host Mikaela Pearman that highlights the airport redevelopment project, with this episode highlighting the parking lot. Speaking in the episode, Mikaela Pearman said, “As we get closer to the opening of the new passenger terminal building, I’ll be sharing what to expect […]
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The 2020 Bermuda Tech Summit, taking place online for the first time from October 14-16 as part of Bermuda Tech Week, has announced new sponsors and additions to its lineup of industry experts and speakers appearing next week. Tech titan Hasso Plattner, Co-Founder and Chairman of SAP and Founder of the Hasso Plattner Institute, will […]
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The Government has issued a public notice that convicted sex offender Brittonie Lloyd Taylor will be released from prison on October 9th. A government spokesperson said, “The Minister of Legal Affairs, the Hon. Kathy Lynn Simmons, JP, MP today issued a public notice of the impending release, of sex offender Brittonie Lloyd Taylor, who will […]
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The Bermuda National Athletics Association’s 2020 Cross Country season is underway, with Covid safety protocols in place. BNAA President Donna Raynor said, “The BNAA are pleased to inform you that we have started our 2020 cross country season. We have had to cut down the season to four races including the National Championships. “We were […]
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The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award in Bermuda held two joint training sessions this past weekend which were attended by over 75 young people from across the Island. A spokesperson said, “On the 3rd and 4th October, 2020, The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Bermuda [the Award] held two Joint Training Sessions in which over […]
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When Parliament resumes there will be eight new MPs, with Jason Wade, Crystal Caesar, Jache Adams, Anthony Richardson, Vance Campbell, Ianthia Simmons-Wade, Jarion Richardson and Kathy Lynn Simmons all set to enter the House of Assembly. Seven of the eight new MPs are PLP, with five PLP MPs winning seats previously held by the OBA, […]
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The Chartered Institute of Arbitrators Bermuda announced four newly qualified Fellow Arbitrators — Charlene Scott, Georgia Marshall, Matthew Mason and Christina Herrero — bringing Bermuda’s total number up to thirteen. A spokesperson said, “Chair Ben Adamson is pleased to introduce four newly qualified ‘Fellow’ Arbitrators to CIArb Bermuda Branch’s family of specialists bringing Bermuda’s total […]
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The Economic Development Department will be hosting the 2020 Tech Education Summit virtually on October 13th. A government spokesperson said, “The Economic Development Department is pleased to announce the 2020 Tech Education Summit. This is the second annual event and this year it will take place virtually on 13 October as a part of Tech […]
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JP Doyle, Adam Leal, and Scott Green were selected as the match officials for the inaugural World Tens Series, which will be held in Bermuda from October 24 until November 7. The World Tens website said, “JP Doyle has been confirmed as one of three match officials selected for next month’s World Tens Series in […]
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Bermudian goalkeeper Dale Eve made a “stunning” double save to help Spennymoor Town claim a 2-1 victory against Farsley Celtic. The club’s match report said, “Spennymoor began the league season with a lively win over Farsley as life behind closed doors commenced at The Brewery Field. “Dale Eve was called into action with fifteen minutes […]
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Swan’s Running Club is getting set to host the George Jones “Smiler” Miler 5K on Sunday, October 18. A spokesperson said, “Well, dust off those cobwebs because the George Jones “Smiler” Miler 5K will be held on Sunday, October 18, with proceeds going to St. John’s Ambulance Brigade. “There will be a limit on participation, […]
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The Bermuda Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a webinar on succeeding in a remote work environment, entitled ‘Building Your Remote Work Muscle’ on Thursday, October 22. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce a Thursday, October 22nd webinar on succeeding in a remote work environment, entitled Building Your Remote […]
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In Commercial Bowling League action at the Warwick Lanes saw the Sunset defeat Sweet Life 4 – 0, while the Super Stars defeated the Ten Pins 4 – 0, with Who Gives A Split defeating the Pin Pushers 3 – 1. Spare Me defeated Cool Runnings 3 – 1, while the Braves the Spinners 3 […]
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Ignite Bermuda’s second cohort – who concluded their Business Accelerator Programme in June – reported an increase of 5.7% in sales, as well as 15 full time and 28 part-time jobs created. A spokesperson said, “For each Ignite Bermuda’s cohort, data is collected from the participants to track and measure the impact of the accelerator programme […]
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Bermuda’s Kole Hall scored for Radcliffe FC as they recorded a 3 – 1 victory over South Shields at Mariners Park. The club’s match report said, “Lee Fowler’s Radcliffe FC claimed their first three points of the season as they beat South Shields 3-1 at Mariners Park. Jean Louis Akpa-Akpro’s brace sandwiched Kole Hall’s second half […]
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The Bermuda Flag Football League [BFFL] 2020 Fall Season takes place on the T.N. Tatem Middle School Field, and a look at he current standings and stat leaders in different categories is below. The Black Shark$ are the League leaders, with a record of 3 wins and 1 defeat, while the Punisher’s have the same […]
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October 7 saw 54,810 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $314,460.00 BD. 6,900 shares were traded by BF&M Ltd, closing up 1.7% at $17.80 per share, while the other 47,910 shares were traded by One Communications Ltd, closing even at $4.00 per share. The BSX finished at 1,829.60, up 0.13% on the […]
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Today there were 749 test results received by the Ministry of Health, and one was positive for COVID-19. This most recent case is classified as imported having arrived on BA flight 2233 on 30 September 2020. Case isolation and contact tracing has begun. The case is a resident who did not have a pre-departure test but tested negative on arrival, and was therefore in quarantine per normal public health requirements, and is now isolated.
Bermuda now has 182 total confirmed positive cases. Their status is as follows:
Happy Valley Child Care Center Parents Teachers Association [HVCCC PTA] are thanking the local community for their support in helping to purchase a replacement school bus. PTA President Trina Davis said “On behalf of Happy Valley Child Care Centre and the PTA, I would like to thank each and every person who invested in our […]
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