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| Minister of Transport Lawrence Scott and Chair of the Bermuda Airport Authority MP Lovitta Foggo held a press conference today [Oct 28] to discuss airline service to the island. “There has been a focus on the announcement by an air carrier that they will not be servicing the Boston route this winter,” the Minister said, […]
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| The police said they are “concerned with the recent uptick in serious injury collisions over the course of the last week and includes a fatality last evening.” Addressing the situation, Chief Inspector, Robert Cardwell, who heads up the Bermuda Police Service Tactical Support Unit, stated, “Time and time again, our investigations reveal that bad decision […]
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| Information Commissioner Gitanjali Gutierrez has issued Decision 12/2021 in regards to the Ministry of Legal Affairs and Constitutional Reform Headquarters. A spokesperson said, “On 21 October 2021, Information Commissioner Gitanjali Gutierrez issued Decision 12/2021, Ministry of Legal Affairs and Constitutional Reform Headquarters. The circumstances relevant to this Decision were unique, which made the Information Commissioner’s […]
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| This week, Raleigh Bermuda is hosting their “I am Brave: Youth Against Violence” programme with high school students aged 14 – 17 years old. A spokesperson said, “On Tuesday, October 26, 2021, Raleigh Brave students were in discussion with Mr. Jeff Baron speaking about violence reduction, social crime prevention and how to keep the community […]
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| The Bermuda Taxi Owners Association [BTOA] held a Special General Meeting and elected their new executive team, which consists of Dennis Furbert, David Dumont, Shari-Lynn Pringle, Michee Barclay and Nigel Richardson. A spokesperson said, “Pursuant to Article 11-Meetings; of the BTOA Constitution, a Special General Meeting was called with the sole purpose of resuming the […]
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| [Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [October 28] with the list indicating that there are twenty-seven bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.15pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 27 runs cancelled this morning, 19 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]
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| Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban is holding a press conference this afternoon [Oct 28] to provide an update on the “United Nations Climate Change Conference [COP26] and environmental activities.” We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Related Stories Video: Minister On Eliminating Single Use Plastics […]
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Good morning members of the media,
Recently there has been a focus on the announcement by an air carrier that they will not be servicing the Boston route this winter.
I know that many of our residents depend on this route for business and personal reasons. Not having this non-stop service will inconvenience many, especially those who frequent the area for access to medical treatment and universities.
| The Golf Channel has highlighted Bermudian Brian Morris who will be making his PGA Tour debut at the Butterfield Bermuda Championship. The Golf Channel story said, “On Dec. 23, 2019, Brian Morris received the kind of news that changes a person. He was told he had terminal Stage IV brain cancer. But for those who […]
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| As of October 23rd, Bermuda has administered a total of 92,770 vaccinations — an increase of 3,741 from the week prior – and 70.4% of the population has received one dose. The increase of 3,741 from the week prior is substantially higher than past weeks — which have been under 1,000 per week for some […]
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| NBC10 Boston / WBTS today announced that Bermudian Glenn Jones has been named anchor and reporter for NBC10 Boston News and NECN. Mr Jones begins his new role on Monday, November 1 and will make his on-air debut later in the month. “Glenn is a very talented journalist. I’m thrilled to welcome him to our […]
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| Bermuda’s international business community has joined forces to contribute approximately $281,000 towards the cost of antigen lateral flow Covid-19 tests for public school students, noting that this will provide just over 99,000 test kits. A spokesperson said, “Member companies of the Association of Bermuda Insurers and Reinsurers [ABIR], the Association of Bermuda International Companies [ABIC] […]
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| The police have confirmed the death of 30-year-old Tilhan Chitrananda following a collision yesterday [Oct 27] on North Shore Road. The death of Mr Chitrananda, a Sri Lankan national, marks the 13th road fatality of 2021. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service can confirm the thirty 30-year-old man transported to hospital in an […]
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| Bermuda’s Madelyn Moore has won the Western Athletic Conference Swimmer of the Week award for the second time this season. She competes for the University of Northern Colorado, and their announcement said, “Northern Colorado Swim and Dive has participated in three meets, and three times a Bear student-athlete has been selected as the Western Athletic […]
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| The police have urged the public to “cease and desist from sharing a WhatsApp message” in which a male makes false allegations against a person in connection with the fatal shooting at Robin Hood, noting that it places this “person’s safety and well-being at serious risk.” This follows after the shooting at Robin Hood in […]
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| [Written by Carla Seely] Please Note: This article is not intended to discriminate based on age or the challenges that a mature employee might face; this article is intended to help one prepare should retirement happen earlier than expected. Perhaps you’re in the latter stages of your career and are consciously developing a succession strategy […]
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| The PwC Net Zero Economy Index 2021 “finds that a decarbonisation rate of 12.9% – more than five times greater than what was achieved over the last year [2.5%] and eight times faster than the global average over the course of the 21st century – is required to halve global emissions by 2030 and to […]
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| October 27 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,705.02, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 62 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Oct 26 2021 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Oct 25 […]
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“Sadly, Bermuda has recorded two more coronavirus related deaths. I extend my sincere condolences to the family and friends of the deceased,” said the Minister of Health, the Hon. Kim Wilson, JP, MP.
Since the last update, the Ministry of Health received 3450 test results, and 12 were positive for the coronavirus, giving a test positivity rate of 0.3%.
• Sunday: 2 positive out of 1631 results (0.1% positivity)
• Monday: 10 positive out of 1819 results (0.5% positivity)
Good day; thank you for joining me.
As I believe you know, the Government and I, personally, are fully committed to sport. And we are doing everything possible to allow both local and international activities to resume safely.
Local sport, in particular, is extremely important to our social, physical and mental wellbeing, as well as our sporting aspirations nationally. We recognize this and we strive to balance the benefits of sport with the need to keep the population safe during the current pandemic.
Good Afternoon Bermuda.
Like most of Bermuda, my thoughts and prayers are with the families of those affected by last night’s incident.
I condemn the shootings at the Robin Hood Bar and Restaurant in the strongest possible terms. The callous and senseless acts of violence which occurred last night has no place in our society. This heinous act put so many people in harm’s way.
| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Oct 27] include notification of planning applications registered, traffic notice and acting appointments. List of Proposed Planning Applications Advertised on October 27, 2021 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Notification Of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID: GN1082/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Planning Publication date: 27 October […]
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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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| There will be changes to the regulations effective November 1st, with the changes to include the curfew being lifted, and group sizes to be increased from 20 to 30 people. In releasing tonight’s test results, Minister of Health, the Hon. Kim Wilson said, “The Ministry of Health is pleased to announce changes to the Public Health […]
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| The Ministry received 3450 test results — spanning two days — and 12 were positive, so there are now 99 active cases, of which:21 people are in hospital with 6 in ICU, and sadly the Ministry confirmed there have been two more coronavirus related deaths. The 99 active cases is the lowest they have been […]
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| The Ministry confirmed that Bermuda has recorded two more coronavirus related deaths, bringing the total death toll, since the start of the pandemic in 2020, to 100. Minister of Health Kim Wilson said, “Sadly, Bermuda has recorded two more coronavirus related deaths. I extend my sincere condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.” […]
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| The Progressive Labour Party [PLP] is holding their annual Delegates Conference this evening [Oct 27] under the theme of ‘Get Involved’. The PLP previously said, “The Premier and Party Leader the Honorable E. David Burt will give an address. The conference will also feature speeches from two dynamic young women of the party, Senator Arianna […]
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| Thursday, October 28 is expected to see a mix of sun & cloud, a couple of showers around, clearing pm, with the high to be near 26°C/78°F and the low to be near 22°C/72°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be west. The relative humidity is expected to be near 70%. […]
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| Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport Dr. Ernest Peets is holding a press conference this afternoon [Oct 27] on ‘Return to Play’. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update: The live broadcast has concluded and the 15-minute replay is below Related Stories Video: BNV With […]
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| Noting they are aware of messages on social media saying “there was a shooting today in the area of the West Pembroke School,” the police said they can confirm “the information is false.” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is aware of messages being circulated on social media, suggesting there was a shooting, […]
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| [Updating] The police are holding a press conference today [Oct 27] in order to provide an update on last night’s shooting at Robin Hood, which saw multiple shots fired in the establishment at around 6.00pm, resulting in four people sustaining gunshot wounds and other customers fleeing. The police have not yet provided an update on […]
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