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| The Progressive Labour Party [PLP] will be hosting a ‘Virtual Platform Launch’ this evening [Sept 22] at 7.30pm at the St. George’s Cricket Club in St. George’s. This platform launch event comes on advance of the 2020 General Election which will be held next week Thursday. For comprehensive coverage of the 2020 Bermuda General Election […]
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| A group called ‘Community Voices for Democracy’ said they have invited the island’s political leaders to take part in a debate at 8.00pm on Monday, September 28th. The group — which consists of Qian Dickinson, Rick Richardson, Dana Selassie, Charles Jeffers, Ywion Darrell and Ajai Peets — said it would take place at the Bermuda […]
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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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| Soldiers from the RBR mobilised for the second time in a week after a double whammy from Hurricanes Paulette and Teddy. More than 75 troops were embodied for Teddy – but senior officers said the storm had caused little damage. Captain Kenji Bean, the officer in charge of the hurricane response teams, said five Immediate […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Sept 22] include appointments, striking off, cancellation of registration, and large group exemption. Appointments Board Of Immigration Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Appointments Notice ID: GN0848/2020 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication Date: 22 September 2020 The Minister of National Security is pleased to […]
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| The Government is holding a press conference this evening [Sept 22] to update the public on Covid-19. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime, the live video is below. The press conference is scheduled to take place at 5.45pm: As the island and world deals with the Covid-19 pandemic, we are […]
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| The Association of Bermuda Insurers and Reinsurers [ABIR] today released the results of its 15th annual ABIR Bermuda Economic Substance Survey, “detailing significant contributions to the Bermuda economy and workforce.” A spokesperson said, “Highlights from the report, which tracks 2019 calendar-year data, include: ABIR members contributed over $830 million to the Bermuda economy, up $15 million from […]
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| An online petition has been launched calling for the island’s political leaders to have a debate, with the petition attaining over 230 signatures as of this writing. The petition said, “In this political climate there is an atmosphere of uncertainty. Bermuda is a democracy, and we have a right like every other democratic nation to […]
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| MarketPlace will extend their three-times weekly 5% discount and daily 5% discount for recipients of financial assistance until the end of 2020. A spokesperson said, “The MarketPlace today announced an extension of its three-times weekly 5% discount and daily 5% discount for recipients of financial assistance until the end of the year. “The extended offering […]
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| Two candidates from the recently formed Free Democratic Movement [FDM] — Cheryl Packwood and Patrice Minors – are joining host Don Burgess this afternoon [Sept 22] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series. Ms Packwood is running in Constituency #7 Hamilton South and Ms Minors will be running in Constituency #12 Devonshire South Central in […]
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| Little Venice Group has announced that all of its restaurants – except Lido Complex – are resuming normal hours starting today [Sept 22]. A poster outlining the resumption says, “We hope everyone is safe after the storms. “Please note all Little Venice Group restaurants, aside from Lido Complex, will resume normal operational hours on Tuesday, […]
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| “Bermuda’s tourism businesses are offering a full weekend of deals, discounts and special experiences to mark World Tourism Day,” the BTA said today. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Tourism Authority is encouraging visitors and residents to rediscover the power of travel by immersing themselves in a host of Bermudian experiences on offer this weekend, September […]
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| The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] said that the Dudley Eve matches scheduled for Wednesday [Sept 23] will take place at Goose Gosling Field. A spokesperson said, “The Dudley Eve matches scheduled for Wednesday, September 23, 2020 will take place at Goose Gosling Field. “The scheduled fixtures are the Dudley Eve matchday 3 fixtures which are […]
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Recently the Head of the Public Service, Dr. Derrick Binns recognized this year’s (2020) Bermuda Government Bursary Award Recipient Ania Gilbert.
Ania is pursuing a Bachelors of Business Administration-Accounting at Mount Saint Vincent University.
Dr. Binns also extended special congratulations to this year’s graduating Bursary Award students.
| With the Covid-19 pandemic continuing to affect countries around the globe, the number of confirmed cases worldwide has now surpassed 31 million, with over 965,000 deaths worldwide, and the United States having the most confirmed cases and deaths in the world. A BBC story said, “The UK has reached “a perilous turning point”, Prime Minister […]
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| Bermuda Youth Connect will be holding a Pre-Election Youth Forum tonight [Sept 22] which will feature two of the candidates from all three political parties, for a total of six candidates, and be available to watch online. A spokesperson said, “The Pre-Election Youth Forum will be a perfect blend of debate and discussion. Topics to […]
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| London City Lionesses recently locked up a key addition to their 2020-21 squad with the signing of K’Shaela Burch-Waldron. The London City Lionesses play in the FA Women’s Championship; they signed Burch-Waldron and put her straight into their development squad as they face London Bees. Playing in her first game, Burch-Waldron found the back of […]
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| Social Justice Bermuda [SJB] has released its platform, saying “with this document, we seek to highlight our values and draw our community and elected leaders’ attention to some pressing social justice issues.” The document describes the group by saying, “Social Justice Bermuda is a collective of Bermudians who are inspired by the global Black Lives […]
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| For the first time in Bermuda Football Association [BFA] history, two females have passed the FIFA AR Fitness Test, with Natasha Trott and Leanda Blackman both making the mark at the National Sports Center. Chairman of the BFA Referees Committee Crenstant Williams said, “This is indeed a proud moment with these two young ladies making […]
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| Highlighting the high level of activity during the 2020 Atlantic hurricane season so far, the naming of Wilfred last week officially exhausted 2020′s list of storm names, with two subsequent storms – the 22nd and 23rd of the season – being referred to as Alpha and Beta. That high level of activity has been accentuated […]
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| Women in Reinsurance [WiRe], the organization for professional women employed in the Bermuda reinsurance sector, announced that Maamoun Rajeh has been appointed a director of the Board. He succeeds Stephen Young in the position. Mr. Rajeh is Chairman and CEO of Arch Worldwide Reinsurance Group. “I am thrilled to welcome Maamoun to WiRe’s board,” said […]
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| Jyire Mitchell recently concluded competing in the Rockstar Triple Crown SX Motocross event in Norfolk County, Ontario, Canada. Taking to the track for round two, Mitchell got a solid start out of the blocks. He continued to battle through the jumps and turns, and with consistent speed he rode to victory. In the second moto, […]
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| Bermudian web cartoon ‘The Adventures Of Raz‘ – which has been retitled ‘New Raz Adventures’ – is set to return with a new episode on Friday [Sept 25]. Tashel Bean said, “Bermudian web cartoon The Adventures of Raz is set to debut a new episode on Friday, September 25 at 12.00pm. The retitled New Raz […]
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| The MarketPlace has released the sixth episode of their “MarketPlace Entrepreneur Spotlight” video series — which highlights local entrepreneurs who sell their locally made or grown products through their stores — with the latest episode spotlighting Rory Johns and 9 Parishes. The video’s description says, “The MarketPlace Entrepreneur Spotlight is a video series highlighting 8 […]
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| The Bermuda Monetary Authority has issued a “Public Censure” to Blue Nile Services Limited. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Monetary Authority [Authority] has issued a Public Censure to Blue Nile Services Limited (Company), a money service business provider, for a number of breaches of the Proceeds of Crime (Anti-Money Laundering and Anti-Terrorist Financing) Regulations 2008 (POCA […]
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| The National Archery Association of Bermuda held its Annual General Meeting recently, and their Executive and Management Team are below. Executive Members President – Ross Roberts Vice President – William Pickering Secretary – Trina N Roberts Treasurer – Robert O’Connor Management Team Camerin Pickering Bernard Wade III Related Stories Results: Gold Point Archery League National […]
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| Colonial offices will reopen to walk-ins today [Tuesday] from 12PM – 4PM, and will be available remotely from 8:30AM – 5:00PM. A spokesperson for Colonial said: “Our offices will reopen to walk-ins as of 12 pm – 4 pm, Tuesday September 22. We are available and working remotely from 8:30 am – 5:00 pm. “For […]
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| Conor White claimed yet another podium spot competing in the Hamilton Cycling Club’s Time Trial in Ontario, Canada. White finished in second place behind Carson Mattern. Mattern clocked a winning time of 19:11, and White was clocked across the line 11 seconds back in 19:22. Related Stories Hopkins Named To Class Of Academic All-Stars Caitlin […]
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| Dennico Hollis is enjoying cricket in Scotland as he and his Stenhousemuir 1st XI teammates defeated Drumpellier Cricket Club by 24 runs. Batting first Stenhousemuir were bowled out for 155, opener Gowtham Rai was the top scorer with 72, while Hollis was out for 10. Hollis faced 13 balls in 13 minutes hitting one four. […]
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| [Opinion column written by Scott Pearman] If you are reading this, then I suspect you are someone who is naturally curious. Curious about what other people have to say about things. Curious as to whether you may agree or disagree. Perhaps you are seeking to confirm your existing viewpoints? Perhaps you are shaking your head […]
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Good afternoon. Thank you for joining us today for an update on Hurricane Teddy. I am joined by Ms. Kelly Trott of the Disaster Risk Reduction and Mitigation Team.
We also have the Director of the Bermuda Weather Service, Dr. Mark Guishard with us on the call. Dr. Guishard, please give us an update on Hurricane Teddy.
Following this afternoon’s Emergency Measures Organization meeting, I can report:
Public Works structural engineers inspected the Causeway this afternoon and reported that it is structurally sound. The Causeway reopened this afternoon.
Following today’s EMO press conference, here is an update on the bus and ferry service:
The public bus and school bus service is now scheduled to resume normal operations on Tuesday, 22 September.
The Ministry can further advise that the ferry service is suspended but will resume operations at 3:00 pm on Tuesday, 22 September.
The Ministry thanks the team at the Department of Public Transportation and would like to extend its thanks to the Department of Parks and the Royal Bermuda Regiment for their help with the resumption of bus service.
| HSBC Bank Bermuda Limited will reopen for business on Tuesday. A spokesperson said, “Following receipt this evening of the EMO’s all clear post Hurricane Teddy, HSBC Bank Bermuda Limited will reopen for business on Tuesday, 22nd September at 9:00 am. “We apologize for any inconvenience caused by our closure due to Hurricane Teddy and thank all […]
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