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| After a swimmer got in the way of a ferry as it was departing from the berth at Salt Kettle. the police were advised and a “unit was requested to try and locate the swimmer and investigate the dangerous incident.” A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre spokesperson said, “Monday 10th October, 3:45 pm – The Ferry […]
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| AXIS Capital Holdings Limited announced a third quarter net loss estimate for catastrophes and other weather-related events of approximately $250 million, pre-tax, [$219 million, after-tax]. A spokesperson said, “The pre-tax net loss estimate includes $175 million for Hurricane Ida, consistent with industry insured losses of approximately $35 billion and $55 million for July European floods, consistent […]
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| Bermudian national hero Mary Prince has been featured on London’s Black history tube map, celebrating her contribution to Black British history. The Transport For London website said, “We’ve teamed up with the Black Cultural Archives to launch the first ever Black history tube map, celebrating the rich and varied contribution Black people have made to […]
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| The Government confirmed that Warwick Preschool, Victor Scott Primary, and East End Primary opened yesterday [Oct 14], and Elliot Primary and Northlands Primary will open today [Oct 15]. A spokesperson said, “Please be advised of the following schools that opened successfully yesterday: Thursday, October 14, 2021 1. Warwick Preschool 2. Victor Scott Primary 3. East […]
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| LOM Financial Group recently underwent a rebrand in advance of the company’s 30th anniversary. Headquartered in Bermuda, LOM also has offices in the Bahamas, Cayman and the UK. The rebrand launched earlier this month includes a new logo, brand identity, website: www.lom.com and brand purpose focused on ocean conservation. Scott Lines, CEO and Chairman of […]
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| Ignite Bermuda has hired Selica Blackwood as their new Communications and Administrations Officer. A spokesperson said, “Ignite Bermuda is excited to have expanded with the hire of Bermudian Selica Blackwood as the new Communications and Administrations Officer after receiving 79 applications from highly qualified candidates. “Ms. Blackwood brings a unique combination of skills and a real […]
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| The Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX] will be closed on Monday, October 18 in observance of Flora Duffy Day. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX] advises that the Exchange will be closed on Monday, 18th October, 2021 in observance of Flora Duffy Day. The BSX will re-open on Tuesday, 19th October, 2021.” Related Stories MarketPlace’s Flora Duffy Holiday Store […]
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| Mosaic Insurance has opened an office in New York City, its first US-based physical address for a growing number of employees. A spokesperson said, “The Midtown South office at 65 W 36th St, which will accommodate members of Mosaic’s cyber and transactional liability lines, along with technologists, and finance executives, opened this week, as the […]
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| October 14 saw 11,000 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $97,950.00 BD. 8,000 shares were traded by Argus Group Holdings Ltd, closing down 2.1% at $5.95 per share, while 2,000 shares were traded by BF&M Ltd, closing at an even $23.00 per share. 1,000 shares were traded by Bermuda Press [Holdings] Ltd, […]
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Good day Everyone,
Thank you for your attendance today so that I can provide an update to the people of Bermuda on key developments that are relevant to the fiscal and economic situation in Bermuda. I want to begin by extending my sympathies to all of those who have suffered loss because of COVID-19. I also wish to express my appreciation to those who have served, and continue to serve, on the front line and provide invaluable support and care during these difficult times.
The Ministry of Public Works advises that due to the Flora Duffy Day holiday on Monday, 18 October, garbage will not be collected on that day.
Garbage collection days for the 18, 19, 20, 21, and 22 October will shift to the next day as follows:
| A recent survey by Narrative Research Bermuda showed that 98% of the population support the decision to publicly honour Flora Duffy following her Olympic gold medal performance. A spokesperson said, “With Bermuda still celebrating triathlete Flora Duffy’s stellar gold medal performance in Tokyo this summer, there was much discussion on the island in the past […]
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| The Ministry of Public Works is advising the public that garbage will not be collected on the Flora Duffy Day holiday on Monday, October 18. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works advises that due to the Flora Duffy Day holiday on Monday, 18 October, garbage will not be collected on that day. […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Oct 14] include assent, cancellation of registration, traffic notice, large group exemptions, and acting appointments. Large Group Exemption Sharks Sprint Meet 2021 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN1012/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication date: 14 October 2021 Public Health […]
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| Friday, October 15 is expected to see a mix of sun and cloud, chance of a brief shower, with the high to be near 27°C/80°F and the low to be near 23°C/73°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be north. The relative humidity is expected to be near 77%. Sunrise will […]
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| Minister of Finance Curtis Dickinson is holding a press conference this afternoon [Oct 14] to provide a Ministry update. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Related Stories Video: Minister Lawrence Scott Press Conference Video: Minister On Economic Stimulus Programme Video: Ministers On Long Term Residents […]
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Today, the Minister for the Cabinet Office, the Hon. Wayne Furbert, JP, MP, released the June 2021 Retail Sales report (attached).
In June, the overall volume of local retail sales increased by 5.9% year-over-year. In value terms, retail sales rose 8.1% to an estimated $105 million.
June’s retail sales increased compared to the previous year’s (2020) local retail sales, which reported a decrease of 3.2%.
June’s retail sales growth represents the 12th consecutive month of increase.
| The police are reminding the public that Khyber Pass, St. George, is a one-way street and “vehicles are not allowed to turn right from Suffering Lane onto Khyber Pass at the roundabout at that intersection.” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service, [BPS], wishes to remind the public that Khyber Pass, St. George, is […]
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| The Ministry of Public Works said that BELCO’s trench work will be crossing over to the west of Burnt House Hill & Middle Road junction and continue west towards Camp Hill, and these works will require a one lane closure only. A Government spokesperson said, “This lane closure will take place from Tuesday October 19th, […]
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| Only Thursday and Friday general admission tickets remain available for the Butterfield Bermuda Championship, which will be held on October 28 to 31 at Port Royal Golf Course. A spokesperson said, “Fans are encouraged to act quickly to purchase their tickets for the third annual Butterfield Bermuda Championship. The PGA Tour event, which is being […]
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| KPMG in Bermuda announced that it has promoted four Andrew Shailer, Kevin O’Reilly, Nicki Griffiths, and Minesh Ranchod, and has also welcomed four Dr Edward Fitzgerald, Alex Xu, Troy Dort, and Nathan Bickley-May. A spokesperson said, “Business needs are constantly changing due to new and evolving regulation and governance requirements, geopolital movement and technological development. […]
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| As of October 9th, Bermuda has administered a total of 88,417 vaccinations – an increase of 694 since the previous week – and 67.1% of the population has received two doses thus far. A Government spokesperson said, “We have completed week 39 of vaccinations since January 11, and Bermuda has administered a total of 88,417 […]
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| Bermuda College Technical Education Instructor Joseph Weeks has been awarded a National Energy Global Award by the international group, Energy Globe Foundation. The award comes as a result of his work and leadership on the College’s solar-powered Aquaponics Greenhouse Project, launched nearly three years ago. The project was among more than 2,500 projects from 18 […]
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| After adjusting for the retail sales rate of inflation – measured at 1.9% in June – the overall volume of retail sales increased 5.9% when compared to June 2020, according to the recently released Retail Sales Index. A Government spokesperson said, “Today, the Minister for the Cabinet Office, the Hon. Wayne Furbert, JP, MP, released […]
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| Jewel has submitted its formal bank application with the Bermuda Monetary Authority [BMA], in a “combined full-service bank and digital asset license application.” A statement from the company says, “Jewel, a proposed bank serving digital asset businesses and institutions globally from Bermuda, has submitted its formal bank application with the Bermuda Monetary Authority [BMA], in […]
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| The current curfew — which runs from 12.30am – 5.00am — will be extended for a “further two weeks until the 29th October,” Minister of Health Kim Wilson confirmed last night. Speaking at last night’s [Oct 13] press conference, Minister Wilson said, “All of the public health measures have been extended for a further two […]
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| Bermuda’s Jonte Smith scored twice for Ballymena United as they played to a 3-2 victory over the Crusaders in the Northern Ireland League Cup. “The club’s match report said, “A Jonte Smith goal in the last minute of extra-time gave a hugely impressive Ballymena United a massive 3-2 win over Crusaders at Seaview in the […]
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| Stowmarket Town has announced the signing of Bermudian footballer Willie Clemons, which marks their second Bermudian team member as Reggie Lambe already plays for the UK based team. Stowmarket Town tweeted the photo below, saying: “New signing. We welcome Willie who signed from Swedish side Dalkurd FF and Bermuda FA international. We’re looking forward to […]
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