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Bermuda is braced for ferocious seas, tropical storm-force gusts and severe rain as Hurricane Teddy passes to the east.The Government put a range of safety measures in place today – including the closure of the Causeway at midnight and airport at 11pm – as the storm brings large swells to the island.Waves of more than 20 feet lashed the south shore this afternoon while winds of up to 58mph and gusts to 75mph are expected throughout Monday morning.Troy Anderson, a forecaster at the Be

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COVID Testing Update 20 September

September 20, 2020

Perot testing facility will close Monday due to the hurricane and further notice will be given regarding Tuesday.

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Minister Ming Hurricane Teddy Update 20 September

September 20, 2020

Good afternoon ladies and gentlemen of the media. With me today is Kelly Trott from the Disaster Risk Reduction and Mitigation team. On the phone is Dr. Mark Guishard of the Bermuda Weather Service. He will give the latest weather update. You will note from his remarks that there has been a change in the approach of Hurricane Teddy. Dr. Guishard.

During today’s Emergency Measures Organization meeting I received an update on Bermuda’s readiness for the impact of Hurricane Teddy passing by Bermuda and the following decisions have been made.

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New Version Of Bermuda Reef App Released

September 20, 2020

The Bermuda Reef Life HD has recently been updated, with the app “featuring some 300 high definition images divided into 15 sections showcasing the beauty and diversity of Bermuda beneath the surface.” A spokesperson said, “Building from the success of the previous version of his Reef Life app, Ron Lucas’ latest update for the free […]

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Covid-19 testing on hold due to storm | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda News

September 20, 2020

Perot testing facility will close Monday due to the hurricane and further notice will be given regarding Tuesday. The COVID-19 hotline will close Monday due to the hurricane and further notice will be given regarding Tuesday.All travelers scheduled for Monday will be rescheduled and will receive an email notification indicating the new date, time and location. Upon recommencement of the COVID-19 hotline operations, travelers can contact the hotline at 441 444 2498 for assistan

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Judge adds 18 months to drink-driver’s injury | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda News

September 20, 2020

A 26-year-old man who fractured his ankle in a late-night crash admitted to drink-driving last week.David Thomas, from Devonshire, pleaded guilty in Magistrates’ Court to a charge of driving while impaired.The court heard that police were alerted to a crash on South Road in Paget, near the junction with Garden Drive just before midnight on July 11.Thomas was travelling east along the road when he attempted to overtake another motorcycle.But a third vehicle in the westbound lan

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Men to be tried for aggravated burglary | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda News

September 20, 2020

Four defendants will have their Supreme Court trial dates set before the end of the year, it has been ruled.Craig Ingham, 53, Leonard Swan, 52, and Keith Smith, 51, will appear in the Supreme Court on December 16 to set a trial date for an alleged aggravated burglary.The men denied trespassing into the home of Mitchell Watson while armed with bladed articles and doing him bodily harm.The incident is alleged to have happened on February 17 in St George’s.A 56-year-old man from

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WITH UNEMPLOYMENT BENEFIT ESTABLISHED, UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE AND LIVING WAGE NEXT UP This Just In The establishment of…

September 20, 2020

WITH UNEMPLOYMENT BENEFIT ESTABLISHED, UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE AND LIVING WAGE NEXT UP This Just In The establishment of a living wage and unemployment insurance for workers could each be in effect as early as next year if the Progressive Labour Party (PLP) are voted back in as the Government, according to Warwick South East candidate Lawrence Scott. Read more on this story click on the link below https://www.tnnbda.com/home/details/NX20200920163704

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Covid-19 Health Worker Profile: Sakina Usher

September 20, 2020

The Bermuda Government is spotlighting some of the health professionals who have helped during the pandemic, with this profile highlighting Laboratory Supervisor Sakina Usher. Ms. Usher’s Covid-19 Health Profile says, “In the fight against Covid-19, 35-year-old Sakina Usher and her colleagues serve as an unseen but vital support system to medical professionals on the front […]

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Teddy: large waves hit south shore | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda News

September 20, 2020

Bermuda should expect winter storm conditions over the next two days as Hurricane Teddy passes to the east.Winds of more than 20mph are forecast for this afternoon, rising to 40mph by this evening. Sustained winds of 57mph are forecast for early tomorrow, with peak gusts of 75mph lasting until noon.Large waves had already hit the south shore by noon.Renée Ming, the Minister of National Security, will hold a press conference at the Government’s AB Place media room at 3.30pm today.

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Officer questions Police Media Manager: This Just In Unfortunate scenes unfolded at the scene of yesterday’s serious ro…

September 20, 2020

Officer questions Police Media Manager: This Just In Unfortunate scenes unfolded at the scene of yesterday’s serious road traffic collision on Southshore Road. Read more on this story click on the link below https://www.tnnbda.com/home/details/NX20200920145740

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MINORS SEEKING TO PERFORM ANOTHER GIANT-KILLING ACT This Just In Patrice Minors, who burst through the parliamentary ga…

September 20, 2020

MINORS SEEKING TO PERFORM ANOTHER GIANT-KILLING ACT This Just In Patrice Minors, who burst through the parliamentary gates in 2007 with a spectacular defeat of then United Bermuda Party (UBP) leader Michael Dunkley, while standing for the Progressive Labour Party (PLP) in Smith’s North, is again hopeful of performing another giant-killing act … this time in support of the newly former Free Democratic Movement (FDM). Read more on this story click on the link below https://www.tnnbda.com/home/details/NX20200920124520

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BNAA Host Track Meet Season Opener

September 20, 2020

The Bermuda National Athletic Association recently hosted a Mini Track Meet; with only two events taking place – the 3,000 meters and the javelin. Dage Minors won the open 3000 meter run clocking a time of 8:35.80, while Lamont Marshall recorded a time of 9:06.60 on his way to winning the masters 3000 meter run. […]

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Video: Sunday Sept 20th ‘Good News’ Spotlight

September 20, 2020

While Bermuda may be dealing with back to back storms, the island still saw plenty of good news over the past week, with Flora Duffy winning the Karlovy Vary ITU Triathlon World Cup, Rodney Smith Jr being featured on Lay’s potato chips, the Pembroke Parish Council awarding four scholarships, and 40 Bermuda College students being […]

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Tech Summit Reveals Roster Of Expert Speakers

September 20, 2020

The 2020 Bermuda Tech Summit has revealed its line-up of industry experts and speakers, which is taking place online for the first time this year from October 14-16 as part of Bermuda Tech Week 2020. A spokesperson said, “The 2020 Bermuda Tech Summit, taking place online for the first time this year from October 14-16 […]

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Teddy: storm surge hits south shore | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda News

September 20, 2020

Bermuda should expect winter storm conditions over the next two days as Hurricane Teddy passes to the east.Winds of more than 20mph are forecast for this afternoon, rising to 40mph by this evening. Sustained winds of 57mph are forecast for early tomorrow, with peak gusts of 75mph lasting until noon.Storm surge had already hit the south shore by noon.Hurricane Teddy, which remains a major storm, is still considered a threat to Bermuda and a Tropical Storm Warning is in effect.A

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Teddy: winds to rise this evening | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda News

September 20, 2020

Bermuda should expect winter storm conditions over the next two days as Hurricane Teddy passes to the east.Winds of more than 20mph are forecast for this afternoon, rising to 40mph by this evening. Sustained winds of 57mph are forecast for early tomorrow, with peak gusts of 75mph lasting until noon.Hurricane Teddy, which remains a major storm, is still considered a threat to Bermuda and a Tropical Storm Warning is in effect.At 6am today, Teddy was forecast to pass 138 miles to the ea

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Teddy awareness: what the public need to know | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda News

September 20, 2020

The public were warned to be prepared for the approach of Hurricane Teddy and follow safety advice to protect their homes and families.Bermuda is expected to avoid the worst of the storm, but the Emergency Measures Organisation said people should still take precautions.• The Emergency Broadcast radio station is on 100.1FM. The EMO can be contacted at 295-0011. The ambulance service, fire, police and marine rescue are on 911 and Belco is on 955.• Members of the public sh