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| With an aim to elevate our coverage of the hurricane season, Bernews has teamed up with Glenn Jones for a ‘Stay Ready Storm’ feature, which is set to begin with a live broadcast at 8.00pm on Wednesday, June 16th. While better known in recent years for his role with the BTA, Glenn has years of […]
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| Miller has announced the appointment of Erik Manning as Head of ILS. A spokesperson said, “Miller, a leading independent specialist [re]insurance broker, today announces the appointment of Erik Manning as Head of ILS. Manning is due to commence his role in Q3 2021, subject to approval by the Bermuda Department of Immigration, and will report […]
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| National Dance Company Wales [NDCW] has appointed four new trustees to its board, including Bermudian Krystal Lowe. A report on the NDCWales website said, “National Dance Company Wales is delighted to announce the appointment of four new trustees. “Cathryn Allen, Martin Hylton, Krystal S. Lowe and Tupac Martir join the board with immediate effect and […]
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| STEP Bermuda will be holding a free STEP Talk webinar today [June 10 ] on ‘Practical Strategies for US-Connected Trusts,’ with the presentation to feature Giev Askari, Senior Wealth Planner, HSBC Private Banking. A spokesperson said, “STEP Bermuda, in association with the Business Bermuda Development Agency [BBDA] and the Bermuda Association of Licensed Trustees [BALT], […]
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| A large number of local events have been cancelled over the past year, and local event organizers said they “have looked on as Bermuda played host to a slew of large-scale events on behalf of international bodies,” and they are “very concerned” and explained they are “ready, willing and able to work with the Bermuda […]
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| Additional yachts have crossed the finish line in the Bermuda One-Two Yacht Race, which started in Newport, Rhode Island and finished off the east end of Bermuda. The second boat across the line in the race — Kiwi Spirit II — finished at 1:33am, with Gryphon Solo finishing at 1:41am. At 7:30am, Reveille crossed the […]
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| Richard and Rebecca Wilson said the extent of their gratitude for the work of hospital staff in the fight against Covid-19 cannot be sufficiently expressed in words, so the local couple donated $2,500 to nurses in May in an effort to convey their feelings. They presented BHB Chief of Nursing Judy Richardson with the donation, […]
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| The MTM Summer Bowl 2021 continued at the Fairmont Southampton Tennis Courts, with members of the Bermuda Davis Cup team taking to the court. All eyes were on the court as the tournament number 1 seed Tariq Simons took on his David Cup teammate James Finnigan. Finnigan would advance with a straight-sets victory 7-6, 6-2, […]
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| The Bermuda Karting Club’s 2020-2021 National Race Season has come to an end, and the overall division point standings are below. Scott Barnes captured the L206 Senior Class title with 702 points, while 567 points saw Nile Bean win the Tag Junior title. Barnes also captured the Tag Senior Class title with 617 points, while […]
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| In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, Somers Limited announced share repurchases and total shares in issue. The filing stated: “Somers Limited, a financial services investment holding company, announces that during the month of May 2021, Somers purchased 500 of its own common shares [the “Shares”] at an average cost of $17.00 per share. […]
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| SailGP has released the first episode of the second season of their “SailGP: Racing On The Edge” documentary series entitled The Bermuda Crash, with the episode highlighting the crash between the United States and Japan during the Bermuda Sail Grand Prix. The video description says, “In our first episode covering Season 2, we look back […]
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| June 9 saw 3,130 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $73,192.50 BD. 30 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing even at $37.50 per share, while another 3,100 shares were traded by BF&M Ltd, closing at an even $23.25 per share. The BSX finished at 2,569.33, even on the […]
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The Ministry of Health received 1698 test results since the last update, and zero (0) were positive for COVID-19. This gives a test positivity rate of 0.0%.
Additionally, there was one (1) recovery and no deaths.
There are currently seven (7) active cases, of which;
• Seven (7) are under public health monitoring and;
• None are in the hospital.
Since March 2020, Bermuda has recorded 2497 total confirmed cases of COVID-19; out of those, 2457 persons have recovered, and sadly, 33 COVID related deaths
The source of all cases is as follows:
| The Ministry received 1698 test results and zero were positive for Covid-19, and there are now seven active cases and no one is in the hospital due to Covid-19. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health received 1698 test results since the last update, and zero [0] were positive for Covid-19. This gives a […]
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| Dr. Henry Dowling, Dr. Amne Osseyran, Dr. Ayeesha Peets-Talbot, Dr. Amani Flood and Dr. Kuni Frith are joining Bernews this evening [June 9] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series. All are involved in a new series — entitled “Beyond the Pandemic” — which is being billed as “an eye-opening local […]
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| [Opinion column written by the OBA’s Dwayne Robinson] Time and time again this Government has been called out for selective enforcement of Covid regulations, and selective event exemptions. The Premier and his Government have had a slew of public relations missteps including last year’s restaurant debacle, the controversial construction exemption, and subsequent opening celebration. They may […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [June 9] include Draft Bermuda Plan 2018, acting appointments, and notice of intended marriages. The Bermuda Plan 2018 Notice 2021 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN0474/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Planning Publication Date: 09 June 2021 Government Of Bermuda Ministry Of […]
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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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“Very concerning and extremely disappointing,” said the Minister of National Security, Renee Ming regarding the many videos, social media posts and messages circulating highlighting yesterday’s REVOLVE boat event.
The Ministry of Labour will host an online panel discussion entitled “Bullying and Sexual harassment in the Workplace” on Thursday, 10 June at 6:00 p.m. live on Facebook, YouTube and CITV.
| Thursday, June 10 is expected to see sunny start, some cloud bubbling up later, showers to east, with the high to be near 28°C/82°F and the low to be near 24°C/75°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 71%. Sunrise will be […]
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| The Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] has announced the resumption of stereotactic biopsy service today [June 9]. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] is pleased to announce the resumption of stereotactic biopsy [biopsies that are carried out using our mammography machine] service today. “The recent upgrade to the GE Pristina 3D mammography unit meant these […]
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| This afternoon [June 9] police and first responders were dispatched to a serious collision in Sandys parish. A police spokesperson said, “Around 3:20pm today [Wednesday, 9th June] police and fellow first responders were dispatched to a reported serious collision in Sandys parish. “Details are limited at this time. However, early information suggests that a car […]
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| [Updated] “Very concerning and extremely disappointing,” said the Minister of National Security Renee Ming regarding the “many videos, social media posts and messages circulating highlighting yesterday’s Revolve boat event.” While the Minister confirmed that a large group gathering exemption was granted to the organisers to host the event, she said “there were specific guidelines in […]
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| The City of Hamilton is inviting local artists to submit proposals for the “design and execution of the Washington Lane Mosaics Project.” A spokesperson said, “The Washington Lane Mosaics Project is part of the VIVID: City of Hamilton Public Art Initiative which aims to enliven various areas in the City of Hamilton by facilitating new […]
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| Footy Promotions announced that Jada Samuels has been appointed as their Women’s Futsal Coordinator. A spokesperson said, “Jada is a recent graduate from Thomas College. In which she studied Business and was a member of their Women’s Soccer Team. During her school breaks in Bermuda, Jada has been an assistant coach in our futsal programs.” […]
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| Pickleball is set to make its official tournament debut at the 2021 Deloitte Open in July, as the annual tournament will combine tennis and pickleball events for the first time. A spokesperson said, “The sport, which is one of the fastest growing in the US, is rapidly becoming adopted by locals looking to stay active. […]
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| Information Commissioner Gitanjali Gutierrez has been elected to the first Executive Committee for the International Conference of Information Commissioners [ICIC] after certification of the vote on May 10th. A spokesperson said, “Information Commissioner Gutierrez previously joined her colleagues to adopt the ICIC Charter in March 2019 in Johannesburg, South Africa. Since that time, Commissioner Gutierrez […]
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| “The images of what appears to be an illegal raft-up are not in compliance with the laws of Bermuda as raft-ups are not permitted,” Premier David Burt said, adding he has “asked the Minister of National Security to liaise with the Bermuda Police Service on this matter.” Premier Burt tweeted, “The images of what appears […]
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| Kaden Hopkins and his Equipo Essax competed in the GP Abimota Portugal race. Hopkins and the other competitors took part in the 197 kilometer Stage 1 and then the 160 kilometer Stage 2, with Hopkins finishing 96th overall clocking a time of 9:36:03. Tomas Contte clocked a winning time of 8:47:20, Rafael Reis was second […]
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| Harbour swimmer Sam Williamson competed in the British Swimming Glasgow Meet, and iver the three-day meet, Williamson, representing Mount Kelly school competed in six events in the junior part of the competition, achieving personal bests in all six events. In the 400m individual medley, Williamson swam a time of 4:37.88 taking almost eight seconds off […]
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Mr. Speaker, I move that, in accordance with sections 10 & 11 of the Development & Planning Act 1974, this Honourable House consider and approve “the Bermuda Plan 2018”.
| One Communications employees took part in the Relay For Life event, and raised $6,000 by walking, running, biking, and swimming 200 miles. “The initiative, which began on 24 May, originally challenged participants to cover 100 miles in two weeks, a target that was reached before the end of week one,” a spokesperson said. “Relay For […]
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| Bermuda’s Zeiko Lewis recorded an assist as his Charleston Battery team played to a 1-0 victory against the Loudoun United FC. The club’s match report said, “The Charleston Battery secured their first three points of the season Tuesday night in an 0-1 victory on the road over Loudoun United FC. Burke Fahling provided the lone […]
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| Now in its ninth year, ILS Bermuda’s annual Convergence event is scheduled for October 6, 2021 at the Hamilton Princess. Designed as a hyrbid experience, this will combine virtual sessions and limited live access to in-person panels, speakers, and networking opportunities. “In its new mixed digital and live format, Convergence 2021 will continue its examination […]
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