Local News From Every Source
| Daniel Augustus competed on the Pros Fore Pros Tour in Las Vegas at the Golf Boulder City Golf Course. He came off the course after two rounds T36th following his first round 1-over par 73, and a second round 3-over par 75. Augustus’ first round scorecard showed him with 5 birdies, 10 pars, 2 bogeys, […]
|
| The companies of AG Holdings Limited, AIRCARE, iEPC and iFM, recently supported the Bermuda Conference YPD annual food drive to assist seniors in need. Staff from across the group of companies bought food which was donated to the Bermuda Conference YPD and distributed to seniors in partnership with Age Concern.” AG Holdings President Judith Uddin […]
|
| Bermuda’s Shelby Madeiros and her Siena Women’s Tennis teammates recently won their second straight match of the season as they picked up a 6-1 victory over the Hofstra Pride at Central Park in Schenectady. Freshman Madeiros won her first collegiate matchup at the #4 Singles spot, defeating Simran Desai by a score of 6-0, 6-3. […]
|
| Delray Rawlins and Sussex resumed their LV= Insurance County Championship – Group 3 match against Glamorgan at the Sophia Gardens, Cardiff. Day Two saw Sussex begin on 99/0, a total of 186 behind Glamorgan’s first-inning total of 285 all out. Live video below: Related Stories Video: Rawlins & Sussex vs Lancashire Video: Delray Rawlins On […]
|
| One person has been arrested in connection with the fire at Pigs Field playground, the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “Investigations into the recent spate of fires in Pembroke Parish are still ongoing.” Detective Inspector Derricka Burns stated: “Officers from the Criminal Investigations Department, have conducted a number of enquiries into these incidents. […]
|
| Island Boat Club – a boat membership program — has expanded its fleet with the purchase of a Scout 195 Sportfish boat. A spokesperson said, “The club made the decision in response to an uptick in interest and member registration over the past month. The 20ft centre console joins the club’s two Axopar 28 T-Tops to round […]
|
| The Executive Committee of the International Island Games Association [IIGA] held its Spring Meeting virtually on Saturday [April 10]. A spokesperson said, “In view of the obvious challenge created by the ongoing pandemic the meeting were held digitally. During the meeting it was confirmed that the Annual General Meeting of the Association will take place […]
|
| The BTA, SailGP Community Steering Committee and ad agency AAC-PTIX have created “Cedar + Sail,” which is described as a “unique interactive campaign that drives awareness surrounding Bermuda’s maritime history using a modern day approach.” A SailGP spokesperson said, “The arrival of SailGP’s Season 2 opener in Bermuda is a fitting global platform to bring […]
|
| April 15 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,594.91, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 59 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories ‘Active And Significant Year For The BSX’ MIH Acquires 100% Ownership Of The […]
|
Under the PUBLIC HEALTH (COVID-19 EMERGENCY POWERS) (STAY AT HOME) REGULATIONS 2021, registered commercial farmers and licensed fishermen are not required to work from home and therefore they can tend to their crops and catch fish.
| [Updated with comment from Government] A petition was started today — attaining over 2,000 signatures in under 5 hours — asking the Bermuda Government to “allow people to buy from farm and fisherman stalls” during the Stay At Home period, which began on Tuesday. This follows after a local farming business posted on social media […]
|
| XBTO International donated $50,000 to support the Bermuda Hospitals Board’s Covid-19 Vaccination Clinic, saying they are “delighted to be able to make a difference in the national fight against Covid-19.” A spokesperson said, “XBTO International, a world leader in cryptofinance, have donated $50,000 today towards the cost of running the Bermuda Hospitals Board’s vaccination clinic. […]
|
| The Government has “been inundated with exemption requests” and “the vast majority of these requests will not be approved” and we “must recognize that we are under a Stay at Home Order for a reason.” This was from Health Minister Kim Wilson, who in releasing tonight’s test results said, “Another important note, with community transmission – […]
|
Premier the Hon. David Burt, JP, MP and Deputy Premier the Hon. Walter Roban, JP, MP today joined an emergency meeting of the Caricom Heads of Government, convened to receive the latest reports on the continuing impact of the eruption of La Soufriere on the Island of St. Vincent.
The Ministry of Health received 1,528 test results since the last update, and 37 were positive for the coronavirus, yielding a test positivity rate of 2.4%
• One of the new cases is classified as imported by a non-resident who arrived on British Airways BA 159 from London on 30 March 2021 and tested positive on their Day 14 test
• 19 of the new cases are classified as local transmission with known contact as associated with known cases.
| The Ministry received 1,528 test results since the last update, and 37 were positive for the coronavirus — one classified as imported, 19 as local transmission with known contact, and 17 as under investigation – so there are now 866 active cases, of which 42 people are in hospital with five in ICU. The island […]
|
| Winnie Oatley recently celebrated her 103rd birthday by planting a cedar tree on Trunk Island in Harrington Sound, the Bermuda Zoological Society’s [BZS] “Living Classroom”. A spokesperson said, “When centenarian Winnie Oatley turned 103 in February, her grandsons Kevin, Stephen, Robert and Geoff Blee marked the occasion by planting a cedar tree on Trunk Island […]
|
| Bermuda will commit $50,000 to assist St. Vincent as the island nation deals with a volcanic eruption, with the Government saying that we have a “moral imperative to play our part in the regional and international effort to help.” A Government spokesperson said, “Premier the Hon. David Burt, JP, MP and Deputy Premier the Hon. […]
|
| Raleigh Bermuda is offering its thanks to community members who purchased diapers, food, and formula for donation over the Easter holiday. A spokesperson said, “On March 31, 2021, Raleigh Bermuda appealed to the community for donations for the Alumni Relief Programme and received an overwhelming response of donations from the community. “Raleigh Bermuda would like […]
|
| The RA fee increase, as mandated by the RA, will be applied to bills beginning on May 1st, BELCO advised today. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] has advised customers that the Bermuda Regulatory Authority [RA] announced on Wednesday, April 14 that electricity fees paid to the RA [‘RA fee’] will temporarily […]
|
| 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 […]
|
| Friday, April 16 is expected to see cloudy, showers/rain become more frequent by evening, with the high to be near 21°C/70°F and the low to be near 18°C/64°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 78%. Sunrise will be at 6.49am and […]
|
| The official Government and Legal notices for today [April 15] include notice of a grant of bulk generation licence. Notice Of Grant Of Bulk Generation Licence Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN0338/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication Date: 15 April 2021 Notice Of Grant Of Bulk Generation […]
|
The Ministry of Transport can confirm that bus service has resumed today (April 15, 2021).
Buses are currently following the Sunday schedule with additional runs in the morning and evening during the Stay-at-Home order and will resume regular service once the SAH has ended.
Minister of Transport, the Hon. Lawrence Scott, JP MP, encourages the public to stay at home in line with the mandatory Government order and to only utilise the Bermuda bus service if necessary.
The Transport Control Department wishes to remind the public that their offices will be closed to walk-in customers during the Stay-at-Home order.
Individuals whose vehicles will expire during this period are encouraged to first renew their insurance policy and then re-license their vehicle(s) online at etcd.gov.bm.
Education Reform for the Bermuda Public School System continues this week with the launch of the engagement process to determine signatures for the first two senior signature schools. The Ministry of Education is inviting the general public to weigh in and provide their input and feedback during an engaging consultation on proposed signatures senior schools.
| A petition was started today — attaining over 2,000 signatures in under 5 hours — asking the Bermuda Government to “allow people to buy from farm and fisherman stalls” during the Stay At Home period, which began on Tuesday. The petition says, “The Bermuda Shelter in Place regulations allow farmers and fishermen to continue to […]
|
| Leonard Williams has been named one of Destinations International’s 2021 30 Under 30 recipients. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] is thrilled to announce that Leonard Williams has been named one of Destinations International’s 2021 30 Under 30 recipients. “Williams, Experience Satisfaction Coordinator, has been employed with the BTA since 2016. The 26-year-old has […]
|
| There is a fake email circulating purporting to be from the Minister of Health which is attempting to seek personal information from people. A Government spokesperson said, “The Government of Bermuda is advising the public that it is aware of a Phishing email circulating, purporting to be from the Minister of Health. “The email indicates […]
|
| There is a fake email circulating purporting to be from the Minister of Health which is attempting to seek personal information from people. A Government spokesperson said, “The Government of Bermuda is advising the public that it is aware of a Phishing email circulating, purporting to be from the Minister of Health. “The email indicates […]
|
| The Ministry of Transport confirmed that bus service resumed today [April 15] and urged people “to stay at home in line with the mandatory Government order and to only utilise the Bermuda bus service if necessary.” A spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Transport can confirm that bus service has resumed today [April 15, 2021]. “Buses […]
|
| The Ministry of Education is inviting the general public to provide feedback during a consultation on proposed signatures senior schools. A Government spokesperson said, “Education Reform for the Bermuda Public School System continues this week with the launch of the engagement process to determine signatures for the first two senior signature schools. The Ministry of […]
|
| The Transport Control Department is reminding the public “that their offices will be closed to walk-in customers during the Stay-at-Home order.” A spokesperson said, “Individuals whose vehicles will expire during this period are encouraged to first renew their insurance policy and then re-license their vehicle[s] online at etcd.gov.bm.” “Customers who experience problems re-licensing their vehicle[s] […]
|
| SailGP applied for exemptions to continue their operations during the ‘Stay at Home’ order, and “today these exemptions have been granted,” the organisation said, adding that the “on-water safety trials and training, that are vital to ensure the safety of all competitors in the event next weekend, will resume this afternoon on the Great Sound.” […]
|