OBA calls for solutions to break the gang cycle
A gang-linked daytime shooting near the centre of St George’s last week in which a 22-year-old man was injured prompted a call from the Opposition for ’solutions to break the cycle’. Cole Simons, the …
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Dunkley criticises pace of Covid updates
The One Bermuda Alliance has criticised the pace of the Government’s updates on Covid-19 after a weekend of “depressing and grim” news on the pandemic. Michael Dunkley, the Shadow Minister of Health, …
Economic Investment Certificate Applications
| Applications for the new Economic Investment Certificate [EIC] have opened — which requires people to invest a minimum of $2.5 million to receive residency rights for five years — and the Bermuda Business Development Agency [BDA] is offering a concierge service to help “ease the process for prospective EIC applicants.” A Bermuda Business Development Agency spokesperson said, […]
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Calendar Format Returns With Interactive Pop-Up
| If you are seeking an easy one glance look at the new confirmed Covid-19 cases announced per day, the calendar format has returned on both Bernews and BermudaCovid.com, providing an easy means of viewing the new Covid-19 cases on the island each day via the BermudaCovid.com homepage and its own dedicated page. On BermudaCovid.com, the […]
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“Kids On The Reef” Programme Held Virtually
| Bermuda Zoological Society’s Kids On The Reef [KOTR] programme — sponsored by AXA XL — was held virtually due to the Island under lockdown last spring due to the Covid-19 pandemic. A spokesperson said, “Each Spring, for the past eight years, AXA XL has generously sponsored the Bermuda Zoological Society’s [BZS] Kids on the Reef […]
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Bermuda National Gallery Launches Virtual Tour
| The Bermuda National Gallery has partnered with Burnt House Productions to launch a new 360-degree immersive digital walkthrough of their current exhibitions, which allows visitors to explore the different galleries housed within BNG with the click of a mouse. “As Bermuda’s premiere arts institution, Bermuda National Gallery continually strives to find innovative ways to provide […]
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Nahki Wells Scores In 3-1 Loss To Coventry City
| Bermuda’s Nahki Wells scored for Bristol City as they played to a 3-1 loss against Coventry City today. The club’s match report said, “City were beaten away from home for the first time in five matches as Coventry City battled to a 3-1 victory at St Andrew’s Stadium. “Leo Østigård put the hosts ahead inside […]
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CDC upgrades Bermuda Covid status to Level 4
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention today changed Bermuda’s Covid status to very high. A spokeswoman for the US Consulate General said: “The CDC has adjusted the Travel Health Notice for…
“Key Skills For Post-Covid World” Webinar
| In collaboration with Performance Solutions Ltd, the Department of Workforce Development will be hosting a webinar entitled “Key Skills For Post-Covid World” on Thursday [April 8], with the event to be facilitated by Amrita Bhalla, Senior Human Resources Consultant, Performance Solutions Ltd. The event poster says, “In collaboration with Performance Solutions Ltd, the Department of […]
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Covid: U.S. CDC Moves Bermuda To “Level 4″
| The U.S. CDC has now moved Bermuda back to Level 4 which states there is a “Very High Level of Covid-19 in Bermuda” and advises that “travelers should avoid all travel to Bermuda.” A U.S. Consulate spokesperson said, “The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention [CDC] adjusted the Travel Health Notice for Bermuda, changing its […]
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OBA offers condolences to families of Covid victims
The leader of the One Bermuda Alliance, Cole Simons, today issued a statement offering condolences to the family and friends of those who died from Covid this weekend. Last night the Government announ…
Whale Watching Etiquette
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has received reports of reckless boaters and swimmers trying to get close to whales, endangering both the whales and themselves. Whales are wild animals and can be unpredictable, particularly if agitated.
Green Family Donate $100K To Vaccine Clinic
| The Green family have made a donation of $100,000 to support the Bermuda Hospitals Board’s Covid-19 Vaccination Clinic. “This donation comes following the Bermuda Hospitals Charitable Foundation’s recent appeal for donations to help cover a balance of funds needed to the tune of $222,000. While the fund has received generous donations from individuals, the appeal […]
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BEU Extends Condolences To Burch Family
| The Bermuda Entertainment Union expressed their condolences to the family of David “Papa D” Burch. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Entertainment Union are very saddened by the sudden loss of David ‘Papa D’ Burch, a talented musician and outspoken political activist. “He was the founder of the popular singing group, The Rainbows, which performed all […]
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BELCO Now Accepting Scholarship Applications
| BELCO advised that applications are now being accepted for the Company’s scholarship opportunities that are available to Bermudian students, with a number of different scholarships on offer valued up to $25,000 per year. A spokesperson said, “The scholarships will be awarded to prospective employees of the Company who will attend school and return to work at […]
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Union mourns loss of David W Burch
The Bermuda Entertainment Union mourned the loss of musician and political activist David W Burch, who died at the age of 75. A BEU spokesman highlighted Mr Burch’s long history as a performer. Mr Bur…
Green family donates $100,000 to support BHB vaccination clinic
The Green family has donated $100,000 to support Bermuda Hospitals Board’s Covid-19 Vaccination Clinic. The donation comes following the Bermuda Hospitals Charitable Foundation’s recent appeal for don…
Bermuda Day Race Registration Postponed
| The Bermuda Half Marathon Derby Committee has postponed the opening of the Bermuda Day race registration until May 1st, saying they will “reassess the situation at that time.” In an online post, the Bermuda Half Marathon Derby Committee said, “Please be advised that the Derby committee has made the decision to postpone the opening of […]
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Govt Issue Guidelines For Whale Watching
| The Department of Environment and Natural Resources said they have “received reports of reckless boaters and swimmers trying to get close to whales” and added that it is ”strongly recommended that members of the public do not swim with any whales.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Environment and Natural Resources [DENR] has received reports […]
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Reckless boaters, swimmers getting too close to whales
Reckless boaters and swimmers have been trying to get close to whales putting themselves and the animals in danger, according to the Department of Environment and Natural Resources. Now the public is …
Appeal Aims To Raise Funds For Injured Teen
| Friends of 16-year-old David Goonewardene have created a GoFundMe page to raise funds to cover medical expenses after the teenager suffered brain injuries as a result of a single vehicle collision on March 29. With an initial goal of raising $15,000, the effort has generated more than $61,000 in donations to date. The GoFundMe page […]
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Video: Christopher Scores For Towson University
| Bermudian footballer Nia Christopher scored for Towson University as they played to a 1 – 0 victory over Delaware. The school’s match report said, “The first career goal for Towson University women’s soccer freshman Nia Christopher stood up as the game-winning goal as the Tigers collected their first Colonial Athletic Association [CAA] win of the […]
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Watson-Brown Wins Winter Intrasquad Gold
| Flynn Watson-Brown recently concluded competing in the Baylor 2021 Winter Intrasquad Meet, hitting the pool twice on day two and setting record personal bests both times. Watson-Brown finished third competing in the Mixed 200 Yard Freestyle, touching the wall in a time of 1:53.30. He also won the Mixed 50 Yard Freestyle gold medal, clocking […]
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Ministry Update On Covid-19 In Schools
| The Minister of Education Diallo Rabain released the following statement to provide the public with an update on the impact of Covid-19 in our public schools. Minister Rabain stated, “Bermuda, as we continue to evaluate the evidence, the data, and the psychological impact of where we are as an island, we want to reassure you […]
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Sailing: Cooper Wins St. Mary’s Spring Opener
| Chase Cooper took to the water representing St. Mary’s College of Maryland Varsity Sailing to compete in the St. Mary’s Spring Opener. The two-conference regatta, sailed in the FJ boats, saw St. Mary’s College of Maryland seniors Cooper and his crew Sophie Taczak finish strong to land atop the podium in the combined division format […]
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Covid-19: Closures and changes to operating hours
The increase in Covid cases has caused a slew of closures. This list will be continuously updated: Bermuda Hospitals Board No visiting allowed for acute inpatient units at King Edward VII Memor…
Appeal to help with medical expenses for 16-year-old injured in crash
An appeal to help with medical expenses for a teenager left “fighting for his life” after a crash a week ago has raised $60,000 in just two days. Friends of 16-year-old David Goonewardewe, a sports-l…
Family fundraise for Kijani Burgess award
The mother of a teenager who died last year after a motorcycle accident is hoping to raise money to start a scholarship in honour of her son. Antoinette Burgess said that fundraising had started for t…
Premier welcomes step to address ‘longstanding inequity’
David Burt has joined campaigners in welcoming a plan to correct a legal anomaly which has prevented hundreds of people from obtaining British citizenship, even though they were born to a parent from …
Cake Shop staff undeterred by robbery
A popular Pembroke bakery where armed robbers struck on the eve of Good Friday stood strong over the Easter weekend. Owners of the Cake Shop on Curving Avenue shared via social media that they would b…
Birthday girl gives up presents to help people in need
A Warwick Academy primary student gave up birthday presents this year in favour of helping people in need. Sommer Barclay asked friends and family to give her toiletries for her eighth birthday which…
Powell Helps Trinity Win Non-Conference Opener
| Dylan Powell and his Trinity College Men’s Tennis teammates picked up a 6-3 victory over the visiting Connecticut College Camels in Non-Conference Men’s Tennis action at the Assaiante Center. Playing in the number one doubles position, Powell and Chris Bilicic defeated Julien Tien and Zak Danz 8 – 4. Powell, playing in the number three […]
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Outerbridge Competes In Wilton Wright Meet
| Ryan Outerbridge — representing Franklin Pierce University — competed in the Wilton Wright Invitational at the Jess Dow Field in Connecticut. Outerbridge took to the track for the men’s 3000m race, finishing 8th clocking a time of 9:12. Related Stories Armstrong Competes In Mustang Invitational Armstrong Competes In Winter Championships Morris Concludes In Adidas Championships […]
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Cycling: Kaden Hopkins Competes In Spain
| Kaden Hopkins and his Equipo Essax teammates competed in the Amorebieta 110.9 km Road Race on Easter Sunday in Spain. Mikel Retegi led home a group of 7 riders that were separated by 4 seconds, Retegi and Vincente Santamaria both had a time of 2:32.18, with Igor Lizarraga, Pau Delgado, and Angel Gonzalez all clocking […]
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Smith Competes In Moonlight Tour In Florida
| Camiko Smith was back on the golf course in Florida to compete on the Moonlight Tour. Playing on the West Orange Country Club Golf Course, Smith finished T24th after shooting a round of 3-over par 74. Tommy Cocha from Argentina and Chris Couch from Florida both shot 5-under par 66’s to finish on top of […]
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Video: Virtual eSailGP Championship To Be Held
| SailGP has launched the 2021 eSailGP Championship, with the winner of the virtual event to receive “an all-inclusive package to a SailGP event in 2022.” The SailGP website said. “Building on the success of the inaugural season, which saw more than 146,000 unique players take part across 55,783 individual races, fans will have a chance to […]
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Watson-Brown Competes In Winter Meet
| Flynn Watson-Brown competed in the Baylor 2021 Winter Intrasquad Meet. Watson-Brown made the podium two out of the three times in the pool on day one, which also saw him record three personal best times. Watson-Brown finished 3rd competing in the mixed 100 yard backstroke touching the wall in a personal best time of 1:00.19. […]
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COVID-19 update 4 April 2021
The Ministry of Health today confirmed that Bermuda has experienced two coronavirus related deaths over the weekend. This brings the number of COVID-19 deaths in Bermuda to 14.
Ministry of Education Update 4 April 2021
The Minister of Education, the Hon. Diallo Rabain, JP, MP, has this afternoon released the following statement to provide the public with an update as we navigate the impact of COVID-19 in our public schools.
Minister Rabain stated, “Bermuda, as we continue to evaluate the evidence, the data, and the psychological impact of where we are as an island, we want to reassure you that the safety and health of our students, school staff, parents, and the community at large remains our top priority.”
Government Services Impacted by New Restrictions and Current Coronavirus Outbreak, as at 4 April 2021
The Cabinet Office today provided an update on the government services impacted by the current coronavirus outbreak in the community.
A Cabinet Office spokesperson stated, “Today the Government is providing an update on the departments and services that are impacted by the current restrictions. Additionally, public officers who can work from home are working from home. The following departments are providing modified services to the general public.
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Schools saliva testing to be expanded
Routine saliva testing for the coronavirus is to be expanded in the island’s public school system, according to Diallo Rabain, the education minister. Mr Rabain said tonight that a pilot school testin…
Government Confirm Two Covid Related Deaths
| The Government has confirmed the extremely sad news that “Bermuda has experienced two coronavirus related deaths over the weekend.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health today confirmed that Bermuda has experienced two coronavirus related deaths over the weekend. This brings the number of COVID-19 deaths in Bermuda to 14.” The Minister of Health […]
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Two people die from Covid-19 this weekend
Two more people have died from Covid-19, the Health Minister announced tonight. It brings the island’s death toll from the illness to 14. Kim Wilson, the health minister, said she was “deeply saddened…
Government updates on services impacted by Covid outbreak
Cabinet Office tonight provided an update on the government services impacted by the current coronavirus outbreak. A Cabinet Office spokesperson stated: “Today the Government is providing an update on…
BHB says it is ready for surge in Covid patients
Bosses at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital say they are prepared for a surge in Covid-19 cases – after 18 patients were admitted over the weekend. And Bermuda Hospitals Board tonight urged families …
Morris Wins Three Medals At Relay Meet
| Sanaa Rae Morris competed in the IMG Relay Carnival Track Meet, making an excellent showing to win a total of three medals. Morris finished 3rd in the heat 3 of the women’s 100m clocking a time of 12.45, which also saw her finish 3rd overall. She also ran the anchor leg for the IMG Academy […]
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BHB: ‘We Need Community To Play Their Part’
| The Bermuda Hospitals Board urged “families to ensure their loved ones who are in hospital go home as soon as they are medically fit to do so,” noted that “none of the people admitted to KEMH are fully vaccinated” and also said they are prepared and are managing right now, but “need the community to […]
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Weather Forecast For Monday April 5
| Monday, April 5 is expected to be windy, with the high to be near 19°C/67°F and the low to be near 16°C/60°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be W. The relative humidity is expected to be near 75%. Sunrise will be at 7:02am and sunset will be at 7:41pm. High […]
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Crichlow Tied For 2nd In Concacaf Scoring
| Inside Caribbean Football provided a chart of the leading goalscorers so far in the Concacaf World Cup Qualifiers, with Bermuda’s Kane Crichlow – who scored once against Canada and twice against Aruba — tied for second place. Cyle Larin from Canada is the leading goalscorer with 4 goals, three of them came in the first game […]
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Rego Concludes Competing In WEF Series
| Cody Rego would once again see action in the 2021 World Equestrian Federation’s Wellington Ag. Services CSI 4* / 2* Horse Jumping event in Wellington, Florida. During the Training Jumper 1.0m [Table II] Class, Rego and For Asgard finished 22nd, they clocked a time of 80.056, but they also had 9 penalty fault points. Related […]
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