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| Aiming to provide the community with a look at Bermuda’s natural beauty each morning, Bernews features a “Photo of the Day” in our email newsletters and on social media seven days a week. Judging by the number of reader’s “likes”, the month’s most popular photos included a photo of a humpback whale, the Port Royal Golf Course, […]
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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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Laurel Burns:
Thank you, Minister, for the opportunity to provide some supporting remarks.
Through Learning First, the Ministry of Education has begun to work with teams of teachers and principals, and engage with students and parents, businesses and community organisations, to begin to develop the curriculum and the model of teaching and learning that will enable each and every learner to have an education that meets their unique needs, talents and passions.
Good Morning and thank you for coming.
Today I will provide information on the transformative work that the Ministry of Education has been undertaking in carrying out the Government’s commitment to phase out middle schools and introduce signature schools.
The Minister of Health, the Hon. Kim Wilson, JP, MP, today stated, “The Ministry of Health is aware of an email purporting to be from Department of Health Bermuda which is currently circulating in the community stating that the Government has issued a STAY AT HOME order. This image is clearly false. The public is urged not to forward messages that are not credible. Official information from the Government is always shared through a press conference or a press release.
| Thursday, April 1 is expected to see early sunny breaks possible, a few showers develop by evening, with the high to be near 22°C/72°F and the low to be near 19°C/67°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 82%. Sunrise will be […]
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| The Family Centre “is experiencing more than a 50 percent increase in calls and requests for therapeutic services as families” amid the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. A spokesperson said, “Families in Bermuda are feeling the pinch in many ways.” Family Centre Executive Director Dr. Sandy De Silva said, “Family Centre is experiencing more than a 50 […]
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| Somersfield Academy announced the appointment of Peter Howe as their next Head of School. A spokesperson said, “Following a rigorous global search, Somersfield Academy is pleased to announce the appointment of Peter Howe as its next Head of School. Carlos Symonds, the incumbent Head of School, will be retiring in July 2021 after a rich […]
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| The Ministry said they are aware of an email circulating claiming that the Government has issued a ‘Stay at Home’ order and said it is “clearly false” and urged people to please not “forward messages that are not credible.” The Minister of Health Kim Wilson stated, “The Ministry of Health is aware of an email […]
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| The Bermuda Tourism Authority has announced the appointment of Bermudian Charles H. Jeffers II, to the post of Chief Executive Officer. The BTA said, “Jeffers, a twenty-six-year veteran of the destination marketing industry, was hired through a global search to fill the leadership role left vacant following Kevin Dallas’ departure in February 2020. “Charles Jeffers […]
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| [Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [March 31] with the list indicating that there are fourteen bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.00pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 14 runs cancelled this morning, 16 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]
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| Next week, the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] will host ‘Voyages @ Sea,’ a series of 40-minute interactive presentations, featuring fun activities designed to engage kids. A spokesperson said, “At 10am on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, April 5th, 7th and 9th, the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI], will host ‘Voyages @ Sea,’ a series of […]
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| The City of Hamilton advises the public that “there will be no trash collection within the City limits on Good Friday [April 2] or Easter Sunday [April 4].” A spokesperson said, “City refuse will be collected on Saturday morning [April 3] for bars and restaurants and on Saturday evening there will be a scaled down […]
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| The Hamilton Princess & Beach Club has announced a slate of new to-go menus, which they said were “perfect for those looking to shake-up their takeout routine during the latest pandemic restrictions.” A spokesperson said, “Those wanting to celebrate Easter Sunday this weekend with a traditional brunch, without having to go out, need look no […]
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| The Bermuda Professional Golfers Association [BPGA] has voted unanimously to posthumously recognize Louis Rafael ‘Kid’ Corbin as a Bermuda PGA ‘Class A’ Golf Professional. A spokesperson said, “April 1, 2021 marks the 70th anniversary of the death of Louis Rafael ’Kid’ Corbin of St. George’s, Bermuda. “Thanks to Dr. Jeffrey Sammons, Professor of History at […]
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| There “will be service disruptions at its Mills Creek Mail Processing Centre” so all “local mail processing has been relocated to the General Post Office,” officials said today. A Government spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Post Office [BPO] is advising that there will be service disruptions at its Mills Creek Mail Processing Centre. “All local mail […]
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| “We will use every legal option at our disposal to protect our democratically elected system,” Hamilton Mayor Charles Gosling said, adding that “we believe that there are a number of grounds on which we could launch an appeal.” A spokesperson said, “The Corporation of Hamilton has today received a decision from the Supreme Court of […]
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| BELCO is advising the public to “exercise caution when flying kites around the island.” “When most people think of kite flying, they might think of the tradition of making a paper kite and a fun activity,” stated Shelly Leman, Managing Director of Transmission, Distribution and Retail. “What might not be immediately at the forefront of their […]
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| The Cabinet Office advised that “the flag on the grounds of the Cabinet Building, is being flown at half mast today in remembrance of Mr. Kenneth Richardson CVO, CBE, JP, Bermuda’s first Black Secretary to the Cabinet. “Mr. Richardson, whose private funeral service is today, served in the post from 1984 to 1993. On behalf of […]
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| [Updated] The Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service have extinguished yet another fire, this one located on St Augustine Lane early this morning. A BFRS spokesperson said, “On Wednesday March 31, 2021 at 4:10am the Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service dispatch center received a report of a confirmed structural fire on St Augustine Lane. “One appliances […]
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The Cabinet Office advised that the flag on the grounds of the Cabinet Building, is being flown at half mast today in remembrance of Mr. Kenneth Richardson CVO, CBE, JP, Bermuda’s first Black Secretary to the Cabinet. Mr. Richardson, whose private funeral service is today, served in the post from 1984 to 1993.
“On behalf of the Government and people of Bermuda, we extend our sincere condolences to Mrs. Brenda Richardson and the entire family.”
| In an effort to offer clients access to healthier food alternatives, Bermudian personal trainer Kai Peters has provided a recipe for low-fat fish cakes in light of the upcoming Easter holiday. A spokesperson said, “Throughout the pandemic, Bermudian personal trainer Kai Peters has continued to support his clients virtually, overcoming the limitations and restrictions of […]
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| Information Commissioner Gitanjali Gutierrez issued Decision 03/2021 in regards to the Department of Immigration. A spokesperson said, “On 19 March 2021, Information Commissioner Gitanjali Gutierrez issued Decision 03/2021, Department of Immigration. The Information Commissioner found the Department did not respond to the Applicant’s request for an internal review within the 6-week timeline prescribed by the […]
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| Tiara DeRosa represented Mississippi Valley State University at the Al Schmidt Bulldog Relays. DeRosa competed in the Women’s Shot Put finishing 8th with a top toss of 12.35m. She recorded one legal throw which came on her third attempt. During the Women’s Discus Throw, DeRosa finished 3rd with a top toss of 45.77m. DeRosa began […]
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| The Bermuda Fire & Service have extinguished yet another fire, this one located on St Augustine Hill. A BFRS spokesperson said, “On Wednesday March 31, 2021 at 4:10am the Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service dispatch center received a report of a confirmed structural fire on St Augustine Hill. “One appliances from Hamilton Station and one […]
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| The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [March 31] with the list indicating that there are fourteen bus runs cancelled so far today. Related Stories Minibus Operators: It’s Not Financially Viable Govt: Bus Service Resumes On Wednesday Asphalt Resurfacing At Hamilton Bus Terminal DPT Contracts Eight Minibuses To Assist Update On […]
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| In the sixth of a new weekly series, Bernews’ latest ‘Wallpaper Wednesday’ offering is a cheerful Easter egg themed phone lock screen design which incorporates the Bermudiana, Bermuda’s national flower. The design below is also available here as a Facebook and Twitter profile cover image, and you can check back on Bernews every Wednesday for our […]
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| During March, Bernews posted over 200 videos across our various social networks and our dedicated video website Bernews.TV, and the most viewed videos for the month included Desta Wilson singing, a car fire, Government’s Covid-19 press conferences, the supposed protest at Cabinet Grounds and more. As far as Facebook videos, the most viewed for the […]
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| The Cruise Lines International Association — which represents most major cruise lines — called on the U.S. CDC to “allow for the planning of a phased resumption of cruise operations from U.S. ports by the beginning of July.” The CLIA website said, “CLIA, which represents 95% of global ocean-going cruise capacity, today called on the […]
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| March 30 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,604.04, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 58 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 […]
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The Minister of National Security, Renee Ming expressed concern about today’s shooting incident in St. George’s saying, “Regrettably we had a firearms incident in the midst of our Country’s fight against the latest Covid-19 outbreak.
“My thoughts are with the victim, his family and everyone who has been impacted by this act of anti-social behaviour. Gun violence has no place in our neighbourhoods, and this incident is extremely concerning, particularly because our people are already weary and anxious at having to deal with the current pandemic challenges we face.”
Good Evening Bermuda,
I am disappointed to have to start today’s press conference with the announcement of a shooting in St. George this afternoon. A male was shot and injured – his injuries do not appear to be life-threatening at this time. Minister Renee Ming and the Bermuda Police Service are issuing statements on this incident, provide further details.
Good afternoon.
The Ministry of Health received 1036 test results since the last update, and 21 were positive for COVID-19.
Ten of the new cases are classified as local transmission with known contact as they are associated with known cases.
The additional eleven new cases are classified as under investigation. These cases are among residents with no currently identified link to other known cases or history of travel in the past 14 days.
Additionally, since the last update, there were no recoveries.