The Mirrors Programme’s 7th Annual Art & Digital Competition

“The 7th Annual Mirrors Student Art and Digital Competition is now accepting submissions until Friday, June 23rd. This year we are asking young artists to submit artwork in response to the theme, ‘My Happy Place,’” said Ms. Jeanene Todd, Programme Manager for The Mirrors Programme. 

“The competition is open to Primary, Middle, and Senior School students. Entries should be delivered to the Masterworks Museum no later than 5 pm on Friday, June 23rd, to be featured in the exhibit between June 30th – July 25th, 2023.” 

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Hilton Hill Diabetes Centre Official Opening

Good afternoon.

I am pleased to be here today for the official opening of the Hilton Hill Diabetes Centre.

The Bermuda Diabetes Association (BDA) has significantly impacted so many people in Bermuda. They have led our community to reduce the prevalence of diabetes.

Expanding your premises has allowed the BDA to create a purpose-built facility in the heart of North Hamilton which can support your growing programs and services to persons with diabetes or who are at risk.

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Foster Bermuda’s Future: Remarks by Minister of Social Development and Seniors

Good day, Bermuda,

During May we celebrate Foster Care Month, and today the Ministry of Social Development and Seniors and the Department of Child and Family Services are delighted to present a campaign of love, ‘Foster Bermuda’s Future’.

Firstly, I want to thank the Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) for helping to organize the ‘Foster Bermuda’s Future’ awareness campaign.

Under the authority of The Children Act 1998, DCFS is responsible for all child protection matters pertaining to young people ranging from newborns up until the age of eighteen (18).

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Foster Bermuda’s Future: Remarks by Foster Care Coordinator, Department of Child & Family Services

Good day, Bermuda,

Thank you, Minister, for shining a light on Foster Care in Bermuda.

The Department of Child & Family Services has been observing Foster Care Month for over 20 years.

This year, we wanted to do something different with our recruitment drive, so we created ‘Foster Bermuda’s Future’ to spread awareness.

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Video: “Foster Bermuda’s Future” Campaign

Minister of Social Development & Seniors Tinee Furbert and Foster Care Coordinator Selena Simons held a press conference this morning [May 11] to discuss the “Foster Bermuda’s Future” awareness campaign. Minister Furbert said, “During May we celebrate Foster Care Month, and today the Ministry of Social Development and Seniors and the Department of Child and Family […]
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Photos: Students Take Part In ‘Climate Classroom’

Over 180 Bermuda students took part in an immersive learning experience — the “The Climate Classroom” — at BIOS. A spokesperson said, “A new collaboration between BIOS and the Overview Collective provided an exciting educational opportunity for Bermudian students called The Climate Classroom. With support from lead sponsor HSBC, over 180 students participated in this gamified […]
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May 17: BZS To Hold Free Lecture On Seahorses

The Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] will be holding a free virtual lecture series on Bermuda’s seahorses on Wednesday, May 17th. Presenters include Kate Cooper & Jessica Kehrli, BAMZ Aquarists, and Jessica Young, Edward Dawson and Deanna Friesen from Warwick Academy. The lecture will “provide update on Bermuda’s seahorse population from The Warwick Academy Seahorse Project.[The […]
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Photos: Opening Of Hilton Hill Diabetes Centre

The Minister of Health, Kim Wilson attended the official opening of the Hilton Hill Diabetes Centre on Princess Street in Hamilton. A Government spokesperson said, “Yesterday, the Minister of Health, Kim Wilson, JP, MP, attended the official opening of the Hilton Hill Diabetes Centre, 22 Princess Street, Hamilton. “Expanding the premises has allowed the Bermuda […]
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BFA Does Not Renew Lightbourne’s Contract

The BFA confirmed that they “decided not to renew the contracts of the senior men’s national team coaching staff” and said they “express our utmost thanks and appreciation to Kyle Lightbourne and his staff.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] is committed to achieving its strategic goals by continuously improving the structure and […]
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BTA: “Figures Indicate Continued Recovery”

Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] announced today that “the latest tourism figures indicate continued recovery in the industry.” A spokesperson said, “Leisure air arrivals up 88.1% compared to 2022. Canada’s year-over-year visitation saw an increase of 296%. With the removal of their COVID-19 entry protocols, ease of travel allowed the BTA to reengage this market through […]
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Water & Wastewater Consultation Phase II

“We have received initial feedback from stakeholders, and now we look forward to getting broader input on the proposed recommendations,” said Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch, as the Ministry launches the second phase of consultation over the regulatory structure governing water and wastewater. A Government spokesperson said, “With the assistance of water regulatory […]
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