News

Bernews / News

Dept Of Social Insurance Telephone Issues

“The Department of Social Insurance is aware that customers are having difficulty contacting us by telephone,” the Government advised. A Government spokesperson said, “While the matter is being addressed please contact our team via these email addresses: “1. For billing enquiries, to obtain your social insurance number and contribution-related matters SIContributions@gov.bm “”2. For all benefit-related […]
Dept Of Social Insurance Telephone Issues Read More
Bernews / News

BHA Thanks Minister Hayward & Immigration Dept

The  Bermuda Hotel Association has thanked the Minister and Department of Immigration for their “timely processing and approval of the annual work permit renewal submissions A spokesperson said, “The Board of Directors and Members of the Bermuda Hotel Association wish to publicly acknowledge and to thank the Minister of Economy and Labour, the Hon. Jason P. […]
BHA Thanks Minister Hayward & Immigration Dept Read More
Bernews / News

‘May Hold Ordinary Municipal Elections’ In May

“Given these circumstances, we believe the equitable course of action is to allow both of our municipal bodies to proceed with their elections providing for officeholders to serve for two years instead of the customary three years, pending the Privy Council’s ruling,” said Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch. A Government spokesperson said, “The […]
‘May Hold Ordinary Municipal Elections’ In May Read More
Bernews / News

Mussenden, Hardy Inducted As Honorary Fellows

Larry Mussenden and Peter Hardy were inducted into the Company of Honorary Fellows of Bermuda College, with the black tie induction ceremonies and dinner held at the Coco Reef Hotel and Resort. Minister of Education Diallo Rabain; Bermuda College President Dr. Duranda Greene; Larry Mussenden; Peter Hardy; Chairman of the Company of Honorary Fellows Randolph […]
Mussenden, Hardy Inducted As Honorary Fellows Read More
Bernews / News

AFAR Highlights Reasons To Visit Bermuda

AFAR has featured Bermuda in an article highlighting “4 reasons why Bermuda should be your next spring destination.” The featured reasons include “Bermuda’s trove of history,” the island’s “connection with the drinks you love,” our “ample seafood specialties,” and “of course, the beaches.” The AFAR website said, “In 2023, you get an extra reason to […]
AFAR Highlights Reasons To Visit Bermuda Read More
Bernews / News

Mpox Vaccine Interest Form Now Available

“The Ministry of Health is considering vaccinating individuals at higher risk of Mpox exposure,” announced Minister of Health, Kim Wilson. “To gauge community interest, we have created an optional survey interest form. Starting today and for the next two weeks, Bermuda residents can complete the interest form for the Mpox vaccine, JYNNEOS, by visiting https://forms.gov.bm/MPoxSurvey/” […]
Mpox Vaccine Interest Form Now Available Read More
Government / News

Grey Seal Continuing to Improve at BAMZ

The Ministry of Home Affairs is pleased to advise that the grey seal pup continues to respond to treatment, and its condition is improving.

The BAMZ team are cautiously optimistic as the seal remains in critical but stable condition. The seal’s appetite has improved, and he can navigate his enclosure for short periods and natural bodily functions to remove waste are returning, which is a good sign.

While many of its symptoms are slowly resolving and likely resulting from exhaustion, BAMZ is presently investigating a nasal discharge.

Grey Seal Continuing to Improve at BAMZ Read More
Government / News

Mpox Vaccine Interest Form is Now Available

“The Ministry of Health is considering vaccinating individuals at higher risk of Mpox exposure,” announced Minister of Health, Kim Wilson, JP, MP. “To gauge community interest, we have created an optional survey interest form. Starting today and for the next two weeks, Bermuda residents can complete the interest form for the Mpox vaccine, JYNNEOS, by visiting https://forms.gov.bm/MPoxSurvey/”

Mpox Vaccine Interest Form is Now Available Read More
Bernews / News

Video: Seal ‘Showing Improvement In Condition’

After being rescued from a Bermuda beach a few days ago, the seal continues to recuperate at the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum and Zoo [BAMZ] and he is “showing improvement in condition.” The Bermuda Zoological Society posted the video below on Instagram and said, “The grey seal pup is continuing to respond to treatment and is showing improvement […]
Video: Seal ‘Showing Improvement In Condition’ Read More
Bernews / News

HMC Burnaby Urgent Care To Hire ENT Specialist

HMC Burnaby Urgent Care & Medical Imaging  announced, pending Bermuda Medical Council and Department of Immigration approvals, the hiring of Dr Mounzer Ghanem, FRCSI, as a Consultant Otolaryngologist, Head and Neck Surgeon. A spokesperson said, “Dr Ghanem is expected to be the island’s only full-time ear, nose and throat consultant and will fill the void […]
HMC Burnaby Urgent Care To Hire ENT Specialist Read More
Bernews / News

Famous To Cheer On Sister In Skyport Magic Mile

[Written by Stephen Wright] Sakari Famous will be paying special attention to the annual Skyport Magic Mile at the Flora Duffy Stadium on Saturday, March 4th. The Bermuda high jumper’s younger sister Anaiah Famous-Woolridge will be among the estimated 1,000-plus youngsters competing in the beloved community race. Although Famous will not be able to attend […]
Famous To Cheer On Sister In Skyport Magic Mile Read More
Bernews / News

DeSilva, Regier & Williams Join Centennial Board

Centennial Bermuda Foundation have welcomed three new Board members – Lisa DeSilva, Paul Regier and Dantae Williams — each serving on different committees. A spokesperson said, “Centennial Bermuda Foundation welcomes three new Board members, each serving on different committees. Centennial, a private philanthropic organisation that funds a wide range of non-profit initiatives and scholarships has appointed: […]
DeSilva, Regier & Williams Join Centennial Board Read More
Bernews / News

$700,000 For Mangrove Bay Health Clinic

$700,000 of capital funding is provided for for the “Mangrove Bay Clinic renovation” which “will provide high-quality healthcare services for the community in the island’s west end” and “preparation will be undertaken in 2023/24 so that construction can commence early in 2024/25,” Minister of Health Kim Wilson said. Speaking at this week’s press conference, Minister […]
$700,000 For Mangrove Bay Health Clinic Read More