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| After a “strong smell of diesel” was detected by a resident of Hinson’s Island, four overflowing barrels of diesel were discovered aboard a vessel, A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre spokesperson said, “On Thursday, September 1 at 5.52pm, a resident of Hinson’s Island reported to BMOC a strong smell of diesel. The Coast Guard were tasked […] |
| The Bermuda Cupcake Company will be holding a Halloween Drive-By on Sunday, October 30 from 2.00pm to 5.00pm on Palmetto Road in Pembroke. The Bermuda Cupcake Company posted the graphic below online, saying, “No tricks, just treats. Short on scares, big on fun. The Drive-By creates a fun safer experience for children and adults alike […] |
| AM Best has placed under review with negative implications the Financial Strength Ratings of A- [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings of “a-” [Excellent] of Lombard International Life Assurance Company [Philadelphia, PA], Lombard International Life Assurance Company of New York [New York, NY], Lombard International Life Assurance Company [Bermuda] Ltd. [Bermuda] and Lombard International […] |
| September 2 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,401.28, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 70 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF], and the full report for the week is available here [PDF]. Related Stories LOM Company […] |
| Saturday, September 3 is expected to see a mix of sun and cloud, chance of a shower or 2, mainly early, with the high to be near 31°C/87°F and the low to be near 26°C/79°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near […] |
Good morning members of the media,
As we learn to Live with Covid, the Department of Public Transportation (DPT) will transition back to the 2019 level of student transportation services. This means that students using public buses will see changes as they go to and from school.
Over the last two years, under an established COVID protocol, the DPT provided minibuses to transport students directly to and from school. Students were collected and dropped off at the nearest bus stop to their homes or destination.
Good Morning and Welcome,
I am joined by the Minister of Transport, the Hon. Lawrence Scott, to update parents, guardians, students, and the general public on the planning and preparations underway for the start of the 2022/23 school year. Today we will share information on the following:
| [Opinion column written by OBA Senator Dr Douglas De Couto] In recent opinion pieces, PLP politicians have tried to paint a rosy picture of Bermuda’s economy. However, everyone knows that over the years the PLP has presided over a general decline in the economy and a ballooning national debt. And no amount of out-of-touch spin […] |
| Masterworks Museum will be hosting an opening reception for a show titled ‘Finders Keepers’ on Friday, September 9th from 5.30pm to 7.00pm. A spokesperson said, “This fall, artist Jon Legere invites you to play a game. Opening Friday, September 9th in the Masterworks Museums Rick Faries Gallery is ‘Finders Keepers,’ a collection of guardian jugs […] |
| The Cambridge Beaches resort in the west end has opened the ‘Sunken Harbor Club’, which it describes as ‘a dockside tavern and tropical cocktail bar overlooking Mangrove Bay with a unique dining experience created by longtime Executive Chef Keith DeShields.’ A spokesperson said, “Sunken Harbor Club will open its doors on September 1, 2022 at […] |
| [Column written by Bermuda Is Love] Bermuda Is Love has launched a campaign titled #NoNewClothes where we are challenging the public to purchase #NoNewClothes for the month of September. As part of the campaign, we will be publishing weekly articles highlighting the problem of fast fashion and what we as consumers can do about it. […] |
| The Information Commissioner issued Decision 22/2022 in regards to the Office of the Parliamentary Registrar. A spokesperson said, “On 26 August 2022, the Information Commissioner issued Decision 22/2022, Office of the Parliamentary Registrar [Parliamentary Registry]. The Applicant had submitted a public access to information [PATI] request in March 2021 for copies of the notices posted […] |
| Premier David Burt is meeting with Commonwealth Games medalist Jah-Nhai Perinchief at the Cabinet Office this afternoon [Sept 2]. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Related Stories Video: Perinchief Breaks Bermuda Indoor Record Video: Press Conference On ‘Return To Play’ Video: BNV With Minister Dr Ernest Peets Jah-Nhai […] |
| Bermuda’s Nia Christopher scored for her Towson University women’s soccer team as they played to a 2-1 victory over George Mason. The school’s match report said, “A couple of goals in the opening 14:30 of play led the Towson University women’s soccer team to a 2-1 victory over George Mason, its first win over the […] |
| “Bermuda is facing a demographic crisis” and “the prospect of Bermuda’s declining and aging population in the coming years raises critical concerns about GDP, employment, health care, retirement benefits, and social support services.” This is from the Government’s position paper on ‘Addressing the Challenge of an Ageing Population in Bermuda’ which was released yesterday. The […] |
| A 32ft vessel was observed sinking in Riddell’s Bay, and the “Coast Guard were dispatched and rescued a dog from the vessel,” local officials confirmed. A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre spokesperson said, “Thursday 1st September, 12:15 pm – A member of public contacted Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre to report the 32ft vessel Carver Montego observed […] |
| Minister of Education Diallo Rabain and Transport Minister Lawrence Scott are holding a press conference this morning [Sept 2] to discuss Back to School for the Academic Year 2022 – 2023. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Related Stories Video: Govt Announce Primary School Decision […] |
| Influencers and content producers hosted by the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] during the 2022 Cup Match holiday achieved a global reach of nearly 1.5 million, according to the BTA. A spokesperson said, “During the 2022 Cup Match holiday, held from July 28 – July 29, the Bermuda Tourism Authority hosted an array of talented influencers […] |
| Chardonnay Paynter has won the Social Justice Influencer Award for 2021 and 2022. A spokesperson said, “Last evening, Grab A Whip, Vault TV, Geminii Photography Bermuda, and community activist Robyn Swan presented, on behalf of the Bermuda Construction Safety Counsel’s Premier Awards, the Social Justice Influencer Award for 2021 and 2022 to Ms. Chardonnay Paynter. […] |
| [Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda women’s captain Eva Frazzoni opened her scoring account in Hashtag United FC’s 4-1 win away to London Seaward last night. Frazzoni, making her third appearance for the semi-professional outfit, scored her team’s opening goal in the eighth minute. The attacking midfielder also created the second with a through ball for Emma […] |
| Kamau Leverock and his Florida Scorpion teammates began the Champions Cricket Open T20 Tournament 2022 taking on the Royal Punjab Sports Club in Edmonton, Canada. Royal Punjab Sports Club won the toss and sent the Florida Scorpions to bat, they scored 182/7 in their allotted 20 overs, Kyle Coetzer was the top scorer with a […] |
| Bliss Women is joining The Trip Wishlist founder Taryn White for the Pink + Well Bermuda 2023 Wellness Retreat, scheduled for April 19 to April 23, 2023. A spokesperson said, “Bliss Women, Bermuda’s online health and wellness community for women, joins The Trip Wishlist founder Taryn White in an upcoming luxury retreat scheduled for April […] |
| The Berkeley Educational Society & The Berkeley Institute will be hosting an Alumni Anniversary Reception on Tuesday, September 6th. The event page said, “Celebrating 125 years, The Berkeley Educational Society & The Berkeley Institute invite alumni and friends of The Berkeley Institute to an Alumni Anniversary Reception, Tuesday, 6th of September, 2022 6pm – 8:30pm […] |
| “At some point, the Government must stop publishing what we all know and start making the hard decisions,” Deputy OBA Leader Jarion Richardson said, adding that “the time for proposing, discussing, reviewing, and considering has long since passed.” Ministry: ‘Bermuda is facing a demographic crisis’ This follows after the Government released a position paper today […] |
| [Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda karting driver Scott Barnes hopes to be crowned “King of the Streets” when he races at the Xtream Rock Island Grand Prix this weekend. Barnes, who will compete in a staggering ten classes, is eyeing multiple titles at the largest and most prestigious street race in North America. The five-time winner […] |
| In an effort to provide everyone with a look at Bermuda’s wide range of 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 the Causeway, azure water & pink sand, […] |
| U.S. Consul General Karen Grissette and the broader U.S. Consulate team welcomed guests to ‘Cedarhurst,’ the Consul General’s Official Residence, for a special End of Summer reception yesterday [Aug 31], featuring a performance by the Princeton University Tigertones. A spokesperson said, “U.S. Consul General Karen Grissette thanked partner organizations and contacts for their engagement on […] |
| Three days after leaving the island, the ‘Bermudian’ ferry has arrived in Boston, safely completing the more than 700 mile ocean journey. A Government spokesperson confirmed that “the Bermudian arrived at the Boston shipyard safely and on schedule.” A Ministry of Transport spokesperson previously said the ferry was traveling to the Gladding-Hearn shipyard in Boston […] |
| Hamilton Princess & Beach Club announced the appointment of Roydell Neverson as the Director of Operations. A spokesperson said, “One month into her new post, Ms. Neverson is responsible for hotel operations and serves as the second in command to the hotel’s General Manager.” Tim Morrison, General Manager of Hamilton Princess & Beach Club, said: […] |
| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Sept 1] include appointments. Royal Bermuda Regiment Promotion of Officers Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Appointments Notice ID: GN0848/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication date: 01 September 2022 Bermuda Officers’ Promotion Following the recommendations of the Defence [Promotions] Board and the approval by the Commander […] |
| Friday, September 2 is expected to see early cloud and chance of showers give way to brighter skies, with the high to be near 30°C/86°F and the low to be near 26°C/79°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 75%. Sunrise will […] |