Government Progress Update

The Government advised today that it has shared a household mailer which provides the public with an update of the programmes, policies and initiatives that have been undertaken and completed over the last five years.

The expansive overview provides a progress report on several areas on which the Government has delivered, including healthcare, education, youth, seniors, childcare, energy reform, environmental protection and sustainability, COVID relief, economic stimulus, and economic recovery.

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Amelia Lewis Continues Moves Up Leaderboard

Three races were completed in each fleet at the 2022 ILCA 4 Youth World Championships in Portugal, with Bermuda’s Amelia Lewis back in action. Lewis — competing in a girl’s fleet of 156 sailors from around the world — moved up 14 more places from her starting position of 71st place to 57th place after […]

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Photos/Results: Volleyball Teams In CAZOVA

Bermuda started competing in the Caribbean Zonal Volleyball Association [CAZOVA] Under-23 Invitational Beach Volleyball Tournament in Trinidad. The women’s team of Amber Simons and Kaylee Trott defeated their Jamaican opponents in a three-set battle; Bermuda won game one 21 – 14, Jamaica won game two 21 – 10, and in the third set tie-breaker, Bermuda […]

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2022 CONCACAF Men’s Under-17 Schedule

CONCACAF has confirmed the schedule for the 2022 CONCACAF Men’s Under-17 Qualifiers, which will take place from August 30th – September 8th, 2022, in Bradenton, FL; Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, and Managua, Nicaragua. The 19 men’s under 17 teams participating in the qualifiers [all ranked 17 and below based on the current CONCACAF Men’s Under 17 […]

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Three Injured In Collision In Hamilton Parish

Three people were taken to hospital following a two vehicle collision on North Shore Road in  Hamilton Parish late last night. A police spokesperson said, “Around 11:30pm on Friday 19th August, police and other first responders attended a serious two vehicle collision, on North Shore Road, junction with Coney Island Road, Hamilton Parish, involving two […]

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Perinchief Wins Silver Medal At NACAC

Jah-Nhai Perinchief won Bermuda’s first medal at the North American, Central American and Caribbean Athletic Association [NACAC] Track and Field Championships when he claimed the silver medal in the triple jump with a top leap of 15.89m. Other Bermuda athletes were also in action in the event in the Bahamas; Antonio Bailey took to the track […]

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Ball Hockey: Hamilton Hurricanes Defeat Pirates

Action in the Bermuda Ball Hockey Inline Summer League saw a single match take place with 14 goals scored at the PCC Hockey Rink. Pembroke Pirates 6 – Hamilton Hurricanes 8 The Hamilton Hurricanes came from behind to defeat the Pembroke Pirates 8 – 6. The Pembroke Pirates held a 2 – 1 lead at […]

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Shipping Schedule: Week Starting August 20

The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday August 20th. On Saturday the Adventure of the Seas and the Norwegian Joy cruise ships are expected, on Sunday the Enchantment of the Seas cruise ship and the Oleander containership will arrive, and on Monday the […]

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RFI Issued: Electric Motorcycles Procurement

The Government has issued a Request for Information [RFI] for procuring electric motorcycles for the Bermuda Post Office. The RFI says [PDF], “The Cabinet Office is responsible for procuring motorcycles for the Bermuda Post Office. A fleet of motorcycles are used by Bermuda Post Office to deliver mail and packages to residents and businesses across […]

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“Romancing Bermuda” Book Now Available

A newly published book by author Sassy Monroe entitled Romancing Bermuda is now available. The book description says, “Mismatched partners. A hunt for pirate gold. When sparks start flying, will they discover love is the true prize? “Vicky is set on an adventure. While studying a museum painting linked to riches lost at sea, the […]

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Enstar Group Announces Business Updates

Enstar Group Limited has announced updates relating to its joint venture with Allianz SE [Allianz], Enhanzed Reinsurance Ltd. [Enhanzed Re], and its recent investment portfolio performance. A spokesperson said, “On August 18, 2022, Cavello Bay Reinsurance Limited [Cavello Bay], a wholly-owned subsidiary of Enstar, entered into a Master Agreement with Allianz and Enhanzed Re. Pursuant […]

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Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: August 19 2022

August 19 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,364.05, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 65 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 […]

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Rider Injured In Motorcycle & Bus Collision

A male motorcycle rider was taken to hospital after a collision involving a bus and a motorcycle in the west end this evening. A police spokesperson said, “Around 6:20pm, police and other first responders were dispatched to a report of a two vehicle collision at the junction of Middle Road and South Road Southampton [Barnes […]

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Police Investigating Burglary At Warehouse

Police are investigating a burglary at a warehouse in St. David’s, where items including appliances, a boat engine, power tools, fishing equipment, pedal cycle, handbag and motorcycle were stolen. A police spokesperson said, “Police are investigating a burglary which occurred at a commercial warehouse in St. David’s between July 26, 2022 and August 8, 2022. […]

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30 Minute Video: August 19 ZBM Evening News

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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Official Govt & Legal Notices For August 19 2022

The official Government and Legal notices for today [August 19] include acting appointments and notification of planning applications registered. Acting Appointment: Permanent Secretary, Ministry Of The Cabinet Office Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0821/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Cabinet Headquarters Publication date: 19 August 2022 Mr. Daron Raynor, Chief Information Officer, Department of […]

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Weather Forecast For Saturday August 20

Saturday, August 20 is expected to see early cloud gives way to hot and sunny conditions, with the high to be near 31°C/88°F and the low to be near 27°C/80°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be light and variable. The relative humidity is expected to be near 75%. Sunrise will […]

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Govt Mailer: ‘Five Years Of Working For You’

The Government said that a household mailer — entitled ‘Five Years Of Working For You’ — is being sent out which provides “an update of the programmes, policies and initiatives that have been undertaken and completed over the last five years.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Government advised today that it has shared a household […]

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OBA’s Ben Smith: Where’s The Education Plan?

“With the new academic year about to begin, why hasn’t the Department of Education published its plan in order for both parents and teachers alike to know what to expect?” Shadow Education Minister Ben Smith said. Mr. Smith said, “What will be the Covid protocols for students and teachers? Can teachers have access to their […]

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Three Vehicle Collision On South Road, Paget

There was a three vehicle collision — involving a car, taxi and motorcycle — on South Road in Paget this afternoon. A police spokesperson said, “Around 12:31pm on Friday 19th of August 2022, police and other first responders attended a report of a three vehicle collision along South Road in Paget near the junction with […]

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Registration For Dive In Festival Now Open

Registration for the 2022 Dive In Festival is now open, with the event set to take place from September 27 to September 29. A spokesperson said, “Registration for over 150+ diversity and inclusion events in Bermuda is now open. Mary Ann Sieghart, Adrian Hartnett-Beasley, Latisha Lister-Burgess, Jessica Lewis, and Kristin White are some of the confirmed speakers at […]

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Video: U/14 Football Team Defeat Barbados

Bermuda’s Under 14 football team defeated Barbados 2 – 0 in their final match in the Group Stage of the 2022 Caribbean Football Union [CFU] U14 Challenge Series. The Caribbean Football Union report said, “Bermuda dashed Barbados’ hopes of qualifying to the 2022 CFU Boys’ U1-4 Challenge Series Tier II finals on Thursday, defeating them […]

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Swift Finishes 33rd In Fencing Sabre Division

Bermuda fencers were back in action as the 2022 Commonwealth Fencing Championships continued in London, England. Only one Bermuda fencer competed on day 9 of the competition, with 14-year-old Rhys Swift finishing 33rd in the cadet men’s sabre individual division. Related Stories Fencers At Commonwealth Championships Fencers Compete In Men’s Sabre Division Fencers Compete In Epee Division […]

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Scott Roy Wins BPGA Round At Belmont Hills

The Bermuda Professional Golf Association members took to the Belmont Hills Golf Course for their Professional Medal Round. Scott Roy shot a round of 1-over par 71 to win by five strokes, Camiko Smith and Cory DeSilva shot 6-over pars 76’s to finish second and Jeffery Lindo finished third with a round of 7-over par […]

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Sincere Hall Scores In 4-2 Loss To Bristol City

Bermudian footballer Sincere Hall scored for the Hull City Under-21 team as they lost 4-2 the Bristol City Under 21 team. Bristol City scored to take the 1- lead and then Hall scored to pull Hull City even, however  three goals later, Bristol City claimed the 4 – 2 win. Related Stories Results: 11 Bermudian Footballers […]

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Minister Roban Attends First Regional Heads of Government Meeting on Climate Change

In preparation for COP 27, which will be held in Egypt later this year, Deputy Premier and Minster of Home Affairs, the Hon. Walter Roban, JP, MP, travelled to Nassau, The Bahamas. There he participated in the ‘First Regional Heads of Government Meeting in preparation for COP27’ held from 16-18 August.

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