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| [Opinion column written by FDM candidate Cheryl Packwood] I was raised to believe in equality and freedom for all – and I knew from childhood that this included economic equality. My father, Cyril Packwood, came home from his days of research in the Bermuda Archives with the stories of Mary Prince, Philippa, Sally Bassett and […]
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| In the lead up to the 2020 General Election — which is now only one week away — the PLP held another press conference, with Premier David Burt, Minister Curtis Dickinson, and Davida Morris delivering remarks. Premier & Party Leader David Burt’s remarks: Good afternoon, Last night, the Progressive Labour Party launched our platform – […]
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| In the lead up to the 2020 General Election — which is now only one week away — the PLP held another press conference, with OBA Leader Craig Cannonier and OBA candidate Patricia Gordon Pamplin delivering remarks. OBA Leader Craig Cannonier’s remarks on PLP platform: What Bermuda needs more than anything right now is a […]
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| The Bermuda Health Council is inviting the public to join a live discussion on cannabis on Facebook on Tuesday, September 29. A Government spokesperson said, “The Health Council is inviting the public for a Facebook live discussion. “The discussion is facilitated by the Bermuda Health Council on Tuesday, September 29th at 1.00pm with Arrington Herry, […]
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| The PartnerRe Women’s 5K Run & Walk will be held virtually from Friday, October 2 to Sunday, October 4. The event poster says, “This year, we’ve decided to host the PartnerRe 5K virtually. We’ll still have the same great goody bags and raffle prizes, plus this year you’ll have the added benefit of choosing your […]
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| Teachers Rugby Football Club has awarded a total of $7,500 towards supporting the education of three young club members, with Tyler Kendall, Corrie Cross, and Cerise Woodley the recipients of the scholarship. A spokesperson said, “Teachers Rugby Football Club has awarded a total of $7,500 towards supporting the education of three young club members. Congratulations […]
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| The Somerset Trojans defeated the North Village Rams with a score of 1 – 0, while the Devonshire Cougars and Dandy Town Hornets played to a 1-1 draw. Group B: Somerset Trojans 1 North Village Rams 0 The Somerset Trojans came away with a 1 – 0 win over the North Village Rams at the […]
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| Jillian Terceira was back in action competing in the Azelhof CSI3*2*1*YH Lier International Jumping Event in Belgium. On day two of the competition, Terceira competed in only one class. Competing in the 1.30m CSI1* Table A in 2 Phases with Both Phases Against the Clock Class, Terceira and Mia Volo Vd Molendreef finished 9th. The […]
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| The 2020/21 Second Spring Senior Bowling League season got underway at the Warwick Bowl. The Pinsplitters went down 4 – 0 to the New Comers, while the Drifters defeated the Islanders 4 – 0, the Last Pin went down to the Blue Angels 4 – 0, and Just Kickin defeated The Star Lites 4 – […]
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| Bermuda-based company, Emergence Limited, was awarded Prophix’s “North American Partner of the Year” during last week’s annual client and partner summit. A spokesperson said, “Whilst the “Future Forward” themed conference had to be held virtually this year, the global Corporate Performance Management [CPM] software company did not disappoint. The day was filled with informative sessions […]
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| September 23 saw 5,800 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $105,400.00 BD. 3,000 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing down 6.1% at $23.00 per share, while another 2,800 shares were traded by Somers Limited, closing down 3.7% at $13.00 per share. The BSX finished at 1,731.44, down 3.93% […]
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Today there were 858 test results received by the Ministry of Health, and none were positive for COVID-19.
Bermuda has had 181 total confirmed positive cases. Their status is as follows:
The average age of all of our confirmed positive cases is 56 and the age range of all of our positive cases is from 9 to 101 years.
| There were 858 test results received today and none were positive for COVID-19, so the total of confirmed positive cases to date remains at 181, with 5 cases remaining active. A Government spokesperson said, “Today there were 858 test results received by the Ministry of Health, and none were positive for COVID-19. “Bermuda has had […]
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| In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX], Polaris Holding Company Limited announced the deferral of their dividend payment. The filing stated, “Please note that, today, the Directors of Polaris Holding Company Ltd., unanimously resolved to defer payment of a proposed dividend to the shareholders of record as at 25 September 2020, payable on […]
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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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The Ministry of Labour is pleased to announce a partnership with the Bermuda Landscapers Association and the launch of a joint employment registration drive for landscaping professionals beginning Thursday, 24 September 2020.
Those that are encouraged to register include persons who:
| The Ministry of Labour announced a partnership with the Bermuda Landscapers Association and the launch of a joint employment registration drive for landscaping professionals beginning Thursday [Sept 24]. A Government spokesperson said, “Those that are encouraged to register include persons who: have previous landscaping/gardening experience in a professional/commercial environment; have skills with various gardening techniques, […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Sept 23] include large group exemptions and notice of intention to construct a controlled plant. Large Group Exemption Select Sites Group Event Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN0851/2020 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication Date: 23 September 2020 Public Health […]
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| The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] held a press conference this afternoon [Sept 23] to provide an update regarding the recent sexual assault. Detective Superintendent Nicholas Pedro said, “The Bermuda Police Service would like to thank those members of the public and businesses who have come forward to assist us in the investigation of a serious […]
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| BELCO today [Sept 23] advised that work continues to repair damaged infrastructure following Hurricanes Paulette and Teddy. A spokesperson said, “BELCO today advised that work continues to repair damaged infrastructure following Hurricanes Paulette and Teddy. “During the rest of this week and into next week, customers may experience an interruption of power supply as BELCO […]
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| The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] announced that the spectator’s entrance for the Dudley Eve matches scheduled for today [Sept 23], will be the gate below the BAA clubhouse. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Football Association would like to announce that the spectator’s entrance for the Dudley Eve matches scheduled for Wednesday, September 23rd, will be […]
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| The Bermuda Cricket Board [BCB] has named Cleveland County Cricket Club and Somerset Cricket Club as the winners of the 2020 BCB U11 Hiscox and U14 KPMG Youth Leagues. A spokesperson said, “The BCB is pleased to announce the winners of the 2020 BCB U11 Hiscox and U14 KPMG Youth Leagues: Cleveland County Cricket Club […]
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| Fairmont Southampton announced today that the property will temporarily close to undergo a complete renovation, with hundreds of staff members to be made redundant. A spokesperson said, “Fairmont Southampton, Bermuda announced today that effective October 23, 2020, the property will close to undergo a complete upgrade and renovation to elevate and reposition the resort property. […]
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