New schedule for delayed garbage collection
Trash collection has been hit by “ongoing delays”, a spokesman for the Department of Works and Engineering advised today. Collection scheduled for yesterday is to be completed today. Friday’s waste co…
Covid-19: 8 New Positives, Now 214 Active
| There were 1187 test results received and eight were positive for Covid-19, so Bermuda now has 561 total confirmed positive cases to date, with 214 active cases. A Government spokesperson said, “There were 1187 test results received by the Ministry of Health since the last update and eight were positive for Covid-19. “Three of the […]
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Man charged with attempted murder
A man has appeared in court charged with attempted murder in connection with an alleged home invasion. It was alleged in Magistrates’ Court that Pelealkhai Williams tried to kill Jakai Harford on Dece…
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Govt: Please Enjoy The Gombeys From Afar
| “It was agreed that traditional community street Gombey performances on Boxing Day are not safe this year,” the Government said, adding that “the public may be able to hear the drums in the distance, as some Gombey Troupes may play in their private residences or at isolated places, which will allow the public to hear […]
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Gombeys to go ahead on Boxing Day – but with socially distanced performances
The traditional Boxing Day performances of Gombeys will manage to go ahead this year, with the community able to enjoy the show from a distance. Thanks to an agreement between the island’s Gombey tro…
World Tourism Network to feature Bermuda on Boxing Day
Bermuda’s success with tourism in 2020 in spite of the chill cast by the global Covid-19 pandemic is to be highlighted on a freshly launched network. The island reopened to air travel in July after a …
Household Waste Collection Service Advisory
| The Department of Works and Engineering provided an update on trash collection. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Works and Engineering’s Waste Management Section advises the public that due to ongoing delays in household waste collection, please note the following service updates. “Yesterday’s collection of both Wednesday’s and Thursday’s waste will be completed today. […]
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Wilton Re Donates $12K To Community Charities
| As the holidays neared, Wilton Reinsurance Bermuda donated $12,000 to support the Coalition for the Protection of Children and The Family Centre, saying that “these two commendable charities have tirelessly supported Bermuda families throughout this challenging year.” In expressing gratitude for Wilton Re’s donation, Rachael Dill of the Coalition for the Protection of Children said […]
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Gift Giving At Residential Treatment Homes
| Minister of Social Development and Seniors Tinee Furbert participated in the donation of gifts to some of Bermuda’s young people in residential treatment homes, which was held earlier this week Shane Outerbridge, Residential Treatment Officer, Minister Tinee Furbert, Mrs. Kristin Burt, Calshae Iris, Residential Treatment Officer, Sen. Linsday Simmons, and Chae Powell, Residential Treatment Officer. […]
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Governor’s Christmas Message 2020
We started 2020 with worrying news. News of people we did not know; suffering in cities most of us had never heard of. When sometimes it seems like there is so much going wrong in the world, speaking personally, it can be all too easy to disengage. If there is one thing that 2020 has taught us, it is just how connected we all are and just how much we benefit from those connections.
Column: Happy & Healthy Holiday Baking
| [Opinion column written by Agathe Holowatinc] With the holidays upon us, a lot of my clients are coming to their nutrition coaching sessions with concerns about Christmas baking: cookies, cakes, yule logs, chocolates, truffles, and shortbread. Recipes that fill the kitchen with the sweet flavours and comforting aromas of the season. I love Christmas and […]
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One Bermuda Alliance Donates To Family Centre
| The One Bermuda Alliance 2020 Holiday Giving Campaign has resulted in funds being donated to The Family Centre to assist those with significant needs during this time and into the New Year. “The Family Centre provides an invaluable service that mirrors the values of the One Bermuda Alliance strengthening families to create a healthier Bermuda […]
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Two Basketball Courts Newly Refurbished
| Minister of Youth, Culture and Sports Dr. Ernest Peets visited the newly refurbished basketball courts at Shelly Bay and Olive Bank, also know as the Jones’ Village Community Field. A Government spokesperson said, “Minister Peets commended the collaboration between the Department of Youth Sports and Recreation and the MoonGate Group for making the project a […]
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Christmas comes early at Whitney Institute
A Smith’s school got a learning boost with a gift of 30 laptops from the Green family, owners of the Hamilton Princess and Beach Club. The computers, for writing, data analysis and art, were delivered…
Animator celebrates Christmas with TV special
A Bermudian animator will test the waters for his new project with a Christmas special to air this weekend. Tashel Bean, 26, said that a holiday-themed pilot episode for his new sitcom Bermuda Shorts …
Good Samaritans come through for pet owners
A veterinary office said they were in awe yesterday after a pair of good Samaritans used a Christmas gift voucher drive to pay for the veterinarian bills of 11 pet owners. Lucy Richardson, of CedarTre…
Police help out Paget Primary students
Two Paget Primary School pupils were the lucky recipients of gifts provided by the Bermuda Police Service recently. Maciah Tucker, six, and Timaii Davis, nine, met Community Policing Division officer…
Pair plead not guilty to $65,000 money laundering charge
A man and a woman denied involvement in an alleged $65,000 money laundering scheme. Judah Roberts, 25, from Smith’s, pleaded not guilty in Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday to the transfer of $65,000 in c…
Christmas Message From Premier David Burt
| [Christmas message from Premier David Burt] This has been a difficult and challenging year. We’ve all had to do things differently – and many here and around the world are wondering, what will Christmas look like this year? How will we celebrate during a pandemic that has us physical distancing; not hugging, not shaking hands […]
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Christmas Message From Opposition Leader
| [Christmas message from Opposition Leader Cole Simons] Good morning and Merry Christmas to you and your family from Rochelle and I, our family and from the One Bermuda Alliance. I’m sure you’ll agree that 2020 has been a year filled with unprecedented change. While we began the year with the presumption of living our lives […]
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Christmas Message From Governor Rena Lalgie
| [Christmas message from Governor Rena Lalgie] We started 2020 with worrying news. News of people we did not know; suffering in cities most of us had never heard of. When sometimes it seems like there is so much going wrong in the world, speaking personally, it can be all too easy to disengage. If there […]
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Somers Share Repurchases For November 2020
| In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX], Somers Limited [Somers] announced share repurchases and total shares in issue. The filing stated: “Somers Limited [Somers], a financial services investment holding company, announces that during the month of November 2020, Somers had no repurchases of its own common shares. The number of common shares in […]
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Argo Announces Sale Of Its Italian Business
| Argo Group International Holdings, Ltd. announced an agreement to sell its Italian operations , ArgoGlobal Assicurazioni S.p.A [AGA] to Perfuturo Capital AG. A spokesperson said, “Argo Group International Holdings, Ltd. [ARGO], an underwriter of specialty insurance products, today announced an agreement to sell its Italian operations, ArgoGlobal Assicurazioni S.p.A [AGA] to Perfuturo Capital AG [Perfuturo], a […]
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Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Dec 23 2020
| December 23 saw 200 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $6,020.00 BD. 200 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing down 1.5% at $30.10 per share. The BSX finished at 1,987.77, down 1.16% on the day. There were 0 advances, 1 decline, and 61 remained unchanged. The full report […]
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Minister Peets ~ Basketball Court Refurbishment
Earlier this week, the Minister of Youth, Culture and Sports, Dr. the Hon. Ernest Peets, JP, visited the newly refurbished basketball courts at Shelly Bay and Olive Bank, also know as the Jones’ Village Community Field.
Minister Peets commended the collaboration between the Department of Youth Sports and Recreation and the MoonGate Group for making the project a reality.
Photos/Video: Somers Garden Christmas Lights
| As the Christmas holiday draws near, Somers Garden in St George’s has been transformed into a spectacular seasonal wonderland with holiday decorations and lights on display throughout the property. The light displays are extensive, providing the visage of Santa Claus, teddy bears, wrapped presents, reindeer, popular characters, snowmen, and more, with lit walls, pillars, and […]
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30 Minute Video: Dec 23 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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Daily COVID-19 Release – December 23 2020
Good Day Members of the Media,
There were 1257 test results received by the Ministry of Health since the last update and none were positive for COVID-19.
30 cases have recovered since the last update.
Bermuda continues to have 553 total confirmed positive cases. Their status is as follows.
Statement from Ministry of Health
The Minister of Health the Hon. Kim Wilson JP MP today issued the following statement:
Official Govt & Legal Notices For Dec 23 2020
| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Dec 23] include cancellation of registration, contracts valued $50,000 or more, and traffic notice. Cancellation Of Registration:- Operational Re Ltd. Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Cancellation Of Registration Notice ID: GN1183/2020 Public Authorities / Department: Bermuda Monetary Authority Publication Date: 23 December 2020 Order Insurance […]
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Covid: 1257 Results Received, Zero New Positive
| There were 1257 test results received and none were positive for Covid-19, so Bermuda has 553 total confirmed positive cases to date, with 223 active cases. Thirty people have recovered since the last update and there are now two people hospitalized, which is down from five earlier this week. A Government spokesperson said, “There were […]
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Weather Forecast For Thursday December 24
| Thursday, December 24 is expected to see some sunny periods with one or two light showers likely, with the high to be near 22°C/71°F and the low to be near 19°C/67°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be ESE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 65%. Sunrise will be […]
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MarketPlace extends discount days
MarketPlace stores have extended their discount days scheme until at least the end of March 2021, it was announced today. A spokesman said the grocery store chain will continue to offer 5 per cent dis…
Minister, Premier Clarify Remarks About Results
| “There were no errors with the machinery or the testing process,” Minister of Health Kim Wilson said, explaining that testing process “has been working correctly,” however “unfortunately, on these isolated occasions, persons received the wrong email.” This follows after the Minister’s statement during last night’s press conference, which said, “The Ministry of Health would also […]
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Police Service “Give A Child A Gift” Initiative
| The Bermuda Police Service Community Policing Division ‘A’ Watch recently held their annual ‘Give a Child a Gift’ initiative at Paget Primary. This year two deserving Paget Primary students – one boy and one girl – were chosen to receive gifts donated by CPD ‘A’ Watch staff. Back Row [left to right] – Inspector Markland […]
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MarketPlace Extends Discount Until March 2021
| The MarketPlace today announced an “extension of its three-times weekly 5% discount and daily 5% discount for recipients of financial assistance until 31 March 2021.” A spokesperson said, “The extended offering of the three-times weekly discount – Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday – and daily discount for recipients of financial assistance, first introduced in May, is […]
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Almost 17,000 People Download WeHealth App
| “The WeHealth Bermuda app was launched on December 11, since then almost 17,000 people have downloaded it,” Premier David Burt said, adding that “so far 11 people have been confirmed positive who have been using the app.” Speaking at last night’s [Dec 22] press briefing, Premier Burt said, “The WeHealth Bermuda app was launched on […]
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