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| The Bermuda Cricket Board has partnered with online cricket coaching organisation, CoachEd to launch an online coaching initiative which offers Cricket Accreditation and Elite High- Performance qualifications through online courses. A spokesperson said, “The Executive of the Bermuda Cricket Board is pleased to announce a partnership with online cricket coaching organisation, CoachEd. “Interested persons in […]
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| Hamilton Insurance Group, Ltd. today [Dec 10] announced that the Company has entered the environmental insurance marketplace, welcoming John Termini as US Head of Environmental to lead the unit. A spokesperson said, “Since joining last month, Termini has been focused on building out his team, as well as developing the book of business, leveraging the […]
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| The Fat Tire Massive 2020-2021 One Communications Mountain Bike [MTB] Race Series has been postponed. With the new limitation of a maximum of 20 persons permitted at an event, the organizers of the One Communications MTB Series have canceled the event scheduled for Sunday, December 13th at Dockyard. “A new date has yet to be […]
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| The “proposed anti-mask protests” scheduled to take place “have been postponed by the organisers,” the police said today. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] wishes to advise the public that following a meeting between Police and the organisers, the proposed anti-mask protests scheduled to take place today in Somerset and tomorrow, Friday 11th […]
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| Dr Ewart Brown said he has been told that he will be charged “with corruption dating back to when I was in office over 10 years ago,” with the former Premier noting this comes after an almost 10 year investigation and that “more Bermudian taxpayer money will be spent” when “people are crying out for […]
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| In celebration of the holiday season, Aeries Adventures Nursery and Pre School recently held a photoshoot with children posing in Christmas-themed outfits, resulting in a series of incredibly cute photographs. A spokesperson said, “Aeries Adventures Nursery and Pre School would like to wish everyone a merry Christmas and a happy New Year. “During this holy […]
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| Fleming Reinsurance Ltd. announced the appointment of Martin Dolan to the board as an independent non‐executive director [INED]. A spokesperson said, “Fleming Reinsurance Ltd. [Fleming Re] is pleased to announce the appointment of Martin Dolan to the board as an independent non‐executive director [INED]. “Mr. Dolan will join as of year‐end and, in addition to […]
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| Fidelis Insurance Holdings Limited announced “that in the fourth quarter of 2020 it has raised an additional $60 million of equity capital from existing and new investor relationships including Alfa Insurance and affiliated companies [Alfa] with which Fidelis has a long-standing relationship.” A spokesperson said, “Additionally, the Company has raised from institutional investors $125 million of […]
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| Daniel Augustus finished T27th competing on the Swing Thought Tour at the Orange County National Golf Center & Lodge in Florida. Augustus shot a two round combined score of 145, he shot a first round 1-over par 73, he then shot a second round even par 72 to finish at 1-over par for the tournament. […]
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| December 9 saw 100 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $3,300.00 BD. 100 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing down 1.2% at $33.00 per share. The BSX finished at 2,135.39, down 0.94% on the day. There were 0 advances, 1 decline, and 61 remained unchanged. The full report […]
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| A collaboration with Costco — who is “is providing self-administered, observed, PCR saliva tests for both online and in-store purchase” — will “provide easily accessible, gold-standard Covid-19 tests to all inbound travellers from across the United States.” This was from the BTA who said, “A first-of-its kind collaboration for Bermuda will provide easily accessible, gold-standard […]
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| The new testing schedule — which is operative as of December 14th — will be a fixed schedule, with testing set to take place at Bull’s Head Car Park in Hamilton, the Star of India in Dockyard, and Pennos’ Wharf in St. George’s. This was announced at last night’s press conference, with Health Minister Kim Wilson saying: “Our […]
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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 Government is working to improve “capability to address illegal fishing and the resultant offenses against our most threatened protected marine species and habitats,” Senator Lindsay Simmons said today [Dec 9] in the Senate. Senator Simmons said, “Investigating incidents of illegal killing, injury and/or damage to our most threatened wildlife can be very challenging as […]
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| Citing the “increasing numbers of Covid-19 cases in the community,” the Bermuda Hospitals Board said that it is “returning to restricted visitation from Thursday 10 December 2020 in its acute care units.” This follows after the Government announced another 10 confirmed cases today, making a total of 340 total confirmed positive cases to date, with 103 […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Dec 9] include contracts valued $50,000 or more and list of proposed planning applications. PATI [Information Statement-Contracts Valued At $50,000 Or More] – JUD Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: PATI Contracts Valued $50,000 Or More Notice ID: GN1139/2020 Public Authorities / Department: The Judiciary Publication […]
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| Earlier today [Dec 9] the City of Hamilton made a $10,000 donation to the Anglican Cathedral’s Feeding Programme. Bishop Nicholas Dill was on hand at City Hall to receive the donation from Mayor Charles Gosling, whilst programme volunteers looked on. Mayor Gosling said, “This has been a very tough year for so many in Bermuda. […]
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| Thursday, December 10 is expected to see sunny periods with a chance of early showers, with the high to be near 21°C/70°F and the low to be near 18°C/64°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be west. The relative humidity is expected to be near 64%. Sunrise will be at 7.10am […]
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| Ashley Bento has been called to the Bermuda Bar, with a ceremony taking place on Friday [Dec 4]. A spokesperson said, “Appleby is delighted to announce that Ashley Bento has been called to the Bermuda Bar. The ceremony took place on Friday, December 4 before Puisne Judge Nicole Stoneham. “Ashley graduated from the Berkeley Institute […]
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| The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon [Dec 9], with the list indicating that there are thirty-eight bus runs cancelled today. Related Stories Ministry: 28 Bus Runs Cancelled On Tuesday Ministry: 26 Bus Runs Cancelled On Monday Ministry: 32 Bus Runs Cancelled On Friday Ministry: 28 Bus Runs Cancelled On […]
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| [Updated with photos] A ribbon cutting ceremony was held today [Dec 9] to mark the official opening of Bermuda’s new passenger terminal building at the LF Wade International Airport. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda’s new, state-of-the-art passenger terminal building at the LF Wade International Airport is officially open. “A press conference was held earlier today with […]
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| Eva Frazzoni — who has represented Bermuda internationally and currently plays football in Sweden — is joining host Earl Basden this afternoon [Dec 9] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views sports series. Related Stories Video: BNV Sports With Robinson & Bascome Video: BNV Sports With Dante Leverock Video: BNV Discussion With […]
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| To support the Government’s plans as it relates to Covid-19, the Royal Bermuda Regiment will provide 20 soldiers, with 12 of the soldiers to ”assist with quarantine monitoring” and 8 to assist at testing stations. This comes as the island has experienced an increase in Covid-19, with 80 positive cases confirmed already this month, and the island’s […]
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| The Island Games — which were originally scheduled to be held in July 2021 — will be held in the summer of 2023, the organisers announced. The Games are for smaller islands and Bermuda takes part and normally does very well, winning multiple medals. The IIGA said, “Following the announcement in September that the Guernsey […]
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| Boulevard Café served up its last meals yesterday [Dec 8] as the restaurant, which was previously located at the airport, closed after almost 20 years of service. A spokesperson said, “Boulevard Café at the ‘old’ LF Wade airport served up its last meals yesterday, December 8th, after almost 20 years of service faithfully taking care […]
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Madame President, I would like to, today, update Honourable members on the efforts to improve the Government’s capability to address illegal fishing and the resultant offenses against our most threatened protected marine species and habitats. These species, help make Bermuda the unique gem, that we know and every effort must be made to protect them from illegal activities such as poaching and willful damage and destruction.
Good Day Members of the Media,
There were 762 test results received by the Ministry of Health yesterday (8 December 2020), and 10 were positive for COVID-19.
7 of the new cases are classified as local transmission with known contact/source with details as follows:
| A ribbon cutting ceremony was held today [Dec 9] to mark the official opening of Bermuda’s new passenger terminal building at the LF Wade International Airport. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda’s new, state-of-the-art passenger terminal building at the LF Wade International Airport is officially open. First flight arrives this morning “A press conference was held earlier […]
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