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Road repairs planned in Southampton | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda News

Lighthouse Road and the Railway Trail in Southampton are to be closed for road repairs.The road closure from the junction with Middle Road to the Shawn Acres Lane junction and from the Railway Trail at Lighthouse Road to the Belco substation will run from October 7 to October 30. Road users were advised to use detours through St Anne’s Road or South Road. Roadworkers will be on site from 8am to 4pm, Mondays to Fridays.For more information, contact Tina Beer-Searle, Civil Engin
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Police name victim of Pembroke shooting | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda News

A woman murdered outside her home early on Wednesday was identified by police this afternoon as Garrina Cann, 31.Ms Cann was with guests at a party in the house, near North Shore, when she was fatally shot shortly before 12.20am.Detective Superintendent Nicholas Pedro, the head of the crime division, appealed for calm in the community, saying police had seen “talk of retaliation” on social media.”The response to this violence can’t be more violence,” he said.Mr Pedro said poli
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?James quits figure skating | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda Sport

Bermudian figure skater Vanessa James has retired from the sport amid allegations that her pairs partner Morgan Ciprès sent lewd photographs to an underage girl on Instagram.James and Ciprès, who has also quit figure skating, were expected to challenge for a medal at the Winter Olympics in Beijing, China, in 2022.They paired started skating together during the 2009-2010 season and won five French national titles, a bronze medal at the European Championships and came fifth at the Winter Olym
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Election 2020: Burt wants to close the divide | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda News

The Premier today told the country that tomorrow’s General Election was a “once in a generation opportunity to reshape Bermuda’s politics” and close the divide in Bermuda.David Burt said: “Bermuda will go to the polls in what will be remembered as one of the most important elections in our lifetime. Why do I say that? It’s because the next government will shape the future of Bermudians’ economy as we look to recover from the worst global pandemic in a century.”And I say that because we also
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Pilot fishing project launched | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda News

A pilot fishing co-operative was launched today.David Burt, the Premier, said the Bermuda Triangle Fishing Cooperative would increase fishermen’s incomes and boost the market for island-caught fish.He added that fish was a Bermudian staple, but island fisherman were unable able to keep up with demand.Mr Burt said: “Although we live on an island and are surrounded by healthy, crystal clear waters, it is not always easy to purchase local fish, creating an odd circumstance where fisherm
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BEDC picks Eve to partner on virtual market | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda Business

A virtual market to help Bermudian entrepreneurs and small businesses establish a presence online, and remove the financial burden of doing so, has taken a step forward.Jahde Eve, the founder of Code 441, who has helped Bermudian youngsters improve their technology skills during the past six years, has been selected by the Business Economic Development Corporation to partner in the building of a virtual market place.Jamahl Simmons, chairman of the BEDC, said a virtual market allows business
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Inflation rate down to zero in June | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda Business

The inflation rate was zero in June, meaning consumers paid the same as they did a year earlier for a basket of goods and services.It was the second monthly Consumer Price Index report this year to show a zero inflation rate, after April, the month of shelter-in-place restrictions.However, the Department of Statistics had difficulties in obtaining some of the price data it required, Wayne Furbert, Minister for the Cabinet Office, said.Mr Furbert said: “The public should note that som
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Football: Dudley Eve Spectator’s Entrance

The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] announced that the spectator’s entrance for the Dudley Eve matches scheduled for today [Sept 30] at the National Sports Centre will be the Parson’s Road Gate. 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 […]

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Government: Jahde Eve To Create Virtual Market

Premier David Burt along with Jamahl Simmons, the Chairman of the Bermuda Economic Development Corporation held a press conference yesterday [Sept 29] to announce the selected vendor for the Government sponsored Virtual Market. A Government spokesperson said, “This virtual market allows: Businesses to have an online presence that increases their visibility internationally Promotes economic growth […]

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BA’s Heathrow switch welcomed by leaders | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda Business

Leaders of hospitality and global business associations in Bermuda have welcomed the news that British Airways will switch London gateways to Bermuda from Gatwick to Heathrow Airport’s Terminal 5 from March 28. The agreement, announced yesterday by BA and the Ministry of Transport, followed discussions between BA and the Bermuda Tourism Authority, Bermuda Airport Authority, Skyport Corporation, and air-service consultants Ailevon Pacific.Representatives of the island’s major industry groups
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Business Leaders Welcome Switch To Heathrow

“Leaders of hospitality and global business associations in Bermuda have welcomed the announcement British Airways will switch London gateways to Bermuda from Gatwick to Heathrow Airport’s Terminal 5 starting next spring. A spokesperson said, “The agreement, announced yesterday by BA and the Ministry of Transport, followed discussions between BA and the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA], […]

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PLP CANDIDATES HIT THE STREETS ON THE LAST DAY OF CAMPAIGNING This Just In As the general public are entering and exit…

PLP CANDIDATES HIT THE STREETS ON THE LAST DAY OF CAMPAIGNING This Just In As the general public are entering and exiting the City of Hamilton, via East Broadway this morning, three PLP representatives were there to greet on coming traffic. Read more on this story click on the link below https://www.tnnbda.com/home/details/NX20200930154003
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PRISON THE BETTER OPTION THAN BERMUDA’S LOCAL DRUG TREATMENT CENTER This Just In I have been admitted to the only wome…

PRISON THE BETTER OPTION THAN BERMUDA’S LOCAL DRUG TREATMENT CENTER This Just In I have been admitted to the only women’s in house treatment facility here in Bermuda a couple of times. My very first attempt at recovery was approximately 4 years ago. At that time there were three other women in house admittedly I left after 18 days of being left to fester in a depressive state and becoming suicidal. Read more on this story click on the link below https://www.tnnbda.com/home/details/NX20200930135022
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Black Pony Welcomes Bridgeman & Brown

Black Pony Gallery is welcoming artists Dede Brown from the Bahamas and David Bridgeman from the Cayman Islands. A spokesperson said, “Black Pony Gallery is pleased to welcome artists Dede Brown [The Bahamas] and David Bridgeman [Cayman Islands]. These artists add new energy and forms of expression to the gallery group, which has grown to […]

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OBA: Auditor ‘Must Investigate Deal With Savvy’

The Auditor General “must investigate the deal made with Savvy Entertainment, ” OBA candidate Douglas De Couto said. Mr. De Couto said, “There are so many questions about whether the people’s money was spent correctly that the only way of getting to the bottom of this loan is for the Auditor General to investigate. “David […]

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Video: Kid Corbin: Breaking Golf’s Colour Line

The Department of Community and Cultural Affairs hosted the premiere film screening of Louis Rafael ‘Kid’ Corbin: Breaking Golf’s Colour Line in America, Canada, and Bermuda on Monday [Sept 28] at BUEI. A government spokesperson previously said, “The 20-minute short documentary explores the contributions of the Bermudian golfer Louis Raphael “Kid” Corbin, who led the […]

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Video: Sept 30th Bernews Morning Newsflash

Police press conference on murder, Athene donate 200 laptops to School System, Walkers welcome Ashley Fubler & Izabella Arnold, FDM election candidates interview, OBA election candidates interview, BA London flight to switch to Heathrow, demolition of Clayhouse Inn and no new confirmed Covid-19 cases in Bermuda are some of the stories in this morning’s [Sept […]

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Top 10 Most Viewed Videos For September 2020

Bernews posted more than 300 videos across our various social networks during September, with our combined video channels attaining close to one million views this month, driven by archival footage plus videos of the two hurricanes, with all almost all the top ten most viewed videos this month being of Hurricane Paulette and Hurricane Teddy. […]

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Miss the first US presidential debate? Catch replay here until noon | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda News

The Royal Gazette, in conjunction with The Washington Post News Service and Bloomberg News will be offering The Washington Post’s livestream programming of the presidential and vice-presidential debates.President Donald Trump and Democratic nominee Joe Biden will meet on stage tonight at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland for the first of the three presidential debates. The broadcast will start at 9pm Bermuda time. The debate itself will start
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Govt & BPA Reach ‘Agreement In Principle’

The Government said it has “reached agreement in principle with the Bermuda Police Association [BPA] that will essentially see the Police participate in the austerity measures programme for a 12-month period.” A Government spokesperson said, “After many weeks of negotiations, the Government of Bermuda can confirm that it has reached agreement in principle with the […]

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Business Conference To Focus On Covid Effect

The future working environment post-Covid will be one of the issues being examined at a business conference next month. The Bermuda Insurance Institute will hold its 10th Annual Fall Conference via webinars on Tuesday October 20 and Thursday October 22. It is titled, ‘Demanding change in 2020; how Bermuda [Re] Insurance will stay 6ft ahead’. […]

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Saliva Testing Prior To General Election

“Returning officers and presiding officers employed by the Parliamentary Registrar as well as election candidates have the opportunity to undergo saliva testing prior to Thursday’s General Election to help ensure voter safety during the COVID-19 pandemic,” the Health Ministry said today. Last night a Government spokesperson said, “This means the testing hours for the Perot […]

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Equestrian: Rego Continues Competing In Ohio

Cody Rego continued competing in the Capital Challenge Horse Show at the World Equestrian Center in Wilmington Ohio. Rego, riding Cen, finished 4th competing in the National Low Junior Amateur/Owner Jumper Class after clocking a Clear Round time of 57.586. Rego and Spot On finished 20th competing in the First Round of the Green Hunter […]

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Ministry: 22 Bus Runs Cancelled On Wednesday

The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [September 30] with the list indicating that there are twenty-two bus runs cancelled today. Related Stories Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Friday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Thursday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Tuesday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Wednesday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Thursday Ministry: Bus Cancellations […]

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Stand tall – even if your knees are shaking! | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda Columnists

I always remind people that health and fitness will save your life. I don’t just mean healthier internally or aesthetically, but also mentally.It takes a strong mind to keep exercising when their body is literally shaking or telling them to stop. The joy then comes in knowing that you’ve shown your body over and over again that it can keep going.As you continue on your fitness journey marvel in your strengths knowing that whilst you are improving physically you are getting mentally stronger
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PLP promises voters it is safe to go to polls | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda News

The Progressive Labour Party has appealed to voters to go to the polls tomorrow and promised that Covid-19 safety measures would be enforced.David Burt, the Premier, said yesterday that safety at polling stations had been a key concern for voters in his constituency.He said: “Everything is being done to ensure that voting on election day will be safe and secure. Our candidates through this campaign have been masked and canvassing in a socially distant manner.”At the polling stations
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PLP hits back over $800,000 loan to Blakey | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda News

The Progressive Labour Party branded attacks over a loan to a United States music promoter a “desperate” election tactic.A party spokeswoman said Anthony Blakey, who disappeared after taking a $800,000 loan in April 2018 to set up a music studio at Dockyard, was previously involved with entertainment at the America’s Cup.The spokeswoman said: “If this company was so disreputable, with no connection to Bermuda and no experience in the country, as the One Bermuda Alliance wants Bermudians to
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Young artists explore the meaning of home | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda News

Pupils won praise for their artwork and helped win cash prizes for their schools.More than 70 pieces of artwork were entered into the Annual Art and Digital Competition, organised by the Mirrors Alumni & Friends Association and Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art.Pupils completed most of their work from home during the Covid-19 pandemic, with the theme “Home – exploring different notions of what constitutes a feeling of belonging”.Artwork, which included nine digital art submission
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Hornets pushing for place in semi-finals | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda Sport

The final three semi-final places in the Dudley Eve Trophy competition will be decided tonight at the National Stadium when the final group matches are held.Devonshire Cougars, with three points from their two group B matches, are already into the last four and are likely to be joined Dandy Town Hornets from that group. Town need just a draw against PHC in tonight’s opening match to advance.Things are closer in group A where the three teams, Somerset Trojans, Robin Hood and North Village w
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The devil is in the detail – or perhaps it’s not | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda Opinion

As discussed yesterday, a party’s platform should be a vital guide to how a party will govern if elected. It should also show that the party is ready to govern from Day 1. The One Bermuda Alliance’s platform, released over the weekend, does neither, because it is so short on detail. That may be because of the suddenness of the election call, but beyond using the OBA’s record when it was in government to argue that it will successfully encourage new investment to Bermuda as a means of rebuil
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‘Be kind’ for Mental Health Awareness Week | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda News

The public were asked yesterday to “be kind” to friends, colleagues and even themselves as part of a campaign designed to boost mental health.The Bermuda Hospitals Board, through the Mid-Atlantic Wellness Institute, will mark Mental Health Awareness Week from Sunday. Kindness will be the theme of the campaign and MWI will highlight its connection to good mental health.A BHB spokeswoman said: “While we all know that when someone is kind to us it makes us feel good, research now shows that it
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Edgar Wilkinson (1929-2020) | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda News

A top businessman and behind the scenes strategist when the former United Bermuda Party governed the island has died. Edgar Wilkinson was 90.Mr Wilkinson was also a board member at the Bermuda Monetary Authority in the 1980s.His businesses included the wholesalers Tobacco Associates, which supplied the island with Cuban cigars, from which he retired in 1998.The Salt Kettle, Paget, resident also ran airport gift shops in the 1990s in partnership with businessman John Casling.Mr
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Our recent trip to the island was a delight | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda Opinion

Dear Sir,There is a good reason we made our first air-travel trip since early March to Bermuda last month. My partner Susan and I, like many people confined to home for six months, decided it was time to get out and test the waters (literally!) and take a trip.We came to Bermuda for a number of reasons – foremost was the strong approach to controlling Covid-19. The testing procedures were handled very well in typical Bermuda style.Scuba diving and snorkelling have always been a draw
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Police officers close to deal over pay cuts | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda News

Police officers are on the verge of an agreement with the Government after months of negotiations over pay cuts, it was revealed last night. But the deal between the Bermuda Police Association and the government negotiating team over the changes, forced by the economic impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, has still to be ratified.The agreement, if approved, would mean police would take part in the government-wide package of cuts for a year.Emmerson Carrington, the chairman of the BPA, sa
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Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Sept 29 2020

September 29 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 1,738.55, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 61 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Wojciechowski: Connection Between ILS & ESG MIH Acquires Controlling Interest In BSX BSX […]

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COVID-19 Update – Premier Remarks 29 September

Premier and Minister of Finance, the Hon. David Burt

Good afternoon Bermuda; and thank you, members of the media, for your attendance today.

I begin today’s press conference on a sombre note. On behalf of the Government of Bermuda and the people of Bermuda, I express my condolences to the family and friends of the young lady who lost her life at the hands of a heartless murderer on Sunset Lane, last evening in Pembroke during the early hours of this morning.

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COVID-19 VACCINE TOP PRIORITY SAY HEALTH MINISTER This Just In Yesterday there were 418 test results received by the M…

COVID-19 VACCINE TOP PRIORITY SAY HEALTH MINISTER This Just In Yesterday there were 418 test results received by the Ministry of Health, and none were positive for COVID-19. Read more on this story click on the link below https://www.tnnbda.com/home/details/NX20200930035322
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GOVERNMENT AND B.P.A. REACH AGREEMENT This Just In After many weeks of negotiations, the Government of Bermuda can co…

GOVERNMENT AND B.P.A. REACH AGREEMENT This Just In After many weeks of negotiations, the Government of Bermuda can confirm that it has reached agreement in principle with the Bermuda Police Association (BPA) that will essentially see the Police participate in the austerity measures programme for a 12-month period. Read more on this story click on the link below https://www.tnnbda.com/home/details/NX20200930031321
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