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| The Bermuda Monetary Authority has issued a “Public Censure” to Blue Nile Services Limited. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Monetary Authority [Authority] has issued a Public Censure to Blue Nile Services Limited (Company), a money service business provider, for a number of breaches of the Proceeds of Crime (Anti-Money Laundering and Anti-Terrorist Financing) Regulations 2008 (POCA […]
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| The National Archery Association of Bermuda held its Annual General Meeting recently, and their Executive and Management Team are below. Executive Members President – Ross Roberts Vice President – William Pickering Secretary – Trina N Roberts Treasurer – Robert O’Connor Management Team Camerin Pickering Bernard Wade III Related Stories Results: Gold Point Archery League National […]
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| Colonial offices will reopen to walk-ins today [Tuesday] from 12PM – 4PM, and will be available remotely from 8:30AM – 5:00PM. A spokesperson for Colonial said: “Our offices will reopen to walk-ins as of 12 pm – 4 pm, Tuesday September 22. We are available and working remotely from 8:30 am – 5:00 pm. “For […]
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| Conor White claimed yet another podium spot competing in the Hamilton Cycling Club’s Time Trial in Ontario, Canada. White finished in second place behind Carson Mattern. Mattern clocked a winning time of 19:11, and White was clocked across the line 11 seconds back in 19:22. Related Stories Hopkins Named To Class Of Academic All-Stars Caitlin […]
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| Dennico Hollis is enjoying cricket in Scotland as he and his Stenhousemuir 1st XI teammates defeated Drumpellier Cricket Club by 24 runs. Batting first Stenhousemuir were bowled out for 155, opener Gowtham Rai was the top scorer with 72, while Hollis was out for 10. Hollis faced 13 balls in 13 minutes hitting one four. […]
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| [Opinion column written by Scott Pearman] If you are reading this, then I suspect you are someone who is naturally curious. Curious about what other people have to say about things. Curious as to whether you may agree or disagree. Perhaps you are seeking to confirm your existing viewpoints? Perhaps you are shaking your head […]
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Good afternoon. Thank you for joining us today for an update on Hurricane Teddy. I am joined by Ms. Kelly Trott of the Disaster Risk Reduction and Mitigation Team.
We also have the Director of the Bermuda Weather Service, Dr. Mark Guishard with us on the call. Dr. Guishard, please give us an update on Hurricane Teddy.
Following this afternoon’s Emergency Measures Organization meeting, I can report:
Public Works structural engineers inspected the Causeway this afternoon and reported that it is structurally sound. The Causeway reopened this afternoon.
Following today’s EMO press conference, here is an update on the bus and ferry service:
The public bus and school bus service is now scheduled to resume normal operations on Tuesday, 22 September.
The Ministry can further advise that the ferry service is suspended but will resume operations at 3:00 pm on Tuesday, 22 September.
The Ministry thanks the team at the Department of Public Transportation and would like to extend its thanks to the Department of Parks and the Royal Bermuda Regiment for their help with the resumption of bus service.
| HSBC Bank Bermuda Limited will reopen for business on Tuesday. A spokesperson said, “Following receipt this evening of the EMO’s all clear post Hurricane Teddy, HSBC Bank Bermuda Limited will reopen for business on Tuesday, 22nd September at 9:00 am. “We apologize for any inconvenience caused by our closure due to Hurricane Teddy and thank all […]
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| The Bermuda Stock Exchange will reopen on Tuesday morning. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Stock Exchange and the market will reopen at 8:30am on Tuesday, 22 September 2020.” You can view our live updates on Hurricane Teddy and Hurricane Paulette here, and all our coverage of Hurricane Teddy here. Related Stories BSX Closed On Monday […]
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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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| Clarien Bank will resume their normal business operations on Tuesday following the passage of Hurricane Teddy. A spokesperson said, “Clarien Bank will resume normal business operations on Tuesday, September 22 following closure due to Hurricane Teddy. A thorough assessment of all facilities and systems has been completed to ensure the safety and security of our […]
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| Bermuda’s Zeiko Lewis scored for his Charleston Battery team as they played to a 2-0 win over Miami FC. The club’s match report said, “The Battery punched their ticket to the postseason for a thirteenth consecutive season after a 2-0 victory over Miami FC Sunday night at Patriots Point. While brushing off a shaky start […]
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| The Bank of Butterfield will be open for business at 9.00am tomorrow [Sept 22]. A spokesperson said, “The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited advises the public that its offices and Banking Centres in Bermuda will be open for business as usual at 9:00 a.m. ADT on Tuesday, 22 September 2020.” You can view […]
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The Minister for National Security, the Hon. Renee Ming, JP, MP stated, “The structural engineers have inspected the Causeway and report it is structurally sound. During the EMO meeting this afternoon, we made the decision to reopen the Causeway. Current weather forecasts indicate the winds will increase overnight, however these higher winds are not expected to impact travel on the Causeway.
| [Updating] Hurricane Paulette has now passed Bermuda and it was quickly followed by Hurricane Teddy, which brought tropical storm force winds to the island, with its closest approach being earlier Monday [Sept 21]. We will continue to provide updates on Hurricane Teddy below. Your screen will automatically refresh with the latest updates Related Stories Two […]
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| Police responded to a report of a sexual assault yesterday [Sept 20] in the area of Fairylands Road Junction, Pitts Bay Road in Pembroke, and appealing for residents of the area with CCTV cameras, to please review the footage on their devices for any suspicious activity. A police spokesperson said, “At around 7:00 a.m. on […]
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| The Regulatory Authority of Bermuda has announced the implementation of Principles of Consumer Protection and Market Review, with both initiatives aimed at “increasing protection for consumers.” A spokesperson said, “The Regulatory Authority today announced the implementation of two new sets of standards to increase protection for consumers in both the electronic communications and electricity sectors. […]
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| Jyire Mitchell recently competed in round one of the Rockstar Triple Crown SX in Norfolk County, Ontario, Canada. Competing in the 250 Pro Division, Mitchell took the podium with a third place finish. In the first race, Mitchell finished third before finishing third in the second race of the day to end up with six […]
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| The Bermuda Flag Football League [BFFL] 2020 Fall Season continued at the TN Tatem Middle School Field with 104 points on the board in a doubleheader. In the opener the Beer-Muda Misfits went down 39 – 6 to the Black Shark$, the Player of the Game for Beer-Muda Misfits was Matt McPhail with 1 passing […]
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| The Winners Edge Road Race took place in humid conditions with Kaden Hopkins, Cameron Morris, Pete Crayford, and Caitlin Conyers all declared winners of their Divisions. The Men’s A Division was a close race with Hopkins clocked across the line in a time of 1:49:53.192, Liam Flannery was second in a time of 1:49:53.314 and […]
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| BELCO said that “preparations have been made in advance of Hurricane Teddy and BELCO crews will be on stand-by to respond to any outages and begin repairs as soon as it is safe to do so once the storm has passed.” A spokesperson said, “BELCO is closely monitoring the approach of Hurricane Teddy. Preparations have […]
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