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| The Government has “been inundated with exemption requests” and “the vast majority of these requests will not be approved” and we “must recognize that we are under a Stay at Home Order for a reason.” This was from Health Minister Kim Wilson, who in releasing tonight’s test results said, “Another important note, with community transmission – […]
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Premier the Hon. David Burt, JP, MP and Deputy Premier the Hon. Walter Roban, JP, MP today joined an emergency meeting of the Caricom Heads of Government, convened to receive the latest reports on the continuing impact of the eruption of La Soufriere on the Island of St. Vincent.
The Ministry of Health received 1,528 test results since the last update, and 37 were positive for the coronavirus, yielding a test positivity rate of 2.4%
• One of the new cases is classified as imported by a non-resident who arrived on British Airways BA 159 from London on 30 March 2021 and tested positive on their Day 14 test
• 19 of the new cases are classified as local transmission with known contact as associated with known cases.
| The Ministry received 1,528 test results since the last update, and 37 were positive for the coronavirus — one classified as imported, 19 as local transmission with known contact, and 17 as under investigation – so there are now 866 active cases, of which 42 people are in hospital with five in ICU. The island […]
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| Winnie Oatley recently celebrated her 103rd birthday by planting a cedar tree on Trunk Island in Harrington Sound, the Bermuda Zoological Society’s [BZS] “Living Classroom”. A spokesperson said, “When centenarian Winnie Oatley turned 103 in February, her grandsons Kevin, Stephen, Robert and Geoff Blee marked the occasion by planting a cedar tree on Trunk Island […]
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| Bermuda will commit $50,000 to assist St. Vincent as the island nation deals with a volcanic eruption, with the Government saying that we have a “moral imperative to play our part in the regional and international effort to help.” A Government spokesperson said, “Premier the Hon. David Burt, JP, MP and Deputy Premier the Hon. […]
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| Raleigh Bermuda is offering its thanks to community members who purchased diapers, food, and formula for donation over the Easter holiday. A spokesperson said, “On March 31, 2021, Raleigh Bermuda appealed to the community for donations for the Alumni Relief Programme and received an overwhelming response of donations from the community. “Raleigh Bermuda would like […]
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| The RA fee increase, as mandated by the RA, will be applied to bills beginning on May 1st, BELCO advised today. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] has advised customers that the Bermuda Regulatory Authority [RA] announced on Wednesday, April 14 that electricity fees paid to the RA [‘RA fee’] will temporarily […]
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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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| Friday, April 16 is expected to see cloudy, showers/rain become more frequent by evening, 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 SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 78%. Sunrise will be at 6.49am and […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [April 15] include notice of a grant of bulk generation licence. Notice Of Grant Of Bulk Generation Licence Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN0338/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication Date: 15 April 2021 Notice Of Grant Of Bulk Generation […]
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The Ministry of Transport can confirm that bus service has resumed today (April 15, 2021).
Buses are currently following the Sunday schedule with additional runs in the morning and evening during the Stay-at-Home order and will resume regular service once the SAH has ended.
Minister of Transport, the Hon. Lawrence Scott, JP MP, encourages the public to stay at home in line with the mandatory Government order and to only utilise the Bermuda bus service if necessary.
The Transport Control Department wishes to remind the public that their offices will be closed to walk-in customers during the Stay-at-Home order.
Individuals whose vehicles will expire during this period are encouraged to first renew their insurance policy and then re-license their vehicle(s) online at etcd.gov.bm.
Education Reform for the Bermuda Public School System continues this week with the launch of the engagement process to determine signatures for the first two senior signature schools. The Ministry of Education is inviting the general public to weigh in and provide their input and feedback during an engaging consultation on proposed signatures senior schools.
| A petition was started today — attaining over 2,000 signatures in under 5 hours — asking the Bermuda Government to “allow people to buy from farm and fisherman stalls” during the Stay At Home period, which began on Tuesday. The petition says, “The Bermuda Shelter in Place regulations allow farmers and fishermen to continue to […]
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| Leonard Williams has been named one of Destinations International’s 2021 30 Under 30 recipients. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] is thrilled to announce that Leonard Williams has been named one of Destinations International’s 2021 30 Under 30 recipients. “Williams, Experience Satisfaction Coordinator, has been employed with the BTA since 2016. The 26-year-old has […]
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| There is a fake email circulating purporting to be from the Minister of Health which is attempting to seek personal information from people. A Government spokesperson said, “The Government of Bermuda is advising the public that it is aware of a Phishing email circulating, purporting to be from the Minister of Health. “The email indicates […]
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| There is a fake email circulating purporting to be from the Minister of Health which is attempting to seek personal information from people. A Government spokesperson said, “The Government of Bermuda is advising the public that it is aware of a Phishing email circulating, purporting to be from the Minister of Health. “The email indicates […]
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| The Ministry of Transport confirmed that bus service resumed today [April 15] and urged people “to stay at home in line with the mandatory Government order and to only utilise the Bermuda bus service if necessary.” A spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Transport can confirm that bus service has resumed today [April 15, 2021]. “Buses […]
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| The Ministry of Education is inviting the general public to provide feedback during a consultation on proposed signatures senior schools. A Government spokesperson said, “Education Reform for the Bermuda Public School System continues this week with the launch of the engagement process to determine signatures for the first two senior signature schools. The Ministry of […]
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| The Transport Control Department is reminding the public “that their offices will be closed to walk-in customers during the Stay-at-Home order.” A spokesperson said, “Individuals whose vehicles will expire during this period are encouraged to first renew their insurance policy and then re-license their vehicle[s] online at etcd.gov.bm.” “Customers who experience problems re-licensing their vehicle[s] […]
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| SailGP applied for exemptions to continue their operations during the ‘Stay at Home’ order, and “today these exemptions have been granted,” the organisation said, adding that the “on-water safety trials and training, that are vital to ensure the safety of all competitors in the event next weekend, will resume this afternoon on the Great Sound.” […]
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| Ayleal Dill, Seke Spence, and their Ilkeston Town’s teammates defeated Awsworth Villa Football Club 3 – 1, with Dill notching two goals for the team. Dill scored the first goal through a penalty after he was brought down in the box. The match was halted for 20 minutes with an injury stoppage after Dill and […]
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| Charles H. Jeffers II — the newly appointed Bermuda Tourism Authority Chief Executive Officer — will be joining Bernews this afternoon [April 15] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series. In announcing his appointment, the BTA previously said, “Jeffers, a twenty-six-year veteran of the destination marketing industry, was hired through a […]
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| Minister Walter Roban — the elected MP for Constituency #15 Pembroke East — has “pledged to work with the community to rebuild the Pigs Field playground in his constituency which was destroyed by fire on 10 April 2021.” “It’s a shame what happened and I do support the Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service and the […]
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| AXIS Capital Holdings announced a preliminary first quarter net loss estimate for catastrophes and other weather-related events in the range of $105 million to $115 million, pre-tax [$95 million to $105 million, after-tax]. A spokesperson said, “The pre-tax net loss estimate includes an amount of $80 million to $90 million for Winter Storms Uri and Viola, […]
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| Alexis Trott and her Towson University Track & Field teammates recently wrapped up competing at the Mason Spring Invitational, hosted by George Mason. Trott ran a time of 12.80 in the women’s 100m dash, finishing fourth in heat 3, with that time seeing her finish 18th overall. The track and field athlete also competed in […]
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| Shiona Turini has been featured on the cover of the The New York Times’ T Magazine along with Daniel Kaluuya, Lena Waithe, Melina Matsoukas, William Hazel, Alisa Reynolds, and Cynthia Eriv, with the NYT calling them “a wide-ranging group of talents who’ve made a point of championing one another, and of helping to pave the […]
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| RenaissanceRe announced it estimates that “losses from Winter Storm Uri will have a net negative impact of approximately $180 million on the Company’s first quarter 2021 results of operations.” A spokesperson said, “Winter Storm Uri was a major wind and ice storm that impacted the U.S. in February 2021, causing widespread damage in many areas, including Texas. For the first quarter of […]
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| April 14 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,594.91, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 decline, and 63 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories ‘Active And Significant Year For The BSX’ MIH Acquires 100% Ownership Of The […]
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This evening, the Minister of Health, the Hon. Kim Wilson regrets to advise the public that sadly, Bermuda has experienced another COVID-19 death.
This brings the total number of COVID-19 deaths in Bermuda to 17.
| The Government has issued new information about the testing centers, saying that ”the new testing protocols will allow three additional testing methods” and also confirming that the Perot Post Office center will be used for travelers. A Government spokesperson said, “Minister Wilson also took this opportunity to remind the public of the expanded coronavirus testing programme. […]
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| The Government has confirmed the sad news that Bermuda has experienced another Covid-19 death. A Government spokesperson said, “This evening, the Minister of Health Kim Wilson regrets to advise the public that sadly, Bermuda has experienced another Covid-19 death. This brings the total number of Covid-19 deaths in Bermuda to 17. Minister Wilson said this […]
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| There were 1,521 test results received and 51 were positive — 4 imported, 12 local transmission with known contact and 35 under investigation — so there are now 880 active cases, of which 39 are people are in hospital with 5 in ICU. The Government also confirmed the very sad news that Bermuda has experienced […]
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The Office of the Tax Commissioner is advising that the due date for January to March 2021 e-filed payroll tax returns is tomorrow, April 15, 2021.
Mandatory e-filers are reminded that they are required to file online.
The due date for all other taxes and manually filed payroll tax returns is extended to April 30, 2021.
To set up to filing online, please visit www.etax.gov.bm and select Register.