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| Rockal Evans was back in action competing in the Australia Finn Club Championship Series. A total eight boats went to the start line for the three races held in Series 3 Race Day Two, with Evans picking up two wins and finished with 5 points on the day. The Bermudian sailor leads the Club Championship […]
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| Horizon Communications is offering “burstable” internet service for its business customers, with the company saying at peak usage periods their “business internet bursts to give customers a boost of additional bandwidth so nothing slows down.” A spokesperson said, “When businesses hit a busy period, and staff demand more from their internet, service usually slows down, causing […]
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| UN Secretary-General António Guterres said he wants to “begin the year by raising five alarms — on Covid-19, global finance, climate action, lawlessness in cyberspace, and peace and security.” Speaking to the General Assembly in New York, Mr Guterres said, “We begin another year in the grips of a global pandemic. Covid-19 continues to upend […]
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| Following the Bermuda Football Associations Premier and First Division matches over the weekend, a look at some of the latest statistics is below. Premier Division After eleven rounds of the Premier Division Football action, the Dandy Town Hornets are the league leaders with 30 points, having played 11 games, they lead the PHC Zebras by […]
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| January 24 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,752.34, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 63 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Jan 21 2022 LOM Company Shares Purchased By Director […]
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Good evening all,
Please see the below press statement from the Ministry of Public Works regarding domestic waste and Christmas tree collection:
The Ministry of Public works advises that there will be some minor delays in collecting domestic waste this week due to staff numbers impacted by the latest COVID outbreak.
Staff are being repositioned within the department to ensure that waste is collected on designated days. The public will see trucks collecting trash later than usual on those days to keep up with demand.
Today we are reporting another two coronavirus related deaths”, said Minister of Health, Kim Wilson, JP, MP. “I extend heartfelt condolences to their families and friends, and I am praying for those currently in hospital with coronavirus related illnesses. I sincerely hope that they all recover soon.”
Since the last update, the Ministry of Health received 7344 test results, and 496 were positive for the coronavirus.
These results are from testing done on:
§ Wednesday: 145 positive out of 1861 results (7.8% positivity)
The Cabinet Office advised today that in accordance with Section 31(1) (b) of the Bermuda Constitution Order 1968, Mr. Curtis Richardson has submitted his resignation to the President of the Senate with effect from 31st January 2022. An appointment to the vacant seat will be made in the coming weeks.
As reported by the Bermuda Police Service, on Sunday, 23 January, nine buses at the Department of Transportation (DPT) Dockyard deport were vandalized, and fare vaults were removed and destroyed. DPT has moved the buses to headquarters to begin repairs. The police investigation is ongoing, and any persons with information about the incident are encouraged to contact the Bermuda Police Service on 211.
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) wishes to advise the public that most air conditioning refrigerants released into the air contribute to climate change or depletion of the ozone layer. In an effort to avoid this, all domestic and commercial HVAC system technicians who handle or manage refrigerant gases must have undergone the necessary training and have a valid “Certified Technician” photo ID Card issued by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources. This helps to ensure the proper reclamation, reuse or disposal of refrigerants.
| The vaccine for the 5 to 11 year old age group is “not available through Public Health England, and we are trying to source a supply as quickly as possible,” the Ministry said. In releasing the tonight’s test results, Minister of Health Kim Wilson said, “We have had a lot of queries regarding Covid-19 vaccinations […]
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| The Ministry of Public Works advised that there “will be some minor delays in collecting domestic waste this week due to staff numbers impacted by the latest Covid outbreak.” A Government spokesperson said, “Staff are being repositioned within the department to ensure that waste is collected on designated days. The public will see trucks collecting […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Jan 24] include the notification of planning applications registered and large group exemptions. List of Proposed Planning Applications Advertised on January 24, 2022 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Notification of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID: GN0119/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Planning Publication date: 24 January 2022 Listing […]
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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 Ministry received 7344 test results – spanning four days — and 496 were positive, so there are 1719 active cases, of which 16 people are in hospital, with 3 in ICU, and sadly the Ministry also confirmed there have been two more coronavirus related deaths. The 1719 active cases is a decrease from the […]
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| Curtis Richardson has “submitted his resignation to the President of the Senate,” the Government has just confirmed. A Government spokesperson said, “The Cabinet Office advised today that in accordance with Section 31[1] [b] of the Bermuda Constitution Order 1968, Mr. Curtis Richardson has submitted his resignation to the President of the Senate with effect from […]
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| Cal Athletics — where Bermudian Dr. Ty-Ron Douglas works – is hosting a virtual ‘Pain Into Purpose‘ educational and empowerment session this evening [Jan 24], with people in Bermuda invited to join. A spokesperson said, “The Pain Into Purpose Bermuda movement has been embraced by the University of California, Berkeley Athletics Department / Cal Athletics, who are […]
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| The Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Bermuda announced that Cha’Von Clarke-Joell will be the new Assistant Commissioner. A spokesperson said, “Starting March 2022, Assistant Commissioner Clarke-Joell will lead the policy and engagement unit for the Office, with varied responsibilities for public-facing community interactions, strategic communications, research and policy development, and general administration. “Mrs. Clarke-Joell […]
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| 14 alarm activations, 5 collisions, 2 assaults, loud music complaints and a prowling report were among the incidents the police attended this past weekend as they responded to 69 calls for service. In providing an update on the weekend activity, the police posted the photo below online, saying, “The Bermuda Police Service attended 69 calls […]
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| Police have issued 341 moving violation tickets in the last two weeks as part of Operation Vega, with 4,893 tickets issued since the deployment of the operation six months ago. A police spokesperson said, “As Operation Vega continues, 341 moving violation tickets were issued over the last two weeks. That’s 12 fewer than the 353 […]
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| One Communications has announced the introduction of unlimited smartphone data plans with no overages, with the plans available since November of last year. A spokesperson said, “One Communications announced the introduction of unlimited smartphone data plans with no overages. The plans became available on November 26, 2021 as part of the holiday promotions. “Unlimited plans […]
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| Appleby is welcoming James Batten and Melinda Mayne to its growing Bermuda office. A spokesperson said, “Appleby is delighted to welcome two new associates, James Batten and Melinda Mayne, to its growing Bermuda office. “James is an associate in Appleby’s Dispute Resolution department. He is an experienced advocate and litigator. Before moving to Bermuda, James […]
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A New Year, brings a new start and with that the BRSC wants to encourage motorists to aim for better driving behaviors in this New Year. In 2022 the BRSC aims to reduce collisions and fatalities on our roads and it takes all road users doing their part to help.
Today, the Head of the Public Service Dr. Derrick Binns announced the appointment of Keeva Joell-Benjamin as the Commissioner of Corrections.
And in an historic milestone, Ms. Joell-Benjamin becomes Bermuda’s first female Commissioner of Corrections.
Ms. Joell-Benjamin’s appointment became effective January 17, 2022.
Having joined the service in 1991, Ms. Joell-Bemjamin rose through the ranks of the Corrections Department.
She began her 30-year career as a Basic Officer and has worked in the majority of the Corrections facilities.
| Keeva Joell-Benjamin has been appointed as the new Commissioner of Corrections, becoming Bermuda’s first female Commissioner of Corrections. A Government spokesperson said, “Today, the Head of the Public Service Dr. Derrick Binns announced the appointment of Keeva Joell-Benjamin as the Commissioner of Corrections. “And in an historic milestone, Ms. Joell-Benjamin becomes Bermuda’s first female Commissioner […]
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| A “number of buses” at the Dockyard Depot were broken into and vaults — where passengers deposit their fare — were stolen, with the vaults containing “an unknown quantity of cash,” the police have confirmed. Footage circulating suggested that nine buses were broken into with their vaults stolen, and we asked police for comment, and […]
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