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| The Bermuda Fire & Service have extinguished yet another fire, this one located on St Augustine Hill. A BFRS spokesperson said, “On Wednesday March 31, 2021 at 4:10am the Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service dispatch center received a report of a confirmed structural fire on St Augustine Hill. “One appliances from Hamilton Station and one […]
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| The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [March 31] with the list indicating that there are fourteen bus runs cancelled so far today. Related Stories Minibus Operators: It’s Not Financially Viable Govt: Bus Service Resumes On Wednesday Asphalt Resurfacing At Hamilton Bus Terminal DPT Contracts Eight Minibuses To Assist Update On […]
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| In the sixth of a new weekly series, Bernews’ latest ‘Wallpaper Wednesday’ offering is a cheerful Easter egg themed phone lock screen design which incorporates the Bermudiana, Bermuda’s national flower. The design below is also available here as a Facebook and Twitter profile cover image, and you can check back on Bernews every Wednesday for our […]
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| During March, Bernews posted over 200 videos across our various social networks and our dedicated video website Bernews.TV, and the most viewed videos for the month included Desta Wilson singing, a car fire, Government’s Covid-19 press conferences, the supposed protest at Cabinet Grounds and more. As far as Facebook videos, the most viewed for the […]
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| The Cruise Lines International Association — which represents most major cruise lines — called on the U.S. CDC to “allow for the planning of a phased resumption of cruise operations from U.S. ports by the beginning of July.” The CLIA website said, “CLIA, which represents 95% of global ocean-going cruise capacity, today called on the […]
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| March 30 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,604.04, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 58 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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The Minister of National Security, Renee Ming expressed concern about today’s shooting incident in St. George’s saying, “Regrettably we had a firearms incident in the midst of our Country’s fight against the latest Covid-19 outbreak.
“My thoughts are with the victim, his family and everyone who has been impacted by this act of anti-social behaviour. Gun violence has no place in our neighbourhoods, and this incident is extremely concerning, particularly because our people are already weary and anxious at having to deal with the current pandemic challenges we face.”
Good Evening Bermuda,
I am disappointed to have to start today’s press conference with the announcement of a shooting in St. George this afternoon. A male was shot and injured – his injuries do not appear to be life-threatening at this time. Minister Renee Ming and the Bermuda Police Service are issuing statements on this incident, provide further details.
Good afternoon.
The Ministry of Health received 1036 test results since the last update, and 21 were positive for COVID-19.
Ten of the new cases are classified as local transmission with known contact as they are associated with known cases.
The additional eleven new cases are classified as under investigation. These cases are among residents with no currently identified link to other known cases or history of travel in the past 14 days.
Additionally, since the last update, there were no recoveries.
| The police revised the process for the handling of files related to Covid regulation breaches to “ensure the expeditious process of these matters,” and said a ”number of persons will appear in court starting next week.” Assistant Commissioner of Police Martin Weekes said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] has recently undertaken a review of persons addressed […]
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| The Bermuda football team will be playing against Aruba this evening [March 30] as part of the World Cup Qualifiers in Florida. Bermuda’s starting line-up, as posted by the BFA, includes Dale Eve, Eusebio Blankendal, Dante Leverock, Jaylon Bather, Calon Minors, Roger Lee, Lejuan Simmons, Kane Crichlow, Keishon Bean, Tokia Russell and Jahkari Furbert. Graphic courtesy […]
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| A Supreme Court jury has found Jahmico Trott guilty of attempted murder, using a firearm and intimidating a witness. Police Detective Superintendent Nicholas Pedro said, “The Bermuda Police Service welcomes the guilty verdict delivered today in the matter of the attempted murder. “Today, a Supreme Court jury found the defendant Jahmico Trott guilty of: 1. […]
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| As of March 27th, there have been a total of 37,788 vaccinations given, so 35% of the population has received 1 dose, while 24% of the population has received two doses. During tonight’s press conference, the Government also provided the latest vaccination statistics, with Health Minister Kim Wilson saying, “We have now completed the eleventh full week […]
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| The Office of the Auditor General confirmed that they were notified of a positive case amongst their staff, and said their Office will continue to remain closed to walk-ins and a deep clean is scheduled. A spokesperson said, “The Office of the Auditor General, can confirm that they were today notified ‘of a positive case’ […]
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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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| Wednesday, March 31 is expected to be quite cloudy, with a few sunny spells developing, with the high to be near 22°C/71°F and the low to be near 18°C/65°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be east. The relative humidity is expected to be near 81%. Sunrise will be at 7.09am […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [March 30] include the BEDC’s contracts valued at $50,000 or more. PATI: Bermuda Economic Development Corporation Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: PATI Contracts valued $50,000 or more Notice ID: GN0286/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Bermuda Economic Development Corporation Publication date: 30 March 2021 Public Access […]
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| Bermudian Dr. Ty-Ron Douglas, who serves as the Associate Athletic Director for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging at the University Of California Berkeley, has been invited to speak at Sports Business Journal’s virtual All In Forum, which takes place today [March 30] and tomorrow [March 31]. The event website says, “SBJ All In will provide […]
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| RUBiS Energy Bermuda provided information about their opening hours for their various locations during the upcoming Good Friday and Easter Holiday. Related Stories RUBiS Good Friday & Easter Holiday Hours BSX Will Be Closed For Easter Holiday Esso Retail Service Station Holiday Hours RUBiS Energy Good Friday & Easter Hours City Of Hamilton Holiday Trash […]
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| The Senate is scheduled to be in session on Wednesday [March 31] and the only statement listed on the Order Paper is a National Cultural Heritage Policy For Bermuda. The Order of Business follows below [PDF here]: Related Stories Parliament: Audio & Order Of Business Parliament: Audio & Order Of Business Information Commissioner’s ‘Monthly Roundup’ […]
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| On Thursday [April 1], the Bermuda Cricket Board will be hosting a Zoom webinar entitled “The Value Of Cricket” – a webinar discussion on cricket, culture, and sports featuring Premier David Burt, Grenada Prime Minister Dr. Keith Mitchell, BCB President Arnold Manders and Minister of Youth, Culture & Sport Dr Ernest Peets. Related Stories BCUA […]
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| The Government is “asking for patience” as the Covid-19 helpline and the vaccination helpline are “overwhelmed, receiving three times the number of calls,” with almost 1,800 calls yesterday. In releasing last night’s [March 29] test results, the Government said, “The recent increase in numbers means that the Covid-19 helpline and the vaccination helpline are overwhelmed, receiving […]
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| The annual International Business [IB] Week commenced yesterday with a new digital campaign, “International Business is Everyone’s Business”. A Bermuda Business Development agency spokesperson said, “The campaign will promote scholarships and career opportunities in IB available to young people as well as highlight how the island’s global corporations supported the economy and wider community throughout […]
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| [Updating] Police, and crime scene tape, can be seen in St George’s this afternoon [March 30]. Further confirmed details are limited at this time, however we will update as able. Related Stories Two Suspects Arrested, Motorcycle Recovered Member Of Public Hands In Bullet To Police Man Arrested For Possession Of Knife Police: Matter ‘Is Under […]
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| The Ministry of Public Works is advising the public that due to the Good Friday holiday [April 2], garbage normally collected on that day will be collected on Saturday [April 3]. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works is advising that due to the Good Friday holiday [Friday, April 2], garbage normally collected […]
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| West Ham, Leeds United and Aston Villa are all reportedly interested in Bermudian Ajani Burchall, who recently made his pro debut at only 16-years-old. This is according to Football Insider, which said, “Aston Villa have joined the race to sign Bournemouth sensation Ajani Burchall, Football Insider has learned. “The young attacker, 16, is on the radar of […]
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| [Column written by MP Michael Dunkley] As we head towards the Good Friday and Easter Holiday, a big holiday for all of us, one with so much tradition and meaning, we reflect on the current spike and alarming uptick on positive Covid cases. It has now been over a year since the pandemic altered our […]
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| Engineering company iEPC has hired William Welch as an intern as part of his university engineering programme. A spokesperson said, “William is a first year Mechanical Engineering student at the University of Waterloo in Canada. Like many, he attended classes virtually from home in Bermuda during the fall term due to COVID-19 restrictions. “Having completed […]
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| The Bermuda Government released a video about the Criminal Code Amendment Non-Consensual Sharing of Intimate Images Act 2021 with comments from Attorney-General and Minister of Legal Affairs Kathy Lynn Simmons. In an online post, the Government said, “This Bill introduces criminal offences and penalties relating to the nonconsensual sharing, or threat of sharing, intimate images […]
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| The Bermuda National Trust found a bullet during their search of the chimney stacks at Verdmont, as they prepared for upgrades to the building which began in January. BNT posted the photo below on social media, saying: “A bullet was the last thing we expected to find during our search of the chimney stacks at […]
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| Emergency services responded to a collision in Smiths last night [March 29], with firefighters extricating the passenger and the driver from the car, with both persons then transported to KEMH via ambulance. A BFRS spokesperson said, “At 11:26pm on Monday March 29, 2021, the Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service dispatch center received a report of […]
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