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| [Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [March 24] with the list indicating that there are three bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.00pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 3 runs cancelled this morning, 14 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]
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| The Bermuda Sloop Foundation [BSF] announced a call for “willing physical or virtual pirates” for the Pirates Of Bermuda Challenge fundraiser, which will take place on April 10th, with the event organisers saying that it will “fully adhere to Covid-19 protocols in place.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Sloop Foundation [BSF] today announced a call for […]
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| The Bermuda Aquarium, Museum, and Zoo [BAMZ] will close the zoo portion of the facility to the general public for three weeks to “limit potential exposure to certain animals that are susceptible to coronaviruses.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Public is advised that the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum, and Zoo [BAMZ], will close the zoo portion […]
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| The Bermuda Arts Centre is getting set to open a members’ show titled ‘Sea And Sand’ on Sunday [March 28] at the Gallery. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Arts Centre is excited to announce the opening of their new show ‘Sea and Sand’. Opening this Sunday, March 28 at the Gallery. “A members’ show featuring […]
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| The Chief Medical Officer “has directed that all students and associated teachers in both the P4 years at Elliot Primary School must be quarantined,” the Government said today. A Government spokesperson said, “Today the Chief Medical Officer has directed that all students and associated teachers in both the P4 years at Elliot Primary School must […]
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| The Hartford has “unanimously rejected” Chubb Limited’s unsolicited proposal to acquire The Hartford. The company said, “The Hartford [HIG] today announced that its board of directors, after consultation with its financial and legal advisors, has unanimously rejected Chubb Limited’s March 11, 2021, unsolicited proposal to acquire The Hartford and determined that entering into discussions regarding […]
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| The police are investigating another “suspicious fire” following a fire at a residence in Pembroke where a “fuel canister containing gasoline was found at the back of the residence.” A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday 23rd March, 2021, police responded to a report of a suspicious fire at a residence on […]
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| The Black Hollywood Education and Resource Center [BHERC] is getting set to screen Compassionate Release – The Ravages Of Time, a short film by Bermudian Wendy Tannock, at their 28th annual Sistas Are Doin’ It For Themselves Short Film Showcase from March 27 to April 11. A spokesperson said, “The Black Hollywood Education and Resource […]
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| The Bermuda Tourism Authority announced changes to spring events calendar, with the Alfresco Dining Festival set to continue, while they will ”pause in-person BTA-curated events temporarily, until the health situation improves.” A spokesperson said, “Due to updated health and safety guidelines, the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] will make some changes to its spring calendar of events. […]
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| Danish helm Nicolai Sehested announced the team who will represent Denmark to compete in the second season of SailGP, which will take part in multiple nations, including one event in Bermuda in April 2021. The SailGP website said, “At a press conference this morning, Danish helm Nicolai Sehested revealed an all-star crew consisting of Olympic […]
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| In the fifth of a new weekly series, Bernews’ latest ‘Wallpaper Wednesday’ graphic allows you to show off your support for Bermuda’s football team — who will be playing against Canada tomorrow — with a Gombey Warriors themed phone lock screen. The design below is also available here as a Facebook profile cover image, and […]
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| The Bermuda Professional Golf Association’s Stroke Play Championships continued at Tuckers Point. Dwayne Pearman remains the leader after his even par second round to remain at 1-over par, while Chaka DeSilva joins him at 1-over par after his second round 1-under par 69. Scott Roy is in third after he shot a second round 1-over […]
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| Daniel Augustus concluded competed on the APGA Tour at the World Golf Village in St. Augustine, Florida. Augustus started the day in 3rd place, but a second and final round 6-over par 78 saw Augustus finish T15th at 4-over par. Related Stories Sherlock Advances In Ghana Championships Bermuda Golfers To Compete In Miami Frankie Rabain […]
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| British Airways will be flying direct from Heathrow to Bermuda starting on March 30, with flights departing London Heathrow at 14:40 and arriving 18:10 same day in Bermuda. A Bermuda Tourism Authority spokesperson said, “Planning your trip to Bermuda is now even more convenient, with non-stop flights [7 hours and 20 minutes] from London Heathrow […]
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| March 23 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,669.61, 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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Good Evening Bermuda,
I am here with you tonight as both the Premier and a fellow Bermudian who understands the frustration that we are all currently experiencing due to this latest outbreak. I see the stress and the angst that so many of you are going through. I am no different from you. Yesterday morning I was crushed by the sight of my daughter crying wondering why she had to quarantine and why she couldn’t hug her daddy like she does many times a day.
Good afternoon.
The Ministry of Health received 866 test results since the last update, and ten were positive for COVID-19. One of the new cases is classified as imported by a resident who arrived on Delta Airlines DL617 from New York on 7 March 2021 and tested positive on their Day 14 test. Six of the new cases are classified as local transmission with known contact as they are associated with known cases.
| As of March 20th, there have been a total of 33,498 vaccinations given, so 32% of the population has received 1 dose, while 20% 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 completed the tenth full week of […]
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| The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] announced the 23-player roster that will represent Bermuda for the first round of the Concacaf World Cup Qualifying matches in Florida. A spokesperson said, “The National Team are looking to build on their momentum from their training camp in Florida, early March in which they had a positive 3-0 results […]
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| The Royal Caribbean cruise line has announced 7-night cruises from “first-time homeport Bermuda”, saying that “sailing with vaccinated crew,” the cruises “will be available to adult guests who are fully vaccinated against Covid-19 and those under the age of 18 with negative test results.” This follows after Minister of Transport Lawrence Scott recently said that […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [March 23] include list of proposed planning applications, acting appointments, appointments and notice of intended marriages. List Of Proposed Planning Applications Advertised March 23, 2021 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Notification Of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID: GN0269/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Planning Publication Date: […]
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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 of Public Works is pleased to advise the public that the Crow Lane and Trimingham Hill Roundabout Easter displays are in place for the public’s enjoyment.
As of yesterday, the Crow Lane and Trimingham Hill Roundabout displays show decorated Easter eggs and Easter bunnies in addition to the plants and flowers.
School students from Dame Marjorie Bean Hope Academy, Elliot Primary, West Pembroke Primary, St. George’s Prep and Purvis Primary decorated the eggs. The Department of Parks staff decorated the bunnies.
The Minister of Education, the Hon. Diallo Rabain, JP, MP, has this afternoon released the following statement to address the proactive measures being made to ensure the health and safety of our Bermuda Public School teachers, students, parents, and the larger community.