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| The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday October 31st. On Monday the Oleander container ship is expected, on Tuesday the Somers container ship will arrive, and on Thursday the Vanquish container ship is scheduled to arrive. The weekly shipping schedule, which is subject […]
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| The Bermuda Legislature — which was dissolved on August 21st prior to the 2020 General Election — will reconvene this coming Friday [Nov 6] in St George’s. The session will take place in the east end to mark the 400th anniversary of the Legislature, and the official Parliament website describes the history by saying: “Bermuda’s […]
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| Bacardi Limited announced the appointment of Mauricio Vergara as President and Chief Operating Officer [COO] of Patrón. A spokesperson said, “Bacardi Limited, the world’s largest privately held spirits company, announces the appointment of Mauricio Vergara as President and Chief Operating Officer [COO] of Patrón. A seven-year Bacardi veteran, Vergara has a diverse background serving in […]
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| October 30 saw 24,632 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $154,911.72 BD. 532 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing down 10.0% at $25.21 per share, while another 100 shares were traded by Somers Limited, closing even at $14.00 per share. 21,000 shares were traded by Argus Group Holdings […]
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The Department of Public Transportation (DPT) advises the public that the Central Bus Terminal kiosk will close at 3:00 pm today (Friday, October 30th) for repairs.
The kiosk is expected to resume normal operations tomorrow (Saturday, October 31st).
The DPT apologizes to the public for the late notice and for any inconvenience this may cause.
The Registry General is today reminding the public of the process for obtaining a death certificate. In light of recent stories in the media, we would like to explain the process to avoid any unnecessary confusion for families,” said Registrar General, Aubrey Pennyman.
“Any assertions reported in the Royal Gazette that a delay in the issuing of a death certificate can be attributed to the Registry General Department is incorrect.
| [Written by Don Burgess] The swirling winds sweeping across the Port Royal Golf Course shattered many a player’s dreams today in the PGA Bermuda Championship. Yesterday there were more than 80- players under par. Today? Less than two dozen. Round 2 highlights, video courtesy of the PGA Tour Americans Ryan Armour and Wyndham Clark are tied on […]
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| Bermuda’s Spa Month returns this November, with “numerous properties offering substantial deals to travellers and residents throughout November.” A BTA spokesperson said, “Bermuda’s spas are gearing up for a month-long promotion of health and wellness, with numerous properties offering substantial deals to travellers and residents throughout November. “Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] launched Bermuda Spa Month […]
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| At the Annual General Meeting of the Association held today [Oct 30] provided for by section 5[1] of the Bermuda Bar Act 1974, the membership elected a Bar Council and Officers of the Association for the ensuing year as follows: Officers: President Elizabeth Christopher Vice President Cindy E. Clarke Honorary Secretary George N.H. Jones Members: […]
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| The BFA Competition’s Committee has decided that Wolves will forfeit the match that was scheduled for October 18th, and a score of 3-0 will be awarded to Ireland Rangers FC. A spokesperson said, “The First Division match that was scheduled for Sunday, October 18th, 2020, between Ireland Rangers FC and Wolves SC, did not kick […]
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| The Bermuda National Gallery and Goslings Rum have teamed up to launch their first annual Holiday Wrapping Paper Design Competition. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda National Gallery and Goslings Rum have teamed up to launch their first Annual Holiday Wrapping Paper Design Competition. “Artists and designers – both professional and amateur – are invited to […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Oct 30] include cancellation of registration, convening of legislature, trade mark applications, acting appointments, and large group exemptions. Bermuda Monetary Authority Axis Ventures Limited Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Cancellation Of Registration Notice ID: GN0985/2020 Public Authorities / Department: Bermuda Monetary Authority Publication Date: 30 […]
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| Saturday, October 31 is expected to see early cloud giving way to long sunny periods, with the high to be near 24°C/76°F and the low to be near 21°C/70°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NNE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 73%. Sunrise will be at 7.36am […]
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The Bermuda Airport Authority (BAA) recently confirmed that the L.F. Wade International Airport operator Skyport has submitted its latest minimum revenue guarantee certificate.
An additional $15 million is now required to be paid by the BAA to Skyport. This funding will take the form of a further grant from the Government of Bermuda to the BAA. This is the second such payment, the first having been $5.7 million paid last month.
Yesterday, there were 992 test results received by the Ministry of Health, and one was positive for COVID-19. This most recent case is classified as imported having arrived on BA 2233 from London on 24 October. This case is a visitor (non-resident) who tested positive on their day 4 test and was asymptomatic. Case isolation and contact tracing has begun.
Bermuda now has 199 total confirmed positive cases. Their status is as follows:
| Airport operator Skyport has submitted its latest minimum revenue guarantee certificate and an “additional $15 million is now required to be paid by the BAA to Skyport,” the Government said today. A Government spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Airport Authority [BAA] recently confirmed that the L..F. Wade International Airport operator Skyport has submitted its latest minimum […]
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| Players and staff of the Phoenix World Tens Series team used their down time on Thursday morning to volunteer for the Keep Bermuda Beautiful charity. Head Coach Braam van Straaten and his playing squad collected cans and bottles for recycling and other pieces of trash along the railway walk as a way of showing their […]
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| There were 992 test results received yesterday and one was positive for Covid-19 — which is classified as imported — so Bermuda now has 14 active cases. A Government spokesperson said, “Yesterday, there were 992 test results received by the Ministry of Health, and one was positive for COVID-19. This most recent case is classified […]
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| There was a “disturbance involving several persons in the parking lot of Southampton Rangers Club” last night [Oct 29] which resulted in one male receiving stab wounds. A police spokesperson said, “At around 9:12 p.m. on Thursday 29th October, police received reports of a disturbance involving several persons in the parking lot of Southampton Rangers […]
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| Mount Saint Agnes Academy held a Pumpkin Patch Display last week, with over 114 pumpkins submitted for the display. A spokesperson said, “Last week MSA held a Pumpkin Patch Display with gourd-geous creations by elementary and middle school students. Over 114 pumpkins were submitted for the display. “Entries that were received included painted and decorated […]
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| The Bermuda Environmental Sustainability Taskforce [BEST] has unveiled a new strategy to “guide their ongoing work of ensuring the protection, conservation, and preservation of Bermuda’s natural environment.” A spokesperson said, “One of the island’s leading nonprofit environmental organisations, BEST is pleased to announce a new strategy to guide their ongoing work of ensuring the protection, […]
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| Bermuda is featured in November’s Travel + Leisure magazine, with the cover showcasing a photo taken on the island and the issue including an article highlighting Bermudians who give “travelers an insider’s perspective of the island’s dynamic culture.” The article is titled “Straight from the source,” and states, “From an Instagram star who leads photo […]
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| The Golf Channel — a part of NBC Sports Group — is covering the Bermuda Championships, and you can take a look at some of their coverage below. The video’s description says, “Peter Malnati has set the early pace at the Bermuda Championship with a sizzling 8-under 63. Golf Central breaks it down.” Related Stories Video: Camiko […]
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| Puerto Rico’s Rafael Campos was one of the golfers in action yesterday [Oct 29] during the first round of the Bermuda Championship, with his opening shot seeing the ball find an unusual resting place. Teeing off on the signature 16th, Campos’ ball went way off the fairway, took an unfortunate bounce, and ended up underneath […]
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| Bermuda’s Camiko Smith made a birdie on the par-4 fourth of the Bermuda Championships. Mr Smith, along with Anthony Phipps, and Michael Sims — are the Bermudians who secured a spot in the prestigious golf tournament. The PGA Tour tweeted a video, saying: “Camiko Smith made birdie on the par-4 fourth @Bermuda_Champ, the hole he […]
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| The leaders of Faith Communities in Bermuda urge residents to offer “thoughts, prayers, or meditation for the people of the United States, as they engage in their General Election.” In a joint statement, the leaders of Faith Communities in Bermuda said, “We, the undersigned leaders of Faith Communities in Bermuda, invite and encourage residents across […]
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| The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [October 30] with the list indicating that there are three bus runs cancelled so far today. Related Stories Govt: Bus Service Resumes On Wednesday Asphalt Resurfacing At Hamilton Bus Terminal DPT Contracts Eight Minibuses To Assist Update On Bus Service And New Schedule Hamilton […]
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