Ag Show to go virtual
The annual Bermuda Agricultural Exhibition will go ahead this year – but with a difference. For the first time, the display of farm animals and agricultural products will be held virtually. Because of…
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Video: Minister Furbert Press Conference
| Minister of Social Development and Seniors Tinee Furbert is holding a press conference this morning [Feb 24] with the Salvation Army and St. John’s Ambulance to “discuss Emergency Shelter.” We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update: The live broadcast has concluded and the 24-minute replay […]
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Honouring Achievements Of Eugene Cox
| As we celebrate Black History Month, BELCO said they are honoured to remember the achievements of Eugene Cox, saying “his 23 years with BELCO were a testament to tearing down racial barriers, determination and hard work.” A spokesperson said, “In 1962, Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] hired a young black man to work as […]
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Football: Bermuda To Play Canada In March
| Bermuda’s Men’s National Football Team is set to play against Canada on March 25 in Orlando for the Concacaf Qualifiers for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. This is according to a statement on the Canadian Premier League website, which said, “Canada’s bid to qualify for the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar 2022 will begin […]
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BIOS Internship Opportunities For Students
| When the ongoing pandemic scuttled Maya Leighton’s plans this fall to attend a university overseas, she instead enrolled for a year at Bermuda College. There, a professor noted Ms Leighton’s commitment to marine sciences and suggested a unique opportunity. How about spending Saturdays at BIOS, learning about coral reefs, marine microplastics, plankton, and mangrove restoration […]
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BIMA Appoints Grainne Richmond As President
| The Bermuda Insurance Managers Association announced that Grainne Richmond has been appointed President. A spokesperson said, “Ms. Richmond, who is Vice President, Strategic Risk Solutions [SRS], takes up her position at the volunteer non-profit organization on March 1, 2021. “She will be joined by Aon’s Alicia Skeete and Artex’s William Wood as Vice Presidents; Marsh’s […]
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Hopkins Finishes Third In Dominican Republic
| Kaden Hopkins recently continued competing in the National Independence Cyclistic Vuelta 2021, with Stage Two seeing competitors race over a 180 kilometer distance. Hopkins decided to make a move with just 2K to go, going for a solo break while the sprinters’ teams were forming their plans. Hopkins was literally caught on the line, finishing […]
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1215 Lionfish Caught During Winter Derby
| The 7th annual Winter Lionfish Derby took place from January 1st through 31st, 2021, and had 74 active participants who successfully caught 1215 lionfish – which the organisers said was “the most lionfish ever caught in Bermuda during a single month.” A spokesperson said, “Since 2013, the Bermuda Lionfish Task Force [BLTF] has brought together […]
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Bermuda Fire, Rescue Service Extinguish Car Fire
| The Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service extinguished a vehicle fire in the Cobbs Hill area. A BFRS spokesperson said, “A 1:59pm on February 22 2021, Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service Dispatch revived a report of a vehicle on fire at Cobbs Hill. “BFRS responded with one appliance from the Hamilton Fire Station with a total of […]
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Sea Kayaker Aleksander Doba Dies At Age 74
| Polish sea kayaker Aleksander Doba – known for making the transatlantic journey from Europe to North America aboard a kayak – passed away this week. According to multiple Polish media reports, Mr Doba died while climbing Mount Kilimanjaro. “It is with profound regret that we announce the death of the great kayaker Alesander Doba on February […]
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Free Transport To Vaccine Appt For AC Members
| Starting on Monday March 1, adults aged 50+ who require assistance with transportation to their scheduled vaccine appointment can call Age Concern to arrange free transportation, Minister of Health Kim Wilson said. Speaking at last night’s [Feb 24] press briefing, Minister Wilson said, “I am also pleased to announce a partnership with the Ministry of Health […]
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Marc Bean assails Burt leadership
The Premier has been accused of “attempting to spark up base emotions” and create a divide with Britain by Marc Bean, the leader of new political contenders the Free Democratic Movement. Mr Bean, a fo…
MP slams Governor over ‘no place for racism’ remark
A Government MP has dismissed claims by the new Governor that there was “no place” for racism in Bermuda. Derrick Burgess, the Deputy Speaker of the House, hit back after Rena Lalgie, the Governor, sa…
Age-related driving test could be upped from 65 to 70
Older drivers will have the period before they have to pass extra tests to retain their licences extended if legislation tabled in the House of Assembly is approved. The Motor Car (Driver’s Licence Re…
Baroness warns of climate change risks to Bermuda
Bermuda’s “physical heritage” and one-of-a-kind ecosystems could be put in jeopardy by climate change, a British member of the House of Lords warned. Baroness Andrews of Southover said that rising tem…
Accused claims he was at home at time of shooting
A man accused of attempted murder admitted that he was a gang member, but said he had nothing to do with a shooting on Happy Valley Road. Zachary Fox, 22, told the Supreme Court: “I’m not a killer. I …
Video: Bloomberg TV Interviews Premier Burt
| Bloomberg TV recently interviewed Premier David Burt about digital assets, with the Premier telling Bloomberg that “our fintech strategy has been on focusing on the things that will matter.” Bloomberg TV tweeted the video below saying, “Cryptocurrency may not be the first thing you think of when it comes to Bermuda, but it is a […]
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Conduit Holdings Announces Preliminary Results
| Conduit Holdings Limited announces its preliminary results for the period ended 31 December 2020. Highlights: Successful IPO with net proceeds of $1,057 million [£790 million] Loss after tax of $4.6 million Basic and diluted loss per share $0.03 Book value per share of $6.37 per share Negative return on equity 0.4% Underwriting commenced on 1 […]
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Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Feb 23 2021
| February 23 saw 10,800 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $317,925.00 BD. 6,300 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing up 5.3% at $34.75 per share, while another 4,500 shares were traded by BF&M Ltd, closing up 4.8% at $22.00 per share. The BSX finished at 2,400.39, up 4.48% […]
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COVID-19 Update – Premier’s Remarks 23 February 2021
Good evening Bermuda,
Tonight I am joined by the Minister of Health, the Hon. Kim Wilson who will provide you with updates on the latest vaccination statistics, the Bermuda Health Council Drug Formulary Regulations 2021, and further updates from her ministry.
Following the Minister, I will discuss the extension of the Public Health Emergency, the Cannabis legislation, the upcoming 2021/2022 Budget, and other matters.
First, we will hear from the Minister of Health…
Thank you, Minister….
Attorney-General Extends Condolences on the Passing of Sir Austin Ward
The Attorney-General and Minister of Legal Affairs and Constitutional Reform, the Hon. Kathy L. Simmons, JP MP, has today expressed condolences on the passing of Bermuda’s former Chief Justice, Sir Lisle Austin Ward.
Burt refuses to confirm warning from Governor over cannabis law
Premier David Burt tonight refused to confirm whether he had held any discussions with the Governor on cannabis regulations approved by the House of Assembly last week. Asked if he had consulted with …
Minister Visits Pompano’s Solar Panel Installation
| Yesterday [Feb 22], Minister of Home Affairs and Deputy Premier Walter Roban visited the solar panel facility at Pompano Beach Hotel in Southampton. “The solar installation, built 100′ above sea level on the hotel’s old dump, is protected from the threat of ocean surges and holds 800 panels at about 390 watts of installed capacity […]
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Condolences On The Passing Of Sir Austin Ward
| The Attorney-General and Minister of Legal Affairs and Constitutional Reform Kathy Simmons expressed condolences on the passing of Bermuda’s former Chief Justice, Sir Lisle Austin Ward. The Attorney-General said, “Sir Austin migrated to Bermuda from Barbados to pursue his legal career in Bermuda which spanned several decades. “His work included private practice, then rising through […]
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18% Of Population Vaccinated With One Dose
| The vaccination statistics as of February 20th show that Bermuda has administered a total of 16,377 vaccinations, with the Minister noting that “18% of the population has been vaccinated [with 1 dose] and 7% of the population has been immunized [with 2 doses].” Speaking at tonight’s [Feb 23] press conference, Health Minister Kim Wilson said, […]
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Governor, Premier & Minister Visit RBR Camp
| The Commander-in Chief of the Royal Bermuda Regiment today [Feb 23] paid a visit to new recruits on their first field exercise. Governor Rena Lalgie visited about 50 new soldiers as they got to grips with life on manoeuvres at Hog Bay Park in Sandys. Governor Lalgie, who visited Warwick Camp last week, toured the […]
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Video: Govt Press Conference, No New Cases
| [Update] The Government will be holding a press conference this evening [Feb 23] to update the public on Covid-19. We will have additional coverage following the press conference, our continuous live updates on Covid-19 are here, and the live video below should start showing the press conference at around 5.45pm, or a bit later. Update […]
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30 Minute Video: February 23 ZBM Evening News
| 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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Official Govt & Legal Notices For Feb 23 2021
| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Feb 23] include list of proposed planning applications and appointments. List Of Proposed Planning Applications Advertised February 23, 2021 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Notification Of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID: GN0180/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Planning Publication Date: 23 February 2021 Government Of Bermuda […]
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BHS to remove ceiling tiles in ten classrooms containing asbestos
Ceiling tiles in ten primary classrooms at the Bermuda High School for Girls have been found to contain between five and 12 percent asbestos and will be removed later this year. The discovery was mad…
Authorities release Longtail 747 involved in Dutch incident
Dutch authorities have released an aircraft operated by a Bermudian aviation group that was involved in an incident that left two people injured. Longtail Aviation will fly a replacement engine to Be…
Governor and Premier visit new Regiment recruits
The Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Bermuda Regiment today paid a visit to new recruits on their first field exercise. Governor Rena Lalgie visited about 50 new soldiers as they got to grips with lif…
Live updates: 5.45pm Covid-19 press conference
David Burt and Kim Wilson will deliver the latest updates on the Covid-19 pandemic at 5.45pm The Premier and the Minister of Health are expected to report the latest infection figures and the latest v…
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Reform May Help To Bring Excitement Back to Education, Says Acting Principal Linda Holdipp
“Educational reform is important because school should be a place where students are really excited to come,” said Acting Principal Linda Holdipp, who spoke to us as part of a video series, launched last week by The Ministry of Education.
Entitled ‘Stakeholder Stories’ – the video series features short two to three-minute interviews with parents, teachers, principals, past students and members of the public, on the importance of education reform in Bermuda.
Free Yoga Class With Lisa Wingood At NMB
| For the last year, certified yoga teacher Lisa Wingood has been teaching yoga classes at the National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] on Saturday mornings. Classes started as a free offering during NMB’s “Free for February” promotion in 2020, and while postponed during lockdown, they began again in July and have continued since. This Saturday, February […]
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Scholarship Application Guidance Session
| In collaboration with Bermuda Scholarships, the Ministry of Education and the Department of Workforce Development will hold a virtual guidance session on Thursday [Feb 25] from 4.00pm to 5.30pm. A Government spokesperson said, “In collaboration with Bermuda Scholarships, the Ministry of Education and the Department of Workforce Development will hold a virtual guidance session on […]
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BHS Finds Asbestos In Some Ceiling Tiles
| Bermuda High School has “announced to staff and parents that ceiling tiles that have been in place for many decades in ten rooms in the Primary Department have been identified as containing 5-12% asbestos.” A spokesperson said, “The discovery was made when preparing work for an air-conditioning upgrade. Work was immediately suspended and Dr. Kent Simmons, […]
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Ministry: 28 Bus Runs Cancelled On Tuesday
| [Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [February 23] with the list indicating that there are three bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.10pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 3 runs cancelled this morning, 25 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]
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APPOINTMENTS CEDARBRIDGE ACADEMY BOARD OF GOVERNORS
The Minister of Education is pleased to make the following appointments with effect from 1st January 2021, under the applicable Legislation unless otherwise indicated.
APPOINTMENT BERMUDA HEALTH COUNCIL
The Minister of Health is pleased to make the following appointments with effect from 1st January 2021, under the applicable Legislation unless otherwise indicated.