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Good Afternoon,
Given the increase in new cases over the past few days and understandable concern in the community, I wanted to address you all today to provide an update and answer any questions that you may have.
There were 2044 test results received by the Ministry of Health from 20-22 November 2020, and eight were positive for COVID-19. It should be noted that this includes the cases reported on Saturday/Sunday.
One of the new cases is classified as imported with details as follows:
| Two of the island’s most notable residents celebrated their birthday today [Nov 23] with Premier David Burt celebrating his birthday along Louise Franks, who marked a very momentous occasion today, her 107th birthday. Premier Burt tweeted the photo below, saying: “Wishing my birthday twin, Louise Franks, a very Happy 107th Birthday today! It was a […]
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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 Bermuda Road Safety Council [BRSC] thanked the public for coming out and supporting their recent Road Safety Day event at City Hall. Chairman of the BRSC Dennis Lister III said, “The Bermuda Road Safety Council would like to thank the public for coming out and supporting our Road Safety Day on November 18 at […]
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| Effective 5.00pm on Sunday [Nov 29], the Department of Parks 2020 Season Lifeguard Service will end. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works advises the Public that effective 5:00 pm on Sunday, 29 November, the Department of Parks 2020 Season Lifeguard Service will end. “The Park Ranger service will continue patrolling south shore […]
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The Ministry of Public Works advises the Public that effective 5:00 pm on Sunday, 29 November, the Department of Parks 2020 Season Lifeguard Service will end.
The Park Ranger service will continue patrolling south shore parks, however, there will be no stationary presence.
The Ministry of Public Works wishes to inform motorists that the MarketPlace Ltd. will be holding a Christmas Parade from the MarketPlace in Shelly Bay on North Shore Road, Hamilton Parish to the MarketPlace in Heron Bay, Middle Road, Southampton.
The Christmas Parade is to take place on Sunday, November 29th, 2020 from 5:00 pm until approximately 7:30 pm. It will consist of up to 20 vehicles that will travel as a procession under escort from the Bermuda Police Service.
Motorists are advised to use alternative routes to avoid the Christmas Parade.
Today Premier, the Hon E David Burt JP, MP, invited Bermuda to turn its attention to online shopping and to benefit from the multitude of opportunities that will be available to them on eMonday 2020, slated for November 30th. eMonday was first launched in 2010 during Global Entrepreneurship Week as an online initiative aimed at encouraging residents to “Shop Local.” Its goal remains to support the development of local e-commerce business in Bermuda.
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) is investigating a recent incident involving protected parrotfish at the east end of the island.
Parrotfish have been legally protected since 1993 and it is an offence under the Fisheries Act 1972 to take, kill and/or sell parrotfish, with a penalty of up to a $50,000 fine and two years’ imprisonment.
| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Nov 23] include traffic notice and notice of intended marriage. RTN For Publication: The MarketPlace Christmas Parade – Sunday, November 29th, 2020 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Traffic Notice Notice ID: GN1063/2020 Public Authorities / Department: Public Works Headquarters Publication Date: 23 November 2020 Ministry […]
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| Tuesday, November 24 is expected to see some sunny periods developing after early patchy rain showers, with the high to be near 22°C/72°F and the low to be near 17°C/63°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be north. The relative humidity is expected to be near 75%. Sunrise will be at […]
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| The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon [Nov 23], with the list indicating that there are forty-four bus runs cancelled today. Related Stories Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Friday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Thursday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Tuesday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Wednesday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Thursday Ministry: Bus […]
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| The MarketPlace Christmas Parade this Sunday [Nov 29] will last from 5:00 pm until approximately 7:30 pm and will consist of up to 20 vehicles that will travel as a procession under police escort, and motorists are “advised to use alternative routes to avoid the Christmas Parade.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public […]
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| The 2020 eMonday initiative — which will be held on November 30th with a goal to support the development of local e-commerce businesses — is offering the chance to win three $250 vouchers for online buyers to use at any of the participating online shops. A Government spokesperson said, “Today Premier, the Hon E David Burt […]
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| Police officers visited a “large number of restaurants, bars and clubs” to ensure that the Covid-19 regulations were being followed and “in 90% of cases everything was in order,” so “advice was given in some cases and in others enforcement action will be taken.” Assistant Commissioner of Police Martin Weekes said, “The Bermuda Police Service […]
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| Walkers Bermuda said they are pleased to welcome newly admitted associate Malacia Madden to its Corporate, Finance, Funds & Insurance practice group following the successful completion of her articles with the firm. Friends, family, colleagues and well-wishers attended the court ceremony in Hamilton on 13 November to watch Ms Madden be called to the Bermuda […]
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| Matthew Charleson will be joining Strategic Risk Solutions, Inc. as Chief Operating Officer of Fund Services and ILS. A spokesperson said, “Strategic Risk Solutions, Inc. and subsidiaries [SRS], providers of insurance management and consulting services, announced today that Matthew Charleson will be joining SRS as Chief Operating Officer of Fund Services and ILS. Mr. Charleson’s […]
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| Hamilton Insurance Group, Ltd. today [Nov 23] announced the launch of Ada Capital Management Limited, a Bermuda-regulated insurance agent authorized to underwrite on behalf of Ada Re [Ada Re], a newly-formed, Bermuda-registered special purpose insurer. A spokesperson said, “Ada Re has successfully secured capital commitments and, subject to regulatory approvals, will provide capacity for high-return […]
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| Clarien Bank announced the appointment of three new team members – Jennifer Hanson, the new SVP, Head of Trust and Family Office, Alistair Melvin, Investment Analyst, and Dajon Richardson, Associate Investment Analyst. A spokesperson said, “Clarien Bank Limited today announced the appointment of three new team members, including Jennifer Hanson, the new SVP, Head of Trust […]
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| Saying they are “acting out of an abundance of caution,” the Department of Health has directed that specific classes and staff have to quarantine at three schools: St. George’s Prep [P2 Class and Specialist Teachers], Paget Primary [ASD Classes and Specialist Teachers], and Creative Touch Nursery. A letter — which stated it was from the […]
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| The BTA will be the Official Host Partner for the launch of SailGP’s Season 2, when the global league stages a four-week training camp in Bermuda followed by its two-day event on the waters of the Great Sound next April. The Bermuda Grand Prix will be broadcast live in the UK, US, and Canada the […]
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| The Royal Bermuda Yacht Club’s Keelboat Nationals Championships came to an end on the Great Sound in blustery and rainy conditions. Traditionally the Bermuda Keelboat Regatta sees visiting teams from North America taking part but this year all the teams are local. Three more races were held on the final day in the Etchells, IOD […]
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| A total of 16 goals were scored in the four Bermuda Field Hockey matches played at the National Sports Center. BHA Falcons 0 – Pink Robins 2 The Pink Robins defeated the BHA Falcons 2 – 0 in the opener. The Pink Robins took the lead in the 18th minute when Emma Ranger scored a […]
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| Sean Trott and Isabelle Dutranoit ran to victory in the 2020 Hannover Re Half Marathon. Trott recorded a comfortable win stopping the clock in a time of 1:16:38, Moses Mufandaedza was second in a time of 1:17:15, and Christopher Harris finished third with a time of 1:20:23. Dutranoit crossed the line 4th overall with a […]
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| The International Federation of Teqball [FITEQ] has granted Bermuda membership earlier this month. According to the FITEQ website, Gary Adams is the President of Teqball Bermuda. Ten new members were recently accepted by FITEQ, growing its membership to some 80 countries and territories. In addition to Bermuda, National Teqball Federations in Venezuela, Iraq, Papua New […]
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| The Black Sharks were crowned the 2020 Bermuda Flag Football Bermuda Bowl X Champions at the TN Tatem Middle School Field after defeating the Punisher 18 – 0 to become Bermuda Bowl X Champions. The Bermuda Bowl X MVP was Ryan Rabain with two touchdown passes. Related Stories Black Shark$ & Punishers Advance To Finals […]
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| Teams that include Bermudian footballers Nahki Wells, Kane Crichlow, Milan Butterfield, and Willie Clemons were in all action in England and Sweden. Nahki Wells Famara Diédhiou came off the bench to score his first goal of the season as Nahki Wells and his Bristol City teammates recorded a 1-0 win over Derby County. Kane Crichlow […]
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Good Evening Bermuda.
I can confirm that currently two potential COVID-19 outbreaks concerning work places are actively being assessed and managed based on established protocols.
Contact tracing is underway, and public health guidance has been provided. More details will be provided as they become available.
A lot of misinformation has been occupying social media all weekend concerning our school systems and recent cases.
Good evening Bermuda.
I will give you an update on the status of schools as there has been misinformation circulating in the community this weekend.
The Department of Health has directed principals that specific classes and staff have to quarantine at the following schools:
| [Updating] There will be a statement from the Bermuda Government this evening [Nov 22] about the latest developments with Covid-19 in Bermuda, the Premier has just said. Premier David Burt tweeted, “Many in Bermuda are concerned about possible clusters of Covid-19. Please rest assured that the @DoHBermuda team that has effectively managed the Pandemic is acting […]
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