Man denies gun part importation charges
A Bermudian man who lived in the US smuggled gun parts into the island concealed in two packages containing auto tools and spare parts, a Supreme Court jury heard yesterday. James Rumley, 38, original…
The Premier’s Statement on Temporary Closure of Pompano Beach Club
Following the news of the temporary closure of Pompano Beach Club, Premier David Burt said today: “Few businesses are insulated against the economic impact of this pandemic. The world over we are seeing that these are challenging times for the hospitality industry and Bermuda is no different. For those members of staff who are now without employment, there is assistance available from the Ministry of Labour via the supplementary unemployment benefit and also the Department of Workforce Development.
Minister of Transport Lawrence Scott Throne Speech Initiatives Remarks
Good Morning.
The mission of the Ministry of Transport is to transport people and goods efficiently and safely. One of our main priorities is;
- To transform the transport fare media so that it is frictionless and cashless.
It is with this context that we aim to Modernise Public Transportation through the implementation of a Digital Fare Media.
A Digital Fare Media will provide the option for both residents and visitors alike to use their:
COVID-19 Update – 16 November 2020
There were 1056 test results received by the Ministry of Health from 13-14 November 2020, and one was positive for COVID-19.
This most recent case is classified as imported with details as follows:
Minister of Public Works Lt. Col. David Burch Throne Speech Initiatives Remarks
Good morning.
Following the November 6th Speech from the Throne, I would like to highlight upcoming initiatives that fall under my remit as the Minister of Public Works.
Many will know that the intricate story of Bermuda started on the shores of an east-end landfall, and from that unintended beginning, the Island’s historical anchor has been St. George’s. Rebuilding Bermuda must encompass the renewal of the east end.
St. Regis Resort Site Progress Update
On Thursday, November 5th 2020 Minister of Home Affairs the Hon. Walter Roban JP, MP visited the St. Regis Bermuda Resort site in St. George’s for a tour and progress update from the developers.
Minister Roban was joined by MP Lovitta Foggo, Senator and Junior Home Affairs Minister Lindsay Simmons as well as the Director of Planning, Victoria Pereira – plus various Department of Planning staff and members of the Development Applications Board (DAB).
Premier, BTA, OBA: Pompano Temporary Closure
| Premier David Burt, BTA Interim CEO Glenn Jones and Shadow Tourism Minister Craig Cannonier all commented on the temporary closure of Pompano Beach Club. As Bernews reported earlier today, the south shore hotel closed its doors on Sunday, November 15, and will not reopen until February 25, with the owners citing the low occupancy rates and […]
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Brangman & Rodgers Win Marsha L Regatta
| The Bermuda Comet Class season continued with the Marsha L Regatta off the West End Sailboat Club, with Dale Brangman and his crew Tajahri Rodgers picking up the win. Brangman sailed to victory in two of the four races, finishing 2nd once and third in the other. Jamie Harvey and Antoine Wingood finished second with […]
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30 Minute Video: Nov 16 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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Premier pledges help for laid off Pompano staff
The Premier promised tonight that the Government will provide assistance for people who lost their jobs after the closure of Southampton’s Pompano Beach Club. David Burt said: “For those members of s…
‘Second Period Of Negative Inflation For Year’
| “August 2020 marks the second period of negative inflation for the year,” according to the newly released Consumer Price Index [CPI] from the Department of Statistics. Minister for the Cabinet Office Wayne Furbert explained, “In August 2020 consumers paid 0.7 per cent less than they did for the CPI basket of goods and services in August […]
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Officials Tour St. Regis Bermuda Resort Site
| Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban along with others visited the St. Regis Bermuda Resort site for a tour and progress update from the developers. A Government spokesperson said, “On Thursday, November 5th 2020 Minister of Home Affairs the Hon. Walter Roban JP, MP visited the St. Regis Bermuda Resort site in St. George’s for […]
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Official Govt & Legal Notices For Nov 16 2020
| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Nov 16] include acting appointments, cancellation of registration, and acquisition of property by a non Bermudian. Acting Appointment: Tax Commissioner, Office Of The Tax Commissioner Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN1032/2020 Public Authorities / Department: Cabinet Headquarters Publication Date: 16 November […]
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Weather Forecast For Tuesday November 17
| Tuesday, November 17 is expected to see cloudy and rainy spells, with a chance of daytime thunder, with the high to be near 24°C/75°F and the low to be near 19°C/67°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 86%. Sunrise will be […]
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Covid-19: 1,056 Results Received, One Positive
| There were 1,056 test results received and one was positive for Covid-19 — which is classified as imported – so the island now has 25 active cases. A Government spokesperson said, “There were 1056 test results received by the Ministry of Health from 13-14 November 2020, and one was positive for COVID-19. “This most recent […]
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Non-resident tests positive for Covid-19
A non-resident tested positive for Covid-19 on their eighth day test, bringing the total number of active cases to 25. The Ministry of Health reported that the non-resident and a companion arrived on…
Ministry: 30 Bus Runs Cancelled On Monday
| The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon [Nov 16], with the list indicating that there are thirty 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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Live Video: BNV With Opposition Leader Simons
| Opposition Leader Cole Simons is joining Bernews this afternoon [Nov 16] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series. Related Stories Video: Minister Roban On Renewable Energy Video: Sex Offender Sentencing Discussion Video: BNV Interview With Minister Scott Video: BNV With FDM’s Packwood & Minors Video: BNV With Minister Walter Roban Video: […]
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Digital fares to be introduced on public transport
Technology to track public transport services and the number of passengers will help deliver changes to the timetable, the transport minister said today. Lawrence Scott added that other Government pla…
St George to be ‘world class’ hub for yachts
The regeneration of St George is expected to turn it into a world-class yachting centre, the Minister of Public Works said today. Lieutenant-Colonel David Burch said that rebuilding Bermuda must inclu…
Bermuda has the talent to run St Regis, says Walter Roban
Bermuda has the talent to run the new St Regis Resort to the standard of excellence the brand is known for, Walter Roban said today. The home affairs minister made the statement – which he said the o…
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NAAB Archery Indoor League Results
| Bermuda archers took to the line at the NAAB Archery Indoor League at a distance of 9 meters and 18 meters. Jaydon Roberts finished with the highest score for the day, recording a victory with a score of 509. William Pickering was second with a score of 503, and Anthony Grant was fourth with a […]
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Maiden Holdings Announce Q3 Financial Results
| Maiden Holdings, Ltd. reported third quarter of 2020 net income of $2.2 million or $0.03 per diluted common share, compared to a net loss of $58.3 million or $0.70 per diluted common share in the third quarter of 2019. The company said, “Non-GAAP operating loss[5] was $2.3 million or $0.03 per diluted common share for […]
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Hurricane Iota Strengthens To Category 5
| While Bermuda will be spared, other nations will not be so lucky as Hurricane Iota bears down on Central America as a category 5 storm, the most powerful hurricane of what has already been a record breaking 2020 season. According to Dr. Phil Klotzbach, a research scientist in the Department of Atmospheric Science at Colorado […]
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Tasting Dinner With Ricai Williams On Nov 20
| Fourways Restaurant will be hosting a “Tasting Dinner” on Friday [Nov 20] with Bermudian chef Ricai Williams. A spokesperson said, “There will be a Tasting Dinner this Friday, November 20th by rising Bermudian chef Ricai Williams. He has risen through the ranks at Fourways and trained at the famous Michelin star Purnell’s Restaurant in England. […]
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Pompano Beach Club To Temporarily Close
| [Written by Don Burgess] One of the owners of Pompano Beach Club said the decision to shutter its doors until late February was “brutal.” The south shore hotel closed its doors on Sunday, November 15, and will not reopen until February 25. Lawrence Lamb, general manager of the family-owned resort, told Bernews, “This was heart-wrenching. […]
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Committee of 25 rides to Windreach’s aid
People with special needs will be able to ride more safely at Windreach thanks to a donation from another charity. The Committee of 25, whose mission is to support children with medical and/or specia…
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Chaucer Launches New Branch In Bermuda
| Chaucer has launched a new branch in Bermuda which will operate as a Class 4 reinsurer, with the company saying “Bermuda is a key market and we are excited to be here.” A statement from the company said, “Chaucer, the international specialty [re]insurance group, is pleased to announce the launch of a new reinsurance branch […]
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Donna Raynor To Speak At World Conference
| Donna Raynor — the President of the Bermuda National Athletics Association – will be one of the keynote speakers at the World Athletics Global Conference, which will be held virtually on Wednesday, November 18th. Ms Raynor said, “This exciting and motivating event will bring together all the women who have attended either a Gender Leadership […]
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Pedestrian injured in Front Street collision
A 47-year-old pedestrian today remains in hospital being treated for a broken pelvis after being pinned beneath a car in a collision early on Saturday morning. A Bermuda Police Service spokesman said…
Sailors rescued from distressed yacht
Three sailors arrived in New York this morning after being rescued from a distressed yacht off Bermuda. The three sailors on board the 42-foot yacht Esmerelda decided to abandon the vessel in heavy …
Car Driver Arrested On Suspicion Of DUI
| A car driver was arrested on suspicion of driving whilst impaired after a ”report of a road traffic collision involving a private motorcar and a pedestrian” on Front Street at 2.00am on Saturday. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 2:00 a.m. on Saturday 14th November, Police and Emergency Medical Services attended a report of a road traffic […]
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Live Video: Minister Scott & Minister Burch
| Minister of Transport Lawrence Scott and Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch are holding a press conference this morning [Nov 16], and we will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Related Stories Video: Minister Roban & Minister Hayward Video: Premier Burt & Finance Minister Dickinson Video: […]
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Video: Bermuda Mentioned In Space Launch
| Bermuda’s NASA tracking station played a role in last night’s NASA’s SpaceX Crew-1 mission, with the island briefly mentioned during the live broadcast. Approximately four hours into NASA’s live broadcast of the launch, the commentator states, “We’ve heard call out Bermuda, that means Bermuda ground station has the signals from the second stage.” Photo of […]
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Committee Of 25 Donates To WindReach
| The Committee of 25 donated funds to assist WindReach’s educational and therapeutic programmes. A spokesperson said, “The Committee of 25, an organisation whose mission is to support children with medical and/or special needs, has recently donated funds to cover the cost of much needed supplies for WindReach’s educational and therapeutic programmes. Tina Nash, WindReach Executive […]
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Moderna Says Their Vaccine Is 94.5% Effective
| Moderna announced today [Nov 16] that early analysis indicates their Covid-19 vaccine is 94.5% effective, making it the second large company to announce a possible vaccine, as pharmaceutical giant Pfizer already announced that early analysis showed its vaccine candidate was more than 90% effective. “These are obviously very exciting results,” said Dr. Anthony Fauci, the United […]
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Phillips Plays In ITF European U18 Qualifier
| Daniel Phillips was recently on the court while taking part in the Under 18 ITF Europe Tournament, competing in the J4 Antalya Tournament in Turkey. Phillips took to the court for his second round qualifier against Britan Duran from Turkey. He fell in the first set 6 – 4, before going down in the second […]
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Minister: UN International Day Of Older Persons
| On 1 October 2020, the United Nations [UN] observed the 30th anniversary of the International Day of Older Person, Minister of Social Development and Seniors Tinee Furbert said in the House of Assembly. The Minister said, “In 2016 the Department of Statistics reported that out of Bermuda’s total population of 63,779 there were 10,704 persons […]
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Minister Scott On Road & Water Safety
| “Whether in control of a motorcycle or vehicle on our roads or a boat on the waters around the island, practicing safety and applying common sense is essential,” Minister of Transport Lawrence Scott said in the House of Assembly on Friday [Nov 13] The Minister said, “As we approach the festive holiday season, we at […]
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OBA MP Dunkley: Throne Speech ‘weak’
Opposition MP Michael Dunkley said at the weekend that the Throne Speech was the one weakest he had heard in his time in Parliament. Mr Dunkley, a former premier, added he was “surprised and disappoin…
General Election cost almost $700,000
Last month’s General Election cost the taxpayer almost $700,000, it has been revealed. But Wayne Furbert, the Cabinet Office minister, highlighted that the figure was much less than critics had predic…
MPs extend Covid-19 regulations into next year
Covid-19 emergency regulations are to be extended into January next year. MPs approved the order after Kim Wilson, the health minister, said the coronavirus continued to pose “a severe threat to publi…
Former county cricketer finishes round-the-island swim
A former professional athlete overcame a fear of sharks to complete a round-the-island swim at the weekend. Elliott Wilson emerged from the water at Royal Naval Dockyard after completing the last of 3…
Immigration changes promised as MPs debate the Throne Speech
Laws designed to allow members of mixed-status families to apply for Bermudian status are just the beginning of changes to immigration legislation, the labour minister told the House of Assembly. Jaso…
Black Shark$ & Punishers Advance To Finals
| The Bermuda Flag Football League play-off semi-final games took place at the TN Tatem Middle School Field. The Black Sharks overcame a fast start from the Killa Squad to record a 19 – 18 win. The Player of the Game for Black Shark$ was Ryan Rabain with two passing touchdowns and two interceptions on defense, […]
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