The Ministry of Transport – Winter Storm Update
The Ministry of Transport wishes to provide the following update on the winter storm which is affecting Bermuda today.
Cancelled – Ministry of Education’s Parish Primary School Consultation Meeting
The Ministry of Education has cancelled tonight’s public consultation meeting on the proposals for parish primary schools due to the winter storm and increased winds anticipated later today and this evening,
The meeting was to be held online, and simulcast on Facebook Live, CITV and YouTube from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
The Ministry of Education would like to avoid any disruption of the meeting due to potential power and internet connections.
OBA Leader: “I Flatly Refute Premier’s Claims’
| “I flatly refute Premier Burt’s claims that the One Bermuda Alliance is in agreement with the PLP’s agenda to implement personal income tax,” Opposition Leader Cole Simons said. Premier’s Comments Speaking at last night’s PLP Conference, Premier David Burt said, “I look forward to the work of the new Tax Reform Commission and I welcome […]
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Covid-19: one new case recorded
A new case of coronavirus infection in a resident with no recent travel history or known links to other cases was recorded today. It was the only positive out of 489 tests that came back to health off…
Covid-19: 489 Results, 1 New Positive Case
| There were 489 test results received and one was positive for Covid-19 — which is classified as under investigation — and the island currently has 28 active cases. A Government spokesperson said, “There were 489 test results received by the Ministry of Health since the last update, and one was positive for COVID-19. The new case is classified as under […]
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30 Minute Video: Jan 28 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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Conyers Black History Month Essay Competition
| In honour of Black History Month, Conyers is launching an essay competition, inviting middle and senior school students to submit an essay on the contribution a black heroine or hero has made to the Bermuda legal system, with a $1,000 prize for the winner. Announcing the competition, Conyers Director Neil Henderson said: “Conyers is committed to […]
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Storm force winds expected soon
Winds began to pick up this afternoon as a winter storm began to strike the island. The Bermuda Weather Service said shortly after 4pm: “Gales with storm force gusts will be joined by wet weather as t…
Live Updates & Videos: Winter Storm, High Winds
| [Updating] The island is expected to experience high winds today [Jan 28] with the Bermuda Weather Service [BWS] issuing a Storm Warning valid for late Thursday afternoon through Thursday evening, and a Gale Warning for Thursday. “From a public safety stand point, our main message is urging care, caution and common sense,” National Security Minister […]
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Zakiya Johnson Lord To Take Part In Panel Today
| Bermudian Zakiya Johnson Lord will be part of a panel at 5.00pm Bermuda time today [Jan 28] with the panel aiming to “highlight the LGBTQIA+ community within the Black community.” The Black Voices LGBTQIA website said, “Join us this Black Heritage Month while we highlight the LGBTQIA+ community within the Black community. During this 60-min […]
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MP Wade: ‘Education Reform Is Well Underway’
| “Education Reform is well underway to ensure a 21st century learning environment for our children is in train,” MP Jason Wade said. Speaking at last night’s PLP Annual General Conference, MP Wade said, “These are exciting times for our education system as we forge ahead with the plans to provide our children a system that […]
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Bermuda Digest of Statistics 2020
Today, Minister for the Cabinet Office the Hon. Wayne Furbert, JP, MP, released the Bermuda Digest of Statistics 2020 from the Department of Statistics.
The Minister explained, “The Digest is structured into ten sections and contains brief analyses, quick facts and charts for each section. There are more than 60 statistical tables which provide a wealth of data about Bermuda’s social, demographic and economic conditions. This publication is an excellent tool for research, school projects, marketing initiatives and business planning.”
2020 Environmental Statistics Compendium
Today, the Minister for the Cabinet Office the Hon. Wayne Furbert, JP, MP, released the 2020 Environmental Statistics Compendium from the Department of Statistics.
The Minister explained, “The Compendium is structured into thirteen sections and contains brief analyses, tables and graphs for each section. There are more than 40 statistical tables which provide a wealth of data about Bermuda’s environmental conditions. This publication is an excellent tool for research, school projects and promoting awareness about issues affecting Bermuda’s environment.”
Bermuda Road Safety Council Press Statement 28 January 2021
The Bermuda Road Safety Council would like to take this opportunity to reiterate our call for safer roads.
Photos: Bernie Memes In Joan Aspinal Art
| Author and artist Joan K. Aspinal recently created a series of artwork based on the Senator Bernie Sanders meme that went viral in the United States following the inauguration of President Joe Biden, when the Vermont Senator went viral for his casual coat and notable mittens. The artwork depicts Senator Sanders in a number of situations, […]
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Carifta Swimming Championships Postponed
| The 2021 Carifta Swimming Championships — which were scheduled to take place March through April — have been postponed due to Covid-19. In a letter to affiliates, Cheryl Lady Forde President of the Barbados Amateur Swimming Association [BASA] stated, “It is with the greatest regret that I must inform you that the Carifta Swimming Championships […]
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1,173 Visited Hospital Due To Collisions In 2020
| 1,173 people visited King Edward VII Memorial Hospital’s [KEMH] Emergency Department or Urgent Care Centre due to road traffic accidents in 2020, according to the latest statistics from the Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB]. According to the BHB, “Bermuda Hospitals Board statistics for the year 2020 are now available and show the following: “1,173 cases were […]
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Consultation Meeting Postponed Due To Storm
| The Ministry of Education has postponed tonight’s public consultation meeting on the proposals for parish primary schools “due to the winter storm and increased winds anticipated later today and this evening.” A Government spokesperson said, “The meeting was to be held online, and simulcast on Facebook Live, CITV and YouTube from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. […]
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Free admission at National Museum in February
Free admission will be on offer at the National Museum of Bermuda next month, it was announced today. The museum will throw its eighth Free for February as usual – but will not offer group programmes …
Environmental statistics reported released
Reported diseases related to environmental conditions increased by 3.9 per cent from 2018 to 2019. This is one of many statistics included in the Environmental Statistics Compendium released today by …
Stop driving recklessly, says Road Safety Council
Road safety campaigners today urged motorists to “make better choices” to prevent crashes. The Bermuda Road Safety Council said that “reckless conduct” was often at the root of traffic accidents. Denn…
Column: Rediscovery Of The Bermuda Cahow
| [Opinion column written by Glenn Fubler] The January 28, 1951 rediscovery of the Cahow – a sea bird which once flourished in Bermuda, but was thought to be extinct for 300 years – was a watershed event. That revelation had both local and global implications as it was symbolic of the type of rebirth being […]
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BEDC: ‘Think Like An Entrepreneur’ Course
| The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] will be offering the ‘Think Like An Entrepreneur’ course, an eight-week in depth course which is set to begin on Tuesday, February 2nd. A spokesperson said, “Don’t miss your chance to sign up for ‘an educational opportunity not to be missed!’ Think Like an entrepreneur, an eight-week in depth […]
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Minister Wilson: Online Vaccine Registration
| Minister of Health Kim Wilson is urging those who completed the online registration between January 11 -13th but have not yet received an appointment for their vaccine to email vaccine@gov.bm or call the hotline at 444 2498. In releasing the test results last night, Minister Wilson said: “It has come to our attention that some people, […]
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NMB Offers Free Admission In February
| The National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] is opening its doors for free to all Bermuda residents during the month of February for the eighth year. “NMB is a collective voice for and about Bermuda. Through collections, exhibits, and programmes, the Museum offers insights into contemporary issues and is one of the Island’s leading educational resources […]
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Environmental Statistics Compendium Released
| Minister for the Cabinet Office Wayne Furbert released the 2020 Environmental Statistics Compendium from the Department of Statistics. A Government spokesperson said, “Today, the Minister for the Cabinet Office the Hon. Wayne Furbert, JP, MP, released the 2020 Environmental Statistics Compendium from the Department of Statistics. The Minister explained, “The Compendium is structured into thirteen […]
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Bermuda Digest Of Statistics 2020 Released
| Today, Minister for the Cabinet Office Wayne Furbert released the Bermuda Digest of Statistics 2020 from the Department of Statistics. The Minister explained, “The Digest is structured into ten sections and contains brief analyses, quick facts and charts for each section. There are more than 60 statistical tables which provide a wealth of data about […]
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BRSC Reiterate Their Call For Safer Roads
| The Bermuda Road Safety Council [BRSC] have reiterated “their call for safer roads” saying the ”disregard of traffic laws and reckless behaviours seen on our roads is of utmost concern.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Road Safety Council would like to take this opportunity to reiterate our call for safer roads. “The recent road traffic collisions […]
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Premier On Taxes, Change, Immigration & More
| “A fairer tax system can help us reduce our cost of living, which in turn will boost economic growth, and that is why it is essential that it be advanced,” Premier David Burt said. Speaking at last night’s PLP Annual General Conference, the Premier said, “I will ensure that this party delivers on our mandate […]
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Golf: Augustus Concludes Competing In Florida
| Daniel Augustus concluded competing in the Panther Lake Challenge on the Florida Elite Golf Tour at the Orange County National Golf Club. In his second and final round August shot a 1-over par 73 to finish 16th at even par. First round leader Joshua Gibson, who shot an opening-round 8-under par 64, followed up with […]
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Ministry: 9 Bus Runs Cancelled On Thursday
| The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [January 28] with the list indicating that there are nine bus runs cancelled so far 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: […]
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David Wingate: ‘It became my goal to rediscover them’
Seventy years ago today, an expedition on a Castle Harbour island made science history with a discovery that brought the Cahow back from presumed extinction. David Wingate, who would spend much of the…
Cahows at 70: Their survival is as precarious as it is miraculous
Seventy years after its rediscovery, the Cahow continues to surprise conservationists as the seabirds reclaim old territory on Nonsuch Island. Jeremy Madeiros, Bermuda’s senior terrestrial conservat…
Extra school minibus runs added as public buses feel the strain
Extra private bus routes for schools were added on Monday to bail out the public bus system, the Bermuda Minibus Association said yesterday. Russ Ford, the spokesman for the association, said the grou…
Accused claims she was ‘blind drugs mule’
A former airport security officer accused of smuggling more than $700,000 worth of cannabis into the island claims she did not know the drugs were in her luggage when she returned to Bermuda from an o…
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Jan 27 2021
| January 27 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,156.71, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 decline, and 62 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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It’s time to change tax system, Premier tells PLP
Major changes to Bermuda’s tax structure are needed to reduce the cost of living, according to the Premier. David Burt said difficult conversations may be needed to create a fairer tax system – one wh…
NOTICE OF HEARING: Betting Licensing Authority – Triple Crown Racing Ltd.
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NOTICE OF HEARING: Betting Licensing Authority – Seahorses
THE BETTING LICENCE ACT, 1975NOTICE OF HEARINGTAKE NOTICE of a Special Session of The Betting Licensing Authority for the year 2021/2022 will be held at the Magistrate’s Court No. 1 at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday the 17th day of February, 2021 to hear the application of Stonley Limited for the grant of a Restricted Bookmaker’s Licence in respect of Seahorses located at Queen Street, Hamilton.
NOTICE OF HEARING: Betting Licensing Authority – Paradise Games
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NOTICE OF HEARING: Betting Licensing Authority – Gametime Ltd. (Sandy’s)
THE BETTING LICENCE ACT, 1975NOTICE OF HEARINGTAKE NOTICE of a Special Session of The Betting Licensing Authority for the year 2021/2022 will be held at the Magistrate’s Court No. 1 at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday the 17th day of February, 2021 to hear the application of Gametime Ltd. for the grant of a Pool Betting Agent’s Licence in respect of Gametime Ltd. located at 68 Somerset Road, Sandy’s MA03.
NOTICE OF HEARING: Betting Licensing Authority – Gametime Ltd. (St. George’s)
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Police: Help Locate 49-Year-Old Woman
| The police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating 49-year-old Chai T. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is seeking the public’s help in locating 49-year-old Chai T. She is described as petite, 5’ 2” tall, with short black hair, brown eyes and of Portuguese descent. “Chai T was last seen at yesterday, Tuesday […]
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Hamilton Parish woman reported missing
A 49-year-old Hamilton Parish woman has been reported missing. Police appealed for help from the public in finding Chai T, described as 5ft 2in tall, with short black hair and brown eyes. She is of Po…
Covid-19: One new case reported
Bermuda has recorded a new case of coronavirus in a resident who arrived from London last Thursday and was found positive on their Day 4 test. The traveller was in quarantine under the revised restric…
Family man and financial master is laid to rest
The family of Financial Secretary Anthony “Porky” Manders were joined by Bermuda’s leaders in paying tribute to the long-time senior civil servant who was laid to rest today. Jamori Manders, the yo…
HSBC Branch Network To Close Early On Thurs
| HSBC Bank Bermuda‘s branch network will close early on Thursday [Jan 28] due to the expected weather conditions. A spokesperson said, “As a precautionary measure due to the impending inclement weather, HSBC Bermuda’s branch network will close early on Thursday, January 28th, 2021 at 2:00 pm. and resume normal operations on Friday, January 29th at […]
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Covid-19: 712 Results, 1 New Positive Case
| There were 712 test results received and one was positive for Covid-19 — a resident who arrived from London and was already in quarantine since their arrival — and the island currently has 29 active cases. A Government spokesperson said, “There were 712 test results received by the Ministry of Health since the last update, and one was positive […]
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30 Minute Video: Jan 27 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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