Bermudian student named as class veledictorian
A Bermudian teacher has earned top honours at Mount Saint Vincent University in Nova Scotia and been named the class valedictorian. Shannon Davis, who has completed a Bachelor of Arts, a Bachelor of E…
Rosewood Promotes Lottimore To Director
| Rosewood Bermuda has promoted Sonina Lottimore as its Director of Talent & Culture, making her “responsible for leading the Talent & Culture team, overseeing recruitment, employee relations and the HR department. A spokesperson said, “Rosewood Bermuda, the island’s premier ultra-luxury resort, has promoted Sonina Lottimore to Director of Talent & Culture. “In this role, Lottimore […]
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RenaissanceRe Announces Quarterly Dividend
| The Board of Directors of RenaissanceRe Holdings Ltd. announced a quarterly dividend of $0.35 per common share on its common shares. The dividend is payable on December 31, 2020, to shareholders of record on December 15, 2020. Related Stories RenaissanceRe Announces Quarterly Dividend RenaissanceRe Announce Management Change RenaissanceRe Increases Quarterly Dividend RenRe Receives Approvals For Acquisition RenaissanceRe Declare Quarterly Dividend […]
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Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Nov 5 2020
| November 5 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 1,895.52, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 decline, and 61 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Wojciechowski: Connection Between ILS & ESG MIH Acquires Controlling Interest In BSX BSX […]
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Dr. Ernest Peets Appointed as a Senator and Government Leader in the Senate
Premier the Hon. David Burt, JP, MP today announced the appointment of Dr. Ernest Peets as a Senator and Government Leader in the Senate. “I am extremely pleased that Dr. Peets has accepted this appointment and look forward to working with him as he joins this committed and dynamic Government team.” Dr. Peets is a Certified Family Therapist, and an internationally certified Addiction and Drug Counselor. Ernest is also a Professional Member of the American Counselors Association, and the American Psychological Association.
Queen Congratulates The People Of Bermuda
| Her Majesty the Queen has congratulated the people of Bermuda on the 400th anniversary of the Bermuda Parliament. A statement from Queen Elizabeth II said, “On the occasion of celebrations to mark the 400th anniversary of the Bermuda Parliament, I have pleasure in sending my warm congratulations to the people of Bermuda. “I have fond […]
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MarketPlace Christmas Parade to go ahead
The annual MarketPlace Christmas Parade will go ahead on November 29, the grocery store chain announced today. A spokesman for MarketPlace said the parade, scheduled to start at 5pm, would be modified…
Like father, like daughter as Amber is Called to the Bar
A young lawyer was Called to the Bar last week – 20 years she watched her father join. Amber Wilson, 25, thanked all the people who had guided her as she prepared to start as an associate at law firm…
Parliament: Order Of Business For November 6th
| The House of Assembly will be in session on Friday [Nov 6], with the Convening of the Legislature and Throne Speech to be held in a special sitting in St George’s to mark the 400th anniversary of the first General Assembly being established in Bermuda in 1620. This is the first sitting following the 2020 General […]
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MarketPlace Christmas Parade To Be Held
| MarketPlace announced that the 2020 MarketPlace Christmas Parade is to “proceed and will be modified to follow government guidance.” “The modified annual parade will be held on Sunday 29 November starting at 5pm,” a spokesperson said. Seth Stutzman, President of The MarketPlace group of companies, said: “Under these challenging times, we felt it was important […]
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Ernest Peets appointed Government Senate Leader
Ernest Peets is to be a senator and the Government Leader in the Upper House, it was revealed tonight. David Burt, the Premier, said he was “extremely pleased that Dr Peets has accepted this appointm…
APPOINTMENTS TO BERMUDA AIRPORT AUTHORITY
The Minister of Transport is pleased to make the following appointments with effect from 5th November 2020, under the applicable Legislation unless otherwise indicated. BERMUDA AIRPORT AUTHORITYChairman – Ms. Lovitta Foggo
COVID-19 Update 5 November
There were 556 test results received by the Ministry of Health yesterday (4 November 2020), and one was positive for COVID-19.
This most recent case is classified as imported having arrived on BA 2233 from London on 27 October 2020. This case is a returning resident who is asymptomatic and had both a negative pre-arrival test and arrival test. This case has been in quarantine since arrival as is also a close contact of a known case from the same flight.
Bermuda now has 207 total confirmed positive cases. Their status is as follows:
Christmas Events In The City Of Hamilton
| The City of Hamilton is getting set to hold a number of events for families and shoppers as the Christmas season approaches, providing “some holiday cheer as we ease into the jolly shopping season.” A spokesperson said, “The festive season is nearly upon us and the City of Hamilton has scheduled some holiday cheer as […]
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ICO Decision On Cannabis Records Request
| Information Commissioner Gutierrez issued Decision 14/2020 which annulled the Ministry of Health’s decision which “administratively denied” a PATI request about correspondence about cannabis law or policy as “frivolous or vexatious.” A spokesperson said, “Information Commissioner Gutierrez issued Decision 14/2020, Ministry of Health Headquarters [Ministry], involving a Public Access to Information [PATI] request for the Ministry’s […]
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Video: ‘Taking Off’ Highlights Check In Kiosks
| Skyport has released the latest episode of ‘Taking Off’, a video series with host Mikaela Pearman that highlights the airport redevelopment project, with this episode highlighting the check in kiosks. Speaking in the episode, Mikaela Pearman said, “As we get closer to the opening of the new passenger terminal building, I’ll be sharing what to […]
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BCB, WCCA & Evening Cricket League Sign MOU
| The Bermuda Cricket Board, Western Counties Cricket Association [WCCA], and Evening Cricket League [ECL] have signed an MOU to “set forth an agreement for the exchange of information and the collaboration on initiatives, including cricket programs, match regulations, best practices, scheduling, and public relations.” A spokesperson said, “The Executive of the Bermuda Cricket Board [BCB] […]
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Official Govt & Legal Notices For Nov 5 2020
| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Nov 5] include a list of proposed planning applications, Bermudian status, and cancellation of registration. List Of Proposed Planning Applications Advertised On November 05, 2020 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Notification Of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID: GN1004/2020 Public Authorities / Department: Planning Publication Date: […]
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Passenger quarantine order as another coronavirus case found on BA flight
All the passengers on a British Airways flight from London last week were yesterday ordered to quarantine after eight coronavirus cases were detected among its passengers. The latest case, a returned …
Covid-19: 556 Test Results, One Positive
| There were 556 test results received yesterday and one was positive for Covid-19 — which is classified as imported having arrived on BA 2233 from London on October 27 – so the island now has 19 active cases. A Government spokesperson said, “There were 556 test results received by the Ministry of Health yesterday [4 […]
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Lions and MarketPlace start Christmas food drive
A supermarket chain and the Lions Clubs of Bermuda today kicked off their annual Share the Christmas Spirit food drive to help families in need. Seth Stutzman, the president of the MarketPlace Group,…
City Hall announces festive fun events despite Covid-19
A string of events designed to brighten up the festive season were announced today by the City of Hamilton, despite Covid-19 restrictions. A spokeswoman for the City said the celebrations had been ada…
Football Youth Tournaments Taking Place
| The third annual Gregory Grimes U13 Tournament is set to take place this Friday, the first annual [U17] Charles Marshall Cup is currently underway and the Leonard Derozer Holder U15 final will be held on January 2, 2021. A spokesperson said, “The third annual Gregory Grimes U13 Tournament is set to take place on Friday, November […]
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Dudley Eve Football Finals Set For November 11
| The Dudley Eve Final scheduled for Wednesday, November 11th between Devonshire Rec and Dandy Town will take place at the National Sports Centre at 2:30pm and “persons buying tickets must provide personal details in case contract tracing is required. ” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Football Association would like to announce that the Dudley Eve […]
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10K Meals Prepared & Delivered By Huckleberry
| Huckleberry Restaurant has prepared and delivered over 10,000 meals in support of community feeding initiatives in response to the Covid-19 pandemic. A spokesperson said, “In fulfillment of their ongoing commitment to support the community, Huckleberry Restaurant has prepared and delivered over 10,000 meals in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. “Huckleberry Restaurant made an early decision […]
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‘Man Chased By Individuals On Another Cycle’
| The police are appealing for information about an incident in which a young man on an auxiliary cycle was “apparently being chased by individuals on another cycle” on Middle Road in Paget. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is aware of a video clip circulating on social media, which depicts a young […]
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Police report over bike ʽchase’
A report was made to police after a young scooter rider was apparently chased by people on another bike. Police said that video footage of the incident has spread on social media. The incident was rep…
Restaurant and church partner for meals scheme
A restaurant team has made thousands of meals for people in need since the Covid-19 pandemic hit. More than 10,000 meals have been prepared and delivered by Huckleberry Restaurant, which is part of th…
Environmental & Health Groups On 5G
| Greenrock, the Bermuda Environmental Sustainability Taskforce, Ocean Rock Wellness, Bermuda Advocates for Safe Technology, and Dr. David Wingate are all joining together to “bring awareness to concerns regarding the potential deployment of 5G technology in Bermuda.” A spokesperson said, “In response to increased community concern, Greenrock, the Bermuda Environmental Sustainability Taskforce, Ocean Rock Wellness, Bermuda […]
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Talent Management In Ever-Changing Landscape
| Bermuda Chamber Of Commerce will be hosting a 90-minute webinar entitled “Talent Management In An Ever-Changing Work Landscape” on Thursday, November 19th. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce a Thursday, November 19th webinar on managing your talent in a COVID environment, entitled Talent Management in an Ever-Changing Work Landscape. […]
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Youthvision Virtual ‘Live In Peace’ Assembly
| Youthvision Promotions will be holding a virtual ‘Live in Peace’ assembly with CedarBridge Academy and Saltus Grammar School students on Friday, November 6 from 2.00pm to 3.00pm. A spokesperson said, “Youthvision Promotions would like to invite the public to join us on Friday, November 6 from 2.00pm to 3.00pm for our virtual ‘Live in Peace’ […]
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‘Non-Elite’ Football Suspended In England
| The English Football Association provided an update for ‘non-elite’ football in England following the UK Government’s announcement on new national Covid-19 restrictions that will be in place from Thursday, November 5th, 2020 until Wednesday, December 2nd, 2020. They said that no men’s teams in leagues below National Leagues North or South will be able to […]
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BILTIR Members Give Back To Bermuda
| BILTIR member companies have contributed over $4 million in donations to a range of projects across the community, the organization said. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda International Long Term Insurers and Reinsurers [BILTIR] member companies continue to demonstrate their commitment to the Bermuda community by supporting more than 50 charitable initiatives over the last year. BILTIR, […]
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BKO Top Martial Arts Competitors Rankings
| Following the martial arts tournaments held both in person and online in 2020, the Bermuda Karate Organization [BKO] has updated its ratings of local martial arts competitors, with the following accumulating more than 12 points: Junior Boys: 1. Tobiah Goodchild &a Massanda Vaughans first 16; 2. Lucas Frias, Nico Davis, & Kentaro Bean 12 Junior […]
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Mixed Majors & Second Spring Senior Results
| Mixed Majors Bowling League action at the Warwick Lanes saw a top of the table clash with league leaders, Fight Back defeated second-place MiniMax Forwarders 13 ½ – 6 ½, the Untouchables defeated the Movers “N” shakers 13 – 7, while the Mix-Ups defeated the Troublemakers 20 – 0. Spare Change went down 16 – […]
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Butterfield Share Repurchases For October 2020
| In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited advised that during the month of October 2020, the Bank repurchased for cancellation 92,400 Common Shares at an average price of $25.74 per share. Related Stories Butterfield Announces Registered Offering Butterfield Completes Acquisition Of GTS Butterfield Bank Advises Of […]
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Rolfe Commissiong claims support within PLP over dispute with Premier
Rolfe Commissiong, the former Progressive Labour Party MP who went public this week over his rift with David Burt, the Premier, insisted last night that there was support for his cause within the part…
New community garden in Devonshire opens for green-thumbed residents
A new community garden, set in woodland at the top of Corkscrew Hill in Devonshire, was opened yesterday. Lieutenant-Colonel David Burch, the Minister of Public Works, said more gardens were on the wa…
Old St George’s Police Station up for renovation
The Government is inviting expressions of interest for the renovation and use of the former police station in the Town of St George. The station on York Street in the Olde Towne was first closed in 20…
St Peter’s ready for ʽsplendid’ reconvening of Parliament
All eyes will be on the East End tomorrow with the historic 400th anniversary of Parliament celebrated in the Town of St George, where it was first held. St George’ mayor George Dowling called it “a …
Mother scolds education ministry for lack of focus on special needs children
A concerned mother has spoken out about a lack of inclusiveness for children with special needs in Bermuda’s public education system. Cyrelah Somner, the mother of a middle-school child with Fragile X…
Ministry: 8 Bus Runs Cancelled On Thursday
| The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [November 5] with the list indicating that there are eight 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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Throne Speech To Be Read On Friday, Nov 6th
| In order to adhere to physical distancing requirements, the general public is urged not to attend the Convening of the Legislature and Throne Speech this Friday [Nov 6], the Government said today. A Government spokesperson said, “On Friday 6 November 2020, His Excellency the Governor will read the Speech from the Throne setting out the […]
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Music Video: Jo-1 Releases ‘Boom Boom Bow’
| Bermudian Joanne Ball-Burgess – also known as Jo-1 – who rose to fame through East African dance show Sakata, has released a new single entitled Boom Boom Bow. The video’s description says, “What is the sound that thunder makes during a dark and stormy night? If there was a sound for a passionate, electric love, […]
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Photos: Bermuda Gold Cup & Open Match Racing
| Skipper Taylor Canfield and Team Stars+Stripes – Mike Buckley, Victor Diaz de Leon, Mike Menninger, and Eric Shampain – won the 70th Bermuda Gold Cup and 2020 Open Match Racing World Championship with a penalty-marred victory over Ian Williams’s Team GAC Pindar. Ian Williams and Taylor Canfield met for the championship. Canfield would lift the trophy […]
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30 Minute Video: Nov 4 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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Photos/Video: Minister On Community Gardens
| The Parks Department recently completed a community garden at the top of Corkscrew Hill, they are prepping a community garden in Southlands Park, and several new sites are on the horizon as the Government works to achieve the “goal of a community garden in every parish.” This was from Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch […]
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Wilson eases fears over virus-related restrictions
Bermuda residents will not be faced with a rollback of their existing freedoms unless there is community transmission of the coronavirus, the health minister revealed. The present 18 active Covid-19 c…