Spook Tacular Halloween Boo-Thru
Spook Tacular Halloween Boo-Thru (Photographs by Akil Simmons)
Weather Forecast For Sunday October 31
| Sunday, October 31 is expected to see sunny breaks, occasional showers, chance of thunder, with the high to be near 26°C/79°F and the low to be near 22°C/72°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 85%. Sunrise will be at 7.35am and […]
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Danté Leverock To Lead Robin Hood FC
| Dante Leverock — who plays for the Bermuda national team and played internationally for years — will lead Robin Hood FC as player/coach this season. A spokesperson said, “Robin Hood is excited to announce that the 2021/22 season will be coached by Danté Leverock of DaRock Elite Performance. DaRock Elite Performance was founded in 2020 […]
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James & Radford Finish 5th In ISU Grand Prix
| Vanessa James and Eric Radford took to the center rink in the Pair’s Short Program at Skate Canada International, the second stop on the ISU Grand Prix circuit. James and Radford finished the Short Program in fifth with a score of 65.02. The CBC website said, “Radford has also been contending with a knee injury […]
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Erica Hawley Finishes 14th In World Triathlon Cup
| For the second time this month, Bermudian triathlete Erica Hawley recorded a top 15 finish as she crossed the line in 14th place with a time of 59:51 at the 2021 World Triathlon Cup Tongyeong in South Korea today. Hawley came out of the water following the 750m swim with a time of 9:54, clocked […]
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Split Tee Times For Championship Final Day
| The Butterfield Bermuda Championship tee times for the Championship Round Fueled by Rubis will start at 7:45 a.m. with golfers teeing off from both Hole #1 and #10, it was announced today. Play is estimated to end at 2:45 p.m. with the closing ceremony taking place on the 18th green. All hospitality areas will be […]
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Nov 6: ER Fisheries And Foods Grand Opening
| ER Fisheries and Foods will be celebrating their two year anniversary with a grand opening at their physical location on Marginal Wharf in St. David’s on Saturday, November 6 from 10.00am to 6.30pm. A spokesperson said, “Two years ago we officially took ownership of ER Fisheries and Foods, [formerly Amber Fisheries]. This new venture has […]
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Video: City Spotlights Impressions Artistry
| The City of Hamilton continues their “Business Spotlight” video series, which serves to highlight some of the businesses that offer innovative and high-quality services or products, with this episode spotlighting Vivian Millings and Impressions Artistry. The video’s description says, “The City of Hamilton is back to continue spotlighting more of our businesses offering innovative and […]
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Hopkins Continues Strong Tour Of Guadeloupe
| Kaden Hopkins took part in Stage 7 of the Tour of Guadeloupe, as a guest rider for Dominican team Inteja. Hopkins broke away at the start of the 146.1k distance race and stayed away 100k on his own. Hopkins was eventually caught and finished 26th with a time of 4:05:16. Hopkins moved helped his teammate […]
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Phillips Advances In Clay Court Championship
| Daniel Phillips returned to the court competing on the Casely Clay Court Open Championships circuit in Florida. In the Main Draw Round of 32, Philips took to the court to face Axel Marcos from Argentina where he advanced in straight sets 6-1, 6-0. Related Stories Photos: Manders & Cross Win 2011 Argus Open Photos, Video, […]
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MTM Open Championships Day Five Results
| The MTM Open Tennis Championships resumed at the Fairmont Southampton Tennis Courts. Sarah and Dwight Jackson defeated Dawnette Bean and Karen Ming in Green ball Doubles action 6-2, while Darren Woods and Robert Richardson defeated Tristan Petit and Tobiah Goodchild in B Doubles Division play 6-2, 7-6. Neal Towlson won his A Division Semi-Final match-up […]
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Shipping Schedule: Week Starting October 30
| The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday October 30th. On Sunday the Crystal Symphony cruise ship is expected, on Monday the Oleander container ship and the Pola Ariake general cargo ship will arrive, and on Wednesday the Norwegian Breakaway cruise ship and the […]
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Everest Re Group Ltd Appoints Jill Beggs
| Everest Re Group, Ltd has announced that Jill Beggs has been appointed as Senior Vice President and Head of North America Reinsurance effective November 15, 2021. A spokesperson said, “Everest Re Group, Ltd. [Everest] announced that reinsurance industry leader Jill Beggs will join the company as Senior Vice President and Head of North America Reinsurance […]
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Trott Officiates In Another Concacaf Match
| Natasha Trott was back in action as an assistant referee during the Concacaf Women’s Under 17 Qualifiers in Bradenton, Florida, USA. Trott, who recently became the first female Bermudian to referee in a Concacaf match, was a part of the officiating team in the match between Honduras and Turks & Caicos. Related Stories D’Andre Wainwright […]
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‘The future of the Anglican Parish of St George’s is in peril’
A historic church in St George has hit a “financial crisis point”, it was revealed yesterday.
St Peter’s Church has suffered from a decline in the number of visitors and churchgoers because of the Cov…
St Peter’s Church has suffered from a decline in the number of visitors and churchgoers because of the Cov…
Life-size painting celebrating Olympic medal winning boxer is a knockout
A life-size painting of Bermuda’s first Olympic medal winner yesterday found a home in a public garden.
The six-foot portrait of Clarence Hill was installed in Rosalie Gardens on Pembroke’s Angle Stre…
The six-foot portrait of Clarence Hill was installed in Rosalie Gardens on Pembroke’s Angle Stre…
Lady Eileen Sharpe (1922-2012): hospital volunteer and education supporter
Lady Eileen Sharpe was devoted to improving educational opportunities.
Sir John Swan, a former premier, said she was “one of the stalwart credits to Bermuda”.
“One of her fundamental mandates in life …
Sir John Swan, a former premier, said she was “one of the stalwart credits to Bermuda”.
“One of her fundamental mandates in life …
Wartime sailor turned pastor hits 100th birthday
A man who served as a Second World War sailor and who later became a man of the cloth has celebrated his centenary.
Wilfred Steede’s 100th milestone was celebrated with a motorcade on Monday, where fa…
Wilfred Steede’s 100th milestone was celebrated with a motorcade on Monday, where fa…
Job figures ‘horrifying but not unexpected’ – OBA
The Opposition One Bermuda Alliance has described the latest employment statistics as “horrifying but not unexpected”.
Jarion Richardson, the shadow labour minister, spoke out following the release of…
Jarion Richardson, the shadow labour minister, spoke out following the release of…
Man gets conditional discharge for assault on woman
A man was yesterday given an 18-month conditional discharge after he admitted an assault on a woman.
Magistrates’ Court heard that Teko Bean, 30, punched Evon Bean during a late-night argument.
The co…
Magistrates’ Court heard that Teko Bean, 30, punched Evon Bean during a late-night argument.
The co…
COVID-19 Update 29 October 2021
“Sadly, Bermuda has recorded another coronavirus related death. I extend my sincere condolences to the family and friends of the deceased,” said the Minister of Health, the Hon. Kim Wilson, JP, MP.
Since the last update, the Ministry of Health received 3855 test results, and ten were positive for the coronavirus, giving a test positivity rate of 0.3%.
• Tuesday: 5 positive out of 2058 results (0.2% positivity)
• Wednesday: 5 positive out of 1797 results (0.3% positivity)
Update on Harbour Road Repairs
The Ministry of Public Works advises the public that repairs to the section of Harbour Road located between Highwood Lane and Lover’s Lane in Paget continue to face significant delays.
Initial delays resulted from long stretches of bad weather, and the work permitted only during low ocean tides. Now over the last month, delays are resulting from a property dispute.
The management team at Public Works are discussing the matter with the landowners, and following a resolution, the work is expected to continue.
Man arrested six weeks after appeal for public help
Police tonight thanked the public for their assistance after a man they were looking for was arrested.
A police spokesman said that Zywonde Lema, “a person of interest”, was arrested earlier today.
He…
A police spokesman said that Zywonde Lema, “a person of interest”, was arrested earlier today.
He…
Zywonde Lema Was Arrested Earlier Today
| Zywonde Lema was arrested earlier today, the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “Zywonde Lema, a person of interest to the Bermuda Police Service, was arrested earlier today. “We wish to thank members of the public for their assistance in locating Mr. Lema.” Related Stories BPS Appeal: Locate 19-Year-Old Zywonde Lema BPS Appeal: Locate 19-Year-Old […]
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Students Learn How MWI Treats Wastewater
| Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] welcomed ten students from Bermuda College’s Applied Science and Technology Department to tour the Mid-Atlantic Wellness Institute [MWI] sewage treatment facility. A spokesperson said, “BHB is celebrating Facilities Management Week and the students were invited to see first-hand how the plant works. BHB Assistant Facilities Manager, Alan Gorbutt, heads the department […]
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Ocean Club Open To Weekend Ticket Holders
| The Digicel Business Ocean Club will be open for Saturday and Sunday rounds of the Butterfield Bermuda Championship. A spokesperson said, “Ticket holders for the hospitality venue will have access to the platform on Port Royal Golf Course’s signature hole. In addition, they will once again be provided hospitality in the Longtail Club on hole […]
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30 Minute Video: Oct 29 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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Post Office to push ahead with US private courier partnership
A controversial decision to set up a Bermuda Post Office online shopping service in a public-private partnership deal with a US courier firm was defended by the Government yesterday.
Island-based ship…
Island-based ship…
Covid: 10 New, 84 Active,16 In Hospital, 5 In ICU
| The Ministry received 3855 test results — spanning two days — and 10 were positive, so there are now 84 active cases, of which 16 people are in hospital, with 5 in ICU, and sadly the Ministry has confirmed one more coronavirus related death. “Sadly, Bermuda has recorded another coronavirus related death. I extend my […]
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Govt Confirm Another Coronavirus Related Death
| The Ministry confirmed that Bermuda has recorded one more coronavirus related death, bringing the total death toll since the start of the pandemic in 2020, to 101. Minister of Health Kim Wilson said, “Sadly, Bermuda has recorded another coronavirus related death. I extend my sincere condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.” This […]
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‘Significant Delays’ With Harbour Road Repairs
| The Ministry of Public Works advised that “repairs to the section of Harbour Road located between Highwood Lane and Lover’s Lane in Paget continue to face significant delays.” A Government spokesperson said, “Initial delays resulted from long stretches of bad weather, and the work permitted only during low ocean tides. Now over the last month, […]
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Official Govt & Legal Notices For Oct 29 2021
| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Oct 29] include large group exemptions. Large Group Exemption Bermuda Volleyball Association Winter League Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN1090/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication Date: 29 October 2021 Public Health [Covid-19 Emergency Powers] [Phased Re-Opening] Regulations 2021 Large […]
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Covid-19: death toll passes 100
Bermuda’s death toll from Covid-19 rose by one to 101 tonight after another death was recorded.
But other figures for coronavirus continued to fall – active cases were down to 84 from 99 three days a…
But other figures for coronavirus continued to fall – active cases were down to 84 from 99 three days a…
Weather Forecast For Saturday October 30
| Saturday, October 30 is expected to see cloudy, light showers about, increase in frequency later, with the high to be near 27°C/80°F and the low to be near 23°C/73°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 79%. Sunrise will be at 7.34am […]
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Aerie’s Adventures Annual Pumpkin Patch
Aerie’s Adventures Annual Pumpkin Patch (Photographs by Akil Simmons)
BCB Announces CG Insurance Partnership
| The Bermuda Cricket Board [BCB] announced a partnership with CG Insurance for the upcoming 2021 ICC Men’s T20 Regional Qualifier taking place from November 5 through 15. A spokesperson said, ”With this sponsorship, the BCB was able to purchase playing shirts — manufactured by the international sporting brand, Kappa.” Naz Farrow, CEO of CG Insurance […]
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LARGE GROUP EXEMPTION BLACK GOLFERS WEEK CLINIC | Government of Bermuda
PUBLIC HEALTH (COVID-19 EMERGENCY POWERS)
BPO Offers Drop-and-Deliver Service
As the Bermuda Post Office (BPO) continues to modernise and reinvent itself by offering services needed by local businesses, the Ministry for the Cabinet Office is pleased to advise the public that the BPO is now offering a Drop-and-Deliver Service. This service will further enhance those offered and allow local businesses to use the BPO to deliver products to their clients in Bermuda and overseas.
Post Office Offers Drop-And-Deliver Service
| The Bermuda Post Office is “now offering a Drop-and-Deliver Service” which will allow vendors “the option of dropping-off mail items and packages to the Bermuda Post Office for local delivery within 24 hours.” A Government spokesperson said, “As the Bermuda Post Office [BPO] continues to modernise and reinvent itself by offering services needed by local […]
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BPS: Please Do Not Circulate Misinformation
| The police are yet again appealing to people to please stop circulating misinformation saying it can “cause alarm,” with the police stating “there is no truth” to claims made in a voice note “suggesting officers are engaged in a firearms incident” at Warwick Camp. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is once again […]
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Concacaf U20 Men’s Qualifiers Squad Announced
| The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] announced the squad for the Concacaf U20 Men’s Qualifiers which will take place in the Dominican Republic next month, with Bermuda set to play Barbados, St. Vincent & the Grenadines and Puerto Rico. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Football Association is proud to announce the travelling squad for the upcoming Concacaf […]
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‘Heightened Police Presence In Coming Days’
| “There will be a heightened police presence throughout the island over the coming days,” the Bermuda Police Service said, as they provided their Halloween Policing plan. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service, [BPS], wishes to assure the public that in light of recent acts of violence and in an effort to avert any […]
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Police slam online rumours after bogus RBR incident claim
Police today appealed to the public not to share online hoaxes to avoid the spread of fear and alarm.
A spokesman said “unfounded rumours and misinformation” created “discomfort and cause alarm in our…
A spokesman said “unfounded rumours and misinformation” created “discomfort and cause alarm in our…