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| The MTM Open Championships continued at the Fairmont Southampton Tennis Courts. Three matches needed a tie-breaker to decide a winner, Darren Woods defeated Noel Johnston in an Elite B Division battle 7-5, 5-7, 10-8, while Dexter Snaith defeated Robert Richardson 6-3, 3-6, 10-5 in their B Division battle. Snaith had to go the distance in […]
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| October 25 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,705.02, even on the day. There was 1 advance, 0 declines, and 61 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Oct 22 2021 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Oct 21 […]
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I am joined by the Minister of Labour, the Hon. Jason Hayward, JP, MP, to discuss Bermuda’s filled jobs and workforce.
Today, I will highlight The Bermuda Job Market Employment Briefs report from the Department of Statistics, and Minister Hayward will speak to the continued effort of his Ministry to support, train and guide our workforce.
This latest edition of The Bermuda Job Market Employment Briefs examines employment changes from 2019 and 2020.
“Sadly, Bermuda has recorded another two coronavirus related deaths,” said the Minister of Health, the Hon. Kim Wilson, JP, MP. “I extend my heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.”
Since the last update, the Ministry of Health received 5022 test results, and 13 were positive for the coronavirus, giving a test positivity rate of 0.3%.
These results are from testing done on:
• Thursday: 8 positive out of 1753 results (0.5% positivity)
• Friday: 2 positive out of 1837 results (0.1% positivity)
| Noting that a WhatsApp message is being circulated “which contains allegations about a person of interest to police,” the BPS asked people “to not circulate the message” and added that “information regarding ongoing investigations involving persons of interest, should not be considered accurate or legitimate, unless that information is contained in an official BPS release.” A […]
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| Volunteers from Bermuda International Long Term Insurers and Reinsurers [BILTIR] carried out a clean-up operation on a section of the Bermuda Railway Trail on Sunday. A spokesperson said, “As part of celebrations to mark BILTIR’s 10th anniversary this year, the organisation has adopted a section of the Railway Trail from Palmetto Park to Store Hill […]
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| Hannah Emmerson — the talented local artist who organizes the sandcastle competitions — has created a sand sculpture in celebration of the Garden Club’s 100th anniversary. “Sand sculpting is the oldest form of sculpting in the world, but it only became an art form during the 1970s in California and has since spread throughout the […]
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| The Ministry of Labour is advising of “changes to the closed and restricted job categories, effective from November 1st, 2021, for a 3-month period.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Labour will be extending the moratorium on new work permits issued for closed job categories until January 31st, 2022. Please note that Residential and Commercial […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Oct 25] include large group exemptions. Large Group Exemption Funeral Of Luis Manuel Bernardo [MBE] Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN1060/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication Date: 25 October 2021 Public Health [Covid-19 Emergency Powers] [Phased Re-Opening] Regulations 2021 […]
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| The Ministry received 5022 test results — spanning three days — and 13 were positive, so there are now 127 active cases, of which 21 people are in hospital, with 7 in ICU and sadly the Ministry confirmed there have been two more deaths. “Sadly, Bermuda has recorded another two coronavirus related deaths,” said the […]
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| Tuesday, October 26 is expected to see cloudy with rain and showers, risk of thunder, easing later, with the high to be near 26°C/78°F and the low to be near 23°C/74°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 82%. Sunrise will be […]
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| Continuing the successful partnership started in 2009, Bermuda HealthCare Services [BHCS] has renewed its $10,000.00 sponsorship of Pembroke Hamilton Club for the 2021-2022 season. BHCS Founder and Executive Chairman Dr. Ewart Brown stated, “We are delighted to continue supporting PHC’s football programme for the twelfth year. Our financial commitment is rooted in the belief that […]
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| Minister for the Cabinet Office Wayne Furbert and Minister of Labour Jason Hayward are holding a press conference this afternoon [Oct 25] to “provide updates on the Bermuda Job Market and Reemployment Initiatives.” We will have additional information later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Related Stories Video: Finance Minister Press […]
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| Information Commissioner Gitanjali Gutierrez invites residents to attend the next session in the series of free public webinars hosted by the International Conference of Information Commissioners, which will be held on Wednesday [Oct 27]. A spokesperson said, “Information Commissioner Gitanjali Gutierrez wishes to advise all Bermudians and residents that the next session in the series […]
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| [Opinion column written by MP Neville Tyrrell] Minister Ernest Peets and the entire team at the Ministry of Community and Cultural Events accomplished a first-class job putting together an event that not only honoured our first Olympic Gold medalist – the incomparable Flora Duffy – The event was classy and well organized and we’re now […]
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| [Written by Dale Butler] International musician, artist, teacher, composer and pioneer Miles ‘Trane’ Manders was not deterred when he was unable to open his music school along with Atlantic Publishing House, who were preparing a second Cultural House in the heartbeat of the City. On Friday afternoon, he held a drive through and drop in […]
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| “More wet and potentially noisy weather conditions on the way for late tonight into tomorrow,” the Bermuda Weather Service said, adding that “last Saturday’s early wake up call was just a start to more rain, showers, and thunderstorms that are expected to arrive after midnight tonight.” The BWS has issued a Thunderstorm Advisory valid for […]
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| Jessica Lightbourne, Lorene Phillips, and Sophia Casey have launched a new coaching and leadership development certification program. A spokesperson said, “Determined to make professional coaching more accessible for everyone, three women have founded the International Coaching & Leadership Institute, the first Afro-Caribbean female-owned, coaching and leadership development certification program of its kind in North America & […]
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| Olympic gold medalist Flora Duffy’s signed Rio Olympic suit is currently up for auction in an effort to raise money for Warwick Academy’s bursary fund, with the auction continuing until 5.00pm today [Oct 25]. A spokesperson said, “Olympic Gold Medalist Flora Duffy had a whirlwind trip to Bermuda to celebrate her remarkable achievement at the […]
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| Bermudian swimmer Madelyn Moore and her Northern Colorado Swimming & Diving teammates competed against Idaho, with the team making an excellent showing to win all the events, with Moore winning in four. The University’s report said, “Head coach Lisa Ebeling couldn’t have asked for a better home debut for Northern Colorado Swim and Dive. Winning […]
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| The Evening Express has highlighted Bermudian cricket player Nigel Hazel, saying “he was a ball of fire from Bermuda whose name is still spoken with reverence among the north-east cricket community.” The Evening Express website said, “He was a ball of fire from Bermuda whose name is still spoken with reverence among the north-east cricket […]
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| As part of their Black History Month series, MyLondon has highlighted the late Bermudian actor Earl Cameron, a legendary figure who broke down many barriers. MyLondon said, “Born in Bermuda in 1917, Earl Cameron first appeared on screen in the 1951 Ealing film Pool of London, in a rare starring role for a Black actor. […]
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| Nearly 800 people from 500 companies across 52 countries registered for the Bermuda Business Development Agency’s [BDA] third annual 2021 Virtual Bermuda Tech Summit, an overall increase from the event held in 2020. BDA CEO, David Hart said, “We encourage you to start planning your trip to visit Bermuda next October to attend our in-person […]
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| Nia Christopher scored for Towson University as they played to a 2-1 victory over Drexel, with the goal marking her 13th goal this season and making the Bermudian footballer the third leading single season goal scorer in Towson history. The school’s match report said, “The Towson University women’s soccer team closed out the 2021 home […]
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| Team Bermuda recently concluded the 2021 Junior Caribbean Cycling Championships in Santo Domingo, finishing third overall in the medals table. BBA President Peter Dunne said, “Team Bermuda concluded the 2021 Junior Caribbean Cycling Championships in Santo Domingo with the road races. Though Bermuda’s riders came away without additional medals, the day was full of strong […]
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| Bermudian Matteo Cervino recently finished in eighth place at the O’pen Skiff class Champions Cup in Rome. A spokesperson said, “The Circolo Nautico Giugliemo Marconi in Rome hosted the O’pen Skiff class Champions Cup 2021 over the weekend. Short 20 minute races were the theme of the regatta and the top 10 ranked sailors in […]
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| Bermudian footballers Nathan Trott, Zeiko Lewis, Jervay Laws, Nia Christopher, Jai Bean, Detre Bell, and Leilanni Nesbeth — as well as referee Natasha Trott — were in action in the USA, UK, France and Spain. Natasha Trott Natasha Trott — who last week made history by becoming the first Bermudian female to officiate in the […]
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| The Bermuda Mixed Foursomes Championship recently concluded at Turtle Hill Golf Course, with Brent Giannone and Liz Carpio winning with a total score of 109. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Mixed Foursomes Championship concluded at Turtle Hill Golf Course. The two-day tournament consisted of 18 holes of Four-Ball [partner best ball] and 18 holes of […]
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