COVID-19 Briefing the Minister of Health’s Remarks 30 September 2021
Good afternoon.
Yesterday I reported that Bermuda had experienced ten more coronavirus-related deaths. I wish to extend heartfelt condolences to the families and friends who have recently lost a loved one due to COVID-19 related illnesses.
You are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. I am praying for those currently in hospital with COVID-19 related illnesses. I sincerely hope that they all recover soon.
Hurricane Sam Update Minister of National Security’s Remarks
The Minister of National Security, Renee Ming advised today that the Emergency Measures Organisation (EMO) continues to monitor the forecast track of Hurricane Sam.
Yesterday (Sept. 29) Minister Ming chaired an EMO meeting, where all partner agencies confirmed that they were storm ready and prepared to mobislise should the need arise.
Currently the island is under a Tropical Strom Watch.
PRODUCT RECALL: Boppy Newborn Loungers
Under the Consumer Protection Act 1999, section 23 (1) a, b, c, Consumer Affairs, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and the Boppy Company are putting a recall of Boppy Newborn Loungers into effect.
THE RECALL:
The Newborn Loungers were sold at two local stores and online from Pottery Barn Kids, Target, Walmart and Amazon.com, among others. The product is recalled due to infant deaths and suffocation risks.
THE HAZARD:
Video: Stay Ready Weather Update
| Bermuda Weather Service Director Dr Mark Guishard will be joining Glenn Jones and Bernews this afternoon [Sept 30] to provide a ‘Stay Ready’ update on Hurricane Sam, with the BWS saying that Hurricane Sam is a ‘potential threat’, with its closest point of approach to Bermuda within 72 hours forecast to be 193 nm to […]
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Ministry: 58 Bus Runs Cancelled On Thursday
| [Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [September 30] with the list indicating that there are twelve bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.05pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 12 runs cancelled this morning, 46 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]
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Minister urges ‘remain vigilant’ as storm surge expected from Hurricane Sam
Residents were reminded to “remain vigilant” as the Minister of National Security warned of significant surge expected off the island when Hurricane Sam passes.
Renée Ming said that the Emergency Meas…
Renée Ming said that the Emergency Meas…
Reminder – Draft North East Hamilton Local Plan 2021 – Public Consultation Deadline
The Department of Planning would like to remind the public that the deadline for submitting any comments on the Draft North East Hamilton Local Plan 2021 is October 8th.
Following the conclusion of this consultation period, proceedings to adopt the plan will commence. To view the document and submit your comments, please visit planning.gov.bm.
D’Andre Wainwright Signs With Redcar Athletic
| Redcar Athletic F.C. — a football club based in North Yorkshire that plays in the Northern League Division One — has announced the signing of Bermudian footballer D’Andre Wainwright. Redcar Athletic F.C. tweeted the photo below, saying: “We are delighted to announce the signing of D’Andre Wainwright. D’Andre has made appearances for Bermuda u20s, and […]
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Golfer Deletes Tweet After Being Badly ‘Ratioed’
| A Twitter account that appears to belong to golfer Charlie Beljan has deleted a tweet which insulted Bermuda after he was completely ratioed — a term used for tweets that receive an extremely negative response — with the tweet being hammered by numerous Bermudians as well as some of the worldwide golfing community. There was a […]
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Murder accused appear in court
Three men appeared in Magistrates’ Court today charged in connection with two separate murders.
Shae-Unni Smith and Ricardo Tucker Jr, both 18, were charged with the murder of Duane Gibbons.
Mr Gibbon…
Shae-Unni Smith and Ricardo Tucker Jr, both 18, were charged with the murder of Duane Gibbons.
Mr Gibbon…
Senators back Flora Duffy day
Olympic gold medal-winner Flora Duffy was praised by senators during a short session of the Upper House yesterday.
Supporting a proclamation that a public holiday be held on October 18 in honour of th…
Supporting a proclamation that a public holiday be held on October 18 in honour of th…
Premier to hold 2pm Covid briefing
The Premier, David Burt, and Kim Wilson, the health minister, will hold a Covid-19 press briefing at 2pm.
It comes as the death-toll from Covid continues to rise and as the hospital has been forced to…
It comes as the death-toll from Covid continues to rise and as the hospital has been forced to…
Quarantine Amendment Order In Effect Today
| The Quarantine [Covid-19] [No. 3] Amendment [No. 5] Order 2021 comes into effect today [Sept 30], with the order changing the quarantine requirement for unvaccinated local travellers, allowing them to quarantine at home. Speaking in the House of Assembly on Friday [Sept 24], Minister of Health Kim Wilson said, “A 14 day quarantine in a […]
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Commuters advised of imminent roadwork
Trench work will cause traffic delays along two portions of main roads beginning on Friday, the Ministry of Public Works has warned.
The eastbound lane of Middle Road between George’s Bay Road and Eva…
The eastbound lane of Middle Road between George’s Bay Road and Eva…
Chance to win hotel stay for getting vaccinated
Residents who get vaccinated against the coronavirus at a series of pop-up clinics will be in with a chance of winning a weekend hotel stay.
The Hamilton Princess and Beach Club will host three sessio…
The Hamilton Princess and Beach Club will host three sessio…
2pm Live Video: Govt Press Conference On Covid
| Premier David Burt, Minister of Health Kim Wilson, Chief Medical Officer Dr. Ayoola Oyinloye, and BHB Chief of Staff Dr. Wesley Miller will be holding a press conference on Covid-19 at 2.00pm this afternoon [Sept 30] and we will stream it live. This comes as the island is currently dealing with a major outbreak of […]
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Bill To Create Flora Duffy Day Passes Parliament
| The Bill to create a public holiday on October 18th to honour Bermuda’s first Olympic gold medalist Flora Duffy has passed in the Senate, which follows after it passed in the House, with the Bill passing both chambers with unanimous support from PLP, OBA and Independent members. Flora Duffy – who claimed yet another victory on […]
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BWS: A Tropical Storm Watch Is Now In Effect
| A Tropical Storm Watch is now in effect, with the BWS saying Hurricane Sam is a ‘potential threat’, with its closest point of approach to Bermuda within 72 hours forecast to be 193 nm to the ESE at 3.00am on Saturday [Oct 2], with the BWS noting that “this system may move closer to Bermuda […]
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Single-Use Plastics Public Consultation Extended
| The Ministry of Home Affairs advised that the Single-Use Plastics [SUPs] Consultation is extended to Sunday, 31 October 2021. A Government spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Government remains committed to beginning the elimination of SUPs in Bermuda in 2022. This commitment is with explicit reference to not only the marine environment and climate change, but it […]
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Photos & Video: Norwegian Breakaway Arrives
| The cruise ship Norwegian Breakaway arrived in Bermuda yesterday [Sept 29], sailing into the west end. The Ministry of Transport previously said, “The Norwegian Breakaway will make six calls commencing September 29 [arriving Bermuda] from New York with an estimated 3,200 passengers per call.” Minister of Transport Lawrence Scott previously said, “Passengers testing negative on […]
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Conduit Appoints Michelle Seymour Smith
| Conduit Holdings Limited [CHL] has appointed Michelle Seymour Smith as a non-executive director “with immediate effect.” A spokesperson said, “Conduit Holdings Limited today announces the appointment of Michelle Seymour Smith as a non-executive director with immediate effect. “Michelle is based in Bermuda where she has enjoyed a highly successful career in the insurance industry spanning […]
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Fischer Has Two Assists In Blair Academy Win
| Sydney Fischer and her Blair Academy Varsity Field Hockey teammates are still undefeated on the season following a 2 – 1 victory over Stuart Country Day. Fischer’s teammate Ella Gaitan scored the opening goal in the first period, with Fischer earning an assist. Blair doubled their lead when Gaitan scored in the second period, with […]
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Single use plastic consultation extended
The consultation period for feedback on single-use plastic proposals has been extended, the Ministry of Home Affairs said today.
It will now end on Sunday, October 31.
A Ministry spokesman said: “The …
It will now end on Sunday, October 31.
A Ministry spokesman said: “The …
Dill Scores In Slough Town Academy U21 Draw
| Z’Dao Dill and his Slough Town Academy Under 21 teammates came from behind to draw 2 – 2 with AFC Rushden & Diamonds in National Football Youth League action. Dill — playing in only his second game with the Academy Under 21 team — jumped of the bench to score to make it 2 – […]
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Bermuda Defeat Trinidad In ITF/COTECC U12
| Bermuda’s 2021 ITF/COTECC Under 12 Team of Jaden Jones, Tristan Pettit, and Dexter Snaith took to the court for their third match day of the tournament taking on Trinidad & Tobago. Bermuda took a 1 – 0 lead after Pettit won the opening match in straight sets 6-0, 6-1 over Connor Carrington in the number […]
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Eve Named To Vanarama Team Of The Week
| Bermudian goalkeeper Dale Eve – who plays for Spennymoor Town in England – has been named to The Vanarama National League Team of the Week. Vanarama tweeted the graphic below, saying: “Introducing our Team of the Week in The Vanarama NL North! Congratulations on some outstanding performances.” Related Stories Dale Eve Featured In Spennymoor Programme Video: Eve […]
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Male Motorcyclist In Critical Condition In ICU
| A 46-year-old man seriously hurt in a two motorcycle collision in Warwick on September 19th remains in critical condition in the ICU. A police spokesperson said, “The most recent medical condition update available indicated that the 46-year-old male rider [said to be a Hamilton parish resident] seriously hurt in a two motorcycle collision on South […]
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Senators urge irresponsible minority to follow rules
The current Covid-19 crisis dominated debate during the Motion to Adjourn in the Senate yesterday.
The Opposition’s Marcus Jones began the session urging everyone to follow government safety regulatio…
The Opposition’s Marcus Jones began the session urging everyone to follow government safety regulatio…
‘Made with love’ – Salvation Army delivers meals to hospital nurses
Nurses tucked in to sandwiches and chocolate cakes “made with love” from the Salvation Army as it delivered meals to frontline health staff yesterday.
The charity’s Captain Dwayne Barnes said: “We wan…
The charity’s Captain Dwayne Barnes said: “We wan…
Two-and-a-half years after Pati request – HRC told to reconsider decision
The Human Rights Commission has been told to reconsider a decision to withhold records under public access to information laws.
Information Commissioner Gitanjali Gutierrez ordered the independent bod…
Information Commissioner Gitanjali Gutierrez ordered the independent bod…
Students invited to take part in Reg Grundy photo competition
School students are being invited to enter a photography competition launched in memory of the late nature photographer Reg Grundy.
The National Museum of Bermuda and Joy Grundy, Dr Grundy’s widow, a…
The National Museum of Bermuda and Joy Grundy, Dr Grundy’s widow, a…
Bermuda Sloop Foundation Flotilla On Saturday
| The Bermuda Sloop Foundation’s [BSF] celebratory 15 year anniversary flotilla will be taking place on Saturday [Oct 2] in Hamilton Harbour. A spokesperson said, “Staying the course with its milestone celebration series, the Bermuda Sloop Foundation continues with its first ever Alumni Week showcasing shared experiences of former students, trainees and crew on board the […]
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Memoriam Board For Marcia Woolridge-Allwood
| To honour the memory of Marcia Woolridge-Allwood, the Bermuda Monetary Authority has created a virtual memoriam board where the public may post messages, which will be given to her family. A spokesperson said, “Deeply saddened by the passing of Senior Advisor Marcia Woolridge-Allwood, the Bermuda Monetary Authority [Authority or BMA] has provided an avenue for […]
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Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Sept 29 2021
| September 29 saw 1,000 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $33,000.00 BD. 1,000 shares were traded by Watlington Waterworks Ltd, closing up 13.8% at $33.00 per share. The BSX finished at 2,558.30, up 0.18% on the day. There were 2 advances, 0 declines, and 60 remained unchanged. The full report for the […]
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Statement from Ministry of Transport
The Ministry of Transport is pleased that the laws of Bermuda have been respected, and the bus operators returned to work earlier today following the Gazetting of a labour dispute on Monday by the Minister of Labour. The Ministry is also pleased that the staff represented by the Bermuda Industrial Union at the Department of Marine and Ports returned to work today.
COVID-19 Update 29 September 2021
“I am sad to report today that Bermuda has experienced ten more coronavirus-related deaths,” said Minister of Health, Kim Wilson, JP, MP. “I extend heartfelt condolences to the families and friends who recently lost a loved one.”
Since the last update, the Ministry of Health received 3721 test results, and 99 were positive for the coronavirus, giving a test positivity rate of 2.7%.
These results are from testing done on:
▪ Sunday: 22 positive out of 1424 results (1.5% positivity)
▪ Monday: 77 positive out of 2297 results (3.2% positivity)
Ministry of Transport: Bus Service Has Resumed
This afternoon, the Ministry of Transport confirmed that the bus service has resumed at 1 p.m. and all bus routes are currently being serviced.
Minister of Transport, the Hon. Lawrence Scott, JP, MP, said, “We are pleased that bus and ferry service has resumed. We are grateful to the public for their patience and acknowledge residents who have stepped in to help others with transportation over the past ten days.”
87,215 Total Vaccinations, 66.5% Had Two Doses
| As of September 25th, Bermuda has administered a total of 87,215 vaccinations – an increase of 539 since the previous week — and 66.5% of the population has received two doses thus far. This is the second consecutive week of increase, as the data as of September 18th showed an increase of 482 since the […]
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Health Emergency Order Extended Until Nov 29
| The Public Health [Covid-19] Emergency Order 2021 has been extended for 60 days, and will now last until November 29th. The Bill said, “The Public Health [Covid-19] Emergency Order 2021 is extended for 60 days. Accordingly, in paragraph 3[2] of that Order, delete “30 September 2021” and substitute “29 November 2021”. This comes as the […]
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Witness Appeal: Three Vehicle Collision
| The police are appealing for witnesses to a three vehicle collision in Sandys parish on Friday. A police spokesperson said, “At last check, the 21-year-old female rider [said to be a Sandys parish resident] hurt in a three vehicle collision at the junction of Somerset Road and Scaur Lane, Sandys parish around 5:30pm Friday, 24th […]
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Ten More Coronavirus Related Deaths Confirmed
| The Government has confirmed the sad news that there have been ten more coronavirus-related deaths, taking the overall death toll up to 72. Minister of Health Kim Wilson said, “I am sad to report today that Bermuda has experienced ten more coronavirus-related deaths. I extend heartfelt condolences to the families and friends who recently lost […]
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99 New, 1453 Active, 61 In Hospital, 11 In ICU
| The Ministry received 3721 test results — spanning two days — and 99 were positive, so there are now 1453 active cases of which 61 people are in hospital, with 11 in ICU, and sadly the Ministry confirmed ten more deaths. “I am sad to report today that Bermuda has experienced ten more coronavirus-related deaths,” […]
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Hurricane Sam remains a ‘potential threat’
Category 4 Hurricane Sam remains a potential threat to Bermuda and is expected to be at its closest point to the island in the early hours of Saturday morning.
The Bermuda Weather Service only provid…
The Bermuda Weather Service only provid…
Another ten people die from Covid – total deaths now at 72
Ten more people have died from Covid-19, the health minister announced this evening, bringing the island’s death toll to 72.
It brings the number of deaths this month alone to 38.
Kim Wilson gave “hea…
It brings the number of deaths this month alone to 38.
Kim Wilson gave “hea…