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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [July 22] include a list of proposed planning applications. List Of Proposed Planning Applications Advertise July 22, 2021 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Notification Of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID: GN0694/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Planning Publication Date: 22 July 2021 Government Of Bermuda Department […]
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| Through a collaboration with Johns Hopkins Medicine International, the Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] Primary Stroke Centre will be “one of the first facilities in the world to offer a trans-oceanic telestroke service.” A spokesperson said, “Telestroke allows experts anywhere in the world to quickly examine a suspected stroke patient and make the time-sensitive treatment recommendation […]
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| The Court Street Market will be held this Sunday [July 25] featuring a host of vendors selling a variety of items including clothes, shoes, candles, handbags, jewelry, homemade cookies, crafts, workout gear, beauty products, and more. A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton is pleased to sponsor an exciting open-air shopping event taking place this […]
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| The newest recruits to the Royal Bermuda Regiment have successfully completed two weeks of training. The rookie soldiers battled a range of challenges over Recruit Camp – and said they looked forward to continuing their military education. Private Keijah Lee,18, said he joined the RBR straight after graduation from the Berkeley Institute in Pembroke. He […]
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| The City of Hamilton is advising that, due to the forecast of inclement weather this weekend, the Scavenger Hunt will be postponed until August 13 and 14. A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton is advising individuals registered to take part in the City’s Scavenger Hunt this Friday and Saturday that, due to forecast inclement […]
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| Road sobriety checkpoints will be conducted in seven parishes from Friday, July 23rd to Sunday, August 1st. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] will be conducting road sobriety checkpoints in 7 parishes [Hamilton parish, Smith’s parish, Devonshire, Pembroke, Paget, Warwick & Southampton] starting Friday, 23rd July through Sunday, 1st August 2021 – […]
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| [Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [July 22] with the list indicating that there are five bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.05pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 5 runs cancelled this morning, 6 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]
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| Special Olympics Bermuda recently highlighted their athletes, with tennis player Bridget Marshall, equestrian Eden Woollery, tennis player Micah Lambert, Athlete Leader Danielle Gibbons, and bowler Wayne Smith sharing the spotlight. Special Olympics Bermuda posted graphics online, saying, “Welcome to the first of our weekly ‘Meet Our Athletes’ series. “Each week we will introduce you to […]
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~ Public encouraged to support local talent at safely distanced midday concert ~
The Department of Culture will host its final Creatives Live! open air musical concert this Saturday (July 24).
The featured performance will be the sounds of the multi-piece band, Coral Beats.
The popular midday concert which takes place on the steps of City Hall, is aimed at showcasing and supporting Bermuda’s talented artists.
| Premier David Burt is holding a press conference this afternoon [July 22] regarding Future Leaders Bermuda, a leadership course that combines academic study, mentorship and community service for students. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update: The live broadcast has concluded and the replay is […]
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| Conyers’ Bermuda and Cayman Islands Private Client & Trust practices have been recognised in Chambers and Partners’ High Net Worth Guide 2021, with Band 1 and Band 2 rankings, respectively. A spokesperson said, “Conyers continues to be ranked Band 1 in Bermuda for Offshore Trusts and is described as ‘the force to be reckoned with […]
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| Minister of Education Diallo Rabain will address the public via the Government media channels at 8pm this evening [July 22], when he will be “sharing the final decision for parish primary schools.” The Government media has uploaded the video to one of their YouTube channels and it is set to premiere — as in be […]
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| The Bermuda Hospitals Board announced “that it is updating visiting restrictions, effective immediately, in light of the low prevalence of Covid-19 in the community at this time” noting that they can “maintain a more open visiting policy.” Dr Wesley Miller, Chief of Staff, comments: “We are pleased it is safe enough to allow more visitation […]
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| The TravelPulse Podcast interviewed Bermuda Tourism Authority CEO Charles Jeffers II to “find out how the island has handled things over the last year and what travelers can expect now.” Listen below: The Podcast description said, “In episode 8, Brian and Sarah discuss the latest news around reopenings, and Sarah shares what the new Caribbean […]
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| The Hospitals Auxiliary of Bermuda [HAB] presented scholarships to three candy stripers, with Gabriella Medeiros, G’Zai Dyer and Marley Todd all receiving educational awards. A spokesperson said, “Every year, the Hospitals Auxiliary of Bermuda [HAB] presents scholarships to some of our deserving senior candy stripers who are pursuing their education. “This year, we are proud […]
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| BELCO issued an advisory on tree trimming, reminding everyone that we are now in hurricane season and noting that “trees falling on power lines is the leading cause of power outages in Bermuda, especially during hurricanes.” “BELCO hires local landscaping companies to ensure trees are cut back near main line circuits along main roads and this proactive […]
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| St George’s Cricket Club President Neil Paynter has confirmed that Onias Bascome has been confirmed as the St George’s Cricket Club 2021 Cup Match Captain. Bascome replaces Lionel Cann, who was recalled by St George’s Cricket Club as captain in 2019. Bascome follows the footsteps of his father Herbie, and brother Oronde Bascome who both […]
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| The Ministry is encouraging the public to trim back any overhanging trees on their own properties and is reminding people that Marsh Folly will be open this weekend [Saturday July 24 and Sunday 25], from 7.30am to 4.00pm for the free dumping of any horticultural waste. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works is […]
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| The parents of a student from Bermuda who died in a treatment centre in Utah in 2019 are suing the facility, with the Utah media reporting that they are “alleging the treatment center should have done more to prevent their child’s death.” This is according to reports from the Utah media, with the KSL website […]
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| The Department of Culture is reminding the public about a series of events being held in the lead up to the Emancipation Day, Mary Prince Day and Cup Match Holiday. A Government spokesperson said, “As is tradition, each year, the Department of Culture hosts and sponsors a number of activities during the month of July […]
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| Daniel Augustus competed in the APGA Tour Deere Run, at the TPC Deere Run, in Silvis, Illinois. Augustus shot a 2-round 4-over par 146, this after rounds of 1-over par 72, and 3-over par 74, to finish T17th. In his first round, the Bermudian golfer carded 4 birdies, 11 pars, 2 bogeys, and 1 triple […]
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| Marcus Scotland was once again amongst the runs as he captained London Schools to a 195 run victory over the Derbyshire Academy at the North Mymms Cricket Club Grounds in Hertfordshire. Opener Scotland was his team’s top scorer with 67, he shared a 140 second-wicket partnership with Arjun Gill who scored 57, as London Schools […]
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| Ocean View Professionals Brian Morris and Delyone Borden won the fourth Greg Maybury Professional Golf Cup. The Greg Maybury Professional Cup is a tournament between Ocean View Golf Course Professionals and Port Royal Golf Course Professionals. Morris and Borden took on Stevie Lambert and Andrew Trott-Francis at the Turtle Hill Golf Course. Playing Match-Play in […]
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| Bermudian software development company, Supatone Ltd, has launched the Virtual AP, a “software that helps organizations to transition their Accounts Payable workflow from a largely paper-based process to a digital one, storing all documents in a central repository.” A spokesperson said, ” It is now available to businesses locally and overseas. The web-based application can […]
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| Oneglobal Broking announced that Dennis Mahoney will join Oneglobal Bermuda as Chairman, with immediate effect. A spokesperson said, “Dennis is a past President of the Insurance Institute of London, he also served as Chairman of W.I.N. [World Insurance Network] and subsequently as a long-time Board member of A.C.O.R.D. “Following his retirement as Chairman of Aon […]
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| AM Best has assigned a Preliminary Credit Assessment [PCA] to North End Re Ltd. [Bermuda] with a Financial Strength Assessment of A- pca [Excellent] and a Long-Term Issuer Credit Assessment of “a-” pca [Excellent]. The outlook assigned to these PCAs is stable. Currently, the company is a wholly owned direct subsidiary of Brookfield Asset Management […]
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| July 21 saw 1,300 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $5,525.00 BD. 1,300 shares were traded by Bermuda Press [Holdings] Ltd, closing down 0.2% at $4.25 per share. The BSX finished at 2,511.61, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 1 decline, and 60 remained unchanged. The full report for the […]
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Good afternoon and welcome to Harmony Club.
The Ministry’s Short Term Economic Stimulus Programme was launched in December 2020. This Economic Stimulus initiative is aimed at providing employment and building opportunities for small to medium sized contractors.
The project’s selection principles are to maximize the employment of the private sector while providing much-needed refreshing of neglected infrastructure.
| 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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| “The Little Blessings Nursery in Hamilton Parish has been closed temporarily pending the completion of investigations,” the Government confirmed this evening. A Government spokesperson said, “The Little Blessings Nursery in Hamilton Parish has been closed temporarily pending the completion of investigations related to an incident that occurred earlier this week, and the implementation of additional […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [July 21] include grant of a Permanent Resident’s Certificate, acting appointments, large group exemptions, and notice of intended marriages. Clean Air Act Mr. E Ingham Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Notice of Intention to Construct a Controlled Plant Notice ID: GN0693/2021 Public Authorities / Department: […]
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| Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] is offering breast ultrasound services “for people with dense breast tissue,” with the service being provided to patients as of last week. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Hospitals Board is on the forefront of breast care with plans to offer breast ultrasound for people with dense breast tissue. “BHB provided the service […]
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