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| One Communications has partnered with Alarm.com to launch One SmartBusiness, saying that their new offering provides “businesses with security, cost savings, and business insights.” A spokesperson said, “One SmartBusiness offers industry leading technology for smarter security, video monitoring, and energy management. The innovative solution provides business owners with peace of mind with 24/7 real-time professional monitoring […]
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| The police are appealing for witnesses to a collision involving a motor cycle and a van on June 28th at the junction of Court and Victoria Streets. A police spokesperson said, “At approximately 11:22a.m. on Monday, 28th June, 2021, Police attended a serious motor vehicle Road Traffic Collision at the junction of Court and Victoria […]
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| This Friday [July 9], the Department of Culture will once again host the Creatives Live! open air musical series, featuring Hana Bushara and Willard Burch. A Government spokesperson said, “The midday concert which takes place on the steps of City Hall, is aimed at showcasing and supporting Bermuda’s talented artists. “Previous Creatives Live! performances included […]
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| The Bermuda Chamber of Commerce and Hamilton Princess will be hosting a Wine Fest event on Thursday, July 15, with the event to take place on Hamilton Princess’s Regency Terrace and feature six of Bermuda’s leading wine distributors. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Chamber of Commerce and Hamilton Princess are set to host Wine Fest. […]
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| Citizens Uprooting Racism in Bermuda [CURB] will be hosting a free webinar entitled “Emancipation In The Bermuda Context” on Tuesday, July 27th. CURB said, “How much were owners of the enslaved compensated in Bermuda? What is the legacy of Sir George Somers, and why has the last Friday of July been changed to recognise National […]
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Yesterday (July 5), the Minister of National Security, the Hon. Renee Ming visited this year’s newest Royal Bermuda Regiment (RBR) recruits who are participating in the Regiment’s summer training camp, which began on Sunday.
Twenty-two (22) trainees have enrolled in this year’s recruitment camp.
During the visit, Minister Ming said she was impressed with this year’s intake of new soldiers and is “appreciative of their willingness to serve the people of Bermuda.”
| “We played Haiti two years ago and felt like we should have gotten something out of that match, so we’ll be up against them. It’s a one-off game, we have to leave everything on the pitch and give it all we’ve got,” Bermuda Head Coach Kyle Lightbourne said. The Concacaf website said, “Bermuda’s first ever […]
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| The Chubb Charitable Foundation Bermuda announced this year’s scholarship recipients, with Zahra Wilson receiving the Robert Clements Scholarship, Owenea Roberts receiving the Bermuda College Education Award, and Asia Atienza receiving the bursary award. A spokesperson said, “The Chubb Charitable Foundation-Bermuda is pleased to announce this year’s Robert Clements Scholarship, Bermuda College Education Award, and Bursary […]
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| The Bermuda football team will be playing against Haiti in the second round of the Gold Cup Preliminaries this evening [July 6] in Florida. The team advanced to this round following a spectacular showing against Barbados which saw the team claim an 8-1 win and score the fastest goal in Gold Cup history, with Nahki […]
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| Joyn Insurance today [July 6] announced a “strategic insurance partnership and investment” from SiriusPoint Ltd. A spokesperson said, “The businesses will work together to transform small and mid-market US commercial insurance through digital technology, data analytics, and automation. “Initially operating as a Managing General Agency [“MGA”], Joyn will be focused on the underserved needs of […]
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| SiriusPoint Ltd. has announced that Jennifer Collier-Souza has been appointed to the role of Chief Financial Officer for SiriusPoint Bermuda Insurance Company Ltd. A spokesperson said, “As CFO for SiriusPoint Bermuda, Ms Collier-Souza will work with the Global Chief Financial Officer, David Junius, in the financial support of the global organization, including supporting the company’s […]
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| Adam Hall and his Aberdeen IronBirds teammates recently picked up a 7 – 2 win over the Brooklyn Cyclones. Hall gave Aberdeen the lead in the bottom of the first inning after a lead-off single. Hall stole second, his 19th of the season, before moving to third off another single; he went on to score […]
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| The funeral service for Ra-Che Williams will be held on Sunday, July 11th, and a Safekey will be required, so if people need to get a test, they are urged to make arrangements in advance. Mr Williams died following a hit and run collision earlier this month, and an online fundraiser to support his family […]
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A devoted medical social worker instrumental in founding the hospital’s home care service for seniors has died at 79.
Tributes came from across the island’s medical comm…
| The Government said they are “aware of the comments raised in some quarters regarding the project to install an energy-saving micro-grid system at the National Sports Centre” and noted that following a tender process it took 33 months for a contract, and the contract was reviewed by three Ministers. The commentary referenced the fact that […]
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| Skate Canada announced the 2021-22 National Team, which consists of 24 members — including three men, three women, four pair teams, and five ice dance teams — with Vanessa James and Eric Radford named as members of the Pairs Team To be named to the National Team, a skater must finish in the top three […]
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| Following the first round of the Western County and the second round of Premier and First Division cricket action over the weekend, we take a look at the top performers. In the batting department, Alje Richardson a guest player for Warwick Workmen’s Club playing in the Western County Cup was the weekend top scorer with […]
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| The Deloitte Open and Pickleball tournament continued at the Pomander Gate Tennis Club, with three tennis matches needing three sets to decide a winner. In Ladies Senior Doubles action, Caroline Paskin and Lavern Stowe came from a set down to defeat Sarah Cook and Sara Fox 2-6, 6-4, 6-4. Wayne Montgomery and Wesley Montgomery won […]
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| “Work will soon start at the site known as the Bermudiana Beach,” Premier David Burt said, adding that “the plan is to complete construction by April 2022 and be open shortly thereafter.” Speaking in the House of Assembly on Friday [July 2], Premier Burt said, “I am pleased to advise this Honourable House of that […]
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| National Security Minister Renee Ming visited this year’s newest Royal Bermuda Regiment trainees who are participating in the annual summer recruit camp. The Government posted the photo below online, saying, “Earlier today National Security Minister Renee Ming visited this year’s newest Royal Bermuda Regiment trainees who are participating in the annual summer recruit camp. “During […]
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| July 5 saw 100 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $2,300.00 BD. 100 shares were traded by BF&M Ltd, closing at an even $23.00 per share. The BSX finished at 2,559.66, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 61 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is […]
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The Ministry of Youth, Culture & Sport is aware of the comments raised in some quarters regarding the project to install an energy-saving micro-grid system at the National Sports Centre (NSC). It should be noted that following a tender process where Atlantic Energy Solutions Group (AESG) Limited was selected as the preferred bidder in September 2018, it took 33 months for a contract to be executed and for work to commence in May 2021.
“This is perhaps the most debated policy in many years and to suggest that after three months of public discussion on this issue the Government would shy away from any debate led by the Opposition is nonsense,” said Premier David Burt after a statement from the Leader of the Opposition.
| Today’s official notices include a ‘Large Group Exemption’ for Cup Match which allows a “gathering of 4,000 to assemble” at the St. George’s Cricket Club on July 29th and 30th subject to the standard large group conditions which include “the use of SafeKey is required for all attendees at any gathering of 51 persons or more”, “sanitizing […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [July 5] include large group exemptions & acting appointments. Large Group Exemption:- Cathedral Of The Most Holy Trinity [Funeral] & Police Recreation Club [Wake] Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN0585/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication Date: 05 July 2021 […]
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| Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch held a press conference this afternoon [July 5] to announce that Paul Martin will serve as the new General Manager of the Bermuda Housing Corporation. Minister Burch’s remarks: Good Afternoon, I am pleased to be joined this afternoon by the Junior Minister of Public Works, Senator Owen Darrell, […]
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| Tuesday, July 6 is expected to see cloud cover remains, periods of rain/showers, with the high to be near 28°C/82°F and the low to be near 24°C/76°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 77%. Sunrise will be at 6.17am and sunset […]
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Good Afternoon,
I am pleased to be joined this afternoon by the Junior Minister of Public Works, Senator Owen Darrell, the Chairman of the Bermuda Housing Corporation, MP Vance Campbell, the General Manager of BHC – Major Barrett St. Vincent Dill and the General Manager Designate Mr. Paul Martin.
This occasion is coming a year later than originally planned as Major Dill gave us plenty of notice that he would retire in July 2020. In light of Covid and our request that he stay on for another year – he agreed with the understanding that there would be no further delay.