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Photos & Video: Why Wantley House Matters
| On Monday evening, an event was held at Wantley House on Princess Street to share information about the history of the Wantley House building. Mrs. Maxine Esdaille — who has started a campaign with an aim to stop Wantley House being demolished — shared information about the history of Wantley and the reasons why the historically […]
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Official Govt & Legal Notices For June 17 2021
| The official Government and Legal notices for today [June 17] include list of propose planning applications, appointments, and traffic notice. Emergency Road Closure, Bourne Drive [June 22, 2021] Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Traffic Notice Notice ID: GN0516/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Public Works Headquarters Publication date: 17 June 2021 Ministry Of Public […]
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Parliament: Order Of Business For June 18th
| The House of Assembly will be in session on Friday [June 18] and statements scheduled to be delivered include the Annual Report of the Registry General 2020, an update on Wantley, Phase 2 Training & Employment Initiatives, the University of the West Indies Interactive Virtual Open House, the Department of Education Summer Learning Programmes and […]
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Shooting Victim In ICU, Police Appeal For Info
| The 56-year-old man who was shot multiple times yesterday remains in the ICU, and the police are appealing for anyone with any information or residents with any CCTV footage that may be useful to please contact them. Chief Inspector Peter Stableford [Serious Crime Unit] said, “I would like to take this opportunity to provide a brief […]
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30 Minute Video: June 17 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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Police appeal for wharf shooting witnesses
A 56-year-old man who suffered multiple gunshot wounds in a daylight attack at a ferry dock remained in intensive care tonight.
Inspector Peter Stableford said the shooting, which happened at 7.30pm y…
Inspector Peter Stableford said the shooting, which happened at 7.30pm y…
BIU denies blame for cruise ship axing trip to St George’s
The Bermuda Industrial Union tonight denied responsibility for a cruise ship’s cancellation of visits to St George’s.
A BIU spokeswoman said the union’s work to rule would end at midnight tonight – be…
A BIU spokeswoman said the union’s work to rule would end at midnight tonight – be…
Weather Forecast For Friday June 18
| Friday, June 18 is expected to see cloudy start with showers, improving afternoon through night, with the high to be near 26°C/78°F and the low to be near 22°C/71°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be west. The relative humidity is expected to be near 80%. Sunrise will be at 6.12am […]
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Opposition Leader On National Heroes Day
| [National Heroes Day message from Opposition Leader Cole Simons] On the eve of the 2021 National Heroes Day celebration, it is not a difficult task to identify and celebrate Bermuda’s heroes. As we all made our way through the past twelve months of the coronavirus, there have been countless examples of Bermuda’s heroes who should […]
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Larrita Adderley’s ‘The Stain’ Now Available
| A book by author Larrita Adderley entitled The Stain is now available at Sacred, The Bermuda Bookstore on Queen Street, and Tiny Ts Shop on Court Street. Ms Adderley said, “I graduated from IAP Career College. I was studying to become a life coach, business consultant and a daycare business owner. The book The Stain […]
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Zeta-Jones Talks About Her Time In Bermuda
| Oscar-winning actress Catherine Zeta-Jones recently spoke to Homes & Gardens about a number of topics, including her time in Bermuda. The Homes & Gardens website said, “Academy award-winning actress Catherine Zeta-Jones is among the most celebrated figures in Hollywood – but despite taking LA by storm, home to Catherine is wherever she finds her family. […]
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Current Emergency Grant Funding To End
| After launching in April, the current phase of the BEDC Covid-19 Emergency Grant Funding will end on June 20th, and the last applications to be considered for support of business impacted during the public health restrictions must be submitted by 11:59 pm on June 19th. A spokesperson said, “The current phase of the BEDC Covid-19 Emergency […]
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Bermuda National Team Kits Now On Sale
| The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] announced that the Bermuda National Team kit is now on sale. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] is proud to announce that the Bermuda National Team jerseys are now on sale. The BFA unveiled the new Score kits on June 3rd, that feature the new triangular design which […]
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Video: ‘Taking Off’ Highlights Beach Cleanup
| Skyport has released the latest episode of ‘Taking Off’, a video series with host Mikaela Pearman that highlights the airport, with this episode highlighting the beach cleanup. Speaking in the episode, Mikaela Pearman said, “As you may be aware, the property surrounding the LF Wade International Airport has a few beaches, and due to their […]
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Partial Road Closure Along Bourne Drive
| The Ministry of Public Works advises motorists that there will be partial road closure along Bourne Drive at the Five Fort Golf Course path in St. George’s on Tuesday, June 22nd. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works wishes to inform motorists that Hotelco will need to undertake emergency pump repairs along Bourne […]
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MDL Summer Student Volunteer Programme
| The Bermuda Government’s Molecular Diagnostics Lab [MDL] is currently accepting applications for its Summer Student Volunteer Programme, which will run from July 4, through Saturday, September 4, 2021. A Government spokesperson said, “If you’re a young person interested in the sciences and are looking to gain first-hand experience working in a laboratory environment, then the […]
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Simons singles out essential workers for National Heroes Day
The Leader of the Opposition said today Bermuda should honour its frontline workers as the island marked National Heroes Day over the long weekend.
Cole Simons of the One Bermuda Alliance added it was…
Cole Simons of the One Bermuda Alliance added it was…
Ministry: 95 Bus Runs Cancelled On Thursday
| [Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [June 17] with the list indicating that there are forty-four bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.00pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 44 runs cancelled this morning, 51 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]
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National Heroes’ Day Garbage Collection Advisory
| The Ministry of Public Works is advising of changes to the garbage collection schedule due to the National Heroes’ Day holiday. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works is advising that due to the National Heroes’ Day holiday on Monday June 21, garbage will not be collected on that day. “Instead, the public should […]
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Molecular Diagnostics Lab: Summer Volunteer Program 2021
If you’re a young person interested in the sciences and are looking to gain first-hand experience working in a laboratory environment, then the Bermuda Government’s Molecular Diagnostics Lab (MDL) is looking for you.
The MDL is currently accepting applications for its Summer Student Volunteer Programme, which will run from July 4, through Saturday, September 4, 2021. The Bermuda Government Molecular Diagnostics Lab is the primary laboratory for the testing of SARS-CoV-2 (the virus that causes the COVID-19 disease) in Bermuda.
Appeal for students to join battle against the coronavirus
An appeal for student volunteers to join the front line in the war on the Covid-19 virus was today issued by the Government.
A Government spokeswoman said successful applicants would spend two weeks w…
A Government spokeswoman said successful applicants would spend two weeks w…
Road closure due to emergency pump repairs
A road near the new St Regis hotel will be closed for a day next week to carry out emergency pump repairs.
A spokeswoman said: “The Ministry of Public Works wishes to inform motorists that Hotelco wi…
A spokeswoman said: “The Ministry of Public Works wishes to inform motorists that Hotelco wi…
Warwick Academy Launches Art Auction
| Warwick Academy has launched an online art auction in support of their bursary fund, with the auction running until Tuesday, June 22. A spokesperson said, “Warwick Academy has launched, for the first time ever in Bermuda, an online outside art auction in support of their bursary fund. The auction went live on Monday, June 14 […]
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Gibbons Appoint Tony Thompson As CEO
| The Gibbons Company’s Board of Directors announced that Tony Thompson has been appointed the department store’s next Chief Executive Officer, following the retirement of retail industry veteran Paula Clarke. Mr Thompson will take over the roles and responsibilities as CEO of Gibbons Company when Ms Clarke steps down on July 1. Chairman David Gibbons said: […]
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Cricket: Eastern Counties To Host Annual Classic
| The Eastern Counties Cricket Association [ECCA] announced that they have “decided to proceed with the hosting of the annual classic.” “The annual classic was cancelled in 2020, due to the global pandemic, but all four member clubs are eager to see this prestigious event return as of July 17th,” the ECCA noted. ECCA President Mr. […]
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Ten Receive National Junior Athlete Awards
| Ten young people were recognized during the annual National Junior Athlete Sponsorship Programme award ceremony, with the event held at the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club. In delivering his remarks, Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport, Dr. Ernest Peets said, “A special good afternoon to our National Sport Governing Bodies, award recipients, their families and […]
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Photos: Rotary Youth Partner With Girlguides
| As part of Hamilton Rotary Club’s Youth Development Initiative, Rotary youth recently partnered with Bermuda Girlguides to “help build character, foster good relations, and strengthen leadership skills in youth.” A spokesperson said, “As part of Hamilton Rotary Club’s Youth Development Initiative, Rotary Youth have been encouraged to partner with Bermuda Girlguides to help build character, […]
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Terceira Concludes In Leir International Event
| Jillian Terceira recently concluded competing in the CSI2*1*YH Lier International Horse Jumping event. Terceira and Iluna Di Cantero finished 10th while competing in the 1.35m CSI2* in 2 Phases Class. The pair had a clear first phase and then clocked a second phase time of 55.18 with four penalty fault points. Terceira and Orelio Di […]
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Live: Chasing cancer research
Join The Royal Gazette and its media partner The Washingtn Post for this livestream broadcast on new developments in cancer research.
2021 marks 50 years since the National Cancer Act was signed into…
2021 marks 50 years since the National Cancer Act was signed into…
BILTIR Celebrates 10 Year Anniversary
| Bermuda International Long Term Insurers and Reinsurers [BILTIR] is celebrating 10 years of successfully supporting the island’s long-term insurance and reinsurance sectors, which provide life and annuity products. A spokesperson said, “BILTIR was set up in June 2011 to act as an advocate for Bermuda’s long-term sector industry. It’s first initiative was to collaborate with […]
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Sharks Swim Club Team Heading To Bahamas
| Seven senior members from the Sharks Swim Club will travel to compete in the Bahamas National Swimming Championships in Nassau. The Championships begin on June 24th and are one of the final Olympic qualifiers for Tokyo 2021 at the end of July. Representing the Sharks will be Brian Desmond, Taylor White, Tayla Horan, Daria Desmond, […]
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Hollis, Tomlinson & Jones Team Results In UK
| Bermudian cricketers Dennico Hollis, Zeri Tomlinson, and Logan Jones were in action for their respective teams in the UK. Dennico Hollis Dennico Hollis and his Stenhousemuir Cricket Club teammates went down by 9 runs in a low-scoring Twenty20 game against Dumpelher. Dumpelher batted first and were bowled out for 95, Hollis bowled 4-0-15-1. In reply, […]
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Ministry: 44 Bus Runs Cancelled On Thursday
| The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [June 17] with the list indicating that there are forty-four bus runs cancelled so far today. Related Stories Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Friday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Thursday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Tuesday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Wednesday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Thursday Ministry: […]
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Jesse walking on sunshine after ‘miracle’ fight back from broken neck
A lead singer who landed in hospital with a broken neck after a crash said yesterday doctors had dubbed him “a walking miracle” because of his fast recovery.
Jesse Seymour, who was 32 earlier this mon…
Jesse Seymour, who was 32 earlier this mon…
Women’s charity rejects $20,000 from under-fire fashion firm Revolve
A women’s charity has rejected a $20,000 donation from a US fashion retailer because of controversy over a raft-up organised on a marketing trip to the island.
The Women’s Resource Centre was offered…
The Women’s Resource Centre was offered…
Philanthropist says $500,000 donation was best way to help in the Covid-19 crisis
A Canadian businessman who moved to Bermuda as a digital nomad and donated half a million dollars to support island businesses and frontline workers said he did it to help the place he now calls home….
Bermudian US Marine stands easy – but plans a new career in education
A Bermudian who joined the United States Marine Corps has stood down from active service after a stellar career of more than 21 years.
But Dathan Byrd, who retired with a doctorate in education and as…
But Dathan Byrd, who retired with a doctorate in education and as…
Hollywood star Zeta-Jones says she felt at home in Bermuda
Hollywood royalty Catherine Zeta-Jones felt “most at home” when she lived in Bermuda, she has revealed in a magazine interview.
The globe-trotting Welsh star, married to superstar actor Michael Dougl…
The globe-trotting Welsh star, married to superstar actor Michael Dougl…
Hamilton Insurance Appoints Vanessa Young
| Hamilton Insurance Group, Ltd. announced that Vanessa Young has been appointed as Head of Mergers and Acquisitions [M&A] Insurance across its global operations. Ms Young joined Hamilton last month, based in London, and reports to Miles Osorio, Active Underwriter of Lloyd’s Syndicate 4000. “We are delighted to welcome Vanessa to our Hamilton team in this newly-created […]
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Deloitte Bermuda Hires Kelvin Lam As Partner
| Deloitte Bermuda has hired Kelvin Lam as a partner, with Mr Lam to lead the actuarial practice for Bermuda and the Caribbean Region. A spokesperson said, “Deloitte Bermuda is thrilled to welcome their new partner, Kelvin Lam, to newly relaunch our Actuarial & Insurance Solutions Practice, effective June 1, 2021. “Kelvin joins Bermuda from the […]
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Column: Learning The Different Types Of Moles
| [Column written by Dr Elena Hawryluk] As the summer beckons, it’s time to set our sights on family days in the sun. Whether your kids are heading to the beach, playing sports or having picnic, it’s important that you make sure their skin is safe from sunlight – especially if they have moles. Moles are […]
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Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: June 16 2021
| June 16 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,556.46, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 61 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories ‘Active And Significant Year For The BSX’ Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: June 15 […]
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COVID-19 Daily Release 16 June 2021
The Ministry of Health received 1607 test results since the last update, and zero were positive for COVID-19. This gives a test positivity rate of 0.0%.
Additionally, there were no recoveries and no deaths.
There are currently five active cases, of which;
• Four are under public health monitoring and;
• One is in the hospital.
Since March 2020, Bermuda has recorded 2499 total confirmed cases of COVID-19; out of those, 2461 persons have recovered, and sadly, there were 33 COVID-related deaths.
The source of all cases is as follows:
56-Year-Old Man In ICU After Shooting In Warwick
| A 56-year-old man is in the ICU after suffering multiple gunshot wounds in a shooting at Darrell’s Wharf, off Harbour Road in Warwick this evening [June 16,] tthe police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance with its investigation into a shooting incident which left a 56-year-old […]
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Minister Rabain On West Indies Open House
| Minister of Education Diallo Rabain held a press conference today [June 16] regarding the upcoming University of the West Indies Virtual Open House, which will be held on Thursday, June 24th. Speaking in the press conference, Minister Rabain said, “Today, I am pleased to announce yet another initiative to promote the relationship between the Bermuda […]
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Covid: 0 New Cases, 5 Active, 1 In Hospital
| The Ministry received 1607 test results and zero were positive for Covid-19, and there are currently five active cases with one person in the hospital. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health received 1607 test results since the last update, and zero were positive for Covid-19. This gives a test positivity rate of 0.0%. […]
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