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Please find below a statement from the Minister of Labour, the Hon. Jason Hayward, JP, MP, regarding the St. Regis Resort benefitting Bermudians and our economy.
Minister of Labour, the Hon Jason Hayward, JP, MP, said, “Members of the public will recall that in March 2021, the Government announced that over 90 Bermudian staff would start work at the St. Regis Resort in the first recruitment phase.
| Most local Covid-19 restrictions will end at 5.00am on Sunday [June 20], with only rules regarding mask wearing in indoor public places and restrictions on large groups to remain in place. Speaking at this evening’s press conference, Premier David Burt said, “All local restrictions, with the exception of two rules regarding mask wearing in indoor […]
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| As of June 12th, there have been a total of 76,526 vaccinations given, with 55.4% of the population having received two doses thus far. Speaking during tonight’s press conference, Health Minister Kim Wilson provided vaccination statistics, saying, “We have completed the twenty-second full week of vaccinations. Since January 11 Bermuda has administered a total of […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [June 15] include appointments, cancellation of registration, list of proposed planning applications, traffic notices, a notice of publication of Parliamentary Register and more. Corrigendum To GNO 474/2021 On Behalf Of Department Of Planning Re: Bermuda Plan 2018 Notice 2021 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public […]
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| Wednesday, June 16 is expected to see sunny periods with a few showers, increasing overnight, with the high to be near 28°C/83°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 81%. Sunrise will be at 6.11am […]
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| The Department of Culture will host the Bermuda National Heroes Tribute Concert on Saturday [June 19] at Victoria Park. A Government spokesperson said, “Bermuda will observe National Heroes Day on June 21, 2021. And to commemorate the day, the Department of Culture will host the Bermuda National Heroes Tribute Concert on Saturday 19th, 5.00 pm […]
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| [Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [June 15] with the list indicating that there are fifty-four bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.10pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 54 runs cancelled this morning, 30 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]
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Bermuda will observe National Heroes Day on June 21, 2021. And to commemorate the day, the Department of Culture will host the Bermuda National Heroes Tribute Concert on Saturday 19th, 5.00 pm at Victoria Park.
The concert will feature performances by Gene Steede, Joy T. Barnum, Willard Burch, Val Sherwood, Working Title band, Wendell “Shine” Hayward and other artists who will honour our eight National Heroes:
Ø Mary Prince
Ø Gladys Misick Morrell
Ø Sir John W. Swan, KBE, JP
The Department of Education wishes to notify parents that registration for the Bright Start Programme 2021/2022 for three-year-olds has been postponed.
Parents who were planning to register their children for the Bright Start Programme at the preschools listed below are advised that the registration previously scheduled to take place from June 14th to 16th is postponed until further notice to enable a further review of the requirements for the online registration process:
| The Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] recently held an online professional development workshop for 13 participants, representing nine different non-governmental organizations [NGOs]. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] is very pleased to have received the support of the Centennial Foundation Committee through their grant for the funding of a recently delivered an online workshop […]
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| Catherine R. Duffy has been awarded the prestigious Fred Reiss Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2021 Bermuda Captive Conference. A spokesperson said, “Catherine R. Duffy has been awarded the Fred Reiss Lifetime Achievement Award for her outstanding commitment and contribution to Bermuda’s captive industry. “A sought-after speaker, writer and programme leader, Duffy is recognised locally […]
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| The Bermuda Hotel Association announced that “all association member properties will implement a mandatory requirement for all non-immunised hotel employees to be tested every seven days.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Hotel Association (BHA) have announced that with effect from Tuesday, 22nd June 2021, all association member properties will implement a mandatory requirement for all […]
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| Harrington South Road near Quarry Road will be closed for all traffic on Saturday [June 19] and Sunday [June 20] “so that BELCO trench works can undertake a lane crossover from the eastbound lane to westbound lane,” the Ministry has advised. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works wishes to inform motorists that […]
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A special good afternoon to our National Sport Governing Bodies, award recipients, their families and supporters.
Welcome to the Annual National Junior Athlete Sponsorship Programme award ceremony.
What an exciting occasion.
From tennis to sailing; from Sanshou to boxing; and from motorcycle racing to volleyball; we are here today to honour some of the best in youth sports.
| The Garden Club Of Bermuda has made a donation of $10,000 to the Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] for their Trunk Island ‘Funding the Future’ project. A spokesperson said, “Trunk Island, a living classroom educating tomorrow’s environmentalists, is the aim of Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS]. “In order to achieve this goal, Trunk Island is undergoing a […]
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| Paradise Scents has partnered with e-commerce website Hook.bm in order to sell their products online. A spokesperson said, “In the times we are in now, people are trying to be extra cautious in how they move about the island. Some people are working from home. Some people are limiting who they are around. But most […]
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| The Bermuda Monetary Authority [BMA] said they are “aware that fraudulent cheques have been created in the United States which falsely appear to have been issued from a US bank account operated by the Authority.” A spokesperson said, “On 15 June 2021, the Bermuda Monetary Authority [the Authority] is aware that fraudulent cheques have been created in […]
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| Twenty local young adults recently participated in the launch of the first ever Ignite Young Adult Entrepreneurial Internship Programme. A spokesperson said, “The programme kicked off with a two-day Boot Camp alongside Ignite’s Cohort 4. The young adult participants were able to gain insight into the Ignite curriculum throughout the two days consisting of workshops […]
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| The second named storm of the 2021 Atlantic hurricane season has formed, with the Bermuda Weather Service saying that Tropical Storm Bill is “not a threat to Bermuda,” with its closest point of approach to Bermuda within 72 hours is forecast to be 351 nm to the NNW at 3am on Tuesday [June 15], with […]
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| Following the 2021 National Sprint Championships at Clearwater Beach, which served as a World Triathlon Qualifier scheduled for Bermuda in October, a number of athletes met the qualifying standards. Nicholas Pilgrim and Tommy Marshall met the standard for the male 16-19 age group division. Will Green met the standard for the male 25-29 age group […]
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| Local organizers in Bermuda are helping the public to celebrate Pride Month in Bermuda, saying “we will use this opportunity to reflect on the unwavering love we must have for ourselves and each other to thrive.” A spokesperson said, “Happy June, it’s Pride Month! June is Pride Month for LGBTQ+ members all over the world. […]
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| Noting that a video “of a minor who appears to be engaged in drug activity” has been shared on social media, the police said the “matter is now under investigation,” and have also appealed to people to please not forward the video. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] has been sent a video […]
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| The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [June 15] with the list indicating that there are fifty-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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| Adam Hall and his Aberdeen IronBirds teammates continue to lead the High-A-East – Northern Division with a record of 20 wins and 14 defeats. Hall has played in 29 games, going to the plate 108 times, he has scored 16 runs and also has 24 hits. Hall has 2 doubles, 1 home run, and 10 […]
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| Caitlyn Bobb competed in the Maryland Public Secondary Schools Athletic Association [MPSSAA] 2A East Section 1 Championships, winning 3 events. Bobb — representing Harford Tech — won the women’s varsity 100 meters clocking a time of 12.34, and she also won the women’s varsity 200 meters in a record time of 24.78. Bobb closed out […]
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| Jillian Terceira recently began competing in the CSI2*1*YH Lier International Horse Jumping event in Europe. Terceira, competing in the 1.35m Table A in 2 phases special class, picked up the win riding Iluna Di Cantero. They had two clear phases with a time of 35.91. Terceira and Mia Volo VD Molendreef finished 13th, with two […]
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| The MTM Summer Bowl 2021 Tournament continued at the Fairmont Southampton Tennis Courts. Two matches took place with the Boys Under 14 Final and the Mixed Open Doubles Final. In the Under 14 Boy’s Final Vincent Boisvert defeated Antonio Warner in straight sets 6-0, 6-0. In the Mixed Open Doubles Final, Cayla Cross and Gavin […]
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| Mosaic Insurance has appointed cybersecurity specialist Daisy Lopez as VP, Production Specialist, Cyber, for their U.S. underwriting team. A spokesperson said, “Mosaic Insurance announced that cybersecurity specialist Daisy Lopez has been appointed as VP, Production Specialist, Cyber, for their U.S. underwriting team. “Based in New York, Lopez will be VP, Production Specialist, Cyber, reporting to […]
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| The MarketPlace has provided information about shopping hours for its various locations during the National Heroes Day holiday, including their Shelly Bay, Heron Bay, and Modern Mart stores, as well as their Pricerite Warwick location. Related Stories BSX Closed For National Heroes Day Holiday RUBiS National Heroes Day Holiday Hours BSX Will Be Closed For […]
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| June 14 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,569.33, 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 11 […]
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The Ministry of Health received 4800 test results since the last update, and one (1) was positive for COVID-19. This gives a test positivity rate of 0.02%.
These results are from testing done on Thursday (0 positive out of 1807 results (0.0% positivity)), Friday (1 positive out of 1488 results (0.1% positivity)) and Saturday (0 positive out of 1505 results (0.0% positivity)).
The new case is classified as local transmission with known contact as they are associated with a known case.
Additionally, there was one (1) recovery and no deaths.
| The Minister of Social Development and Seniors Tinee Furbert held a press conference today [June 14] regarding World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Minister Tinee Furbert said, “Tomorrow Bermuda will commemorate World Elder Abuse Day. World Elder Abuse Day is held on June 15th annually to bring awareness of elder abuse and negligence through cultural, social […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [June 14] include large group exemptions, appointments, acting appointments, temporary fundraising licence, and cancellation of registration. Clean Air Act Elaine Miskiewicz Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Notice of Intention to Construct a Controlled Plant Notice ID: GN0490/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Environment and Natural Resources […]
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| Hafid James and BHEC’s Dr Ricky Brathwaite are joining Bernews this evening [June 14] for a two segment episode in the Bernews News & Views series. Part I Mr James will explain about a new campaign to bring awareness to the important topic of preventing child abuse. Part II Bermuda Health Council CEO Dr Ricky Brathwaite is set […]
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| The Ministry received 4800 test results — from Thursday, Friday and Saturday — and one was positive for Covid-19, with the new case classified as local transmission with known contact. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health received 4800 test results since the last update, and one [1] was positive for Covid-19. This gives […]
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| 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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