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| The Bermuda One-Two Yacht Race got underway in Newport, Rhode Island. Boats and classes are starting to separate themselves as they get into the open water. Dragon is the early leaders skippered by Michael Hennessy, with Gryphon Solo are in second with Joe Harris at the helm, and Kent Racing skippered by Tim Kent is in […]
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| Delray Rawlins and his Sussex 2nd XI teammates made it two wins in a row when they defeated Middlesex 2nd XI by 42 runs. Sussex won the toss and elected to bat, a brutal 44-ball 82 from Luke Wright, with solid support from Bopara who scored 34 off 24 and Rawlins scored 34 off 21, […]
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| The Schroders Long Course Summer Championships 2021 got underway at the National Sports Center. Imojen Judd won the 13-14 Girls 50 LC Meter Backstroke Preliminaries with a time of 33.20, Bella Howes was second touching the wall in a time of 34.31 and Elena Pearman finished 3rd clocking 34.62. The Boys 15 & Over 50 […]
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| Calvin Smith has retired from the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] after over 42 years of public service. A police spokesperson said, “Earlier this week, at 5pm Monday 31st May, Staff Officer Calvin Smith officially retired from the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] after over 42 years of public service – which saw him receive the Overseas Territories […]
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| The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday June 5th. On Sunday the Oleander container ship is expected, on Wednesday the Somers Isles container ship will arrive, and the Viking Orion cruise ship. The weekly shipping schedule, which is subject to change, follows below […]
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| The Ministry of Public Works is informing the public about a lane and railway trail closures including on Stokes Point Road & Mullet Bay Road to Echo Lane in St. George’s, Store Hill Road to Middle Road Substation in Flatts in Smiths, and U.S. Naval Annex Substation near George’s Bay Road railway trail in Southampton […]
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| Enstar Group Limited announced that one of its wholly owned subsidiaries has completed a Loss Portfolio Transfer with Hiscox Ltd. A spokesperson said, “Enstar Group Limited announces today that one of its wholly owned subsidiaries has completed a Loss Portfolio Transfer with Hiscox Ltd [Hiscox], pursuant to which Enstar’s Syndicate 2008 has reinsured a diversified […]
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| June 4 saw 5,400 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $124,200.00 BD. 5,400 shares were traded by BF&M Ltd, closing at an even $23.00 per share. The BSX finished at 2,553.64, 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 Bermuda football team played against Suriname this evening [June 4] as part of the World Cup Qualifiers, with Suriname recording a 6 – 0 win. We will update with additional information as able. Starting line up image courtesy of the BFA: Related Stories Results: Bermudian Footballers In Europe Football: Qualifier To Be Played In […]
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| “This is a significant milestone for Bermuda, particularly from a cultural and heritage standpoint,” Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport, Dr. Ernest Peets said in reference to SATA Azores Airlines launching air service between Bermuda and the Azores. A Government spokesperson said, “Today the Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport, Dr. Ernest Peets offered the […]
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| “The Court was not minded to grant our application for interim injunctive relief but it did grant our application for an expedited hearing on this matter” and the application will be heard on the 7th and 8th July, the Constitutional Freedom Bermuda group said. A spokesperson said, “Constitutional Freedom Bermuda would like to take this […]
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| The Ministry received 1210 test results and none were positive, and there are now 10] active cases, with one person in hospital. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health received 1210 test results since the last update, and none were positive for Covid-19. This gives a test positivity rate of 0.0%. “Additionally, there were […]
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Mr. Speaker, I wish to advise the House of the rescinding of the approval granted to the Government of Bermuda to purchase from the Trustees of the Sandys Secondary School, for a purchase price of One Million Bermuda dollars for the unencumbered freehold interest of the 2.5-acres, namely lots 1, 2, 3 and 4 situated at the site of Sandys Secondary Middle School.
Mr. Speaker, let me first declare my double interest:-
| Saturday, June 5 is expected to see a mix of sun and cloud, with a few showers, with the high to be near 28°C/83°F and the low to be near 23°C/73°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be south. The relative humidity is expected to be near 76%. Sunrise will be […]
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| The Teacher’s Certification Bonded Loan Offering will come into effect in September 2021, Minister of Education Diallo Rabain said in the House of Assembly today [June 4]. The Minister said, “The purpose of this loan is to provide financial support to Bermudian residents who are enrolled in an approved and accredited distance- learning Teacher Certification […]
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| Noting that they have “significantly increased demand over the next few months,” the St. Regis Bermuda Resort — which opened last month — said they are “able to offer exciting employment opportunities” with “over 100 job vacancies.” A spokesperson said, “The opening of The St. Regis Bermuda Resort on May 22, 2021 marked an iconic […]
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| The Ministry of Health announced that “Bermuda can begin administering the vaccine to the lower age group of 12 – 15 year olds.” “The UK Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency [MHRA] has approved the use of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine in children aged 12-15,” said Kim Wilson, Minister of Health. “They have announced that it […]
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| Noting the issues with the past debt incurred, Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch said that the “matter continuously delayed the advancement of the sale and given the current economic climate; it has been determined that it is in the best interests of the Government to rescind the purchase approval” for Sandys 360. Speaking […]
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| On June 13th, Bermuda will welcome SATA Azores Airlines, Minister of Transport Lawrence Scott said, adding that “this flight will be the first in a series of SATA charter flights until September 2021.” Speaking in the House of Assembly today [June 4], the Minister said, “This direct route will increase opportunities for inbound tourism and […]
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| Student Isis Tucker recently teamed up with Keep Bermuda Beautiful to launch a cleanup effort — called the ‘Doughnut Challenge’ – in which the school class that collected the most trash won a doughnut party. A spokesperson said, “Isis Tucker, a Year 8 Saltus student, approached Keep Bermuda Beautiful with the idea of inspiring her year […]
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| The Constitutional Freedom Bermuda group — which is challenging the mandatory quarantine requirements — confirmed that the “application for emergency injunctive relief” will be heard by the Supreme Court at 2pm today. A spokesperson said, “Constitutional Freedom Bermuda would like to take this time to thank the Bermudian public for their overwhelming support regarding the […]
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| The Bermuda College Vaccination Centre will be holding a “Jab And Jam” event tomorrow [June 5], with “ music, food, fun, and lots of giveaways.” The Bermuda Government posted the graphic below online, saying: “Since the mobile vaccination programme began on April 27, a total of 2,665 vaccines have been given as of June 3. About […]
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| Waterstart Ltd. and Saltus Grammar School have announced the Sustainable Islands Program, with the program offering students “experiential learning opportunities at Burt Island and Saltus Island in Hamilton Harbour.” A spokesperson said, “Waterstart Ltd. and Saltus announce Sustainable Islands Program, establishing Waterstart’s first official partnership with a Bermuda school. The program will offer students experiential […]
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| June 3 saw 200 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $300.00 BD. 200 shares were traded by Bermuda Aviation Services Ltd, closing even at $1.50 per share. The BSX finished at 2,553.64, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 61 remained unchanged. The full report for the day […]
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| Over the past few nights, Nonsuch Expeditions team leader J-P Rouja along with Jeremy Madeiros and collaborators from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology have been remotely operating the infrared surface cam installed above ground in Nonsuch Island Colony A to remotely track, film and live-stream the star chick of the 2021 CahowCam nesting season and […]
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| The House of Assembly will be in session on Friday [June 4] and statements scheduled to be delivered include the Teacher Certification Bonded Loan, SATA Azores Airlines, Rescinding of the approval for the purchase of Sandys 360, Parole Board Report 2020, Treatment of Offenders Board [Report 2020, and the Phase 2 Training & Employment Initiatives. […]
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Thank you Premier, and good evening everyone.
The Ministry of Health received 1226 test results since the last update, and none were positive for coronavirus. This gives a test positivity rate of 0.0%.
Additionally, since the last update, there were two (2) recoveries and no deaths.
There are currently 17 active cases, of which;
· 16 are under public health monitoring and;
· One (1) is in the hospital, with none (0) in intensive care.
Good evening Bermuda,
I begin by extending my heartfelt condolences on behalf of the Government and the people of Bermuda to two families who experienced great loss over the Bermuda Day weekend. Firstly to the family of Amber Bridges who tragically passed after a serious road accident. And also to the family of the 33rd person we have lost to the coronavirus. You are in our thoughts and in our prayers, and we wish you much strength and comfort during this very difficult time.
The Department of Marine and Ports, Boats and Moorings section, will be closing midday on Monday June 7th 2021 to conduct a data system overhaul.
Boats and Moorings will re-open Tuesday June 8, 2021, 8:30am to 4:30pm as per normal operating hours.
The Department of Marine and Ports apologizes for any inconvenience that this may cause with regards to inquiries and the registration process.
| The Department of Marine and Ports, Boats and Moorings section, will be closing midday on Monday June 7th, to “conduct a data system overhaul.” A Government spokesperson said, “Boats and Moorings will re-open Tuesday June 8, 2021, 8:30am to 4:30pm as per normal operating hours. “The Department of Marine and Ports apologizes for any inconvenience […]
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