Heritage Month Mini-Float Challenge
Heritage Month Mini-Float Challenge (Photographs by Akil Simmons)
Video: Dr. Ty Douglas Appears On Fox Soul
| Dr. Ty Douglas — Bermudian author, professor, and speaker – was a guest on The Tammi Mac Late Show on Fox Soul earlier this week, with the broadcast available both at FoxSoul.tv and via YouTube. Falling on the one year anniversary of the murder of American George Floyd by former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin, […]
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Photos: Premier Cheers On Derby Runners
| The Bermuda Day Half Marathon was held on Friday [May 28] with people lining the streets to cheer on the runners, with Premier David Burt among those showing support and enjoying the race. Last night, Premier Burt tweeted, “Great to see so many Bermudians out this morning supporting our runners. We continue to show our […]
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Woman’s sinking feeling over boat registration process
Mailing problems and Covid regulations have caused delays in the registration of boats and moorings.
The issue was highlighted by a boat owner who said she had waited at Paget Post Office for 40 minut…
The issue was highlighted by a boat owner who said she had waited at Paget Post Office for 40 minut…
Viking cruises almost sold out
A cruise ship home porting in Bermuda has sold most of its cabins for a series of summer voyages from the island.
Although operating at half capacity, the Viking Cruises website showed that the eight…
Although operating at half capacity, the Viking Cruises website showed that the eight…
Journalism and truth
Good journalism committed to the highest standards of keeping truth as the ultimate guidepost to gather and present facts has never been more complex than it is today.
We live in an era that embraces …
We live in an era that embraces …
Fine and ban for over-the-limit motorcyclist
A man who was more than three times the legal alcohol limit when he fell off his motorcycle has been banned from the roads for 18 months and fined a total of $2,850.
Andre Jackson, 38, pleaded guilty …
Andre Jackson, 38, pleaded guilty …
Curfew breaker asks court for community service
A man who broke curfew may face community service in place of a fine.
Ronald Simmons, 38, pleaded guilty on Thursday to a breach of the then 11pm to 5am curfew.
Magistrates’ Court heard that police st…
Ronald Simmons, 38, pleaded guilty on Thursday to a breach of the then 11pm to 5am curfew.
Magistrates’ Court heard that police st…
Concacaf Launches New Website
| Concacaf has launched a new website “as part of the organization’s strategy to provide enhanced content for fans.” The organisation said, “Concacaf, the regional governing body for football [soccer] in North America, Central America and the Caribbean, has launched an innovative new website as part of the organization’s strategy to provide enhanced content for fans. […]
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Adam Hall Helps Aberdeen Win Double Header
| Adam Hall and his Aberdeen IronBirds teammates recently took on the Brooklyn Cyclones in a double-header, winning both games. In the opener, Aberdeen claimed a 6 – 2 win, with Hall going 2 – 3 from the plate with one run and two RBIs. Hall put Aberdeen on the board when his single in the […]
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Photos: 2021 Bermuda Day Half Marathon Derby
| Chris Estwanik and Rose-Anna Hoey raced to victory in today’s [May 28] Bermuda Day Half Marathon Derby, which started from St George’s and ended at Bernard Park. Chris Estwanik finished in 1:10:28, Lamont Marshall was second in a time of 1:13:01, and Sammy Degraff rounded out the top three by clocking in at a time […]
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Weather Forecast For Saturday May 29
| Saturday, May 29 is expected to see plenty of sun, a shower or two possible, especially at night, with the high to be near 26°C/79°F and the low to be near 21°C/70°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 79%. Sunrise will […]
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Photos: 2021 Sinclair Packwood Memorial Race
| The Bermuda Bicycle Association hosted the Sinclair Packwood Memorial Race today [May 28] as part of the island’s Bermuda Day celebrations, with Dominique Mayho and Nicole Mitchell racing to victory. Dominique Mayho was crowned the Sinclair Packwood Memorial Race champion for the fourth time, while Nicole Mitchell claimed the women’s title. Mayho was clocked across […]
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Reggie Lambe Commits To Stowmarket Town
| Bermuda’s Reggie Lambe has agreed to stay with Stowmarket Town for the 2021-22 season. The club’s announcement said, “Stowmarket Town is thrilled to announce striker Reggie Lambe has agreed to stay with the club for the 2021-22 season. “The Bermuda international joined the club last December and instantly made an impact, scoring in both of […]
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The Bermuda Day Showcase
The Bermuda Day Showcase (Photographs by Akil Simmons)
Bermuda Day demonstrates island’s resilience – Premier
It has been a Bermuda Day with a difference, but the island has still been able to celebrate its national day in some style today.
Although the Covid-19 pandemic meant traditional events had to be sca…
Although the Covid-19 pandemic meant traditional events had to be sca…
Bermuda Day Showcase Live!
The Bermuda Day Showcase is being held at the National Sports Centre starting at 2pm and as well as the parade there will be a variety of entertainment.
Those taking part are the Rated E Dancers, the …
Those taking part are the Rated E Dancers, the …
Bermuda Day is an opportunity to unite – Minister
Bermuda Day is an opportunity to unite and to ʽsee our way through these tough times’, Ernest Peets, the Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport said today.
In a Bermuda Day message, the Minister said: “…
In a Bermuda Day message, the Minister said: “…
Bermuda Day Grand Marshals announced
A burns victim, a conservationist and the team set up to fight the Covid-19 pandemic were honoured by the Government today.
Dejon Simmons, Jeremy Madeiros and the Covid-19 Incident Command were appoin…
Dejon Simmons, Jeremy Madeiros and the Covid-19 Incident Command were appoin…
Bermuda Day Showcase Tickets available at Gate with SafeKey
The Department of Culture is advising the public that pre-registration for today’s Bermuda Day Showcase has closed, but tickets are now available at the gates of the National Stadium.
Tickets are free and members of the public wishing to view the Bermuda Day Showcase can simply present their SafeKey at the gate for entry.
Today’s event gets underway at 2.00p.m., and will feature the excitement of the annual Bermuda Day Holiday.
Performers include, but are not limited to:
Bermuda Day Grand Marshals Embody Bermudian Resilience
~ Dejon Simmons, Jeremy Madeiros, and Covid-19 Incident Command ~
Minister Peets: Bermuda Day Greeting
On behalf of the Ministry of Youth, Culture and Sport, it’s my absolute pleasure to extend best wishes to all of you as we celebrate Bermuda Day.
This has been an extraordinary year for all of us as we continue to find ways to mitigate the pandemic.
In that sense we’ve been, nimble, innnovative and resilient. In fact in that regard, it’s quite fitting that this year’s Bermuda Day and Heritage Month theme is “Bermudian Resilience”.
2pm Live Video: 2021 Bermuda Day Showcase
| The Government is holding a Bermuda Day Showcase event this afternoon [May 28] at the National Sports Centre, and you can tune in and watch live below as of around 2pm today. The Government previously said, “This event will feature the excitement of the annual Bermuda Day Holiday. Well-known inspirational Bermudian Dejon Simmons will be […]
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Bermuda Day Showcase tickets available
Tickets will be available for entry to this afternoon’s Bermuda Day Showcase at the National Stadium – as long as attendants have a SafeKey.
A spokeswoman for the department of culture confirmed that …
A spokeswoman for the department of culture confirmed that …
Bermuda Day Message From Minister Peets
| [Bermuda Day message from Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport Dr Ernest Peets] On behalf of the Ministry of Youth, Culture and Sport, it’s my absolute pleasure to extend best wishes to all of you as we celebrate Bermuda Day. This has been an extraordinary year for all of us as we continue to find […]
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Hopkins & Conyers Named Riders Of The Year
| The Bermuda Bicycle Association recently held their Annual General Meeting that saw them announce the 2020 Awards. Kaden Hopkins and Caitlin Conyers were named Male & Female Riders of the Year, with Alexander Miller named the Junior Rider of the Year. Most Improved Junior – Liam Flannery Most Improved Adult – Chris Nusum Club Person […]
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Appleby, AGS To Sponsor Trusts Conference
| Appleby and Appleby Global Services [AGS] will be the sponsors of the Transcontinental Trusts International Forum, which will be held virtually from June 1 – 4. A spokesperson said, “Appleby and Appleby Global Services [AGS] are pleased to once again sponsor the Transcontinental Trusts International Forum, which is taking place from 1-4 June 2021. The […]
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Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: May 27 2021
| May 27 saw 276 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $10,281.00 BD. 276 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing even at $37.25 per share. The BSX finished at 2,557.29, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 61 remained unchanged. The full report for the […]
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Live Updates/Video: Bermuda Races, Showcase
| [Updating] The Bermuda Day celebrations are set to take place today [May 28] including the road running race, the cycling race and the Bermuda Day showcase and you can follow live coverage of all events on Bernews. Due to the pandemic there are some changes from past holiday events, with the running race limited to […]
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LARGE GROUP EXEMPTION SALVATORE FAMILY DINNERS
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LARGE GROUP EXEMPTION YOGA EN BLANC GROUP
PUBLIC HEALTH (COVID-19 EMERGENCY POWERS)
LARGE GROUP EXEMPTION BERMUDA GOVERNMENT Re-IMAGED EVENT
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Marine and Ports Online System Users Experiencing Difficulty
The Ministry of Transport has been advised that some of the Marine and Ports online users are experiencing technical difficulty with the site.
Please be advised that the online system is currently intermittent, and we ask for patience as this problem is rectified.
Customers are encouraged to try and use the site again. Walk-in customers are still welcomed to use the Paget Post Office for the registering of marine vehicles. However, the public is advised of possible delays in line due to COVID guidelines inside of the building.
Adjustment to the Viking ‘Orion’ Schedule
The Ministry of Transport advises that there has been a change with Viking Orion. The ship was due to move into Hamilton today, May 27th, but instead berthed at Heritage Wharf this morning to bunker and take on provisions. The vessel will then go to sea on Tuesday, June 1 and come into Hamilton on Thursday, June 3 at 9:30am. The Ministry of Transport wishes to remind the public that each of us has a role to play in stopping the spread of the coronavirus.
COVID-19 Daily Release 27 May 2021
The Ministry of Health received 1284 test results since the last update, and none were positive for COVID-19.
Additionally, since the last update, there were five (5) recoveries and no deaths.
There are currently 31 active cases, of which;
• 29 are under public health monitoring and;
• Two (2) are in the hospital, with one (1) in intensive care.
Since March 2020, Bermuda has recorded 2491 total confirmed cases of COVID-19; out of those, 2428 persons have recovered, and sadly, 32 COVID related deaths.
The source of all cases is as follows:
Bermuda Day Message From The Queen
| Noting it is the “special occasion of your Bermuda Day,” Queen Elizabeth II has extended her “best wishes to the people of Bermuda.” A spokesperson said, “Today, H.E. Ms. Rena Lalgie, Governor and Commander-in-Chief conveyed a message from Her Majesty the Queen to Premier, the Hon. David Burt, JP,MP and the people of Bermuda.” Her […]
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0 New Cases, 31 Active, 2 In Hospital, 1 In ICU
| The Ministry received 1284 test results and none were positive, so there are currently 31 active cases, of which two people are in the hospital, with one in ICU. A Government spokesperson said, ”The Ministry of Health received 1284 test results since the last update, and none were positive for Covid-19. ”Additionally, since the last update, there […]
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Over 30 Years For Half Marathon Veterans
| The Bermuda Half Marathon Derby organisers recently recognised two course veterans, with Cal Steede to participate in his 30th event and Barbara Clemens to compete in her 31st. The Bermuda Half Marathon Derby organisers posted the photo below online, saying, “Shout out to these two course veterans! Cal Steede will be participating in his 30th Bermuda […]
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Petition For Premier “To Resign Immediately”
| [Updated] An online petition has been launched calling on Premier David Burt “to resign immediately,” with the petition attaining over 650 signatures as of this writing. The petition — which follows after a video showing people gathering at the opening of the St Regis hotel went viral – notes the Covid regulations and asserts that, “David Burt […]
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Work Environments Free Of Bullying, Harassment
| “To ensure that employees are allowed to work in environments free of bullying and sexual harassment and assist employers with compliance pursuant to the Act, the Ministry of Labour has created a Bullying and Sexual Harassment Policy Statement for employers to implement,” Minister of Labour Jason Hayward said. Minister Hayward said, “As many are aware, […]
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Marine & Ports Online System “Intermittent”
| The Ministry of Transport is advising the public that the Marine and Ports online system is “currently intermittent.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Transport has been advised that some of the Marine and Ports online users are experiencing technical difficulty with the site. “Please be advised that the online system is currently intermittent, […]
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30 Minute Video: May 27 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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Official Govt & Legal Notices For May 27 2021
| The official Government and Legal notices for today [May 27] include large group exemptions and acting appointments. Large Group Exemption St John Ame Church Service At The Duck’s Puddle Park Annexe Hamilton Parish Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN0437/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication Date: 27 May […]
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