City Provides Masks For Unsheltered Population
| The City of Hamilton and the Department of Health have “teamed up to provide face masks for Bermuda’s homeless population, to protect against the spread of Covid-19.” A spokesperson said, ““2000 masks were provided to the City by the Department of Health following feedback from City employees moving about Hamilton who observed members of the […]
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Women’s group joins calls for murder witnesses to come forward
The Women of the One Bermuda Alliance have urged anyone with information about the murder of Jordan Outerbridge to come forward. Chairwoman Nicky Gurret said the group sent its deepest condolences to …
WindReach Provides Remote Learning Packets
| With the ‘Stay at Home’ order in effect, WindReach recently provided remote learning packets to participants currently enrolled in their life skills, therapeutic riding, and adult day programmes. A spokesperson said, “Pivoting became the buzzword and learned experience for many nonprofits and businesses alike as they transitioned into thriving amidst a pandemic last year. “This […]
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Lockdown in Bermuda
Lockdown in Bermuda (Photographs by Akil Simmons)
One minute silence to honour Prince Philip
People are being asked to observe a one-minute silence at their home tomorrow in honour of Prince Philip. A spokeswoman for Government House said: “There will be a UK national one minute of silence to…
OBA On St. Regis Exemption & Rescinding
| Shadow Minister of Works & Engineering and Tourism Craig Cannonier has released a statement regarding the exemption process for the St. Regis Hotel, which has since been rescinded. Mr. Cannonier said, “The error was not in issuing an exemption to St. Regis, the error was in rescinding the exemption by the Minister of National Security. […]
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Augustus Competes On Pros Fore Pros Tour
| Daniel Augustus competed on the Pros Fore Pros Tour in Las Vegas at the Golf Boulder City Golf Course. He came off the course after two rounds T36th following his first round 1-over par 73, and a second round 3-over par 75. Augustus’ first round scorecard showed him with 5 birdies, 10 pars, 2 bogeys, […]
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Ascendant Group Assist Food Drive For Seniors
| The companies of AG Holdings Limited, AIRCARE, iEPC and iFM, recently supported the Bermuda Conference YPD annual food drive to assist seniors in need. Staff from across the group of companies bought food which was donated to the Bermuda Conference YPD and distributed to seniors in partnership with Age Concern.” AG Holdings President Judith Uddin […]
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Farmers lobby to allow roadside selling
A roadside stall selling farm produce was closed by police yesterday because it breached Covid-19 regulations. But Roland Hill, of J & J Produce, whose staff were selling the produce at Astwood P…
Tennis: Madeiros Wins First Game In Siena Win
| Bermuda’s Shelby Madeiros and her Siena Women’s Tennis teammates recently won their second straight match of the season as they picked up a 6-1 victory over the Hofstra Pride at Central Park in Schenectady. Freshman Madeiros won her first collegiate matchup at the #4 Singles spot, defeating Simran Desai by a score of 6-0, 6-3. […]
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Live Video: Rawlins & Sussex vs Glamorgan
| Delray Rawlins and Sussex resumed their LV= Insurance County Championship – Group 3 match against Glamorgan at the Sophia Gardens, Cardiff. Day Two saw Sussex begin on 99/0, a total of 186 behind Glamorgan’s first-inning total of 285 all out. Live video below: Related Stories Video: Rawlins & Sussex vs Lancashire Video: Delray Rawlins On […]
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Arrest Made In Connection With Playground Fire
| One person has been arrested in connection with the fire at Pigs Field playground, the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “Investigations into the recent spate of fires in Pembroke Parish are still ongoing.” Detective Inspector Derricka Burns stated: “Officers from the Criminal Investigations Department, have conducted a number of enquiries into these incidents. […]
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Arrest made in connection with playground arson case
Police have made an arrest after a Pembroke playground was destroyed in a fire last weekend. This morning detectives confirmed that one person had been arrested in connection to the blaze at Pig’s Fie…
Leona Thompson turns 104 years young
Leona Thompson wasn’t going to let a hospital visit get in the way of celebrating her birthday. Taken ill the day before she celebrated being aged 104, she told doctors, ’look, I want to go home, it’s…
False positives at care home amid concerns over vaccination rates
Several vaccinated seniors at a residential home tested positive for Covid-19 and then retested as negative, The Royal Gazette can reveal. The elderly residents had no symptoms and were isolated from…
OBA claims Premier was aware of St Regis exemption request
A stay-at-home exemption for construction to continue at a St George’s resort was last night dubbed as double standards by the One Bermuda Alliance. Work was permitted to continue at the St Regis res…
Video: the quiet of an island under a stay-at-home order
As Bermuda settled into its second lockdown, Royal Gazette videographer Kyle McNeil toured the island to capture the quiet stillness as people adjusted to stay-at-home orders. Beaches, sports fields a…
New BTA CEO ‘over the moon to come home and serve my country’
The recent spike in Covid-19 cases could hurt revenue for SailGP Bermuda, but the new CEO of the Bermuda Tourism Authority said the island still has much to gain from the event. Charles Jeffers II sai…
Virtual sessions to discuss signature schools
Virtual lunch and learn sessions have been organised by the Ministry of Education’ as part of its signature school consultation process. The first took place yesterday and the second is scheduled to …
Island Boat Club Expands Fleet With Scout 195
| Island Boat Club – a boat membership program — has expanded its fleet with the purchase of a Scout 195 Sportfish boat. A spokesperson said, “The club made the decision in response to an uptick in interest and member registration over the past month. The 20ft centre console joins the club’s two Axopar 28 T-Tops to round […]
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IIGA Executive Committee Meeting Held Virtually
| The Executive Committee of the International Island Games Association [IIGA] held its Spring Meeting virtually on Saturday [April 10]. A spokesperson said, “In view of the obvious challenge created by the ongoing pandemic the meeting were held digitally. During the meeting it was confirmed that the Annual General Meeting of the Association will take place […]
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Cedar + Sail Campaign On Maritime History
| The BTA, SailGP Community Steering Committee and ad agency AAC-PTIX have created “Cedar + Sail,” which is described as a “unique interactive campaign that drives awareness surrounding Bermuda’s maritime history using a modern day approach.” A SailGP spokesperson said, “The arrival of SailGP’s Season 2 opener in Bermuda is a fitting global platform to bring […]
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Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: April 15 2021
| April 15 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,594.91, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 59 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories ‘Active And Significant Year For The BSX’ MIH Acquires 100% Ownership Of The […]
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Commercial Farmers and Licensed Fishermen to Apply for Exemption
Under the PUBLIC HEALTH (COVID-19 EMERGENCY POWERS) (STAY AT HOME) REGULATIONS 2021, registered commercial farmers and licensed fishermen are not required to work from home and therefore they can tend to their crops and catch fish.
Farmer’s Stand Closed, Petition, Govt Comment
| [Updated with comment from Government] A petition was started today — attaining over 2,000 signatures in under 5 hours — asking the Bermuda Government to “allow people to buy from farm and fisherman stalls” during the Stay At Home period, which began on Tuesday. This follows after a local farming business posted on social media […]
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XBTO Donate $50,000 To Vaccination Clinic
| XBTO International donated $50,000 to support the Bermuda Hospitals Board’s Covid-19 Vaccination Clinic, saying they are “delighted to be able to make a difference in the national fight against Covid-19.” A spokesperson said, “XBTO International, a world leader in cryptofinance, have donated $50,000 today towards the cost of running the Bermuda Hospitals Board’s vaccination clinic. […]
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Govt “Inundated With Exemption Requests”
| The Government has “been inundated with exemption requests” and “the vast majority of these requests will not be approved” and we “must recognize that we are under a Stay at Home Order for a reason.” This was from Health Minister Kim Wilson, who in releasing tonight’s test results said, “Another important note, with community transmission – […]
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Bermuda reaches ‘ominous’ Covid milestone
More than 2,000 people have now tested positive for Covid since reported numbers began, the Health Minister said tonight. The “ominous” milestone came as Government said 37 new cases were reported out…
$50,000 Committed to Help St. Vincent
Premier the Hon. David Burt, JP, MP and Deputy Premier the Hon. Walter Roban, JP, MP today joined an emergency meeting of the Caricom Heads of Government, convened to receive the latest reports on the continuing impact of the eruption of La Soufriere on the Island of St. Vincent.
COVID-19 Daily Release 15 April 2021
The Ministry of Health received 1,528 test results since the last update, and 37 were positive for the coronavirus, yielding a test positivity rate of 2.4%
• One of the new cases is classified as imported by a non-resident who arrived on British Airways BA 159 from London on 30 March 2021 and tested positive on their Day 14 test
• 19 of the new cases are classified as local transmission with known contact as associated with known cases.
37 New, 866 Active, 42 In Hospital, 5 In ICU
| The Ministry received 1,528 test results since the last update, and 37 were positive for the coronavirus — one classified as imported, 19 as local transmission with known contact, and 17 as under investigation – so there are now 866 active cases, of which 42 people are in hospital with five in ICU. The island […]
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Winnie Oatley Plants Tree For 103rd Birthday
| Winnie Oatley recently celebrated her 103rd birthday by planting a cedar tree on Trunk Island in Harrington Sound, the Bermuda Zoological Society’s [BZS] “Living Classroom”. A spokesperson said, “When centenarian Winnie Oatley turned 103 in February, her grandsons Kevin, Stephen, Robert and Geoff Blee marked the occasion by planting a cedar tree on Trunk Island […]
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Premier pledges $50,000 to help St Vincent
Bermuda has pledged $50,000 in aid to St Vincent and the Grenadines in the Caribbean, where a volcano continues to erupt on the main island, forcing about 20,000 to evacuate. The La Soufrière volcano,…
Bermuda Commits $50,000 To Help St. Vincent
| Bermuda will commit $50,000 to assist St. Vincent as the island nation deals with a volcanic eruption, with the Government saying that we have a “moral imperative to play our part in the regional and international effort to help.” A Government spokesperson said, “Premier the Hon. David Burt, JP, MP and Deputy Premier the Hon. […]
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Raleigh Extends Thanks For Community Donations
| Raleigh Bermuda is offering its thanks to community members who purchased diapers, food, and formula for donation over the Easter holiday. A spokesperson said, “On March 31, 2021, Raleigh Bermuda appealed to the community for donations for the Alumni Relief Programme and received an overwhelming response of donations from the community. “Raleigh Bermuda would like […]
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RA Fee Increase To Be Applied Starting In May
| The RA fee increase, as mandated by the RA, will be applied to bills beginning on May 1st, BELCO advised today. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] has advised customers that the Bermuda Regulatory Authority [RA] announced on Wednesday, April 14 that electricity fees paid to the RA [‘RA fee’] will temporarily […]
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30 Minute Video: April 15 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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Weather Forecast For Friday April 16
| Friday, April 16 is expected to see cloudy, showers/rain become more frequent by evening, with the high to be near 21°C/70°F and the low to be near 18°C/64°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 78%. Sunrise will be at 6.49am and […]
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Official Govt & Legal Notices For April 15 2021
| The official Government and Legal notices for today [April 15] include notice of a grant of bulk generation licence. Notice Of Grant Of Bulk Generation Licence Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN0338/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication Date: 15 April 2021 Notice Of Grant Of Bulk Generation […]
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Bus Service Resumed with the DPT Sunday Schedule and Additional Runs
The Ministry of Transport can confirm that bus service has resumed today (April 15, 2021).
Buses are currently following the Sunday schedule with additional runs in the morning and evening during the Stay-at-Home order and will resume regular service once the SAH has ended.
Minister of Transport, the Hon. Lawrence Scott, JP MP, encourages the public to stay at home in line with the mandatory Government order and to only utilise the Bermuda bus service if necessary.
TCD Vehicle Re-licensing Online
The Transport Control Department wishes to remind the public that their offices will be closed to walk-in customers during the Stay-at-Home order.
Individuals whose vehicles will expire during this period are encouraged to first renew their insurance policy and then re-license their vehicle(s) online at etcd.gov.bm.
Public Engagement Launched to Help Determine Signatures for Senior Signature Schools
Education Reform for the Bermuda Public School System continues this week with the launch of the engagement process to determine signatures for the first two senior signature schools. The Ministry of Education is inviting the general public to weigh in and provide their input and feedback during an engaging consultation on proposed signatures senior schools.
Farm/Fish Petition Gains 2,000+ Signatures Today
| A petition was started today — attaining over 2,000 signatures in under 5 hours — asking the Bermuda Government to “allow people to buy from farm and fisherman stalls” during the Stay At Home period, which began on Tuesday. The petition says, “The Bermuda Shelter in Place regulations allow farmers and fishermen to continue to […]
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Leonard Williams Named One Of ’30 Under 30′
| Leonard Williams has been named one of Destinations International’s 2021 30 Under 30 recipients. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] is thrilled to announce that Leonard Williams has been named one of Destinations International’s 2021 30 Under 30 recipients. “Williams, Experience Satisfaction Coordinator, has been employed with the BTA since 2016. The 26-year-old has […]
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Fake Emails Claiming To Be From The Ministry
| There is a fake email circulating purporting to be from the Minister of Health which is attempting to seek personal information from people. A Government spokesperson said, “The Government of Bermuda is advising the public that it is aware of a Phishing email circulating, purporting to be from the Minister of Health. “The email indicates […]
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Fake Emails Claiming To Be From Ministry
| There is a fake email circulating purporting to be from the Minister of Health which is attempting to seek personal information from people. A Government spokesperson said, “The Government of Bermuda is advising the public that it is aware of a Phishing email circulating, purporting to be from the Minister of Health. “The email indicates […]
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Warning over fake vaccination email
The public is being warned about a fake phishing email asking for personal information about vaccinations. A Government spokeswoman said: “The Government of Bermuda is advising the public that it is a…
Transport Ministry: Bus Service Has Resumed
| The Ministry of Transport confirmed that bus service resumed today [April 15] and urged people “to stay at home in line with the mandatory Government order and to only utilise the Bermuda bus service if necessary.” A spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Transport can confirm that bus service has resumed today [April 15, 2021]. “Buses […]
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Senior Signature Schools Public Consultation
| The Ministry of Education is inviting the general public to provide feedback during a consultation on proposed signatures senior schools. A Government spokesperson said, “Education Reform for the Bermuda Public School System continues this week with the launch of the engagement process to determine signatures for the first two senior signature schools. The Ministry of […]
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