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| The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [April 12] with the list indicating that there are twelve 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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| Sanaa Rae Morris took to the track to represent the IMG Academy Elite Women’s Track & Field during the Bolles Last Chance Meet. Morris competed in just one event winning the women’s 400m dash clocking a time of 57.28, Ka’Myya Haywood from Bishop Kenny was second in 57.31, and Morris’ teammate Jaden Francis was third […]
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| SailGP has released the second episode of their “SailGP: Racing On The Edge” documentary series. The SailGP website said, “If you have ever travelled in a car, that most typical of daily tasks, the chances are you will know what moving at 60 miles per hour feels like. “But do you have any idea how […]
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Thank you, Premier. Good afternoon.
I start by echoing the sentiments expressed by the Premier in offering my condolences and my prayers for support for the families who have recently been impacted the death of their loved ones due to COVID.
| [Updating] With active cases surging to 877 and a record high 36 people in hospital, the Government has announced ‘Stay at Home’ order will take effect from 5am on Tuesday, April 13 for a period of 7 days. Update | Some Key Points: Stay at home order from 5am on Tuesday, April 13 for 7 […]
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| There were 3,348 test results received and 118 were positive for Covid-19 — 5 imported, 20 local transmission with known contact and 93 under investigation — so there are now 877 active cases, of which 36 people are in hospital with 6 in ICU. Speaking at this evening’s press conference, Minister of Health Kim Wilson said, “I […]
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| [Updating] The Government will be holding a press conference at around 7.00pm this evening [April 11] to update the public on Covid-19. We will have additional coverage following the press conference, our continuous live updates on Covid-19 are also in this article, and the live video below should start showing the press conference at around […]
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| Premier David Burt confirmed tonight that he has “tested positive for a coronavirus infection,” and fortunately the Premier, who noted he is ‘immunized,’ is feeling fine, and his family has tested negative and he is isolating from them. Speaking at tonight’s press conference, Premier David Burt said, “You are used to seeing me at these […]
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| The Bermuda Red Cross is launching a disaster appeal to help people affected by the eruption of the La Soufriere volcano in St. Vincent. This weekend, the St. Vincent emergency management organisation tweeted, “Massive power outage following another explosive event at La Soufriere Volcano. Lightning, thunder and rumblings. Majority of the country out of power […]
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| Monday, April 12 is expected to be windy, with the high to be near 22°C/71°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 96%. Sunrise will be at 6:53am and sunset will be at 7:46pm. High […]
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| All departments in the Bermuda Motors building will close due to a member of staff testing positive for the Covid-19 virus, however the “showrooms housed in different buildings will continue to be open with normal safety protocols being observed.” A spokesperson said, “Unfortunately, a member of staff has tested positive for the Covid virus. This […]
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| The Government is reminding people that the Emotional Wellbeing Hotline is open from 5pm to 9pm on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, and help is available if you need someone to talk to. In an online post, the Bermuda Government said, “The Emotional Wellbeing Hotline is now open Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 5pm […]
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| After competing in two preliminary meets to begin the outdoor season, Tiara DeRosa and her Mississippi Valley State Track & Field teammates traveled to Oxford, Mississippi to participate in the Joe Walker Invitational on the campus of the University of Mississippi. DeRosa finished 10th in the women’s discus, with a top toss of 44.72m or […]
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| The playground at Pigs Field, located off of Bandroom Lane in Pembroke, has been destroyed by a fire, with a blaze engulfing the equipment last night. Last night, the Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service responded to the blaze with two appliances from Hamilton Station and a total of six firefighters. The BRFS extinguished the fire, […]
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| The Manders Tennis Management’s Easter Bowl continued with a full slate of matches taking place at the Fairmont Southampton Tennis Courts. Tariq Simons defeated Denzel Hollis in straight sets 6-1, 6-3 in their A Division battle, while Tre Manders won his B Division match against AJ Phillips, but needed three sets to do so. Manders […]
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| The Government will be holding a press conference at around 7.00pm this evening [April 11] to update the public on Covid-19. We will have additional coverage following the press conference, our continuous live updates on Covid-19 are also in this article, and the live video below should start showing the press conference at around 7.00pm, […]
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| The vast majority of confirmed Covid-19 cases in Bermuda have been via local transmission, with the latest statistics — from Friday, April 9th — indicating that just shy of 60% of the 1773 total confirmed cases the island has had since March 2020 have been local transmission A total of 1062 cases or 59.9% are […]
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| While this week has not been a good week in Bermuda, there has been some welcome news in the community, wit the Green family donating $100,000 to the BHB’s Covid-19 Vaccination Clinic, a stamp series featuring the Garden Club of Bermuda, BF&M donating $25,000 to the BHB’s Covid-19 Vaccination Clinic, and floral artist Nicky Gurret […]
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| Defending SailGP Champion Tom Slingsby unveiled the team set to defend Australia’s championship title in SailGP Season 2, which commences in Bermuda this month. The SailGP website said, “Olympic gold medalist and defending SailGP Champion Tom Slingsby revealed his team line up set to defend Australia’s championship title in SailGP Season 2. “After securing a […]
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| Firefighters extinguished a fire in Devonshire after responding to a “playground completely involved in flames.” A spokesperson said, “On Saturday April 10th 2021, Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service Dispatch received a report of a fire at Pigs Field Devonshire, off of Band Room Lane. BFRS responded with two appliances from Hamilton Station and a total […]
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| Regular bus service “will resume as scheduled” at 6.00am on Sunday morning, the Government said this evening. A Government spokesperson said, “This evening, the Ministry of Transport confirmed that regular bus service will resume as scheduled tomorrow morning (April 11) at 6.00 a.m. “All the requisite health guidelines and protocols will be in place to […]
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The Ministry of Health today confirmed that Bermuda has experienced two coronavirus related deaths. This brings the total number of COVID-19 deaths in Bermuda to 16.
The Minister of Health, the Hon. Kim Wilson, JP, MP stated, “I extend my sincere condolences to the families and friends of the individuals who have passed away. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. The Ministry will not release personal details about the individuals and I ask the public to respect the privacy of the families as they mourn their loved ones.”
Today’s rifle salute commemorating the life of HRH Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh.
The salute was performed by members of the Royal Bermuda Regiment (RBR).
The event which took place earlier today on the grounds of Government House, saw in attendance Her Excellency, the Governor Rena Lalgie, Deputy Premier, Walter Roban, Opposition Leader, Cole Simons, Cabinet Secretary, Marc Telemaque, RBR Honorary Colonel, Lt. Col. David Gibbons, and RBR Commanding Officer, Lt. Col. Benjamin Beasley.
| The Ministry has now confirmed that Bermuda has “experienced two coronavirus related deaths” which brings the total number of Covid-19 deaths in Bermuda to 16. A government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health today confirmed that Bermuda has experienced two coronavirus related deaths. This brings the total number of Covid-19 deaths in Bermuda to 16.” […]
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| The Bermuda Sloop Foundation held their annual Pirates of Bermuda fundraising event today [April 10], with people ‘walking the plank’ in Hamilton Harbour to help raise money for a good cause. Due to the Covid regulations, the event had a staggered schedule of plank walkers, with the event spread over several hours. “Participants in the […]
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| Teams that include Bermudian footballers Nahki Wells and Jonte Smith were both in action in England. Nahki Wells Nahki Wells and his Bristol City teammate’s 41st game of the Championship season saw Nottingham Forest visit Ashton Gate. After a two-minute silence in memory of HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, Wells, and his Bristol […]
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| The Covid-19 Call Centre phone lines will close early on Sunday [April 11] at 3pm, to “allow for a phone system upgrade to be completed.” In an online post, the Government said, “On Sunday 11 April, the Covid-19 Call Centre phone lines will close early, at 3pm, to allow for a phone system upgrade to […]
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| Effective Monday [April 12], Clarien will “limit banking services” with in-branch services “available by appointment only.” A spokesperson said, “Effective Monday, April 12, Clarien will limit banking services amid the extended work from home period in accordance with Government regulations. “For the personal safety and concern for our clients and employees, please be advised of […]
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| A video is circulating that shows “officers effecting an arrest at a location in Pembroke” after they “responded to reports of a Covid breach where an estimated 30 people were gathered in an enclosed premises” and “one individual became aggressive,” the police said today. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is aware of a […]
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| The Cabinet will meet tomorrow [April 11] and there will be a press conference on Sunday evening, Premier David Burt said today. This comes amidst a major coronavirus outbreak, with 116 new cases confirmed yesterday alone, 556 new cases confirmed so far this month, 871 currently active cases, and over 25 people hospitalized. The figures […]
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| The Sinclair Packwood Memorial Race [SPMR] — the cycling event usually held on Bermuda Day — may not take place this year, with Bermuda Bicycle Association currently not listing it on their schedule and explaining that “if the community gets to the point where Government permits larger events” then the BBA “will revisit this important […]
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| The Royal Bermuda Regiment will perform a rifle salute at 12 noon today [April 10] to commemorate the life of Prince Philip. A Government spokesperson said, “The public is advised that at 12 noon, today on the grounds of Government House, there will be a rifle salute performed by members of the Royal Bermuda Regiment […]
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