US CDC upgrades Bermuda’s Covid-19 status
Bermuda’s travel health status been upgraded for the second time this month by the US Centres for Disease Control. A spokeswoman for the US Consulate said the island had gone today from Level 3 to Lev…
Ag Show Extends Entry Deadline To March 19
| The Ag Show Committee is extending the entry deadline for all exhibits [with the exception of artwork] to Friday, March 19th. In an online post, the AG Show said, “Due to popular demand, we’ve decided to extend the entry deadline for all exhibits [with the exception of artwork] an additional week – to Friday, March […]
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Column: MP Jason Wade On School Reform
| [Opinion column written by PLP MP Jason Wade] For decades Bermudians have been lamenting over the education system in this country. Every single aspect of education from the Minister, Ministry, Department of Education, teachers, curriculum, resources and school buildings have taken shots. The last significant change in education took place almost 30 years ago, and […]
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Bluebirds on the agenda for lecture
Bird lovers will get the chance to learn more about one of the island’s species at a virtual lecture this month. Janice Hetzel of the Bermuda Audubon Society will explain why eastern bluebirds need su…
Sail GP: Princess Offers Jet & Stay Package
| Hamilton Princess is offering private jet packages for the SailGP event — which will take place in April — providing the opportunity to “travel to Bermuda in style via private jet from Westchester, NY to Hamilton Princess & Beach Club, hosts of the SailGP Grand Prix, for a four night stay,” with the cost starting at $6000 […]
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Football: Qualifier To Be Played In Florida
| The BFA said they will play the FIFA World Cup Qatar Qualifying match versus Aruba in Bradenton, Florida on March 30th saying the “switch in the venue will minimize travel fatigue” and “possible exposure to the virus.” A BFA spokesperson said, “The recent Senior Men’s National Team training camp in Bradenton, Florida was a great […]
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Covid-19: Over 120 Million Cases Worldwide
| As vaccines continue to be administered, the Covid-19 pandemic continues to affect countries around the globe, with the number of confirmed cases worldwide now surpassing 120 million, with over 2,655,000 deaths worldwide, with the United States having the most confirmed cases and deaths in the world, while Bermuda has had 735 total confirmed cases to date. […]
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Police break up party in breach of Covid-19 regulations
Police broke up a birthday party that breached Covid-19 regulations last night. A police spokesman said the organiser, a 40-year-old woman, was reported for prosecution. The venue, said to be a guesth…
HSBC: Open Youth Account, Get A Bermuda Kite
| HSBC Bank Bermuda has launched ‘MySavings Youth Accounts,’ and every child who opens one will receive a traditional Bermuda kite, made by local kitemakers at the Salvation Army, and HSBC will also provide a donation to the Salvation Army in the name of each child, A spokesperson said, “HSBC Bank Bermuda Limited announces the launch of the […]
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Covid Regulations Breach, 34 People At Party
| Last night the police “attended a noise complaint at an east-end guest property” and “found a birthday party in progress with approximately 34 people in attendance” and the “organiser, a 40-year-old woman, has been reported for prosecution.” A police spokesperson said, “Around 7:30pm on Sunday 14th March, 2021, police attended a noise complaint at an […]
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Photos: Bacardi Workshop With BDA Influencers
| This past weekend, Bacardi, who has their global headquarters in Bermuda, partnered with local influencer group, BDA Influencers to “Stir Creativity and inspire local creatives to take their social media and networking capabilities to new heights.” A spokesperson said, “Hosted at The Ledgelets Cottage Colony in Somerset, Bermuda, a group of local fashion designers, photographers, and […]
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Tributes paid to former Auditor General Heather Jacobs Matthews
Former Auditor-General Heather Jacobs Matthews has died at the age of 69 after a decade-long cancer battle. Wayne Furbert, Minister for the Cabinet Office, announced her death in the House of Assembly…
Links between literacy, language and poverty to be explored in College workshop
The intersection of literacy, language variation, and poverty will be explored in virtual workshop given by a University of California expert at the Bermuda College. A College spokeswoman said Dr. Jul…
Tributes Paid To Heather Jacobs-Matthews
| Auditor General Heather Thomas and multiple MPs have extended their condolences following the passing of Heather Jacobs-Matthews, the former Auditor General. “A life dedicated to public service,” said the current Auditor General Heather Thomas. “Heather Jacobs-Matthews, JP, FCPA, FCA, CFE, the former Auditor General – born November 5, 1951 and passed today, March 15, 2021. […]
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Minister Furbert Salutes Island’s Social Workers
| “There are so many dedicated and focused social workers in our community and they continue to serve our community despite the restrictions of the pandemic,” Minister of Social Development & Seniors Tinee Furbert said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [March 15] Minister Furbert said, “Not only is March Social Work Month, but tomorrow […]
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“Literacy, Language Variation And Poverty”
| The “intersection of literacy, language variation, and poverty” will be explored in Bermuda College’s second Literacy Series workshop. “Dr. Julie Washington, Director of the Dialect, Poverty and Academic Success Lab at the University of California, Irvine [UCI] believes that language provides the foundation for the development of reading skills, so children will have to learn […]
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‘Bermuda Was Obvious Choice For Expansion’
| Miller announced the appointment of Charlie Simpson to lead their new platform in Bermuda, with the company noting “Bermuda was an obvious choice of location for our continued expansion given its excellent reputation.” “Miller continues its international expansion with the appointment of Charlie Simpson who has joined to lead the broker’s new platform in Bermuda,” […]
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Trott, Thompson & Parfitt-Williams Team Results
| Teams that include Bermudian footballers Nathan Trott, Kenni Thompson, and Djair Parfitt-Williams were in all action this weekend in England, Spain and Iceland, respectively. Nathan Trott in England. Nathan Trott traveled with his West Ham United teammates to Old Traffic to face Manchester United in their Premier League match-up, being defeated 1 – 0. Kenni […]
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Sailing: Bermuda Optimist Winter Series Results
| Bermuda Optimist Dinghy Association [BODA] sailors took to the waters of the Great Sound to resume their Winter Trials. During the four latest races, PJ Rodrigues won two of the races, with Kipling Rossouw, and Ethan Thompson winning the other races. Jordan Vieira finished second twice, with Thompson, and Miguel Power both finishing second in […]
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Hawley Finishes 11th In Triathlon In Florida
| Erica Hawley took part in the Sarasota-Bradenton Triathlon where she finished 11th in the Women’s Elite Pro Race recording a time of 56:49.7. Hawley covered the 0.75 km swim course in a time of 9:55.8 coming out of the water in the 22nd spot, she then moved up to 7th after covering the 18.3 km bike […]
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SailGP Launches Ticket Sales For April Event
| SailGP launched the ticket sales for Season 2 opener, Bermuda Sail Grand Prix presented by Hamilton Princess A spokesperson said, “In just 40 days, sailing’s pinnacle league will make its much-anticipated return at the SailGP Season 2 opener, the Bermuda Sail Grand Prix presented by Hamilton Princess. With the on-water spectator program now confirmed, fans […]
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Results: Fat Tire Massive At Ferry Reach
| The Bermuda Fat Tire Massive 2020/2021 Mountain Bike Race Series season continued with race day seven at Ferry Reach. Robin Horsfield would once again prove too strong for the field in the Male Open 60 Minute Division when he clocked a 4 lap winning time of 50:09, Alexander Miller was second in a time of […]
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Thieves steal cash from SPCA collection box
Thieves have stolen the contents of a collection box for an animal welfare charity. The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals’ fundraising box, located at the old terminal of LF Wade Intern…
Question marks over rare Bermuda coin up for auction in the UK
A rare Bermuda coin is expected to fetch thousands of dollars when it goes up for auction next month. The coin, which may have been minted as early as the 17th century, was found by a metal detectoris…
Cost of some commonly used medication set to fall
The cost of some medication will be cut after legislation was passed allowing Government to set maximum prices for some commonly used drugs. On Friday, MPs passed amendments to the Bermuda Health Coun…
Harvard expert helping firms to deal with issues on diversity
An award-winning American expert on bias and racism who moved to Bermuda as a one-year “digital nomad” has offered his insight for the island on race and diversity. Robert Livingston, a management and…
A little TLC goes a long way for new centre helping families
A transitional housing programme has been given internet, TV and phone services by an island company. Staff from Digicel also pitched in to put fresh paint on the Transformational Living Centre for Fa…
No Certain Date For Cruise Ships To Return
| There is “no certain date for the return” of scheduled cruise calls, Premier David Burt said, adding that “they have inquiries for cruise ships who want to berth from Bermuda and make Bermuda their home port” and “no decisions have been made as of yet.” Speaking in the House of Assembly during the discussion on […]
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Study: Island Is Most Expensive For Happiness
| A study by Expensivity — which used estimates from Purdue University’s paper ‘Happiness, income satiation and turning points around the world — concluded that Bermuda is the most expensive place in the world to ‘be happy,’ with the study noting our “high cost of living.” The organisation said, “Scientists at Purdue have even put a […]
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Ministry of Education on Recent Dellwood Middle School COVID Exposure
Earlier this weekend, the Ministry of Health’s Epidemiology and Surveillance Unit (ESU) identified a potential COVID-19 exposure at Dellwood Middle School. After conducting a risk assessment, the ESU has concluded that with all precautions (disinfecting and deep cleaning of areas impacted) having been put in place on the campus, Dellwood Middle School will open on Monday, March 15th, 2021.
Dellwood school open after potential Covid-19 exposure – Ministry
Dellwood Middle School will open tomorrow following a risk assessment after a potential Covid-19 exposure, the Ministry of Education said tonight. In a statement at 10.19pm, the Minister of Education,…
‘Potential Covid-19 Exposure’ At Dellwood
| The Ministry of Health confirmed they “identified a potential Covid-19 exposure at Dellwood Middle School” and have concluded that with precautions “having been put in place on the campus,” Dellwood will open on Monday [March 15] and “only those persons contacted are required to quarantine for 14 days.” A spokesperson said, “Earlier this weekend, the […]
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Three-quarters of current Covid cases are UK variant – Premier
More than three-quarters of the current active Covid-19 cases in Bermuda are the UK variant, Premier David Burt said in a series of tweets. And he urged the community to continue to be vigilant, sayin…
“How 21st Century Learning Being Designed”
| The Ministry of Education will be holding three pop-up events this coming week to “introduce education stakeholders and the general public to how 21st century learning for children is being designed.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Education has scheduled three pop-up events, happening next week Monday, Wednesday and Friday – March 15th, 17th […]
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Weather Forecast For Monday March 15
| Monday, March 15 is expected to be partly cloudy, with the high to be near 17°C/62°F and the low to be near 12°C/54°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 61%. Sunrise will be at 7:27am and sunset will be at 7:29pm. […]
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Education Reform – The Learning First Programme Three Pop-Up Events: March 15th to 19th 2021
The Ministry of Education has scheduled three pop-up events, happening next week Monday, Wednesday and Friday – March 15th, 17th and 19th, 2021 The pop-up events will introduce education stakeholders and the general public to how 21st Century learning for children is being designed for the Bermuda Public School System.
Plans Underway to Repair Section of Harbour Road Wall
The Ministry of Public Works wishes to advise the public of upcoming plans to repair a 50-foot section of wall located on Harbour Road Paget, east of Highwood Lane and Lovers Lane.
In the coming weeks, the area in question (see attached image) will undergo remedial repairs to secure the wall section. Meanwhile, the planning and procurement of the necessary equipment and materials to complete permanent repairs will be carried out and executed in due course.
Video: Bermuda Covid-19 Vaccine Timeline
| Bermuda started administering vaccines on January 11th and as of March 10th — almost one year after the first cases of Covid-19 were confirmed on the island — Bermuda has administered a total of 27,727 vaccinations. 27% of the population [17,395 people] have received one dose, while 16% of the population [10,332 people] have had […]
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Wall repairs to take place on Harbour Road
A 50-foot section of wall on Harbour Road, in Paget, is to undergo repairs. The Ministry of Public Works said today that the repair works are due to take place east of Highwood Lane and Lovers Lane “…
Premier Pays Tribute To Kenneth Richardson
| Premier David Burt today echoed the outpouring of condolences to the family of former Cabinet Secretary Mr. Kenneth Richardson. Premier Burt said, “From the classroom at Howard Academy to the Cabinet Room, Mr. Richardson was the same calming and professional presence. He was the consummate public officer, possessed of a keen intellect and commitment to […]
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Video: Interview With Triathlete Tyler Butterfield
| Tyler Butterfield was interviewed by ‘Breakfast with Bob at Challenge Miami,’ with the Bermudian triathlete discussing his training, his family and their athletic accomplishments, Bermuda and more. The video’s description says, “Tyler Butterfield joined us on Breakfast with Bob at Challenge Miami for a pre-race conversation. Always love chatting with Tyler! We talked today about the […]
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Plans To Repair Section Of Harbour Road Wall
| The Ministry of Public Works advised of “upcoming plans to repair a 50-foot section of wall located on Harbour Road Paget, east of Highwood Lane and Lovers Lane.” “In the coming weeks, the area in question will undergo remedial repairs to secure the wall section. Meanwhile, the planning and procurement of the necessary equipment and […]
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Butterfield Finishes 7th In Challenge Miami
| Tyler Butterfield placed 7th at the Challenge Miami, with the Bermudian triathlete finishing in a time of 2:42:54. Butterfield came out of the water in 18th with a time of 21:48, then clocked a time of 1:23:43 over the 63.2k bike course, and then recorded a time of 54:49 over the 15.7k run. Related Stories […]
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Trott Wins Long Jump At UNCW Invitational
| Alexis Trott and her Towson University Women’s Track and Field teammates began their 2021 campaign at the UNCW Invitational at the Greene Track & Field Complex this weekend in North Carolina. Trott won the women’s long jump with a top leap of 5.37m. Head Coach Mike Jackson said, “Today was a blessing to return to […]
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Government’s List Of Covid Related Contracts
| In response to Parliamentary Questions from MP Michael Dunkley in the House of Assembly, Minister of Health Kim Wilson released a list of Covid-19 related contracts undertaken by the Government. The question was, “Will the Honourable Minister please inform this Honourable House about all Covid-19 related contracts undertaken by the Government for the provision of […]
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Parliament: Order Of Business For March 15th
| The House of Assembly will be in session again on Monday [March 15] and the only statement scheduled to be delivered is on Social Worker Month 2021, and the budget debate is set to continue. The Order of Business is below [PDF here]: Related Stories Simons On Government’s Accounts Receivables Professional Development For School Educators […]
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Video: Sunday March 14th ‘Good News’ Spotlight
| News that Coral Wells was named ‘Woman Of The Year,’ Paul Njoroge facilitated a donation of over $440,000 to Bermuda charities in appreciation for the support he received, Dara Alizadeh qualified for the Tokyo Olympic Games, and Desta Zion Wilson was featured in BBC One’s ‘A Celebration For Commonwealth Day’ programme were all some of […]
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AM Best Revises Argo Group Outlook To Stable
| AM Best has revised the outlooks to stable from negative and affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A- [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings of “a-” of Bermuda-based Argo Re and its subsidiaries. A statement from the ratings agency said, “AM Best also has revised the outlooks to stable from negative and affirmed the […]
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Premier Burt: ‘We Can’t Let Our Guard Down”
| “Coronavirus fatigue is real, but we can’t let our guard down,” Premier David Burt said, adding that “it is vital that we follow the simple precautions in place to limit transmission while we continue to immunise our seniors and the vulnerable.” In a series of tweets this evening [March 13], the Premier said, “Coronavirus fatigue […]
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