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Meritus Trust acquires Lepercq | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda Business
Meritus Trust Company Ltd, a boutique Bermuda trust and corporate service provider company, has acquired all of the shares in Lepercq Corporation Management Ltd and its direct subsidiary, Lepercq Corp Services Co Ltd, a Bermudian corporate service provider of company management and administration services. The acquisition will extend Meritus’s international reach and strengthen its position as a leading independent provider of corporate administration, trust and private client services. Mic
Star studded line-up confirmed for Gold Cup | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda Sport
World and event champions highlight a fleet adorned with accolades for the celebratory 70th Bermuda Gold Cup and 2020 Open Match Racing World Championship, hosted by the Royal Bermuda Yacht Club this month.Sweden’s Johnie Berntsson, Taylor Canfield of the United States, Australian Torvar Mirsky and Ian Williams of the United Kingdom have all won the King Edward VII Gold Cup, awarded to the winner of the Bermuda Gold Cup, while Canfield, Mirsky, Williams and New Zealander Phil Robertson of Sweden h
| The Royal Gazette:Bermuda News
The One Bermuda Alliance is down – but not out, its leader has said.Craig Cannonier, the Leader of the Opposition, said, despite the Progressive Labour Party’s landslide 30-6 General Election triumph, the OBA was still viable.Mr Cannonier added: “We will continue to be a vibrant voice for the people of Bermuda and its development, standing for fairness, equity, opportunities and good governance.”The One Bermuda Alliance is a very firmly established part of Bermuda’s political landsca
Weatherman to speak at virtual climate summit | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda News
The director of the Bermuda Weather Service will be a virtual panellist at an extreme weather summit today. Mark Guishard was invited to speak at the Atlantic International Research Centre’s All-Atlantic Summit after he met a senior member of the organisation’s last year.Dr Guishard said the discussion “will be about extreme weather and resilience – something Bermuda knows a little about, as highlighted by our two storm impacts just last month”. The Air Centre was set up to combine e
Bermuda Championship Tickets In High Demand
| The Thursday and Friday tickets for the upcoming Bermuda Championship golf event are sold out, with limited availability remaining for Saturday and Sunday. A spokesperson said, “Fans are encouraged to act quickly to purchase their tickets for the second annual Bermuda Championship. The PGA Tour event, scheduled October 26 to November 1 at Port Royal Golf Course, […]
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IoD Bermuda Launches New Website
| The Institute of Directors, Bermuda branch, has launched its own website – www.IoD.bm – with information on professional courses and events. Rochelle Simons, Chair of the IoD Branch along with Sara Schroter and Michelle Cardwell, members of the Executive Committee of the IoD and who have been coordinating the new site, said: “We are very […]
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Sailing: Lineup Confirmed For Bermuda Gold Cup
| The lineup for Bermuda Gold Cup and 2020 Open Match Racing Worlds has been confirmed, with the field of 16 entrants. A spokesperson said, “World and event champions highlight a fleet adorned with accolades for the celebratory 70th Bermuda Gold Cup and 2020 Open Match Racing World Championship, hosted by the Royal Bermuda Yacht Club […]
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Dr Guishard To Participate On International Panel
| Bermuda Weather Service [BWS] Director, Dr. Mark Guishard will be a virtual panelist in the Atlantic International Research [AIR] Centre’s All-Atlantic Summit this week. AIR Centre is an international collaborative framework addressing global challenges and local priorities the Atlantic Ocean. “Last year, I met one of the principals of the AIR Centre at a meeting […]
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Suzanne Ericsson Wins Four Tournaments
| Bermuda’s Suzanne Ericsson won several martial arts tournaments over the past weekend, with her efforts producing four first place finishes and one second place finish. The Bermuda Karate Institute student won first place in the TJK-50 +45-years-old category in bushido, first place in the KA-23 Kata Master 35+-years-old in karate, first place in the NBB-102 […]
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BPSU Announces Four Staff Appointments
| The Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] announced four new appointments and changes involving Edward Ball, Kevin Grant, Lloyquita Symonds, and Joan Wagacha. BPSU President Armell Thomas said, “On behalf of the Bermuda Public Services Union, I am pleased to announce the following Secretariat staff appointments: Bro. Edward G. Ball Jr., JP, LLB, FCMI “Effective October […]
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Minister On Energy & Potential Sale Of BELCO
| Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban held a press conference to provide an update on renewable energy initiatives and the potential sale of Ascendant, which is the parent company of BELCO. Minister Roban said, “During the recent election, there seemed to be a significant emphasis on renewable energy and a cleaner environment. I thought it […]
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PREMIER THANKS PARLIAMENTARY REGISTRAR & STAFF, JOB WELL DONE This Just In I am honoured to sit here again this week f…
PREMIER THANKS PARLIAMENTARY REGISTRAR & STAFF, JOB WELL DONE This Just In I am honoured to sit here again this week following last week’s General Election. I am joined at our weekly COVID update by the Minister of Health, the Hon. Kim Wilson, who will provide an update from her Ministry. Following her update I will touch on a few matters before we take questions from members of the media. Read more on this story click on the link below https://www.tnnbda.com/home/details/NX20201007114038
ICO Launches “I Want to Know” Video Series
| The Information Commissioner’s Office’s [ICO] is releasing a public awareness video series titled ‘I Want to Know!’ A spokesperson said, “Acting Information Commissioner Answer Styannes announces the release of the Information Commissioner’s Office’s ‘I Want to Know!’ public awareness video series. “The ICO’s videos encourage Bermudians and residents to use their right to know by […]
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MarketPlace Initiative To Hire Fairmont Workers
| The MarketPlace today announced a “compassionate plan to hire redundant workers of the Fairmont Southampton.” A spokesperson said, “The MarketPlace aims to provide job opportunities for an unspecified number of hard-working individuals that are out of work by the closure of the Fairmont Southampton hotel. The roles will include floor merchandisers, cashiers and personal shoppers […]
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Covid-19: 347 Test Results, None Were Positive
| The Government held a press conference yesterday evening [Oct 6] to update the public on Covid-19. There were 347 test results received yesterday and none were positive for COVID-19, so the total of confirmed positive cases to date remains at 181, with 2 being active. Minister Kim Wilson’s full statement follows below: Today there were […]
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BTA: ‘Bermuda’s Health Protocols Inspire Travel’
| Bermuda’s health protocols have inspired travellers to choose the island, with 50% of Bermuda’s air visitors saying the island’s rigorous safety protocols influenced their decision to travel here and 97% saying they felt either “safe” or “very safe” in terms of COVID-19 during their visit. This was from the BTA, which said, “Bermuda’s robust health and […]
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Column: Apology, Congratulations And Caution
| [Opinion column written by Vic Ball] As those of you reading this can imagine, it is without a doubt one of the most difficult opinions I have written. I initiate it with an apology to the Bermudian people. It is very evident that the OBA failed to provide a viable alternative to the questionable governance […]
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Video: VaVa Entertainment Pink Party Cruise
| VaVa Entertainment recently held their Pink Party Cruise, with the event serving to benefit the P.A.L.S. charity. A spokesperson previously said, “VaVa Entertainment Ltd held a charity event – the Pink Party Cruise – to benefit P.A.L.S. in honour of Reneé M. Carter, Eddie R. A. Minors and anyone else whom we have lost to […]
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Premier & First Division Standings & Goalscorers
| After the first two rounds of Premier and First Division matches, the current standings and leading goal scorers in each division are below. The Premier Division currently has three teams on 6 points, but goal difference separates them, Robin Hood has a difference of 8, while the North Village Rams have a difference of 3 […]
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Ascendant Group Releases Q2 2020 Financials
| Ascendant Group Limited, a publicly traded provider of energy and energy-related services, announced that results for the first six months of 2020 have been released. The Six Month Report will be sent to shareholders and is also available on Ascendant’s website at www.ascendant.bm. The Ascendant Six Month Earnings follow below [PDF here]: Related Stories Ascendant […]
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From no boots to visions of Golden Boot | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda Sport
Hamilton Parish are off to a good start in the First Division, thanks in no small part to Jordan Outerbridge’s seven goals in their first two games.While it is still early in the season, expectation is already high that Parish will be among the main contenders for promotion. Outerbridge, 24, was not one of the 93 players who obtained a transfer during the summer, and many have never heard the name, but Sergio Goater, the new Hamilton Parish coach, has no doubt he could be one of the best
Belco sale could end ‘turmoil’ – Roban | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda News
A new team at the helm of Belco is expected to restore faith in the power company, the Minister of Home Affairs said yesterday.Walter Roban claimed that public confidence in the electricity provider was at an “all-time low” – but predicted that would change with the proposed sale of parent firm Ascendant to Canadian-based Algonquin.He said: “I don’t have to remind … members of the public of the turmoil over the last two years, including serious industrial action, the dismissal of highly q
Laid-off hotel staff offered jobs at MarketPlace | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda News
A supermarket chain has launched an attempt to recruit from the ranks of laid-off workers at the Fairmont Southampton hotel.The plan was revealed after more than 700 jobs were lost because the hotel is to shut for about two years for major renovation work.Seth Stutzman, the president of The MarketPlace group, said: “We recognise that we have a responsibility to support our community, particularly during times of national need.”Since the start of the pandemic, we’ve worked tirelessly
CDC GUIDELINE FOR HALLOWEEN FESTIVITIES SAY HEALTH MINISTER WILSON This Just In Yesterday there were 347 test results…
CDC GUIDELINE FOR HALLOWEEN FESTIVITIES SAY HEALTH MINISTER WILSON This Just In Yesterday there were 347 test results received by the Ministry of Health, and none were positive for COVID-19. Read more on this story click on the link below https://www.tnnbda.com/home/details/NX20201007092414
Oct 10: Ayurvedic Approach To Weight Loss
| FUELLED Bermuda Ltd is getting set to hold a workshop on Saturday [Oct 10] from 10.00am to 2.00pm at Spirit House in Devonshire. Agathe Holowatinc of FUELLED Bermuda Ltd said, “New FUELLED workshop this Saturday. Looking to shed your Covid weight? Ayurveda is a sophisticated and powerful mind-body health system, developed by the sages of […]
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Butterfield Share Repurchases For Sept 2020
| In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited advised that during the month of September 2020, the Bank repurchased for cancellation 75,600 Common Shares at an average price of $ 24.32 per share. Related Stories Butterfield Announces Registered Offering Butterfield Completes Acquisition Of GTS Butterfield Bank Advises […]
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Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Oct 6 2020
| October 6 saw 1,146 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $28,650.00 BD. 1,146 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing up 6.4% at $25.00 per share. The BSX finished at 1,827.31, up 3.83% on the day. There was 1 advance, 0 declines, and 60 remained unchanged. The full report […]
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Renewable Energy & Potential Sale of Ascendant This Just In During the recent election, there seemed to be a significan…
Renewable Energy & Potential Sale of Ascendant This Just In During the recent election, there seemed to be a significant emphasis on renewable energy and a cleaner environment. I thought it important that I give our Bermuda public an update on our considerable work on implementing renewable energy and a cleaner environment. In the PLP Election Platform, the Premier talks of “a green revolution.” That revolution has already begun. Read more on this story click on the link below https://www.tnnbda.com/home/details/NX20201007070735
COVID-19 update – 6 October – Premier Burt remarks
Good afternoon Bermuda and welcome members of the media her today.
I am honoured to sit here again this week following last week’s General Election. I am joined at our weekly COVID update by the Minister of Health, the Hon. Kim Wilson, who will provide an update from her Ministry. Following her update I will touch on a few matters before we take questions from members of the media.
Minister Wilson.
Thank you Minister of Health.
COVID-19 Press Statement Minister Wilson – 6th October 2020
Today there were 347 test results received by the Ministry of Health, and none were positive for COVID-19.
Bermuda now has 181 total confirmed positive cases. Their status is as follows:
- 170 have recovered, and
- there are 2 active cases, who are
- all under public health monitoring;
- none are hospitalized or in critical care, and
- the total deceased remains at 9.
The average age of all of our confirmed positive cases is 56 and the age range of all of our positive cases is from 9 to 101 years.
Official Govt & Legal Notices For Oct 6 2020
| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Oct 6] include notice of intended marriages. Marriage Notice: Shanna McEachern & Zvi Rabinowitz Notice Type: Legal Notice Notice Sub Type: Notice of Intended Marriage Notice ID: LN0352/2020 Public Authorities / Department: Registry General Publication date: 06 October 2020 The Marriage Act, 1944 Notice of Intended Marriage […]
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Minister Roban Press Conference Remarks: Renewable Energy & Potential Sale of Ascendant Update
Good Afternoon.
During the recent election, there seemed to be a significant emphasis on renewable energy and a cleaner environment. I thought it important that I give our Bermuda public an update on our considerable work on implementing renewable energy and a cleaner environment.
Butterfield shares up on BSX and NYSE | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda Business
Shares of Butterfield Bank improved $1.50, or 6.4 per cent, to $25 on The Royal Gazette/BSX Index after 1,146 were traded.On the New York Stock Exchange, the bank’s shares were up 31 cents, or 1.27 per cent, at $24.81.The Royal Gazette/BSX Index was up 67.46 points, or 3.83 per cent, at 1,827.31, while the BSX Insurance Index was up 12.54 points, or 0.93 per cent, at 1,355.16.
Covid 19: Island down to two cases | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda News
There are only two active cases of Covid-19 on the island and neither of the victims are in hospital, it was revealed this evening.Kim Wilson, the health minister, said neither were in hospital, but they were being monitored by public health officials.She also announced 347 tests for the coronavirus had come in clear today.Ms Wilson said she regretted that Halloween festivities this year would be shelved and that she did not want to be a “buzz killer”.But she warned the public
Weather Forecast For Wednesday October 7
| Wednesday, October 7 is expected to see plenty of sunshine, turning hazy at times, with the high to be near 27°C/81°F and the low to be near 24°C/75°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 72%. Sunrise will be at 7.17am and […]
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Video series highlights ‘right to know’ law | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda News
News StaffVideos created to publicise the public’s right to know have been released by the Information Commissioner’s Office, the Acting Information Commissioner revealed today.Answer Styannes said the “I Want to Know!” series was designed to encourage the public to use the public access to information law to get access to information.Ms Styannes added the videos highlighted the benefits of the Pati Act, and reminded people that when they made a request they were using an important t
OBA LEADER CRAIG CANNONIER CONGRATULATES TEAM PLP AND THANKS OBA SUPPORTERS This Just In … On behalf of the members…
OBA LEADER CRAIG CANNONIER CONGRATULATES TEAM PLP AND THANKS OBA SUPPORTERS This Just In … On behalf of the members and officers of the One Bermuda Alliance, particularly our slate of candidates and their teams, I sincerely thank everyone who voted for the One Bermuda Alliance and supported us during the election campaign. Read more on this story click on the link below https://www.tnnbda.com/home/details/NX20201006195503See More
‘We Will Continue To Be Relevant Political Force’
| “The OBA has a strong, committed team, with a number of new politicians,” OBA Leader Craig Cannonier said adding that they “will continue to be a relevant political force.” The OBA Leader was speaking after the 2020 General Election, which saw the OBA win just 6 of the 36 seats in the House of Assembly. Mr. […]
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Skyport Selects Specialty Retail Concessionaire
| Skyport announced that the Duty Free and Specialty Retail concession for the new terminal has been awarded to the Somers Isles Trading Company, which was founded and developed by local resident Rhona Sutton. A spokesperson said, “An elevated retail experience will be on offer in the new passenger terminal building of the LF Wade International Airport […]
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Somers Isles Trading wins airport retail contract | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda Business
The Somers Isles Trading Company has won the duty-free and speciality retail concession for the new passenger terminal at the LF Wade International Airport.Rhona Sutton, an island resident, founded the company. She is an entrepreneur and founder of the Rhona Sutton Group, with over 20 years’ experience developing products and designs for international clients including Harrods, Disney, Macy’s, Four Seasons and Ritz Carlton. Skyport, operators of the airport, announced the award of the contr
AXA XL Wins Bermuda Insurer Of The Year
| Insurance industry trade publication Reactions magazine has named AXA XL as the Bermuda Insurer of the Year. A spokesperson said, “AXA XL has won the coveted title of Bermuda Insurer of the Year for the third time in the past four years. “The recognition came during the insurance industry publication Reactions magazine’s North America Awards […]
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Apex Bermuda Appoint Ross Webber
| Ross Webber has been appointed the Managing Director, Bermuda at Apex Group A spokesperson said, “Apex Group Ltd., a global financial services provider, announced today the appointment of Ross Webber as Managing Director, Bermuda to lead the business and continue the development of Apex’s business in Bermuda. “Established in 2003, Apex Bermuda was the first […]
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Rawlins Signs Contract Extension With Sussex
| Sussex Cricket announced that Bermuda’s Delray Rawlins has signed a contract extension with the club. The Worthing Herald website said, “Sussex Cricket announce that George Garton, Tom Haines and Delray Rawlins have all signed contract extensions with the club. “Rawlins was another Sussex youngster to impress with both bat and ball this summer, scoring 460 […]
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Bermuda Plein Air Exhibit Opens Friday
| The Bermuda Arts Centre will be virtually hosting an exhibit titled ‘Bermuda Plein Air 19′ starting at 10.00am on Friday [Oct 9], with the art also to be available for viewing at the gallery itself. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Arts Centre is pleased to announce their next exhibit, Bermuda Plein Air 19. As the […]
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