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| The Information Commissioner’s Office [ICO] has a newly published a ‘How to Make a PATI Request’ brochure, now readily available in Portuguese. A spokesperson said, “The brochure outlines how all Bermudians and residents can make requests for public records from Bermuda’s public authorities, under the Public Access to Information [PATI] Act, even if their first […] |
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| Wednesday, August 24 is expected to see early cloud and chance of showers clears, brighter later, with the high to be near 31°C/88°F and the low to be near 26°C/79°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 74%. Sunrise will be at […] |
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| The Cayman Islands is making changes to their travel policies, allowing travelers “without the need of any additional documents or health-related steps.” The Cayman Islands website said, “Effective August 24, 2022, all travelers—vaccinated and unvaccinated—are permitted to enter the Cayman Islands without the need of any additional documents or health-related steps due to the Covid-19 […] |
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Recently, the Minister of Economy and Labour, Jason Hayward, joined Bermuda Youth Connect to host an in-person youth engagement event discussing Bermuda’s Youth Employment Strategy.
The event, held at the Berkeley Institute School Library, saw 20 Bermudians from 18 to 26 years of age come together to ask questions, gather information, and discuss how the Government will support them in developing their ability to guide and lead our country’s path into the future.
| Recently, Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport Dr. Ernest Peets recognized 16 Bermudian artists whose work is featured in Government buildings as part of the “Public Art Project in Government Buildings”. A Government spokesperson said, “The public will recall that the initiative was announced in the 2018 Throne Speech. The Department of Culture facilitated the […] |
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| The Government issued a Request for Proposals [RFP] for a “new purpose built facility to house the Department of Parks Headquarters and Maintenance Yard” on Marsh Folly Road. The RFP said [PDF], “The Government is seeking to build a new purpose built facility to house the Department of Parks Headquarters and Maintenance Yard at #4 […] |
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| The seventh installment of the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute’s [BUEI] eight-part Island SOS [Sustainable Ocean Strategies] series is slated to take place at BUEI on Saturday, August 27 at 4.00pm. A spokesperson said, “This month’s island nation being highlighted is the Bahamas, with a presentation by Casuarina McKinney-Lambert, Executive Director of the Bahamas Reef Environment […] |
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| YouthVision Promotions is getting set to present the ‘Live In Peace’ Gombey celebration on Saturday, September 3 and the Hamilton Parish Back To School Party on Sunday, September 4th. A spokesperson said, “First, YouthVision Promotions extends our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of the young man who lost his life to violence. “We […] |
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| There is apparently an “orange inflatable object that looks like a water slide” floating in the water approximately 35 nautical miles off Bermuda. A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre spokesperson said, “Monday 22nd August, 03:30 pm – A passing merchant ship reported to Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre, the sighting of a floating orange inflatable object, that […] |
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| Recently, Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward joined Bermuda Youth Connect to host an in-person youth engagement event discussing Bermuda’s Youth Employment Strategy. A Government spokesperson said, “The event, held at the Berkeley Institute School Library, saw 20 Bermudians from 18 to 26 years of age come together to ask questions, gather information, and […] |
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| Two more people have been arrested in connection with the murder of Marcus Wilson, with the police confirming that “to date four men have been arrested in connection with his murder. ” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] has arrested the two outstanding suspects in the murder investigation of Marcus Wilson. To […] |
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| The Department of Libraries and Archives is advising that the Youth Library will be closed to the public on Friday [Aug 26] to “allow staff to participate in programme planning and staff development.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Youth Library will reopen and be accessible to the public at 9:00 am on Saturday, August 27th, […] |
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| Adam Hall has now moved to Norfolk Tides which is the Minor League Baseball team of the International League and the Triple-A affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles. Hall took to the field for Norfolk to face off against the Durham Bulls the Triple-A affiliate of the Tampa Bay Rays, with Durham winning 5 – 4 […] |
| In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX], Polaris Holding reported its financial results, noting that “after an economically depressed period caused by Covid-19, Polaris returned to profitability.” The full filing stated: “On 23 August 2022, Polaris Holding Company Ltd. [Polaris], parent company to Stevedoring Services Limited [Stevedoring Services] and East End Asphalt Company Limited […] |
| 12-year-old Bermudian Owen Rosorea won a silver medal in squash this weekend in the U/13 division t the Boston Metro West U.S. Junior Bronze Event held in Framingham, Massachusetts. A spokesperson said, “Owen defeated Roger Zhou [USA] in the quarter finals, and then Rama Urs [USA] In the semi finals. In a close finals match, […] |
| Bermuda Pride will hold a number of events this month, including the LGBTQ+ 101 forum, Pride Parade and Block Party, Love & Live Party, Pride Worship Service, and Beach Party. The Bermuda Pride website said, “Our team is excited to bring Bermuda Pride 2022 to the public this year, with more entertainment, more events, more […] |
| Registration for the 2022 World Triathlon Series [WTS] Bermuda is now open, with the event to take place on November 5 and November 6. A spokesperson said, “Registration for the 2022 World Triathlon Series [WTS] Bermuda is now open as the highly anticipated event returns to Bermuda’s shores on 5 – 6 November, 2022. Elite […] |
| Gina Spence Productions [GSP] and Gibbons Company are getting set to hold the 10th annual ‘Each One Reach One’ back to school event. A spokesperson said, “During our 10th anniversary, we will be celebrating this milestone of helping over 10,000 children get dressed for educational success. “We are proud to announce the recycling uniform drive […] |
| Bermuda players began competing in the WATA XXVII Senior Caribbean Singles and Doubles Championships 2022 in Jamaica. Rachel Barnes took to the court in the women’s singles, defeating Chloe Walcott from Trinidad in a four-set battle that took 26 minutes to complete. Barnes won the first game 11-2. She then took a 2 – 0 […] |
| [Written by Stephen Wright] Jah-Nhai Perinchief has reflected on his silver medal-winning performance at the North American, Central American and Caribbean Association Senior Championships in the Bahamas at the weekend. The triple jumper claimed silver with a leap of 15.89 metres in his third attempt at the Grand Bahamas Sports Complex in Freeport. It capped off […] |
| The body of a 40-year-old man was found in Dockyard late last night. and the police confirmed that an “investigation surrounding the circumstances of the man’s death has commenced.” A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before 11pm on Monday 22nd August, police and other first responders attended a report of an unresponsive male being found in […] |
| Devonshire Cougars are looking to recruit players for their youth programme for the new season. Registration is now open for Cougars’ under-5, under-7, under-9, under-11, under-13 and under-15 teams. Training days are Tuesdays and Thursdays for the under-5, under-7 and under-9 teams, Mondays and Thursdays for the under-11s, and Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays for the […] |
| GayCities has highlighted Bermuda’s repeal of same sex marriage on the island by listing “10 beach alternatives that will welcome [and marry] us” “since Bermuda has banned gay marriage.” The GayCities website said, “Bermuda’s clear, blue waters and pink sand beaches have made the island ideal for destination weddings. However, these crystalline shores have been […] |
| The Bermuda Coast Guard towed a disabled 21ft vessel with two persons on board to Robinsons Marina last weekend. A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre spokesperson said, “Sunday 14th August, 8:00pm. Bermuda Radio receives a call from a disabled 21 foot vessel with two persons on board. The vessel is off Pompano, drifting inshore and requests […] |
| August 22 saw 9,600 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $71,550.00 BD. 9,000 shares were traded by Argus Group Holdings Ltd, closing up 0.8% at $6.35 per share, while the other 600 shares were traded by BF&M Ltd, closing up 20.0% at $24.00 per share. The BSX finished at 2,401.75, up 1.59% […] |
| White Mountains Insurance Group, Ltd. announced that it has commenced a “modified Dutch auction” self-tender offer to purchase up to $500 million in value of its common shares. A spokesperson said, “White Mountains Insurance Group, Ltd. announced today that it has commenced a “modified Dutch auction” self-tender offer to purchase up to $500 million in […] |
| [Written by Stephen Wright] Myah Ballentine did not feel confident enough to sing even in the shower a year ago, however next month, the Bermudian singer-songwriter will headline her first concert, Myah V and Friends, at the Grog Shop, an iconic venue in Cleveland, Ohio. It has been a remarkable turnaround for the 22-year-old, who was […] |
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has received reports of what appears to be tan-brown slicks floating in the waters along South Shore and other parts of the island.
DENR can advise that this natural occurrence is, in fact, large rafts of pink/orange/brown coral spawn seeking new areas to propagate.
While it may look unsightly, this act of nature is one to be celebrated as it reflects the excellent health of Bermuda’s coral reef system.
| 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 […] |