Hashtag: #NationalHeroesDay
New National Heroes Once Every Ten Years
“To retain the distinct and extraordinary character of this award, the nomination process for new national heroes will now open to the public once every ten years, with the next cycle beginning in 2025,” Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport Dr. Ernest Peets said, Speaking yesterday [May 11] in the Senate, the Minister said, “Becoming... Read more of this article
Video: Bermuda National Heroes Tribute Concert
The Department of Culture hosted the Bermuda National Heroes Tribute Concert on Saturday [June 19] at Victoria Park, with the concert honouring Bermuda’s eight National Heroes.A Government spokesperson previously said, “In honour of our Heroes, the Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport Dr. the Hon. Ernest Peets hosted a special National Heroes... Read more of this article
Concert To Celebrate Bermuda’s National Heroes
In celebration of National Heroes Day, a concert was held over the weekend in honour of Bermuda’s eight National Heroes. A Government spokesperson said, “Today Bermuda celebrates its eight National Heroes:Mary Prince Dr. E.F. Gordon Dame Lois Browne-Evans, DBE, JP, LLB Gladys Misick Morrell Sir John W. Swan, KBE, JP Dr. Pauulu R.N.O.B.... Read more of this article
Heroes Day Weekend City Trash Collection
The City of Hamilton provided information on the garbage collection schedule during the National Heroes Day holiday weekend. A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton wishes to advise City businesses and residents that garbage collection will be scheduled on the following dates during the Heroes Day Weekend:“There will be no residential... Read more of this article
Safety Tips For Mariners, Jet Ski Operators
As the National Heroes Day holiday weekend approaches, the Water Safety Council issued safety reminders for mariners and Jet Ski operators. Michael Weeks, Chairman of the Water Safety Council said, “As we are fully into the summer season we should be focusing on water safety, while still being able to have an enjoyable time with family and friends. “On... Read more of this article
National Heroes Day Holiday Weekend Policing
The Bermuda Police Service said they “will continue to work with the Royal Bermuda Regiment and the Bermuda Reserve Police on enforcement of the Covid-19 regulations this National Heroes Day holiday weekend.” A police spokesperson said, “Additionally we are working alongside the Dept of Environmental Health on Covid Compliance matters,... Read more of this article
Coast Guard To Be Out For Heroes Day Weekend
Soldiers from the Royal Bermuda’s Regiment’s Coast Guard will be “out on the water in force” over the holiday weekend. Captain Jeff Patterson, the officer commanding the RBR Coast Guard, said full-time members would be reinforced with Reserve soldiers and members of the Bermuda Police Service. Capt. Patterson added: “There will be... Read more of this article
BSX Closed For National Heroes Day Holiday
The Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX] advised that the Exchange will be closed on Monday, 21st, June 2021 in observance of the Bermuda National Heroes Day Public Holiday. The BSX will re-open on Tuesday, 22nd, June 2021.Related StoriesBSX Closed For National Heroes Day Holiday BSX Will Be Closed For National Heroes Day MarketPlace National Heroes Day... Read more of this article
Opposition Leader On National Heroes Day
[National Heroes Day message from Opposition Leader Cole Simons] On the eve of the 2021 National Heroes Day celebration, it is not a difficult task to identify and celebrate Bermuda’s heroes. As we all made our way through the past twelve months of the coronavirus, there have been countless examples of Bermuda’s heroes who should all be thanked,... Read more of this article
National Heroes Day Garbage Collection Advisory
The Ministry of Public Works is advising of changes to the garbage collection schedule due to the National Heroes’ Day holiday. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works is advising that due to the National Heroes’ Day holiday on Monday June 21, garbage will not be collected on that day. “Instead, the public should... Read more of this article
National Heroes Day Tribute Concert On Saturday
The Department of Culture will host the Bermuda National Heroes Tribute Concert on Saturday [June 19] at Victoria Park. A Government spokesperson said, “Bermuda will observe National Heroes Day on June 21, 2021. And to commemorate the day, the Department of Culture will host the Bermuda National Heroes Tribute Concert on Saturday 19th, 5.00 pm... Read more of this article
MarketPlace National Heroes Day Holiday Hours
The MarketPlace has provided information about shopping hours for its various locations during the National Heroes Day holiday, including their Shelly Bay, Heron Bay, and Modern Mart stores, as well as their Pricerite Warwick location.Related StoriesBSX Closed For National Heroes Day Holiday BSX Closed For National Heroes Day Holiday RUBiS National... Read more of this article
Videos: Celebrating Bermuda’s National Heroes
Bermuda is celebrating National Heroes Day today [June 15], honouring the island’s National Heroes, including Dame Lois Browne-Evans, Dr. E.F. Gordon, Dr. Pauulu Kamarakafego, Sir Henry Tucker, Mary Prince, Gladys Morrell, Sir E.T. Richards, and Sir John Swan. To help mark the occasion, the Department of Community and Cultural Affairs has shared... Read more of this article
