Archive for March, 2018
Traffic Advisory For Good Friday In St. David’s
The Ministry of Public Works is advising of road restrictions in the St. David’s area on Good Friday [March 30th]. “Traffic restrictions will be in place to accommodate the St David’s County Cricket Club Bicycle, Go Kart, and Motor Go Kart Races,” the Ministry said. “The races take place Friday afternoon [4.00 p.m.], and area residents... Read more of this article
Retail Sales Increase 1.0% In January 2018
After adjusting for the retail sales rate of inflation – measured at 2.0% in January – the overall volume of retail sales increased 1.0%, according to the recently released Retail Sales Index. “Three of the seven retail sectors recorded increases in sales volume with apparel stores recording the largest increase of 16.4%. The next largest... Read more of this article
New Scholarship For University Of St. Andrews
Premier David Burt and the Minister of Education & Workforce Development Diallo Rabain said they are “extremely pleased to announce the introduction of a new prestigious scholarship for attendance at the University of St. Andrews, Scotland.” “This scholarship was made possible by the generous donation of long-time Bermuda resident,... Read more of this article
Issues With St. George Flushing Water System
The Corporation of St. George [CSG] said their flushing water system is “experiencing issues” and is “currently out of service.” A spokesperson said, “The Corporation of St. George [CSG] would like to inform all residents and businesses that are attached to the CSG’s flushing water system that we are experiencing issues... Read more of this article
St. George’s Trash Collection Will Be Saturday
Due to the Good Friday Holiday, the Corporation of St. George will be collecting residential trash in the Town of St. George on Saturday [March 31]. A spokesperson said, “Due to the Good Friday Holiday tailing on a scheduled residential trash collection day, the Corporation of St. George [CSG] will be collecting residential trash in the Town of St.... Read more of this article
Post Office Consultation Deadline Is Today
The Ministry for the Cabinet Office with responsibility for Government Reform is reminding the public that the deadline for consultation regarding the Bermuda Post Office [BPO] services is today [March 28]. “The BPO is currently in the process of reviewing its products and services with the view of potentially adding new services. The public is... Read more of this article
Bermuda Easter Lilies To Be Sent To The Queen
Acting Governor Ginny Ferson participated in the annual picking of Easter Lilies for Her Majesty The Queen. This year’s Easter Lilies were grown by Carlos Amaral of Amaral Farms, who is pictured below with the Acting Governor. Government House said that Her Majesty’s Easter Lilies travelled on Tuesday evening’s British Airways flight to London... Read more of this article
First Church Of God April ‘Food Box’ Menu
The First Church of God is continuing their aim of helping to provide food at affordable prices, with new ‘food box’ menus provided each month, with the Church releasing the April menus. Their are eight box options, ranging from $40 to $69, and the deadline for orders is Monday, April 9th at 7:30pm, with the distribution date set for Monday, April... Read more of this article
Bermuda’s Carifta Swimming Team Announced
A squad of 15 swimmers will represent Bermuda at the upcoming 2018 Carifta Swimming Championships. Girls: 11 and 12 Jaedyn Judd Josephine Duerden Giada Dudley-Pun Elan Daley Girls: 13 and 14 Logan Watson Brown Taylor White Gaby Pittman Girls: 15 to 17 Madelyn Moore Skyler Powell Boys: 11 and 12 Elijah Daley Boys: 13 and 14 Brian Desmond Sam... Read more of this article
Video: March 28th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Government “in discussions” with the developers at Morgan’s Point as they seek financing options to continue work, art show at Casemates, Jobs Fair secured jobs for 32 people, students take part in ROV Challenge, ABIR appoint Suzanne Williams, BLDC begin RFQ process for energy facility & cargo port, Police looking into traffic... Read more of this article
BNG To Host Art Activities During Mid-Term Break
The Bermuda National Gallery [BNG] is hosting a number of art activities for families and children in the community during the school mid-term break. A spokesperson said, “BNG values family time through creative expressions and art-making. The 7-Days of Art Activities will be from April 2 – 8, 2018.” Monday, April 2: Art Talk @BNG.... Read more of this article
Share Transaction At Somers Limited
In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX], Somers Limited a financial services investment holding company, announced that Permanent Investments Limited sold its entire holding of Somers shares to Permanent Mutual Limited. The full filing stated: “Somers Limited, a financial services investment holding company, announces that it has been notified... Read more of this article
