Archive for October, 2019

Weather Forecast For Thursday October 31

Thursday, October 31 is expected to be mostly cloudy skies early, then partly cloudy in the afternoon, with the high to be near 24°C/76°F and the low to be near 21°C/70°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be east. The relative humidity is expected to be near 62%. Sunrise will be at 7.35am and sunset will be at 6.29pm.... Read more of this article

Consumer Price Index: Inflation Increased 0.5%

Consumers paid 1.2% more in July 2019 than they did a year ago for the basket of goods and services included in the Consumer Price Index [CPI] and the level of inflation rose 0.5 percentage points from the 0.7% measured in June 2019. This is according to the latest Consumer Price Index, which said, “Between June 2019 and July 2019, the average cost... Read more of this article

Ministry: 9 Bus Runs Cancelled On Wednesday

[Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [Oct 30] with the list indicating that there are two bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.28pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 2 runs cancelled this morning, 7 cancelled this afternoon, for a total of 9 cancelled... Read more of this article

Profiles Of Bermudians Competing In PGA Tour

The Bermuda Championship PGA Tour organisers highlighted the five Bermudians in the field, including Daniel Augustus, Jarryd Dillas, Kenny Leseur, Michael Sims, and Dwayne Pearman, sharing some details surrounding their golfing experience, including the fact that Kenny Leseur — who is only 15-years-old — will be the fourth-youngest player... Read more of this article

Bermuda College Foundation Officially Launched

The Bermuda College Foundation was officially launched at a reception at Government House, with the Foundation aiming to “develop philanthropic partnerships throughout the community on behalf of the College.” A spokesperson said, “At a reception held last night at Government House hosted by His Excellency, The Governor of Bermuda,... Read more of this article

BMA Staff Donation Drive Benefits Lefroy House

Staff from the Bermuda Monetary Authority [BMA] recently participated in a donation drive campaign and Charitable Friday denim day to benefit Lefroy House, a government-owned, elder care community in Sandys. BMA staff donated various non-perishable household and personal care items to the campaign conducted in September and October. Mesheiah Crockwell,... Read more of this article

Chamber’s Lunch & Learn On ‘Unconscious Bias’

The Bermuda Chamber of Commerce will host a Lunch and Learn Information Session on ‘Unconscious Bias,’ which is open to members and non members, at the Chamber offices on Thursday, November 7 from 12:30pm-2:00pm. “The session will be presented by FranklinCovey principal partner Mrs. Martha Kirkland and leadership consultant Mr. Richard... Read more of this article

Four Men Arrested After Police Pursuit

Four men were apprehended following a police pursuit in the west end on Friday, which started when the police attempted to conduct a traffic stop on the vehicle in the parking area near Ice Queen. A police spokesperson said, “Around 12:30pm Friday, October 25th police officers on mobile patrol in a police vehicle along South Road in Paget observed... Read more of this article

RUBiS Stations Nov 4th & 11th Holiday Hours

RUBiS Energy Bermuda has provided information about their opening hours for their various locations during the upcoming November holidays; Monday, November 4 and Monday, November 11. Related Stories Govt Responds To Comments On NSC Contract Oil Insurance Upgraded By Standard & Poors Sol Launch Shell And Pennzoil Lubricants RUBiS Energy Flaring... Read more of this article

Bosom Buddies Donates $71,253 To PALS

PALS has received a donation totaling $71,253.00 from the Bosom Buddies, which was raised at their most recent ‘Girls Night In’ event. A spokesperson said, “PALS is honored to be the recipients of a $71,253.00 donation from the Bosom Buddies. This amount was raised at their most recent ‘Girls Night In’ event. The Bosom... Read more of this article

UK General Election Set For December 12

Political parties in the United Kingdom are preparing for a general election on December 12 following a vote by MPs yesterday [Oct 29]. A BBC story said, “The legislation approved by MPs on Tuesday will later begin its passage through the House of Lords, where it is not expected to be opposed. “Boris Johnson says he is ready to fight a “tough”... Read more of this article