Archive for April, 2020
Minister Foggo: Unemployment Benefit Update
Today [April 29] the Minister of Labour, Community Affairs and Sports Lovitta Foggo shared an update regarding the payments being made from the Unemployment Benefit Fund. Minister Foggo said, “Yesterday the Accountant General paid $2,004,870 to 2,106 eligible applicants – these are individuals who are receiving payment for the first time. “Today,... Read more of this article
Rosewood Provide Meals For Essential Workers
Rosewood Bermuda and local vendors joined forces today [April 29] to host a food drive in support of frontline and essential workers, providing meals for more than 200 people. A spokesperson said, “Rosewood Bermuda joined forces with local sponsors to host a food drive on Wednesday, April 29 to support the community and thank the frontline workers... Read more of this article
Bystanders Extinguish Kitchen Fire In Sandy’s
The Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service [BFRS] attended a reported kitchen fire in Sandy’s today [April 29] to find upon arriving on the scene that bystanders had managed to gain access to the building and extinguish the fire. A spokesperson said, “At 1.39pm this afternoon, a call was received of a kitchen fire in Sandy’s. “BFRS... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: April 29 ZBM Evening News
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 Stories 30 Minute Video: Dec 30... Read more of this article
Weather Forecast For Thursday April 30
Thursday, April 30 is expected to be partly cloudy skies, with the high to be near 21°C/70°F and the low to be near 18°C/64°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be ENE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 61%. Sunrise will be at 6.32am and sunset will be at 8.00pm. High tide will be at 2.18am and 2.48pm, while... Read more of this article
Public Consultation: SubCOL/ICOL Applications
The Regulatory Authority [RA] is inviting the public to review new SubCOL and ICOL applications and submit written comments during its public consultation. A spokesperson said, “The Regulatory Authority has received multiple qualified applications for new Integrated Communications Operating Licences [ICOLs] and a single application for a new type... Read more of this article
Official Govt & Legal Notices For April 29 2020
The official Government and Legal notices for today [April 29] include extension to commence emergency general determination public consultation, qualifying applications for new integrated communications operating and other communications operating licences, and list of proposed planning applications. Extension To Commence Emergency General Determination... Read more of this article
‘Phased Re-Opening Plan Will Be Announced’
[Updated] “There is no plan to fully reopen all government offices or schools on Monday,” Premier David Burt said, adding that “Cabinet approved a phased re-opening plan that will be announced.” Last night, Premier Burt tweeted, “I’ve just received a letter sent to employees of DPT. We will announce Bermuda’s... Read more of this article
Thermal Imaging Technology Now In Bermuda
New thermal imaging camera technology is now available in Bermuda. David Skinner, who worked with UK-based CTU Services to bring the cameras to the island, said, “These cameras have built-in face recognition technology and the ability to detect body temperature within a three-metre range. “The camera and sensor can either be fixed or mobile using... Read more of this article
KEMH Treats Injured Ship Crew Member
A crew member of the MS Regal Princess arrived on the island for urgent medical treatment, and “the sole crew member receiving treatment was tested and found negative for COVID-19, and all Bermuda medical personnel and individuals providing transport practiced stringent COVID-19 safety guidelines to ensure no possible spread of the virus.” A... Read more of this article
Reggie Lambe Released By Cambridge United
Cambridge United has announced the players that they’ll be retaining and releasing, with Bermuda’s Reggie Lambe on the list of players being released. Lambe remains officially under contract until the end of June. CEO Ian Mather said, “This is clearly a time of great uncertainty for football as well as every other part of society.... Read more of this article
Essential Workers Covid-19 Testing Schedule
The Ministry of National Security is advising the public of the new schedule for essential workers requiring Covid-19 testing. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of National Security is advising the public of the new swabbing schedule for essential workers requiring COVID-19 testing. “Effective now through Friday, May 1, essential workers... Read more of this article
