Archive for April, 2020
Family Centre Encourages Emotional Well-Being
Family Centre has provided an update on actions it is taking to support vulnerable families and children during the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, with a focus on emotional well-being via its ‘FC 5C Challenge.’ A spokesperson said, “As the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic take its toll on family life and the well-being of children, it is... Read more of this article
LOM Financial Limited Releases 2019 Results
In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX], LOM Financial Limited announced the 2019 results. The full filing stated: LOM Financial Limited today announced the financial results to fiscal year end 31 December 2019. In a letter to shareholders, the Company’s CEO stated: To our Shareholders: This letter comes to you in extraordinary times. The... Read more of this article
MarketPlace Offers Gift Card For Creative Masks
The MarketPlace is offering a $50 gift card for the most creative face mask designs, with participants invited to share photos of their unique masks for a chance to win. In a post on Facebook, the MarketPlace posted the photos below, saying, “Your most creative face mask design can enter you into a draw to win a $50 gift card. While we are encouraging... Read more of this article
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: April 28 2020
April 28 saw 16,500 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $105,375.00 BD. 1,500 shares were traded by Ascendant Group Limited, closing at an even $30.25 per share, while the other 15,000 shares were traded by One Communications Ltd, closing even at $4.00 per share. The BSX finished at 1,542.73, even on the day. There were 0 advances,... Read more of this article
Police: Robert Douglas’ Body Found At Beach
[Updated] A body was found on Elbow Beach in Paget this morning [April 28], the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “At around 9:20am this morning, a member of the public contacted police to report the discovery of what appeared to be a lifeless body on Elbow Beach in Paget. Officers attended the scene and an investigation is now... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: April 28 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 Wednesday April 29
Wednesday, April 29 is expected to see intervals of clouds and sunshine, with the high to be near 20°C/68°F and the low to be near 16°C/61°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NNW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 61%. Sunrise will be at 6.33am and sunset will be at 7.59pm. High tide will be at 1.14am... Read more of this article
Video: Local Musicians Urge Us To Stay Inside
The Bermuda Government released a video featuring some of the island’s best known musicians urging us to stay inside. The video features Shine Hayward, Joy Barnum, Tricray Astwood, Adrian Jones, Olivia Hamilton, and Robert Edwards. As the island and world deals with the Covid-19 pandemic, we are doing our best to provide timely and accurate... Read more of this article
Official Govt & Legal Notices For April 28 2020
The official Government and Legal notices for today [April 28] include list of proposed planning applications. List Of Proposed Planning Applications Advertised On April 28, 2020 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Notification of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID: GN0387/2020 Public Authorities / Department: Planning Publication... Read more of this article
Make Some Noise To Thank Workers On May 1
Fairmont Southampton is once again asking people across the island to honk their horns or play loud music for five minutes on Friday [May 1] at 5.00pm to “honour essential workers in Bermuda for the extraordinary work that they are doing” during the Covid-19 pandemic. A spokesperson said, “We have initiated a groundswell movement to honour essential... Read more of this article
Police Confirm Death Of Carlton Lowe
[Updated] The police continue to seek the public’s assistance in locating 71-year-old Carlton Lowe. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 71-year-old Mr. Carlton Lowe. “Mr. Lowe was last seen at around 3.30pm on Saturday 25th April at his Riviera Crescent, Southampton residence. “He... Read more of this article
Premier: ‘Will Emerge Into A Different Bermuda’
“We will not return to life as we knew it before COVID-19 for the foreseeable future,” Premier David Burt said, adding that “we must maintain social distancing and balance that with the opening of our economy and our community.” Speaking at last night’s [April 27] press briefing, Premier Burt said, “The Cabinet will meet... Read more of this article
