Archive for April, 2020
BNG Youth Arts Council: Free Digital Program
The Bermuda National Gallery [BNG] Youth Arts Council recently launched a free digital program aimed at providing “opportunities for creative and independent thinking through an exchange of ideas and art education.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda National Gallery Youth Arts Council, aimed at students aged 14-17, produces art activities... Read more of this article
Governor Visits New Covid-19 Testing Centre
[Updated with video] Yesterday, Governor John Rankin and Deputy Governor Alison Crocket visited the newly launched testing centre for essential workers at Southside, St David’s. While there they observed the process – while maintaining social distancing – and thanked all of the staff for their critical work. Governor Rankin said, “I visited... Read more of this article
RA’s Preliminary Report On Electricity Sector
The Regulatory Authority [RA] has published its preliminary report on the electricity sector after “conducting a comprehensive review to identify ways to improve the efficiency of the regulatory framework that governs the sector.” A spokesperson said, “The Regulatory Authority has published its preliminary report on the electricity... Read more of this article
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: April 27 2020
April 27 saw 1,500 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $45,375.00 BD. 1,500 shares were traded by Ascendant Group Limited, closing even at $30.25 per share. The BSX finished at 1,542.73, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 60 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda... Read more of this article
Video: 110 Total Cases, 44 Recovered, 6 Deaths
The Government is holding a press conference this evening [April 27] to update the public on Covid-19. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below, and you can follow our live updates here. Update: 7.43pm: Minister of Health Kim Wilson’s full statement follows below: Good Afternoon, Today there were 388 test... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: April 27 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 Tuesday April 28
Tuesday, April 28 is expected to be partly cloudy and windy, with the high to be near 21°C/69°F and the low to be near 17°C/63°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WNW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 67%. Sunrise will be at 6.34am and sunset will be at 7.58pm. High tide will be at 12.22am and 12.38pm,... Read more of this article
Official Govt & Legal Notices For April 27 2020
The official Government and Legal notices for today [April 27] include acquisition of land. Land Acquisition Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Land – Acquisition of Land Notice ID: GN0386/2020 Public Authorities / Department: Immigration Publication date: 27 April 2020 Notice is hereby given that Jerome Halgan, a French citizen,... Read more of this article
Hamilton Princess Drive-Thru Meal Program
Hamilton Princess & Beach Club is hosting a special drive-thru meal program for frontline hospital workers, first responders, and the Bermuda Regiment until May 2. A spokesperson said, “The skeleton crew at Hamilton Princess & Beach Club are hosting a special drive-thru meal program for frontline hospital workers, first responders, and the... Read more of this article
Women In Reinsurance To Host Panel Discussion
Women in Reinsurance [WiRe] will be hosting a panel discussion webinar on Wednesday [April 29] at 4.00pm, exploring how the island’s re/insurance sector is faring during the Covid-19 pandemic. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda’s Women in Reinsurance group is hosting a panel discussion via webinar on how the island’s re/insurance sector is doing... Read more of this article
Online Condolence Book For Stanley Lowe
To honour the memory of Mr. Stanley Lowe, who passed away on Sunday [April 26], the Government of Bermuda is inviting the public to sign an online condolence ‘book’ which will be presented to his family. A Government spokesperson said, “The online memories and condolences page can be found here. “Mr. Stanley Lowe, OBE, JP, served as a Member... Read more of this article
Police: A ‘Number Of Loud Music Complaints’
“The BPS has received a number of loud music complaints over the weekend and I feel it’s worth reminding the public that the Summary Offences Act prohibits the unreasonable operation of loud speakers for either music or the spoken voice if the sound can be heard more than 100 feet from its source,” Assistant Commissioner of Police Martin... Read more of this article
