Archive for May, 2020
7 Hours Of Video: A Look Back At Bermuda Day
With the typical Bermuda Day events and celebrations on hold due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, people across the island are finding new ways to celebrate the holiday while following the physical distancing regulations. With many of us remaining at home today, watch the video below to take a look back at Bermuda Day celebrations in years past. Via... Read more of this article
Photos: Student Art Celebrates Bermuda
Led by art teacher and children’s book illustrator Patricia Lambert, students at Northlands Primary School recently created artwork via remote learning in order to celebrate Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “While citizens near and far stand in lines awaiting service, students at Northlands Primary School explore their roots and create works... Read more of this article
‘Be Closely Scrutinizing Our Work Permit Policy’
“We will now be closely scrutinizing our work permit policy as there are a significant number of Bermudians who are unemployed,” Minister of National Security Wayne Caines said, adding that “in this current climate, work permit approvals are not guaranteed.” Speaking at last night’s [May 28] press briefing, Minister Caines... Read more of this article
Can Apply For Pension Funds Starting June 1st
Starting on Monday, June 1st, persons will be able to make application for their funds, Minister of Finance Curtis Dickinson said in reference to the new legislation which will allow people to withdraw up to $12,000 of their pension. Speaking at last night’s [May 28] press briefing, Minister Dickinson said, “The public would be aware that the Government... Read more of this article
Video: May 29th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Happy Bermuda Day, Bermuda College graduation, two men arrested following armed robbery, 140 total confirmed Covid-19 cases in Bermuda thus far, David Bascome named Baltimore Blast Head Coach, man pleads guilty to breaking curfew, and Trump administration appoint Lee Rizzuto to Bermuda are some of the stories in this morning’s [May 29] Bernews Newsflash. The... Read more of this article
Minister: $32M Paid In Unemployment Benefit
The Government has paid the unemployment benefit to over 9,000 people for a total cost of approximately $32 million, and over 2,600 individuals who were previously receiving benefits have now returned to work. Speaking at last night’s [May 28] press briefing, Minister Dickinson said, “This week, I authorized unemployment benefit payments... Read more of this article
Departures Added To Temporary Bus Schedule
Six additional departures have been added to the temporary COVID-19 Bus Schedule. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Public Transportation advises that the following departures have been added to the temporary COVID-19 Bus Schedule, available at www.gov.bm/bus. Time Route From To 6:15am 10 St. George Central Terminal 6:45am 1 Grotto... Read more of this article
Premier David Burt’s Bermuda Day Message
[Bermuda Day message from Premier David Burt] Hello Bermuda. 2020 continues to be a different and challenging year. Usually by now, spots to watch the runners and the parade have been selected and are being jealously guarded. Food is being cooked and outfits are being laid out in anticipation of the official start of the summer. 2020 is different. As... Read more of this article
BBA Holding ’9 Parish Hill Climb Challenge’
The Bermuda Bicycle Association [BBA] has launched the ’9 Parish Hill Climb Challenge,’ a hill climb series that includes one climb in each of the nine parishes. The event includes both a male and female category for each age group, including Under 15, Under 19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, and 50+. The challenge locations are: Sandys – Scotts... Read more of this article
Monument Re Acquires GreyCastle Holdings
Monument Re announced that it has completed the acquisition of GreyCastle Holdings Ltd. [GreyCastle] and its subsidiaries, which include GreyCastle Life Reinsurance [SAC] Ltd. and GreyCastle Services Ltd., following receipt of regulatory approval from the Bermuda Monetary Authority. Related Stories Badlands Security Acquires Cosmic Fischer Fortitude... Read more of this article
Governor John Rankin Bermuda Day Message
[Bermuda Day message from Governor John Rankin] Bermuda Day cannot be celebrated in the usual way this year, no half-marathon and no parade around the streets of Hamilton. But I know that the holiday will still be marked in homes by families across the island and I take this opportunity to send my best wishes to everyone as we enjoy the start of summer... Read more of this article
Unique Cocktail Celebrates Bermuda Day
John Lake – Rosewood Bermuda’s bar manager – has created a ‘Jewel of the Atlantic’ cocktail for people across the island to make at home in celebration of Bermuda Day. A spokesperson said, “In celebration of one of the island’s most important holidays, Bermuda Day, Rosewood Bermuda bar manager John Lake has created... Read more of this article
