Archive for December, 2020
BHB: One More Patient & Staff Member Positive
There was one more patient and one staff member who tested positive for Covid-19 in addition to the two patients who tested positive last week, the hospital has confirmed. Mike Richmond, CEO & President, comments: “Following the completion of testing all staff and patients on the long term care unit, there was one more patient and one staff member... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: Dec 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... Read more of this article
Short, Distanced Performances On New Year
Bermuda’s Gombey troupes have “worked with Government to agree on a plan to provide their traditional performances in a non-traditional way on New Year’s Day,” and will “offer short, physically-distanced pop-up performances in various small neighbourhoods.” A Government spokesperson said, “Bermuda’s Gombey troupes... Read more of this article
Covid: 2805 Tests Received, 14 New Positives
There were 2805 test results received and 14 were positive for Covid-19 — six imported, five local transmission with known contact/source and the rest under investigation — so Bermuda now has 595 total confirmed positive cases to date, with 164 active cases. A spokesperson said, “There were 2805 test results received by the Ministry... Read more of this article
$5K Reward Offered For Information On Firearms
In the wake of the recent shooting, Crime Stoppers Bermuda wants to remind the public that they offer a reward of up to $5,000 for information that leads to the recovery of a firearm. A poster highlighting the reward says, “Do you have information on gun crime? We want your information. Not your name. If your information leads to the recovery of... Read more of this article
Official Govt & Legal Notices For Dec 29 2020
The official Government and Legal notices for today [Dec 29] include cancellation of registration. Cancellation Of Registration:- TOP Reinsurance Co., Ltd. Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Cancellation Of Registration Notice ID: GN1189/2020 Public Authorities / Department: Bermuda Monetary Authority Publication Date: 29 December 2020 Order Insurance... Read more of this article
BPS Reminds Public Of Curfew, Speed Limits
The Bermuda Police Service is reminding the public of the 11.00pm curfew, with officers to be on the roads enforcing both the curfew and speed limits. Assistant Commissioner of Police Martin Weekes said, “The public are reminded of the need to plan ahead to give themselves adequate time be home in time for the 11.00pm curfew. “Please note... Read more of this article
Weather Forecast For Wednesday December 30
Wednesday, December 30 is expected to see sunny breaks, with a few early showers likely, then followed by a brighter afternoon, with the high to be near 18°C/65°F and the low to be near 15°C/59°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NNE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 63%. Sunrise will be at 7.20am and... Read more of this article
AXA Donates Over $1M To Bermuda Charities
Throughout this year, AXA XL has been an excellent ‘corporate citizen,’ donating more than $1 million to local charities to assist the community in dealing with the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. “The funds distributed throughout this year include $50,000 toward the purchase of ventilators and other required equipment for the King... Read more of this article
Minister Ming On Last Night’s Shooting Incident
Following last night’s shooting, Minister of National Security Renee Ming urged anyone with any information about the incident to please share it with the police. Minister Ming said, “Regrettably our holiday was marred by a firearms incident. Thankfully the injuries weren’t life threatening. However it is still extremely concerning that... Read more of this article
FC Bascome Withdraws From USL 2021 Season
The United Soccer League [USL] and FC Bascome Bermuda announced today that the club has chosen to withdraw from the 2021 USL League Two season. “Together, both the league and club have determined that due to international travel considerations it would be difficult for the club to accommodate a return to play in Bermuda during the 2021 season,... Read more of this article
Video: Police Press Conference On Shooting
The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is holding a press conference this afternoon [Dec 29] to address last night’s shooting in the Elliot and Court Street area which resulted in a 26-year-old man being injured. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Apologies the audio is low and all the traffic in the... Read more of this article
