Archive for February, 2021

Photos: ‘Pelican Of London’ Ship Visits Bermuda

The Pelican of London tall ship is visiting the island, with the sail training trip having an aim to provide young people with “vital skills such as communication, team work, lateral thinking and building self-confidence.” According to their website, “Originally named ‘le Pelican’ the ship was built in France in 1948 to work as a fishing trawler... Read more of this article

New Regiment Soldiers Complete Recruit Camp

Bermuda’s newest soldiers finished Recruit Camp at the weekend ready to start the next phase of their careers in the military. Almost 50 recruits completed two weeks of training on Friday and will begin to build on the basics from next week. Private Naphtali Smith, 18, from Pembroke, said: “I’m happy that it’s over – but I’m looking forward... Read more of this article

Weather Forecast For Monday March 1

Monday, March 1 is expected to be partly cloudy, with the high to be near 22°C/72°F and the low to be near 19°C/67°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 90%. Sunrise will be at 6:47am and sunset will be at 6:16pm. High tide will be at 9:52am and 10:17pm, while low... Read more of this article

Thieves Steal From Living Centre For Families

[Updated] A local charity is asking the public to look out for anyone trying to sell industrial washers, a dryer and nine ceiling fans, after thieves stole the items from the Transformational Living Centre [TLC] for Families on Parson’s Road. Habitat for Humanity and the Women’s Resource Centre said they are “most saddened to have discovered... Read more of this article

Finance Minister: Estimated Savings Of $20M

“In fiscal year 2021/22 I have determined to defund any vacant post unless the funding for it has been allocated in support of delivering a service or active recruitment for the post is underway” which “results in estimated savings to the public purse of approximately $20.0 million.” This was stated in the 2021/22 Bermuda Budget,... Read more of this article

Videos: City Of Hamilton Highlights Their Parks

The City Of Hamilton posted six videos offering scenic views of the various parks within the City, with the City urging all users of its parks to “respect the environmental integrity of our carefully-tended green areas, and to respect everyone else when visiting them, this enables each park to become a true oasis of peace and beauty in the heart... Read more of this article

ABIR Donates Over 100 Books To Local Schools

ABIR has donated more than 100 copies of Dr. Ibram X. Kendi’s book ‘How to be an Antiracist’ to 14 local public and private, middle and high schools, the Bermuda College and Bermuda public libraries. “The donation follows the ABIR-sponsored 2020 Dive-In Bermuda: How To Be An Anti-Racist: A Fireside Chat with AIG Bermuda’s Country... Read more of this article

Video: Michael Douglas Promotes Hope Song

Actor Michael Douglas posted a video to his more than 5 million Facebook and Instagram followers promoting a new song — which involves multiple Bermudians — called ‘Hope’ which is set to be released on March 1st. Mr Douglas posted the video below and said, “Hey guys! Have a little treat for you. My friend Tony Brannon... Read more of this article

Minister: Saliva Test Required For Contact Sports

“Contact sports bring a higher risk of COVID-19 transmission, therefore the Government requires adults wishing to participate in Stage 3 and 4 sports [contact sports training and competitive play] to undertake a saliva COVID-19 test and repeat every 28 – 30 days,” Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport Dr. Ernest Peets said. A Government spokesperson... Read more of this article

Kaelyn Fleming: Black History Month Essay

[Written by Berkeley Institute student Kaelyn Fleming, who received an honourable mention in the Conyers Black History Month Essay Competition] Dr. Claudette Fleming has been an advocate for seniors for 20 years. She started working at Age concern in July of 2006, working at a cubical as a lone employee. Now, she has a well-developed team of employees... Read more of this article

Lopes & Rego Compete In Wellington Florida

Cody Rego and Nicholas Lopes competed in the 2021 World Equestrian Federation’s #7 Lugano Diamonds CSI 5* Horse Jumping event in Wellington, Florida. Competing in the Platinum Perf. / USEF Show Jumping Talent Search 2* Class, Rego, and Jamaica finished 5th and also finished 5th overall in the WIHS Class. During the Washington International Horse Show... Read more of this article

Video: OBA Leader Initial Budget Response

The One Bermuda Alliance Leader Cole Simons provided an initial response to the 2021/22 Bermuda Budget, which was presented in the House of Assembly by Finance Minister Curtis Dickinson on Friday. Related Stories Budget Does Not Ask For 10% Pay Reduction Chamber Of Commerce Budget Response Full OBA Response To The 2021/22 Budget Parliament: Order... Read more of this article