Archive for March, 2021
Clarien: 20% Capacity, Hour For ‘At Risk’ Clients
In light of an increase in Covid-19 cases, Clarien said that effective Monday [March 29], access will be limited to 20% capacity, temperature checks will be performed before clients enter, and to help minimise potential virus exposure to the most vulnerable population, they will dedicate the hour of 9am – 10am to serve ‘at risk’ clients. A... Read more of this article
Butterfield Bank Hours Changed To 9am – 2pm
The Bank of Butterfield announced that beginning Monday [March 29], Butterfield Banking Centres will operate on reduced hours and their corporate offices will be temporarily closed until further notice. A spokesperson said, “Butterfield’s Banking Centres in Hamilton [Reid Street], Somerset and St. George’s will all remain open with reduced... Read more of this article
MarketPlace Stores Reduced To 20% Capacity
The MarketPlace stores, Dollar Depot, PriceRite, and Sears will be reduced to 20% capacity and the company has urged people to keep at least 6 feet apart while shopping, sanitise hands upon entry, wear a face mask, and use card payments where possible. This follows after new regulations took effect today [March 28], with the relevant portion stating,... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Pan-Some At Creatives Live
The latest Creatives Live event — a musical midday concert series is aimed at showcasing and supporting Bermuda’s artists – was held on Friday afternoon [March 27] on the steps of City Hall, featuring Pan-Some. Related Stories May 20: Heritage Month Edition Of Creatives Live Creatives Live To Feature Cindy Smith On Friday Creatives Live... Read more of this article
City Hall & Galleries Closed To The Public
The administration offices at City Hall, the City Works Depot, and the two art galleries in City Hall will be closed to the public, however “essential City services such as refuse collection and sewage treatment will not be interrupted.” A spokesperson said, “In light of the recent rise in cases of Covid-19 and the Government’s directive... Read more of this article
Document: Amendment For New Regulations
The amendment which relates to the new regulations has been posted online, with the Public Health [Covid-19 Emergency Powers] Amendment [No. 6] Regulations 2021 having an operative date of today [March 28]. The regulations include closure of indoor gyms, cinemas, and museums; retail stores being restricted to 20% of occupancy, indoor dining being prohibited... Read more of this article
Attride-Stirling And Adelphi Earn Multiple Wins
Luke Attride-Stirling and his Adelphi University Men’s Tennis teammates bounced back from their opening day loss, picking up a 7 – 0 win over Saint Michael’s College on the road. Attride-Stirling and Andrew Ray defeated Luke Ramsay and Jack Gunning 6-0 in the Number Three Doubles position. Attride-Stirling then took to the court in the... Read more of this article
Barnes Finishes Second In SKUSA Winter Series
Scott Barnes began competing in the SKUSA Winter Series in the Shifter Masters Class of the Superkarts USA. In the qualifier, Barnes finished 3rd with his fastest of the four laps being 1:02275, which came on his third lap. In the pre-final, Barnes clocked a 10 lap time of 10:09.578, finishing second behind Jordon Musser who was clocked at 10:05.539. In... Read more of this article
Lopes, Minors & Rego Compete In Florida
The island had three equestrians in action at the 2021 World Equestrian Federation’s Rolex CSI 5* / 2* Horse Jumping event in Wellington, Florida, with Nicholas Lopes, Ki-Juan Minors, and Cody Rego all competing. Lopes and Casino 71 picked up the win in the Hamel Foundation 3’3″ NHS Medal Section B Class with a score of 86. Minors and... Read more of this article
Video: Sunday March 28th ‘Good News’ Spotlight
News that Future Leaders partnered with HSCM Bermuda, Amelia Oatley and Lauren Pereira were called to the Bermuda Bar, and Kraft Cares raised $5,100 for the Coalition for the Protection of Children were all some of the positive news stories from the past week. In additional good news, Pembroke Rotary Club donated laptops for foster children, the... Read more of this article
AM Best Upgrades Athene Issuer Credit Ratings
AM Best has upgraded the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating to “bbb+” from “bbb”, the existing Long-Term Issue Credit Ratings and the indicative Long-Term IRs of Athene Holding Ltd. Concurrently, AM Best has upgraded the Long-Term ICRs to “a+” from “a” and affirmed the Financial Strength Rating [FSR] of A [Excellent] of its insurance subsidiaries.... Read more of this article
New Regulations In Effect At 6am On Sunday
A number of new regulations will take effect at 6am on Sunday, March 28th, including the closure of indoor gyms, cinemas, and museums; retail stores being restricted to 20% of occupancy, and indoor dining being prohibited except for hotels who are restricted to hotel guests only. In addition, churches, except for funerals, will be closed to congregants,... Read more of this article
