Archive for March, 2021

ICO Decision On Department Of Immigration

Information Commissioner Gitanjali Gutierrez issued Decision 03/2021 in regards to the Department of Immigration. A spokesperson said, “On 19 March 2021, Information Commissioner Gitanjali Gutierrez issued Decision 03/2021, Department of Immigration. The Information Commissioner found the Department did not respond to the Applicant’s request for... Read more of this article

DeRosa Competes At Al Schmidt Bulldog Relays

Tiara DeRosa represented Mississippi Valley State University at the Al Schmidt Bulldog Relays. DeRosa competed in the Women’s Shot Put finishing 8th with a top toss of 12.35m. She recorded one legal throw which came on her third attempt. During the Women’s Discus Throw, DeRosa finished 3rd with a top toss of 45.77m. DeRosa began with a foul, before... Read more of this article

Video: March 31st Bernews Morning Newsflash

22-year-old injured in shooting in St George’s, Jahmico Trott found guilty of attempted murder, BFRS extinguish structural fire in Devonshire, 21 new confirmed Covid-19 cases in Bermuda and now 417 active, 35% of population receive 1 dose of the vaccine,, Government confirm Covid cases in Corrections Department, update on Hospital’s Covid-19... Read more of this article

Wallpaper Wednesday: Bermudiana Easter

In the sixth of a new weekly series, Bernews’ latest ‘Wallpaper Wednesday’ offering is a cheerful Easter egg themed phone lock screen design which incorporates the Bermudiana, Bermuda’s national flower. The design below is also available here as a Facebook and Twitter profile cover image, and you can check back on Bernews every Wednesday... Read more of this article

Top 10 Most Viewed Videos For March 2021

CLIA Call For Resumption Of Cruise Operations

The Cruise Lines International Association — which represents most major cruise lines — called on the U.S. CDC to “allow for the planning of a phased resumption of cruise operations from U.S. ports by the beginning of July.” The CLIA website said, “CLIA, which represents 95% of global ocean-going cruise capacity, today called... Read more of this article

Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: March 30 2021

March 30 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,604.04, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 58 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Nov 6 2026 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Nov 5 2026 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report:... Read more of this article

Police: ‘Will Ensure The Expeditious Process’

The police revised the process for the handling of files related to Covid regulation breaches to “ensure the expeditious process of these matters,” and said a ”number of persons will appear in court starting next week.” Assistant Commissioner of Police Martin Weekes said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] has recently undertaken... Read more of this article

Bermuda Football Team Defeat Aruba 5 – 0

[Bermuda wins 5-0] The Bermuda football team will be playing against Aruba this evening [March 30] as part of the World Cup Qualifiers in Florida. Bermuda’s starting line-up, as posted by the BFA, includes Dale Eve, Eusebio Blankendal, Dante Leverock, Jaylon Bather, Calon Minors, Roger Lee, Lejuan Simmons, Kane Crichlow, Keishon Bean, Tokia Russell... Read more of this article

Jahmico Trott Found Guilty Of Attempted Murder

A Supreme Court jury has found Jahmico Trott guilty of attempted murder, using a firearm and intimidating a witness. Police Detective Superintendent Nicholas Pedro said, “The Bermuda Police Service welcomes the guilty verdict delivered today in the matter of the attempted murder. “Today, a Supreme Court jury found the defendant Jahmico Trott... Read more of this article

35% Of Population Had 1 Dose, 24% Had 2

As of March 27th, there have been a total of 37,788 vaccinations given, so 35% of the population has received 1 dose, while 24% of the population has received two doses. During tonight’s press conference, the Government also provided the latest vaccination statistics, with Health Minister Kim Wilson saying, “We have now completed the eleventh... Read more of this article

Positive Case At Auditor General’s Office

The Office of the Auditor General confirmed that they were notified of a positive case amongst their staff, and said their Office will continue to remain closed to walk-ins and a deep clean is scheduled. A spokesperson said, “The Office of the Auditor General, can confirm that they were today notified ‘of a positive case’ amongst their staff. ... Read more of this article