Archive for April, 2021
BELCO On December 2020 Island Wide Outage
BELCO provided an update on the island wide power outage that occurred in December 2020, with the company saying they have “taken the necessary steps to prevent a similar future outage.” A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO or the Company] today provided an update on the December 18, 2020 outage report that... Read more of this article
BEU Extends Condolences To Bean Family
The Bermuda Entertainment Union [BEU] has extended its condolences to the family of Clarence ‘Tootsie’ Bean. A spokesperson said, “It is with profound sadness that we, the Executive Committee, Trustees, and Members of the BEU, extend our deepest condolences to our Bro. Shelton Bean and his entire siblings for the loss of their father,... Read more of this article
Sexual Assault & Child Abuse Awareness Month
In recognition of Child Abuse Awareness Month and Sexual Assault Awareness Month, the Women of the One Bermuda Alliance [WOBA] met this month to “discuss critical issues relating to families, women, and children as well as to identify ways to highlight and support the work of three essential charities in Bermuda.” Nicky Gurret, Chair of... Read more of this article
Green Family Donate Additional $50,000
The Green family have made a second donation to the Bermuda Hospitals Board’s Covid-19 Vaccination Clinic Fund and are “making an urgent call for residents to get vaccinated.” A spokesperson said, “The Green family have made a second donation to the Bermuda Hospitals Board’s Covid-19 Vaccination Clinic Fund and are making an urgent... Read more of this article
‘She Leads’ Programme Accepting Applications
Applications are now being accepted for the “She Leads: A Real World Readiness Programme” for young women who have just completed their penultimate year of high school at Cedarbridge Academy, The Berkeley Institute or BHS. A spokesperson said, “BHS and HSBC Bank Bermuda Limited [HSBC] are pleased to announce that they are now accepting submissions... Read more of this article
SailGP Celebrates Local Partnerships
Following the conclusion of the Bermuda Sail Grand Prix presented by Hamilton Princess, SailGP credited the “partnership of locally based businesses, and organizations for their unwavering support of its successful launch amidst a global pandemic.” A spokesperson said, “There was no shortage of support shown for the Bermuda Sail Grand... Read more of this article
Bahá’í Community Elects National Assembly
Serving the Bahá’í community for the coming year, Bermuda’s newly elected National Spiritual Assembly members are Georgia Symonds, Cheryl Peek-Ball, Bavand Etemadi, Oswald Hinds, Blythe Walker, Tanisha Edwards, Read Currelly, Anthony Ball, and Shyama Ezekiel-Fagundo. A spokesperson said, “In Bermuda, as in over 170 countries across the globe,... Read more of this article
Bank Of Butterfield 2021 First Quarter Earnings
The Bank of Butterfield announced financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2021. “Net income and core net income1 for the three months ended March 31, 2021 were $41.6 million, or $0.83 per diluted common share, compared to net income of $40.3 million, or $0.77 per diluted common share, for the three months ended March 31, 2020 and... Read more of this article
Daniel Augustus Finishes T8th In Moonlight Tour
Daniel Augustus was back in action again on the Moonlight Tour. The Bermudian golfer finished T8th after a 3-over par 75 at the Champions Gate International Golf Course. Following his round Augustus said, “I just a bad front 9 off the tee and on the greens, but I had a stronger back 9, so happy with the back. I didn’t read the greens well today... Read more of this article
Devonshire Parish Council Offering Scholarship
The Devonshire Parish Council is offering a scholarship with a maximum value of up to $5,000. A spokesperson said, “The Devonshire Parish Council is pleased to offer their Fall 2021 scholarship, with a maximum value of up to $5,000.00 for undergraduate and graduate studies. Students must be accepted or enrolled at an approved college, including... Read more of this article
Video: April 29th Bernews Morning Newsflash
12 new confirmed Covid-19 cases in Bermuda, 31 people in hospital with 7 in ICU, active cases continue to decline, President Joe Biden mentions Bermuda, Bermuda Half Marathon Race set to take place, S&P affirms Bermuda’s A+ ratings, scholarship deadline extended to April 30, landlords asked to assist as best they can and Green Family donate... Read more of this article
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: April 28 2021
April 28 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,606.65, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 59 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
