Archive for May, 2021
BPS Confirm Death Of 16-Yr-Old Amber Bridges
The police have now confirmed the death of 16-year-old Amber Bridges, who passed away following a road collision yesterday. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the death of 16-year-old Amber Bridges, Bermuda’s fifth road fatality for 2021. Our thoughts and prayers remain with Amber’s family and friends... Read more of this article
Social Justice Bermuda One Year Anniversary
The Social Justice Bermuda group marks their one year anniversary today [May 31] and said they will “continue to be a voice and an ear.” A spokesperson said, “Last year, on May 31, a group of Bermudians organised a Zoom meeting to discuss the growing Black Lives Matter uprising, occurring as a direct response to the murder of George Floyd... Read more of this article
Official Govt & Legal Notices For May 31 2021
The official Government and Legal notices for today [May 31] include acting appointments. Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0446/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Cabinet Headquarters Publication Date: 31 May 2021 David Simmons, Harbour Master, Department of Marine and Ports Services has been appointed... Read more of this article
3 New Cases, 20 Active, 1 In Hospital, 0 In ICU
The Ministry received 5816 test results — from tests done on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday — and three were positive, and there are now 20 active cases, with one person in the hospital. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health received 5816 test results since the last update, and three were positive for Covid-19.... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: May 31 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
Passport Processing Delays Of Up To 11 Weeks
People attempting to renew their Bermuda passports, acquire initial passports, or have their lost or stolen passports replaced “can expect delays up to 11 weeks,” the Government said today. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Immigration wishes to advise the public that the UK Government has confirmed that individuals... Read more of this article
Weather Forecast For Tuesday June 1
Tuesday, June 1 is expected to see a mix of sun and cloud; 1 or 2 early showers likely, with the high to be near 26°C/79°F and the low to be near 23°C/73°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be ESE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 79%. Sunrise will be at 6.13am and sunset will be at 8.21pm. High tide will... Read more of this article
Ministry: 77 Bus Runs Cancelled On Monday
[Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [May 31] with the list indicating that there are eighteen bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.10pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 18 runs cancelled this morning, 59 cancelled this afternoon, for a total of 77... Read more of this article
Video: BNV With Riley, Dismont, Simmons
Cordell Riley, Martha Dismont, and Craig Simmons are joining Bernews this afternoon [May 31] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series. All three served on the Wage Commission, which recently provided a report on the ‘Recommendations for A Minimum Wage in Bermuda.’ Minister of Labour Jason Hayward previously noted that... Read more of this article
Civil Aviation Authority Appoint Kyle James
The Bermuda Civil Aviation Authority [BCAA] has expanded its team with the addition of Kyle James as Business Development Manager. A spokesperson said, “Kyle will be responsible for planning and executing business initiatives to help grow the number of aircraft placed on the Bermuda Aircraft Registry in new and existing global markets. “Kyle... Read more of this article
$70 Lunch & Play Package At Ocean View
In recognition of the 70th anniversary of the relationship between the Devonshire Golf Links and Ocean View Golf Club, a special ‘Lunch & Play’ package is being offered. A spokesperson said, “As the Bermuda Government recognize the anniversary of the 70 year relationship which brought the Devonshire Golf Links into the hands of... Read more of this article
Court Circular: “Transition To Full Services”
As the phased reopening of the island continues, the Supreme Court of Bermuda will “continue its transition to re-opening to providing full services.” This is according to an official circular, dated May 27th, which says, “Given the phased re-opening by the Bermuda Government since the lifting of the ‘Stay at Home Order’ the Court will continue... Read more of this article
