Archive for May, 2021
PrivCom To Host Educational Webinar On June 8
The Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Bermuda will be holding an educational webinar discussion entitled “Understanding ‘AdTech’ and how online advertising affects children” on Tuesday, June 8th. A spokesperson said, “On 8 June 2021, the Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Bermuda will hold an educational webinar... Read more of this article
Advisory: Bus Detours On Bermuda Day
On Friday, May 28th, there will be various bus service detours due to the Bermuda Day Half Marathon Races. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Public Transportation wishes to advise the public that bus service will begin at 10:30 am on Bermuda Day, Friday, May 28, 2021, on the holiday schedule. “Due to the Half Marathon Races,... Read more of this article
Bermuda Day Weekend City Trash Collection
The City of Hamilton provided information on the garbage collection schedule during the Bermuda Day Weekend. A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton wishes to advise City businesses and residents that the garbage collection will be scheduled on the following dates during the Bermuda Day Weekend: Thursday, May 27th – Last collection will take... Read more of this article
St. George’s Holiday Trash Collection Advisory
The Corporation of St. George advised that there will be no trash collection for residents or businesses on Friday [May 28]. A spokesperson said, “The Corporation of St. George [CSG] would like to inform the public, whose trash is collected by the CSG, that Bermuda Day trash collection for businesses and residents is as follows: “There will... Read more of this article
Senate: Audio Replay & Order Of Business
[Updated with live audio] The Senate is scheduled to be in session on Wednesday [May 26] and Bills due for their first reading include the Fire Safety Amendment Act 2021, the Public Service Superannuation Temporary Amendment Act 2021, and the Contributory Pensions Temporary Amendment Act 2021. Update: Live broadcast has concluded, and the audio of the... Read more of this article
Charman To Retire From Sompo International
Sompo International Holdings Ltd. announced that John Charman will retire from Sompo International at the end of his current contract in April 2022. A spokesperson said, “Sompo International Holdings Ltd., a Bermuda-based specialty provider of property and casualty insurance and reinsurance, announced today that after 8 years with the company and... Read more of this article
Focus Counselling Appoints Frith, Promotes Trott
Focus Counselling Services [FCS] has appointed Danielle Frith as Executive Director and promoted Karla Trott from Addictions Counsellor to Programs Manager. A spokesperson said, “Focus Counselling Services is excited to announce the appointment of Mrs. Danielle Frith to the post of Executive Director. FCS has been an essential service provider... Read more of this article
Govt Opens Summer Day Camp Registration
The registration for Government’s annual Summer Day Camp starts today [May 26], with the camp to cost $60 per week, and be available for children aged 4 – 14 years old. A Government spokesperson said, “Parents are reminded that registration for Government’s annual Summer Day Camp starts on May 26th at 9.30 a.m. “Interested... Read more of this article
Tree Planted In Honour Of Kenneth Richardson
To honour the late Kenneth Richardson – Bermuda’s first Black Secretary to the Cabinet — Premier David Burt and the Richardson family planted a Bermuda cedar tree on the grounds of the Cabinet Building. A Government spokesperson said, “To honour the late Kenneth A. Richardson CVO, CBE, JP, Bermuda’s first Black Secretary to the... Read more of this article
Bacardí Announces New Canned Cocktail Flavors
Bacardí, which is headquartered in Bermuda, announced that it is expanding its range of canned cocktails with three new flavors, including Bacardí Bahama Mama, Bacardí Mojito and Bacardí Sunset Punch. A spokesperson said, “Following on the successful launch of Bacardí Real Rum Canned Cocktails last year, Bacardí Rum is expanding its range... Read more of this article
Consulate Observe 9 Minute, 29 Seconds Silence
One year after George Floyd was murdered by former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin, the U.S. Consulate in Bermuda observed 9 minutes and 29 seconds of silence to “honor his life” and to “acknowledge how far we need to go for a more just and equal United States.” The U.S Consulate tweeted the photo below, saying: “For... Read more of this article
Premier Responds To St Regis Viral Video
During last night’s [May 25] press conference, Premier David Burt responded to a question about the video that went viral showing people gathered at the opening of the St. Regis Bermuda Resort this past Saturday. Extract From Last Night’s Press Conference You can find more information on the links below and also on our dedicated website... Read more of this article
