Archive for September, 2021
Ten More Coronavirus Related Deaths Confirmed
The Government has confirmed the sad news that there have been ten more coronavirus-related deaths, taking the overall death toll up to 72. Minister of Health Kim Wilson said, “I am sad to report today that Bermuda has experienced ten more coronavirus-related deaths. I extend heartfelt condolences to the families and friends who recently lost... Read more of this article
99 New, 1453 Active, 61 In Hospital, 11 In ICU
The Ministry received 3721 test results — spanning two days — and 99 were positive, so there are now 1453 active cases of which 61 people are in hospital, with 11 in ICU, and sadly the Ministry confirmed ten more deaths. “I am sad to report today that Bermuda has experienced ten more coronavirus-related deaths,” said Minister of Health,... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: Sept 29 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
Official Govt & Legal Notices For Sept 29 2021
The official Government and Legal notices for today [Sept 29] include acting appointments. Acting Appointment: Director, Department Of Libraries And Archives Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0943/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Cabinet Headquarters Publication Date: 29 September 2021 Patrice A.... Read more of this article
Govt: Bus & Ferry Service Resumed Operation
[Updated] The Ministry of Transport confirmed that “ferry service has resumed operation on a regular schedule” and said they “will provide an update later today on when the bus service will resume.” The ferry service had been suspended since September 21, and the bus service has been suspended since September 17. A Government... Read more of this article
Panel On Recovery From Substance Abuse
The Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] will be holding a free virtual panel by the Turning Point Substance Abuse Programme tomorrow [Sept 30] on the subject of recovery from substance abuse. A spokesperson said, “BHB announces a free virtual panel being offered to the community as part of Recovery Month by the Turning Point Substance Abuse Programme.... Read more of this article
Weather Forecast For Thursday September 30
Thursday, September 30 is expected to see a mix of sun and cloud, chance of early showers, with the high to be near 28°C/82°F and the low to be near 23°C/73°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be light and variable. The relative humidity is expected to be near 71%. Sunrise will be at 7.12am and sunset will be at 7.05pm.... Read more of this article
Dr Reg Grundy Youth Photography Competition
The National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] and Joy Grundy are inviting students to participate in the Dr. Reg Grundy Annual Youth Photography Competition, which will be launching on Friday [Oct 1]. A spokesperson said, “The National Museum of Bermuda and Mrs. Joy Grundy welcomes all primary, middle and high school students to participate in The Dr.... Read more of this article
Devwah Whaley Leads League In Rushing Yards
American football player Devwah Whaley leads the German Football League semifinals in rushing yards with 139 yards, and 3 TDs on 18 carries. The American Football International website said, “The German Football League semifinals were clearly dominated on offense by one team as the Dresden Monarchs led all three categories. “The leaders... Read more of this article
BHB Has ‘Exceeded Regular Morgue Capacity’
Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] today “highlighted the need for people to work together when someone dies to help manage the large numbers of deceased, following a rise in deaths related directly to the Covid-19 pandemic.” Unfortunately, there have been almost 30 Covid-related deaths in the past few weeks, with the Government announcing 19... Read more of this article
Cruise Ship Quarantined, Then Given ‘All Clear’
[Updated] On September 27th, the MV Crystal Symphony “had a few guests test positive with Covid-19 en route to Bermuda” and “on arrival in Bermuda and following Ministry of Health guidance and protocol, the ship was quarantined while the crew and guests were tested again” and “the Ministry of Health gave the Ship the all-clear... Read more of this article
ICO Decision On Human Rights Commission
Information Commissioner Gitanjali Gutierrez has issued Decision 09/2021 in regards to the Human Rights Commission [HRC]. A spokesperson said, “Information Commissioner Gitanjali Gutierrez issued Decision 09/2021, in which she reviewed an internal review decision by the Human Rights Commission [HRC] on a Public Access to Information [PATI] request. “The... Read more of this article
