Archive for December, 2021

115,145 Total Vaccinations, 72.4% Had One Dose

115,145 Total Vaccinations, 72.4% Had One Dose

As of December 23rd, Bermuda has administered a total of 115,145 vaccinations and 72.4% of the population has received one dose, 71.0% have had two doses, while 34.9% of the population has also received a booster. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health also provided an update on the current vaccination programme status, noting that... Read more of this article

Elan Daley Wins More Medals At Invitational

Elan Daley Wins More Medals At Invitational

Elan Daley recently concluded competing in the Invitational December Pointe-Claire 2021 Swim Meet hosted by PCSC Pointe-Claire Swim Club. Representing Markham Aquatic Club, Daley competed in the women’s 15-16 years age group division. Daley competed in four events on the final day, capturing three gold medals and a bronze along the way. She won... Read more of this article

Points Shared In Final Premier Division Match

Points Shared In Final Premier Division Match

The final Premier Division match of 2021 saw the Somerset Trojans host the North Village Rams at the Somerset Cricket Club. The two teams are looking to establish themselves in the top half of the table, following the 1 – 1 draw, the Somerset Trojans will remain in 4th with 15 points, while the North Village Rams will start 2022 in 6th place with... Read more of this article

Bermuda Sailors Finish Orange Bowl Regatta

Bermuda Sailors Finish Orange Bowl Regatta

Bermuda sailors recently concluded competing in the 2021 Orange Bowl Regatta off the Coral Reef Yacht Club in Florida, with the competitors taking part in one race on the final day. Sophia Dias, Sam Redburn, Noah Amaradasa, Dylan Menzies, Oliver Soares, Jack Adderley, Evan Davis, and Nina Gotfredsen began competing in the Optimist Fleet that was split... Read more of this article

Video: Dec 31st Bernews Morning Newsflash

Video: Dec 31st Bernews Morning Newsflash

406 new confirmed Covid-19 cases in Bermuda, 522 active cases with zero people in hospital, 115,145 vaccinations administered, 669 cases announced so far this month, police continue to investigate shooting, Air Canada suspending Bermuda flights, retail sales decreased 3.8% in September 2021 and Cambridge Beaches gingerbread house are some of the... Read more of this article

Top 10 Most Viewed Videos For December 2021

Top 10 Most Viewed Videos For December 2021

During December 2021, Bernews posted over 200 videos on our website, various social networks and on our dedicated video website Bernews.TV, and the most viewed videos for the month included the police press conference, the Christmas Parade Motorcade,  Christmas Boat Parade, Gombeys and more. As far as Facebook videos, the most viewed for the month... Read more of this article

Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Dec 30 2021

Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Dec 30 2021

December 30 saw 1,000 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $37,000.00 BD. 1,000 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing even at $37.00 per share. The BSX finished at 2,595.09, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 63 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related... Read more of this article

Police Continue To Investigate Shooting

Police Continue To Investigate Shooting

The police continue to investigate the shooting last night on Mount Hill Road in Pembroke that left a 21-year-old man in the hospital, with the police appealing for witnesses to the shooting as well as anyone with “information on a fight that occurred outside the victim’s residence on Boxing Day between 10:30 and 11:00am.” A police spokesperson... Read more of this article

Official Govt & Legal Notices For Dec 30 2021

Official Govt & Legal Notices For Dec 30 2021

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Dec 30] include acting appointments and contracts valued at $50,000 or more. Acting Appointment: Executive Officer, Human Rights Commission Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN1446/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Cabinet Headquarters Publication... Read more of this article

Sailors Continue Championships In Florida

Sailors Continue Championships In Florida

Bermuda sailors continued competing in the 2021 Orange Bowl Regatta off the Coral Reef Yacht Club in Florida, taking part in four more races on the third day. Sophia Dias, Sam Redburn, Noah Amaradasa, Dylan Menzies, Oliver Soares, Jack Adderley, Evan Davis, and Nina Gotfredsen began competing in the optimist fleet that was split into three groups, and... Read more of this article

Covid-19: 406 New, 522 Active, 0 In Hospital

Covid-19: 406 New, 522 Active, 0 In Hospital

The Ministry received 13,772 test results – spanning seven days — and 406 were positive, so active cases have now increased to 522, with zero people in hospital. The Ministry said, “Since the last update, the Ministry of Health received 13,772 test results and 406 were positive for COVID-19, giving a test positivity rate of 2.9%. “These... Read more of this article

30 Minute Video: Dec 30 ZBM Evening News

30 Minute Video: Dec 30 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 30... Read more of this article