Archive for April, 2023
30 Minute Video: April 28 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
BTA CEO Speaks At Women & Worth Summit
Bermuda Tourism Authority’s [BTA] newly-appointed Chief Executive Officer, Tracy Berkeley, spoke on the future of tourism in Bermuda at the Women & Worth Summit presented by Worth magazine, in New York City on Wednesday night. A spokesperson said, “The event marks Berkeley’s first appearance on the international stage since being appointed... Read more of this article
Weather Forecast For Saturday April 29
Saturday, April 29 is expected to see increasing cloud, occasional rain/showers develop later, with the high to be near 22°C/72°F and the low to be near 19°C/67°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be south. The relative humidity is expected to be near 75%. Sunrise will be at 6.34am and sunset will be at 7.58pm. High... Read more of this article
Summer Ferry Schedule Starts On May 1st
The Department of Marine and Ports Services summer ferry schedule will commence on Monday, 1 May 2023. A Government spokesperson said, “As the summer months get underway, the Department reminds the public that the ferry service remains a viable option for public transportation.” Minister of Transport Wayne Furbert said, “Marine Port and... Read more of this article
Bermuda Bar Association Elect Officers
The members of the Bermuda Bar Association elected the Bar Council and Officers during their Annual General Meeting today [April 28]. A spokesperson said, “At the Annual General Meeting of the Bermuda Bar Association held today Friday 28 April 2023 provided for by section 5[1] of the Bermuda Bar Act 1974, the membership elected as Bar Council and... Read more of this article
Burrows Helps Virginia State Advance To Semis
Alexcie Burrows and her Virginia State University women’s tennis teammates improved to 12-3 and advanced to the Semi-Finals of the 2023 CIAA Women’s Tennis Championship following their 4 – 0 win over Virginia Union. Virginia State’s Jayce Gaither and Burrows swept J. Edwards and B. Velinor 6-0 at the No. 3-doubles spot. Burrows would... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: HealthyPeople BDA App Launch
Minister of Health Kim Wilson announced the launch of a new health app. Minister of Health Kim Wilson said, “Good afternoon and welcome. Today, as we close out Vaccination Week of the Americas, we are pleased to announce the launch of a one-of-a-kind health App. “In 2019 the Department of Health promised to deliver an App as a part of the Vaccine... Read more of this article
Public Service Bursary Awards Deadline Extended
The deadline for applications for the 2023 Public Service Bursary Award Scheme has been extended to May 5, 2023. A Government spokesperson said, “Application forms are available here: https://forms.gov.bm/Bursary. “As a reminder, the Public Service Bursary Awards provides funding to Bermudians pursuing post-secondary academic qualifications in a... Read more of this article
360 Degree Tour: 2023 Ag Show Gets Underway
The 2023 Agricultural Exhibition show got underway yesterday [April 27] at the Botanical Gardens in Paget, with a wide range of sights and sounds to be enjoyed. To view our photo gallery coverage, please click here, and you can view all our coverage of the Ag Show here. To navigate the 360 tours — which feature seven various areas — move... Read more of this article
Middle & Senior School Registration Extended
The Department of Education is advising parents “that the deadline for registration for Middle and Senior Schools is extended to Friday, 5 May 2023, due to technical challenges with the online registration platform.” A Government spokesperson said, “We are working on the system and will provide an update early next week. The Department... Read more of this article
Minister Hayward To Lead Delegation At RIMS
Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward will lead the Bermuda delegation at the Risk and Insurance Management Society [RIMS] annual conference held in Atlanta from April 30 – May 3, 2023. A Government spokesperson said, “RIMS is the world’s largest community dedicated to advancing risk management. “Titled RISKWORLD, the RIMS... Read more of this article
Bermuda Sailors Continue Regatta In France
Bermuda sailors Adriana Penruddocke, Campbell Patton, Sebastian Kempe, and Benn Smith were all in action during the fourth day of the 54th Semaine Olympique Française de Hyères – TPM in France. Penruddocke ended day four in 46th place with 152 points. Penruddocke and the rest of the ILCA6 fleet sailed two races; she finished 41st in the first race... Read more of this article
